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The Hinckley Institute is celebrating sixty years of internships!

As 60th anniversaries are marked by diamonds, we are celebrating six decades of sparkling students who made stellar interns and realized their own potential with the help of the Hinckley Institute.

Founded in 1965 by Robert H. Hinckley, the first class of interns launched the institute's mission of civic engagement and now, in 2025, we are proud to carry it forward. Below is a compilation of Hinckley Institute intern alumni from each of the six decades that we have been in operation. Each decade of interns boasts prominent names and glittering career trajectories.

Each decade of Hinckley alumni has its own sparkling achievements.
We are proud of all that this brilliant group has accomplished.

A distinguished group of alumni from each decade have pledged signifiant donations.
Their generosity will help ensure future students can access internships without financial barriers.

Notable Intern Alumni Donors of 2015 - 2025

Ciriac Alvarez Valle

Washington, D.C. Intern, 2016 - Ibarra Strategy Group

Ciriac Alvarez Valle

Washington, D.C. Intern, 2016 - Ibarra Strategy Group
Ciriac Alvarez Valle graduated from the University of Utah in the spring of 2017 where she completed a Hinckley internship in Washington, D.C. After graduating, Alvarez Valle joined Voices for Utah Children in 2018. She has worked in multiple positions within the organization ever since - first as a Health Policy Communications Fellow, then a Policy Analyst, and she now serves as a Senior Policy Analyst at Voices for Utah Children.

Nick Cockrell

Local Intern, 2016 - Utah Historical Society & 2017 - ACLU; Legislative Intern, 2020 - Representative Harris; Washington D.C. Intern, 2016 - Campaign Legal Center; Global Intern, 2019 - British Parliament, London

Nick Cockrell

Local Intern, 2016 - Utah Historical Society & 2017 - ACLU; Legislative Intern, 2020 - Representative Harris; Washington D.C. Intern, 2016 - Campaign Legal Center; Global Intern, 2019 - British Parliament, London
In addition to five Hinckley internships, Nick Cockrell worked as a local campaign manager, served as Chair for the Young Democrats of Salt Lake County, and as a communications consultant for the ACLU while completing his undergraduate studies. After graduating in 2020, he continued consulting on campaigns, with ACLU, and worked as the Assistant Director of Communications for the Episcopal Diocese of Utah. He received his Master of Legal Studies (MLS) from the U in 2023. Currently he is the Managing Director of Community Engagement for the Hinckley Institute and adjunct instructor at the University of Utah.

Conor Lyne

Local Intern, 2015 - Utah Governor's Office

Conor Lyne

Local Intern, 2015 - Utah Governor's Office
Conor Lyne graduated from the University of Utah in 2017. Prior to graduation, he fulfilled his dream of competing for Ireland in the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia. He also completed a local internship through the Hinckley institute. After graduation, he worked for Microsoft in a variety of roles including Finance Manager of Margin Strategy and Investment Optimization. Today he works in New York City for Stripe as the GTM of Finance and Strategy.

Christian Mower

Legislative Intern, 2017 - Representative Arent; Washington D.C. Intern 2018, Eisenhower Memorial Commission

Christian Mower

Legislative Intern, 2017 - Representative Arent; Washington D.C. Intern 2018, Eisenhower Memorial Commission
Christian Mower graduated in 2018. As a student he did two Hinckley Internships and was active on local campaigns and chaired the ASUU Government Relations government board. After graduation, he served as a Field Representative and Military Affairs Liaison to Congressman Ben McAdams. He then went on to get his Master's of Urban Planning at the University of Washington. Today, Christian is a Project Fund and Agreements Coordinator with the Seattle Center.

Nahum Tadesse

Local Intern, 2020 - Salt Lake County - New Americans; Local Intern, 2021 - Salt Lake City Mayor's Office; Washington, D.C. Intern, 2022 - The Mitchell Group

Nahum Tadesse

Local Intern, 2020 - Salt Lake County - New Americans; Local Intern, 2021 - Salt Lake City Mayor's Office; Washington, D.C. Intern, 2022 - The Mitchell Group
Nahum Tadesse graduated from the University of Utah with both a Bachelor's of Science and Bachelor's of Arts in 2023. During his busy time as a student he participated in three Hinckley Internships and worked at the Hinckley Institute offices. Since graduating, he serves as a Government Relations Liason for Intermountain Health.

