Aiyana Rios is a Master of Social Work professional with over 16 years of experience in child welfare, government, and nonprofit sectors, specializing in child safety, contract monitoring, quality assurance, and project management. She is dedicated to advancing social welfare policies and best practices, with a strong track record of leading projects from development to implementation, collaborating with various stakeholders and governing bodies.
Aiyana is recognized for her problem-solving skills and her ability to foster collaboration, develop training tools, and streamline processes to enhance productivity. She is committed to strategic, outcomes-driven approaches that align with organizational goals. A passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, Aiyana draws on her experience as a leader to champion social impact and equity.
She holds a BA in Psychology and African American Studies from Loyola Marymount University and a Master’s in Social Welfare from UCLA. As a leader at ASC, Aiyana is focused on empowering organizations to drive meaningful change and achieve their social impact goals.
Cynthia Ear is a public service professional with over 10 years of experience working in the government and nonprofit sectors. Her “why” for entering this space is rooted in her refugee ancestry, where she experienced how mission-driven organizations can have an everlasting impact on the most vulnerable populations. She is dedicated to helping organizations, nonprofits, and social enterprises develop and implement strategies that drive positive organizational and social change.
Throughout her career, Cynthia has developed a reputation for leading successful projects from initiation through completion. She consistently approaches her work with a problem-solving lens, focusing on identifying actionable steps to drive each project forward. Cynthia has a knack for details, while also keeping a keen eye on developing productive stakeholder engagements to advance overall goals.
Her expertise includes portfolio and project management, operational efficiency initiatives, and leading cross-functional teams. Cynthia holds a BA in Psychology and in Management from the University of California, Irvine and a Master’s in Public Administration from the University of Southern California School of Public Policy.