As Executive Assistant and Special Projects Officer, Maria Elena is responsible for supporting the President & CEO with a wide range of analytical tasks to enhance the President & CEO’s efficiency and effectiveness on a day-to-day basis, as well as logistical support related to scheduling, traveling, and special projects.

Maria was Born in Santiago, Cuba, and originally from Miami, Florida, Maria Elena moved to Washington, DC eight years ago. Maria Elena brings 25+ years of Executive Assistant experience across many industries most recently with the Infectious Diseases Society of America Foundation where she was the EA to the Executive Director.