I was born in an ejido (communal land) in Coahuila, Mexico, and immigrated to the United States at a very young age. I grew up in Austin, Texas, attending public schools, and now have four adult children and five grandchildren. Currently, I am raising three of my grandchildren, aged 3, 4 and 7 months, starting a new chapter of parenting later in life.

From a young age, I recognized the need for people in my community to navigate important matters in their native language. This realization stemmed from my own experiences as a child, where I began assisting friends and family with translations and paperwork as early as seven years old. Over the years, I honed this passion into a skill, translating conferences and documents, filling out legal forms, appeals, immigration applications, and even lawsuits for those who needed guidance.

After high school, I pursued a paralegal course, which allowed me to work across various branches of law, including family law, workers' compensation, immigration, and administrative roles in international oil companies. As my older children entered college, I was inspired to continue my education, earning a bachelor’s degree in Business from Concordia University after nearly 25 years of dedication to my field.

While I have worn many hats in my professional life, one of my most cherished roles was as a Mary Kay consultant, where I thrived on building relationships and empowering others. Now, as I focus on raising my grandchildren, I have returned to my passion for helping people navigate complex processes. This led to the creation of ALVAREZ ALCANTAR CONSULTING FIRM, LLC, a company rooted in my lifelong commitment to community and administration.