THE MOST AWAITED EDITION OF THE YEAR 5OO+ SERVING ON BOARDS OF DIRECTORS OF FORTUNE 1000 COMPANIES AND BEYONG
INTERVIEWS WITH DIRECTORS SHARING THEIR PERSPECTIVES AND EXPERIENCES, THE TRAILBLAZERS WHO ARE PAVING THE WAY FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS. Also Candidates for Boards: Latinos ready to serve on public and private boards
¡Felicidades Monica y Grace!
Cheers to Monica Lozano and Grace Puma for making the Latino Leaders Magazine’s annual list of Latinos on Boards.
We are so proud of your leadership and grateful for all you do. Your Target family celebrates you, today and every day.
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
• A message from LCDA: our partners in this edition Page 26
• Latinos on Boards: presenting our biggest list ever Page 28
• Interview with Adalio Sanchez: sharing his legacy from IBM Page 162
• Maritza Montiel: board director of 3 major companies Page 170
• Candidates to serve on boards Page 188
Business
Human
Adalio Sanchez
My Journey as a Latino on Corporate Boards and C-Suites
Ralph de la Vega
In today’s ever-evolving corporate landscape, diverse boards and C-Suites are essential for fostering innovation, driving growth, and ensuring that all perspectives are heard. As a Latino serving on several corporate boards, I have had the unique opportunity to witness firsthand the transformative power of diverse voices in the boardroom and the C-Suite. My leadership journey has been challenging and rewarding. I hope that by sharing my experiences, I can inspire others to pursue leadership roles and help pave the way for future generations.
Overcoming Obstacles
Entering the corporate world, I was acutely aware of the obstacles I would face in climbing the corporate ladder. From the beginning, I made it a point to excel and seek difficult roles that would hone my leadership and corporate executive skills. My experiences taught me that taking on challenging assignments brings out the best in people. If you can inspire a group of diverse, talented people to give you their best, they will achieve things they thought were impossible. I believe this is the pinnacle of effective leadership – leading people the right way to achieve what they thought would be impossible.
When I was first invited to join a corporate board, it was a significant milestone. It acknowledged my hard work and accumulated wisdom from many diverse assignments over my career. I also realized that being on a board came with substantial responsibilities in providing the appropriate oversight without meddling in a company's management. I learned that the amount and type of oversight required differs depending on each company's type and maturity.
Furthermore, the role also came with the responsibility to provide the viewpoint of underrepresented groups.
The Power of Diverse Perspectives
One of the most striking aspects of serving on boards and C-Suites is witnessing how diverse perspectives can lead to more innovative solutions. I often rely on my rich experiences running global business operations in over 200 countries. These assignments gave me a cultural background that has proven invaluable in decision-making processes and in helping boards and C-Suites consider broader scenarios and outcomes.
For instance, during one of those assignments, I learned about the power of diverse perspectives. It involved listening to the point of view of a young lady that I charged with helping our company acquire a more significant share of the youth market. I was not enamored with her suggested marketing and go-to market strategies. She let me know I was not the “target audience.” I realized that she was right; I funded her marketing plan, which was a huge success. The learning was powerful and clear: to succeed in a particular segment, you must have people from the segment lead the effort and listen to their diverse perspectives. This principle is equally valid when dealing with a board’s strategy and has opened up new avenues for previously unexplored growth.
Advocacy and Mentorship
I have made it a point to mentor young professionals, offering guidance, opportunities, and support as they navigate their careers. I hope to inspire and empower the next generation of leaders by sharing my journey and lessons. I am proud that twenty-
four (24) young executives I have worked with and mentored over the years have become CEOs of a company or business unit. Moreover, I actively support and advocate for policies and initiatives promoting an organization's diversity. Based on my experiences, I am convinced that diverse viewpoints are critical to any business's success and must be nourished.
The Road Ahead
While significant progress has been made, much work remains to be done. Latinos remain underrepresented in corporate boardrooms and C-Suites, and we must strive for greater inclusion. My experiences have shown me that when diverse voices are included in leadership, it leads to better outcomes for everyone.
As we look to the future, I am hopeful that more Latinos will step into leadership roles and bring their unique perspectives to the table. By doing so, we can help shape a corporate culture that values and respects diversity, ultimately driving innovation and success.
Together, We Can Make a Difference
Serving on a corporate board and C-Suite as a Latino has been a profound and fulfilling experience. It has allowed me to contribute to essential decision-making processes and pave the way for future leaders. I encourage my fellow Latinos to pursue these opportunities and remember that our voices are valuable and essential. Together, we can create a more inclusive and dynamic corporate world.
Ralph de la Vega is the former vice-chairman of AT&T Inc. He is the author of the best-selling book “Obstacles Welcome: Turn Adversity to Advantage in Business and Life.” He is also a LinkedIn Influencer, posting regularly on leadership and innovation.
We’re inspired by your leadership.
UnitedHealth Group celebrates Paul Garcia for being recognized in the annual Latinos on Boards issue of Latino Leaders Magazine. We’re grateful to work alongside Paul as we help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Thank you for your leadership, commitment to excellence and passion.
LEADERS HUB WITH JOE
UNLEASHING CHARACTER
STRENGTHS FOR CONFLICT RESOLUTION
FRICTION IN the workplace is inevitable. Differing opinions, personalities, and goals can create sparks that ignite conflict. But how a company manages these clashes determines its overall success and employee well-being.
The traditional approach often focuses on finding a compromise solution that leaves everyone mildly satisfied. However, a more effective strategy lies in harnessing the power of character strengths. These positive psychological traits define who we are, are value-based, and make us feel authentic and engaged. By understanding and utilizing them, we can navigate conflict with greater empathy, creativity, and resilience.
The VIA Institute on Character categorizes 24-character strengths within six virtues: wisdom, courage, humanity, justice, temperance, and transcendence. When faced with conflict, recognizing your own character strengths and those of your colleagues empowers you to approach the situation constructively.
Here is an example on how specific character strengths can act as bridges during conflict, particularly within teams:
• Kindness & Love (Humanity Virtue): These character strengths foster trust and understanding, allowing team members to act as mediators and build bridges between opposing viewpoints.
• Leadership & Fairness (Justice Virtue): Individuals with these character strengths can guide discussions towards solutions that are fair and equitable, while maintaining a respectful atmosphere.
• Social Intelligence & Teamwork (Humanity and Justice Virtues): Understanding the emotions and perspectives of others is crucial. Team members high in these strengths can facilitate productive discussions and identify underlying issues that may be fueling the conflict.
Joe Bacigalupo, MBA, MPEC, ACPEC is a Managing Partner and an Executive Advisor at AlliancesHub International, LLC. AlliancesHub offers Change Management and Strategy Consulting, Talent Optimization and Analytics, Leadership Development, and Executive/ Leadership Coaching services.
While specifics of internal programs are often confidential, there's growing evidence of Fortune 1000 companies leveraging VIA Character Strengths for conflict management:
• Hilton Builds Stronger Teams with VIA Character Strengths: A 2018 Forbes article explored how Hilton Worldwide utilized the VIA Character Strengths Survey to build stronger teams. By understanding their top character strengths, employees leveraged them for more effective collaboration with colleagues. The article highlighted how Hilton used this knowledge to create cross-functional teams with complementary character strengths. This not only fostered better communication but also equipped teams to manage disagreements more constructively.
• MetLife Invests in Leadership Strengths: A 2016 Training Magazine article detailed how MetLife implemented a VIA Character Strengths program for their leadership team. The program focused on helping leaders identify their signature strengths and use them to build trust and inspire their teams. By understanding their character strengths and those of their team members, leaders created a more positive and productive work environment, reducing the likelihood of conflict emerging from misunderstandings or poor communication.
Here are ways to implement a character-strengths based conflict resolution approach in your organization:
• Team-Based Character Strengths Assessments: Consider assessments that evaluate a team's collective strengths, alongside individual assessments like the VIA Character Strengths Survey. This can provide valuable insights into areas of strength and areas for development in relationship management.
• Character Strengths-Based Team Building Activities: Create workshops or activities that encourage team members to identify their strengths and how they can be used to build trust and collaboration within the team.
• Character Strengths-Based Recognition for Teams: Recognize and celebrate instances where teams utilize their strengths to overcome challenges or build strong relationships.
By understanding and leveraging character strengths, organizations can move from conflict resolution to conflict prevention. When employees, particularly within teams, feel valued for their unique contributions and equipped to collaborate effectively, the entire organization benefits. This shift from managing conflict to preventing it through a focus on character strengths fosters a more positive and productive work environment for everyone.
If you want to learn more about how to apply a Character-Strengths Conflict Management approach in your organization, contact AlliancesHub for more information.
By William Hanhausen Courtesy of Clovis Postali Carlos Cuevas
BEYOND THE BRUSH:
CLOVIS POSTALI
STANDS THERE ONCE IN FOCUS, IN A MODERN IMAGINARY APOCALYPTIC ABSTRACTION
Clovis Postali is a prolific artist who seemingly lounges aimlessly yet remains acutely observant of human society. His adventurous and energetic narrative is evident in every step of his life's journey. Trained as a mechanical engineer, Clovis bases his work on the simple principle of vanishing points. He embodies the Renaissance Man, adhering to the seven principles of art: Balance, Movement, Rhythm, Pattern, Contrast, Unity, and Emphasis.
Clovis stands out as a modest cultural container, offering a unique perspective shaped by his experiences as an expatriate. Born in Brazil, this Latino artist's work may initially seem perplexing, given his pre-artistry life steeped in museum visits. These visits, ignited by his passion for art, took him around the world, absorbing the hues and characteristics of Europe and settling in Mexico and Africa, before calling the United States his home.
Clovis is a dynamic and authoritative autodidact, a sentinel figure whose work exudes a rebellious attitude intertwined with a curious identification with the human condition. His art invites viewers on unpredictable journeys into unknown dimensions, using distinctive techniques that create depth and evoke complex emotions.
In his studio, Clovis creates urgency and consequence. His process involves layering oil paint over acrylic, constructing images directly on the canvas with minimal preliminary sketches. He employs brushes, knives, and various tools to create textures and contrasting colors, reflecting his thoughts on current subjects, especially environmental issues, and his love for life and the world.
Clovis' philosophy of art is that it has the power to evoke profound emotions and engage with the human condition. His use of color achieves a luminescent effect, expressing emotions and opening doors to what he calls "The Modern Imaginary Abstraction."
Visiting Clovis' studio is an event in itself. It demands decisive action from potential buyers, as his work transcends merely handling brushes and mixing colors; it creates space itself. His paintings materialize places and situations where he'd like to be, reflecting his belief that "Art makes me happy and complete."-CP
At the beginning of Clovis' artistic career, his critique of authority manifested through monumental geometry, influenced by his engineering background. Over time, these references evolved into a complex language, symbolizing deeper psychological tensions and mathematical rigor.
His work features a three-part presentation: a selected action, a giant doorman reaction, and the translation movement in the viewer's intellect. His series of paintings, such as "The Cyclists" “The Sails” and "The Unspoiled Giants," explore themes of freedom, resolution, and the majesty of nature.
"The Cyclists" series portrays relaxed, playful figures on bicycles, symbolizing dreams and fulfillment. The incandescent colors represent the movement and friction of the wheels, with cyclists' heads dissolving into bright backgrounds, reflecting their immersion and contentment relation with the landscape.
"The Unspoiled Giants" series is a tribute to the planet's majestic geography and vital elements. These abstract landscapes depict mountains surrounded by deep waters, covered in snow and ice, safe from human predation and preserved for a rational and sensible future.
“Sails”, the process of making becomes more easy-going, more comfortable, when switched on by something given rather than hesitantly started by an unassisted projection of the artist's energy onto the forbidding surface of a blank canvas.”
Clovis is an artist who establishes a relationship with the world through his own experience, by creating a place where his expression can exist and liberate others. Adding to that, the strength of this liberation, adequate compensation for his commitment, is utterly vital in a world where we see freedom being submerged all around us.
His art conceals as much as it reveals, in an intimacy rhetoric deprived of interference, where both the dominance of linear time and the gravitational pull of a single easily digestible message are diminished. His work is done when intuition tells him it's finished, and only then, he leaves the studio.
As Anselm Kiefer could possibly note about Postali’s work, "The spirit of prolific curiosity affects us not simply because it animates one’s activities, but also because it animates us as agents of our own inquiries". Clovis’ virtue lies in his ability to offer counsel; while it may explain the world, it does so one image at a time.
MITRE CONNECTS GOVERNANCE AND CULTURE
ADALIO T. SANCHEZ
YVETTE MELÉNDEZ
MICHAEL HUERTA
Alexis
LATINOS ON FIRE TAKING JAZZ BY STORM!
Alexis Langagne F. Izquierdo
columnist,
I’VE HEARD few people say that they don’t like jazz; that they find it at times boring, with too much improvisation, unusual tones, odd times, and “un-danceable” …. but that is usually because they have never listened to formidable Latinos creating the most dynamic, colorful, and entertaining “jazz” – I’d venture to say that nowadays Latinos are creating the most exciting jazz around the world!
Latin Jazz takes influences from Latin genres like salsa, merengue, danzon, tango, bolero, and others; and these 5 Latino immigrants have taken it to the next level. Before you listen to this music, make sure you fasten your seat belt! Vote “Latin Jazz”!
