Hi, I’m Valerie Longoria, a Marketing Communications Intern at the Down Syndrome Association of Central Texas (DSACT). Originally from San Antonio, I moved to Austin to attend The University of Texas at Austin, where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Advertising with a minor in Business.
Alongside my work with DSACT, I serve as a Brand and Operations Manager at The Agency Initiative, a startup consulting firm in Austin. There, I support marketing and content efforts across initiatives including the book Courage Over Fear and the podcast The Drive Home. I also work as a Campaign Coordinator for Bars.com, where I help execute brand activations, coordinate event campaigns, and create engaging marketing content.
In my free time, I love exploring new restaurants around Austin, going to the movies, and spending time with my friends and family. You can usually find me out on a walk with my dog, Cherry, or hanging out with my twin sister.
