Director | CEO | Founder

Originally from Los Angeles, Andrea has lived in Boise, San Juan, Manhattan, and Quiché. A Returned Peace Corps Volunteer who served in Quiché, she is now a Project Manager in healthcare and leads her startup, 21 Bridges, with a creative global team. Passionate about travel, she has visited 12 countries across North America, Central America, and Europe. Her hobbies include cooking, karaoke, learning new languages, trying new foods, and reading. Andrea aims to expand 21 Bridges' services to help Los Angeles middle and high school students become bilingual.

Veronica Jazmín Edge Cruz is a pedagogue and Spanish teacher for 21 Bridges LLC. Originally from San Miguel de Allende, Gto in Mexico, she has also lived in Querétaro, Chihuahua, and Veracruz. She focuses on helping children with learning difficulties in Mexico by planning and developing educational programs. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her 12-year-old daughter and husband, exploring Mexican and Asian cuisine, especially barbecues. Her hobbies include continuous learning about educational topics, nature walks, and trying new foods. Her main goal is to establish herself in Spanish teaching and to promote Mexican and Latin American culture through engaging and practical classes.

Leandra Ramos is pursuing dual Bachelor's degrees in Psychology and International Relations. With experience as a Medical Interpreter, language teacher, and daycare provider, she is fluent in Spanish, English, and German, and proficient in Italian. Leandra leverages her language skills to create engaging and interactive learning experiences. She incorporates music, arts, cultural stories, and real-life practice to build students' confidence and skills in a supportive environment. Leandra is dedicated to making the learning journey exciting and enjoyable.