Fernanda Quintanilla

Director of Special Projects, Diamond Ventures

By Tara Kirkpatrick & Loni Nannini

Construction and community are at the heart of Fernanda Quintanilla’s career. At Diamond Ventures, Inc., the University of Arizona grad leads public policy research, community engagement, and strategic initiatives that connect thoughtful development with long-term regional prosperity. 

Quintanilla honed her skills in roles with the City of Tucson, Pima County, and the Tucson Metro Chamber, where she advanced initiatives in infrastructure, reclaimed water, transportation, constituent and member services, and business advocacy.

The 2023 graduate and member of the steering committee for the Greater Tucson Leadership Academy remains committed to leadership and civic engagement. She is chair of the Advocacy Committee and board member for the Greater Vail Area Chamber of Commerce; and is active with NAIOP (Commercial Real Estate Development Association), the Urban Land Institute, and the Southern Arizona Home Builders Association. 

Additionally, she has served on boards for the El Rio Vecinos and Lohse Family YMCA.