Michel Camilo (Dominican Republic) was born with fire in his hands and soul. Pianist, composer, and orchestra director; at age 25 he moved from Santo Domingo to NYC to study Classical at Julliard. Camilo won the first Latin Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album. I’ve seen Camilo live 5 times “attacking” his piano with unbelievable speed and precision, check him out leading a thrilling trio that sounds like a full orchestra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axTfqxahqEE
Gonzalo Rubalcaba (Cuba) was born with fire in his hands and a scientist's brain. Pianist and composer; at age 28 moved from Havana to Santo Domingo and 3 years later to Miami. He has won two Grammys, two Latin Grammys, and was designated one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century by Piano & Keyboard magazine. This duet with legendary guitarist Al Di Meola is what I would call an exhilarating mathematical poem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9YZWWzUv7w
Antonio Sanchez (Mexico) was born with fire in his hands and feet. Drummer and composer. At age 22 moved from Mexico City to Boston to study at Berklee College of Music. He
Nowadays Latinos are creating the most exciting jazz around the world!
has won a Grammy Award and a Golden Globe Award nomination for the Birdman film score composition. He became famous in the jazz World when hired by legendary guitarist Pat Metheny, but my favorite of his performances is with Avishai Cohen’s band:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCinl2Fe_VE
Arturo Sandoval (Cuba) was born with fire in his lungs. Trumpetist and composer. From Havana, at age 40 defected to the USA being in Athens, Greece. Fully “bi-lingual” in Classical and Jazz. He has won 10 Grammy Awards and an Emmy Award. Andy Garcia plays Arturo in his biographical movie “For Love or Country”. Check Arturo reaching impossible notes playing the US National Anthem at the Superbowl: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcK8XbS5BuM
Alex Acuña (Peru) was born with fire in his hands and heart. Percussionist and drummer. Born in Pativlica, moved to Lima, at age 21 moved to Puerto Rico, and 9 years later to Las Vegas. Alex has played with the most diverse and extensive list of artists, including Elvis Presley, U2, Paul McCartney, Michael Jackson, Placido Domingo, Christina Aguilera and others. This beautiful blend of jazz, new age and Andean music by Argentinean composer Bernardo Rubaja will make you feel optimistic and will put a smile on your face: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rj26WFh74g&list=OLAK5uy_ lNXkasuiIg48S7Oa7Gs-KiH4zRaPqWr94
CIGARDEN CLUB
BY FRANCISCO ARIAS
A JOURNEY TO SAN ANDRES TUXTLA: A TOBACCO ENTHUSIAST’S DELIGHT
Recently, I had the pleasure of traveling to the picturesque San Andres Tuxtla Valley in Veracruz, Mexico, known for its rich tobacco heritage. My destination was the renowned Turrent factory, a cornerstone of the cigar industry.
The Turrent family has been in the tobacco industry since 1880 and is now in its sixth generation, cultivating the world-famous Negro San Andres Tobacco, as well as Habano San Andres, Habano Criollo, Habano 2000, Sumatra, and Connecticut.
At the recommendation of Alejandro Turrent, the current steward of this legacy, I stayed at Hotel La Finca, situated on the serene shores of Lake Catemaco. The hotel offered magnificent views of the lake, which from my room, felt like an invitation to relax and light up my first stogie. The fresh breeze from the lake added to the ambiance, making it an ideal setting for enjoying a fine cigar.
However, my visit was not just for leisure. Alejandro and I embarked on an in-depth exploration of the cigar-making process. Our conversation, which spanned almost three days, covered every aspect of tobacco and cigars. We delved into the meticulous stages involved in crafting cigars, from seed to retail store. This comprehensive journey provided me with a profound appreciation for the art and science behind each Te Amo cigar.
Our discussions centered on the Te Amo brand, which is distributed in the United States through Altadis USA, a powerhouse in the cigar industry.
Early this year, Alejandro Turrent unveiled a newly revamped box and band, along with a reformulated tobacco blend. The new version presents a medium-strength smoke featuring a well-aged Habano San Andrés wrapper, a five-year-old Negro San Andrés binder, and an all-Habano San Andrés filler with its characteristic. It is available in three sizes: 6 x 60 Magnum, 6 x 52 Toro, and 5 x 54 Robusto. Prices ranges from $10.39 to $12.71
This magnificent cigar with its medium-strength smoke pairs remarkably well with Tomintoul Cigar Malt
Speyside single malt Scotch whisky, matured in Oloroso Sherry Cask barrels. The cigar's subtle sweetness and warm notes complement the whisky's rich sherry undertones, creamy malt profile, and gentle peat smoke. Together, they create a harmonious blend of flavors, where the fruity and spiced nuances of the cigar enhance the smooth, slightly sweet, and complex characteristics of the whisky, resulting in a truly refined and enjoyable organoleptic experience.
My trip to San Andres Tuxtla and stay at Lake Catemaco was an enriching experience, blending the tranquility of nature with the rich heritage of tobacco cultivation. The Turrent family's dedication to quality and tradition in the cigar industry is truly inspiring, and the Te Amo cigars remain a testament to their enduring legacy.
Francisco Arias Cigar Sommelier
TENACITY TO SHINE
Gabriela Smith has turned all her life experiences into an asset in her law firm
Joseph Treviño
Courtesy of Gabriela Smith F. Izquierdo
SHE WENT THROUGH law school and was among the top students of her class, paid her dues, landed an excellent job with a big law firm, but some of her colleagues could never get past the fact that Gabriela Smith was Latina and spoke with an accent.
"Being completely bilingual and having an international background, Smith, then 26 and a junior lawyer working on high-profile cases, thought these traits were highly valued at her workplace.
She was wrong.
IN THE LEGAL WORLD, SMITH HAS FOUND HER NICHE. SHE DISCOVERED THE GROWING LATINO MARKET, WHERE INTERNATIONAL COMPANIES ARE EAGER TO MOVE INTO THE U.S. AND NEED LEGAL SERVICES IN THEIR OWN LANGUAGE AND TRADITIONS.
She heard back from co-workers who were worried about her mien and inflection. In the courtroom people would often confuse Smith with a transcriber or someone’s aide, but never as an attorney.
“The last thing they would guess is that I was a lawyer. I was a court reporter or somebody’s secretary, not a lawyer,” Smith recalled, who is the founder and Managing Partner at GNS Law, a boutique law firm.
“Being an immigrant has a little bit of a layer too because you have an accent, you speak different, you sound a little bit different. It definitely shapes some of your experience.”
Still, Smith, decided she was not going to let the perceptions of others set her back. In fact, she chose to turn them around.
“You just need to know how to navigate it well, to leverage that as a positive thing and not allow it to be a negative thing and just stay very, very positive,” she said. “Despite not being in the majority or whatever, there are still so many opportunities.”
Smith found them once she left the big law firm and started her own Dallasbased company, GNS Law. Currently the firm serves family offices, business owners, investors, and companies in business and corporate law.
GNS Law’s clients include some of the fastest growing private companies and minority owned in several fields including digital, innovation, software, services, and renewable energy sectors. Smith’s international background, Latino culture, and mastery of Spanish, which were seen as a negative in her past job, are currently viewed as a boon by her global clients.
The long road to Dallas
Born in Argentina, Smith knew she wanted to be a lawyer ever since she can remember. Her greatgrandfather was a lawyer and other people in her family had also worked in law.
“But I'm the only one in my generation,” she said. “We have some doctors and lawyers. In the U.S. I’m first of my family to come here and continue with that.”
When she was 12, her family had to move to Bolivia. In 2001, at the age of 19 she relocated to the U.S, where she attended
California State University, graduating summa cum laude in the major of Political Science (2004). She obtained her Juris Doctor degree, summa cum laude, from Widener Law (now, Delaware Law School) in 2008.
After her stint in the large firm, Smith and her husband moved to Texas, where she founded GNS Law in 2014, when her oldest child was three years old and her youngest child could barely walk.
Smith created her own website with her old computer. She had no clients; “yet it only took her two weeks to find GNS Law’s first client”
The niche
Beyond law, Smith considers herself a life enthusiast, a constant tennis player and a half marathoner. She is also a devoted mother of two and “a wife of a busy doctor.”
But in the legal world, Smith has found her niche. She discovered the growing Latino market, where international companies are eager to move into the U.S. and need legal services in their own language and traditions.
“They see that as an asset. They say, ‘oh, she's from Argentina, she understands South America, but she also has lived in US for over 23 years and went to school here. She gets both sides.’ Then the same with experience, ‘she has worked for a big firm; she's been in the corporate world in the U.S.’ I found a niche where I can actually leverage all the things I have experienced and may turn them into a very positive asset,” Smith said. So, what’s Smith’s advice for young Latinas? She encourages them to be fearless, to find out their options in a corporate career, find mentors and sponsors who will work with them.
“Just don't be afraid to just do it. Just literally do what you want to do, follow your gut, and don't let anybody tell you what you should or shouldn't because of what you know, how you speak, what you look like, what your hair, your face, whatever. If people are telling you that, they are not the right people.”
Congratulations, Sofia Santos, on your “100 Latinas 2024” recognition!
Your passion for diversity of thought and inclusion is foundational to our success. At Bank of America, we believe our workforce must represent the communities we serve. Achieving strong results starts with teammates like Sofia.
Our diversity makes us stronger, allowing us to bring broad perspectives together to meet the needs of our diverse stakeholders. The message is clear: You can succeed here.
What would you like the power to do?
Sofia Santos is the head of Retail, Preferred and Small Business Strategy for Bank of America.
WELLNESS FACILITATOR FOR LATINAS
Interview with Aideé Granados, Founder of ROSAesROJO
1. Share the background story for Rosa es Rojo?
AG: ROSAesROJO was founded for and by Hispanic women. When I underwent cancer treatment in 2013, after I had immigrated to the U.S. from Mexico in 2012. I witnessed firsthand the role that social determinants of health such as economic status, acculturation, language barriers, and a lack of health literacy play in preventing good outcomes. And I confronted a system that often prescribes without due consideration for culture, ethnicity, and roots. In response, I launched ROSAesROJO as a digital blog designed to accompany Hispanic women and their communities on their journey to good health.
ROSAesROJO delivers health and well-being education to Hispanic women and their families in the U.S. by creating Positive Health Communities where culturally tailored and accessible chronic disease prevention programs are at the center. We use four pillars to drive equitable whole health behavioral change: Nutrition, Mental Health, Physical Activity, and Empowered Health.
Now staffed by a team of six and supported by eleven board members, twelve wellness facilitators, and 30+ volunteers, ROSAesROJO is building the capacity to increase our reach in the Hispanic community every year.
2. How are you working to empower more Latinas?
AG: Our work addresses health inequities by dismantling cultural, income, language, and education barriers to well-being with resources that are affordable, in Spanish, and developed for and by
Hispanic women. We are leading more Latinas to live healthier lives and reduce the incidence of chronic diseases among them.
It's crucial to say that we haven't been able to do this alone; we have partners in the community making this a reality, like Comerica Bank, who has supported us in continuing to create wellness content to address financial wellness and other health and wellbeing topics for the community we serve. We are deeply grateful for Comerica's ongoing support, which has been instrumental in helping us fulfill our mission and grow our impact.
To empower more Latinas, we emphasize valuing the skills and strengths of our participants. They arrive already showing tremendous resilience, courage, generosity, empathy, determination, and creativity.
To date, ROSAesROJO has delivered 50,000+ hours of wellness education and served more than 1,600 women in the US with the resources, action plans, and support networks they need to make positive health changes.
3. How can Latinos advance onto more non-for-profit boards?
AG: Latinos, the largest historically marginalized community in the United States, have a monumental potential to INFLUENCE. Being involved in social change is critical, and an essential yet complex component is necessary: true generosity. Are we willing to be generous?
We need to GIVE, for it is through this act that we can truly transform a community, family, business, society, and country. I believe in the power of our generosity to bring about positive change.
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"WE NEED MORE LATINX WILLING TO GIVE OUR TIME, CAPITAL, CONNECTIONS, AND TESTIMONIES."
We need more Latinx willing to give our time, capital, connections, and testimonies. We generally offer to support family, faith, and community causes. Well, let's raise our hands and seek involvement on nonprofit boards. We shouldn't wait to be invited. We need to define our cause and WHY and seek out organizations that can benefit from our active participation, true giving, and influence today.
By taking proactive steps to get involved, we can ensure that our voices are heard and that we are actively contributing to the improvement of our communities.
4. What is the advantage of serving on non-for-profit boards versus corporate boards?
AG: The advantages are distinct, and I don't mean to imply that one is superior to the other. Our participation and influence on nonprofit and for-profit boards are both necessary and crucial.
Serving on nonprofit boards offers unique benefits, such as experiencing firsthand social impact in historically marginalized communities. This impact leads to positive changes, including improved health, income, education outcomes, and the knowledge that we are sowing the seeds for generational change.
Participating in nonprofit boards offers opportunities for personal and professional growth. It is invaluable to contribute our skills in service to others. In doing so, we often find that we receive more than we give; this is a guarantee. Additionally,
we connect with equally generous individuals, benefiting from their experiences and creating lasting support networks.
5. What are your plans for the future of Rosa es Rojo?
AG: The ROSAesROJO approach is innovative in North TX, no other organization is focused on wellness and prevention to reach Hispanic women in Spanish exclusively, using culturally relevant content. Now, we are planning to help healthcare professionals undergo training to engage in new discussions promoting 'Positive Health' with their patients and communities.
We have developed a deep awareness to understand the barriers to access to health in our community. The board of directors, team and volunteers now have a clearer vision of how to dismantle them and who to collaborate with. Our community programs are changing paradigms and unhealthy behaviors, establishing alliances with organizations to achieve this.
We understand that self-care alone can't heal communities; we need community-care. We are challenging the way we address health by focusing not only on the person affected, but also on each person’s capacity to affect healthy changes in— and be supported by— her wider family and community. Through our programming, we build intentional communities of support among participants and lay the foundations for them to independently grow those relationships.
FUNDING LATINO DREAMS
ARMANDO ZUMAYA
FOUNDER OF SOMOS EL PODER
1. Briefly share the story behind Somos el Poder.
AZ: I'm the organization's founder, and that was my vision. However, my board had the experience of raising money for and from Latinos in the US, while we heard other people who didn't know fundraising saying that wasn't possible. My whole life, I have heard, "Latinos don't give." However, my experience and the experience of other professional fundraisers were utterly different. We realized as a group there was no way to advance Latino organizations and movements in the United States unless they were well funded. The real source of our funding is not only foundations and corporation but our own people. So, we founded the Institute to ensure that the Latinos who wanted to build their fundraising but could not because of a lack of knowledge could find a place to receive that knowledge. We've already seen some early success from that model.
2. What led you to a professional journey in philanthropy?
AZ: I wanted to do more with my life than just make money. I wanted to be able to help my fellow Latinos make a better life and protect our rights from injustice and racism. I wanted to have my insignificant life make some difference. So, I became a fundraiser to help power important movements nationwide.
