because we lived it.
Who we are
Aspira Consulting
At Aspira, we get it because we lived it! We are former first-generation students, first and second-generation professionals, who have successfully overcome career pitfalls, blended our professional and bicultural identities, and today provide transformative culturally relevant career and leadership programs. Our clients include colleges, universities, Fortune 1000 firms, professional associations, and career development organizations.
Culturally Relevant Career Readiness Programs
Through real-life examples, tools, and techniques students will learn to reframe their personal journey into a powerful career narrative, turn adversity into positive career traits, and market themselves to employers.
Latino Professional Development
Our professional development methodology identifies and harnesses the cultural values, personal journeys, and attributes of systemically marginalized groups so they flourish in their careers.
Keynotes & Programs
Each of us has our own story. Our struggles. Our victories. Our purpose. Our Keynotes & Programs will teach you how to embrace your identity, harness your cultural wealth, develop your leadership style, and gain the confidence to take risks and pursue new opportunities.
WORLD WIDE INFLUENCE
Introvert turned international speaker and trainer
Students & Professionals Trained
Countries
Continents
How it started
Growing up, I was shy and an introvert. English is my second language. At five-years old, I became my parent’s translator until their passing. My parents had less than a middle school education. I was on the free and reduced lunch program. As a Mexican American, my dual cultural identity has been an asset and a liability. In the USA, I’m “too Mexican”. In Mexico, I’m “too gringo”. I was made to feel different.
How it's going
Today, I love being different! I’m an introvert turned international speaker. I have trained over 45,000 students and professionals across 15 countries, and five continents and given multiple keynotes. I’m a first-generation professional, whose career journey includes business development roles at five startups, co-founding a nonprofit, Chamber President & CEO, and Community Partnerships Manager at LinkedIn. I’ve learned to embrace my journey, value my identity, and share my vulnerability. As Chief Empowerment Officer, I empower you, so opportunities come to you.