President & CEO
Texas Public Radio
Ashley Alvarado became president and CEO of Texas Public Radio in
December 2024, bringing more than two decades of experience in
journalism.
During her twelve years at LAist, Ashley led community engagement
efforts across a wide range of initiatives, from live events and art
installations to responding to thousands of questions from
community members. She oversaw teams focused on audience
engagement and newsroom experimentation.
An award-winning journalist and experienced newsroom coach,
Ashley has worked with Blue Engine, the Poynter Institute, and the
American Press Institute. She has also contributed to leadership
programs with the National Association of Hispanic Journalists and
the Asian American Journalists Association. A former president of
Journalism That Matters, Ashley currently serves on the boards of the
Online News Association, Greater Public, and the First Amendment
Coalition.
Opening Remarks + Featured Presentation: Defunded, Not Defeated: Reimagining the Public Media Model
Monday, March 30, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM CT