3. What life experiences have shaped you the most?
AZ: I grew up around a lot of poverty and injustice as a young man. I grew up in Boyle Heights, East Los Angeles, during the Chicano moratorium. I saw injustice on the streets with police violence, and I became aware that our schools were inferior to white schools in Los Angeles. These are early life experiences, but as a fundraiser, I've seen the power of fundraising to empower people who didn't know they were powerful. It's transformational when you help Latinos build their fundraising from their people. That experience changed me tremendously; I realized that people who say "Latinos don't give " don't know what they're talking about.
4. What plans do you have for the future of Somos El Poder?
AZ: We want to reach every Latino nonprofit in the country. We want to build a new normal of Latino Fundraising and Latino Giving; it could be game-changing for our people and our country. If we are organized and influential fundraisers, there's no telling all the good we could do for this country.
WE WANT TO BUILD A NEW NORMAL OF LATINO FUNDRAISING AND LATINO GIVING; IT COULD BE GAME-CHANGING FOR OUR PEOPLE AND OUR COUNTRY
5. What are the main challenges Chicanos face in the US?
AZ: We face both external and internal walls. Overwhelmingly, they were given inferior educations. Our entrepreneurs have fewer opportunities and are denied Capital regularly. We must overcome structural barriers like that all the time. However, what's harder to see is the internalized racism a lot of people carry around. They are told they're less in many ways and tend to believe it. We're also too fractionalized as a people sometimes. So it's not just about Chicanos; it's about all Latinos.
6. How are you working to empower the next generation of Latinos who want to break down barriers?
AZ: Well, it's straightforward. We're teaching them to raise money for great causes. There is something inherently empowering about fundraising that people only understand if you have done it. If you raise $1 million for an organization, you see great things done with that money. Many of our leaders now only think about the survival of their organizations rather than growth. When you raise money and learn fundraising, you feel more about growth and the potential to do better. It's the missing piece for Latinos in the US today. To harness our incredible financial power for good. Through Fundraising and Giving.
Courtesy of Somos El Poder
THE STORY BEHIND RADICAL
EUGENIO DERBEZ, MEXICAN ACTOR,
TALKS ABOUT HIS LATEST PROJECT
Joseph Treviño Radical Movie & UNETE Carlos Cuevas
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Eugenio Derbez’s story
For decades, Eugenino Derbez has been Mexico’s top comedian and movie star, garnering hit after hit on television and big screen, making millions laugh.
Known mostly for wildly popular television sitcoms like LafamiliaP.Lucheand hit movies like Instructionsnotincluded , Derbez is changing his focus to more significant projects. Derbez is on a serious mission and it’s no laughing matter. He wants to spearhead a movement in Hollywood that could take Latinos out of negative stereotypical roles in cinema and put them in a more constructive light.
“Since I arrived [to Hollywood] I started with this search for story scripts that would really touch the heart. I realized for most of the stories that the studios offered, every time they called me it was to negatively portray a Latino. I said, ‘no, I must change that perception of Latinos. It can’t be that every time they want a thug,’” he said. “The United States should understand that it is no longer just white people. That is the big problem—they continue to see us as a minority. We are no longer a minority; we are really part of this country. The country would not function if it weren’t for Latinos. Period.”
Once upon a time in Mexico
Eugenio Derbez, the son of actress Sylvia Derbez and publicist Eugenio González Salas, would become among the country’s most popular comedians. Born in Mexico City, Derbez showed an interest in acting from an early age.
In the early 1980s he was acting in popular, seminal Mexican sitcoms like Cachún, Cachún Ra Ra . And by 1988, he was appearing in the popular comedy show, Anabel
At first, he wanted to be a more dramatic actor, but others discovered he had a knack for comedy. By 1992 he was hosting AlderechoyalDerbez—his career took off.
La familia P. Luche , which first aired in 2002, became one of Mexico’s all-time favorite sitcoms. In it, Derbez plays “Ludovico,” the father of a family program that took the country by storm and though it last aired in 2012, and is often seen on reruns even today.
Hollywood-bound
In the 2010’s he was already acting in Hollywood films. His hard work in Hollywood paid off when he produced, starred, and directed Instructions not included (No se aceptandevoluciones). The 2013 movie shows Derbez as a playboy who is abruptly burdened with a love child.
“No one believed in me, no one believed in that project, so I had to believe in myself as a television comedian, but when I wanted to get out of that box in which they had labeled me, no one wanted to support me,” Derbez recalled. “I had to make it myself and I had to throw all my effort into being able to finally realize that dream I had to tell deeper stories.”
The film was a runaway hit, becoming the most successful Mexican movie to date, earning $100 million worldwide. The flick and Derbez’s popularity led a Variety poll to name him as the most influential Latino in the world.
“And because of that I said, ‘I need to change and use that power that the people are giving me to be someone who influences Latinos and use it in a positive way,’”
Derbez’ latest effort is RADICAL . The 2023 flick, which is partly produced by him, is based on a Wiredarticle, “A Radical Way of Unleashing a Generation of Geniuses” by Joshua Davis.
A radical approach
Among several of Derbez’s recent projects, his latest movie, RADICAL , is what he is talking about when he refers to more meaningful works. The movie revolves around the true story of an unconventional teacher in Matamoros, Mexico, named Sergio Juárez Correa (Señor Juárez). Señor Juárez applied revolutionary, offbeat methods to inspire his elementary school students. Despite living a life surrounded by border violence, drugs and depression, his students end up being among the country’s best, thanks to their teacher’s faith in them and their abilities to learn and inspire others.
Eugenio deeply believes that, “we should make education much more personalized, and that's why I really liked the theme of RADICAL . I hope this movie starts a global conversation and that education can change to become much more personalized.”
RADICAL received the “Festival Favorite” award at Sundance, with reviewers comparing it to other wellknown teacher-centered flicks like StandandDeliverand Leanonme .
“Speaking of RADICAL , I want to share that I had the opportunity to meet the directors of an organization called UNETE, which has been working for 25 years to reduce the digital divide in public schools located in highly vulnerable areas of Mexico.
UNETE’s intervention model is very interesting; they start by bringing technology to schools through the provision of media classrooms, which opens up an infinite world of knowledge and a renewed way of learning and teaching for both teachers and students. UNETE is a real reflection
of what Radical shows.”
Currently, UNETE has an active campaign called "UNETE and be RADICAL," which aims to equip 25 classrooms across Mexico, starting with three schools located in Matamoros, the city where RADICAL originated. This campaign needs EVERYONE to become a reality. Visit UNETE and be RADICAL: https://radical.unete.org/. Our generosity can change the present and future of many children, young people, and teachers through education and technology.
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Snowball effect
Despite being a drama and a comedy, RADICALtouches on the fact that education has not changed in at least 100 years, he said. Education puts kids in a bubble, where everyone must learn the same things, often stifling creativity, and science and if children don’t go along with the program they are labeled as being dumb, as losers.
“But those so-called losers are the ones who end up getting their families ahead in life,” he said. “We should make education much more personalized and that is why I really liked the theme of RADICAL. I hope that this film starts a conversation worldwide and that education can change and be much more personalized.”
Then there’s Acapulco , Derbez’s hit series now airing on Apple TV.
Set in the famous Mexican resort town in the mid1980s, the production is a feel-good, wholesome comedy series aimed for families, Derbez said.
“Right now, if you want to see a series with your children it’s impossible because they are all about sex, drugs, murders, kidnappings, and blood violence. This is a series that you can watch with your children, that you can watch with your grandmother and that speaks well of Mexico,” Derbez said.
Acapulco is now in its third season. Like RADICAL , Acapulco is a family-oriented, bilingual production. The key magic about Derbez’s productions is that every viewer is made to feel welcome, not only Latinos. That’s why he insists that his works must be in English and Spanish.
Derbez says arduous work, a never say die attitude, and staying positive is paying off. Though works like Acapulco are aimed at a more mainstream audience, he keeps displaying more Latino talent and hopes to enlist the media to help in his crusade.
He said: “please talk as much as possible about my projects in the United States. We can continue to grow; we can make a snowball effect.”
https://radical.unete.org/ Our generosity can change the present and future of many children, young people, and teachers through education and technology. Visit radical
At American Tower, our culture is anchored in mutual respect and we recognize that diversity brings fresh ideas to the business, creates empathy and helps us stay better connected to our stakeholders.
This diversity is exemplified by the directors of our Board, like Grace Lieblein, who provide guidance and support toward our common vision of building a more connected world.
UNETE and be RADICAL
Mexican fundraising initiative, created in partnership with Eugenio Derbez, that supports quality education through technology.
UNETE is a nonprofit civil organization with 25 years of experience, dedicated to improving quality and equity of education in Mexico through the integration of technology into the classrooms of public schools Our pedagogical model encompasses everything, from providing technological equipment with internet access, to strengthening teachers' digital skills through training and support.
More than 15% of media classrooms in public elementary and high schools in Mexico have been equipped by UNETE and its allies
Our program has reached all 32 states and in 50% of municipalities in the country To date, we have impacted 9,614 schools, 5,389,685 students, and 117,675 teachers.
Inspired by the movie Radical (based on a true story), which addresses the challenges in Mexico's public schools and tells the story of an innovative teacher, Sergio, who implements a radical approach to educate his students amidst challenges like abandonment, corruption, and violence Eugenio Derbez partnered with us to launch the 'UNETE and be RADICAL' Campaign.
Technology enables students to explore, discover, and learn things they could never have imagined, even in their dreams!
This partnership aims to ensure that 25 schools across Mexico, including the school featured in the film, Sergio's current school, and Laura's, his wife, school, have access to the possibility of having a media classroom that allows them to see beyond their school. Technology is the master key
Campaign: www.radical.unete.org
that will allow them to open countless doors to knowledge and personal growth. It will empower them as students and enable them to harness technology to lead them to a more prosperous and promising future.
Let’s make a radical difference in the education and future of many children, youngsters, and teachers in Mexico, through technology and education. Join us today to make a RADICAL impact in their life.
Tere Aguilar Álvarez, CEO of UNETE / Eugenio Derbez, Productor and Actor.
LATINOS ON BOARDS 2024
LCDA:
A DECADE OF TRANSFORMATIVE IMPACT ON CORPORATE BOARD DIVERSITY
ELIZABETH OLIVER-FARROW, LCDA BOARD CHAIR
THE LATINO CORPORATE Directors Association (LCDA) was founded with a clear and urgent mission: to increase Latino representation in corporate boardrooms across the United States. Recognizing that Latinos held a disproportionately small number of board seats despite being a substantial and growing segment of the US population, LCDA’s founders set out to create pathways for Latino leaders to enter and thrive at the highest levels of corporate leadership.
Elevating Representation
Over the last three years, LCDA has significantly boosted Latino representation on Fortune 500 boards from 3.7% to 5.4%, a 1.7% increase. This contrasts sharply with the period from 2010 to 2020, where Latino representation only rose from 3% to 3.7%, a mere 0.7% increase.
One of its most notable achievements is that LCDA members now occupy over 30% of the board seats held by Latinos on Fortune 1000 companies. LCDA's success highlights the effectiveness of its strategies and its role as a resource for exceptional board talent.
Membership Growth: As the largest network of US Latinos serving on corporate boards and in the C-Suite, LCDA’s network includes over 600 board-proven and board-aspiring leaders, including over 250 members serving on boards of major companies such as Target, HP, Ford Motor Company, Southwest Airlines, Casey’s General Stores, Honeywell International, United Airlines, Bank of America, Ryder, AutoZone, Archer Daniels Midland, and Zions Bancorporation.
Building the Pipeline: The Latino Corporate Directors Education Foundation’s (LCDEF) premiere BoardReady Institute (BRI) is acomprehensive, in-person program uniquely designed to prepare and
position aspiring directors for boardroom success. Along with long-standing partner KPMG, LCDEF has produced 9 board readiness programs with over 300 leaders completing the course.
Expanding Networks: Since 2016, LCDA has hosted the Annual Board Leaders Convening, the largest gathering of Latino business leaders at the pinnacle of corporate leadership and governance. This member and partner event brings together board-proven and board-aspiring members, CEOs, diversity allies, corporate partners including; Fortune 1000 companies, private equity, and search firms. For the first time, LCDA is heading to Miami for its 9th Annual Board Leaders Convening in November.
Key Resource: With over 800 board opportunities supported, LCDA is a preeminent talent sourcing solution for corporate boards, search firms, and private equity. LCDA provides access to exceptional Latino board talent, helping these entities diversify their leadership and expand their networks. This effort promotes inclusive recruiting and sourcing best practices and integrates Latino leaders into influential corporate governance roles.
A Vision for the Future
Despite the progress made, there is still much work to be done. According to the 2023 Latino Board Monitor, 60% of Fortune 1000 companies still lack Latino representation on their corporate boards. This statistic underscores the necessity of LCDA's ongoing efforts and the urgency of its mission.
LCDA envisions a future where Latino representation in corporate boardrooms is the norm rather than the exception. To achieve this vision, the association is committed to several key initiatives:
Raise Awareness: LCDA collaborates
with leading industry partners to raise awareness of the importance of Latino inclusion on corporate boards in an effort to increase Latino representation on boards.
Visibility: LCDA aims to elevate Latino talent by promoting transparency and accountability to ensure that progress is continuously monitored and shared.
Partnership: LCDA understands the power of collaboration. By forging strong partnerships with corporations, search firms, and other stakeholders, LCDA can multiply its impact and accelerate Latino representation in corporate governance.
Talent: LCDA remains the preeminent association and trusted source for corporations and search firms seeking to diversify their boards. By bridging network gaps and influencing the candidate pool, LCDA is set to catalyze a new era of transformation in corporate boardrooms.
As LCDA advances, our commitment to increasing Latino representation in corporate boardrooms remains unwavering. With continued advocacy, visibility, partnerships, and innovative solutions, we continue to lead the charge toward a more inclusive and representative corporate America.
