Texas CASA
Veronica Marquez has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Veronica is currently working as a Budget Analyst IV at the Texas HHSC Office of Inspector General since 2021. Prior to this, Veronica was the owner of Health Concierge Travel starting from 2019. Veronica held leadership positions at Texas CASA, where they served as Deputy CEO and later as Chief Administrative Officer from 2009 onwards. Veronica also worked as a Child Advocate Specialist at CASA of Travis County from 2009 to 2012. Additionally, they have been a Board Member at LifeWorks, EMANCIPET, and MPOWER Labs, and served as the COO of Omniife USA. Veronica's earlier experience includes being an International Ambassador at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital, where they established important relationships and increased patient volume. Veronica also owned and managed Green Frog Biodegradables, LLC, offering environmentally-friendly products.
Veronica Marquez obtained their Bachelor's degree in Industrial Relations from ITESO Universidad Jesuita de Guadalajara, where they studied Administration. Veronica attended this university from 1980 to 1984. Later, they pursued a Master's degree in Human Resources from Houston Christian University, specializing in HR Management. Veronica completed their studies at Houston Christian University from 1990 to 1992.
Texas CASA
When a family is in crisis and becomes involved in the child welfare system, a volunteer may be appointed by a judge to advocate for the child. That volunteer is called a Court Appointed Special Advocate, or CASA. CASA volunteers provide valuable information to the judge and others involved in the case to help ensure a child's best interest is being met. At the local level, the 72 CASA programs in Texas do the hands-on work of recruiting, training and supervising volunteers to speak up in court and represent the best interests of children. As the statewide organization, Texas CASA provides financial support and services to help ensure the state's CASA programs operate effectively and works directly with the state legislature to create systemic changes - clearing the path for volunteer to better advocate for children. Vision: A safe and positive future for all Texas children and families. Mission: To support local CASA volunteer advocacy programs and to advocate for effective public policy for children and families in the child protection system. The CASA Way: We have an uncompromising belief that we will achieve what others think is impossible, and each of us is an essential part of the solution.