Jesse Carrillo

Jesse is passionate about creating opportunities for underrepresented communities and has worked tirelessly to elevate the voices at the heart of the organizations he’s served. “My story is shaped by my upbringing and that includes the hardships I experienced alongside my family growing up. I knew that I needed to educate myself to do things differently and that evolved into educating others.”

Before joining Contigo Ed, Jesse served as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at EMERGE in Houston, Texas. While there, he expanded on and formalized the partnership program, working with admissions professionals from across the country. Prior to EMERGE, Jesse worked at YES Prep Public Schools as a teacher, college counselor, and Director of Alumni Transitions.  Jesse also serves as a financial advisor, primarily supporting educators.

A first-generation college graduate from El Paso, Texas, Jesse earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Notre Dame and a Master of Education from Harvard University. Now based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, he is enjoying exploring the mountains, finding new ways to slow down, and spending more time with family.