Carmen Ayala
About Carmen Ayala
Carmen Ayala is a Senior Career Pathways Analyst at Elemental Excelerator, where she has worked since 2022. She has a diverse background in communications, marketing, and academic coaching, with previous roles at PwC, College Track, and ALPFA.
Current Role at Elemental Excelerator
Carmen Ayala serves as a Senior Career Pathways Analyst at Elemental Excelerator, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing career pathways that align with the organization's mission. Her work contributes to creating equitable access to opportunities within the clean energy sector.
Previous Experience at Elemental Excelerator
Prior to her current role, Carmen Ayala worked at Elemental Excelerator in various capacities. She was a Communications Fellow from 2020 to 2021, where she contributed to communication strategies. She also served as a Communications Analyst, focusing on Equity & Access from 2021 to 2022, and held the position of Communications Intern for two months in 2020.
Professional Background at PwC
Carmen Ayala has held multiple positions at PwC. She started as a Start Intern in 2017 for two months and returned as a Start Master Intern in 2018 for another two months. Additionally, she worked as a Deals Intern in 2019 for two months. Her experiences at PwC provided her with insights into consulting and financial services.
Education and Academic Achievements
Carmen Ayala earned a Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing, graduating Cum Laude from San Francisco State University. She also completed a Minor in Race and Resistance Studies, reflecting her commitment to understanding social issues and their impact on communities.
Involvement in College Track and ALPFA
Carmen Ayala contributed to College Track as an Academic Coach from 2018 to 2019 and as a Student Recruiter Team Member in 2016. She also held leadership roles at ALPFA at San Francisco State University, serving as Director of Communications from 2019 to 2020 and Director of Recruitment in 2019. These roles involved mentoring students and promoting professional development.