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Broncos Unidos Sports Summit

Tuesday, Nov. 10 Empower Field at Mile High

Welcome! ¡Bienvenidos!

On behalf of the Broncos Unidos Employee Resource Group with the Denver Broncos, we are excited to welcome you to our first Broncos Unidos Sports Summit! Hear from and engage with Denver Broncos employees and learn more about careers in sports and business.

The summit’s agenda and panelists are listed below.

Agenda

  1. 10:30–11:00 a.m.

    Check-in

    Park in Lot J/L then enter through the North Tunnel between Gates 4 and 5. Students will then be escorted to the Media Photographer’s Workroom.

  2. Welcome/Introductions

  3. 11:00–11:30 a.m.

    1st Panel

    Young Broncos Professionals

    Meet the panelists
    1. 11:30–11:45 a.m.

      Opportunity for students to connect with panelists.

  4. 12:00–12:30 p.m.

    2nd Panel

    Director+ Broncos Professionals

    Meet the panelists
    1. 12:30–12:45 p.m.

      Opportunity for students to connect with panelists.

  5. 12:45–1:15 p.m.

    Lunch

  6. 1:15–2:00 p.m.

    Stadium tour

    Ends with a group photo on the warning track.

Meet the panelists

Michael Agado
Panel moderator

Michael Agado

Marketing Manager

6th Season

Michael Agado is the Marketing Manager for the Denver Broncos currently in his 6th season. Michael was born and raised in Colorado and attended the University of Colorado at Boulder. A few aspects of his role include managing the Marketing & Promotions Team, managing the Seasonal Internship Program, and working very closely with the Game Entertainment team as a co-stage manager on gameday.

1st Panel

Young Broncos Professionals

Heather Gallegos

Heather Gallegos

Guest Relations Coordinator

3rd Season

Heather Gallegos graduated from Northern Arizona University with her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Bachelor of Science in Communication in 2022 and received her Master of Arts in Communication in 2024. Following graduation, she moved to Denver, Colorado where she began working with the Colorado Rapids as a Street Team Member until 2025 and the Denver Broncos as a Guest Relations Team Member, gaining hands-on experience with the world of professional sports. She is currently in her third season with the Denver Broncos as the Guest Relations Coordinator and focuses on delivering exceptional guest experiences while supporting the day-to-day operations of Empower Field at Mile High and the Denver Broncos organization.

Jasmin Mazariegos Rodriguez

Jasmin Mazariegos Rodriguez

Premium Seating & Ticketing Intern

2nd Season

Jasmin Mazariegos Rodriguez started with the Marketing & Promotions team last year and now serves as the Premium Seating and Ticketing Intern, supporting premium events, client hosting, and game day experiences. Her favorite memory so far has been making it to the AFC championship game last season, the Broncos’ biggest game since Super Bowl 50. Jasmin is a first-generation college graduate from the University of Northern Colorado and currently pursuing her MBA. She is proud to represent the Latino community and women in sports. ¡Vamos Broncos!

Julian Mijares

Julian Mijares

Creative Content Designer

5th Season

Born and raised in Colorado, Julian Mijares graduated from Colorado State University in 2020 with a B.A. in Journalism and Media Communication. After beginning his career as a Graphic Designer with the Colorado Rapids in 2021, he joined the Denver Broncos Creative Team in 2022, where he creates visual content for the team’s social media platforms and contributes to a wide range of projects, including retail merchandise, stadium branding, and print design.

Mario Vega

Mario Vega

Account Manager, Season Ticket Member Services

4th Season

Mario Vega joined the Denver Broncos in 2023. He grew up in Denver, Colorado, and attended Metropolitan State University of Denver. As an Account Manager, he serves as the primary point of contact for Denver Broncos Season Ticket Members, helping enhance their game-day experience, coordinate Season Ticket Member (STM) events, and answer ticketing-related questions. His most memorable experience since joining the Broncos was working the AFC Championship Game against the Patriots.

2nd Panel

Director+ Broncos Professionals

Tim Aragon

Tim Aragon

General Counsel

5th Season

A graduate of Mullen High School in Denver, Tim Aragon has deep local roots and grew up in the Athmar neighborhood of southwest Denver. He went on to earn his A.B. from Harvard University cum laude in 1997 before receiving a J.D. from New York University School of Law in 2001. Tim, an active member of the Denver community with more than 25 years of legal experience, joined the Broncos after spending 18 years with the global law firm Hogan Lovells in its Denver office. Working with both public and private clients, Tim has extensive experience as a trusted advisor on a variety of legal matters. His background includes corporate transactions, compliance, governance and working with sports franchises across the NFL, NBA, MLS and MLB.

Joaquin Cruz

Joaquin Cruz

Head of Talent & Organizational Effectiveness

1st Season

Joaquin Cruz is the Head of Talent & Organizational Effectiveness for the Denver Broncos and has been with the organization since May 2026. In his role, Joaquin focuses on talent practices across the employee lifecycle and building the capabilities that help teams perform at their best. Throughout his career, he has been passionate about connecting talent strategy to the needs of the business, challenging the status quo, and creating opportunities for people and organizations to grow.

Anna Marie Martinez

Anna Marie Martinez

Director of Special Events

20th Season

Anna Marie Martinez has been a part of the Special Events team at Empower Field at Mile High since helping establish the department over 20 years ago. With a passion for creating unique event experiences, she focuses on marketing and selling the stadium’s diverse event spaces for opportunities beyond football and concerts. Today, the Special Events team books and services more than 300 events annually, transforming the iconic stadium into a premier destination for corporate, non-profit and social gatherings and unforgettable experiences.

Franco Rodriguez

Franco Rodriguez

Senior Director of Business Intelligence & Analytics

2nd Season

Franco Rodriguez, Senior Director of Business Intelligence & Analytics for the Denver Broncos, leads the team that uses data to help make smarter business decisions. Born and raised in San Bernardino, CA (neighboring county of Los Angeles), Franco loved math, disliked English, and originally dreamed of becoming an architect before choosing engineering. Franco studied at UC Santa Barbara, eventually switching from engineering to statistics, which launched a 12-year career in healthcare using data to improve healthcare outcomes and reduce costs. He pivoted into professional sports in 2021, leading business analytics for the Los Angeles Kings before joining the Broncos in 2025, proving that where you start does not have to determine where you end up.