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Adrian R. Escalante began this year as the new executive director of Provo-based nonprofit organization CentroHispano. Escalante is a native of Argentina and has over 25 years of experience managing private and nonprofit organizations. He holds an MBA from Brigham Young University and a bachelor’s degree in health administration from California State University at Northridge. His previous roles include: president of the Utah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, founder of the Cultural Integration Advisory Council, and founder/chair of the Daily Dose Foundation (Mali Rising Foundation). Escalante is also a recognized public speaker and leadership trainer.
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The mission of CentroHispano states, “We empower individuals and families to improve themselves and the community through educational programs, professional services, and cultural experiences.”
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The organization is accepting bilingual volunteers and donations can be made on the website located at www.centrohispanouc.org.
