CHAIR OF THE BOARD:
Ariel Trueba
Appointed by District 4
Ariel Trueba is a governmental affairs strategist with a proven record of advancing policy initiatives, building high-level partnerships, and navigating complex public-sector environments. He currently serves as Director of Constituent Affairs for City of Miami Commissioner Rolando Escalona, where he oversees constituent services operations and leads community engagement efforts that strengthen the connection between residents and their government.
Born and raised in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood, Ariel is a proud graduate of Florida State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Business Management with an Emergency Management Certificate.
Mr. Trueba recently completed two terms as Chairman of the Miami-Dade County LGBTQ+ Advisory Board, becoming the youngest person to chair a county board in Florida. He is also an alumnus of Leadership Miami Class 45 of the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce.
VICE-CHAIR OF THE BOARD:
Vacant
BOARD MEMBERS:
Officer Tommy Reyes
Appointed by District 2
Grace Lopez
Appointed by District 5
Timothy McLemore
Appointed At-Large
Mayor
District 1
District 3
CITY OF MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT LGBTQ+ LIAISON
Officer Vanessa Gonzalez - LGBTQ+ Liaison Officer (Citywide)
42874@miami-police.org
Officer Vanessa Gonzalez has been with the City of Miami for 6.5 years. She is the first full-time LGBTQ+ Liaison Officer for the City of Miami Police Department. Her goal is to break barriers and rebuild trust within the LGBTQ+ Community through trainings and education. Officer Gonzalez is also the Vice Chair for South Florida Law Enforcement LGBTQ+ Coalition as a representation for the Miami Police Department.
When not at work she is happily married to her lovely wife Lisa. She is also a proud mother to her three teenagers: Oliver, Anthony and Kailyn. With the continued support from the City of Miami, she feels she is able to accomplish her goals to help all residents, visitors and business owners feel safe to live, play and work in our communities.
CITY OF MIAMI LGBTQ+ ADVISORY BOARD LIAISON
Michael Roman - Community Partnerships Manager
Department of Human Services
305.416.1618
mroman@miamigov.com
Michael Roman plays an important role in managing projects and creating strategies that have resulted in innovative approaches to community development projects that promote social change and healthier neighborhoods. Currently, Michael’s work involves overseeing various departmental programs and initiatives. Actively working with community-based organizations, companies, boards, committees, and residents, he builds relationships that are essential to change. Michael previously managed Live Healthy Little Havana, a $3.7 million collective impact, results-based community initiative addressing health disparities and social determinants of health while empowering residents to advocate for a healthier and thriving community. He is also a Maven Leadership Collective Alumni and Coach. Maven Leadership Collective is an organization that invests in creative social impact leaders who are queer and trans people of color and allies.
Michael was born and raised in the City of Miami, and he has a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications from Florida International University. He has worked in full-service communications agencies specializing in various aspects of public health, business development, and community engagement. Also, he has worked directly with principal executives while supporting the overall needs and goals of each organization. Michael’s experience in various markets and cross-marketing clients ensure maximum organization power and success.
Michael currently lives with his partner Jeff, three dogs and kinkajou. He loves to dine out locally and travel as often as possible.
ASSIGNED CITY ATTORNEY
Ileana Jerez - Assistant City Attorney
ijerez@miamigov.com