Brenda Soriano-Villa is an experienced professional currently serving as an Administrative Analyst in the Employee Benefits Division of the City of Long Beach, where responsibilities include supporting vendor relations and employee engagement. Brenda has held various roles, including Management Assistant in a rotational program across multiple city departments and College Excellence Program Intern at The Aspen Institute, focusing on data analysis and program coordination. Previous positions include leadership roles at the YMCA of Greater Long Beach, where Brenda directed rent relief efforts and coordinated community school programs, as well as involvement in youth leadership initiatives. Brenda earned a Master’s degree in Public Policy from the Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago and holds a Bachelor's degree in International/Global Studies from California State University, Long Beach, along with a degree in International Studies from Université Paris 8.