Marlyn Carrillo is a first-generation fronteriza from El Paso, Texas with a background in journalism, public affairs and digital media strategy. She currently serves in the Public Affairs Department at the San Diego County Water Authority, working on initiatives to strengthen public trust, promote water reliability and highlight the agency’s commitment to serving 3.3 million residents across the region. Her work experience prior to the Water Authority includes serving as Marketing Director at Athenian Group, Communications Director at the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce and Press Secretary for the U.S. House of Representatives.

Reappointed by Mayor Todd Gloria to the City of San Diego Commission on the Status of Women, Marlyn continues her advocacy for equity, representation and civic engagement. She is also the founder of a women’s art collective connecting creatives in more than twenty cities, and she remains deeply engaged in advancing cultural and civic initiatives that empower women and immigrant communities.

Marlyn thanks her sponsors Wendy Urushima-Conn, Susan Davis and Nikki Clay.