Maria Rodriguez DiGioia is a respected community leader, real estate professional, and nonprofit executive dedicated to building bridges between communities through collaboration, cultural engagement, and civic leadership. She is passionate about creating meaningful partnerships that strengthen the social, economic, and cultural fabric of DuPage County and beyond.

As President of the DuPage Hispanic Alliance, Maria leads one of the region’s most active Hispanic nonprofit organizations, advancing Latino culture through education, economic opportunity, civic engagement, and community connection. Through grassroots leadership and strategic partnerships, she brings together residents, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and local government to develop programs that strengthen communities, celebrate cultural diversity, and foster lasting collaboration. She is committed to creating inclusive spaces where diverse voices are heard, valued, and empowered.

Professionally, Maria is a highly accomplished real estate broker with eXp Realty, serving clients throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. With more than nine years of experience, she has earned a reputation for exceptional client service, market expertise, and unwavering dedication to helping buyers, sellers, and investors achieve their real estate goals. 

In January 2026, Maria was appointed by Naperville Mayor Scott Wehrli to serve as a Naperville Liquor Commissioner, where she supports responsible business practices and community development. She also serves on the Morton Arboretum Latino Advisory Board, helping advance initiatives that promote Latino engagement, representation, and cultural inclusion.

In addition to her leadership roles, Maria serves as an Illinois eXp Latino Ambassador and is an active member of the Latina Executive Golf Organization and the Naperville Sister Cities Foundation.

Born in Ecuador, Maria immigrated to the United States as a child. Her bicultural upbringing has inspired a lifelong commitment to community service, cultural advocacy, and bringing people together. A Naperville resident for more than 23 years, Maria is a devoted wife and mother of five who remains deeply committed to strengthening and serving her community.

Shaiska Malca, born in Panama, resides in Glen Ellyn with her husband, twin boys, and their dog Dexter. Inspired by her multicultural family and driven by the pressing need for bilingual programs for children, she founded Pura Vida Talk, a Spanish language program with a mission to enrich Spanish learning, enabling children to connect with its cultural richness.

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Her dedication to Hispanic culture led to extensive research covering art, history, and travel, ensuring an authentic representation of Spanish-speaking countries in her 2024 Children’s Book, “Hispanic Adventures“. Shaiska, a former lawyer, believes in the transformative power of language learning and advocates for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

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Her mission is to educate children about Hispanic diversity and richness, empowering them to embrace their heritage. Shaiska Malca is Vice President of the DuPage Hispanic Alliance, sits on Innovation DuPage’s board, and was DEI Chair at the Naperville Chamber of Commerce in 2023.

Jeff Lindquist has over 25 years of finance, analytics, and asset management experience working in commercial real estate.  He has overseen the due diligence and closing of over 14M square feet of commercial space totaling over $4B in proceeds; managed financial analysis, refinancing, asset management, and valuation processes for nationwide office and retail portfolios.  He has also successfully completed finance and real estate consulting projects for a regional healthcare system and a university dining program.  He has extensive experience in financial modeling, process improvement, and analysis of distressed assets. Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Illinois and with his multicultural family, he's able to bring a valuable perspective while serving the community.