Board of Directors
Leadership committed to responsible technology, community service, and lasting social impact.
A board shaped by purpose
TYPE Foundation is guided by a Board of Directors whose experience in technology, nonprofit service, finance, law, governance, and community impact supports the Foundation’s mission and long-term stewardship.
Board of Directors
Jorge Jerez, MBA
President & Chair, Board of Directors
Jorge Jerez is a Business Intelligence & Data Analytics leader with experience managing application development teams and driving digital transformation initiatives. He is the founder of TYPE SF, Inc., a technology company focused on developing and implementing digital transformation strategies, including custom application development, data solutions, and business intelligence. He has served for more than a decade in nonprofit leadership with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, where he helped lead technology initiatives focused on improving service to families in need. He also led the development of the Case Intake Platform, combining technology, operational data, and community service to make nonprofit assistance more accessible and efficient.
Natalia Arean, MPAcc
Member, Board of Directors — Finance
Natalia Arean is an accomplished financial executive with extensive experience in corporate finance, financial planning, cash-flow management, budgeting, and organizational stewardship. She currently serves as Chief Financial Officer of ForemostCo, where she helps guide financial strategy and long-term business performance. Natalia brings to TYPE Foundation a strong financial-management perspective focused on accountability, sustainability, and the responsible use of resources in support of the Foundation’s mission.
Maria Angelica Jerez, J.D.
Member, Board of Directors — Legal & Governance
Maria Angelica Jerez is an attorney with a background spanning law, public policy, government, and national-security-related work. She earned her J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center and her undergraduate degree from Princeton University. Her prior experience includes work with the U.S. Department of Justice, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and consulting in the intelligence sector. She brings to TYPE Foundation a perspective grounded in governance, legal analysis, public service, and responsible institutional decision-making.
Technology Advisory Board
TYPE Foundation’s Technology Advisory Board provides independent guidance on architecture, cybersecurity, scalability, resilience, and the responsible use of emerging technologies.
Edmundo Valdez
Member, Technology Advisory Board
Edmundo Valdez is Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of U.S. Century Bank, with extensive experience leading technology infrastructure, information systems, and digital innovation within the financial-services industry. His professional focus includes modernization, operational resilience, and the protection of sensitive information. As a member of TYPE Foundation’s Technology Advisory Board, Edmundo provides strategic guidance on technology architecture, cybersecurity, scalability, and the responsible deployment of digital solutions.
Open Advisory Seat
Information Security Expert
TYPE Foundation is seeking an experienced information security professional to strengthen the Technology Advisory Board. The ideal advisor will bring practical expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, data protection, governance, and secure technology operations, helping ensure that the Foundation’s platforms are designed and deployed responsibly.
Open Advisory Seat
Software Engineering & DevOps Expert
TYPE Foundation is seeking an experienced software engineering and DevOps professional to strengthen the Technology Advisory Board. The ideal advisor will bring practical expertise in software architecture, application delivery, cloud environments, CI/CD, automation, reliability, and scalable development practices to help guide the Foundation’s technology initiatives.
Help shape the next chapter
TYPE Foundation is actively seeking additional members for its Board of Directors as we build a diverse board with complementary experience, perspectives, and community connections. If you are passionate about technology and public service and would like to contribute your experience to our mission, we invite you to submit your interest through our Contact Us page.