Xochilt Cruz has been living in Houston, Texas for over 12 years. She was born in Nicaragua and grew up in South Florida. Upon moving to Houston, she began to work in the Oil and Gas industry in various administrative support roles. She holds a BBA degree from Florida International University.

In April 2015, she began working for the Stoller Group as an Executive Assistant and became a Trustee of the Stoller Foundation Board in 2016.

Xochilt has served in numerous church-leadership roles since her college years. She enjoys volunteering her time to work with adolescents and young children.