Get to Know… Yasmin Aponte

“I know how important it is to have support during tough times. As an immigrant, I have seen how challenging it can be to navigate healthcare or legal services, especially when English is not your first language. I enjoy helping others and making a positive impact on those who need it most.

Experience

  • Yasmin assists North Carolina Medicaid beneficiaries who have questions or are experiencing issues with their care.
  • Before joining the Advocacy Center in September 2024, Yasmin was an Account Manager with Bakery Agency, where she worked on launching a Dominican airline, acting as a link between the creative team in Austin and the marketing team in the Dominican Republic. She also has over a decade of experience in marketing and customer service.

Education

  • Universidad Alejandro Humboldt (Caracas, Venezuela), Bachelor of Arts in Advertising and Marketing
  • Instituto Universitario de Nuevas Profesiones (Caracas, Venezuela), Associate Degree in Marketing