Francis Villalpando

Francis Villalpando, MPA, currently serves as the Nutrition Services Manager at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, where strategic scaling and diversification of nutrition insecurity initiatives are prioritized alongside coaching colleagues and partners on customer-centered best practices. Previously, Francis held roles as Project Coordinator for the Nutrition Services Department, Nutrition Education Program Manager at SEE-LA, and School Health Programs Coordinator at Beach Cities Health District, demonstrating a consistent commitment to food access, nutrition education, and community health initiatives. Earlier experience includes positions as Community Outreach Specialist with Lawndale Elementary School District and various roles at Loyola Marymount University focusing on government relations and communications. Francis holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor's degree in Art History from California State University, Long Beach, as well as an Associate of Arts degree in Studio Art from El Camino College.