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Velasquez began her career at SAWS as an internal auditor before moving into finance. In 2023, she became Vice President of Customer Experience and Strategic Initiatives where she oversees the Customer Service Group.

During her tenure in finance, Velasquez was responsible for all of SAWS’ accounting and financial reporting, while overseeing a budget in excess of $1 billion. Velasquez was also instrumental in the recently completed Rate Advisory Committee (RAC) process. During this time, SAWS customers have continued to have some of the lowest water bills in Texas, and SAWS has consistently earned AA+ financial credit ratings.

In addition to being a Certified Public Accountant, Velasquez is a Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor and a SANS GIAC Systems and Network Auditor. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree and a Master’s in Professional Accounting degree from the University of Texas at Austin. 

In 2022, Velasquez was recognized by the San Antonio Business Journal as a “40 Under 40” honoree and is a member of Leadership San Antonio Class 46. She currently serves on the board of directors for the Children’s Bereavement Center of South Texas and Any Baby Can of San Antonio.