2025-2026 COMMITTEES
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee is composed of the President, President Elect, Treasurer and Secretary. They are responsible for leading and growing the association to new heights. The committee functions as the point of contact for professionals, leaders, members, mentees and organizations. "In unity there is strength. En la union esta la fuerza." Please consider us a resource and the committee stands ready to be of service. To inquire about HPWA, please contact:
- Melissa Ramos, President at info@HPWATampa.org.
- Brenda Baez, President Elect at fundraiser@HPWATampa.org.
- Dayanara Duron, Treasurer at treasurer@HPWATampa.org.
- Katherine Pena-Perilla, Secretary at secretary@HPWATampa.org.
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee is responsible for recruiting new qualified members and ensuring current members are enjoying their roles and experiences with HPWA. Most importantly, our members are the heart of the organization and HPWA wants to continue to offer value. The committee functions as the point of contact for members, applications, and membership questions. To join this committee, please contact Sylvia Parker at membership@HPWATampa.org.
Mentorship Committee
The Mentorship Committees is investing in our next generation. They are responsible for the Mentor-Mentee Program, and the assessment of annual scholarship opportunities. The committee works with local higher education programs to partner and recruit potential student members. For information on our Mentorship Committee and/or on how to become a mentor/mentee, please contact Lilibeth Cain or Iyairis Toledo at mentorship@HPWATampa.org.
Sponsorship and Fundraising Committee
Become a community partner and/or donate by investing in our members and mentees. The HPWA Sponsorship and Fundraising Committee organizes opportunities to help elevate our mission by collaborating with sponsorship partners and fundraising opportunities during the year. For example, you may help with Professional Developments Sponsorships, Mentorship Program and/or sponsoring our signature events like the Tea Party and/or Scholarship Awards Gala. Please contact Brenda Baez at fundraiser@hpwatampa.org if you would like to be part of the Sponsorship and Fundraising Committee or need any information regarding our current sponsorship opportunities.
Communication/Technology Committee
The communication committee is responsible for elevating our mission thru both written and verbal communication. This includes promoting the organization on social media and online accounts as well as community events, paper mailings and more as the need arises. The communication committee will work in conjunction with other committees for the best possible communication outcome of a project or event. If you would like to join this committee, please contact Dr. Gladys Sanchez at communications@HPWATampa.org.