Vanessa Gomez-Alvarado holds a Master’s degree in Public Policy from UC Riverside. Her mission is to foster collaboration among non-profits, government agencies, and for-profit organizations to promote regional economic development. In her previous role, Vanessa supported businesses impacted by COVID-19 by connecting them with essential resources—including cybersecurity, data analytics, 5G, Internet of Things, and advanced manufacturing consulting—to address technology challenges. She brings a strong background in program coordination, grant writing, and research, complemented by a policy-driven perspective that empowers her to deliver impactful solutions.