Priscilla Guajardo Cortez

Priscilla Guajardo Cortez is the Director at Ballet Austin. Priscilla has previously served as the Executive Director of Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas and as Interim Vice President for Institutional Advancement at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. In their role at The University of Texas System, they were responsible for philanthropy for strategic priorities.

Priscilla Guajardo Cortez has a long history of working in leadership roles to support the growth and success of organizations. Priscilla is a skilled fundraiser, with a track record of successfully implementing fundraising strategies and securing major gifts. Priscilla is also experienced in leading teams through complex transitions, such as the merger of legacy institutions.

Under their leadership, Ballet Austin is poised for continued growth and success.

Priscilla Guajardo Cortez has a JD from St. Mary's University School of Law, an M.Ed from The University of Texas at Austin in Education Administration, and a BA in Political Science from Texas A&M University.