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Alejandra Campoverdi

  • Former White House Deputy Director of Hispanic Media for President Barack Obama
  • Founder & CEO of the First Gen Fund
  • Founder of Latinos & BRCA
  • Bestselling & Award-Winning Author ‘First Gen’

From the daughter of an immigrant single mother to the Obama White House, Alejandra Campoverdi has built a career breaking barriers and helping others do the same. A bestselling author, former White House aide, and nonprofit founder, Campoverdi is a leading voice on social mobility, belonging, and the hidden emotional cost of being the first in your family to pursue a different future.

As the author of the award-winning bestseller First Gen, Campoverdi has sparked meaningful conversations as a keynote speaker at global firms, national conferences, and more than 100 colleges and universities nationwide. Drawing on her master’s degree from the Harvard Kennedy School and her role as White House Deputy Director of Hispanic Media under President Barack Obama, Campoverdi explores the pressures of navigating unfamiliar spaces, balancing family and societal expectations, and defining success on your own terms. Through her nonprofit the First Gen Fund, she provides direct relief grants to first generation/low income college students, helping remove barriers that stand between talent and opportunity while empowering the next generation to reach their dreams.

Campoverdi's passionate advocacy also extends to women's health and breast cancer awareness as the founder of Latinos & BRCA and producer of the PBS documentary Inheritance. Bringing together storytelling, public service, and a commitment to expanding opportunity, Campoverdi dynamically engages audiences with a nuanced perspective on identity, earned wisdom, and what it truly means to succeed without leaving any part of you behind.

 
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Past Hosts Include:
  • National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA)
  • TIAA
  • Comcast
  • Davis Polk & Wardwell
  • Southeastern Association of Educational Opportunity Program Personnel (SAEOPP)
  • Metro United Way
  • California Charter Schools Association
  • FOX
  • The Puente Project
  • Chrysalis Foundation
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We were honored to host Alejandra Campoverdi as our keynote speaker for the 30th annual Leadership Conference. Her keynote was both inspiring and relatable. Alejandra brought an authentic and powerful voice that deeply resonated.
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"Alejandra was an inspirational keynote speaker...her warmth, humor, intellect, and authenticity captivated our audience."

-California Charter Schools Association

"Alejandra created such a thoughtful and engaging conversation for our community. Her openness around being a ‘First and Only,’ the Trailblazer Toll, and navigating success without a roadmap resonated deeply with our members and sparked meaningful reflection around our own experiences."

-DEMANDBASE

"Alejandra didn't just give a speech—she built a bridge for our students to see what is possible."

-Austin Community College
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Book Event First Gen: A Memoir with Author Alejandra Campoverdi - Get Sharable Link
Talks & Conversations with Alejandra Campoverdi
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Author Talk: ‘First Gen’

Referencing her national bestselling and award-winning book First Gen, ALEJANDRA CAMPOVERDI shares her story as a ‘First and Only’ raised by a single mother who then went on to work in the West Wing of the Obama White House. A deep dive into themes of belonging, inheritance, and aspiration, Alejandra provides a timely discussion on social mobility that is authentic and real. Whether or not they are first gen themselves, audiences will leave feeling seen and inspired.

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Storytelling as Strategy

ALEJANDRA CAMPOVERDI gives a though-provoking and engaging talk on the power of authentic storytelling to create connective tissue that drives success, whether for educators, business leaders, creatives, or c-suite executives. She shares her personal breakout moments related to storytelling in diverse fields such as national politics, publishing, and media. This discussion is filled with inspiring stories and practical takeaways.

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Women & Health

A leading national voice on breast cancer whose own personal story has inspired others to take action, ALEJANDRA CAMPOVERDI brings a wealth of experience and insight into conversations about women and health. As seen in the Washington Post and LA Times, Alejandra’s own journey as a BRCA mutation carrier and breast cancer survivor provides a compelling narrative, as well as catalyzed her vocal advocacy as the founder of Latinos & BRCA and the producer of the PBS documentary Inheritance. Ideal for those championing empowered health.   

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Hosting & Moderation

An accomplished and sought-after speaker, host, and interviewer, ALEJANDRA CAMPOVERDI is known for bringing energy and grace to high-profile events and conferences. Whether interviewing Selena Gomez for the cover of Vogue Mexico or moderating a plenary for the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, Alejandra fosters nuanced conversations that are engaging and meaningful. Her extensive background in media and communications ensures a dynamic experience for audiences of all sizes. 

Books by Alejandra Campoverdi
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