Eric Corrales is a lifelong Tucsonan whose family’s multigenerational roots run deep in Southern Arizona. At the University of Arizona, Eric co-founded the Gamma Beta Chapter of Lambda Theta Phi, Latin Fraternity Inc. to increase Latino representation and community engagement on campus. His passion for the fraternity’s mission of unity, brotherhood, integrity, and leadership drove him to serve in various elected roles, including President in 2006 and Induction Officer in 2007. Eric helped establish the chapter’s foundation through organizational budget management, community engagement initiatives, and event leadership, participating in over 50 service projects including yearly campaigns benefiting hundreds of children.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 2010, Eric channeled his entrepreneurial spirit. For over 14 years, he has owned and operated Sculpture Hospitality of Tucson, a consulting firm providing profit management solutions to restaurants, bars, and hotels. His expertise has helped clients reduce inventory losses by 15-30%, saving businesses an average of $50,000-$500,000 annually. Eric expanded operations as co-owner of Sculpture Hospitality’s location in North Scottsdale in 2017.

Eric’s commitment to community leadership extends beyond business. He currently serves as Treasurer for Davis-Romero Bilingual Elementary PTA. He is also the Treasurer and co-founder of the nonprofit martial arts organization Daibudo Kodenkan Matsuno Kenshukai. Eric provides program leadership as a 2nd-degree black belt, focusing on community accessibility for marginalized groups. He previously served as a Board Member for Craft Tucson from 2017-2020, helping lead initiatives like “Brew at the Zoo” and “Art on Tap” that raised thousands for cultural institutions while building sustainable partnerships supporting the local beer industry.

Eric’s journey from Lambda Theta Phi chapter founder to successful entrepreneur reflects his unwavering commitment to the fraternity’s core values and his dedication to lifting up the communities that have molded him throughout his life in the borderlands of Southern Arizona.