Mervet Rodriguez
Board Member
Mervet Rodriguez is a dedicated professional who brings a strong background in communications, emergency preparedness, and community engagement to her role on the Adaptive Adventures Board of Directors. Based in Puerto Rico, she earned her degree in Communications from the Sacred Heart University in Puerto Rico. Mervet currently serves as the Manager for Emergency Preparedness, Readiness, and Logistics at LUMA, the island’s electric utility, where she oversees comprehensive training programs for over 4,200 employees. In this capacity, she ensures that staff are well-equipped to respond to emergencies swiftly and safely, ultimately restoring critical services to Puerto Rico’s 4.2 million residents.
Mervet’s firsthand involvement in athletic and community organizations underscores her commitment to fostering positive change through sports and outreach initiatives. She volunteers for the Puerto Rico Cycling program, an experience that has reinforced her belief in the transformative power of physical activities for improving individuals’ mental and physical well-being. She has also contributed her leadership skills to several boards, including the Puerto Rico Volleyball Association, where she has served as Vice President, the Urb. Madelaine Residents Board of Directors, where she held the role of President, and the WOMEN in LUMA Board of Directors.
Her passion for Adaptive Adventures is rooted in the organization’s mission to empower people of all abilities through participation in sports and outdoor activities. Mervet believes strongly that adaptive athletes should be fully integrated and prioritized within sporting communities, recognizing that doing so drives greater equity, wellness, and social responsibility. Her approach to board service centers on collaboration, strategic thinking, and problem-solving, ensuring the long-term sustainability and impact of the programs offered.
In joining the Adaptive Adventures Board of Directors, Mervet aims to leverage her professional expertise in organizational readiness, her passion for adaptive sports, and her track record of board service to expand the organization’s reach and resources. A skilled communicator, strategic thinker, and empathetic leader, she is committed to strengthening Adaptive Adventures’ ability to enhance the quality of life for children, adults, and veterans with physical disabilities and their families.
Outside of her professional and volunteer commitments, Mervet is a proud wife, mother, and grandmother who appreciates the power of community and the value of working together toward common goals. Her service with Adaptive Adventures represents the next step in a lifelong journey of giving back and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
