Malia Garcia
About Malia Garcia
Malia Garcia is a Marketing Specialist and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Council Member at Verint, based in San Diego, California. She has extensive experience in various roles at Kiran Analytics and currently serves as a Court Appointed Special Advocate at Voices for Children, Inc.
Work at Verint
Malia Garcia currently serves as a Marketing Specialist at Verint, a role she has held since 2022. In addition to her marketing responsibilities, she is a member of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council, contributing to initiatives that promote inclusivity within the organization. Her involvement in the council began in 2020, and she leads the Education and Engagement Committee, focusing on strategies to impact marginalized communities.
Previous Experience at Kiran Analytics
Malia Garcia has extensive experience at Kiran Analytics, a Verint Company, where she worked in various roles from 2007 to 2022. She began her tenure as an Office Manager, later transitioning to positions such as Client Relationship Manager, Training Specialist, and Product Lifecycle Manager. Her roles spanned over 14 years, during which she developed skills in sales enablement and project management.
Current Role at Voices for Children, Inc.
Since 2023, Malia Garcia has been serving as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) at Voices for Children, Inc. In this role, she advocates for the needs of children in the foster care system, working to ensure they receive the support and resources necessary for their development. This position aligns with her commitment to supporting marginalized communities.
Education and Expertise
Malia Garcia earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Spanish Language and Literature from the University of San Diego, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. Additionally, she holds a certification in Whole Foods Nutrition from the School of Healing Arts, which she completed between 2011 and 2013. Her educational background supports her work in developing programs that empower young people through health and wellness initiatives.
Community Engagement and Initiatives
Malia Garcia has partnered with local and global NGOs to create holistic educational programs aimed at underserved youth. Her initiatives include the development of social entrepreneurship, health and wellness, and life skills programs. She focuses on formalizing integrated experiences into educational opportunities, demonstrating her commitment to community engagement and support for marginalized populations.