Vanessa Garcia brings over 20 years of leadership experience and a deep personal commitment to the communities Carry The Vision serves.

As Managing Director, HR Business Partner at Ultra Clean Technology, she leads global HR strategy across international operations, overseeing talent development, culture, workforce planning, and executive leadership. Before UCT, she spent 12 years with West Valley Staffing Group, managing major client accounts including Tesla and NVIDIA.

Vanessa also serves as a volunteer host for CTV’s podcast, Uncomplicating the System, helping amplify the voices of individuals and families impacted by the criminal justice system. Her personal journey supporting her incarcerated brother gives her a lived understanding of CTV’s mission and fuels her passion for advocacy, healing, and community impact.

She believes every person carries dignity and lives by the motto: “If not me, who?”

Daniel Chavez is a Drug and Alcohol Counselor and emerging leader in reentry and recovery services, whose work is deeply shaped by his lived experience within the justice system. His personal journey of transformation informs his commitment to supporting justice-impacted individuals on their paths to recovery, stability, and long-term success within their communities.

Daniel holds an Associate of Science degree in Alcohol and Drug Studies from San Jose City College, where he earned Dean’s List honors from 2023 to 2025. He completed his clinical internship at Momentum for Health – Parisi House on the Hill, a residential treatment program serving women and families affected by substance use disorders, where he gained hands-on experience in both treatment delivery and client-centered care.

Daniel brings a powerful and authentic voice to board service, offering both professional expertise and lived insight into the challenges of incarceration and reentry.

He is passionate about advancing equitable access to treatment, reducing recidivism, and supporting programs that create pathways to healing, stability, and long-term success for justice-impacted individuals and their families.

Rickey Goins Jr. is a dedicated Lead Re-Entry Case Manager III with Goodwill of Silicon Valley, where he supports program participants through barrier removal, job readiness, and long-term stability. Based in San Jose, he brings a strong background in case management, communication, data tracking, and community-centered service. His work focuses on helping people move forward with dignity, structure, and practical support.

Rickey’s career reflects a deep commitment to service and equity. With experience in education and a passion for addressing systemic injustice, he has developed a thoughtful approach to helping individuals and families navigate complex challenges. He is especially skilled at building effective systems that improve outreach, strengthen communication, and keep participants connected to the resources they need.

Known for his organization, compassion, and ability to balance mission with efficiency, Rickey values making the most of every resource. He believes meaningful impact comes from consistency, accountability, and genuine care for the people being served. His professional path continues to be guided by a desire to create opportunities, foster growth, and contribute to stronger communities.