Meet The Board
Leaders Committed to Empowering the Next Generation
Jacqueline N Hernandez
President
Jacqueline Hernandez is the founder and CEO of Entrepreneurial Empire Consulting. She is also the podcast host and author of the #1 Amazon best-seller, Entrepreneurial Empire. She has been featured in many publications and premiered as a guest judge on The Celebrity Apprentice.
With over 17 years of experience as a business development consultant across all industries, she has allocated resources and leveraged relationships to serve the community of young entrepreneurs. Coupled with her business partner and co-founder Faten Bazzi, they are forging a path filled with exposure, hands-on application, and cultivating the spirit of leadership within the youth of San Antonio.
Faten Bazzi
Vice President
Faten Bazzi the co-founder and COO of Entrepreneurial Empire Consulting is focused on enhancing performance and fostering growth through strategic planning and support. Her expertise in strategic planning enables her to collaborate closely with business owners, helping them set clear, actionable goals and implement efficient systems to achieve their objectives.
Her approach is designed to empower companies across various industries and ensure they reach their full potential. Together with her business partner and founder, Jacqueline Hernandez, she is paving the way for the youth of San Antonio by providing exposure, hands-on experience, and a strong emphasis on cultivating leadership skills.
Vanessa Richaud
Board Member
Vanessa Richaud, a native of vibrant Mexico City, began her entrepreneurial journey early, immersing herself in the business world and developing strong skills in accounting, bookkeeping, and management. Driven by her entrepreneurial spirit, she embarked on a quest to find her ideal venture in 2019. Despite the challenges of the global pandemic, Vanessa persevered, opening Chill N Nitrogen Ice Cream in San Antonio in July 2022.
At just 21, Vanessa achieved the remarkable milestone of becoming a franchise owner, making her a trailblazing Latina in the business world. Her story is one of resilience, determination, and success, marking her as a rising star in entrepreneurship. Vanessa also serves on the Y.E.S.! Youth Entrepreneurship Services board, bringing her expertise and passion for empowering young entrepreneurs.
Crystal Lopez
Board Member
Crystal Lopez is a Mortgage Broker with The Heart of Mortgage, bringing over 20 years of experience in helping clients achieve homeownership and supporting real estate professionals.
As a proud board member of Youth Entrepreneurship Services (YES), Crystal is dedicated to empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs. She believes in providing young people with the tools, skills, and mentorship they need to turn ideas into success. Through YES, she is committed to creating life-changing opportunities and building a brighter future—one young entrepreneur at a time.
Joseph Trevino
Board Member
I am a proud father of three and a lifelong advocate for education and community service. Born and raised on the west side of San Antonio, Texas, I attended Thomas Jefferson High School before moving to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1985. I later graduated from South Philadelphia High School in 1988 and went on to earn a Physics degree from Penn State University in 1992.
My passion for education and leadership led me to serve as PTA President at the campus level, where I was honored with a Texas PTA Leadership Award. I also had the privilege of serving as a school board member for NEISD, representing District 3, as well as an advisor for the Texas State Board of Education and the Department of Education.
In recognition of my dedication to service, I have been awarded two Presidential Volunteer Service Awards—one gold and one silver. I firmly believe in the importance of supporting and empowering the future business leaders of tomorrow, ensuring they have the tools and opportunities to succeed.
Matthew Belver
Board Member
From a small rural town in East Texas to Harvard University, the U.S. Navy, and law enforcement, Matthew Belver’s journey has been one of transformation and purpose. After earning his degree, he enlisted in the Navy as a submariner and nuclear power plant technician, later becoming a Naval Flight Officer. His military career included multiple deployments to Afghanistan and Southeast Asia, instilling in him a deep commitment to service. After leaving active duty, he joined the San Antonio Police Department, while continuing his military service in the Texas Army National Guard and later the U.S. Army Reserves, where he currently serves as a Master Sergeant.
Beyond his military and law enforcement career, Matthew and his wife own and operate five Aqua-Tots Swim Schools in San Antonio and Orlando, dedicated to teaching life-saving swim skills to children and families. With Master’s degrees in Criminal Justice & Public Policy (Arizona State University) and Education (Liberty University), he is passionate about mentorship, youth development, and community engagement. Whether through business, education, or service, Matthew remains committed to empowering others and shaping the next generation of leaders.
Meet The Junior Board Members
Samuel Torres
Junior Board Member
Jade Aguirre
Junior Board Member
Dashawn Davis
Junior Board Member