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Yiselle Santos Rivera - AIA 2027 President Elect

8/8/2026

On being a “first”: Latino, queer & neurodivergent.

ByDESIGN Executive Producer Mike Chapman was fortunate enough to grab a few minutes with Yisele Santos Rivera at AIA26 ... and it's a short but very raw, powerful, and inspiring conversation.

The AIA 2027 President Elect, Yisele opens up about the honor and responsibility of being the "first" in several spheres of representation - as a Latino, queer and neuro divergent woman.

Thank you Yisele for your vulnerability. Enjoy this empowering and insightful "ByDESIGN Talks".

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