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What I’ve Learned About Starting a Nonprofit
By Jacob Martinez, CEO and Founder, Digital NEST As I look at 2021 in the rearview mirror, I’m reflecting on what I’ve learned and how
Local Leaders Rubén Dario Villa and Scott S. Smith Elected to NEST Board of Directors
Digital NEST is excited to announce the appointment of two new members to the Board of Directors. Rubén Dario Villa of the San José area
Learning to Be a Strong Latinx Community Leader
Written by Jacob Martinez, Founder & CEO of Digital NEST. With the fundraising season upon us, and Digital NEST’s recent seventh anniversary, I’ve been reflecting
COVID Response: Innovation and Quick Pivots – Interview with Dr. Michelle Rodriguez, Superintendent of Pajaro Valley School District
Conducted by Jacob Martinez, Founder & CEO of Digital NEST in October 2021. Last month, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Michelle Rodriguez,
Digital NEST Receives Largest Gift from Latino Donor Chavez Family Foundation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a 3-year grant to prepare youth in overlooked agricultural communities for technology careers WATSONVILLE, Calif. – October
The Critical Role of Human Resources in a Purpose-Driven Organization
WATSONVILLE, CA – September 7, 2021. For Immediate Release The Critical Role of Human Resources in a Purpose-Driven Organization. Digital NEST and Eliad Group have
Digital NEST Welcomes Dr. Antonia O. Franco As Its First Chief Operating Officer
WATSONVILLE, CA – August 26, 2021. For Immediate Release Former Board President becomes COO ahead of Digital NEST’s next phase of growth. Digital NEST is
How Our Culture Made Us Stronger: 1.5 Years Later
Written by: Jacob Martinez CEO of Digital NEST “COVID is picking up – we should pay attention to it,” I remember saying to board members
Have we prepared 2021 pandemic graduates?
Written By: Jacob Martinez Executive Director Digital NEST My son graduates high school this month and heads off to college in the fall. I’m both