Fall 2022 Executive Board
The Hispanic Business Students Association’s executive board consists of 14 officer positions, all of which carry HBSA’s mission through their events, duties, and on-campus leadership.
The officer board plans and prepares for all HBSA events at Executive Board Meetings which are held bi-weekly.
President
Brenda Peralta
Hometown: Tolleson, AZ
Major: Business Management & Business Spanish Language & Culture
Year: Junior
Why did I join HBSA?
I wanted to find a community of Hispanics who I could relate to and look up to during college that have similar professional goals as me.
V.P. of Operations
Gerardo Jacinto Gutierrez
Hometown: Mesa, AZ
Major: Business (Financial Planning)
Year: Senior
Why did I join HBSA?
I love trying new things but most importantly because I wanted to make more friends while learning about business and soft skills all at once.
V.P. of Finance
Anette Cardenas
Hometown: Mesa, AZ
Major: Finance and Business Data Analytics
Year: Junior
Why did I join HBSA?
I joined HBSA to be part of a community of like-minded individuals and develop interpersonal skills.
V.P. of Corporate Relations
Adrian Mata
Hometown: Somerton, AZ
Major: Supply Chain Management
Year: Junior
Why did I join HBSA?:
The reason I chose HBSA was to find a second home, meet new people and get out of my comfort zone. After the first meeting I knew that HBSA was for me. I met some of my best friends now as well as it is a great way to network and meet new people.
V.P. of Marketing
Kaitlyn Marx
Hometown: Phoenix, AZ
Major: Supply Chain Management
Year: Junior
Why did I join HBSA?
I wanted to find a community within ASU and W.P. Carey. The people I’ve met through HBSA have shaped my college experience and I’m so grateful to have found them.
IT Director
Mariana Leija
Hometown: Buckeye, AZ
Majors/Minors: Digital Marketing, Minor in Film and Media Production
Year: Senior
Why did you join HBSA?
I wanted to be a part of a community where there were like-minded people with similar interests and goals who I could relate to. I felt a bit out of place at ASU so finding out that there was this big community of Hispanic students comforted me. I was drawn to the welcoming environment of the organization and the opportunities for personal and professional growth that HBSA provides for their members.
Administrative Assistant
Kayla Gonzalez
Hometown: Tempe, AZ
Major: Sports Business, Certificate Data Analytics
Year: Senior
Why did I join HBSA?
I wanted to feel like I was part of a community here at ASU. HBSA did just that for me. Especially being on E-board, not only did I make connections but lifetime friendships.
Executive Assistant
Chasti Camberos
Hometown: Phoenix, AZ
Major: Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Spanish (Minor)
Year: Senior
Why did I join HBSA?
I learned about HBSA at i-Week my freshmen year and I knew it was the organization for me. Hispanic kids in business pursuing their goals was super inspirational and I wanted to be a part of it.
Activities Director
Alejandra Lopez
Hometown: Gilbert, AZ
Major: Digital Marketing Communications, Public Relations minor
Year: Sophomore
Why did I join HBSA?
Coming from a predominantly white high school, I was eager to connect with people who came from a similar background as me. I ended up finding HBSA through the Diablxs Unidxs event and fell in love with the vibe of the organization! Nothing is more important to me than community and having that strong sense of “familia” has motivated me to keep going with the organization!
Student Relations
Brittany Orozco
Hometown: Avondale, AZ
Major: Interdisciplinary Studies with concentrations in Business and Communications
Year: Junior
Why did I join HBSA?
When I first came to ASU I felt a culture shock and felt so different from the people around me. HBSA was the perfect place for me that combined culture, professionalism, and community all in one! Everyone was super welcoming and had similar goals so I knew I was in the right place.
Alumni Relations & Mentorship
Francisco Mariche
Hometown: Mesa, AZ
Major: Business (Law)
Year: Junior
Why did I join HBSA?
I wanted to find a group of individuals who come from a similar background as me. Once I joined, they were so welcoming. I met some of my best friends and I want others to have a similar experience.
Community Relations
Armando Garcia
Hometown: San Luis Río Colorado, Sonora, Mexico.
Major/Minors: Business Health Care, Minor in Spanish and International Business Certificate.
Year: Junior
Why did you join HBSA?
I joined HBSA because I wanted to look for a community where I felt welcomed and accepted at ASU while at the same time, I was also looking for like-minded people with the same goals as mine. The HBSA familia is truly there!
Outreach Coordinator
Michelle Macias
Hometown: San Luis, AZ
Major: Business Entrepreneurship
Year: Junior
Why did I join HBSA?
I found this club to feel like home, I felt understood, and comfortable. I knew right away I wanted to become a leader in this organization to be part of something bigger than myself and help make an impact on other incoming members as well.
Collegiate Success Coordinator
Elizabeth Diaz
Hometown: Phoenix, AZ
Major: Business Law
Year: Sophomore
Why did I join HBSA?
I really wanted to join a Hispanic Org so when I found HBSA the first week here at ASU everyone was so welcoming and I really loved the atmosphere and so I decided to attend that first meeting of fall 2021 and ended up coming back each time!
