LEADERSHIP

Meet the Partners

Two partners aligning complementary expertise—corporate HR and policy organizing—to build equitable systems from the ground up.

Christopher Carmona

POLICY & EDUCATION EQUITY SPECIALIST

Christopher combines education expertise with political organizing and policy innovation. His work spans K-12 ethnic studies implementation, legislative consulting, campaign strategy, and nonprofit capacity building—all grounded in advancing educational equity and Latino community empowerment.

Notable Projects:

  • Consulted Texas State Board of Education on Mexican American Studies implementation in K-12 education

  • Policy advisor to Representative Christina Morales on Ethnic Studies legislation (2018)

  • Media strategist for Michelle Vallejo congressional campaigns (2022, 2024)

  • Curriculum developer and strategic planning consultant for Latino Texas Policy Center

Vanessa Martinez

EQUITY-CENTERED HR STRATEGIST

Vanessa brings over 20 years of HR leadership across construction, life sciences, healthcare, and technology sectors, specializing in embedding equity into organizational DNA. As founder of Parity HR LLC, she's transformed how companies approach DEIB—not as standalone initiatives, but as strategic imperatives integrated into global frameworks for compliance, longevity, and measurable business impact. Her expertise spans scaling organizations (5 to 1,400+ employees) while maintaining award-winning workplace cultures.

Expertise & Leadership

  • Integrates DEIB into global frameworks for sustainable compliance and competitive advantage

  • Designs equity-centered total rewards, performance management, and advancement systems

  • Builds award-winning DEIB programs that drive retention, innovation, and organizational trust

  • SPHR certified with specialized DEI certifications and a proven track record in highly regulated industries

  • Board Member, Boysville and Planned Parenthood Texas Votes and Chair, Mayors Commission on the Status of Women, San Antonio, Texas

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