Catherine Francisco

Catherine Francisco is CEO of AAPI Chamber. She has over 30 years combined experience in management, fundraising, public and commercial media, business development, brand marketing and sales. She moved to Las Vegas in 2007 and immediately immersed herself in the community. Prior to leading AAPI Chamber, she was the Underwriter for Vegas PBS where she partnered with many non-profit corporations and for-profit corporations in helping them reach their mission and brand their philanthropic works. She has planned many citywide events benefiting underserved families and children. Catherine has fundraised millions throughout her career.

She holds a bachelor’s in business administration, an associate in Fashion Merchandising/Merchandise Marketing, a certificate in Radio & TV Broadcasting and in Event Management and Planning. She led the media committee for Southern Nevada Census 2020. She is on the Disparity Study Committee for Harry Reid International Airport and The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada.

She is a member of the Coalition for Cleaner Affordable Energy and a member of the Super Bowl host committee. She is also managing partner at The GoodWorkz, a business consulting and event production firm focusing on non-profits, foundations, corporate social responsibility, and strategic fundraising.