I thought about tackling this monumental question by adding a list of accomplishments (probably short), activities (while fascinating to me maybe not so relevant), and inspirational stories (too long). Then I realized my passion for changemaking really comes down to two basic experiences: the influence of my family, and my work at Ashoka and Changemakers. My parents passed on and influenced me with two sets of traits: an analytical and intuitive perspective on the world, and a creative penchant for architecture and planning. While these had criss-crossed in my education and work throughout my life, it wasn't till Ashoka that these blended together into a profession of "changemaking"; or better said, a place where I can balance my impatience for creating new things with a team and platform that "thinks big and gets stuff done". I'm particularly inspired by the disruptive and amplifying opportunities that open innovation and online platforms can bring to Ashoka's vision, and drive for systems change.
Merida, Yucatan. I spent the first 5 years of life there, and while I can't necessarily piece together my collective thoughts and impressions as a three-year old, the photos, stories from my parents, and the few but vibrant personal memories always leave me with a pleasant state of place and history.
More recently, Montreal and Vancouver Canada. My first trip didn't happen till 2 years ago, but I've had already had incredible memories and experiences in both; in Montreal with some of my closest friends over a long weekend, and Vancouver now several times, spent with my other close friends at Changemakers. And did I mention I've become a fan, afficionado, and respectful supporter of hockey?
Oh, and always have a connection to Texas, consistently a second home and a proud place to say I'm from
Tito is a member of Ashoka Changemakers—an online community that “open sources” innovative solutions to problems worldwide. As Managing Partner, Tito brings his experience in mobilizing online and offline networks of social innovators, designing open innovation platforms, and community collaboration in both the citizen and corporate sectors. Tito has led projects with clients like Nike, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and the Omidyar Network to help source and connect social innovators with impactful opportunities.
Previously, Tito spent 4 years with Ashoka’s Global Fellowship team, helping build the infrastructure to support a global network of 2500+ Ashoka
Fellows.
Tito's previous experiences vary from tutoring with the "For the Love of the Children" program, to legal research for international law firms, to playing in international baseball tournaments. He graduated from The George Washington University with a B.A. in International Affairs and a concentration in International Economics.
