Yvette Lopez held significant roles in international affairs, including Director of International Projects at Daytona State College and Liaison Officer for the Department of Defense at USSOUTHCOM. She also served as Advisor to the President of the Dominican Republic for a decade. In 2022, she transitioned to entrepreneurship, founding Development Culture, LLC. With over 25 years as a coach, she has turned her passion into purpose by helping individuals leverage their strengths, find their purpose, and create a culture of development. Her non-profit 501(c)(3) is dedicated to educating, uplifting, and empowering minority communities, with emphasis on women, youth, and Latino immigrants. Yvette is a Florida Bar member, mediator, and holds advanced degrees in Criminology, a Juris Doctorate, and a Master's in Strategic Planning and Higher Education Administration.