Type Of Business:
University
Marketing Area:
Local; National
Expertise:
University administration
Major Product/SVS:
Higher education for bilingual professionals
Education Degrees:
Doctor of Education, Atlantic University (2005), Master's Degree, Jose Maria Vargas University of Caracas, Bachelor's Degree, Jose Maria Vargas University of Venezuela
Industry:
Education Administration
State/Country of Origin:
Venezuela
Children's Names:
Erica, Lelis Jr., Angel, Fernando - Granddaughter Isabel
Date of Distinction:
8/25/2011
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
That I have always been a very simple person.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
Education
Spouse's Name:
Lelis Ortiz
Number Of Years In Profession:
26
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to the support of the men in her life, her father and her husband.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her familial connections in the education industry. Her mother founded The Jose Maria Vargas University in Caracas, Venezuela.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Parra has been involved in educational administration since she was 18 years old. Before becoming the president of Jose Maria Vargas University, she worked at various preschools and high schools. Dr. Parra has done public speaking and has had articles published as well.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Conducting meetings for university administrators; Developing future projects for the university; Creating new university positions and opportunities for professional growth; Directing community outreach efforts; Making major decisions that affect the future of the institution
Awards/Honors:
Distinguished Woman of the Year (2010), Distinction Award, Uruguay
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Dr. Parra plans to open another branch of the university and also open several preschools and vocational centers in south Florida. She feels that pre-K education is lacking in her area.