Melinda Ramos-Alatorre

Melinda Ramos-Alatorre has extensive experience in community partnerships and public service, notably serving as the Executive Director of Community Partnerships at the University of Southern California from April 2016 to February 2023. In this role, Melinda collaborated with USC Health Sciences Campus leadership to develop sustainable programs aimed at improving community health and equity, while also managing relationships with County officials. Prior to this position, Melinda held various roles, including Senior Managing Director and Project Specialist at USC, where responsibilities included promoting the University's services and liaising with county offices. Melinda's prior experience includes serving as a Field Deputy for the City of Los Angeles, Political Coordinator for SEIU ULTCW, and Field Organizer for the California Democratic Party. Educationally, Melinda holds a Master of Science in Social Entrepreneurship from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from California State University, Los Angeles.