Craig Valdez
Craig Valdez (he/him) currently serves as the Deputy Director of Programs and Partnerships for New American Leaders, where he develops lasting partnerships with organizations across the country and recruits, plans, and executes the Ready to Lead and Ready to Win training programs to prepare and empower immigrants, refugees, and their allies to engage in our democracy. The proud son of immigrant parents from the Philippines, Craig witnessed firsthand the injustices and systemic barriers his family faced — propelling him to pursue a career in policy and advocacy work. Craig remains a steadfast activist for the Southern Nevada Asian American and Pacific Islander community, serving as the Chair of the Asian American Pacific Islanders Community Commission for Clark County, Nevada, bringing a deep commitment to uplifting marginalized groups all across the country. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a Master’s degree in Public Administration from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.