Courtesy of LCDA Carlos Cuevas
BEYOND DIVERSITY:
HOW LCDA IS CHANGING THE GAME
OZZIE GROMADA MEZA, LCDA PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Courtesy of LCDA Carlos Cuevas
DESPITE PROGRESS in enhancing diversity on corporate boards, Latinos remain significantly underrepresented. This issue extends beyond superficial initiatives, demanding a deeper and more focused approach. Looking to 2025 and beyond, the Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA) is leading the charge with a data-driven strategy to raise awareness and increase Latino representation in corporate leadership.
The rapid growth and substantial economic impact of the Latino community, contributing $3.2 trillion in GDP, highlight the urgency of this effort. The LCDA 2023 Latino Board Monitor reveals a mere 1.7 percent increase in Latino representation on Fortune 1000 boards since 2020. This modest growth starkly contrasts with projections from the Alliance for Board Diversity, which anticipates Latinos will comprise nearly 28 percent of the U.S. population by 2060, yet hold only 9.2 percent of Fortune 500 board positions.
The Economic Importance of Representation
Including Latinos in corporate boardrooms is an economic imperative. Latino purchasing power and influence are growing rapidly, making their representation in corporate leadership crucial for tapping into a market worth over $660 billion. According to the Latino Donor Collaborative, the U.S. Latino economy ranks as the fifth largest in the world, surpassing the economies of France, the United Kingdom, and India. Companies that overlook or undervalue this demographic risk missing significant revenue and growth opportunities.
Solutions for Greater Inclusion
Biases in recruiting remain a significant barrier. Relying on physical characteristics or Hispanic surnames to identify Latino talent is both unfair and ineffective, as Latinos are diverse, with varied backgrounds and appearances. Addressing these biases requires a multifaceted approach:
Adopt Equitable Sourcing Tactics: Companies should actively seek candidates from diverse sources, expanding the talent pool and promoting diversity in recruitment.
Promote Disaggregated Data Disclosure: Transparency through detailed data helps accurately represent ethnic and racial identities, uncovering overlooked talent pools.
Request Inclusive Recruiting Teams: Diverse recruiting teams bring varied perspectives and recognize unique qualifications, fostering equity and inclusion.
The Road Ahead: Utilizing a Data- Driven Strategy
LCDA’s systematic, solution-based approach to inclusive sourcing and recruiting leverages data innovatively, enabling the organization to identify and cultivate Latino talent poised for boardroom roles. Here’s how:
Proactive Talent Identification: By analyzing extensive data sets, LCDA identifies Latino professionals ready for boardroom responsibilities. This ensures a robust pipeline of qualified candidates for corporate boards.
Relationship Mapping: Data insights enable LCDA to map existing corporate relationships and networks accurately. This facilitates targeted outreach and engagement with potential board candidates, enhancing strategic connections.
Opportunity Recognition: LCDA utilizes data to pinpoint opportunities where Latino representation is lacking. This includes targeting organizations with board members aged over 70, those lacking 30% female representation, and companies with retiring LCDA members.
LCDA's data insights go beyond talent identification to assist organizations in addressing diversity gaps. By serving as a resource, LCDA helps companies discover qualified Latino leaders to enrich their boardroom diversity. For more information on LCDA's Talent Services visit https://bit.ly/3St4kbd.
LATINO PURCHASING POWER AND INFLUENCE ARE GROWING RAPIDLY, MAKING THEIR REPRESENTATION IN CORPORATE LEADERSHIP CRUCIAL FOR TAPPING INTO A MARKET WORTH OVER $660 BILLION.
Leading the way with excellence and integrity
We applaud Roland Hernandez, Yusuf Mehdi and all of the corporate leaders included in this year’s Latino Leaders Magazine’s Latinos on Boards.
Roland Hernandez
A member of the U.S. Bancorp Board of Directors since 2012, Roland’s contributions have been pivotal to our mission to foster a culture of inclusivity.
As lead independent director, a member of the Governance Committee and Compensation and Human Resources Committee, and former chair of the Capital Planning Committee, Roland brings leadership acumen and strategic operational insights to the Board. Moreover, Roland’s deep expertise working with client-focused companies – and his ability to provide valuable perspective on customer expectations and opportunities – have been a guiding light as U.S. Bank works to offer innovative solutions to help individuals and businesses and promote financial inclusion.
Yusuf Mehdi
Yusuf has served on the U.S. Bancorp Board of Directors since 2018, providing keen insight into consumer marketing, end-user experience and corporate strategy.
As a member of the Public Responsibility Committee and the Risk Management Committee and chair of the Cybersecurity and Technology Subcommittee, Yusuf contributes strategic thinking at the intersection of customer experience, digital technologies and innovation. His proven expertise overseeing product management, marketing and end-user experiences provides U.S. Bank leadership with important insights on technology, customer experience and corporate responsibility issues.
ROLAND HERNANDEZ CEO, Hernandez Media Ventures
MEHDI Executive Vice President, Consumer Chief Marketing Officer, Microsoft Corporation
YUSUF
LATINOS ON BOARDS 2024
The list keeps on growing! We are proud to feature more than 590 Latino profiles serving on public or private companies. Each one is an example of professionalism, tenacity, and talent. Congratulations and we hope the list increases every year.
Age: 54 Phoenix, AZ
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GONZALO A. DE LA MELENA, JR. Founder & CEO, Emerging Airport Ventures
Gonzalo A. de la Melena is Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Phoenix-based Emerging Airport Ventures. For nearly a decade, he served Arizona communities as President and CEO of the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, where he helped Latino-owned businesses find access to capital and resources to help them grow and prosper. He also was Operator of the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), the region’s leading advocate representing more than 200,000-plus minority business enterprises.
Age: 57 Chicago, IL
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CARLOS ABRAMS-RIVERA
Chief Executive Officer and Board Member, Kraft Heinz
Age: 66
Santa Barbara, CA
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Abrams-Rivera serves as Executive Vice President and President, North America Zone for The Kraft Heinz Company, which is the fifth largest global food company. He is responsible for leading all operations of Kraft Heinz’s largest zone, which is comprised of its U.S. and Canada businesses. Before joining Kraft Heinz in 2020, Carlos held several senior leadership roles at Campbell Soup Company, where he departed as SVP and President, Campbell Snacks. Prior to Campbell's, Carlos served leadership roles at Mondelēz and also a range of management positions at Kraft Foods Group, Inc. Carlos holds a bachelor’s degree in Managerial Economics from Carnegie Mellon University as well as an MBA from the University of Michigan’s Stephen M. Ross School of Business.
Acevedo serves on the Public Company Boards of Directors for Qualcomm, Credo Technologies, and the private companies Quark.ai, and Ambri Battery. She began her career as a rocket scientist at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and held executive roles at Apple, Autodesk, Dell, and IBM. From 2016 to 2020, she was the CEO of the Girl Scouts of the USA, modernizing the organization. Sylvia authored the bestselling memoir, "Path to the Stars: My Journey from Girl Scout to Rocket Scientist," promoting perseverance and self determination. She holds a Bachelor's degree with Honors in Industrial Engineering from New Mexico State University and is one of the first Hispanics to earn an engineering graduate degree from Stanford University.
GISELLE ACEVEDO
Age: 66
New Canaan, CT
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Adjunto Faculty, Fairfield University
Age: 39 Los Angeles, CA
Nationality:
Acevedo is an entrepreneurial business leader with experience in corporate and nonprofit settings. She founded a Consulting firm which provides services to corporations and non-profits. She formerly served as President of a non-profit educational and social services agency and has held various executive positions in corporate settings throughout her career.
Achar has served as a member of our board of directors since May 2019 and was appointed our Chief Strategy Officer in June 2021. He is the founder of Genzum Life Sciences, Inc., a pharmaceutical company, and has served as its Chief Executive Officer since 2010. Prior, he founded Synergy Ventures, a venture capital company where he serves as a general partner, whose investments include seed stage funding to several medical technology companies including Cue BioPharma, Inc. and Provention Bio, Inc. He has served as a member of the board of directors of the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship since 2018. Achar holds a BS in business marketing from California State University and an MBA from Pepperdine University’s School of Business.
Age: 57 Dallas, TX
Nationality:
Acosta is an entrepreneur, nationally recognized speaker, philanthropist, and mother. Acosta and her companies have won more than 45 national, regional, and local awards. She is a graduate of Texas Tech University and Harvard University Business School – Corporate Governance Program. With over 20 years of experience, Acosta excels as a highperforming leader with the business acumen and analytical skills needed to drive transformation. Acosta was recently elected to be the Chairwoman-Elect of the Dallas Citizens Council Board of Directors making her the 2nd woman to be Chair in the 84-year history of the organization. Her term will begin in 2023 through 2026.
SYLVIA ACEVEDO Corporate Speaker, All American Entertainment
Adame serves as president and CEO of Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC), one of the nation’s largest community development corporations. Mr. Adame served as COO and CFO before taking on the position of president and CEO. Under his leadership, CPLC has experienced significant growth and expansion in Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, California, Texas, and Mexico. Mr. Adame was vice president of Arizona operations for McCormack Baron & Salazar, responsible for overseeing the firm’s role in Henson Village, a HOPE VI project in Phoenix. He served as senior deputy director of Fannie Mae’s Arizona partnership office from 1997 to 2003. Prior to that, he worked at JPMorgan Chase & Co. (then called Bank One Arizona) for eight years.
Fmr Commissioner, U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission Age: 71
Aguilar is an American lawyer and former U.S. government official. He served as the Democratic commissioner of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) from July 31, 2008, until December 2015. Aguilar was born in Cuba and immigrated to the United States in the 1960s. He holds a law degree from the University of Georgia School of Law and a Master of Laws degree in taxation from Emory University. Currently, Aguilar serves on the Boards of Directors of Envestnet, Inc. and Donnelley Financial Solutions, Inc. He is also on the Board of Advisors of Personal Capital Corporation and CoinRegTech LLC. Additionally, he is a partner at Falcon Cyber Investments, focusing on cybersecurity, and holds the CERT Certificate in Cybersecurity Oversight from Carnegie Mellon University.
Age: 67
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL Nationality:
Owner & CEO, Erie SeaWolves
Owner & CEO of the Erie SeaWolves, a professional baseball team, the Double A affiliate of the Detroit Tigers. Former Chairman & CEO Chiquita Brands International, from January 2004 to October 2012. Prior to that, he was an Executive at Procter & Gamble for 24 years working in Mexico, Brazil, and the USA in global roles. He was Honored with the Hispanic Heritage Leadership Award by the NFL. Aguirre earned a business degree at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in 1980. He was elected to SIUE’s Athletic Hall of Fame in 2007 and its alumni Hall of Fame in 2009. In 2012, Aguirre received an honorary doctoral degree from SIUE.
RÁUL ALARCÓN CEO and Chairman, Spanish Broadcasting System Age: 68
Age: 65
Nationality:
Alarcón joined Spanish Broadcasting System in 1983 as an account executive and has been President and a director since October 1985 and Chief Executive Officer since June 1994. On November 2, 1999, he became Chairman of the board of directors and continues as Chief Executive Officer and President. Currently, Alarcón is responsible for the long-range strategic planning and operational matters and is instrumental in the acquisition and related financing of each of the stations.
Alberini has been a member of the Board of Directors since June 2010. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors at Guess?, Inc., a specialty retailer of apparel and accessories listed on the NYSE, a position he has held since February 2019. Previously, Mr. Alberini held roles including Chairman and CEO of Lucky Brand from February 2014 to February 2019. He also served as Co-Chief Executive Officer of Guess from June 2010 to October 2012 and again from July 2013 to January 2014, and as sole CEO from October 2012 to July 2013. His career includes significant leadership roles at Guess, Footstar, Inc., Melville Corporation, and The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc., where he contributed expertise in retail, merchandising, finance, and corporate governance.
DAVID ADAME Independent Director
Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco Boards
FERNANDO AGUIRRE
CVS Health, Synchrony Financial, Barry Callebaut Boards
LUIS AGUILAR
Donnelley Financial Solutions, Envestnet
CARLOS ALBERINI
Chief Executive Officer and Director of Guess?, Inc
Age: 53
New York, NY
Nationality:
Independent Director
Alberti-Perez was the former CFO of 3 media and technology companies: Getty Images, MediaMath, and Penguin Random House. She currently serves on one public company board where she chairs the Audit Committee and is a member of the Compensation Committee. She serves on two private corporate boards of directors and is a member of the Audit Committee. Her business and board experience spans from technology, finance, digital transformation, media, international M&A, cybersecurity, enterprise sales, DEI, and digital marketing. She is a member of Latino Corporate Directors Association, National Association of Corporate Directors, and sits on the non profit boards of Jumpstart (early education) and the Wild Bird Fund. Alberti-Perez is a native Spanish speaker.
Pitney Bowes, Inc., NPR, International Literary Properties, Digimarc, OverDrive Boards
J. ALEGRE Board of Directors
Age: 55
Dallas, TX
Nationality:
Daniel was CEO of Yuga Labs, leader in the blockchain space from 2023-2024. He was President and COO of gaming company Activision Blizzard from 2020-2023. He worked at Google for more than 16 years in various roles including President of Global Retail and Payments, President of Strategic Partnerships, President Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Daniel holds a BA degree with Honors from Princeton University from the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, as well as dual MBA and JD degrees from Harvard Business School and Harvard Law School. He serves on the boards of FEMSA and Cinepolis.
Age: 65
New York, NY
Nationality:
HUMBERTO P. ALFONSO
Retired CEO, Global, of Yowie Group Ltd
Humberto served as CEO from 2016, and a director from 2017, until 2018 of Yowie, a global brand licensing company specializing in the development of Yowie character children's consumer products. He was President, International, of The Hershey Company. He was EVP, CFO and Chief Administrative Officer from 2011 to 2013, and SVP and CFO from 2007 to 2011. He joined Hershey in 2006, initially serving as Vice President, Finance and Planning, U.S. Commercial Group in 2006, and then serving as VP, Finance and Planning, North American Commercial Group from 2006 to 2007. Before joining Hershey, Alfonso held a variety of finance positions at Cadbury Schweppes. Prior to that, he held a number of senior financial positions at Pfizer, Inc.
