The Salvadoran American Society

Our mission

The Salvadoran American Society, through its nonprofit initiatives and its independent boutique consulting partner, The Salvadoran American Society Enterprises LLC, offers complementary services to advance its mission and strengthen U.S.–El Salvador relations by promoting investment, trade, diplomacy, cultural exchange, and humanitarian engagement. The organization facilitates international networking, fosters economic and social growth across diverse industries, and coordinates humanitarian efforts to build a more prosperous future throughout the Americas.

Oscar Flores

Co-Founder, President & Executive Director

Oscar Flores is an American-born first-generation Salvadoran-American. Most recently, in 2024, he was a candidate for District 11 Supervisor in his hometown of San Francisco, garnering widespread support from the Salvadoran-American diaspora. With a firsthand understanding of the nuances, history, and culture of El Salvador, Oscar aims to bridge the gap between the two nations by bringing together business, diplomatic, and humanitarian leaders for mutual investment and cooperation in light of El Salvador’s transformation.

Oscar lived in Europe for eight years, during which he completed his undergraduate studies in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Portsmouth and his postgraduate studies in Aerospace Engineering at the University of Surrey, both in England, U.K. He is fluent in Spanish and also has a background in luxury and fashion, specializing in bespoke tailoring, management, and sales. As an Orthodox Christian, Oscar enjoys dancing Argentinian tango, shooting, playing polo, practicing mixed martial arts, and serving on his church’s board as well as during the service (Divine Liturgy).