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12/11/2024 - Manzo: A plea to fix California’s failed school funding model.

As an educator with more than three decades of experience, including 16 years as a superintendent in the Bay Area, I’m deeply concerned about the crisis in California’s public schools. Recent school closures in the Bay Area serve as a stark reminder that the state’s education funding model is outdated and inequitable.

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10/23/2024 - Voler Strategic Advisors Takes Home Six Awards at the 20th Annual Davey Awards.

Rolando Bonilla, Chief Strategy Officer, at Voler Strategic Advisors, remarked, “This recognition fuels our commitment to delivering exceptional results. Our team is passionate about building impactful campaigns for our clients, nearly all of which are public-serving institutions. We are proud that three of these six awards were for bilingual projects in Spanish and English that engaged diverse audiences.”

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08/28/2024 - Voler Strategic Advisors Welcomes Renowned Education Leader José L. Manzo as “Superintendent in Residence”.

In his role as “Superintendent in Residence,” José L. Manzo will offer critical insights into educational initiatives, focusing on equity, community engagement, and partnership development. His extensive knowledge of school district operations and dedication to supporting diverse, multilingual communities will be invaluable to Voler Strategic Advisors.

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07/09/2024 - Latina-Led Firm Designs a New Logo for the San Mateo Union High School District after Co-hosting Multilingual Focus Groups: Voler Strategic Advisors Played a Key Role in Crafting a Modern Symbol of Unity, Growth, and Inclusivity for Diverse District.

VSA’s design team worked intensively to ensure the logo would reflect SMUHSD’s values of academic excellence, inclusivity, and community partnerships. Rodriguez added, “The new logo aligns seamlessly with SMUHSD’s values, mission, and equity principles. The yellow and navy blue colors reflect the bright hopefulness within the District and its classic, high-quality education. The kaleidoscope represents an ever-changing organization striving for better student outcomes. I’m really proud of the result.”

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07/01/2024 - Former San José Planning Commissioner Rolando Bonilla Elected Chair of the San José Evergreen Community College District Foundation Board.

Rolando Bonilla said, “The 20,000 students who come to our community colleges each year deserve the best instructors, quality mentorship, and top-notch student services as they aim for economic mobility, a career boost, and affordable access to higher education. I look forward to engaging businesses and donors from across Silicon Valley in my new role. The commitment is clear: we will increase investment in the next generation of scholars, leaders, and dreamers.”

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06/18/2024 - Voler Strategic Advisors Recognized at 45th Annual Telly Awards for Excellence in Video Advertising.

“We are thrilled to be recognized by the Telly Awards for our video production and communications work once again in 2024,” says Rolando Bonilla, Chief Strategy Officer, Voler Strategic Advisors. “We are proud of our team of storytelling experts who are showcasing our clients’ amazing work via their top-notch scriptwriting, interviewing, videography and editing.”

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05/08/2024 - Voler Strategic Advisors Welcomes Alexandra Céspedes Kent as Communications & Marketing Director, Enhancing Leadership Team Amid Company Growth.

“Alexandra brings an innovative lens to cause marketing as well as decades of experience as a trusted advisor to CEOs, boards, and civic leaders from her various past roles as chief fundraising and communications officer at leading Bay Area nonprofits. Her appointment signifies our commitment to enhancing client services and expanding our capacity, particularly in serving the public sector and nonprofit clients,” Perla Rodríguez, CEO of Voler Strategic Advisors.

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11/30/2023 - Rolando Bonilla Joins Board of San José Evergreen Community College District Foundation.

Bonilla understands the challenges faced by many college students and sees the need to provide meaningful support and an effective learning environment. As Board member of the San José Evergreen Community College District Foundation, Bonilla will be an advocate for student progress and the mission of the Foundation.

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10/30/2023 - Voler Strategic Advisors Wins Gold at the 2023 NYX Awards.

Voler’s award-winning videos celebrate stories of resilience, impact and community empowerment. “We are proud of our partnerships with leading educational institutions and public service organizations, who are making a difference in their communities,” says Perla Rodriguez, CEO, Voler Strategic Advisors. “I appreciate the recognition of our talented, creative team for their tremendous dedication.”

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05/30/2023 - Voler Strategic Advisors Wins 6 Telly Awards for Video Production Uplifting Community Resources.

Voler Strategic Advisors won six awards at the 44th Annual Telly Awards in the categories of Sustainability, Social Impact, Education, Public Relations, and Politics. The Telly Awards honor excellence in video and television across all screens.

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