Myrian Solis Coronel

Myrian drives Parks California’s equitable access programs through community engagement, storytelling, and collaborations across the state. Prior to joining Parks California, she led REI’s Next Gen Marketing program where she oversaw national partnerships, experiential marketing, and content collaborations. Before joining REI Co-op, she worked at KPBS, San Diego’s local PBS and NPR (National Public Radio) affiliate, where she managed special events and developed media and outreach campaigns. She has been a board member for several organizations including I Love a Clean San Diego and MANA de San Diego. She is also the co-creator of the Latina Giving Circle. In 2013 she was appointed to the California State Parks Commission. She served from 2013 to 2019 and serving the last two years as the Commission’s first Latina Chair. When she is not working, Myrian enjoys traveling the world with her two children and husband, discovering new eateries, and indulging in a new read or podcast. Her outdoor adventures include hiking and chasing water and her favorite California State Park is Borderfield State Park.