Denise Cabanilla is the senior director of Higher Education and Adult Learning at the Imperial County Office of Education. In this role, she leads a dynamic team focused on key initiatives including college and career readiness, workforce development, adult education, and comprehensive school counseling. She also provides support and guidance to school counselors across the county and is a proud founding member of the County Offices of Education Leadership for School Counseling (COELSC), a statewide leadership network.

With more than 20 years of experience, Denise is deeply committed to advancing the education and well-being of students, staff, and families in Imperial County. Throughout her career, she has dedicated herself to expanding access, fostering personal growth, and promoting participation in, and completion of, post-secondary education.

Edgar is a shenanigator and hugger - dedicated to making soft skills feel less like training and more like transformation. He designs experiences that build empathy, courage, and lasting impact. 

As the CEO and founder of IMAGO, and chair of the Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board, Edgar brings over 20 years of leadership training experience. He has partnered with school districts, workforce boards, and businesses across the country to rethink how we grow human potential in education and work. 

Guided by his belief to “seek to love” and “embrace the awkward,” Edgar imagines a world rooted in authentic relationships - where people are equipped to meet life’s challenges with compassion and clarity. 

If your curiosity is piqued, come find him - he’d love to connect.