Ms. Chavez has been with the El Paso Collaborative since October, 2000, and has served as Executive Director since 2003. Born and raised in El Paso, Ms. Chavez was the Mayor’s Assistant and City Administrator for the City of Socorro, Texas for over twelve years. There she was primarily responsible for the organization, compilation and evaluation of information for all City Departments. Ms. Chavez’s prior background includes seven years in accounting and eight years in banking where she held the position of Junior Loan Officer. She holds a Bachelors degree in Business/Management from the University of Phoenix. She also attended El Paso Community College and North Texas State University where she has completed numerous professional development and specialized training courses in zoning, housing, taxation, and public services. Ms. Chavez is a state certified housing counselor. She serves on the Application Review Committee for the Rio Grande Council of Governments. Past affiliations include serving as Charter Secretary for the El Paso County Lions Club, Vice President for Mission Trail Association and as Co-Chair of the Mission Valley Steering Committee.