Shaping National Policy and Leading Change
Zuraya Tapia-Hadley is a senior public affairs professional with over 15 years of experience in public policy, regulatory compliance, and management in both the public and private sectors. She is a well-respected leader in government affairs and advocacy, with a proven track record of guiding programs for C-level executives and leaders, establishing high-level alliances, and achieving positive results for a variety of clients and constituents.
Tapia-Hadley’s career has been marked by her deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, particularly in areas like improving relations between the United States and Mexico, and enhancing diversity in the legal and financial sectors. Her work has had a tangible impact, from creating international exchange programs to establishing small businesses. She has also played a pivotal role in improving diversity and inclusion in these sectors.
Tapia-Hadley has held several influential positions throughout her career, including Director of Development and Director of the Mexican American Leadership Initiative at the U.S.-Mexico Foundation, Vice President of Public Affairs at UPS, and Senior Director of Government Affairs at TelevisaUnivision. At each of these organizations, she has been instrumental in shaping public policy on Capitol Hill, advocating on behalf of her clients before the U.S. federal government and various Latin American governments, and managing relationships with national Hispanic organizations and stakeholders.
In addition to her impressive professional accomplishments, Tapia-Hadley is also actively involved in volunteer work. She is a member of the Board of Directors for the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) and Virginia Public Access Project. Her dedication to these organizations underscores her unwavering commitment to public service and community development.
Tapia-Hadley is a multi-lingual and multicultural professional who brings an interdisciplinary approach to her work. Her expertise in running national policy campaigns, designing and executing third-party engagement strategies, and advocating for clients before legislative and executive branches of government has made her a sought-after commentator on media platforms such as CNN en Español, Telemundo, NTN24, and Univision.
Zuraya Tapia-Hadley is a trailblazing leader in the field of public policy advocacy. Her unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion, coupled with her impressive track record of success, has made her one of the most respected professionals in her field. Through her work, she has inspired countless individuals to pursue careers in public service and has paved the way for future generations of leaders.
