Mario Chapa, Mep, Abcp
About Mario Chapa, Mep, Abcp
Mario Chapa is a Business Continuity Program Manager at LCRA, with extensive experience in emergency management and services. He has held various roles at organizations such as the American Red Cross and the Texas Division of Emergency Management over a career spanning nearly two decades.
Current Role at LCRA
Mario Chapa serves as the Business Continuity Program Manager at the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to ensure the continuity of business operations during emergencies. His work focuses on risk assessment, planning, and coordination with various stakeholders to enhance organizational resilience.
Previous Experience at Texas Division of Emergency Management
Mario Chapa held multiple positions at the Texas Division of Emergency Management. He worked as a Planner from 2010 to 2017, where he contributed to emergency planning efforts. He then served as Supervisor of the Local and Regional Plans Unit from 2017 to 2019, overseeing planning initiatives. His final role at the agency was as Unit Chief for Mass Care from 2019 to 2020, focusing on mass care operations during emergencies.
Experience at American Red Cross
Mario Chapa worked at the American Red Cross in various capacities from 2005 to 2009. He began as an Armed Forces Emergency Services Caseworker from 2005 to 2007, assisting military personnel and their families. He then transitioned to the role of Emergency Services Specialist, where he continued to support emergency response efforts until 2009.
Education and Academic Background
Mario Chapa earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Texas State University, where he studied from 2000 to 2003. His academic background in sociology provides a foundation for understanding community dynamics and the social aspects of emergency management.