Candelario Cervantez

Candelario Cervantez serves as the National Senior Managing Director of Community Accountability & Partnerships at Teach For America, where strategic initiatives have advanced education-to-career transitions for over 70,000 alumni and corps members. Candelario has partnered with community organizations and employers to promote inclusive hiring practices, and has an extensive background in organizational operations and management. As President of Art By Cervantez, Candelario creates impactful artwork. Previous experiences include candidacy for Houston City Council District C, management roles at Rice University, and positions within the healthcare and cultural sectors. Candelario holds an MBA from the University of St. Thomas and multiple leadership certifications, contributing to a diverse professional portfolio focused on educational equity and community empowerment.