Jose Luis Montero

Jose Luis Montero is an experienced bilingual engineer with expertise in developing international business productivity software and online services. He has a strong background in program and project management, software release management, online service engineering, website management, storytelling, and nonprofit management.

With a growth mindset and a commitment to lifelong learning, Jose excels in improving process efficiency and prioritizing tasks effectively. He thrives in dynamic environments, values teamwork, and aims to drive positive change in all his endeavors.

Notable achievements include leading a team that generated millions in revenue through the creation of the Microsoft Office MUI Pack. He also played a key role in architecting and supporting Office 365 client licensing and distribution services, facilitating the transition to a subscription revenue model.

His educational background includes a Master of Business Administration from Colorado State University, along with Master of Fine Arts degrees in Creative Writing and Poetry from Escuela de Escritores. Jose holds a B.S. in Computer Systems Engineering from Tecnológico de Monterrey.

Jose Montero has a unique skill set that bridges technology and creativity in both for-profit and nonprofit sectors. He is passionate about promoting equity and diversity in the arts, literature, and storytelling, especially within the Latinx community.

Throughout his career, Jose has held significant roles such as Acting Executive Director at Hugo House, Executive Director at La Sala, and Poetry in Public Spanish Community Liaison at 4Culture. He has also contributed his expertise as a Senior Service Engineer, Operations Program Manager, Operations Engineer, and Program Manager at Microsoft.