LEADERSHIP
Gaby Moreno / Executive Director
Gaby Moreno brings over a decade of experience leading international teams in media and marketing, with a career that spans mass media in Mexico, global brand strategy in consumer packaged goods, and LATAM expansion for e-commerce software. Originally from Mexico, with family roots in Nayarit, Gaby has been connected to Human Connections for years serving on the board of directors, offering strategic guidance, and championing the mission through her work in storytelling and social impact. In 2025, following a pivotal moment for the organization, she presented a renewed vision for Human Connections and was unanimously appointed Executive Director. Gaby now leads the organization into its next chapter with a focus on sustainable growth, operational clarity, and deeper partnerships, driven by her belief that purpose and strategy must go hand in hand.
EMAIL: gaby@humanconnections.org
Kevin Donnelly / Advisor
Kevin is a life-long educator and learner who has lived in various parts of Latin America as well as in Europe and Africa. After completing a Ph.D. in colonial studies from the Department of Spanish and Portuguese at New York University, he worked as an academic at the University of Washington, and later headed world language departments at two different independent schools in the New York City area. In 2018, he moved to Mexico to help launch a technology company based in Guadalajara, and joined Human Connections in 2022. His deep regard for the people and cultures of Mexico and his belief in the power of ethical and empathic travel inspire his work every day.
EMAIL: kevin@humanconnections.org
Mariana Garcia / Board Treasurer
Mariana was raised in Tijuana, Mexico and San Diego, California and holds a masters degree in Sustainable Economic Development and Responsible Management from the United Nations University in Costa Rica, and an undergraduate degree in International Studies and Latin American Studies from the University of San Francisco. She spent most of her career working in the public sector, specifically in Economic Development providing small business assistance and facilitating strategic development projects to improve local economies. Her passion for sustainable economic development has driven her to volunteer for a non-profit organization that empowers local communities while fostering conversations that shift perspective and increase understanding.
Claudia Santos / Director of Operations & Partner Relations
Claudia was raised in Guadalajara and graduated in International Relations. She is fluent in French, English and Portuguese, and studied two certificate programs in English & Spanish translation. She served as a professional and freelance translator for 10 years. Performed as certified translator for a year. She gained international, cultural and social experience from traveling and living in France, Quebec, New Zealand and Australia. Claudia acquired reconnaissance of diverse social actors from participating in school programs and volunteering with non profits related with rural and indigenous communities. Her professional background is linked with culture, languages, translation, administration and tourism. She joined HC in 2019, and has been passionate about contributing to a social project focused on empowering local communities while promoting empathy, diversity and compassion among its participants.
EMAIL: claudia@humanconnections.org
Mauricio Domínguez / Tours Manager
Mau is a seasoned tourism professional with a wealth of international experience spanning over a decade, encompassing a diverse array of roles with a core focus on customer service and satisfaction. He deeply values the opportunity to earn a living with purpose, striving to contribute to a better world through meaningful human connection. Through his work with Human Connections, he is able to share the organisation's values as well as Mexican culture with people from different parts of the world. He is genuinely grateful for the opportunity to do this work in his lifetime, and he is excited to see what the future holds.
EMAIL: mauricio@humanconnections.org
Allie Olvera / Student Programs Director
Allie joined Human Connections in 2025 and brings 15 years of experience building and facilitating study abroad programs to direct the organization’s Global Education Trips. Originally from the United States, she has worked across 5 continents and has led over 65 experiential education trips, with a focus on socially responsible travel. Her background includes work with nonprofits, education institutions, citizen diplomacy initiatives, and third party study abroad providers. Allie has an MA in International Education Management from the Middlebury Institute of International Studies in Monterey and was awarded the prestigious U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship.
EMAIL: allie@humanconnections.org
Anabel Anduaga | Marketing & Communications Manager
Originally from Mexico, she joined Human Connections in 2025 after living abroad, inspired to share the richness of her culture with travelers. As Marketing & Communications Manager, she brings the organization’s mission to life through storytelling, highlighting the voices of local partners and the meaningful connections created through responsible travel.
With over 20 years of experience in content creation, journalism, and digital strategy, she has led editorial and communication projects across Mexico’s media and tourism industries. She believes travel is an opportunity to learn, connect, and contribute positively to communities. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring new cultures and ways of life.
EMAIL: anabel@humanconnections.org