Eastman Chemical , The Kraft Heinz Company Boards
Age: N/A
Redwood City, CA
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As EVP Global Sales and Merchant Services, Peggy leads PayPal’s Commercial and Customer Success teams worldwide. She has extensive experience leading high performing teams across product development, finance and growth strategy. Peggy has held numerous senior leadership roles at PayPal, including SVP Core Markets; SVP People Operations; COO Asia Pacific and CFO for the Americas. In 2019, Peggy returned to PayPal after two years as CFO and Head of Operations at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, a philanthropic organization. Prior to joining PayPal in 2011, Peggy worked at Rent.com, a national internet real estate listing service and former subsidiary of eBay Inc., where she served in positions of increasing responsibility, including President, General Manager and Chief Financial Officer.
Age: 56
New York, NY
Nationality:
Alicea currently serves as Vice Chairman at Hispanic Alliance For Career Enhancement and as an Independent Director at Emerald Holding, Inc. He holds director roles at The Emma Bowen Foundation, Emerald Expositions LLC, and Emerald X LLC. Previously, he held various Vice President positions at ACNielsen Corp., Nielsen Media Research, Inc., PERQ, HCI Holdings, Inc., and The Nielsen Co. He also served as Chief HR Officer-Nielsen Global Connect at Nielsen Holdings Ltd. From 1995 to 2013, he was Senior Vice President-Human Resources at Nielsen Business Media, Inc. Mr. Alicea received his undergraduate degree from Baruch College and holds a strong background in human resources, communications, operations, and M&A disciplines.
MILENA ALBERTI-PEREZ
DANIEL
FEMSA, Cinepolis Boards
PEGGY ALFORD Independent Director
Meta Platforms, Inc., Macerich Boards
MICHAEL ALICEA CHRO, Trellix
Emerald Holding, Inc. Boards
JOSÉ E. ALMEIDA
Age: 62 Chicago, IL
Chairman, President and CEO, Baxter International Inc
Almeida assumed his current responsibilities at Baxter in January 2016. He is now leading the company through a period of dynamic evolution, powered by Baxter’s mission to save and sustain lives and vision to transform healthcare. Before joining Baxter, Almeida served as chairman, president and CEO of Covidien plc. Prior to this, he held a range of senior leadership roles at Covidien and other companies across the industry. A native of Brazil, he received a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia.
Almeida Jr. is a seasoned global leader with over 40 years of experience in financial services, fintech, technology, and consumer goods. He excels in driving strategic growth, overseeing acquisitions, and leading digital transformations across diverse international markets. Currently, he serves as Managing Principal at AJ. Holdings Co., operates as an Operating Partner at Advent International, and sits on the boards of NCR Atleos, BV, and Viscaya Museum and Gardens. Previously, Odilon was President and CEO of ACI Worldwide and held key roles at Western Union, including President of Western Union Global Money Transfer. He holds an MBA and a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering from Sao Paulo, Brazil, and has further education from Harvard Business School, The Wharton School, and the International Institute of Management.
Age: 56 D.C. and New York Nationality:
PRISCILLA ALMODÓVAR
President and Chief Executive Officer, Fannie Mae
Age: 49 Miami, FL Nationality:
Priscilla is President and CEO of Fannie Mae, a leading provider of mortgage financing in the United States. Priscilla leads a company with over 8,000 employees whose mission is to facilitate equitable and sustainable access to homeownership and rental housing across America. Prior to joining, Priscilla led the largest national organization focused on investing and increasing the supply of affordable housing. Previously, Priscilla was a Managing Director at JPMorgan Chase, where she led two of the firm’s real estate businesses. Earlier, she led New York State’s housing finance agencies.
Alonso is an accomplished senior executive and community leader with over 25 years of experience spanning banking, marketing, social responsibility, and community engagement. She served as the President and CEO of United Way Miami. Alonso holds an MBA from Florida International University and a BS in Industrial Engineering from the University of Miami. She currently serves as CEO and Regional Dean of Northeastern University’s Miami Campus, guiding strategic initiatives and fostering community partnerships. Alonso is also an Independent Board Director at U.S. Century Bank and actively participates in various civic and philanthropic organizations, including the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce and the Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA).
CEO/Regional Dean, Northeastern University
Age: 65 Washington, DC Nationality:
Fmr SVP-External Affairs/Chief Sustainability Officer, Corteva, Inc.
Alonzo is an accomplished leader with extensive experience spanning corporate, public, and nonprofit sectors. She currently serves as Principal of Alonzo Advisory LLC, specializing in ESG, sustainability, and climate change advisory services since November 2021. Previously, she held senior roles including Senior Vice President, External Affairs and Chief Sustainability Officer at Corteva AgriScience, and CEO of the American Egg Board. Ms. Alonzo has also contributed her expertise as an Independent Board Director at PotlatchDeltic Corporation and Unitil Corporation, and serves on the boards of Feeding America and the Pan American Development Foundation.
Realty Income, Fannie Mae Boards
ODILON ALMEIDA JR.
Operating Partner, Advent International
Age: 60 Miami, FL Nationality:
NCR Atleos, Votorantim Bank (BV) Boards
MARIA C. ALONSO
US Century Bank Boards
ANNE ALONZO
Age: 71
Boston, MA
Nationality:
Retired Chairman and CEO of Commercial Metals Company
Age: 75
Newark, OH
Nationality:
DONNA M. ALVARADO
Founder and President of Aguila International
Alvarado is the retired Chairman and CEO of Commercial Metals Company. Born in East Chicago, Indiana, he graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor’s in Economics in 1974 and earned an MBA from Cornell University in 1976. Joe's career in the steel industry began at Inland Steel Company in 1976. He held several key positions, including President of Inland Bar Company in 1995, Executive VP at Birmingham Steel in 1997, and VP at Ispat North America (now ArcelorMittal) in 1998. He later became President and COO of Lone Star Technologies in 2004, then President of U.S. Steel Tubular Products in 2007. In April 2010, Joe joined Commercial Metals Company as Executive Vice President.
Previously, Alvarado served as President and Chief Executive Officer of a global educational publishing company from 19891993. She has served on corporate boards in the manufacturing, banking, transportation, and services industries. She has also led state and national workforce policy boards. Alvarado previously served as Chairwoman of the Ohio Board of Regents. Following executive and legislative staff appointments at the U.S. Department of Defense and in the U.S. Congress, Alvarado was appointed by President Ronald Reagan to lead the federal agency ACTION, the nation's premier agency for civic engagement and volunteerism, a position which she held from 1985-1989.
Age: 36 Washington, DC Nationality:
MARIA MONTSERRAT ALVARADO
President and COO, EWTN News
Age: 74
Piedmont, CA
Nationality:
Alvarado joined the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty in 2009 and was named VP & Executive Director in 2017. With a background in public policy and campaigns, she has led initiatives at Becket in development, communications, strategy and operations that have helped secure religious liberty victories against the contraceptive mandate, protect the rights of churches to choose their leaders, and safeguard the free speech of crisis pregnancy centers and religious groups on campus. Alvarado has a Masters from the George Washington University and a B.A. from Florida International University. She served on the Montgomery County Commission for Women in Maryland and is currently on the board of the Patients’ Rights Action Fund.
Aida Alvarez serves on the boards of Hewlett Packard, Stride, Fastly, and Bill, chairing Fastly's Nominations and Governance Committees. She has also been a director at PacifiCare Health Systems, MUFG Union Bank, Zoosk, Oportun Financial, and Walmart. Alvarez was the first Latina in a U.S. President’s Cabinet as the Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration under President Clinton. A Harvard graduate and former investment banker and journalist, she has served on the Harvard Board of Overseers and holds honorary doctorates. Alvarez is Chair Emerita of the Latino Community Foundation and an Emerita Commissioner of the Smithsonian American Art Museum. She is currently on the boards of the San Francisco Symphony and the DeYoung/Legion of Honor Museums.
Age: 76
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Senior Chairman, Greenberg Traurig
Cesar L. Alvarez is Senior Chairman of Greenberg Traurig. He previously served as Executive Chair and CEO for 15 years, when the firm grew to more than 1,850 attorneys in 37 locations worldwide (presently 2,650 attorneys in 47 locations). Cesar previously practiced securities, corporate, and international law for 25 years. His honors include: The National Law Journal’s “100 Most Influential Lawyers in America”; Lifetime Achievement Awards from The American Lawyer, Chambers and Partners, and Ernst & Young; and the American Bar Association’s Spirit of Excellence Award.
Hewlett Packard, Inc., Stride, Inc., Fastly Inc, BILL Holdings Inc. Boards
CESAR L. ALVAREZ
Precigen, Inc., The St. Joe Company, Watsco, Inc. Boards
Age: 56 New York, NY Nationality:
Board Director
Alvarez has served on the Board of Directors of Ponce Bank since January 2019 and on the Board of Directors of the Ponce de Leon Foundation since its inception in September 2017. She plays a key role in the Audit, Compensation, and Nomination Committees. The Foundation was established during the reorganization of Ponce de Leon Federal Bank into Ponce Bank Mutual Holding Company, operating as a charitable foundation under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Maria Alvarez has served as the Executive Director of the New York Statewide Senior Action Council, Inc. since 2010 and also leads the Brooklyn-wide Interagency Council on Aging Educational Fund, Inc.
MANUEL
Age: 55 Greater Sacramento, CA
(MANNY) ALVAREZ
Founding Principal, BridgeCounsel Strategies LLC
Nationality: East West
Alvarez served as California’s top banking and financial regulator, leading the Department of Business Oversight (DBO) and later becoming the inaugural Senate-confirmed Commissioner of the Department of Financial Protection & Innovation (DFPI) from 2019 to 2021. His tenure focused on enhancing regulatory frameworks for emerging financial technologies, while prioritizing consumer protections and responsible innovation in the state. Prior to his regulatory roles, Alvarez held key positions at Affirm, Inc. (NASDAQ: AFRM), including General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and Corporate Secretary from 2014 to 2019. He holds a bachelor's degree from Cornell University and a J.D. from the University of California, Hastings College of Law, where he also directs the Center for Business Law Roundtable on Financial Policy & Regulation.
RICARDO ALVAREZ
Age: 68
Maynard, MA
Nationality:
Alvarez is an executive with over 30 years of experience in the packaged food industry. He currently serves as President, Chief Executive Officer & Secretary at Richelieu Foods, Inc. and Chief Executive Officer at Hans Kissle Co., Inc. Alvarez joined the Board of AquaBounty Technologies, Inc. as an Independent Non-Executive Director. Throughout his career, he has held leadership roles at various food manufacturing companies including Overhill Farms, Inc., Frozen Specialties, Inc., Juanita's Foods LLC, Ruiz Food Products, Inc., Anita's Mexican Foods Corp., Passport Foods (SVC) LLC, and Raymundos Food Group LLC. He holds graduate and doctorate degrees from the University of Florida and an undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida.
President & CEO, J&K Ingredients, Inc.
Age: 63
Austin, TX and Atlanta, GA
Nationality:
ÁLVAREZ
President and CEO of Growth Accelerator Consulting LLC
JOSÉ B. ÁLVAREZ
Age: 60
Boston, MA
Nationality:
Former CEO Stop & Shop Companies, Senior Lecturer
Alvarez, a seasoned global board director and former CEO, excels in strategic planning, innovation, transforming and scaling businesses. As CEO of Growth Accelerator Consulting, she offers board advisory services. She was CEO at Beanitos, and Harmless Harvest and held Senior executive leadership roles at Del Monte, Barilla, Coca Cola, Kimberly-Clark, and Procter & Gamble. She currently chairs Del Real Foods board and serves on Driscolls and Heritage Grocers Grp boards, leading key committees; she advises Ocean Spray and NYU’s Center for Sustainable Business. Past board roles include Domtar, Ruth Chris, and Trulieve.
Alvarez has been on the faculty of the Harvard Business School since 2009. Until 2008, he was the EVP—global business development for Royal Ahold NV, one of the world’s largest grocery retailers. He joined Royal Ahold in 2001 and subsequently held several key senior management positions, including president and CEO of the company’s Stop & Shop and Giant-Landover brands. Previously, he served in executive positions at Shaw’s Supermarket, Inc. and American Stores Company. Alvarez held several key management positions with Royal Ahold NV, one of the world’s largest grocery retailers, providing him with business leadership experience in, and valuable knowledge of, the global retail industry. Alvarez holds an MBA degree from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business and an AB degree from Princeton. He served previously as a director of The TJX Companies, Inc. and Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
MARIA ALVAREZ
AquaBounty Technologies, Inc., Richelieu Foods, Phelps Pet Products Boards
Bancorp Boards
GIANNELLA
Del Real Foods, Driscoll’s Berries, Heritage Grocers Group, Ocean Spray Boards
RALPH ÁLVAREZ
Age: 68
Boston, MA Nationality:
Operating Partner, Advent International Corporation
He received his bachelor’s degree in BA from the University of Miami. Alvarez retired as president and CEO of McDonald’s Corporation in 2009. Prior to joining McDonald’s in 1994, he held leadership positions at Burger King Corporation and Wendy’s International, Inc. He held a variety of leadership roles throughout his career, including chief operations officer and president of the central division, both with McDonald’s USA. Before joining the U.S. business, Alvarez was president of McDonald’s Mexico. From 2004 until 2005, he was president of McDonald’s USA, where he led a team that aligned employees, owner/operators and suppliers behind the company’s “Plan to Win” strategy – the catalyst for the turnaround of its U.S. business. He served as president of McDonald’s North America from 2005 until 2006. In this role, he was responsible for all McDonald’s restaurants in the U.S. and Canada. Alvarez became president and CEO in 2006.
Lowe’s, Eli Lilly, First Watch Restaurant Group, Traeger Grills Boards
IGNACIO ÁLVAREZ
Age: 65
San Juan, PR
Nationality:
President and Chief Executive Officer of Popular, Inc.
Age: 71
Alvarez has been President and CEO of Popular, Inc. since July 1st, 2017. Prior to this, he served as President and Chief Operating Officer. Previously, served as EVP and Chief Legal Officer. Before this, he was one of the six founding partners of the law firm Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez LLP. Recognized by Chambers Global as “one of the best lawyers in Puerto Rico,” Alvarez was an integral part of the firm’s success for 18 years. Among his main practice areas are: banking, corporate and commercial law; corporate and public finance law; securities and capital markets. Alvarez was born in Havana, Cuba in 1958; graduated from Georgetown University, Magna Cum Laude, 1980; Harvard Law School J.D., Cum Laude, 1983; and admitted to the Bar in Florida and Puerto Rico in 1983. He was an Adjunct Professor and Lecturer, University of Puerto Rico Law School, from 1988 to 1992. He has been a member of the Board of Regents of Georgetown University since October 2008.
