Work: I’ve been part of the SWFL Blue Zones Project team since 2016, when I got involved as a volunteer, facilitating purpose workshops in Spanish for the Hispanic community. Today, I’m responsible for connecting, linking, and involving individuals with what we do—creating a healthier community by helping people understand how changing little things in their daily habits can transform their well-being. I’m also the events and volunteer coordinator, always trying to promote opportunities for people to engage with the project and community. 

Proudest Achievement: My family makes me feel proud every day and every morning, despite the morning rush of getting my little one to school. Proud father of two girls, I’m surrounded by women; my wife and mother-in-law.

I’m proud that I chose Naples as my home. From the many places around the world where I could have settled and started over, I can’t think of a better neighborhood than this one.

Expectations for the Future: Community growth and expansion is unavoidable. We are seeing this every day in Naples. Collier County is growing fast. My expectation is that this area that I call home can grow in an organized way, considering the multiple factors that make it special, and that I can continue to be a factor and a promoter of making it a better place. 

Favorite websites: I am a big sports fan and consume a lot of sport news, especially soccer-related news. While I enjoy all sports, my favorite website where I find the latest news is Mundodeportivo.com.es

Local causes supported: Being part of the Blue Zones Project and being so involved with volunteers and promoting a healthier community, one of the things that I find more important and relevant for the people that live here and for our visitors are our local parks, including our beaches and green spaces. I appreciate how appealing and pleasing it is to walk or drive around and see people enjoying the outdoors with their families and pets.

Most frequented healthy food restaurant: I love food and can eat anything and everything any time any day, so it really depends on where I am. I enjoy a late breakfast and we have some Blue Zones Project-approved restaurants that can accommodate a very good offer like Skillets, First Watch, or the Sunburst Café.

How I invest in my community: Mostly by connecting people, volunteering with our volunteers, talking to people about how to be healthier, facilitating purpose workshops and being active, friendly, helpful, happy and eager to help anyone any time.

Favorite quote: Dar es Dar. It is the name of a song by Fito Paez. It basically means: "Give, just give…!"