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Latinx MBA Association's Impact
Here, you'll find a curated selection of articles and media features showcasing how Latinx MBA is driving representation and reshaping corporate spaces. Whether we're amplifying Latinx voices in boardrooms, advocating for equitable opportunities in business, or building the next generation of executive leaders, these stories reflect the progress we're making — alongside you and our growing professional community.
Please send all media requests to:
Ashley Lisseth Hernandez
ashley.hernandez@latinxmba.org
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CEO's Corner - June Reflection
June: Pride, Juneteenth, and Fathers Day June is heating up! We are proud to celebrate Pride Month and Juneteenth—two powerful reminders of resilience, liberation, and the ongoing journey toward true equality. Within our Latinx MBA community, we honor the intersectionality of our identities, uplift our LGBTQ+ members, and stand in solidarity as we celebrate black freedom and history. June 21 is also Father's Day. We want to extend a special recognition to the fathers, father
Richard Velazquez
Jun 14
A New Look for a Growing Community
When the Latinx MBA Association was founded in 2020, our website was built to get us off the ground. Four years later, with a thriving national network of student leaders, annual summits, and a growing alumni community, it was time for our digital home to reflect how far we've come. This redesign is more than a new coat of paint — it's a recommitment to the students, alumni, and partners who make this organization what it is. We took this opportunity to revisit every corner o
Admin Latinx MBA
Jun 2
CEO's Corner - May Reflection
April was a powerful reminder of what it means to show up and just how much momentum our community is building across the country. Over the course of the month, I had the opportunity to engage with leaders, partners, and members in multiple cities, starting in Chicago where I spoke at College Board’s Prepárate Conference. There, I focused on something core to our mission: the pipeline required to increase Latino representation in executive leadership. That pipeline doesn’t st
Richard Velazquez
Jun 1
CEO's Corner - April Reflection
April is all about showing up with intention, with purpose, and in the rooms where opportunity is created. As we kick off the next chapter of our CEO Tour, I’m excited to continue building on the momentum from last year by connecting more deeply with our members, partners, and future sponsors across the country. Whether it’s speaking at the College Board Prepárate Conference in Chicago (an organization that has been a strong supporter of our mission) or engaging with our comm
Richard Velazquez
Mar 31
CEO's Corner - March Reflection
March is a powerful reminder of why our work matters. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, I’m inspired by the mentorship story highlighted in this issue and the launch of our 100x Impact Initiative. Both are powerful examples of how we are building career infrastructure for our community. When we create intentional access to mentorship, capital, executive insight, and emerging tools like AI, we don’t just help individuals advance, we multiply opportunity across our entire
Richard Velazquez
Feb 28
CEO's Corner - February Reflection
As we step into the second month of 2026, I’m energized by the momentum we’re already building, and January was a powerful way to set the tone for the year ahead. Earlier this month, I had the privilege of convening with our Board of Directors in Phoenix for our annual Leadership Retreat. Together, we took a thoughtful and forward-looking approach to refining our strategy for 2026; grounded in our mission, informed by what we’ve learned over the past year, and ambitious about
Richard Velazquez
Jan 31
Speaking Engagement Highlight | Latinx MBA Board Member Nikki Suarez to Moderate Mentorship Panel at Rice Business Women in Leadership Conference
pictured: Nikki Suarez Houston, TX — January 26, 2026 — Nikki Suarez, Community Engagement Manager, Americas at S&P Global, and Board Member of the Latinx MBA Association, will serve as a featured moderator at the Women in Leadership Conference (WILC), hosted by Rice Business. Suarez will moderate “Lift While You Climb: Why Mentorship Matters,” a leadership-forward conversation focused on how mentorship creates access, visibility, and momentum—and how today’s leaders can inte
Admin Latinx MBA
Jan 26
Speaking Engagement Highlight | Latinx MBA Co-Founder Ivan Aragon Joins “Imposter Syndrome 2026” Panel on Identity, Belonging, and Latino Leadership
Ivan Aragon, Co-Founder of the Latinx MBA Association and Owner of Sensibly Home Loans, will participate in a featured leadership panel exploring imposter syndrome, identity, and belonging within Latino professional communities.
Admin Latinx MBA
Jan 22
Speaking Engagement Highlight | Latinx MBA Co-Founder Jessica Leon Addresses University of Idaho’s Barker Trading Program on Access, Capital, and Leadership
Jessica Leon, Co-Founder of the Latinx MBA Association, will serve as a featured guest speaker for the University of Idaho Barker Trading Program
Admin Latinx MBA
Jan 21
CEO's Corner - January Reflection
As we step into January 2026, I want to begin by saying how energized and grateful I feel for this community. A new year always brings a sense of renewal, but this year, that feeling is especially strong for Latinx MBA Association. This week, our Board of Directors and I will be gathering in Phoenix for our annual Board Leadership Retreat. These moments of reflection and planning are critical as we align around our priorities for the year ahead and ensure we are building an o
Richard Velazquez
Dec 31
2025 Summit - Press Release
Latinx MBA Association to Host 5th Annual Leadership Summit, Celebrating Five Years of Impact and Growth
Admin Latinx MBA
Sep 12, 2025
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Ashley Hernandez
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