Leadership

Maria Martinez, Cisco Systems
Bank of America Names Maria Martinez to Board of Directors

Maria Martinez, former senior executive at Cisco Systems and independent board director, joins Bank of America’s Board of Directors

Hispanic Executives to Watch February 2025
Hispanic Executives to Watch: February 2025

Meet seventeen Hispanic executives to watch in February 2025 as they drive impact and excellence across HR, finance, legal, technology, and more

Hispanic/Latino Conferences 2025
13 Hispanic/Latino Conferences to Attend in 2025

Expand your network, subject-matter expertise, and leadership skills by attending one of these conferences for Hispanic/Latino leaders

Juan C. Andrade
Juan C. Andrade Named USAA President and CEO

A member of USAA’s Board of Directors since 2019, Juan C. Andrade steps into the role with a passion for serving the military community and commitment to USAA’s 102-year legacy

Jimmy Medina Ross Stores
Jimmy Medina Is Rooted in Resilience

Jimmy Medina was determined to get out of his “four-stoplight” town. Read about his two-decade IT leadership journey at Ross Stores.

Joey Chavez
Joey Chavez Gets Inclusive Storytelling Right at Max

Max’s Joey Chavez elevates inclusive storytelling and uplifts Latino talent along the way

Wilfredo Hernandez Jr. Hyundai Motor America
Wilfredo Hernandez Constructs New Business

With fifteen years of US franchise expertise, Wilfredo Hernandez applies his knowledge on a global scale to overhaul Hyundai Motor Company’s master distribution agreements

Latina Doctorates
Breaking the Doctorate Barrier: The 1% and the Future of Latina Leadership

Only 1 percent of doctorate degree holders in the US are Latina—and it will take deliberate action and support to reach beyond that statistic, writes Dr. Brandi R. Muñoz

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3 Strategies for Leading DEIBA Initiatives at PWIs

Norlan Hernández Blandón shares how Hispanic executives can overcome challenges and build relationships when leading DEIBA initiatives at predominantly white institutions

José Ferrel ClearMatrix
José Ferrel Helps Organizations Embrace AI On Their Own Terms

José Ferrel is the reluctant CEO of ClearMatrix, leaning into fifteen years of being on the customer side of IT services

evolving executive presence
Executive Presence Must Evolve to Shape Inclusive Workplaces

To reflect the strengths of inclusivity and authenticity, writes Sylvia Banderas Coffinet, we must redefine executive presence

Ana Hernandez, Grupo Latinoamericano de Seguros
Ana Hernandez Defines Her Own Legacy

Since she arrived in New York City as a teenage mother, Ana Hernandez saw each challenge as a stepping stone to build a better life for her and her family. The Grupo managing director shares her life story to encourage others to keep moving forward in the face of difficulty.

R. Martin Chavez LGBTQ+ Visionary Leaders
11 LGBTQ+ Visionary Leaders Transforming Business and Social Impact

Meet these inspiring LGBTQ+ visionary leaders making waves in business, tech, and nonprofits who are driving social impact and innovation

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Race Ready: How to Apply Athletic Discipline to Career Success with Jerry Snider

Benjamin Gomez sits down with Jerry Snider, distance runner turned entrepreneur, to dive into the intersection of athletics, business, and career management

Radical Señora Era
The Señora Era: It’s Time to Embrace Ancestral Traditions

Christina Kelmon and Ann Murray-Dunning encourage Latinas to move away from toxic girlboss culture and cultivate their señora era for a grounded, joyful life

Chart your career course red sailboat in clouds
How to Chart Your Career Course

Just like any good sailor at the helm, you are accountable for steering your career. Kevin Salcido shares how to actively chart your career to stay on course.

Catherine Blaesing, Edward Suarez, Michael Miranda BMO Financial
The Culture of BMO Financial Sets It Apart

Whether it’s attracting top talent with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and skills or expanding the business footprint, three tenured leaders at BMO Financial reflect on what sets their organization apart

José Cabada Miguel Matos USAA
Miguel Matos and José Cabada Rose from Humble Beginnings

Miguel Matos and José Cabada of USAA are proof of what is possible when you feel like you belong

Lylette Pizarro
Meet the Founder: Lylette Pizarro, Influence Media Partners

Lylette Pizarro and Influence Media Partners set new standards within the music investment space to protect artists’ legacies and future work

Valentina Bueno Con Cora Foundation
Valentina Bueno Dedicates Herself to the Mission of the Con Cora Foundation

As executive director of Karol G’s nonprofit, Con Cora Foundation, Valentina Bueno is a key figure in forming new alliances that empower women across Latin America

Sergio Maiworm Talos Energy
Sergio Maiworm Prepares Talos Energy to Grow Its Business

Sergio Maiworm is a CFO with global expertise and the talent to maintain massive growth at Talos Energy, supported by finance and IT