May 29, 2018 • Local News
El Paso Inc.: El Paso business leaders react
“Dr. Natalicio is a true pillar of our community, and for many years, has exemplified the excellence, talent and dedication that sets our border region apart. Her work with UTEP has meant that companies like ours are able to retain extremely accomplished local talent and can help students become more prepared for their future in the workforce. She is not only a champion of education for the students of our region, but also a true advocate for the border, an exemplary model of female leadership and a strong voice of empowerment for our community.”
– Mary Kipp, CEO, El Paso Electric
“Dr. Natalicio’s leadership and commitment to expanding higher education opportunities to a larger population are nationally recognized and deeply impactful. Her visibility as a powerful and highly visible woman leader is also inspiring and one other woman can model and emulate.”
– Joyce Wilson, CEO, Workforce Solutions Borderplex
“Dr. Natalicio has fostered an environment that prepares students to change the world. One only needs to attend the university’s commencement exercises when Natalicio invites first-generation college students, soon to be graduates, to stand up and be acknowledged. A vast majority of the sea of graduating students stand up, and in that moment, the purpose and impact of the institution that Natalicio has helmed for 30 years is overwhelmingly evident.”
– David Jerome, CEO, Greater El Paso Chamber of Commerce
“The departure of such an immensely talented and tenured leader will be deeply felt among the community, but we are certain that Dr. Natalicio’s legacy to create both access and excellence for the students of our region will remain.”
– Richard Castro and Eddie Rodriguez, Council on Regional Economic Expansion and Educational Development
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