kind words from clients & partners
Cecilia Soriano, Director of Development, Margarita Muñiz Academy
“It has been my privilege to benefit from Beatriz’s generous and open-minded collegiality. A passionate woman with enormous integrity and clarity of purpose, she is committed to working hard for what she believes in. Working in nonprofit development, as a talented writer for many institutions, and as event organizer, she is creative and innovative, yet practical in her search for solutions. Most of all, Beatriz is a thoughtful, caring, congenial person with whom it is delightful to work.”
James Jennings, PhD., Professor Emeritus, Tufts University
“Beatriz is an individual committed to significantly improving the quality of life in communities of color for our children, families, and our collective future. Her research and writing skills, and working to support teams, will enhance continual progress forward towards racial equity and social justice for everyone.”
Veronica Robles, Founder-Director at Veronica Robles Cultural Center
“It has been a real pleasure working with Beatriz Abascal, her communications, organization, and her people skills are outstanding; she is reliable, and resourceful. She is excelente working under pressure.”
Clemencia Herrera, Founder, Moira Studio
“Beatriz has a gift for keeping projects on track while being compassionate with everyone involved. She has deep experience in working with Latinx people and has a vast network of connections within the community. Most of all, her passion and drive to move towards equity in our city and state is inspiring.”
Vanessa Calderón-Rosado, PhD., Chief Executive Officer, IBA Boston
“An engaged listener and an inclusive leader, Beatriz works to find synergies to produce holistic outcomes that are greater than the sum of their parts.”
Sarabjit Kaur, Director of Finance and Operations, Sociedad Latina
“ I have closely worked with Beatriz Abascal, as a Greater Boston Latino Network (GBLN) consultant, Beatriz plays a crucial role in coordinating all the activities and identifying resources for GBLN. Beatriz has a vast range of knowledge and experience in areas of relationship building, communications, development, and community organizing. Beatriz and I worked on numerous grants and coordinated the grant and financial reporting pieces together. She has a strong understanding of the relationship between Finance and Development teams. Beatriz is an asset to GBLN and to any organization that would like to take advantage of her skills.”
Marisol Amaya, Executive Director, La Alianza Hispana
“Working with Beatriz has been very exciting. She is full of energy and enthusiasm that is contagious. She is an excellent listener and committed to supporting the Latino community. It has been a pleasure working with Beatriz, a person who has a lot of passion for her work!”
Jen Douglas, Independent Researcher
“Beatriz communicated across clients and stakeholders with divergent concerns. She represented all parties faithfully, ensured that key information was shared, and was a dynamic participant in landing on solutions that worked for everyone.”
Iván Espinoza-Madrigal, Executive Director, Lawyers for Civil Rights
“Beatriz has expertly handled the growth and development of the Greater Boston Latino Network achieving measurable results -- across strategic, programmatic and development projects -- even in the midst of unprecedented pandemic challenges. Her ability to conceptualize and execute complex projects is truly exceptional. She has an impressive ability to coordinate work product and work flow on sophisticated projects with players across the private and public sectors. She has excelled at managing multiple competing priorities and navigating political dynamics with finesse. She works extremely well under pressure and tight deadlines. Her work style is particularly well-suited to seamlessly work with people at every level from junior staff to board members. A tremendous asset to any organization or team, she is highly productive and enormously effective.”
Frank Ramirez, Chief Executive Officer, East Boston Community Council