Coral Gables, FL Nationality:
TERESA ÁLVAREZ CANIDA
Principal & Portfolio Manager, Ceeto Capital Group, LLC
PAGET L. ALVES
Independent Director
Age: 69
Scottsdale, AZ
Nationality:
Alvarez Canida is the Principal and Portfolio Manager of Ceeto Capital Group, LLC. Before this, she was President and Portfolio Manager of Taplin, Canida & Habacht, LLC (TCH) from 1985 to 2016, managing $12 billion in institutional fixed income assets before its sale to Bank of Montreal in 2008. She previously served as Vice President and Senior Investment Officer at Southeast Bank Trust Company. Canida holds a bachelor's degree from Georgetown University, an MBA from George Washington University, and became a CFA in 1983. She is on the Board of Directors of Kemper Corporation and the Investment Advisory Council of the Florida State Board of Administration. She previously served on the board of Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation, where she chaired the Investment Committee.
Alves was elected to Assurant’s board of directors in November 2019. He served as chief sales officer of Sprint Corporation from January 2012 to September 2013, after serving as president of the company’s Business Markets Group from 2009 to 2012. Prior to that role, he held various senior executive positions at Sprint Corporation, including president, Sales and Distribution; senior vice president, Enterprise Markets and President, Strategic Markets. He currently chairs the Audit Committee of Yum! Brands, Inc. and the Audit Committee of Synchrony Financial, and he serves on Synchrony Financial’s Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. He also chairs the board of directors of Sorenson Communications, a communication device company for the deaf community. Alves previously served on the board of directors of International Game Technology PLC and was a member of its Audit and Compensation Committees.
Age: 52
San Diego, CA
Nationality:
President and Chief Executive Officer, Qualcomm Incorporated
Amon began his Qualcomm career in 1995 as an engineer, and during his tenure, has helped shape the strategic direction for the Company in several leadership roles. Before becoming CEO, he served as president of Qualcomm. He has overseen the successful execution of M&A to augment Qualcomm’s capabilities and accelerate growth in key areas. Previously, he led Qualcomm’s semiconductor business as president of QCT. He also held several technical and business leadership positions, which included having overall responsibility for Snapdragon® platforms.Prior to Qualcomm, Amon served as chief technical officer for Vésper, a wireless operator in Brazil, and held leadership positions at NEC, Ericsson and Velocom.Amon holds a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering and an honorary doctorate from UNICAMP – Universidade Estadual de Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
President and Chief Executive Officer, Everest Re Group, Ltd
JUAN ANDRÉS
Age: 58
Cambridge, MA
Nationality:
He has almost 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, successfully leading large and complex domestic and international businesses. He has served in executive leadership roles in underwriting, product development and innovation, claims, sales and distribution, strategy development, and general management. Before commencing his insurance career, Andrade worked in national security and international affairs within the U.S. Federal Government’s Executive Branch and The Executive Office of the President.He received a B of S degree in Journalism with a minor in Political Science from the University of Florida and was honored as a Distinguished Alumni in 2018. He was inducted into the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Hall of Fame in 2021, and holds a Master of Arts degree in International Economics and Latin American Studies from the School of Advanced International Studies at the Johns Hopkins University.
He is responsible for the supply of product required for Moderna’s preclinical and clinical development programs, as well as scaling the chemistry, manufacturing and controls processes across Moderna’s portfolio. He was previously the Global Head of Technical Operations (Manufacturing and Supply Chain) for over 25K Novartis employees. He had responsibility for all of manufacturing sites, and related support functions and technologies worldwide, overseeing small molecules drug substance and drug product, as well as biologics drug substance, drug product and technical development. Previous roles include Group Novartis Quality Head, Global Head of Technical Research and Development, and Global Pharmaceutical Operations Head. Before Novartis, he worked at Eli Lilly for 18 years. Andres holds a Master degree in Pharmacy from Alcala de Henares University in Madrid and completed an advanced development program at the London Business School.
Age: 62
Atlanta, GA
Nationality:
Angelini is a seasoned board director and executive leader with extensive experience in global management, marketing, and operations. She served over 22 years at The Coca-Cola Company, holding roles including GM and VP of Global Tea/Water Business and Chief Marketing Officer across various business units. Prior to Coca-Cola, she was a Group Brand Manager at Procter & Gamble in Venezuela. Marisol currently serves on the board of Bush Brothers & Company and is a member of the NACD Atlanta Chapter board, focusing on director education and best practices. Her expertise spans P&L management, strategic business competitiveness, integrated marketing, digital transformation, and leadership development.
Age: 61
Mexico City, MX
Nationality:
MARIA ASUNCIÓN ARAMBURUZABALA
President & Chief Executive Officer, Tresalia Capital
Age: 71
Detroit, MI
Nationality:
Aramburuzabala is one of Latin America's most prominent business leaders and her achievements have been recognized by multiple institutions. Tresalia has a particular expertise in consumer goods companies, with an investment portfolio including Anheauser-Busch InBev, Tory. Burch, kIo Networks, Casper, Multiplan, Kraftz-Heinz, Aliat, and Medistik. She also serves as Board Director for several global corporations. and institutions.
Entrepreneur and co-founder of ASG Renaissance, a technical and communications firms in addition to her role at ASG, Ardisana is an active business and civic leader in the Michigan and Hispanic Communities. She serves on numerous corporate and educational boards, and has received numerous awards for her contributions to the community. Ardisana holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Detroit, a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, and a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of Texas.
MARISOL ANGELINI Independent Director
American Vanguard Corp. Boards
Chief Technical Operations and Quality Officer, Moderna, Inc.
LIZABETH ARDISANA
JESSE ARENIVAS
Age: 51
Houston, TX Nationality:
Chief Executive Officer, EnLink Midstream
Boards
Age: 49
Miami, FL
Nationality:
FRANCISCO ARISTEGUIETA
Group Head of International Banking, Scotiabank
Age: 56
Austin, TX
Nationality:
REBECA ARMENDARIZ-KLEIN
Principal, Klein Energy, LLC
Arenivas is CEO of EnLink Midstream and a director on the EnLink Board of Directors. Prior to joining EnLink, he spent 20 years at Kinder Morgan Inc., in various financial, accounting, business development, and leadership roles, including as President of the CO2 segment, helping the company grow to become the largest transporter of CO2 in North America, and President of KMI’s Energy Transition Ventures. Before joining KMI, Arenivas spent five years at ConocoPhillips in financial and commercial roles. He holds a BBA in finance from the University of Texas Permian Basin and is a CPA.
Aristeguieta currently serves as Group Head, International Banking for Scotiabank. Prior to that appointment in May 2023, Aristeguieta served as a special adviser for State Street Corporation, a provider of financial services to institutional investors worldwide. He served as chief executive officer of State Street Institutional Services from 2020 to 2022, and served as executive vice president and chief executive officer of State Street International Business from 2019 to 2020. Before joining State Street in 2019, Aristeguieta was Chief Executive Officer of Citigroup Asia Pacific, an international investment banking and financial services provider, from 2015 to 2019. Prior to that role, he served as chief executive officer of Citigroup Latin America from 2013 to 2015 and before that he led Citigroup’s Global Transaction Services Group in Latin America, and served as vice chairman on the board of directors of Banco de Chile. Aristeguieta is a member of the Compensation and Human Capital Committee. Aristeguieta’s term expires in 2026.
Klein has been the principal at Klein Energy, LLC since 2006. Prior to that she served as chair of the Public Utilities Commission of Texas, and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from the U.S. Air Force Reserve. She also sits on other publicly traded and privately held boards. Klein is the founder of the Texas Energy Poverty Research Institute, a nonprofit that addresses the nexus of energy and poverty in Texas, and she previously served on the Diversity Advisory Committee of the Federal Communications Commission. She is a native of San Antonio, Texas, and is fluent in Spanish having grown up partly in Mexico and Venezuela. She is a graduate of Stanford University and earned a master’s degree from Georgetown University, a juris doctor degree from St. Mary’s Law School, and a Master of Business Administration degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Age: 56
Connecticut
Nationality:
FABIOLA ARREDONDO
Managing Partner, Siempre Holdings
Age: 63
Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Nationality:
Operating Partner - Sandbrook Capital
She is the Managing Partner of Siempre Holdings, a private, single family investment office based in Connecticut. She is a member (prior Co-Chair) of the U.S. National Council of the World Wildlife Fund and a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. Fabiola has also previously served as a non-executive Board Director of NPR (National PublicRadio), Rodale Inc., Experian Group plc, Saks Incorporated, the Intelsat Corporation, Bankinter S.A., the BOC Group plc, the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S. and the U.K., and as a Board Trustee of Sesame Workshop. She previously held senior operating roles at Yahoo!, the BBC and Bertelsmann. Fabiola is a graduate of Stanford University and the Harvard Business School.
Arriola is an Operating Partner at Sandbrook Capital. He was the CEO of Avangrid, Inc. from 2020 to 2022 and previously held several leadership roles at Sempra Energy, including EVP, group president, and chief sustainability officer. He also served as CFO and EVP at SunPower Corp. from 2008-2012. Arriola serves on the boards of ConocoPhillips, Meritage Homes, Commercial Metals Company, and the Automobile Club of Southern California. He has previously served on various boards, including Avangrid, Inc., the California Latino Economic Institute, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. He holds an A.B. in Economics from Stanford University and an MBA from Harvard University.
EnLink Midstream
Diamonback Energy Inc., SJW Group Boards
Hanover Insurance Group Boards
Campbell Soup Company, Burberry plc, Fair Isaac Corp. (FICO), Boards
DENNIS ARRIOLA
ConocoPhillips Company, Meritage Homes, Commercial Metals Company (CMC) Boards
Age: 52
Miami, FL Nationality:
EDUARDO "EDDY" ARRIOLA
Age: 61
Dallas, TX
Nationality:
THADDEUS ARROYO
Chief Strategy and Development Officer, AT&T
Age: Madison, WI
Nationality:
ANA ARROYO HOOKER
Chief Laboratory Officer, Exact Sciences
PATRICIA ARVIELO
Age: 59
Tustin, CA
Nationality:
CEO & Co-Founder, New American Funding
Age: 73
Las Cruces, NM
Nationality:
Arriola was appointed to Seacoast's board of directors in June 2024. He previously served as Executive Vice President and Market Executive of Seacoast Bank, where he was responsible for business development and growth strategies to deepen client relationships and execute market strategy in Miami, Florida. Prior to joining Seacoast Bank, Arriola served as Chairman and CEO of Apollo Bancshares, Inc. and its subsidiary bank, Apollo Bank, from 2010 until its sale to Seacoast in 2022. Arriola served for two terms as a board member of the Federal Reserve of Atlanta, Miami Branch from 2017 to 2022 and served as a board member of the Florida Bankers Association and BankServ from 2010 to 2016. He is currently serving his second term as a member of the Board of Directors of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta where he serves on the Affordable Housing Committee, Audit Committee and Governance, Compensation and Nominating Committee.
Thaddeus Arroyo serves as the Chief Strategy and Development Officer of AT&T. He oversees corporate strategy, corporate development, venture investments, strategic business development and alliances as well as incubating emerging businesses that support AT&T’s long-term growth. His team is focused on unlocking new opportunities to accelerate organic core connectivity growth as well as pathways to create value beyond connectivity. Throughout his career, Thaddeus has held diverse executive positions, including CEO of AT&T Consumer, CEO of AT&T Business and CEO of AT&T Mexico. Thaddeus has a B.S. in mathematics from the University of Texas at Arlington and an MBA from Southern Methodist University.
Hooker is the Senior Vice President and Chief Laboratory Officer at Exact Sciences, overseeing global laboratory operations for Cologuard, a leading noninvasive colorectal cancer test. She champions diversity in STEM as a board member of Exagen Inc. and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County, and is involved with the Latino Professionals Association and Association for Molecular Pathology. Ana holds a BS from Kansas State University, a Medical Technologist degree from Hays Pathology Laboratories, and an MBA from Westminster College. With a career spanning 25 years in hematopathology, blood banks, genetics, and oncology, Ana holds a BS from Kansas State University, a Medical Technologist degree from Hays Pathology Laboratories, and an MBA from Westminster College.
Arvielo co-founded and leads the nation’s largest Latina-owned mortgage company, New American Funding, as its Co-CEO. Patty manages the company’s operations and sales, while overseeing more than 250 locations and approximately 4,100 employees nationwide. Patty continues to lead the company’s efforts to further homeownership for underrepresented communities nationwide through her work with the company’s Latino Focus, NAF Dream, NAF Heroes, and NAF Pride initiatives, which seek to increase homeownership in Latino, Black, military, and LGBTQ+ communities, respectively.
Arvizu has had a five-decade career in energy R&D, policy, technology diffusion, and higher education administration. He started at AT&T Bell Labs and held executive roles at Sandia National Labs, CH2M Hill, and Emerson Collective before becoming the 28th Chancellor of the NMSU System. He served on the National Science Board under Presidents G.W. Bush and B. Obama, twice elected as Chair. In 2021, President J. Biden appointed him to the President’s Council of Advisors for Science and Technology (PCAST). He is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and the National Academy of Public Administration. Arvizu holds a BSME from New Mexico State University, and an MS and Ph.D. in ME from Stanford University.
Century Communities, Community Bank Boards
DANIEL E. ARVIZU Independent Board Director
State Farm Mutual, MRIGlobal Boards
Age: 51
New York, NY Nationality:
BERNADETTE AULESTIA
Independent Director
Bernadette Aulestia is a global operating media executive and board director. Ms. Aulestia most recently was Chief Revenue Officer of Callisto Media (Penguin Random House). Prior to this she was President, Global Distribution at HBO. She currently serves as Board Member and Chair of the Nominating & Governance Committees of the Denny’s Corporation NASDAQ: DENN and National Cinemedia NASDAQ: NCMI. Ms. Aulestia also serves as Director for Nexstar Media Group NASDAQ: NXST. She is on the Board of Directors of the Latino Corporate Directors Association and is a Trustee Emerita of Brown University.
