Ernesto Aguilar
Born in East Houston, Ernesto Aguilar’s life was transformed one night as a teenager, when he accidentally discovered public media. That brush with visionary culture informed a career in media rooted in creating opportunities for all Americans.
Whether it is representing a diversity of media outlets or leading content initiatives, Aguilar’s attention is on democracy, inclusion and engagement. These endeavors began with journalism in Houston and continue with leadership today at KQED in San Francisco.
A Robert C. Maynard Institute for Journalism Education Fellow (Advanced Leadership), Sulzberger Executive Leadership Fellow and Online News Association Leadership cohort selection, Aguilar holds a degree in journalism, with minors in sociology and Women’s Studies, as well as a Management and Leadership Certification from the University of Houston and a Nonprofit Fund Development Certification from Rice University.