OUR LEADERSHIP

Yarice A. Hidalgo

Executive Director

For more than 30 years, Yarice has used her communications skills and nonprofit expertise to build stronger communities. Throughout her trajectory, she has advised Fortune 500 companies, government leaders, and nonprofits on how to build impactful programs to close the opportunity and salary gap for all.

Eric J. Belardo

Founder and Chairman

For more than 30 years, Yarice has used her communications skills and nonprofit expertise to build stronger communities. Throughout her trajectory, she has advised Fortune 500 companies, government leaders, and nonprofits on how to build impactful programs to close the opportunity and salary gap for all.

Loritza Grillasca

Deputy Director

Based in Maryland, Loritza is a Cybersecurity Sales expert with nearly a decade of experience and a track record of excellence, including the 2019 Tenable Achievement Award. Her background blends high-level sales with leadership as the founder of Indie Riot, an artist promotion agency. A lifelong learner, she holds certifications from Full Sail University and Google.

Meet the Team

  • Milly Castro

    Coordinator of Special Projects

  • Minnie Reyes

    Director of Chapters

  • Lisa Saurs

    Director of Partnerships

  • Vanessa Bourgeios

    Director of Collegiate Chapters

  • Denise Hidalgo

    Director of Marketing and Communications

  • David Sánchez

    Director of Workforce Development

  • Filipi Pires

    Advisor - PR Cyber & AI Center of Excellence

  • Dirce Hernández

    Director of CyberPros to Success

  • Rafael Santamaría

    Social Media Manager

  • Jacob Summers

    Sr Director of Technical Operations