Ana Reyes

Ana Reyes is the Chairwoman of the Board at #LatinaGeeks, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Latina women in technology. Based in San Diego, California, she has over 20 years of experience in corporate communications and diversity relations, primarily with LPL Financial, where she currently holds multiple roles including AVP of University and Diversity Relations.

Professional Background

• Current Roles:

  • Chairwoman of #LatinaGeeks (since January 2024)
  • Board Member and Chapter President/Advisor at #LatinaGeeks (since 2013 and 2016, respectively)
  • AVP, University and Diversity Relations at LPL Financial (since December 2019)

• Previous Experience:

  • Worked for Sony Electronics for nearly two decades, focusing on corporate communications and public relations.

Education

Ana Reyes graduated from San Diego State University with a B.A. in Education and a minor in Spanish.

Contributions to #LatinaGeeks

Under her leadership, #LatinaGeeks has focused on providing resources and workshops aimed at bridging the gender gap in tech. The organization has launched initiatives like "Latinas Learn to Code," which introduces participants to foundational programming skills.

Community Engagement

Ana is passionate about community involvement and actively participates in various employee resource groups. Her work emphasizes the importance of networking and mentorship within the tech industry for Latina women.

Her journey reflects a commitment to both professional excellence and community empowerment, making her a significant figure in the tech landscape for underrepresented groups.