Originally from Sinaloa, Mexico, Thania has been a proud Tucson resident for over two decades, immersing herself in the rich cultural life and community spirit of the city. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and an MBA from the University of Phoenix and brings extensive expertise from key accounting roles in the manufacturing … Read more
Peter was born in Tucson and raised in San Diego, where he developed a passion for art and community from an early age, painting murals under the mentorship of artist Victor Ochoa by age 14. He brings more than 24 years of administrative expertise in data and personnel management to his role at SFA, where … Read more
Bryan is a non-profit leader, theater director and tech entrepreneur with a longstanding commitment to education and community-centered arts. He co-founded the Scoundrel and Scamp Theatre in Tucson in 2016 and holds two Best Director Arizona Daily Star Mac Awards, and the Buffalo Exchange Artist Award from 2019. Prior to that he served as Founder and CEO … Read more
Jocelyn is a Tucson native with a deep appreciation for the cultural diversity of the city and the border region. She brings more than 12 years of experience in the restaurant, hospitality, and nonprofit sectors, along with a Master of Business Administration from the University of Arizona. Before stepping into her role as Managing Director … Read more
Maribel holds the Jim Griffith Chair in Public Folklore at the Southwest Center, University of Arizona. She has held positions at the University of Arizona as Associate Dean for Community Engagement in the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences and as Associate Provost for Diversity and Inclusion. Maribel is the founder of the Southwest Folklife Alliance … Read more