Carisa Lopez

Carisa Lopez is an experienced political professional with a strong background in fundraising, event planning, and legislative advocacy. Currently serving as Deputy Director and previously as Political Director at Texas Freedom Network since May 2018, Carisa has effectively cultivated relationships with elected officials and organized numerous large-scale events. Prior roles include Executive Director at Travis County Democratic Party, where Carisa led a coalition of over 30 progressive organizations and managed a successful countywide campaign. As a fundraising consultant, Carisa significantly exceeded fundraising goals for local candidates. Additionally, Carisa's early career includes positions at Texas State Employees Union and Texas Democratic Party, where strategic planning and relationship building were critical to organizational success. Carisa holds a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Government from The University of Texas at Austin and an Associate's Degree from Collin College.