Major Product/SVS:
Frozen Meals for Diabetic and Dialysis Patients
Favorite Business Publication:
Nephrology News; National Kidney Foundation Publications
Hobbies/Sports:
Spending Time with her Mother and Grandson
Education Degrees:
Coursework in Associate Degree Studies, Concentration in Chemistry, Valley Community College
Affiliations Awards:
National Kidney Foundation; Kidney Urology Foundation; American Association of Kidney Patients
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspects of her career are getting her product out to the public by working with food brokers, manufacturers and graphic designers and helping many people by obtaining the government's approval.
Charity:
Local Diabetes Association
Number Of Years In Profession:
8
Number Of Years In Current Position:
8
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her ability to place her meals in the market for diabetic and dialysis patients.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she has watched her mother, Mary Padilla, struggle with the disease and dialysis, which prompted her desire to utilize her 25 years of experience as a healthcare professional to help her mother as well as others with the disease.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Valadez has served as an oral surgical assistant for 25 years, and aided in the well-being of her mother, Mary.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Ensuring Food Quality for Diabetic and Dialysis Patients
Education Certifications:
Licensed X-Ray Technician; Certified Oral Surgical Assistant; Certification in Office Anesthesia
Awards/Honors:
Cambridge Who's Who; Certificate of Appreciation, Inland Empire Center for Entrepreneurship; Knights of Columbus Squires