Latina leaders bring unique strengths and perspectives to the table, and cultivating executive presence is key to thriving at the highest levels. Power, Poise, and Presence is an interactive session designed to help Latina professionals harness their cultural values, project confidence, and lead with authenticity and authority. Participants will learn to align executive presence with their personal and cultural identity, enhance their leadership image, and apply proven techniques in communication and self-presentation. This session empowers Latina leaders to lead with impact and step boldly into their next leadership role.

In this breakout session, we will explore how podcasts are one of today’s fastest-growing content platforms, offering a powerful way to build authentic connections through storytelling and thought leadership. This session explores how podcasting can align with your brand’s purpose to deepen audience engagement. Participants will learn about the growth of the Latino podcast market, how to craft a compelling story to pitch or launch a podcast, and how to integrate podcasting into a broader marketing strategy. It’s time to amplify your voice and harness the power of podcasts to elevate your brand and influence.

Think you’re ready for “la vida real?” In this fun, hands-on financial simulation experience, students will step into the world of “adulting” managing a paycheck, making real-life money decisions, and learning how to “boss up” financially. This interactive workshop simulates real-world financial situations where students learn how to budget, manage expenses, and make smart money choices. Each participant will take on a career with a set salary, credit score and must navigate financial decisions, such as rent, transportation, credit card, and savings.

This session focuses on the unique financial challenges Latinas face, including wage gaps and lower retirement savings, and how these impact long-term financial security. With uncertainty surrounding the future of Social Security, it's essential for young and mid-career Latinas to take a proactive approach to wealth management. Through financial education, strategic planning, and building supplemental income streams, participants will learn how to create a strong foundation for a secure and independent retirement.

Latina representation on community boards, commissions, and corporate boards is critical to building inclusive leadership and driving real change. These roles offer Latinas a platform to advocate for key issues and shape the future of public and private organizations. This panel features dynamic leaders—a corporate C-suite executive, a nonprofit director, a school administrator, and a statewide network leader—who will share their journeys, challenges, and the impact of Latina leadership in decision-making spaces. Together, we’ll explore how increasing Latina participation in these roles strengthens our communities and moves us toward a more equitable future.