Daniel Ayala
San Marcos,TX
Summary
Accomplished leader with excellent coalition building ability, strategizing and analytics skills. A fervent advocate of environmental stewardship. Bilingual consensus builder with over 4 years of developing strong grassroots initiatives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice-President
Texas Environmental Caucus
Austin, TX
07.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to build coalitions that focus on environmental causes across the state.
- Organized benefits, fundraisers and guest speaking events
- Collaborated with state legislators and federal government to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals for Texas.
- Built a network of state and federal government stakeholders to help mobilize and invigorate caucus members and voters.
- Regional Finalist for the White House Fellowship 2023
Vice Chairman
Hays CISD Diversity Advisory Council
Kyle, TX
11.2020 - Current
- Managed budget and meeting agenda while also handling RFP's from equity consultants.
- Represented the council at district events while cooperating with Chairwoman on the executive agenda.
- Coordinated community needs assessments and formed necessary committees to address concerns and growth opportunities.
High School Math/Science Teacher
Hays Consolidated Independent School District
Kyle, TX
01.2018 - Current
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
- Developed and administered detailed science and math curriculum
- Elected twice as Vice-Chair of the Hays CISD Diversity Advisory Council since its inaugural year.
- Serve as Advisor to the two largest student organizations (Student Council and Leo Club) at Hays High School.
Service Manager
Enviroguard Pest Control
Pflugerville, TX
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Resolved customer concerns and suggestions in a professional and timely manner.
- Hired, trained and supervised team of service staff technician to adhere to environmental and legal guidelines.
- Developed training material and educational literature for customers on wildlife interactions.
Field Researcher
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Gathered and organized information while studying drift in the San Marcos river.
- Propagated tillers of the Texas Wild Rice while removing invasive species throughout the San Marcos River.
- Wrote reports, reviews, and summaries regarding the identification of macroinvertebrates through various collection sites.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Biology
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX07.2016
Associate of Science - Biology
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TXAssociate of Arts - Business Management
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TXSkills
- Mission and Vision
- Cultural Awareness
- Project Direction
- Process Improvement
- Strategy and Development
- Networking
- Fundraising
- Equity perspective
- Team building and Training
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Budgeting and Forecasting
Timeline
Vice-President
Texas Environmental Caucus
07.2022 - Current
Vice Chairman
Hays CISD Diversity Advisory Council
11.2020 - Current
High School Math/Science Teacher
Hays Consolidated Independent School District
01.2018 - Current
Service Manager
Enviroguard Pest Control
08.2016 - 07.2017
Field Researcher
Texas State University
07.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Biology
Texas State University
Associate of Science - Biology
El Paso Community College
Associate of Arts - Business Management
El Paso Community College