Name: Carlos Macias Position: President Born in: Bogotá, Colombia Major: Journalism and History University: Baruch College Year of Graduation: May 2009 In 2020 I see myself… managing an international publication. I am part of PorColombia because… community service is one pillar of my career. If you don’t live to serve, you don’t deserve to live.
Name: Luis Alejandro Vega Position: Vice-President Born in: Bogotá, Colombia Major: Computer Engineering University: University of Florida Year of Graduation: 2008 In 2020 I see myself… Working to become a better software engineer. Growing professionally in my current job and being a leader in the latino community. I am part of PorColombia because…my dream is to have an organized community of Colombians and friends abroad. Being part of PorColombia will give me the tools necessary to make this a reality.
Name: Jessica Alzate Position: Executive Board Manager Born in: Port Chester, NY Major: Architecture University: New York Institute of Technology Year of Graduation: May 2010 Current Status: Associate at Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. In 2020 I see myself… continuing my work as an architect, with a part-time job as an adjunct professor at a university, and a mentor for PorColombians who wish to pursue a career in architecture and engineering. I am part of PorColombia because… it is the bond between me and the country I adore, Colombia. Not only has it brought me closer to Colombia, but it also has been a place of social network where I've have met the most genuine people. It has become more like a family, and I am a part of it because I enjoy it.
Name: Victor Mosquera Position: Treasurer Born in: USA; Raised in Ecuador Major: MPA in Health Administration University: Long Island University Year of Graduation: May 2010 In 2020 I see myself… leading a healthcare organization. I am part of PorColombia because… I would like to contribute to the development of the Hispanic community.
Name: Luis Jara Position: Director of IT Born in: Chimbote, Peru Major: Computer Programming/Inf. Systems In 2020 I see myself… As a professional with a prominent job in the IT field. I am part of PorColombia because… I look forward to the networking opportunities it will give me and the ability to gain experience as an IT Manager working for an international organization.
Name: Beatrice Lopez Position: Director of Student Chapter Development & Advancement Born in: Elizabeth, NJ (U.S.A.) Major: Master of Public Administration Year of Graduation: 2012/TBD University: CUNY Baruch College In 2020, I can see myself… working either for an Non-Governmental Organization to implement or evaluate social projects to improve economic conditions of vulnerable communities in Latin America, or working in the Public Sector in Colombia. I am part of PorColombia because… I love that I have the ability to share my cultural identity with other Colombian professionals and students. PorColombia offers me the opportunity to cherish being Colombian, and helping others to take advantage of networking and social events.
Name: Maria Fernanda Lancheros Amaya. Position: Director of Membership & Retention New York Region. Born in: Bogotá, Colombia Major: International Relations. University: New York University. Year of Graduation: May 2012 In 2020, I see myself…Working at a U.S. government agency around the world or for an NGO promoting the welfare of those who are in need. I am part of PorColombia because…I believe in PorColombia, in its potential to raise awareness about Colombia in the United States, and in the different and vast opportunities for its members whether they may be internships, jobs, lasting relationships or networking with great people who are apasionados, driven and also want to see a better Colombia even though some of us may now have a new country to call home. We are all ambassadors to our country and we can all try to change the stereotypes that Colombia has suffered over the years.
Name: Lizzeth J. Sanchez Position: Director of Membership & Retention Florida Born in: Bogota, Colombia Major: Chemical Engineering University: University of Florida. Year of Graduation: 2014 In 2020 I see myself… as a chemical engineer working in the area of renewable fuel energy, while doing a specialization in the polymers and biomaterials, and possibly starting a family I am part of PorColombia because… I want to make a difference, I want to help and educate people to see the other side of Colombia, while represent my country and contributing to the community.
Name: Laura Mutis Position: Associate Director of Alumni Relations (Florida) Born in: Bogotá, Colombia Major: Political Science/ International Relations University: University of Florida Year of Graduation: 2013 In 2020, I can see myself… happy, energized, and motivated to continue filling my life with challenges and learning experiences. I want to know that I am doing something to make the world a better place, as minimal as it may be. I am part of PorColombia because… I want to represent my country and show that we are a group of talented, intelligent, motivated, and proactive citizens. I want to know that I am enhancing the Colombian culture, and at the same time, bettering the lives of those around us.