Our Mission
The National Hispanic Coalition For Aviation Excellence (NHCFAE) is a professional, diverse organization that focuses on advocating career placement and advancement through support, education and alliances.
Our Vision
To be the leading Hispanic professional association, recognized and regarded for its educational, recruitment, outreach, and career development and related aviation industries.
OUR BACKGROUND
The National Hispanic Coalition For Aviation Excellence (NHCFAE) was established in 1978 in an effort to provide a network for employees of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Aviation Industry. It became a national organization in 1983. Today, the Coalition is the chief advocate for issues affecting Hispanics and all it's members from all ethnic backgrounds in their respective fields. The Coalition derives its support from membership dues, corporate sponsorship and private donations.
EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS
Oscar A. Torres
National President, Air Traffic Control Specialist
Karen Perez
National Vice President,
Aerospace Engineer
Erik Salazar
National Director of Resources, Manager Program & Management Specialist
Hilda Cortes
National Director of Education, Operation Support Specialist
Ana Peña
National Director of Public Affairs, Data Analyst
Näleè D. Romero
National Director of Administration, Program Analyst
NHCFAE PAST PRESIDENTS
2021 - Oscar A. Torres
2019-2021 Bill Fernandez
2017-2019 Faviola Garcia
2013-2017 David Dominguez
2009-2013 Sadie P. Alvarado
2005-2009 Ron Lozano
2004-2005 Magda Batista-Carver
2003-2004 Martin Ortero
1998-2003 Adolfo Zavala
1997-1998 Roger Trevino
1995-1997 Myrna Rivera
1992-1995 Monica Burton
1989-1992 Rene Matos
1986-1989 Richie Gomez
1983-1986 David Medina
1978-1983 Carlos O. Gonsalez
NHCFAE STANDING COMMITTEES
Audit Budget
The Audit Budget Committee shall be chaired by the National Director of Resources. The committee should consist of the Director of Resources for each of the regions/centers. The Audit Budget Committee shall ensure the financial viability of the NHCFAE and all of the chapters.
Elections
The Elections Committee shall be chaired by the Election Committee Chairperson, who will be chosen by the Executive Board. The committee will consist of a member representative in good standing appointed by each of the candidates for national office. The Elections Committee shall ensure the accuracy and fairness of the National Elections.
Executive
The Executive Committee shall be chaired by The National President. The committee will consist of the Executive Board and each of the Regional/Center Directors. The Executive Committee shall prepare the strategic planning of the NHCFAE.
Conference
The Conference Committee shall be chaired by a member in good standing appointed by the Executive Board. The committee shall be made up of the host RCD and members in good standing and advised by the National DOR, DOPA, and Corporate Relations chairperson.
Membership
The Membership Committee shall be chaired by a member in good standing appointed by the Executive Board. The committee should be made up of a member in good standing from each of the chapters.
Outreach
The Outreach Committee shall be chaired by a member in good standing appointed by the Executive Board. The committee should be made up of a member in good standing from each of the chapters. The Outreach Committee shall educate the general public about the career opportunities within the agency.
Communications Committee
The Communications Committee (aka “Comm-Comm”) was established in January, 2012 to create a more efficient, transparent and targeted internal communication system among the NHCFAE Executive Board, the Regional Chapter Directors and all NHC members, from top leadership down and from members to top leadership, region to region, and with external entities such as other employee associations.
Constitution and Bylaws
The Constitution and Bylaws Committee shall be chaired by a member in good standing appointed by the Executive Board. The committee shall be made up of members in good standing.
Corporate Relations
The Corporate Relations Chair shall be appointed by the Executive Board. The committee shall be made up of members in good standing. The Corporate Relations Committee establishes and coordinates the NHCFAE relationship with our corporate partners.
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REGIONAL/CENTER DIRECTORS
CAPITAL REGION
Regional Center Director:
Louisa Ocasio
Deputy Regional Center Director:
Ruth Hurtado
Director of Resources:
Mike Dobbins
Director of Administration:
Vacant
WESTERN PACIFIC REGION
Regional Center Director:
Ariel Ortega
Deputy Regional Center Director:
Antonio Garcia
Director of Resources:
Veronica Jimenez
Director of Administration:
Audrey Barada
EASTERN/NEW ENGLAND REGION/TECHNICAL CENTER
Regional Center Director:
VACANT
Deputy Regional Center Director:
Vacant
Director of Resources:
Vacant
Director of Administration:
Vacant
GREAT LAKES REGION
Regional Center Director:
Raquel Ysasi-Huerta
Deputy Regional Center Director
Evelyn Ronceros
Director of Resources:
Vacant
Director of Administration:
Dr. William MClinton
NORTHWEST MOUNTAIN REGION
Regional Center Director:
Vacant
Deputy Regional Center Director:
Vacant
Director of Resources:
Vacant
Director of Administration:
Vacant
MIKE MONRONEY AERONAUTICAL CENTER
Regional Center Director:
David Williams
Deputy Regional Center Director:
Carlos Agueda
Director of Resources:
Erik Salazar
Director of Adminstration:
John Espinoza
SOUTHERN REGION
Regional Center Director:
Freidy Lazala
Deputy Regional Center Director:
Tamara Sabalier
Director of Resources:
Vacant
Director of Adminstration:
Freidy Lazala
SOUTHWEST REGION
Regional Center Director:
Jean Droz
Deputy Regional Center Director:
Elsy Hernandez
Director of Resources:
Vacant
Director of Administration:
Vacant
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