About ListoAmerica

Youth-powered learning environments that expand what technology can mean.

ListoAmerica’s mission is to empower youth from marginalized communities to explore ideas, develop new skills, and build confidence in themselves through the creative use of technology.

Inclusive and community-centered
Built around Passion, Play, Peers, and Projects
Operating in the U.S. and Mexico

Mission

Creative technology learning with dignity, belonging, and access.

By providing innovative and creative learning environments, ListoAmerica enables young people to work with mentors on projects fueled by a framework that emphasizes Passion, Play, Peers, and Projects.

The organization welcomes all youth regardless of race, religion, gender, disability, socioeconomic status, ethnic background, gender identity, or citizenship status.

What does “Listo” mean?

“Listo” means “ready” or “prepared” in Spanish, reflecting the organization’s mission through the name Latino Infusion into Science and Technology Opportunities.

ListoAmerica works to help youth become confident contributors to the 21st-century STEM workforce while preserving creativity, curiosity, and cultural connection.

Story

How the organization has grown.

About us

ListoAmerica Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to empowering youth from diverse and underserved backgrounds to become vital contributors to America's future workforce. The organization focuses on access, creativity, and belonging rather than one-size-fits-all instruction.

History

Since 2010, ListoAmerica has inspired, engaged, and empowered youth through innovative after-school programs in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. A pioneering partnership with the Mexican American Opportunity Foundation launched the first Clubhouse program in South Central Los Angeles. The work later expanded into Orange County and Riverside County. In 2023, ListoAmerica expanded to Mexico City first through collaboration with the Ministry of Culture in Mexico City. Today, the program is based at Comunidad MAPFRE-UP.

Leadership team

The people guiding the work.

Guillermo “Bill” Izabal, MHRM

President, Founder, and Chief Strategist

Bill serves as ListoAmerica’s managing director on a volunteer basis. After retiring from The Boeing Company as a human resources executive, he founded ListoAmerica and continues to help shape its long-term strategy.

He is also an active board member of the Mexican American Opportunity Foundation, with a BA in Business Administration from Loyola University Los Angeles and an MA in Human Resources from George Washington University.

Gustavo Madrigal, M.Ed

Director, Creative Tech Learning and Development

Gustavo leads ListoAmerica’s educational technology initiatives and was recognized as a 2021 Clubhouse Network Tech Fellow. He was also a finalist at MIT Reality Hack, where his team received honorable mention in the learning category for the Code Blocs learning app. He brings deep expertise in educational multimedia, design, and emerging technologies.

He also teaches educators at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, on the use of AI and XR (Extended Reality) for learning. Gustavo also contributes as The Clubhouse Network's XR consultant, focused on immersive learning experiences using emerging virtual and augmented reality technologies.

Ana Corro, MA in Spanish

Spanish Instructor

Ana leads Spanish and English cultural programs that support second-language learners. She is a native Spanish speaker based in Orange County and holds a master’s degree in Spanish from California State University, Fullerton.

Her family has also been part of the ListoAmerica community for years, bringing both academic expertise and lived connection to the work.

Eduardo Olmedo

Clubhouse Coordinator and Universal Specialist at SBX

Eduardo supports the SBX/ListoAmerica Clubhouse collaboration as a key point of contact for members, mentors, volunteers, and partner staff. He also helps oversee the day-to-day technology environment.

His role bridges ListoAmerica’s Clubhouse model with SBX Youth & Family Services’ mission in Moreno Valley.

Mexico City team

Creative technology leadership in CDMX.

Yurian Zeron, Electrical Engineer

Coordinator, Mexico City Clubhouse at Comunidad MAPFRE-UP

Yurian brings a strong background in electronic engineering, visual arts, and interdisciplinary invention. His work merges robotics, mechanics, electronics, performance art, and urban art.

With scholarships, artist residencies, and production collaborations across his career, he helps shape a Clubhouse culture centered on experimentation, making, and discovery.

Yin Annayanzy Rodriguez Lamas

Community Education and Social Impact Coordinator

Yin works in community education and social impact initiatives at Comunidad MAPFRE-UP in Mexico City. Her work focuses on program coordination, community engagement, and the development of educational initiatives that connect students, volunteers, and local communities.

With experience in curriculum design, volunteer management, and community outreach, Yin supports projects that foster learning, collaboration, and social responsibility. She is also interested in creative expression and has experience in poetry and literary workshops that encourage dialogue and reflection within communities.

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