Paving The Way For Latinas in Software Engineering With Catalina Laverde
Catalina Laverde is a 27-year-old Senior Software Engineer at Spotify. Originally from Bogotá, Colombia, Catalina moved to the United States in 2010 in pursuit of the American dream. Before transitioning into a career in software engineering, Catalina’s biggest role model has always been her mother whom has helped shape her journey. Observing her mother relentlessly […]
Elevating Minority and Veteran Owned Small Businesses With ‘We Keep Thinking’ Founder Cecilia Burgos
Cecilia Burgos is a leading latina of many talents. Born in Honduras and raised in New Jersey, Cecilia Burgos’ passion for food and the community has played a significant role in her journey. After graduating high school, Ceci pursued a career in the United States Navy where she served as a photographer, documenting missions in […]
Exploring Cultural Heritage in Fashion with Encargos y Envios Founder Joshe Ordonez
Joshe Ordonez is an Entrepreneur and Creative Strategist with expertise in fashion and culture. She focuses on the combination of cultural heritage and contemporary art and design in order to preserve and promote techniques and practices from ethnic minority communities. Born and raised in Cuenca, Ecuador, Joshed Ordonez found inspiration in her family where she […]
Helping Women Find Fulfillment and Happiness with Viva La Forty Founder Omayra Jimenez
Omayra Perez-Jimenez is a woman of the people, always looking to inspire positive change in others. Her career demonstrates the immense compassion this Leading Latina holds in her heart for helping others. At the age of 19 years old, Omayra returned to the United States after spending most of her childhood in Puerto Rico. Although […]
Helping Others Live Their Best Lives Through Transformational Guidance and Inspiration with Cindy Bautista-Thomas
Cindy Bautista-Thomas is an innovative visionary committed to helping others tap into their hidden potential, discover their God given gifts, and help them take inspired action towards creating the life they’ve always envisioned. A licensed clinical social worker, PhD candidate in Urban Education, and a master facilitator in personal and professional development, Cindy is enthusiastic […]
Actress and Producer Zulaika Velazquez’ Story of Resilience and Empowerment
Zulaika Velazquez’ biggest inspiration has always been her family. Both her parents were immigrants and worked through the most difficult challenges together. Resilience was learned at a young age for Zulaika, overcoming the toughest of experiences with her family while also building a strong character. It’s no surprise to say that “giving up” was not […]
Meryland Cuevas is NO ordinary woman. She is an award winning Latina Influencer, Content Creator, Certified Life Coach and much more | Leading Latina 2017
Meryland Cuevas-Canela Award Winning Latina Influencer, Content Creator, Certified Life Coach, Speaker, Author & Social Activist. Meet Meryland Cuevas, The Fear Crusher and BS Slayer, is an International Motivational Speaker, Certified Life and Assertiveness Coach, award-winning Latina content creator, Social Media Influencer and advocate for Equality, who has been creating positive and life-changing impact in […]
