somos la fox - Our founding board members

 Lissette is a community and organizational leader with experience in inclusion and belonging, education, organizational leadership, and community engagement. She currently serves as Inclusion and Belonging Manager at The Boldt Company, where she works across the organization to strengthen culture, build inclusive practices, and create environments where people feel valued and connected.

Lissette holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology/Counseling and a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Crown College. Her community involvement has included service with Casa Hispana, Girls on the Run of Northeast Wisconsin, the Appleton Police Department Community Advisory Board, and other Fox Cities initiatives. She has also been recognized by Madison365 as one of Wisconsin’s 40 Most Influential Latino Leaders, and she also received the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Education- Inclusive Excellence Award. 

Lissette brings a deep commitment to community, relationships, representation, and belonging. As Board Chair of La Fox, she is honored to help shape the organization’s future and strengthen its impact in the community. 

Joe is a 2nd generation Mexican-American and has called the Fox Valley home since 2020. As a licensed Financial Advisor, he is passionate about educating future generations about managing finances and building generational wealth. 

Joe is Leadership Fox Cities Alumni, and has been a Youth Mentor for Outagamie County since 2021. He also serves as a Board Member of Junior Achievement of Northeast Wisconsin and is strong and passionate advocate for causes that uplift our Latino community.

 Amanda is a first-generation Mexican American and daughter of immigrants. She grew up in a small Wisconsin community and is passionate about ensuring that all Latino families have a voice in the decisions that affect them. As a Senior Policy Analyst at Kids Forward, her work focuses on immigration policy, access to health care and public benefits, language access, and translating complex policy changes into accessible information for community members. She was recognized by Madison365 as one of Wisconsin’s 40 Most Influential Latino Leaders. 

Maria is a first-generation Latina who is passionate about empowering, uplifting, and creating opportunities for the Latino community. Maria is committed to staying involved in the work that helps make the Latino community stronger, more connected, and more visible.

As an Engagement Leader at Thrivent, she builds meaningful relationships with organizations and community leaders and helps connect them with Thrivent’s resources and offerings. 

Outside of her career, Maria stays busy giving back and getting involved in the community. She is a member of the Latino Professionals Association of N.E.W., an organizer of the Estamos Aquí Festival Hispano, a Board Member of Casa ALBA Melanie, and a co-founder and Board Member of La FOX (Latino Advocacy of the Fox Valley).

Her involvement and leadership have earned her recognition as one of Wisconsin’s Most Influential Latino Leaders and as an Insight Magazine 40 Under 40 honoree.

  Selena, born and raised in the Fox Valley and a proud Mexican-American, serves as a Student Success Advisor in the Appleton Area School District. She works directly with middle school students to foster belonging and achievement, while collaborating with staff to offer fresh perspectives and support diverse learners. Selena finds fulfillment in volunteer work that uplifts our Latino community, reflecting her commitment to creating inclusive spaces where folks feel seen, supported, and valued.

 Connie is a proud Latina and member of the Fox Valley community. A Business Administration graduate with years of experience in entrepreneurship, finance, public service, and community engagement, she is deeply committed to uplifting and empowering the Latino community across the region.

Her leadership has been recognized statewide, having been named to Wisconsin's Most Influential Latino list and the Fox Valley Chamber of Commerce's Future 15 Young Professionals. She lives in Appleton with her husband and daughter.