10/02/2026
🇸🇻🇺🇸 Celebrating 15 Years of Friendship, Partnership & Communit
On October 1, 2026, my husband, Cisco Rodriguez, and I had the honor of attending the 15th Anniversary and Benefit Reception of the Montgomery–Morazán Sister City Committee at the elegant Glenview Mansion in Rockville. I was honored to represent Cool & Associates, LLC, and Maryland Latinos Unidos (MLU) at this distinguished celebration.
I extend my sincere gratitude to Glenda Hernández-Tittle, Ph.D., for extending the invitation and hosting us at such an exceptional event. Your unwavering commitment to fostering a stronger relationship between Montgomery County and Morazán, El Salvador, and uniting our communities is deeply appreciated.
The evening commemorated 15 years of collaboration between Montgomery County, Maryland, and Morazán, El Salvador—a partnership that exemplifies the transformative power of connecting communities through cultural exchange, educational initiatives, economic development, workforce opportunities, and civic engagement.
It was a privilege to be among such distinguished leaders and community advocates, including Founders of Montgomery Sister Cities, Ike Leggett, former Montgomery County Executive, and Marc Elrich, Montgomery County Executive, who were in attendance.
Other Hispanic leaders in our community, such as Barbara Ebel, Candidate for Montgomery County Register of Wills, Ana Sol Gutiérrez – former Maryland State Delegate and trailblazer, Jessy Mejia, Latino Liaison, Office of Community Partnerships, Montgomery County Community Engagement Center, and Luis Manuel Botello, President, Media for Democracy Foundation, were also present.
As a Latina immigrant who has established my professional and community life in Maryland, I am particularly appreciative of the opportunities to honor our heritage and contribute to a more robust and interconnected Latino community.
The strength of the relationships we cultivate—between individuals, organizations, cultures, and communities—is truly remarkable. This is the work I am honored to continue.
Congratulations to the Montgomery–Morazán Sister City Committee on its 15 years of partnership and service!
¡Viva El Salvador!
¡Viva nuestra comunidad Latina!
🇺🇸 Here’s to continued collaboration and opportunity!
