Carmen Febo San Miguel, MD assumed the position of Taller’s Executive Director in May 2000 after serving for over 14 years as Taller’s Board Chair. She brings many years of professional experience to the position including her work on Taller’s board, managing her own medical practice, and as a board member and chair of the Board of Managers of The Philadelphia Foundation. Carmen is deeply committed to Taller’s goals and mission of education and dissemination about the rich cultural heritage of Puerto Rico, Latino and related cultural groups, including African Americans. She has a Bachelor of Science degree and M.D. from the University of Puerto Rico.  Dr. Febo served under Mayor Street, chairing the transition committee on Boards and Commissions and chaired the American Street Community Trust Board of the Empowerment Zone until 2007. Carmen was chosen Citizen of the Year by the Puerto Rican Week Festival in 2003 and received the Paul Robeson Lifetime Achievement Award for 2010 from the Bread and Roses Community Fund.

Dr. Febo’s favorite thing about Taller is how it benefits the kids and community. In her spare time, she likes to fix things around the house. Her favorite place to go for lunch is El Bohío.