Oct 2, 2023 Ani MendozaBy Shay Harris Ani Mendoza currently holds the position of Accounting Coordinator at WIA, where he provides essential support to the Controller and the accounting team. His professional journey began as an Accounting Specialist at Manna Development LLC, a Panera Bread franchisee located in Encinitas, California. Ani pursued his undergraduate education at California State University San Marcos, earning a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, with desire to pursue his Masters within the upcoming years. A California native, Ani made a significant move to Washington, D.C. at the start of 2023, and since then, he has been dedicated to exploring and immersing himself in the vibrant offerings of the nation’s capital. In his free time, Ani is an advocate and volunteer within the QTBIPOC and Deaf Community. Outside of his professional and community engagements, he likes to stay active outdoors. You can often find him cycling, running, hiking, laying out at the park, bouldering, or working out at the gym. His passion for adventure leads him to continually discover and embrace new experiences.