Nilda brings more than 25 years of Operations Management experience to the team at JumpStart. Previously, Nilda led teams at Orthopaedic Associates, Inc. assisting leading 14 surgeons and 80 plus support staff with office administrative functions, such as human resource management, payroll, policy development, accounts payable & receivable, marketing, event planning, and project management.

Nilda’s passion for making a difference led her to work for Esperanza, Inc., where the mission is devoted to furthering the academic excellence of Hispanic students. As Executive Assistant/Operations Manager, she enhanced the day-to-day operations while supporting 14 board members and senior-level administrators.

Nilda’s prior successes have given her the experience and passion for developing and leading high-performance teams with teamwork and enthusiasm. She contributes to continuing JumpStart’s mission-related work, igniting, and unlocking entrepreneurship’s full potential to transform entire communities.

Nilda attended Cuyahoga Community College, where she received a Medical Office Management Certificate and a Human Resource Management Certificate from the Employers Resource Council. She is a Notary for the State of Ohio and a Member of Ohio MGMA, MGMA, ACMPE, and Toastmasters International.

Nilda has an entrepreneurial focus, and outside of JumpStart, she is an Optimal Health Coach and Consultant.