2025 Cristo Rey Network 40 Under 40

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Cristo Rey Network schools have been impacting students, families, and communities for nearly 30 years!

Today, our 40 schools enroll 12,600 students and celebrate 31,120 graduates. To no surprise, our alumni across the nation applied talent, grit, and tenacity to maximize their Cristo Rey experience.

Collectively, our bachelor’s degree completion rates continue to rise, and we are grateful to our 70+ University Partners that have further equipped and prepared our graduates for success in the workplace.

These alumni, highlighted herein, have achieved their postsecondary goals and are fulfilling bold dreams.

In the Cristo Rey Network National Alumni Association’s second 40 Under 40 cohort, we celebrate 40 distinguished men and women who are leaders and role models in their communities and places of employment.

Industries including Business, Education, Banking and Finance, Healthcare, Media, Nonprofit Organizations, Law, Technology and more are represented in the following pages.

Badges overlay the headshots of alumni who (1) earned one or more degrees from a University Partner institution and/or (2) currently work for their high school Corporate Partner or within the same industry as a Corporate Work Study placement.

Our alumni voices serve as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of a Cristo Rey education. You will be inspired by their quotes and video features - we are!

Furthermore, thank you to this year’s program sponsor, CareerSpring, a partner of the Cristo Rey Network that provides career information, advice, and job placement services for first-generation, low-income students.

Cristo Rey Jesuit Seattle High School ‘24 Seattle

De La Salle North Catholic High School ‘01 Portland Cristo Rey Sacramento High School ‘06

Cristo Rey De La Salle East Bay High School ‘18 Oakland ICA Cristo Rey Academy ‘09 San Francisco

Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School ‘14

Cristo Rey St. Viator Las Vegas College Preparatory High School ‘19

Verbum Dei Jesuit High School ‘02 Los Angeles Cristo Rey San Diego High School ‘20 Cristo Rey Orange County High School ‘23 San Miguel High School ‘04 Tucson

To learn more about how you can become part of this transformational mission, visit cristoreynetwork.org.

We look forward to embarking on our next 30 years of shared impact.

40 HIGH SCHOOLS

Without further ado,we proudly present our second 40 Under 40 cohort!

99% STUDENTS OF COLOR

12,600 STUDENTS

$43,000 AVERAGE FAMILY INCOME 60% CATHOLIC STUDENTS 3,100 CORPORATE PARTNERS 31,000+ GRADUATES 70 UNIVERSITY PARTNERS 35 SPONSORING RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS

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Empowering students ​​ and graduates to fulfill their aspirations for a lifetime of success.

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School ‘96 Chicago Cristo Rey St. Martin College Prep ‘04 Waukegan Christ the King Jesuit College Preparatory School ‘08 Chicago

Cristo Rey Jesuit Milwaukee High School ‘15

Detroit Cristo Rey High School ‘08

Notre Dame Cristo Rey High School ‘04 Methuen Saint Martin de Porres High School ‘04 Cristo Rey Cleveland Boston High School ‘04

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School ‘07 Twin Cities

Arrupe Jesuit High School ‘03 Denver

Cristo Rey New York High School ‘04 Cristo Rey Columbus High School ‘13

Providence Cristo Rey High School ‘07 Indianapolis

Cristo Rey Kansas City High School ‘06

Cristo Rey OKC Catholic High School ‘18 Cristo Rey Dallas College Prep ‘15 Cristo Rey Fort Worth College Prep ‘18 Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory of Houston ‘09

Cristo Rey Brooklyn High School ‘08

DePaul Cristo Rey High School ‘11 Cincinnati

Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School ‘12

Cristo Rey Richmond High School ‘19

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School ‘07 Baltimore

Cristo Rey Research Triangle High School ‘21

Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School ‘07 Washington, DC

Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School ‘14 Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School ‘07 Birmingham

Cristo Rey Tampa Salesian High School ‘16 Cristo Rey Miami High School ‘22

I owe everything to Cristo Rey! My corporate work study experience prepared me for the career I have today and allowed me to chase my dreams of becoming a journalist. The love and support that I received from the moment my mother and I walked through those double doors of Cristo Rey New York in East Harlem is something I carry with me to this day.”

