About Us

EDvolution is comprised of three principals with over 60 years of experience in higher education, the private and non-profit sectors, and in public policy. With the bulk of their professional experience being in the field of higher education, the principals of EDvolution have a strong belief that all professional engagements begin with the process of self-education about an organization’s vision, context, and proposed solutions. This process of self-education informs all of our work.

Core Values

• Integrity
• Civility
• Creativity
• Relevancy
• Efficiency
• Inclusiveness

Principals

José Martínez-Saldaña | jose@edvolution.org
Founding Partner
Vice President of Organizational Development

José Martínez-Saldaña holds over 25 years of experience in developing and executing diversity initiatives. Mr. Martínez-Saldaña has been successful in acquiring $27 million dollars in grants for organizations. Former United States Vice President Dan Quayle, United States Congressman Sam Farr – Disctrict 17, former White House Chief of Staff Leon Panetta, the California State Assembly and Senate, and various local California city councils and organizations have recognized Mr. Martínez-Saldaña’s expertise in providing solutions to diverse communities.

Luis Enrique Sandoval | luis@edvolution.org
Founding Partner
Vice President of Public Relations and Marketing

Luis Sandoval has 10 years of experience in executing corporate, political and educational marketing campaigns. He has served in various administrative roles at the University of California and the California State University systems. He has been recognized by the California State University system for his work on a statewide marketing campaign for educational access. He has extensive experience in advocacy and empowerment of under-represented groups.

Juan C. Yñiguez | jyniguez@edvolution.org
Founding Partner
Vice President of Policy and Advocacy

Juan C. Yñiguez holds over 25 years of experience in advocacy and policy research. As a senior vice president for the Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities (AICCU), he led the policy research division and crafted AICCU’s policy message. In addition, he served as a liaison with various state and national policy organizations. As a staff member for a state senator, Juan was responsible for Latino initiatives in Los Angeles. He has testified numerous times before the California State Legislature and served as a keynote speaker at policy conferences on many occasions. As an assistant dean at Stanford University and a consultant in the private sector, Juan has led and participated in many diversity initiatives.