Oscar Quiroz-Medrano

Oscar Quiroz-Medrano is a multifaceted community activist located in San Jose, CA.

He works as Political Education Coordinator for Somos Mayfair addressing systematic inequalities in the community. Oscar uses the voice of the community to create maps of anti-displacement policies caused by gentrification that will work as a role model for future generations.

Oscar also performs as a Venture Capital Scout for Rebel One looking for ways to create a more sustainable future around the world solving water scarcity and renewable energy solutions.

In addition to his work with Rebel One and Somos Mayfair, Oscar is a mentor at the Bronco Venture Accelerator for Santa Clara University. Through this mentorship, startups receive resources that help create incubators empowering them to obtain funding and execute projects.

In our conversation, Oscar reflects on the motivations behind his passion and actions to create a better world.

The song "Lofi in Coffee Shop" for this episode is composed by Simon Sharp and podcast editing is by 100fires.