Contact FEWA

F.E.W.A.
2901 Bucks Bayou Road
Bay City, TX 77414
979-245-7577 (direct line)
979-245-8969 (fax line)
www.fewaglobal.org

As the founding President of the Federation of Employers and Workers of America, Scott Evans has led FEWA's evolution to becoming the internationally recognized H-2B and H-2A community leader that exists today.

Under his direction, and through coordination with other National, Regional and State stakeholder organizations, FEWA takes pride in its legislative leadership role, unparalleled governmental agency advocacy for all stakeholders, critical stakeholder information distribution, and ethical stewardship of the H-2A/H-2B programs to the benefit of the greater communities.

Mr. Evans has continually strived to insure that all FEWA staff members treat every worker and every employer with the individual attention only afforded by a nonprofit association of employers and workers banding together for the mutual benefit of all. In short Mr. Evans acknowledges that all the members of FEWA are the employers of the entire FEWA staff including himself; and that the members are the owners of all the assets of the non-profit organization including the FEWA building.

He has tirelessly worked for the greater good of the entire H-2A/H-2B community since 1995; and is considered throughout the H-2A/H-2B community to be a "pioneer".

Mr. Evans says his sincere hope is that 100 years from now workers and employers will still benefit from this first not for profit organization of its kind that clearly recognizes the employer and the workers must collectively unite to make any business or employment opportunity successful.

Mr. Evans is a fluent Spanish speaker.

Education: BS Horticulture - Texas A & M University (Cum Laude)

Arnulfo Hinojosa is the Vice President for the Federation of Employers and Workers of America. Mr. Hinojosa has managed the processing of over 42,000 H2B workers from 2200 different US companies in 45 states at the United States Consulates worldwide.

Mr. Hinojosa has been approved by the US Department of Justice Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) as an Accredited Representative for FEWA Foundation. This designation takes into consideration his experience and knowledge of immigration law and procedure, and it authorizes him to practice before the Department of Homeland Security.

Mr. Hinojosa is bilingual (English/Spanish) and his Hispanic heritage and culture gives him a unique insight to the Hispanic work force in today's America. Arnulfo grew up in a small South Texas town where his grandfather immigrated from Mexico.

He is a graduate of Madison University with a BS in Business.

Jarrod Sharp is the General Counsel at FEWA and has been with the Association since 2005 in various capacities. He is responsible for advising the Association and its staff in legal matters as well as staying current on legislative and regulatory issues that could impact FEWA members. He has been involved in presenting various educational programs including webinars, conference speaking engagements, written articles, etc. Throughout his tenure at FEWA, he has been able to participate in helping thousands of employer and worker members navigate temporary guest worker programs.

Jarrod graduated cum laude with a Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Houston Law Center in 2010. He graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Houston in 2005. He has been a member of numerous honor societies and volunteer organizations.

Rita Romero has successfully coordinated more H-2B employers than any person or group in the entire history of the H-2B program. Since 1997, Mrs. Romero has developed strong working relationships throughout the federal government agencies responsible for the H-2A and H-2B programs. Over the years, the governmental agencies themselves have often asked Rita H-2B technical questions due to her depth of knowledge and experience.

Rita's husband Javier Romero is an immigrant that owns and operates a successful trucking company. They have two daughters and a son.

Mrs. Romero is a fluent Spanish speaker and writer.

Brandi guides members through the H-2 application process. She has successfully helped employers from across America in 18 states.

Education: Associate Degree in Criminal Justice - Wharton Junior College.

Hobbies: Reading, fishing, cooking, dancing and spending time with family and friends.