Age: 64
Charlotte, NC
Nationality:
MARCIA J., PH.D. AVEDON
Independent Director
Avedon has served as a director of Generac since December 2019. She is currently the CEO of Avedon Advisory, LLC. Prior to her role with Trane Technologies, she served as the Senior Vice President of Human Resources, Communications and Corporate Affairs for Ingersoll Rand since 2007, and as the Chief HR officer of Merck from 2002-2006. She held increasingly responsible leadership positions in Human Resources and Communications in Honeywell International from 1995-2002. Her early career included positions in human resources at Anheuser-Busch Companies and as a consultant with Booz, Allen & Hamilton. Avedon earned a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, and a Masters and Ph.D. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from George Washington University. She has over 30 years of experience leading organizational transformation, talent and succession management, culture change, corporate social responsibility and communications.
NANCY AVILA
Age: 57
South Carolina
Nationality:
Managing Partner, Teocalli Advisory
Age: 55 Duluth, GA
Nationality:
Avila is a distinguished c-level executive and board director with over 35 years of experience in digital transformation. She has held executive roles in global healthcare and medical devices, specializing in modernizing and leading large-scale organizations, and enhancing digital, cyber, and compliance capabilities. Avila most recently served as McKesson’s EVP, Chief Information and Technology Officer, focusing on cybersecurity and technology innovation. Prior roles include CIO at Johnson Controls International, where she led technology integration post-merger, and VP of Business and Technology Services at Abbott. Avila serves on the boards of Comerica, where she is a member of the risk committee, and the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, where she is on the Patient Safety and Audit Committees.
Avila-Marco brings extensive strategic leadership experience to Dycom Industries, Inc. as a newly appointed director. Previously, he served as Senior Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development at Cox Enterprises, Inc., overseeing corporate strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and venture investments. His career also includes significant roles at Juniper Networks, Inc. and Scientific Atlanta (a Cisco company), where he held various leadership positions in strategic planning, sales, marketing, and corporate development. Luis holds an MBA from Emory University and a BS in Electrical Engineering from Universidad Politécnica de Madrid. He is fluent in Spanish.
EDITH AVILES Independent Board Director
Age: 53 New York, NY
Nationality:
Avilés has over 30 years of experience in the finance industry, where she has cultivated key relationships and executed growth strategies to deliver strong financial performance across complex global organizations. Currently, she is a managing director in the global investor relations team at Clayton Dubilier & Rice. She previously held leadership roles at Natixis, most recently serving as vice chair of the Americas. Before that, she held senior positions at BNP Paribas and Chase Manhattan Corporation (now JP Morgan Chase).
Denny’s, Nexstar, National Cinemedia, Candoo Tech Boards
Comerica Bank Boards
LUIS AVILA MARCO Independent Director
Dycom Industries Boards
Scotts Miracle-Gro, HSBC NA Boards
Age: 55
Mexico City, MX
EMILIO FERNANDO AZCÁRRAGA JEAN III
Executive Chairman of the Board & Chairman of the Executive Committee, Groupo Televisa
Nationality: TelevisaUnivision Boards
Age: 71
Spain
Nationality:
Former Prime Minister of Spain, President Foundation for Social Studies and Analysis
Age: 58
Puerto Rico
Nationality:
JOAQUÍN E. BACARDI III
President and Chairman, Edmundo B. Fernández, Inc.
Descendant of a Mexican dinasty of businessmen and former chief executive officer (CEO) of Televisa, a Mexican mass media company and the world's largest media conglomarate in spanish language. Azcárraga Jean is widely credited for turning around Televisa into the prosperous company after the death of his father "El Tigre". He is also a global board member of Endeavor, an international non-profit development organization that finds and supports high-impact entrepreneurs in emerging markets.
José María Aznar has served as the President of the Foundation for Social Studies and Analysis, a political research and educational organization focused on Spain, since 1989. He served as the Prime Minister of Spain from 1996 to 2004. He was the Executive President of the Partido Popular of Spain from 1990 to 2004 and its Honorific President from 2004 to 2016. Aznar has been a Director of Afiniti, a developer of artificial intelligence systems, since 2016, President of the Honorary Board of the Bussola Institute since 2017, a special advisor to Latham & Watkins LLP since 2018 and a member of the International Advisory Board of Barrick Gold Corporation since 2011.
Bacardí has extensive experience in the development and implementation of international marketing, sales and distribution strategies acquired throughout more than 24 years at various Bacardi companies and 3 years as Product Manager of Nestlé of Puerto Rico. As President and CEO of Bacardi Corporation, he directed and managed all business operations with full profit and loss responsibilities and government relations for Bacardi in the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America. Prior to becoming President and CEO of Bacardi, he held positions in various Bacardi enterprises where, among other things, he was responsible for the development of all global communication strategies for Bacardi Limited’s whisky portfolio, with total sales of approximately $400 million, and supervision of marketing for all Bacardi brands globally.
Age: 57
Ballester has a comprehensive understanding of Puerto Rico’s consumer products and distribution industries acquired through over 29 years of experience at Ballester Hermanos, Inc., a privately-owned business dedicated to the importation and distribution of grocery products, as well as beer, liquors and wine for the retail and food service trade in Puerto Rico. In 2019, Ballester Hermanos had approximately $125 million in assets and annual revenues of approximately $350 million. He has proven to be a successful entrepreneur establishing the food service division of Ballester Hermanos in 1999, which today accounts for 38% of the firm’s revenues. During 2009, he was a director of the Government Development Bank for Puerto Rico and member of its audit and investment committees where he obtained experience in overseeing a variety of fiscal issues related to various government agencies, instrumentalities and municipalities.
Age: 51
Nationality:
Banuelos is an experienced professional with a strong background in IT infrastructure support, design, and implementation. He prioritizes building lasting industry partnerships over short-term transactions. In addition to his IT career, John owns a small business providing interpretation and translation services in over 5 languages, supporting the immigrant and refugee community in central Iowa. He has held leadership positions in various nonprofit organizations, including serving as a Member of the Board of Directors for the Knights of Columbus and as State Deputy for the Iowa Knights of Columbus. John is committed to community service and has contributed significantly to organizations like the Christian Family Movement and the Holy Family Catholic School Board.
Director
JOSÉ MARÍA AZNAR LÓPEZ
ALEJANDRO M. BALLESTER
President, Ballester Hermanos, Inc.
ANTONIO BANUELOS ACOSTA
Independet Board
Knights of Columbus Boards
JOSÉ M. BARRA
Senior
Age: 55
Atlanta, GA
Nationality:
Senior Executive with a proven track record of delivering exceptional results across different industries and geographies. Insightful business leader with 30+ years of diverse experience in retail, healthcare, and management consulting, P&L experience in enterprises ranging from startups to multi-billion business portfolios in Fortune 20 companies. Currently accountable for the strategic direction and financial performance of a broad business portfolio with annual sales of $40+ billion. BA from the University of Notre Dame and MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Age: 61
MARK J. BARRENECHEA
Age: 50
Houston, TX
Nationality:
ERNESTO BAUTISTA III Chief
Age: 62
Sarasota, FL
Nationality:
LLC
Barrenechea joined OpenText as President and Chief Executive Officer in January 2012, and also serves as a member of the Board of Directors. In January 2016, he took on the role of Chief Technology Officer and was appointed Vice Chair in September 2017. As CEO of Canada’s largest software company, he oversees the strategic and operational direction of the organization and upholds the company’s position at the forefront of the industry. Under his direction, OpenText has grown through innovation and strategic acquisitions into a multi-billion-dollar cloud company. His unwavering commitment to innovation and results, combined with a dedication to customers’ needs, led him to successfully realign the company’s products, transforming OpenText into an information management leader and modern cloud company. Barrenechea holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Saint Michael’s College and serves as a member of the Board and Audit Committee of Dick’s Sporting Goods.
He has served as BJ’s CFO since 2021. With more than 28 years of Financial Executive experience, Ernesto has an extensive corporate strategy, financial management, and analysis background culminating into a proven track record in identifying and exploiting opportunities to maximize economic returns. Prior to BJ, served as VP, CFO and Treasurer of CARBO Ceramics Inc. Prior to CARBO, Ernesto served in several senior management roles at W-H Energy Services, Inc., ultimately serving as VP and CFO prior to the Company’s sale to Smith International Inc. Ernesto is a Certified Public Accountant in Texas and holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Rice University.
CARMEN R. BAUZA President, CRB Retail Advisors
A seasoned global retail executive and board member, Carmen has held senior roles at Walmart (SVP, General Merchandise Manager), Fanatics (Chief Merchandising Officer), HSN (EVP, Chief Merchandising Officer), and Walt Disney Theme Parks Merchandise (VP/GMM). She currently serves on the boards of Claire's, Zumiez, Destination XL Group, and OneWater Marine and advises RoundTable Healthcare Partners. She is also on the board of trustees at Seton Hill University. Carmen has been recognized for her business innovation and transformation by Delivering Good, Mass Market Retailer, Drug Store News, and Latina Style Magazine.
Age: 51
Houston, TX
Nationality:
JOSÉ BAYARDO Chief Financial Officer of NOV Inc.
Bayardo is Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of National Oilwell Varco (NOV). Prior to joining NOV in 2015, Jose served as Senior Vice President, Resource and Business Development at Continental Resources, Inc. and spent nine years serving in various roles at Complete Production Services, Inc. including Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. Prior to joining Complete Production Services, Jose was an investment banker with J.P. Morgan. Jose brings a wealth of financial experience to NOV having worked both in the oil and gas industry and in investment banking during his career. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, a Master of Engineering Management from the McCormick School of Engineering at Northwestern University and a Master of Business Administration from the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University.
CEO & CTO, OpenText
OpenText, Dicks Sporting Goods Boards
Claire's, Zumiez, Destination XL Group and OneWater Marine Boards
Age: 52
Encinitas, CA Nationality:
Beery is currently chief executive officer of LunaPBC, manager of Luna DNA, a health data platform uniting people, communities, and researchers. Mr. Beery is an experienced leader of corporate information technology (“IT”) systems with a long history in managing IT and eCommerce services for global companies. Mr. Beery joined Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., a life sciences company, in January 2014, through its acquisition of Life Technologies Corporation, a biotechnology company, and last held the role of senior vice president and chief information officer until September 2019. Beery has also served as a member of the Board of Directors of several private companies and not-for-profit organizations. Beery self-identifies as Hispanic and is a proud champion of inclusion and diversity.
ALEXANDRE BEHRING DA COSTA
Age: 57 London, UK
Founding Partner and Managing Partner and a board member of 3G Capital, a global investment firm, since 2004. He also has served as the Chairman of the board of Restaurant Brands International Inc., (Burger King, Popeyes, and Tim Hortons), since 2014. Previously, he served on the Board of Directors of Burger King Worldwide, Inc. and its predecessor as Chairman from 2010 until 2014. Behring also served as a director of Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV, a multinational drink and brewing holdings company, from 2014 to 2019. Previously, Behring spent 10 years at GP Investments, including eight years as a partner and member of the firm’s Investment Committee. He served for seven years, from 1998, as Chief Executive Officer of America Latina Logistica (“ALL”), one of Latin America’s largest railroad and logistics companies. He served as a director of ALL and CSX Corporation until 2011.
Benet serves as CEO of Access and has been a director since July 2011. Previously, he spent 17 years at Morgan Stanley, culminating as Managing Director. His expertise spans corporate finance, mergers, acquisitions, and capital markets. He sits on the Supervisory Board of LyondellBasell Industries N.V. and boards of DAZN Group Limited and was formerly with Clal Industries Ltd. Mr. Benet graduated summa cum laude with a B.A. in Economics from Yale University and earned his M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. With extensive experience in corporate finance and strategic planning, Benet offers invaluable insights from his leadership roles and board positions.
Jorge Benitez retired as Chief Executive, Accenture North America in September 2014, after 33 years of service with the firm. Jorge held many leadership roles at Accenture across several industry verticals and multiple geographies. Jorge has extensive experience developing and executing business strategies and implementing large scale change programs leveraging technology and digital solutions across a broad range of platforms. Since his retirement, Jorge has joined three corporate boards and chairs Technology, Operations and Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility committees. He also serves on one private company board, where he chairs the Audit Committee.
Benito is the General Manager for KFC Latin America and the Caribbean at Yum! Brands, Inc. He brings extensive executive experience, previously serving as Chief Strategy Officer at KFC Corp. and Chief Marketing Officer at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide LLC. Javier holds an undergraduate degree from the University of California San Diego and an MBA from The University of Chicago. Recently appointed as an independent Trust Manager at Camden Property Trust, his expertise in marketing and leadership adds significant value to the board. JAVIER
JOSEPH BEERY
CEO, LunaPBC Inc.
LINCOLN EDUARDO BENET
JORGE A. BERMUDEZ
Bermudez is the retired chief risk officer of Citibank/Citigroup. He began his career with Citibank in 1975 and held various positions, including CEO e-Business, developing Citibank’s Corporate Banking Internet strategy and platform; CEO Citigroup Latin America; Senior Advisor International; CEO Citigroup’s Commercial Business Group North America and Citibank Texas, a position he held until becoming the chief risk officer in 2007. Bermudez currently serves also as a director/trustee on The Federal Reserve Bank 11th District (Dallas). He has also served on the boards of Electric Reliability Council of Texas; American Institute of Architects; The Federal Reserve Bank Houston; Citibank, NA, and Citicorp USA; Council of the Americas; Mastercard International LAC; Siembra Group; Asociacion de Bancos Argentinos; FEMSA Group. He was chairman of the New York Clearing House Steering Committee.
