Hugo Sanchez

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Hugo Sanchez, he/him/his

Director of Finance

Hugo Sanchez is the Director of Finance at LA Promise Fund. He is responsible for the accounting and financial management activities across the organization and Westbrook Academy.  Sanchez has the financial leadership experience to support the growth and sustainability of the mission-driven LA Promise Fund.

Prior to joining LAPF, Hugo served as Senior Analyst for a wealth management consulting group, overseeing the finance and operations of institutional clients. With 10 years of nonprofit experience, he has held several managerial and operational positions in the financial services industries.

A graduate of the University of Redlands and Cal State Fullerton, he has an MBA and Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, respectively. Sanchez is also known for his community, having coached and mentored student-athletes for the past 20 years.  A Los Angeles native, Sanchez enjoys spending time with his family, traveling to different countries, and attending live music events.

“It’s not how much money we make that ultimately makes us happy between nine and five. It’s whether or not our work fulfills us. Being a teacher is meaningful.”

― Malcolm Gladwell, Outliers: The Story of Success