David Witt

Global Intern, 2020 - Greece, Lesvos - HELP International

David Witt

Global Intern, 2020 - Greece, Lesvos - HELP International
David Witt graduated from the University of Utah with his bachelor's in 2021 and then his Master's of Public Administration in 2024. During his time as a student, David participated in a Hinckley Global internship in Lesvos Greece. He then went on to work for Volunteers of America as a Community Engagement Liaison, and then as an International Leadership Academy Fellow with Utah Global Diplomacy. Today he works as a Dignity Research and Program Evaluation Associate for The Dignity Index.

Notable Intern Alumni Donors of 2005 - 2014

Matt Holton

Washington, DC Intern, 2008 - Office of Presidential Personnel; Local Intern, 2009 - Senator Hatch; Legislative Intern, 2010 - Rep Dee;

Matt Holton

Washington, DC Intern, 2008 - Office of Presidential Personnel; Local Intern, 2009 - Senator Hatch; Legislative Intern, 2010 - Rep Dee;
Matt Holton graduated in 2010 from the University of Utah where he participated in three Hinckley Internships and then went on to work for both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives. Returning to Utah, he served as Campaign Manager for Mia Love, Director of Business Outreach for the U.S. Senate, Senior Advisor of External Affairs for Rio Tinto, and the Chief of Staff and VP of Government Relations for TravelPass Group. Today he works as a Partner with Stokes Strategies and serves as a City Council Member for Cottonwood Heights.

Ellesse Sorbonne Balli

Washington, D.C. Intern, 2009 - Diplomatic Courier

Ellesse Sorbonne Balli

Washington, D.C. Intern, 2009 - Diplomatic Courier
Ellesse Sorbonne Balli graduated with her Bachelor's from the University of Utah in 2009 and then with her Master's in Instructional Design in 2014. Following her Hinckley Internship, worked as a Communications Specialist at the Hinckley Institute. She then went on to work for Sorenson Impact as the Managing Director of Partnerships & Field Building. Today she works as the Co-Founder & CEO of Declarative, a female-owned-and-operated branding consultancy.

Anna Solomon Edelman

Local Intern, 2015; Global Intern, 2013 - Peru, Cajamarca - Eagle Condor Humanitarian

Anna Solomon Edelman

Local Intern, 2015; Global Intern, 2013 - Peru, Cajamarca - Eagle Condor Humanitarian
Anna Solomon Edelman participated in two Hinckley internships and graduated from the University of Utah in 2013 with her Bachelor's and then in 2015 with her Master's in Public Administration. She then worked as the Outreach Coordinator for the Hinckley Institute before going on to work as Event Coordinator at the U.S. National Whitewater Center, Development Director at ANSWER Scholarship, Inc., and now works at the University of Utah as the Associate Director of Annual Giving and Stewardship for Student Success Advancement.

Brooklyn Lindsey

Washinton, D.C., 2018 - Senator Lee; Global Intern, 2019 - Amman, Jordan - INJAZ Al-Arab

Brooklyn Lindsey

Washinton, D.C., 2018 - Senator Lee; Global Intern, 2019 - Amman, Jordan - INJAZ Al-Arab
Brooklyn Lindsey participated in two Hinckley internships and graduated from the University of Utah in 2019 with her Bachelor's and then earned her JD from SJ Quinney College of Law in 2024. She then began a trajectory of work with Ivory Innovations and today serves as their Director of Innovation, Public Policy, and Legal Affairs. Along the way she worked as a Law Clerk with the Judiciary Committee for the United States Senate and the Goldwater Institute, and as a Public Policy and Legal Affairs Fellow with Ivory Homes.

Alex Macfarlane

Washington D.C. Intern, 2014 - AMAR Foundation

Alex Macfarlane

Washington D.C. Intern, 2014 - AMAR Foundation
After Alex Macfarlane participated in a Hinckley Internship and received her BFA in Film and Media Studies at the University of Utah in 2014. She then moved to Scotland to receive her Master's from the University of Edinburgh in 2017. She then worked as a flight attendant with American Airlines and later returned to Utah to work as a Judicial Assistant. Today she is the Program Coordinator at the Hinckley Institute overseeing the Local Intern program and events.

