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Mariana Padilla
CEO of KIKrr, Advocate for women in cyber
Mariana Padilla is a multifaceted professional with significant experience in leadership and community impact. She currently serves as the CEO of KIKrr, a role that emphasizes her commitment to innovation and advocacy, particularly for women in the cyber industry. Based in Chicago, Illinois, she describes herself as a "storyteller extraordinaire" and a "Latina smasher of status quos" on her LinkedIn profile.
Professional Experience
- Founder and CEO of Red Lab Marketing (April 2020 - Present)
- Board Member at 1000Zebras (March 2023 - Present)
- Co-Founder of the Urban Farming Initiative (July 2020 - September 2022)
- Community Impact Manager at the United Way of Greater Cincinnati (December 2016 - August 2019)
Education and Honors
Mariana has been recognized for her academic achievements, including being a Martinez Foundation Scholar and a member of Phi Alpha Theta, the National History Honors Society. She has also been listed on the Dean's List at Loyola University.
Her career reflects a strong focus on community engagement and innovative approaches to business and social issues.1