In this episode of Chingon S.A., host Luis sits down with Luis

Lopez, President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater San Antonio, to

talk about servant leadership, representation, and what it means

to leave home, grow, and come back stronger.

Luis shares his journey from growing up on the South Side of San

Antonio to becoming the first CEO of color in the YMCA’s 148-year

history. He opens up about sacrificing comfort to take a COO role

in Austin, losing his mother shortly after the move, navigating

COVID during a rebuilding phase, and what it felt like to finally

return home — not just as a success, but as someone who could

open doors for young people who never saw themselves in a

leadership role.

This conversation dives into servant leadership, representation

and equity, community health and wellness, nonprofit leadership,

first-generation success, mentorship, San Antonio culture and

values, and what it truly means to build people, not just programs.

If you’re interested in San Antonio leadership, community impact,

and what it looks like to sacrifice, grow, and come home to serve

at the highest level — this episode is for you.

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🎉 YMCA OF GREATER SAN ANTONIO — 150TH ANNIVERSARY

The Y is celebrating 150 years of serving the San Antonio

community! Join the celebration this September 26th and be

part of a legacy that has shaped generations across our city.

📍 Learn more & get involved:

👉 ymcasatx150.org

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and entrepreneurs of Grit, Growth & Legacy.

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