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Ruben Garcia currently serves as the Group Manager of Community and Engagement at Far North District Council since May 2022, leading multiple departments and managing various community services including libraries and customer service centers. Garcia has been a member of the ALGIM Executive Board since November 2019, contributing to professional development in local government fields. In addition, Ruben is an Adjunct Faculty member at Phoenix College and previously at Rasmussen University, where Ruben taught communication and design principles. Garcia has held various leadership roles in the Pickleball New Zealand Association, including Board Member and former President, and has experience in communications management at Ashburton District Council and Waimakariri District Council. With a Master's degree in Communication and Media Studies and a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic and Information Technology from Arizona State University, Ruben's educational background complements extensive experience in strategic leadership and community engagement.