Natasha Lopez-Rodriguez

DIRECTOR OF FUERZA LOCAL

602-956-0909 ext 77
natasha@localfirstaz.com

Natasha Lopez-Rodriguez brings a wealth of knowledge in the non-profit sector and experience in higher education to her role as Local First’s Director of Fuerza Local. Her deep history in student affairs, registration, admissions, financial aid and recruitment is a valuable asset to the advancement of Local First’s 6-month Spanish language business accelerator in urban and rural communities throughout Arizona. Natasha is a proud alum of the Hispanic Leadership Institute Class of 2018 and is passionate about community building, especially within the Hispanic community.

Hometown:
Weymouth, MA

What I Love Most About Arizona:
To be able to experience all the season in one state and all the cultures this state provides.

Education/Training:
BA in Communications from ASU and a MBA from Keller School of Management

Favorite Movie:
Love Actually

Favorite Book:
Where the Wild Things

Favorite Local Business:
Tres Leches Cafe

Mom/Dad Always Told Me To:
To be the best ME!

Super Power of Choice:
Mindreading

Guilty Pleasure:
Chocolate, horror movies and documentaries

Childhood Ambition:
To be a Party and Event Planner