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Maria Elena De La Garza: Leading with Authenticity, Building Systems That Generate Belonging, and more

Maria Elena De La Garza: Leading with Authenticity, Building Systems That Generate Belonging, and more

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In this episode, Thomas Sage Pedersen sits down with Maria Elena De La Garza, Executive Director of the Community Action Board, to explore what it means to lead with grace, authenticity, and service. Maria shares her journey from growing up in her family’s restaurant to leading one of the most community-rooted organizations in Santa Cruz County. Through stories of faith, mentorship, and the power of showing up, she reminds us that true leadership begins with healing ourselves and walking with our people—fiercely, humbly, and with love.

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