Ricardo Henriquez
About Ricardo Henriquez
Ricardo Henriquez serves as the Director of Systems Change at the National Fund for Workforce Solutions, bringing over 15 years of experience in community organizing, social justice, and workforce development. Previously, he held leadership roles at various United Way organizations and has a strong background in building coalitions and promoting economic and racial justice.
Current Role at National Fund for Workforce Solutions
Ricardo Henriquez serves as the Director of Systems Change at the National Fund for Workforce Solutions. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to initiatives that focus on improving workforce development systems across the United States. In this role, he utilizes his extensive experience in community organizing and program design to promote effective solutions that address economic and racial justice.
Previous Experience at United Way Suncoast
Prior to his current role, Henriquez worked as the Vice President of Community Development at United Way Suncoast from 2019 to 2022. During his tenure in the Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida area, he led various community development initiatives aimed at enhancing social equity and economic opportunity for underserved populations.
Leadership at United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut
Henriquez held multiple positions at United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut. He served as the Director of Workforce Solutions Collaborative of Metro Hartford from 2017 to 2019, where he led efforts to improve workforce development strategies. Previously, he was the Senior Community Investment Manager from 2013 to 2017, focusing on community investment and resource allocation.
Background in Community Organizing and Journalism
Henriquez began his career as a community organizer at UNITE HERE, where he worked from 2009 to 2013. His earlier experience includes serving as a political journalist at Grupo Copesa in Santiago, Chile, from 1997 to 2001. This diverse background has equipped him with skills in advocacy, communication, and coalition-building.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Henriquez earned a Master of Arts in Management with a focus on Nonprofit Management from New England College, completing his studies from 2007 to 2009. He also holds a degree in Journalism from Universidad Catolica del Norte, where he studied from 1992 to 1996. His educational background supports his expertise in nonprofit leadership and community engagement.