Corina Isabel Zepeda

Corina I. Zepeda is a respected workforce development strategist, executive speaker, and community builder with more than a decade of experience designing systems that connect education, industry, and community priorities. As the Founder and Principal Consultant of Corina Isabel Innovative Collective, she is known for her ability to translate complex workforce challenges into clear, scalable strategies that deliver measurable outcomes. Her core areas of expertise include workforce development, education-to-industry alignment, talent pipeline strategy, and community-based economic development, with a focus on creating sustainable solutions that benefit both employers and workers.

Corina’s career spans leadership roles across higher education, nonprofit, and entrepreneurial environments, where she has consistently advanced innovative workforce initiatives. Her work includes spearheading employer training partnerships at Texas State Technical College, advising on apprenticeship and customized training programs, and contributing to the development of Austin Community College’s Mobility & Infrastructure career pathways. Through Corina Isabel Innovative Collective, she provides strategic consulting, program design, and operational guidance to organizations throughout Texas, helping them secure grant funding, align credit and non-credit education pathways, and build strong employer partnerships—particularly within high-growth sectors such as manufacturing, infrastructure, and aerospace. One of her most notable professional achievements is the successful launch and growth of her consultancy, which has become a trusted partner for organizations seeking to scale workforce impact with clarity and purpose.

Beyond her professional work, Corina is deeply committed to civic engagement and community leadership. She is actively involved with chambers of commerce, educational institutions, and regional workforce organizations, and serves as a founding member of the Hutto Organization for Latino Advocacy (HOLA!), where she helps amplify underrepresented voices and expand economic opportunity. Her leadership is grounded in the values of authenticity, service, collaboration, and impact, guiding both her professional and personal endeavors. Outside of work, Corina is passionate about entrepreneurship, supporting local businesses, and community building, including the launch of a catering venture with a colleague. She credits her growth to mentors and community leaders who emphasized accountability and service, as well as to hands-on leadership experiences that continue to shape her mission-driven approach to creating lasting, community-centered workforce solutions.

• Ashford University - BS

• TOP 100 Growth Achiever

• Hutto Community Education Advisory Board

• City of Hutto