Hector Soliman Valdez
About Hector Soliman Valdez
Hector Soliman Valdez is the Sr. Community Engagement Manager at Flock Safety in Los Angeles, California, with a background in urban planning and extensive experience in public safety and transportation roles.
Current Position and Company
Hector Soliman Valdez currently serves as the Sr. Community Engagement Manager at Flock Safety. Based in Los Angeles, California, his role involves managing community-focused initiatives and fostering strong relationships with local stakeholders within the area.
Previous Roles at Flock Safety
Before his current role, Hector held multiple positions at Flock Safety. He worked as a Senior Customer Success Manager for 4 months in 2022, also in Los Angeles. Prior to that, he was a Customer Success Manager for two years from 2020 to 2022, where he contributed to enhancing customer experiences and success metrics within the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.
Career at Waze and Other Organizations
Hector has a diverse professional background, including a tenure at Waze as Partner Manager from 2019 to 2020 in the Greater Los Angeles Area. His earlier roles include serving as the Mobility Manager at Downtown Santa Monica, Inc from 2017 to 2019, and Associate Planner at San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) between 2016 and 2017. Hector also gained experience working at the Town of Miami Lakes, Florida as a Transportation Planning Coordinator from 2015 to 2016.
Educational Background
Hector Soliman Valdez holds a Master's Degree in Urban Planning from the University of Central Florida, achieved in 2014. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in International Relations and Affairs from Florida International University, where he studied from 2007 to 2012. Additionally, he participated in the Brazil Urban Planning Abroad Program at the University of Florida.
Early Career and Internships
Hector's career began with various internships and assistant roles. He worked as a Planning Intern at Orange County Public Schools from 2014 to 2015 and a Graduate Intern at Orange County Government in 2014. Earlier positions include Research Assistant at Walk to School Central Florida and Research Intern at City of Sunny Isles Beach, reflecting his commitment to urban planning and public safety from early in his career.
Passion for Public Safety and Transportation
Hector has consistently demonstrated a strong passion for public safety and transportation, especially within local government contexts. His various roles across different organizations highlight his commitment to improving urban mobility and safety for communities, making him a dedicated and experienced professional in his field.