Eulvid Rocque, a Senior Budget Specialist at the Environmental Protection Agency, boasts an impressive career spanning more than 15 years in public service. His expertise encompasses various sectors, including contracting, budgeting, accounting, and student services.
Rocque earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Management with a minor in Accounting from Suffolk University in 2004. Later, he pursued a Masters in Public Administration from the same institution in 2006. Throughout college, he actively participated in campus activities and held leadership positions, including president of the Caribbean Student Network and editor-in-chief of the Beacon Yearbook.
Rocque was raised in Boston, Massachusetts, and has Caribbean roots from the Commonwealth of Dominica and the West Indies.
Rocque’s early career involved positions at Suffolk University and Georgetown University before he landed in the Environmental Protection Agency. He is attracted to the public sector because of his desire to improve life for everyone.
His inspiration
His parents’ dedication and sacrifices. “My parents’ decision to prioritize [their children’s] well-being meant putting their own dreams on hold,” Rocque reflects. Witnessing their sacrifices and realizing the milestones they put on hold fueled Rocque’s ambition and instilled an unwavering determination in him to pursue his personal and professional aspirations.
On hopes for the future
Rocque hopes to focus community resources and efforts to help residents find employment and enhance their quality of life. He believes strongly in making a positive impact on the community and enriching the lives of others.
His favorite quote
One quote that resonates deeply with Rocque is from Colin Powell: “A dream doesn’t become a reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination, and hard work.”
His advice for rising professionals
“Stay open to learning and embrace challenges as opportunities for growth.”