Kay Angrum

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Cristo Rey Jesuit High School opened up so many doors for my educational endeavors and even my vocational journey. With the roots of service, I have found the desire to help others in whatever way I can. The school has given me the opportunity to learn more about myself as I continue to say yes to what the Lord has for me and to be the man for others that Cristo Rey exemplified for my life and the Lord set in my heart to do.”

KAY ANGRUM

ENAT AREGA

LT COL MARY LEA BORDELON

LA’NITA BROOKS

Digital Reporter, NBC New York Bachelor’s in Broadcast & Digital Journalism, University of Southern California ‘16 Cristo Rey New York High School ‘12”

MS1, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA Doctor of Medicine, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA ‘24 Master’s in Epidemiology, Dartmouth College ‘20 Bachelor’s in Biological Sciences, Dartmouth College ‘18 De La Salle North Catholic High School ‘14

Rev. Juan Carlos Vargas

Commander, 571st Mobility Support Advisory Squadron Travis Air Force Base, California Master’s of International Relations, American Military University Bachelor’s in Sociology, University of Portland ‘09 De La Salle North Catholic High School ‘05

News Reporter, KSHB Master’s in Journalism, DePaul University ‘22 Bachelor’s in Fashion Merchandising, Illinois State University ‘17 Christ the King Jesuit College Preparatory School ‘13

My experience at Cristo Rey St. Martin was transformative, thanks to the Corporate Work Study Program and the unwavering support from teachers and mentors. The program provided me with invaluable work experience and networking opportunities, which helped shape my professional journey. The lessons and values instilled at Cristo Rey continue to guide me in my career and personal life.”

Oscar Gonzalez

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GREGORY DAMAS

Financial Analyst, TE Connectivity Bachelor’s in Finance & Real Estate, Villanova University ‘21 Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School ‘17

SUSANA FLORES

Advisory Analyst, Deloitte Pursuing CPA Certification Bachelor’s and Master’s in Accounting, University of St. Thomas - Houston ‘24 Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School of Houston ‘19

DEJONNA FARRAR

Assistant Director of Digital Marketing and Communications, TEDCO (Maryland Technology Development Corporation) Bachelor’s in Business Communications, Stevenson University ‘19 Cristo Rey Jesuit High School ‘15 (Baltimore)

ADRIANA GARCIA

Civil Engineer Analyst, Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, University of Dayton ‘24 Cristo Rey Columbus High School ‘20

KATIUSKA (KATI) FERNANDEZ

Senior Director, Head of Development, ESPN Master’s in Communications, Syracuse University ‘17 Bachelor’s in Pre-Med & Music, College of the Holy Cross ‘15 Cristo Rey Boston High School ‘11

KELLY GARCIA

Administrator, Excel High School East Boston Master’s in Education, Boston University ‘17 Bachelor’s in Psychology, College of the Holy Cross ‘15 Cristo Rey Boston High School ‘11

Celebrating 40 distinguished men and women who are leaders and role models in their communities and places of employment.

University Partner

Same Employer/Industry as Corporate Work Study placement

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Cristo Rey provided me with unique and exceptional experiences that have molded me into the leader that I am today. The sponsored college programs that pushed me out of my comfort zone, leadership opportunities that tested my ability to problem solve, as well as spiritual guidance and servant leadership all offered a holistic approach to my high school education.

Not to mention, Cristo Rey placed me at Baird, my first Corporate Work Study placement that turned into an incredible 9 year work experience.”

DANIEL GILLILAND

DANIELLA GONZALEZ

News Producer, Fox19 NOW Bachelor’s in Communications, Berea College ‘23 DePaul Cristo Rey High School ‘19

Project Coordinator, Willdan Energy Solutions Bachelor’s in Civil & Environmental Engineering, Princeton University ‘21 Cristo Rey New York High School ‘17

OSCAR GONZALEZ

MAX DANIEL HERNANDEZ

Victoria Jara Rios

Accounts Payable Specialist, Abbott Bachelor’s in Psychology & Pre-Business, College of the Holy Cross ‘21 Cristo Rey St. Martin College Prep ‘17

Engineer II, Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Marquette University ‘23 Cristo Rey Dallas College Prep ‘19

My time at Cristo Rey had a profound impact on me, particularly through the Corporate Work Study program. Early exposure to corporate settings allowed me to develop office skills and understand the value of networking, which has been invaluable in college and beyond.

