Ambassadors

Eloisa Alvarez is the owner of her family-owned and operated business, It’s Cleaning Time, an Austin-based “green clean” business that has been serving the metroplex for over 20 years. The full-service cleaning company now serves over 275 regular clients. With her husband, Mario,  managing the finances, and more family members in different roles, business is truly a family affair.  Eloisa is now hoping to pay it forward by telling her story to other small business owners. Eloisa states, “I’ve been very blessed with the business which continues to grow, and I want to share my story as an inspirational speaker for others”. Eloisa and Mario have three children whom they enjoy spending quality family time with on their time off. 

Meet Amy Carrillo Cobb a Professional Accountant, Cash Flow Manager, Business Coach, and Non-Profit Consultant.  Amy has a Bachelor of Science in Finance.  She is a QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor, and has 20+ years of experience helping small business owners manage their business.

Based upon the lack of quality/affordable accounting services that focus on BIPOC businesses, she created Amy Cobb Consulting. Operating in Austin since 2020, Amy serves her clients with their payroll, daily accounting, financial and grant reporting needs. She empowers her clients to take control of their Business Financials and keeps them accountable when needed to help their business grow.

Miranda Collins is the owner of ‘I Am Ready Swim,’ a commercial aquatics company servicing pools all over Austin and surrounding areas. The company offers lifeguards, pool monitors, and pool maintenance. Miranda is married to her high school sweetheart, Dajour Collins, who is now a co-owner and runs most of the pool monitors and all the pool maintenance.

They have over 40 different locations and are expanding to the San Antonio area as well. They love mentoring and helping others and currently have over 235 employees, whom they absolutely adore. During the off-season, Miranda and Dajour love to travel, attend as many football games as possible, and explore other business ventures, including their recent endeavor into commercial real estate. In the future, they would like to franchise their business and start a non-profit to help and mentor the youth.

Ivan Garcia is the Vice President of Lending and Community Manager at SouthStar Bank, bringing 15 years of expertise in mortgage lending. He is committed to expanding SouthStar Bank’s presence in Austin’s Eastern Crescent and is passionate about creating homeownership opportunities in historically underserved communities. Ivan also serves as the Government Affairs Chair for the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) Austin Chapter and was recognized as a NAHREP Top 100 Regional Loan Officer in 2021.

Jesus is a AVP Branch Manager at Keystone Bank, where he manages the retail side for the Austin location. He is responsible for the day-to-day operation, expanding the business of the branch and small business development.

He has been working in banking for over ten years across the state of Texas. Jesus focuses on developing deep ties in the communities he works, and helping persons reach their financial goals. He has worked on a variety of entrepreneurship programs and financial literacy classes, delivering them in person and virtual platforms.

Fulfilling a dream while providing livable wages is the driving force behind Christina Paz, owner of Siller Preferred Services. Growing up in South Texas with her six siblings, Paz watched her mom struggle to meet her monthly obligations as a migrant worker, often relying on social services and government assistance. Wanting to break the cycle of poverty, Paz dreamed of a future of stability. While living in Minnesota, she worked for an employment agency. Working her way up from receptionist to regional manager, she realized how she could help individuals, like her mother, provide for their families with honest work. Moving back to Texas prompted Paz to open her employment agency in 2014. Today, Siller provides over 200 individuals throughout Austin and NJ with livable wages. A mom of three, Paz stresses the importance of hard work and giving back to your community. She is an active member of her church and enjoys Pilates.

Jorge Soto is a partner and owner of S&G Builds, a company dedicated to the construction and remodeling of homes in the Austin, TX area. He is married to Yesenia Soto, who is also part of the S&G team.

Jorge has over 15 years of experience in the construction field, initially acquiring his skills while working for an employer and later starting his own business in 2019 with his partner, Miguel Gonzalez. Jorge and Yesenia have two children and two dogs, and the entire family hails from the beautiful state of Guanajuato, Mexico.

Yesenia Soto is part of the S&G Builds team, a company dedicated to the construction and remodeling of homes in the Austin, TX area. She is an immigrant woman with a strong desire to succeed in the United States. She has worn many hats in her daily life as a woman, mother, entrepreneur, and wife to Mr. Jorge Soto, a partner in the company.

Her responsibilities within the company include managing and organizing the business’s finances and handling payroll. She has been residing in the Austin, TX area for several years.

Meet Alexander Williams, the visionary Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Aura Rainwater, where sustainability and innovation converge to catalyze transformative solutions. With over a decade of industry leadership and unwavering commitment to ethical business practices, Alexander curates a team of like-minded individuals to shape a future rooted in sustainability and environmental consciousness.

As a captivating Keynote Speaker, he enlightens nationwide audiences on sustainability, hydration, environmental justice, and rainwater harvesting, leaving lasting impacts. Alexander’s advocacy for equitable access to pristine water sources and inclusive decision-making is a hallmark of his leadership. He pioneers rainwater harvesting innovation, offering unparalleled expertise.

Alexander believes Aura Rainwater represents not only a solution to water needs but the key to true body hydration. Join him in this sustainable journey!