Profiles of Hispanics at EPA
At EPA, we protect human health and the environment every day. EPA's diverse workforce, which includes a wide range of specialists -- scientists, lawyers, economists, accountants, emergency responders, managers, inspectors, and communicators -- brings a balance of perspectives to bear on every challenge we face. We hope that these profiles will serve as an inspiration to others who are interested in protecting our planet. en español
Joel Corona, Senior Economist
Office of Water - Immediate Office
Washington, D.C.
I work for the Assistant Administrator and Deputy Assistant Administrator for Water on a variety of issues related to economics. Read more about Joel Corona.
Neftalí Hernández-Santiago, Environmental Scientist
Region 7 - Drinking Water Management Branch
Kansas City, KS
I work with state partners in Missouri to make drinking water safe for millions of residents in the region. Read more about Neftalí Hernández-Santiago.
Nadtya Y. Hong, Esq., Environmental Scientist
Office of International and Tribal Affairs - Latin America and Caribbean Team
Washington, D.C.
I manage environmental cooperation programs in the Latin American and Caribbean regions, with a special focus in the Andean region (Peru, Chile and Colombia). Read more about Nadtya Hong.
Gilberto "Tito" Irizarry, Director
Office of Land and Emergency Management - Preparedness & Response Operations Division
Washington, D.C.
I am the Director of the Office of Preparedness & Response Operations Division in the Office of Emergency Management. Read more about Gilberto "Tito" Irizarry.
Evelyn Rivera-Ocasio, Environmental Engineer
Region 2 - Caribbean Environmental Protection Division
San Juan, Puerto Rico
I’m the Assistant Regional Counsel at EPA’s Caribbean Environmental Protection Division. Read more about Evelyn Rivera-Ocasio.
Elias Rodríguez, Deputy Director of Public Affairs
Region 2
New York, NY
I’m the bilingual public information officer in Region 2, where I serve as the Deputy Director of Public Affairs and Chief of the Media Relations Branch. I also contribute regularly to EPA’s blog, Greening the Apple. Read more about Elias Rodríguez.