Cristo Rey also played a crucial role in helping me secure internships, such as my position at Accenture, which later turned into a full-time role. These experiences and the vast network at Cristo Rey have been instrumental in my personal and professional growth.”

Briseyda Neri

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ALEXIS JOHNSON

VP of College Advising & Post Secondary Success, Saint Martin de Porres High School Master’s in Educational Leadership, University of Notre Dame ‘26 Bachelor’s in Environmental Policy & Decision Making, Ohio State University ‘16 Saint Martin de Porres High School ‘12

AMAIDANI MEYERS

Immigration Staff Attorney, Catholic Charities Refugee & Immigration Services Juris Doctor, University of Wisconsin Law School Bachelor’s in Sociology, Fordham University ‘12 Cristo Rey New York High School ‘08

DOMINIQUE JORDAN

JOSÉ MADRID

VP & Wealth Advisor, The Jordan Group at JP Morgan Wealth Management Bachelor’s in Business, Georgetown University ‘13 Verbum Dei Jesuit High School ‘09

Associate Attorney, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP Juris Doctor, Georgetown University Law Center ‘19 Bachelor’s in American Studies, Georgetown University ‘14 Arrupe Jesuit High School ‘10

CAYLIN MOORE

BRISEYDA NERI

Ph.D. Student, Sociology, Stanford University 2017 Rhodes Scholar Master’s in Latin American Studies, University of Oxford Bachelor’s in Economics, Texas Christian University ‘17 Verbum Dei Jesuit High School ‘12

Management Consulting Senior Analyst, Accenture Bachelor’s in Global Business, Georgetown University ’22 Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School ’18

Celebrating 40 distinguished men and women who are leaders and role models in their communities and places of employment.

University Partner

Same Employer/Industry as Corporate Work Study placement

College Ready. Career Prepared. | 7

Since childhood, I’ve dreamed boldly of the life I wanted to create—full of purpose, passion, and possibility. That dream sparked to life the moment I stepped through the elevator doors at Payden & Rygel in high school. Huge thanks to Cristo Rey for daring to dream just as big, and for standing with me on this incredible journey.”

CHRISTIAN NORIEGA

YASIRI NUÑEZ

EDUARDO RAFAEL PABLIN

ALEKSANDER PERPALAJ

GrizzlyCorps Fellow, UC Berkeley’s Blue Oak Ranch Reserve Bachelor’s in Environmental Studies & Spatial Studies, University of Redlands ‘24 Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School ‘20

Environmental Scientist, WSB Bachelor’s in Geology, University of St. Thomas ‘19 Cristo Rey Jesuit High School ‘15

Eduardo Rafael Pablin

Senior Associate, Marketing Technology Analyst, Payden & Rygel Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Loyola Marymount University ‘20 Verbum Dei Jesuit High School ‘16

Vice President - Program & Project Management, Bank of New York Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification from Project Management Institute ‘21 Master’s in Science Education & Special Education, Touro University ‘17 Bachelor’s in Geological & Earth Science/ Geosciences, Dickinson College ‘14 Cristo Rey New York High School ‘10

Cristo Rey opened countless doors that I never thought would be within my reach.

Through Cristo Rey, I worked at a Fortune 500 company [Cisco Systems] at just 14, participated in a life changing 8-day backpacking immersion trip, and earned acceptance to Santa Clara University where I graduated debt free and so much more. Even after graduation, Cristo Rey’s staff and mentors I met through the Corporate Work Study Program provided me with invaluable support and guidance, helping me unlock even more opportunities beyond high school and college.”

