Board of Directors
Tony Aguilera (President)
Tony Aguilera, a lifelong Omaha resident, holds a B.S. in Business Management from Bellevue University. After retiring as Sales Manager at UPS, Tony became President of the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation, focusing on empowering Latino students in Nebraska. He is committed to building future leaders and creating opportunities for the Latino community.
Loreno Jameson (Vice President)
Reno Jameson, an Omaha native, holds a master’s degree in management and a B.A. in Communication from Bellevue University. With over 20 years of leadership experience, he serves as Programs & Planning Manager at OPPD. Reno’s commitment to the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation is rooted in his desire to support Latino students and their educational success.
Andy Kutilek (Treasurer)
Andy Kutilek, President of OMNE Partners, has been a key figure in Omaha’s commercial real estate industry for over two decades. A lifelong Omaha resident and University of Nebraska-Omaha graduate, Andy joined the BSF Board in 2023, assisting with budgeting and financial oversight. He is passionate about investing in the next generation.
Now retired, Dolores Bangert had a successful career working in nonprofits to enrich lives. She serves on several boards and has been a proud member of the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation for over ten years, driven by her belief that education opens doors for all students.
Kevin Thompson is an instructor at MCC and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® with a passion for professional networking. He co-founded Art Attacks LLC and is dedicated to helping others, believing in giving time without expecting anything in return. Kevin is excited to serve on the BSF board, helping students succeed.
John Rathouz, a Creighton University Relations team member, previously spent 20 years as a golf caddie on the PGA Tour. A proud Omaha native and Marquette University graduate, John values giving back, inspired by his parents. He enjoys helping local students through his involvement with the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation.
Marcos Vidal Becerra (Marketing Director)
Marcos Vidal Becerra, born in Omaha and raised in Houston, graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a B.S. in Communication. Now serving as Marketing Director for BSF, Marcos has worked on films and creative exhibits across North America and Europe. His passion is building up Omaha’s Latino community, enabling opportunities for growth and development.
Jason Studt, an Omaha native, graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a degree in Construction Management. As Vice President and DEI Officer at JE Dunn Construction, Jason is committed to providing opportunities and guidance to youth. He looks forward to supporting the foundation’s mission of empowering Latino students.
Born in California and raised in Yucatán, Jennifer Rodriguez moved to Omaha at 16 and graduated from Bellevue University with a degree in Behavioral Science. Now pursuing her Master’s in Public Health, she serves as a Site Coordinator at Heartland Workforce Solutions. Jennifer is passionate about giving back to the South Omaha community through her work with the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation.
Alecia Hausmann is a Senior Sales Consultant in Veterinary Medicine, passionate about driving innovation and changing lives. She is dedicated to promoting initiatives that foster Hispanic students' educational success and ensuring access to quality education opportunities, especially in Nebraska.
Ruth Molano, owner of IT Owl, connects IT professionals from Latin America with U.S.-based companies. With expertise in IT recruiting and supply chain management, Ruth is an advocate for STEM initiatives within the Latino community, helping bridge education and career opportunities through her work with the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation.
Rick Velasco is an accomplished sales executive with expertise in building diverse teams, driving revenue, and executing market strategies. Known for his leadership and coaching, Rick focuses on delivering strong results in customer satisfaction and cultural change initiatives.