Denisse Amézquita Gamboa
Bilingual professional with formal training in legal studies and paralegal practice and multifaceted experience spanning legal advocacy, policy review, business operations, and stakeholder communication. Skilled in research, document review, written and verbal communication, meeting coordination, project management, and translating complex information into clear, actionable takeaways. Experienced collaborating with government agencies, clients, professionals, and cross-functional teams while managing sensitive information and competing priorities. Brings a detail-oriented, adaptable, and service-focused approach to supporting attorneys and legal teams.
Work History
Lived Experience Expert on Labor Trafficking
2 Years- Collaborated with network of lived experience experts to create and update Blue Campaign projects, enhancing outreach and education efforts.
- Discussed edits and polished assignments assigned by the Blue Campaign to educate law enforcement and spread public awareness.
- Performed document reviews, delivered presentations both virtually and in-person, and led focus group discussions.
- Participated in the annual symposium to update and educate NGOs, federal agencies and social providers.
General Contractor and Chief Operating Officer
3 Years 1 Month- Created and submitted bids and project proposals, and negotiated terms.
- Managing communication between the CEO and other clients by setting meetings, creating work scopes and assuring clients' visual project is being met
- Managing communication between the CEO and other clients by setting meetings, creating work scopes and assuring clients' visual project is being met
Apprentice
3 Months- A legal workforce development course designed to help women explore meaningful career hard skills and work-ready knowledge within the law as paralegals, legal assistants, or lawyers.
Assisted with routine administrative tasks to support program operations.
Collaborated with team members to streamline onboarding processes for new apprentices.
Engaged in hands-on training sessions to develop practical skills and knowledge in the field.
Alumni and Consultant
2 Years- Equipped to support survivors by understanding how trauma affects the brain, memory, and behavior to reduce re-traumatization during interactions while preventing compassion fatigue and trauma.
- Advocated for trafficking in persons at annual event, ensuring alignment with current policies.
- Updated and expanded professional skills through participation in monthly webinars.
- Participate in an in-person communications and policy advocacy training in Washington, D.C.
- Collaborated with government agencies annually to present advocacy reports on survivor and victim experiences and statistics related to labor trafficking.