Meet the Leadership Behind 562MeetUp
Maria Martinez is building more than just events—she’s building a thriving ecosystem for local business success.
Maria Martinez - CEO & Co-Founder
Maria Martinez is a dynamic entrepreneur and community builder dedicated to helping local businesses grow through meaningful connections and strategic partnerships. As CEO and Co-Founder of 562MeetUp, she leads the vision of creating a powerful networking platform where business owners and professionals can gain exposure, build referrals, and expand their influence within the 562 area.
With a passion for collaboration and business development, Maria focuses on bringing together driven entrepreneurs and decision-makers in a structured environment designed for real results. Her leadership is centered on empowering others, fostering community, and turning connections into opportunities.
Fernando Spindola - COO & Co-Founder
Fernando Spindola is a results-driven entrepreneur and business strategist focused on growth, execution, and building powerful local networks. As COO and Co-Founder of 562MeetUp, he oversees operations, structure, and expansion—ensuring every event delivers real value, visibility, and opportunities for business owners.
With a strong background in sales, business development, and relationship building, Fernando is known for creating systems that turn conversations into clients and connections into revenue. His approach is direct, strategic, and centered on helping entrepreneurs grow through referrals, partnerships, and consistent exposure.
Fernando Spindola is helping build a dominant local business network designed to connect serious professionals and drive real economic growth in the 562 area.
Claudia Amodeo helps power 562MeetUp’s mission of connecting entrepreneurs, strengthening the local business community, and turning connections into opportunities.
Claudia Amodeo - Growth & Operations Director
Claudia Amodeo is a strategic leader focused on driving growth, optimizing operations, and creating seamless experiences for business professionals. As Growth & Operations Director of 562MeetUp, she plays a key role in expanding the network, increasing member engagement, and ensuring each event runs efficiently and delivers real value.
With a strong background in organization, relationship management, and execution, Claudia is dedicated to helping business owners maximize their visibility and build meaningful partnerships. She is known for her ability to turn ideas into action and create systems that support consistent growth.