Kendahl Mordini

Local Intern, 2012 - Salt Lake Chamber and 2014 - Utah GOED; Washington, D.C. Intern, 2015 - House Oversight Committee on Government Reform; Global Intern, 2013 - EPP Group, Brussels

Kendahl Mordini

Local Intern, 2012 - Salt Lake Chamber and 2014 - Utah GOED; Washington, D.C. Intern, 2015 - House Oversight Committee on Government Reform; Global Intern, 2013 - EPP Group, Brussels
After participating in four Hinckley internships, Kendahl Mordini graduated from the University of Utah in 2015 and then received her JD from the Boston University School of Law in 2019. Today she is a corporate associate in the Boston office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP.

Cody Rogers

Washington, D.C. Intern, 2008 - Office of Senator Bennett; Global Intern, 2011 - US Mission to NATO, Brussels

Cody Rogers

Washington, D.C. Intern, 2008 - Office of Senator Bennett; Global Intern, 2011 - US Mission to NATO, Brussels
A Truman Scholar who graduated from the University of Utah in 2011, Cody Rogers's D.C. internship led to a position with Senator Bennet as Office Manager. He then went on to get his JD from the University of Virginia Law School, during which time he also served as law clerk for the Federal Election Commission. Today he is a full-time partner at Stinson LLP as a Community Development + Impact Finance Attorney and Partner to promote development in some of the most underserved markets in the country. He is also Chair of the Community Economic Development Committee ABA Business Law Section.

Molly Wheeler

Legislative Intern, 2011 - Senator Jones; Washington D.C. Intern, 2012 - BIPAC; Global Intern, 2013 - British Parliament, London

Molly Wheeler

Legislative Intern, 2011 - Senator Jones; Washington D.C. Intern, 2012 - BIPAC; Global Intern, 2013 - British Parliament, London
Molly Wheeler completed three Hinckley Internships as an undergraduate before graduating from the University of Utah in 2014. She then went on to get her Master's from the London School of Economics in 2017. She returned to the Hinckley Institute as the Managing Director for Community Engagement and served as an Adjunct Instructor for the University of Utah. Today she is the Deputy Director for the Utah League of Cities and Towns.

Notable Intern Alumni Donors of 1995 - 2005

Tim Splane

Washington, D.C. Intern, 1996 - Heritage Foundation

Tim Splane

Washington, D.C. Intern, 1996 - Heritage Foundation
Tim Splane completed a Hinckley Internship in Washington, D.C. and then graduated from the University of Utah and went on to receive his JD from Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University. He then worked as an Associate with Pietragallo, Bosick & Gordon, then as the Vice President of Compliance for Lender's First Choice, and Vice President of Strategic Initiatives for LandAmerica OneStop, Inc. After serving more than a decade as EVP's General Counsel, he is now General Counsel for Priority Title.

Claire Martinez

Washington, D.C. Intern, 2002 - ACLU; Legislative Intern, 2002 - Representative Daniels

Claire Martinez

Washington, D.C. Intern, 2002 - ACLU; Legislative Intern, 2002 - Representative Daniels
Claire Martinez participated in two Hinckley internships during her time as an undergraduate at the University of Utah. She then went on to get her Master's in Community Leadership from Westminster University. Her time at Westminster led to a decade of professional roles in advancement with Westminster including Director of Donor Relations and Interim Managing Director of Alumni and Annual Giving. She then went on to become the Co-Director of Capital Campaign Communication and Engagement for the University of Utah and is today the school's Deputy Chief Philanthropy Officer of Donor Relations.

Morgan Lyon Cotti

Washington D.C. Intern, 1999 - Senator Hatch

Morgan Lyon Cotti

Washington D.C. Intern, 1999 - Senator Hatch
Morgan Lyon Cotti earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Utah, a Master of Public Policy from Brigham Young University, and a Ph.D. in Political Science from George Washington University. During her time as an undergraduate, she participated in a Hinckley internship in Washington, D.C. She began her professional career as a research analyst and later as the research director at the Utah Foundation. She then joined the Hinckley Institute in 2013 as the State and Local Program Director before becoming the Associate Director.

