A former news anchor for Telemundo-Houston and producer for Ritmo Latino, she also has experience in radio both the U.S. and Venezuela. A Houston resident, Carmen María Montiel has participated in various charitable activities. She worked with the Latin Women’s Initiative (LWI) from 2006 to 2008 and served as a member of the advisory committee, election committee, and chair of the bazaar committee for the Luncheon-Fashion show.