Teresa Samaniego

Vice President of Diversity and Community Engagement, ABC7

Teresa Samaniego, Director of Public Affairs at ABC7 Eyewitness News Los Angeles, California, graduated from Cal State University, Los Angeles. With four decades of dedicated service at ABC7, Samaniego has become the foundation of the community. She is renowned for spearheading impactful initiatives like the Spark of Love Toy Drive, which annually provides toys to children in Orange County during the holiday season. Samaniego collaborates extensively with many nonprofits, organizations, and clients to develop and implement projects that would enhance the lives of viewers and the communities across the five-county areas surrounding Los Angeles, California. Her efforts resonate deeply, making her an indispensable figure in the community and at ABC7 Eyewitness News.