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JENNIFER RODRIGUEZ began her career in sports and entertainment at an early age making one of her most notable marks at the National Football League. Upon graduation from Hofstra University Frank G. Zarb School of Business, Jennifer obtained a position at the National Football League as an intern for Commissioner Paul Tagliabue. After performing above and beyond the call of duty, Jennifer was retained by the NFL to work in the public relations department where she focused on the league's community affairs. While in the public relations department Jennifer created Celebrando, a national newsletter highlighting accomplishments of Latin and Hispanic players, coaches and cheerleaders in the National Football League. Jennifer quickly rose through the ranks and landed a position as events coordinator for the NFL where she managed major events such as the Super Bowl, Pro Bowl the NFL Draft and league owner meetings.
This New York native of Dominican heritage is also an accomplished dancer, having studied various dance techniques, from ballet to hip-hop, at several schools in New York City, including the world-renowned Alvin Ailey Dance School. Jennifer’s life-long passion for dance and the arts has included an internship at The Dance Theater of Harlem and numerous appearances in music videos. While at Hofstra University, she became captain of their nationally-ranked dance team, performing in nationally televised competitions and even a half time show for the New York Jets.
Beauty queen was added to her resume in the fall of 2003 when she won the title of Miss New York Latin Image and went on to place third in the national competition. Jennifer also served as host for the 2003 Miss Pennsylvania USA and Miss Indian USA state pageant.
Upon her relocation from New York to Los Angeles, Jennifer was named director for John Casablancas Modeling and Training Center in Beverly Hills, where she created new programs and coordinated events to build and showcase the centers talent.
Jennifer is very excited to be the state director for the Miss California Latina™ and Miss Teen California Latina ™ Pageant. Jennifer’s vision for the state is to mentor and create opportunities for Latinas to pursue their goals and dreams while impacting the community.
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