Notable Intern Alumni Donors of 1985 - 1994

Chris Gamvroulas

Local Intern, 1986 - Community & Economic Development; Washington, D.C. Intern, 1987 - Senator Garn

Chris Gamvroulas

Local Intern, 1986 - Community & Economic Development; Washington, D.C. Intern, 1987 - Senator Garn
After participating in two Hinckley internships, Chris Gamvroulas graduated from the University of Utah in 1989. He then participated in an Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School after which, he worked in state government for eight years including three years as Assistant Director of the Division of Business and Economic Development and five years at the Utah Film Commission. Today he is is president of Ivory Development, the land acquisition and development affiliate for Ivory Homes. Chris joined Ivory Homes in 1993 and since then has been involved in the land acquisition, planning, entitlement and construction of over 20,000 home sites and apartments and hundreds of acres of retail, industrial and commercial properties.

Meredith Moss

Washington, D.C. Intern, 1992 - U.S. Supreme Court

Meredith Moss

Washington, D.C. Intern, 1992 - U.S. Supreme Court
During her time as a student at the University of Utah, Meredith Moss completed a Hinckley Internship and received the prestigious Truman Scholarship. She graduated with her bachelor's in 1996 and went on to receive her JD from the University of Virginia School of Law in 2001. She then embarked on a prestigious career in law. First as Partner with Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe and later King & Spalding LLP. She was then the Principal at Deloitte, Office of General Counsel. Currently she is the Deputy General Counsel of Disputes at EY.

Jennifer Napier-Pearce

Washington, D.C. Intern 1990 - Committee for Education Funding

Jennifer Napier-Pearce

Washington, D.C. Intern 1990 - Committee for Education Funding
Jennifer Napier-Pearce participated in a Hinckley internship during her time as a student at the University of Utah. She graduated with her bachelor's degree from the U, and then a master’s degree in journalism from Stanford University. A veteran journalist and strategist, Napier-Pearce most recently served as a senior advisor and director of communications to Utah Governor Spencer Cox. Prior to her work in the Cox administration, she was executive editor of The Salt Lake Tribune. She has also worked at the Hinckley Institute as Director of Communications, KUER and KCPW as an award-winning reporter, anchor and news director. She was recently announced as the Chief of Staff for the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation

Steve Owens

Local Intern 1986, Wayne Owens Campaign

Steve Owens

Local Intern 1986, Wayne Owens Campaign
As a former Hinckley intern and Truman Scholarship winner, Steve Owens graduated from the University of Utah in 1991. He then attended SJ Quinney School of Law, earning his JD in 1994. He has since clerked at the Utah Attorney General’s office, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services and the Utah Supreme Court. He is currently a partner at Epperson & Owens, a civil litigation practice with focus on defending health care providers in malpractice and professional licensing matters. He also serves on a variety of community boards as well as assists with the continuation of the Hinckley Institute's annual HIP Talks contest.

Mark Paul

Washington, D.C. Intern, 1985 - International Policy; Legislative Intern, 1987 - Scruggs and Leavitt;

Mark Paul

Washington, D.C. Intern, 1985 - International Policy; Legislative Intern, 1987 - Scruggs and Leavitt;
Mark Paul graduated from the University of Utah in 1987. During his time as a student he participated in two Hinckley internships, one during the legislative session and one in Washington, D.C. He then built a career in the field of medical technology. He started working with Procter & Gamble, and then in Sales and Marketing with Boston Scientific. He then embarked on an international adventure living in Paris as the Vice President of International Marketing for Boston Scientific, and then became the Global President of Stryker Neurovascular. He has recently returned to his alma mater and is now the Executive Director of the Center of Medical Innovation at the University of Utah.

Justice John Pearce

Washington D.C. Intern, 1991 - Benchmarks Inc.

Justice John Pearce

Washington D.C. Intern, 1991 - Benchmarks Inc.
Justice Pearce was appointed to the Utah Supreme Court in 2015 by Governor Gary Herbert. Prior to joining the Utah Supreme Court, Pearce served on the Utah Court of Appeals. He has also served as general counsel in Governor Herbert's office. He holds a bachelors degree in economics from the University of Utah, where he participated in a Hinckley internship in Washington, D.C. He then received his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Berkeley. Justice Pearce started his legal career at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati in Palo Alto, California. For many years, Justice Pearce was a shareholder and member of the Executive Committee at Jones Waldo in Salt Lake City. Between 2009 and 2013, Justice Pearce served as General Counsel to Governor Gary R. Herbert. In addition to his role with the Utah Supreme Court, Justice Pearce teaches Legislative Process and Statutory Interpretation at the S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah.

