Our
Mission & Values
We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization focused on the global empowerment of underrepresented minority women as entrepreneurs and leaders in business.
We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports and uplifts underrepresented minority women, equipping them with the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive in the business world.
We are dedicated to breaking down barriers, promoting diversity, and cultivating a strong network of empowered women who are making a significant impact in their communities and beyond.
Together, we are shaping a future where minority women are celebrated, their voices are amplified, and their achievements are recognized worldwide.
Join us on this transformative journey on the empowerment of minority entrepreneurs and leaders.
The Board
The members of our board of directors are thought leaders who have made a significant contribution to our society. Each and every one of them brings a unique set of skills and expertise to our organization.
alicia gonzalez
PRESIDENT & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Founder: ella STARTUPS Journalist, ex-VP Board: National Association of Hispanic Journalists CEO/Digital Strategist Adelante Media Board of Education RE Broker NMLO
Jessie Sorensen-Egan
SECRETARY
Process Improvement SME, Training Facilitator, Content Creator, Continuous Improvement Consultant
MARIA C. PEÑA
VICE PRESIDENT
4xEmmy Nominated Producer, Content Producer & Videographer, Bicultural/Bilingual Journalist, ex - President, National Association of Hispanic Journalists, SF Bay Area Chapter
PRATHIBHA RAMAPRASAD
AT LARGE, INTERNATIONAL
Digital Strategist
Adriana Lopez
TREASURER
Community Liaison & Personal Development Instructor, Real Estate Agent.
KAITLYN GONZALEZ
STUDENT BOARD MEMBER
Youth Advocate & School Council Member
THE ADVISORS
Our Advisors are thought leaders, executives, and professionals who have made a significant contributions in business and to our society. Each and every one of them brings a unique set of skills and expertise to our organization that they share with our membership every year.
SARA LEDTERMAN
FINANCE & INVESTMENT ADVISOR
Sustainability Investing | Venture Capital | Female Founder Advocate | Women in Blockchain
brian bagdasarian
FINANCE & INVESTMENT ADVISOR
CEO/ Founder at Simply Homes | Managing Partner - Simply Capital Management
ha nguyen
FINANCE & INVESTMENT ADVISOR
Founder - Dynasty Ventures
CINDY RODRIGUEZ
TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP ADVISOR
Insurance Consultant | TEDx Speaker | Published Writer
DR. LISA GONZALES
TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP ADVISOR
Chief Business Officer at Mt. Diablo Unified School District
FERNANDA MARIA BARRETO
TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP ADVISOR
Los Angeles Superior Court Judge, ex Los Angeles County DA
TARA NOLAN
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR
Sustainable Growth | Conscious Marketing | Personal Branding | Business Development & PR
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DR. RICARDO WHYTE
MINDSET & RESILIENCE ADVISOR
Psychiatrist | Medical Director at Community Hospital of San Bernadino | Founder - The Master Mind Institute
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kyla sinegal
DEI ADVISOR
Consultant, DEIB Warrior, Student Academic & Equity Champion
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