Dr. Matilda Soria was born and raised in Fresno, CA. Dr. Soria has earned a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology and a Minor degree in Ethnic Studies from California State University, Fresno; a Master’s degree in Human Development and Psychology, with a specialization in Risk and Prevention from Harvard University; and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from California State University, Fresno. Matilda serves as the Senior Director of the Early Care and Education Department of the Office of the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Soria has extensive experience conducting scientific and behavioral research among ethnic and at-risk populations, as well as in the development, management, and evaluation of educational and social service programs for children and families. She serves as Co-Chair of the California Child Care Coordinators Association (CCCCA); on the Fresno City College Child Development Department Advisory Committee; the California State University-Fresno Institutional Research Review Board; and the Public Policy Committee of the California Child Development Administrators Association (CCDAA). She also serves as a Board Member for non-profit, Fresno Metro Ministries. In her spare time, Dr. Soria enjoys mentoring young people and travelling.