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Kaela Quinto

KAELA QUINTO

NAYLETH RAMIREZ

Talent Development Coordinator, Stanford University School of Medicine CEO, Founder, & Career Coach, Nova Career Coaching Bachelor’s in Commerce Management, Santa Clara University ‘21 Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School ‘18

Systems Engineer, Lockheed Martin Master’s in Systems Engineering & Technology Management, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute ‘24 Bachelor’s in Systems Engineering, University of Arizona ‘21 San Miguel High School ‘16

REBECA SALAS

ALBERT STANCIL

Operations Manager, CareerSpring Bachelor’s in Latin American & Latinx Studies, Bryn Mawr College ‘19 Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School of Houston ‘15

VICTORIA JARA RIOS

Client Services Specialist, Baird Advisors Bachelor’s in Corporate Communications, Marquette University ‘23 Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Milwaukee ‘19

MAYRA TENORIO

Staff Attorney, Rebuild, Overcome, and Rise (ROAR) Center at the University of Maryland, Baltimore Juris Doctor, St. John’s University School of Law, 2022 Bachelor’s in History, Fisk University ‘19 Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School ‘15

Program Coordinator, Vital Voices Global Partnership Master’s in Philosophy, Multi-Disciplinary Gender Studies, University of Cambridge Bachelor’s in Sociology & Anthropology, Swarthmore College ‘15 Cristo Rey St. Martin College Prep ‘11

Celebrating 40 distinguished men and women who are leaders and role models in their communities and places of employment.

University Partner

Same Employer/Industry as Corporate Work Study placement

College Ready. Career Prepared. | 9

My experience at Cristo Rey was transformative—I was surrounded by mentors and trusted adults who saw my potential and provided unwavering support.

Through the Corporate Work Study Program at Citadel Investment Group, I gained professional skills, mentorship, and resources that helped shape my future. The opportunities I received in academics, the arts, and athletics built my confidence and prepared me for success, inspiring me to pay it forward through my work in therapy and behavioral health programs for Latine children and families.”

Tracy Vega

PAULINA TORRES-GRABOWSKI

DAVID TURNER

WENDY SANDOVAL VALENCIA

REV. JUAN CARLOS VARGAS

Dimensional Planning Engineer, Ford Motor Company Bachelor’s and Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, University of Detroit Mercy ‘20 Detroit Cristo Rey High School ‘15

Corporate Communications Specialist, Palo Alto Networks Bachelor’s in Communications, University of Southern California ‘23 Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School ‘19

Director of Construction, Milestone Towers Bachelor’s in Business Administration, University of Alabama ‘16 Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School ‘12

Associate Pastor, Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, Ordained Priest for the Archdiocese of Chicago on May 18, 2024 Master’s in Theology and Master’s in Philosophy, Mundelein Seminary/University of Saint Mary of the Lake ‘24 Bachelor’s in Social Work, Xavier University ‘13 Cristo Rey Jesuit High School ‘09

Detroit Cristo Rey has been a cornerstone of my success, opening doors to opportunities and showing me the possibilities beyond what I could have imagined.

When I earned my college degree, I knew I would be the first, but not the last, and I am confident that Detroit Cristo Rey will continue to transform the futures of many more families in our community.”

Maricruz Zamora

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TRACY VEGA

Unit Supervisor, County of Marin Behavioral Health and Recovery Services for Children Doctor of Social Work, University of Southern California Master’s in Social Work, Erikson Institute Bachelor’s in Political Science, Loyola University Chicago ‘12 Cristo Rey Jesuit High School ‘07 (Chicago)

Senior Director of Community Affairs, Litigation Associate, Burke, Office of the Massachusetts Governor Warren, MacKay & Serritella Master’s in Public Administration, Juris Doctor, University of Illinois College of Law ‘22 Suffolk University ‘18 Bachelor’s in Political Science & Language, Literature, Bachelor’s in Spanish, & Writing, Eastern Michigan University ‘19 College of the Holy Cross ‘14 Detroit Cristo Rey High School ‘15 Cristo Rey Boston High School ‘10

YARLENNYS VILLAMAN

JOLISA WARMACK

JUSTINA WILKINS

MICHAEL WILLIAMS

MARICRUZ ZAMORA

Customer Project Engineer, Schneider Electric Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering, University of Missouri - Columbia ‘21 Cristo Rey Kansas City High School ‘17

Account Executive, Proline Technology Master’s of Science in Management, University of Notre Dame ‘23 Bachelor’s in Business, Xavier University ‘22 DePaul Cristo Rey High School ‘18

Business Architecture Specialist, Accenture Bachelor’s in Software Engineering, University of Michigan - Dearborn ‘19 Detroit Cristo Rey High School ‘13

Celebrating 40 distinguished men and women who are leaders and role models in their communities and places of employment.

University Partner

Same Employer/Industry as Corporate Work Study placement

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