Christopher Peifer

Local Intern, 1989 - Rep. Owens

Christopher Peifer

Local Intern, 1989 - Rep. Owens
More information to come.

Ross Romero

Washington, D.C. Intern, 1992 - Hispanic Policy Development Project

Ross Romero

Washington, D.C. Intern, 1992 - Hispanic Policy Development Project
Ross Romero earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Utah where he also participated in a Hinckley internship in Washington, D.C. He then received his JD from the University of Michigan. Returning to Utah, he worked in Government Relations for Zions Bank, as a partner and litigator for Jones Waldo, and then immersed himself in local governance. He served in both the Utah Senate and House of Representatives and was then appointed to the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars by President Obama. He founded Inclusion Strategies and served on the board of the National Association of Latino Elected & Appointed Officials. He is currently a Salt Lake County Council member.

Laura Snow

Washington D.C. Intern, 1987 - U.S. Supreme Court

Laura Snow

Washington D.C. Intern, 1987 - U.S. Supreme Court
During Laura Snow's time as a student at the University of Utah, she participated in a Hinckley internship before graduating with her Associate's in 1990. She then began her profession as a study abroad and international scholar advisor. She then managed the University’s international programs for the division of Continuing Education before joining the President’s Cabinet as special assistant to the president and secretary to the university, serving as the liaison between university senior leadership and the institution’s Board of Trustees. She then moved to work with University Advancement before joining the Academic Affairs team as special assistant to the provost. She later returned to the Office of the President as chief of staff and secretary to the university, before moving into her current role as senior advisor. During her three-decade tenure at the U, Laura has advised and assisted five university presidents and two interim presidents and staffed and supported six chairs of the Board of Trustees. As a former Hinckley Intern, Laura Snow maintains a special friendship with the Institute as her father R.J. Snow was Hinckley Institute Director.

Deanie Wimmer

Washington D.C. Intern, 1987 - The Fund for American Studies (TFAS); Local Intern, 1990 - KSL News

Deanie Wimmer

Washington D.C. Intern, 1987 - The Fund for American Studies (TFAS); Local Intern, 1990 - KSL News
Nadine (Deanie) Wimmer earned her bachelor's in 1989 and her Master's in 1993 from the University of Utah, where she also participated in two Hinckley internships. Her local internship with KSL News was so successful, it led to a lifelong career trajectory. She moved up the ranks as weekend anchor, political reporter, general assignment reporter, and producer. She currently co-anchors KSL News. Deanie is also an Emmy award-winning reporter who covers education and leads the station’s literacy initiative “Read Today”. The program aims to educate, motivate and celebrate reading accomplishments and encourage families to read together. Read Today won the Emmy Service to America Award for contributions to literacy in Utah.

Janice Ugaki

Washington D.C. Intern, 1988 - U.S. Supreme Court; Legislative Intern, 1990 - Office of the Governor; Local Intern, 1988 - Legislative Fiscal Analyst

Janice Ugaki

Washington D.C. Intern, 1988 - U.S. Supreme Court; Legislative Intern, 1990 - Office of the Governor; Local Intern, 1988 - Legislative Fiscal Analyst
Janice Ugaki received her JD from Harvard Law School, was a Rhodes Scholar at Oxford University, and graduated summa cum laude from the University of Utah where she also participated in three Hinckley internships and received a prestigious Truman Scholarship. Janice Ugaki is the Co-Founder and President of Firmseek, a strategic marketing and technology company based in Washington, DC. Additionally, she serves as the Co-President of the Association of American Rhodes Scholars. She is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Utah and serves on a wide range of boards including Intermountain Healthcare, Zions Bank, Castell Health, Culmination Bio, the Truman Scholarship Advisory Council, the University of Utah National Advisory Council, the Park City Education Foundation, and the Park City Hospital Governing Board.

