Arturo Juarez spearheads NextGen’s broadband and digital equity policy portfolio, and was responsible for the implementation of NextGen’s now sunsetted legacy program, Connect Corps. His work includes leading state wide telecom advocacy and policy efforts focused on universal access, affordability, equity, as well as literacy & navigation. His responsibilities have also included program management, partnership cultivation, and organizational growth initiatives.
Arturo started his career in the private sector, working for a multinational investment and financial services company, where he managed a five hundred million dollar investment portfolio, before transitioning to the nonprofit sector where he has held roles in advocacy, fundraising, and partnership development. Prior to joining the NextGen Policy team, Arturo worked for the Biden/Harris Presidential Campaign as a Regional Director, helping get out the vote in several battleground states during the 2020 election.
Arturo is a first generation college student, and holds a Bachelor’s degree from California Lutheran University, and a Master’s Degree from the University of Chicago in International Relations with an emphasis in security and economic development. In his spare time, he enjoys running, reading, exploring our nation’s national parks, and spending time with his family. He is fully bilingual and can read, write, and speak Spanish.
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