"I have had the opportunity to work with Ms. Rodriguez in first a professional capacity, and later, socially, as we often encounter her family within the community. She is a focused and hard worker. One of the special aspects about Ms. Rodriguez is that she is careful about where she spends her energy, even if she is given enticing opportunities. She sticks to her current focus and continues to drive her energy into the task at hand with no distractions. I recently learned that this is a trait inherited from both parents, who excel professionally and in self-directed projects.

Ms. Rodriguez is already a leader in her generation and will no doubt continue."