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About us
CREO Consultants provide training and consultation services for all aspects of college, career, and life readiness including financial literacy.
Meet the team
Owner/Expert Consultant Jose L. Saldivar, Ph.D.
Founder/Expert Consultant Sofia Montero, M.B.A., M.Ed.
Founder/Expert Consultant Sofia Montero, M.B.A., M.Ed.
Dr. Saldivar is a native of Elsa, Texas, and has spent the last 20 years assisting first-year students as they transition to the university. He is an experienced facilitator and public speaker and has experience working with a variety of audiences including students, faculty, and parents. Dr. Saldivar holds a BA and MA from Stanford Unive
Dr. Saldivar is a native of Elsa, Texas, and has spent the last 20 years assisting first-year students as they transition to the university. He is an experienced facilitator and public speaker and has experience working with a variety of audiences including students, faculty, and parents. Dr. Saldivar holds a BA and MA from Stanford University and a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from UT Austin.
Founder/Expert Consultant Sofia Montero, M.B.A., M.Ed.
Founder/Expert Consultant Sofia Montero, M.B.A., M.Ed.
Founder/Expert Consultant Sofia Montero, M.B.A., M.Ed.
Ms. Sofia Montero is passionate about helping students pursue their dreams and lead a life with intent and purpose.
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Education in Counseling
- Bachelor of Science in Biology
- Texas Educator Certificate for School Counselor and Secondary Biology
- 20 years of Experience in both K-12 and Higher Education
EXPERT CONSULTANT Jaime Mancha M.Ed.
Founder/Expert Consultant Sofia Montero, M.B.A., M.Ed.
EXPERT CONSULTANT Jaime Mancha M.Ed.
Mr. Jaime Mancha is a native Texan, born and raised in Hidalgo County in deep south Texas. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he earned a B.A. in Communication and a Master’s degree in Counseling & Guidance from The University of Texas – Pan American with a focus in School Counseling, and is currently completing a Doctor of Education degree
Mr. Jaime Mancha is a native Texan, born and raised in Hidalgo County in deep south Texas. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he earned a B.A. in Communication and a Master’s degree in Counseling & Guidance from The University of Texas – Pan American with a focus in School Counseling, and is currently completing a Doctor of Education degree from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.
Mr. Mancha’s scholarly areas of interest include issues impacting first-generation students of color and accessibility for college students with disabilities. He has over 20 years of combined experience in K-12 and higher education and is currently a lecturer in the Learning Framework Program at UTRGV. Outside of his work, he enjoys spending time with his wonderful family, which includes his wife, Lisa, and their kids: Michael, Victoria, Anthony and Ryan.
Life and Financial Readiness
Life and Financial Readiness
Life and Financial Readiness
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