Annalisa provides strategic and operational support to the Amarillo EDC leadership. In her role, she serves as a liaison connecting the community, local businesses, and the AEDC, and is responsible for building productive working relationships with local, regional, and state workforce and economic development organizations in the advancement or execution of sector-based workforce development strategies. She previously worked for Valero Energy Corporation. Annalisa earned an associate degree along with multiple certifications in Business Technology from Amarillo College and is continuing her education through West Texas A&M University. She’s an active supporter of United Way of Amarillo & Canyon and enjoys volunteering at High Plains Food Bank. Annalisa served on the Amarillo Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Board and currently serves on the Amarillo College Business Leadership Council. She is married to her husband, Christopher, and has a happily blended family of three children.