Our Mission

The National Hispanic Coalition of Federal Aviation Employees (NHCFAE) is a professional, diverse organization that focuses on advocating career placement and advancement through support, education and alliances.

Our Vision

To be the leading Hispanic employee association among all federal government agencies, recognized and regarded for its educational, recruitment, outreach and career development
initiatives.

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OUR BACKGROUND

The National Hispanic Coalition of Federal Aviation Employees (NHCFAE) was established in 1978 in an effort to provide a network for Hispanic employees of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Aviation Industry. It became a national organization in 1983. Today, the Coalition is the chief advocate for issues affecting Hispanics and all it's members from all ethnic backgrounds in the FAA. The Coalition derives its support from membership dues, corporate sponsorship and private donations.

EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS

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Oscar A. Torres
National President, Air Traffic Control Specialist

Atlanta ARTCC - Hampton

Atlanta ARTCC - Hampton

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John Espinosa
National Vice President, Manager Training Development

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Erik Salazar
National Director of Resources, Manager Program & Management Specialist

Aeronautical Center, OK

Aeronautical Center, OK

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Hilda Banda
National Director of Education, Operation Support Specialist

Houston District

Houston ARTCC Houston, TX

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Susie Diaz
National Director of Public Affairs, Drafting Coordinator

Western Pacific Regional Office

Western Pacific Regional Office

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Näleè D. Romero
National Director of Administration, Program Analyst

Headquarters, Washington, DC

Headquarters, Washington DC

NHCFAE PAST PRESIDENTS

2021 - Oscar A. Torres

2019-2021 Bill Fernandez

2017-2019 Faviola Garcia

2013-2017 David Dominguez

2009-2013 Sadie P. Alvarado

2005-2009 Ron Lozano

2004-2005 Magda Batista-Carver

2003-2004 Martin Ortero

1998-2003 Adolfo Zavala

1997-1998 Roger Trevino

1995-1997 Myrna Rivera

1992-1995 Monica Burton

1989-1992 Rene Matos

1986-1989 Richie Gomez

1983-1986 David Medina

1978-1983 Carlos O. Gonsalez

NHCFAE STANDING COMMITTEES

Audit Budget
The Audit Budget Committee shall be chaired by the National Director of Resources. The committee should consist of the Director of Resources for each of the regions/centers. The Audit Budget Committee shall ensure the financial viability of the NHCFAE and all of the chapters.

Elections
The Elections Committee shall be chaired by the Election Committee Chairperson, who will be chosen by the Executive Board. The committee will consist of a member representative in good standing appointed by each of the candidates for national office. The Elections Committee shall ensure the accuracy and fairness of the National Elections.

Executive
The Executive Committee shall be chaired by The National President. The committee will consist of the Executive Board and each of the Regional/Center Directors. The Executive Committee shall prepare the strategic planning of the NHCFAE.

Conference
The Conference Committee shall be chaired by a member in good standing appointed by the Executive Board. The committee shall be made up of the host RCD and members in good standing and advised by the National DOR, DOPA, and Corporate Relations chairperson.

Membership
The Membership Committee shall be chaired by a member in good standing appointed by the Executive Board. The committee should be made up of a member in good standing from each of the chapters.

Outreach
The Outreach Committee shall be chaired by a member in good standing appointed by the Executive Board. The committee should be made up of a member in good standing from each of the chapters. The Outreach Committee shall educate the general public about the career opportunities within the agency.

Communications Committee
The Communications Committee (aka “Comm-Comm”) was established in January, 2012 to create a more efficient, transparent and targeted internal communication system among the NHCFAE Executive Board, the Regional Chapter Directors and all NHC members, from top leadership down and from members to top leadership, region to region, and with external entities such as other employee associations.

Constitution and Bylaws
The Constitution and Bylaws Committee shall be chaired by a member in good standing appointed by the Executive Board. The committee shall be made up of members in good standing.

Corporate Relations
The Corporate Relations Chair shall be appointed by the Executive Board. The committee shall be made up of members in good standing. The Corporate Relations Committee establishes and coordinates the NHCFAE relationship with our corporate partners.

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REGIONAL/CENTER DIRECTORS

CAPITAL REGION

Regional Center Director: Karen Perez

WA.RCD@NHCFAE.ORG

Deputy Regional Center Director:
Ana Peña

Director of Resources:
Vacant

Director of Adminstration:
Vacant

WESTERN PACIFIC REGION

Regional Center Director:
Nat Perez
Air Traffic Controller

(916) 267-3221
WP.RCD@NHCFAE.ORG

Deputy Regional Center Director:
Antonio Garcia

Director of Resources: Vacant

Director of Administration: Vacant

EASTERN/NEW ENGLAND REGION/TECHNICAL CENTER

Regional Center Director: Marco Alvarado

Aviation Safety Inspector

EA.RCD@NHCFAE.ORG

Deputy Regional Center Director:
Vacant

Director of Resources:
Vacant

Director of Administration:
Vacant

GREAT LAKES REGION

Regional Center Director: Raquel Ysasi-Huerta

GL.RCD@NHCFAE.ORG

Deputy Regional Center Director:

Director of Resources:
Vacant

Director of Administration:
Vacant

NORTHWEST MOUNTAIN REGION

Regional Center Director: Karla Valdez
Title: Management & Program Analyst

(425)203-4143
NM.RCD@NHCFAE.ORG

Deputy Regional Center Director: Vacant

Director of Resources:
Vacant

Director of Administration:
Vacant

MIKE MONRONEY AERONAUTICAL CENTER

Regional Center Director:
Javier Quinones
Title: Academy Electronics Instructor

AC.RCD@NHCFAE.ORG

Deputy Regional Center Director:
David Williams

Director of Resources:
Erik Salazar

Director of Adminstration:
John Espinoza

SOUTHERN REGION

Regional Center Director:
Freidy Lazala
(954) 594-3476
SO.RCD@NHCFAE.ORG

Deputy Regional Center Director:
Tamara Sabalier

Director of Resources:
Vacant

Director of Adminstration:
Freidy Lazala

SOUTHWEST REGION

Regional Center Director:
Lydia Gomez-Martinez
Title: Program Analyst, MM&P Team-Buss. Serv. Grp.-ATO CSC

(817) 222-4947
SW.RCD@NHCFAE.ORG

Deputy Regional Center Director:
Jean Droz

Director of Resources:
Rose Dailey

Director of Administration:
Vacant

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