Jaime Balboa

Jaime Balboa is the Executive Director of 826LA, with a diverse and extensive background in higher education and nonprofit leadership. Previously, Jaime served in multiple roles at UCLA, including Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Education and Assistant Vice Provost, where responsibilities included overseeing Summer Sessions, the International Education Office, and partnerships, impacting over 18,000 students annually. In addition to academic administration, Jaime has experience as Senior Venture Consultant at Startup UCLA, and held leadership positions at Larkin Street Youth Services and Basic Rights Oregon. An academic with advanced degrees in Theology and a background in business management, Jaime Balboa combines strategic oversight with a commitment to social entrepreneurship and student success.