As the Compliance and Enterprise Risk Management Coordinator at Rice University, Maria plays a key role in supporting the Office of Ethics, Compliance, and Enterprise Risk (OECE). In this position, Maria is responsible for coordinating compliance and enterprise risk records, maintaining databases, compiling metrics, and supporting various initiatives aimed at enhancing awareness of compliance risk. With a strong focus on organization, written and visual communication, and strategic project execution, Maria contributes to the university's efforts in risk management while ensuring the OECE’s services run efficiently. Prior to this role, Maria served as the Assistant Director of MBA Recruiting at the Jones Graduate School of Business at Rice University. In that capacity, Maria led recruitment efforts, coordinated events, and managed relationships with prospective students, all while ensuring a seamless and professional experience for all stakeholders. Maria's diverse experience in higher education has equipped her with a strong ability to manage complex projects, prioritize effectively, and collaborate across various departments. Maria holds a bachelor's degree from The University of Texas at Austin.