Erika Gutierrez Martinez
40 Under 40 Class of 2023
Laredo, Texas
Assistant Director
City of Laredo Health Department
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I passionately believe in serving my community through a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion to ultimately achieve health equity.
Three words to describe me:
passionate, genuine, empowering
The best part of my job:
collaborating with passionate and talented individuals to make a lasting impact that extends well beyond ourselves
Something that would surprise others about me:
As a Mexican folklorico dancer, I take great pride in expressing the vibrant essence of my culture through rhythmic movements and performances. In 2022, I had the esteemed opportunity to tour and perform in Colombia and Panama.
Erika Gutierrez Martinez serves as Assistant Director for the City of Laredo Health Department, working in administration for over 13 years with a focus on human resources, workforce development, fiscal management, and operations. She oversees the Health Equity Division and the Family Support Division, which connects children with special healthcare needs to services and resources, and serves on various committees that promote inclusivity and workforce development.
Erika has a diverse background in operations and management, entrepreneurial business consulting, logistics, marketing, fitness training, and folkloric dance. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Texas at Austin and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in management from Texas A&M International University, and will start a doctorate program in fall 2023. Her certifications include Human Resource Management (SHRM-SCP), Community Health (CHW) and Contract Management (CTCM).
