Dr. Alise Cortez

Delighted to join the Conscious Capitalism Dallas chapter and expand and nurture membership among individuals and companies in the DFW area. Perfect expression to my belief in doing business that betters the world!

Raising awareness about Namaste Direct's work in Guatemala. Raising funds and donations to help more Guatemalan women entrepreneurs to rise from poverty to empowerment.

About my volunteer role: Emcee'd the beautiful black tie formal evening fundraising event in April and led a team in September of 4 volunteers to act as receiving ambassadors of 1,300 primarily Spanish speaking patients seeking free healthcare to learn their medical needs and situate them to the right line of medical care professionals. A real privilege that truly touched my life!

About the organization: HELPS International’s mission is to provide enduring programs of practical, social… Show more

About my volunteer role: Emcee'd the beautiful black tie formal evening fundraising event in April and led a team in September of 4 volunteers to act as receiving ambassadors of 1,300 primarily Spanish speaking patients seeking free healthcare to learn their medical needs and situate them to the right line of medical care professionals. A real privilege that truly touched my life!

About the organization: HELPS International’s mission is to provide enduring programs of practical, social and spiritual value to the people in the developing world through a system of partnership and mutual responsibility.

The HELPS’ journey started in 1981 during Guatemala’s internal conflict. The Guatemalan government contacted private US groups to see if those group could bring aid to Guatemala, which in turn was put into contact with investment banker Stephen Miller and 50 or so others who subsequently went to Guatemala on a fact finding trip.

HELPS was incorporated in 1984 and its programs have since developed into an integrated developmental philosophy. Currently the program is an integrated program involving four main areas of education, healthcare, economic development and home transformation utilizing award-winning ONIL products. Show less

Part of a diverse community group of professionals, we work together to understand the school feeder pattern needs of Woodrow Wilson High School, identify useful projects, and find ways to fund those projects. It's a thing of beauty!

With a mission to "build strong strong kids, strong families, strong communities," I am proud to serve on the Board of the YMCA at White Rock. Having joined the Board of Management (as a volunteer) at the YMCA at White Rock in January 2009, I began my service as a contributing member of the Communications and Community Support committee. My first initiative was to co-chair a fundraising golf event. Over time, I worked with the committee members to develop partnerships with the local media… Show more

With a mission to "build strong strong kids, strong families, strong communities," I am proud to serve on the Board of the YMCA at White Rock. Having joined the Board of Management (as a volunteer) at the YMCA at White Rock in January 2009, I began my service as a contributing member of the Communications and Community Support committee. My first initiative was to co-chair a fundraising golf event. Over time, I worked with the committee members to develop partnerships with the local media and business community to evangelize the work of the YMCA.

From February 2013 to January 2014, I had the privilege to serve as Chairman of the Board of Management, working with 35 talented and dedicated community members to support the mission of the YMCA at White Rock. Among other things, we are engaged in a capital fundraising campaign to raise $13 million for our new 38,000 square foot facility. In this initiative, I have immensely enjoyed further connecting with my community and meeting amazing donors who support the YMCA's new facility. Show less

Lakewood Service League is comprised of approximately 150 East Dallas women who dedicate themselves to raising money for and serving the interests of charities that advance the economic, cultural, and civic interests of the community. As the two-time chair of one of the league's three annual fund raisers, I recruited and managed a team of 35 committee women. Together, we created and successfully executed the annual Walk Wag & Run, an outdoor healthy event in October (with a Halloween theme)… Show more

Lakewood Service League is comprised of approximately 150 East Dallas women who dedicate themselves to raising money for and serving the interests of charities that advance the economic, cultural, and civic interests of the community. As the two-time chair of one of the league's three annual fund raisers, I recruited and managed a team of 35 committee women. Together, we created and successfully executed the annual Walk Wag & Run, an outdoor healthy event in October (with a Halloween theme) that attracted more than 3,000 participants across these three venues: Run Your Tail Off 5K/10K, Howl-O-Ween Kids Fair, and Walk & Wag 3K Dog Walk and Activity Course. We raised a net of $16,000 in 2007 and a net of $26,000 in 2008.

From June 2010 to May 2011, I enjoyed my role as President in the privilege of encouraging and supporting Board and General members to lend their talents and time to the interests of this fine 28-year old organization. Show less

As the staffing/recruiting special-interest organization of SHRM, Staffing Management Association boasts a couple hundred members in the DFW metroplex. We host luncheons with interesting speakers to keep our members up to date with current HR issues, encourage networking at happy hour events, and organize strategic thinking panels during the year. My role is to scout for professional development and diversity learning and participation opportunities and apprise our members of such… Show more

As the staffing/recruiting special-interest organization of SHRM, Staffing Management Association boasts a couple hundred members in the DFW metroplex. We host luncheons with interesting speakers to keep our members up to date with current HR issues, encourage networking at happy hour events, and organize strategic thinking panels during the year. My role is to scout for professional development and diversity learning and participation opportunities and apprise our members of such opportunities.

In addition, I twice chaired the SMA's annual Diversity event. In this role, I planned and coordinated all activities of the event, including developing partnership relationships, recruiting panel speakers, procuring silent auction items to be sold at the event, managing the day's overall event, and moderating the panel of speakers. Show less

Working with other police-appreciating Dallas race professionals, together we created the White Rock 5K Run to benefit Dallas police and their families.

With more than 3,500 members across the greater Dallas area, the Dallas Running Club hosts a monthly club which generally attracts 700-1,000 participants. Results are professionally timed and awards given. My role each month is to secure all the necessary services (i.e., timing, medical, restrooms, building rental, police officers, parking, signage, awards) to support the race and to prepare and execute the registration process day of the race, all in a smooth and effective operational manner.