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Roberto Ybañez Livar

Roberto Ybañez Livar

San Antonio

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record in business at CDI Technology Services, excelling in corporate compliance and legislative engagement, with years of experience in cultural arts advocacy as a passionate independent musician, who has built community through collaboration and engagement initiatives.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Corporate Compliance

CDI Technology Services
03.2006 - Current
  • Served in a decision making role for our family-owned, union-electrical contracting business, providing expert guidance during the business' growth to a $15 million dollar annual earning entity.
  • Performed legislative work representing the company and the union-electrical trade at all levels of government- municipal, state, and national, often sitting with elected officials for one on one meetings, and offering professional insight during legislative sessions.
  • Served as a board member to the Central Texas Health & Benefit Trust Fund, responsible for overseeing the health and welfare benefits of over 3,000 members.
  • Regularly represent the company while working with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers on labor issues, fostering best business practices between ownership and workers.
  • Upheld the integrity of internal investigations by maintaining strict confidentiality and impartiality in all matters relating to potential compliance breaches.
  • Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency in monitoring and reporting compliance issues.
  • Fostered a culture of integrity by leading employee training programs on ethics and compliance topics.
  • Enhanced corporate compliance by developing and implementing effective policies and procedures.
  • Optimized resource allocation for compliance initiatives through meticulous budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking efforts.
  • Reviewed documents, files, transcripts, and other records to assess compliance and potential risk.
  • Developed and delivered training programs to inform new and current employees about compliance issues.
  • Formulated detailed recommendations based on audit findings to support annual planning and definition of goals.
  • Played instrumental role in company-wide risk assessment efforts, supporting enhancements in business processes and controls.
  • Collaborated with HR and IT to develop and implement code of business and ethics and anti-harassment policies and related personnel training.
  • Addressed compliance issues by developing and implementing corrective action plans.

Band Leader

Bombasta
12.2003 - Current
  • Created, fronted, and served as primary song writer of original compositions for the band, which has championed a San Antonio Chicano aesthetic, focused on inclusivity and barrio empowerment.
  • Proficient song writer, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist with a lifetime of experience on guitar, accordion, piano, bass, hand percussion, Puerto Rican cuatro, midi applications, DJ and electronic music creation.
  • Collaborated with the San Antonio Philharmonic Orchestra by writing an orchestral arrangement for one of my original compositions, rehearsing and then performing with the full orchestra during a city-wide public performance.
  • Represented San Antonio's deep pool of talent at various city sponsored events, most recently licensing one of my compositions for promotional use by Visit San Antonio.
  • Conducted many interviews and press events over the years, utilizing the platform created as an artist to bring awareness to numerous community issues.
  • Established a positive work environment that encouraged creativity, teamwork, and professionalism among band members.
  • Boosted band's profile through consistent networking with industry professionals and event organizers.
  • Selected appropriate repertoire that catered to diverse audiences while showcasing each musician's unique talents.
  • Secured long-term relationships at prestigious venues throughout the state, elevating the ensemble's reputation within the industry.
  • Implemented effective promotional strategies for performances, resulting in increased ticket sales and revenue generation.
  • Regularly updated technical equipment inventory ensuring optimal sound quality during gigs.
  • Organized charity concerts benefiting local causes raising awareness about community issues.
  • Enhanced audience engagement by incorporating diverse music genres and styles into performances.
  • Developed a strong online presence with engaging content, increasing fan base and attracting new performance opportunities.
  • Managed budgeting and financial aspects of the band, ensuring sustainable growth and profitability.
  • Maintained open communication channels with venue staff to ensure smooth operations during performances.
  • Collaborated with fellow musicians to create memorable, high-quality concerts for various events.
  • Streamlined rehearsal schedules to maximize productivity while maintaining a healthy work-life balance for all performers.
  • Mentored junior members of the ensemble, fostering their personal growth as musicians and team players.
  • Initiated collaborations with renowned artists on joint projects enhancing the band's exposure.
  • Coordinated logistics for domestic and international tours, providing seamless experiences for both performers and audiences.
  • Designed visually appealing stage setups to enhance audience experience during live shows.
  • Fostered strong relationships with local media outlets for increased coverage of band activities.
  • Assessed musicians and assigned instruments and parts for songs and concerts.
  • Determined voices, instruments, harmonic structures, rhythms, tempos and tone balances required to achieve effects desired in each musical composition.
  • Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.

Director of Production

Luminaria Arts Festival
08.2021 - 11.2022
  • Responsible for the entire production of the annual Luminaria Arts Festival two years in a row.
  • Directly responsible for organizing site locations, all production details for visual arts installations, large format video installations, sound and movement installations, and live performances.
  • Directed the entire production crew for the city wide event, to include the RFP process, awarding the production contract, overseeing installations the week of the event, and being the direct liaison between production crew, festival leadership, and installation artists.
  • Production responsibilities included being responsible for all electrical and power installations, all staging, lighting, and sound installations, multi-projector large-format video installations, all visual arts installations including many large format installations.

Education

No Degree - Visual Art; Music Performance

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
01-1997

Music Performance

Southwest High School
San Antonio, TX
05-1992

Skills

  • Arts & Culture Advocacy
  • Community Engagement
  • Project management
  • Reliability
  • Team leadership
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Relationship building
  • Professionalism
  • Legislative engagement
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving

Affiliations

National Electrical Contractors Association; San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Hispanic Contractors Association de San Antonio; Central Texas Health & Benefit Trust Fund Board Member

Interests

  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Graphic Art Design
  • Camping with my family
  • Motorcycling
  • Men's Mental Health
  • Supporting Immigrant Rights
  • Supporting Youth Leadership
  • Solidarity with marginalized groups

Timeline

Director of Production

Luminaria Arts Festival
08.2021 - 11.2022

Director of Corporate Compliance

CDI Technology Services
03.2006 - Current

Band Leader

Bombasta
12.2003 - Current

No Degree - Visual Art; Music Performance

Texas State University

Music Performance

Southwest High School

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