Notable Intern Alumni Donors of 1975 - 1984

Patrice Arent

Local Intern, 1977 - Governor Matheson; Washington, D.C. Intern - Senator Moss

Patrice Arent

Local Intern, 1977 - Governor Matheson; Washington, D.C. Intern - Senator Moss
After receiving her undergraduate degree from the University of Utah in 1978, Patrice Arent went on to receive her JD from Cornell Law School in 1981. During her time at the University of Utah, she participated in two Hinckley Internships and was a forum host. After earning her degrees, she went on to work as an Assistant Attorney General of Utah before beginning her long and impressive career in Utah politics. Arent was elected to the Utah House of Representatives in 1996 where she has served as Democratic Whip and Assistant Democratic Whip. Between 1996 and 2020 she served in both the Utah House of Representatives and Senate. She also hosted many Hinckley interns throughout the years, providing internship opportunities in both her campaign offices and during legislative sessions.

Natalie Gochnour

DC Intern, 1982 - Representative Marriott; Local Intern, 1983 - Fifth Circuit Court

Natalie Gochnour

DC Intern, 1982 - Representative Marriott; Local Intern, 1983 - Fifth Circuit Court
Natalie Gochnour graduated from the University of Utah with her bachelor's degree in 1984 and then her master's degree in 1988. During her time as an undergraduate she completed two Hinckley internships and served as student forum host. Her Hinckley experiences helped to crystalize her love for economics. She has served as the Vice President of Policy and Communications of Leavitt Partners, the Executive Vice President and Chief Economist of the Salt Lake Chamber, the Director of Altabank, and as the Director of O.C Tanner. In 2013, Gochnour returned to the University of Utah and today serves as the Associate Dean of the David Eccles School of Business and Director of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute.

Renee Morita

Local Intern, 1977 - League of Women Voters; Washington, D.C. Intern, 1982 - American Educational Research Association

Renee Morita

Local Intern, 1977 - League of Women Voters; Washington, D.C. Intern, 1982 - American Educational Research Association
Renee Morita completed her undergraduate education at from the University of Utah in 1981 and her master's in public administration in 1985. During her time as a student she participated in two Hinckley internships. After completing her education, she had a long and successful career in human resources. She has held several management positions in the public and private sectors including the Utah Courts, Hercules Aerospace, Intermountain Healthcare, and Fidelity Investments where she was the Western Regional Human Resources Director for Premium Services. She also served as an adjunct professor and taught human resource workshops and courses for the University of Utah.

Frank Pignanelli

Legislative Intern 1981, Office of Legislative Research

Frank Pignanelli

Legislative Intern 1981, Office of Legislative Research
Frank Pignanelli graduated from the University of Utah in 1981 went on to obtain a JD from the U's S.J. Quinney College of Law in 1984. During his time as a student, he participated in a Hinckley internship during the Legislative session. He then became one of the youngest Utahns ever elected to state office and served in the House of Representatives for 10 years, 6 of those years serving as the Democratic Minority Leader. He practiced law in general litigation until 1993 when he was appointed Vice President and General Counsel of BlueCross BlueShield of Utah. He is currently senior partner with Foxley & Pignanelli, a government relations and public affairs firms. Throughout his time as an elected official and today as a lobbyist, he continues to maintain his connection to the Hinckley Institute by hosting interns during the legislative session.

Patrick Salazar

Local Intern, 1984 - Farley for Congress; Legislative Intern, 1986 - Committee for Criminal Justice; 1987 - Utah Education Association; 1989 - Salt Lake County

Patrick Salazar

Local Intern, 1984 - Farley for Congress; Legislative Intern, 1986 - Committee for Criminal Justice; 1987 - Utah Education Association; 1989 - Salt Lake County
Patrick Salazar began his career of service in the U.S. Navy aboard the aircraft carrier USS Coral Sea (CV-43) before enrolling in the University of Utah and participating in four Hinckley internships and winning the prestigious Truman Scholarship award. Salazar graduated from the U in 1992 and received his MBA in 1994 from University of Texas at Austin. He then spent the next 30 years building a career in executive search and nonprofit senior management and consulting, specializing in fundraising, program development, evaluation, and communications. From 2016 to 2021 Salazar was a principal consultant with m/Oppenheim Associates. Salazar has served his community in a variety of roles including Director of Advancement at Assistance League of Los Angeles, Director of Development and Communications at Community Health Centers Inc., and founder of Latinos LEAD.