Diego J. Ríos

Diego J. Ríos has a diverse and extensive work experience. Diego J. began their career as a Tour Guide at San Jose Walks and Talks in 2012. Diego J. then went on to become the Student Body President at Santa Teresa High School in 2011-2012.

Diego also worked as a Marketing Intern at Sodexo at Saint Mary's College of California from 2013 to 2016, where they developed marketing content and planned events. Diego J. also held various roles at Saint Mary's College of California, including Associated Students President and Junior Senate Class Chair.

Diego's passion for leadership and serving others led him to work as an Inspirational Speaker with Diego J Rios Inspiration, where they motivated students and advisors to use their leadership roles for positive change.

Diego J. also gained experience in account management as an Account Manager for G Suite by Google Cloud through Adecco for Hire. In this role, they focused on customer retention and supported personalized client support.

Furthermore, Diego has experience in the non-profit sector as the Executive Director and International Service Team Leader at Here For Kids International. Diego J. managed programs, sports ministry, tutoring, and construction projects to empower vulnerable youth and teams.

Diego's work experience also includes their role as the Leadership Conference Director and Assistant Director at the California Association of Student Councils (CASC) in Beijing, China and Santa Barbara, CA. Diego J. was accountable for camp logistics, finances, data analysis, and communication.

Finally, Diego worked as a General Manager and Communication Specialist at Latin Foods Market, where they rebranded the company and implemented marketing strategies that significantly increased sales over one year. Diego J. also worked as a Spanish/English Bilingual Interpreter at Oak Grove School District, where they facilitated communication between parents, students, and staff.

Overall, Diego J. Ríos has a proven track record of leadership, communication, and impact in a variety of industries and organizations.

Diego J. Ríos pursued their tertiary education at Saint Mary's College of California from 2012 to 2016. Diego J. earned a Bachelor of Science degree, completing a double major in Business Administration with a concentration in Digital Media, as well as Communication. In 2016, they participated in the Business and Culture in Asia Program and attended Capital University of Economics and Business in Beijing, China and Chung-Ang University in Seoul, South Korea. Prior to their college education, Diego J. Ríos attended Santa Teresa High School from 2008 to 2012, where they served as the Student Body President.