Dr. Antonio Martinez (he/him) is a dedicated College Success Coach at Making Waves Education Foundation, where he empowers students, known as Wave-Makers, to overcome academic and personal challenges and stay on course to graduate. With a background in mass communication (B.A., California State University, East Bay), education with a focus on multicultural counseling (M.A., San Diego State University), and educational leadership (Ed.D., CSU East Bay), Dr. Martinez brings a wealth of expertise to his role. His prior experience as an Educational Opportunity Program Director further solidified his commitment to supporting first-generation and underserved students. Dr. Martinez finds deep meaning in helping students navigate higher education, offering tailored guidance that reflects his own journey as a first-generation college graduate.