Meet Our Board Members

Board Chair
Roberto Haddad
Mr. Haddad has proudly served on the Hope Board since 2017. He served as Vice Chair in 2020 and is currently serving his third term as Chairman, having been first elected in 2021. As Chair, Robby has helped steer the organization through the COVID-19 pandemic and through an unexpected leadership transition, has overseen the expansion of the clinic into the Mid-Valley, and has raised over $1.1M for clinic operations.

Vice Chair
Jesus Ozuna
Mr. Ozuna has been a member of Hope's Board as Vice Chair
since 2021. He is a well-known and respected professional who has spent the last 16 years working at local and state levels. Jesse has been passionate about serving and working with various non-profit and civic organizations to help spread awareness about services available to families that live in underserved communities.

Board Member
Cynthia Beltran
Mrs. Beltran started her service term as a Hope Board member in 2023. She plans to use her time and willingness to serve to highlight all the great work that HOPE Family Health Center does in the Rio Grande Valley. She has given back to her beloved community in many ways and is passionate about education, volunteering, and mentoring.

Board Member
Jessica Martin
Dr. Martin started her service term in 2023; she is honored to be a member of Hope's Board of Directors and looks forward to working with the community and building a vision to create a strong educational enterprise committed to learners, physician faculty, and staff. Dr. Martin has 20 years of experience in hospital administration, research, and medical education.

Board Member
Faith Escobar
Mrs. Escobar was inducted into Hope's Board of Directors in 2022, bringing years of healthcare, business development, and marketing experience with her. She feels honored and enjoys being a part of such a special organization that serves a community near and dear to her heart. She appreciates Hope's efforts and is dedicated to helping spread awareness and health to her Rio Grande Valley Natives.

Chair Community Awareness & Marketing Committee
Sofia Hernandez
Miss. Hernandez has been a part of Hope's Board of Directors since 2021. She has more than 25 years of experience working in health care and public policy.
Miss. Hernandez also led a non-profit before starting her term with Hope Family Health Center, and has a very strong passion for serving the community.

Board Member
Priyanka Patel
Mrs. Patel has been a member of Hope's Board since 2021. She has many years of experience and education in Healthcare Administration. Mrs. Patel has a passion for giving back to her community and feels that it is her duty, as it has given her so much.

Treasurer
David Sotelo
Mr. Sotelo has been a member of Hope's board of Directors since 2021, has years of experience with Telehealth, and is dedicated to improving healthcare access and quality of life in the RGV. He actively volunteers and supports local organizations that focus on community development, education, and empowerment.

Board Member
Marla Sandoval
Ms. Sandoval started her service term as a Hope Board member in 2022. She is driven and passionate about giving back to her community and expanding healthcare services for our region. Ms. Sandoval has years of experience in Marketing, Business, and Healthcare. She volunteers at local nonprofits and community organizations.