Texas A&M San Antonio Foundation

Daniel Mezza is an entrepreneur who founded “Puro Nitro Coffee” in 2017. He is from the small town of Hebbronville, Texas and attended Texas A&M becoming a member of the Texas Aggie Corps of Cadets. After his time at Texas A&M, he pursued and obtained a master’s in public administration from the University of Texas at San Antonio. He worked alongside influential figures in the public sector, including the Bexar County Judge, the Texas Governor, and prominent representatives from both the U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives. In 2016, he decided to embrace entrepreneurial life and founded “Puro Nitro Coffee” in 2017. Daniel’s relentless pursuit of excellence led to Puro Nitro Coffee becoming a top 10 finalist in the prestigious HEB Quest for Best contest in 2022, and now can be found at 270 HEB’s across Texas.

Daniel's small town upbringing and his parents’ example of always helping others is the core of the philosophy of his life.  His knowledge over the years in the public and private sector is what he provides to others in helping to lift their well-being.