RAquel flores
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A first-generation Latina looking to make a positive change in the world. One voice at-a-time. One story at-a-time. One connection at-at-time. Based in Houston, Raquel has dedicated herself to healthcare advocacy and healthcare education for the last 12 years.
Having a multi-lingual background, she has been able to expand her efforts through community outreach working directly with state, city, county, and other local officials to educate communities on important health topics. Raquel is also involved in active research in partnership with various entities such as her world-renowned alma mater Texas A&M University, BakerRipley, and the City of Houston. This active research aims to identify the external environmental factors which may cause physical stressors on the elderly when participating in physical activities within their communities. Based on the results of the research, enhancements will be made to improve the neighborhood surroundings to be more age-friendly.
More recently and incorporating the importance of expanding horizons, evolving, and personal growth; Raquel has grown her personal brand and become an expert in social media marketing, taking her knowledge to entrepreneurs and entities to help their brands grow.
Raquel possesses excellent leadership skills and is looking forward to building a coachable team that will increase the reach potential thus expanding the efforts of her "Mission with a vision". She looks forward to empowering women and contributing globally to spread her message of love and kindness to the world.
Born in her native El Salvador, Raquel has called Houston home for the last 30 years. She is a sports enthusiast and labels herself "gung-ho" about all things "Aggies". Avid salsa dancer. Foodie. Lives with her furbabies and children. Enjoys the beach and quality time exploring the city and seeking adventures. Raquel is currently working on publishing her book and looks forward to sharing her life journey through speaking engagements.
