Sergio Medina

Sergio Medina is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in humanitarian aid, social enterprise, and child protection. As the Founder and CEO of RISE since 2013, Sergio has focused on developing software solutions to enhance humanitarian assistance for refugees and immigrants globally. Previous roles include Associate Executive Director at Covenant House California, where Sergio managed a youth homeless shelter, and Child Protection Officer at UNHCR, responsible for protecting the needs of 25,000 refugee children. Additional notable positions include Senior Program Director at Catholic Charities and Regional Supervisor at Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service. Academic credentials include an MBA from MIT, an Executive Certificate in Social Entrepreneurship from Stanford, and a Master of Social Work from Columbia University.