Jose is the Parter Relations Associate for Empower Texans and manages the Texas Torchbearers. A Native Texan, Jose was born and raised in Houston. He graduated with a degree in Business from the University of Houston in 2014, with an emphasis in Marketing. While in college he volunteered on various campaigns and grassroots efforts as a member of the Young Conservatives of Texas. He worked as a Field Director and helped with Delegate Operations for Ted Cruz on his campaign for President of the United States. Jose is an avid runner, enjoys hiking and plays iPhone games in his spare time.