ANDREA BERTONE
Director
Age: 62
Houston, TX
Nationality:
Andrea Bertone is the former President of Duke Energy International. She spent 15 years at Duke Energy, including seven years as President of Duke Energy International with executive responsibility for coal, gas and hydro assets across a number of countries. Prior to her time at Duke Energy, she was Latin America counsel with Baker & McKenzie. She began her career as an attorney in Sao Paulo, Brazil, including an in-house corporate attorney for TAM Airlines. Other directorships include Yamana Gold, a Canadian listed gold producer, DMC Global Inc. and Amcor plc. Bertone earned a Bachelor of Law from the University of Sao Paulo Law School in Brazil and a Master of Law in International and Comparative Law from Chicago-Kent College of Law at the Illinois Institute of Technology.
ANN C. BERZIN
Age: 71
New York, NY
Nationality:
Berzin served as Chairman and CEO of Financial Guaranty Insurance Company (FGIC), an insurer of municipal bonds, asset-backed securities and structured finance obligations, from 1992 to 2001. Berzin joined FGIC in 1985 as its General Counsel following seven years of securities law practice in New York City. She currently serves as a director of Trane Technologies plc (industrial manufacturing).She previously served as a director of Constellation Energy Group from 2008 to 2012 when Constellation merged with Exelon.
Age: 62
Boston, MA
Nationality:
ANNABELLE BEXIGA
Director
Annabelle Bexiga was appointed as a director of StoneX Group Inc. on February 27, 2020. She retired in 2017 after serving as Chief Information Officer (CIO) of Global Commercial Insurance at American International Group (AIG). After holding leadership positions at J.P. Morgan & Co. and Deutsche Bank, she served as CIO at JPMorgan Invest, Bain Capital, and the Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Altogether, Ms. Bexiga has almost 30 years of experience and expertise in the financial industry. Ms. Bexiga also currently serves on the supervisory board of DWS Group GmbH of Frankfurt, Germany, where she serves on the remuneration committee, and on the board of Triton International Limited.
Age: 63 Key Biscayne, FL
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Blanco is a retired executive serving on boards in the US, Canada, and Germany. He was Chief Supply Chain Officer and EVP at Ecolab from 2013 to 2020, overseeing global operations. He previously spent 30 years at Procter & Gamble, holding roles including VP of Product Supply for Global Beauty. Blanco has been a director at Patterson Companies since 2017 and currently chairs the Compensation and Human Capital Committee. He joined the boards of Cascades (Canada) and Schleich GmbH (Germany) in 2022. He holds a bachelor's degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Princeton University.
She's the co -founder of Red Bison Advisory Group, LLC . A firm focused on being a trusted advisor, providing objective and result - oriented analysis and solutions in the areas of Real Estate, Natural Resources and ICT. Martha has been CEO and Director of companies inlcuding Unium Inc., Flow Mobile, a broadband wireless access solution, Wipro Infocrossing Cloud Computing Services and Microsoft Corp., where she was the Corporate Vice President for the Communi cations Sector. Martha started her ICT career with AT&T and BellSouth where she held numerous positions. She received an Advanced Management Program degree from Harvard University Business School. She graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Miami and holds an MBA from Nova Southeastern University.
Bolano serves as the President and CEO of Saint Alphonsus Health System, overseeing operations across Idaho and Oregon. With a background in nursing and healthcare administration, she has held senior executive roles at Kaiser Permanente and other healthcare systems in Texas and Arizona. Bolano holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Christian University and a Master's in Administration of Healthcare Services from the University of Houston – Clear Lake. She is actively involved in community and healthcare leadership, serving on boards such as the Idaho Hospital Association and Boise State University Foundation. Her recent appointment to the board of IDACORP and Idaho Power Company reflects her commitment to strategic leadership in healthcare and energy sectors.
LUIS A. BORGEN Independent Director
Age: 66
Boston, MA
Nationality:
Former Chief Financial Officer at Athena Health, until 2022. After serving in the United States Air Force, Borgen has become an expert in corporate finance over the past 25 years, adding more than a decade as CFO in various industries. Prior to his arrival as CFO at Athenahealth, Inc., a leading provider of web-enabled healthcare products and services, he served as CFO at Vistaprint, DAVIDsTEA, Inc. and DaVita. Borgen, who has an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, a master's degree in Finance from Boston College, and a bachelor's degree in Management from the U.S. Air Force Academy, currently serves on the boards of Carters, Inc. and Eastern Bankshares, Inc.
Age: 54
Houston, TX
Nationality:
She is responsible for setting the business and value-creation strategies of the Oilfield Services business. Borras leads approximately 26K employees. She has more than 25 years of experience in the oil & gas sector, serving as Chief Commercial Officer at GE Oil & Gas before. There she managed a global team of more than 4000 sales, commercial, and marketing professionals. She also served as President, Europe/Africa/Russia Caspian Region; VP, Global Marketing; VP, Centrilift Marketing; and Area Manager for a number of countries in Latin America. She began her career in the oil & gas industry in 1991 as a production engineer for Esso in Colombia. She then moved into operations, marketing, and management roles at Esso before joining Baker Hughes. She has broad experience in organizational transformation, process improvement and growth strategies.
Age: 65
São Paulo, BRA
Nationality:
Bracher brings to the board extensive payments experience and consumer insight as a former CEO and director of a publicly traded financial institution. His experience in highly regulated industries provides valuable perspective on engaging and partnering with regulators. His extensive experience in financial services contributes strong financial understanding. As a former CEO, Bracher brings extensive experience with respect to culture development and talent management, as well as focus on social responsibility and environmental initiatives.
Executive Vice President, Oilfield Services at Baker Hughes
Tyson Foods Boards
CANDIDO BOTELHO BRACHER Independent Director
Age: 63
Santander, Spain Nationality:
ANA PATRICIA BOTÍN
Executive Chairman, Banco Santander
Botín has served as a director of Banco Santander, S.A. since 1989 and currently chairs the Executive and Innovation and Technology Committees and is a member of the Responsible Banking, Sustainability and Culture Committee. She is an executive director of both Santander US and Santander UK boards. She joined Santander after working at JP Morgan. In 1992 she was appointed Senior EVP. Between 1992 and 1998 she led the expansion of Santander in Latin America. From 2002 to 2010 she was Executive Chairman of Banco Español de Credito, S.A. (Banesto). From 2010-2014 she was CEO of Santander UK and currently serves as a Non-Executive Director. During her role as CEO of Santander UK, she led the transformation to one of Britain’s most innovative banks.
ERIC BRANDERIZ
Age: 59
San Francisco, CA
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Eric previously served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Enphase Energy, Inc., a renewable energy technology company, from June 2018 to February 2022 and continued serving as an advisor until June 2022. Prior to Enphase, Eric was the Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller of Tesla, Inc., an automotive and renewable energy company, from October 2016 to March 2018. He also held various senior roles such as Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer at SunPower Corporation from 2010 to 2016. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Fortive Corporation, a provider of essential technologies for connected workflow solutions across a range of markets.
Age: 54
Fort Worth, TX
Nationality:
Braun serves as Independent Director and advisory director of the Bank’s Fort Worth Region. She leads the labor and employment division at Decker Jones, P.C., a Fort Worth-based full-service law firm, where she also serves as Chief Development Officer. With over 25 years of legal experience, she advises large publicly traded companies, small family-owned businesses, and individual professional executives. Vianei graduated with honors from Princeton University and earned her law degree from the University of Texas School of Law. She is recognized as a Texas Monthly “Super Lawyer” in Labor & Employment law and has been honored as a “Top Lawyer” in the field.
Santa Barbara, CA
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Bruzzo serves as the Chief Marketing Officer at EA (Electronic Arts), leading the Marketing, Publishing & Analytics division. With a distinguished career, Chris has held pivotal roles at Starbucks and Amazon.com. At Starbucks, he revolutionized the digital experience, spearheading acclaimed loyalty programs. At Amazon, he directed marketing and PR teams, and led software development for innovative services. Chris is an advocate for diversity as the executive sponsor of SomosEA, promoting an inclusive workplace for Hispanic/Latino employees and fostering gaming opportunities. He holds a degree in political studies from Whitworth University.
Age: 58
Houston, TX
Nationality:
Becton, Dickinson and Company is a global medical technology company. She has been a member of the board since 2021. She is the EVPand head of University of California Health (UCH), where she leads the nation's largest academic health system. Prior to UCH, she held leadership roles at Texas A&M University System, including serving concurrently as dean of the College of Medicine and senior vice president of Health Sciences for Texas A&M University and vice chancellor for health services for the Texas A&M 11-campus system. She is the first Hispanic woman to serve in these health leadership roles in the United States. Prior to Texas A&M University System, she spent more than 20 years in teaching and leadership positions with the University of Utah.
VIANEI BRAUN
Chief Development Officer/Shareholder, Decker Jones, P.C.
Peloton Interactive, Boot Barn, MoneyGram International Boards
CARRIE L. BYINGTON
Executive Vice President and head of University of California Health (UCH)
Becton Dickinson Boards
JORGE CABALLERO
Age: 66
New York, NY
Nationality:
Caballero is an accomplished global business executive who served as Managing Partner of Deloitte’s Business Tax Services U.S.-India practice until his retirement in June 2019. During his 32-year tenure at Deloitte LLP, Caballero served in many capacities as a state and regional tax managing partner prior to assuming a global role. He joined Deloitte as a tax manager in 1987 and was admitted to the partnership three years later where he led teams from tax, audit, consulting, and risk. In addition, Caballero served as a Tax Managing Partner for the State of New Jersey from 2003 to 2011 and as Assistant Vice President of Tax at Beneficial Corporation from 1983 to 1986, and as a Senior Consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers from 1979 to 1982.
Age: 69
Bethesda, MD
Nationality:
Chairman of the Board since 2020, member of the Board of Directors since 2019. Independent of the company and significant shareholders. Calado has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from the Catholic University of Brazil and he’s Owner/President Management program in General Management at Harvard Business School. Calado has served as a member of the Board of Directors of Aveleda S.A. and OutSystems S.A. He has been President of iMAX Diagnostic Imaging Business Unit, Vice President of Hovione S.A., Vice President and CFO of Hovione S.A. Additionally, he has held various positions at PepsiCo, Inc. including Vice President and CFO of PepsiCo Foods International. Calado is also the President of Gamcal LLC, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Wygroup, S.A, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of OutSystems S.A. and a member of the Board of Directors of HNI Corporation.
Age: 68
Bethesda, MD and Boston, MA
Nationality:
Louis Caldera is a Senior Lecturer of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. The former Secretary of the Army and former president of The University of New Mexico, Caldera serves on the boards of Meritage Homes, Granite Construction, and DallasNews Corp. Caldera is a member of the board of directors of the Latino Corporate Director Association and co-founded and co-chairs The Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration. Earlier in his career Caldera served as an Army officer, corporate lawyer, and California legislator. The son of Mexican immigrants, Caldera holds a B.S. degree from the U.S. Military Academy and law and business degrees from Harvard University.
Age: 58
Medellín, Col
Nationality:
JUAN ESTEBAN CALLE RESTREPO
Chief Executive Officer at Cementos Argos SA
Age: 50
Los Altos, CA
Nationality:
Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Apple
Calle Restrepo is the Chief Executive Officer at Cementos Argos SA and Chairman at Argos North America Corp. He also holds director positions at several companies including Tecnología Intercontinental SA de CV, Argos USA Corp., and Summit Materials LLC. Previously, he served as CEO at Empresas Públicas de Medellín ESP and was an Independent Director at Interconexion Eléctrica SA ESP. He earned his undergraduate degree from Universidad EAFIT in 1998 and an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business in 1994.
Campos started his current position at Apple in October 2022. Previously 2016 to 2021, Campos was the CEO of Woven—an enterprise software company applying machine learning and natural language processing to workforce productivity. Before founding Woven and from August 2010 until November 2016, she served as Vice President and CIO for Facebook. Prior to Facebook, Campos was CIO for KLA-Tencor. He has deep expertise in enterprise software development, large scale distributed systems and data services and analytics. He has an MBA from both Columbia University and the University of California at Berkeley and a degree in electrical engineering and computer science also from the University of California at Berkeley.
Campos is a partner and Senior Counsel with the law firm of Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP since 2016, where he practices in the areas of securities regulation, corporate governance, and securities enforcement and serves as Chair of the firm’s Securities Enforcement Practice. Prior to that, he received a presidential appointment and served as a Commissioner of the Securities and Exchange Commission from 2002 to 2007. Before the SEC, Campos was a founding partner of a Houston-based radio broadcaster. He is also a director of a private registered broker-dealer, Liquidnet Holdings, Inc. From 2008 to 2013, Campos served by selection of President Barack Obama on the President’s citizen Presidential Intelligence Advisory Board. He earned a B.S. degree from the United States Air Force Academy, an M.B.A. degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a J.D. degree from Harvard Law School.
Campos is a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience as a CEO, founder, and board member. She is currently the CEO & President of PetMeds + PetCareRx and an independent director at Big Lots and PDS Limited. Campos has a strong background in omni-channel retail, international partnerships, and digital commerce, including launching a successful brand management company with Selena Gomez. Previously, she was CEO of Diane von Furstenberg and President of six global brands at GBG. Sandra has been recognized for her leadership and contributions to retail and the Hispanic community. She launched Latina Disruptors to support Latina entrepreneurs and has been a contributor to CNBC.
Age: 60 Miami, FL
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Campoy serves as the Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of the Company. Before joining CytomX, he served as the Chief Financial Officer at Alder BioPharmaceuticals, Inc., overseeing the company's finance organization and preparing it for the commercial launch of its lead program, eptinezumab, until Alder's acquisition by Lundbeck A/S. Prior to Alder, Campoy was a partner at Think Forwards, a financial consulting firm, and held senior financial leadership roles at Allergan plc and Eli Lilly and Company, where he served as the CFO of Eli Lilly Japan K.K. He holds a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation and earned his MBA in Finance and Decision Information Systems from Indiana University.
Age: 54 Los Angeles, CA
Nationality:
MICHAEL C. CAMUÑEZ
President & CEO, Co-Founder, Monarch Global Strategies LLC
Age: 62 Renton, WA
Nationality:
Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer, Providence
Camuñez has significant experience as a senior executive, counselor, and advocate advising U.S. companies in domestic and global markets, and he possesses a unique combination of bi-partisan political, legal, economic, and international expertise. He is a frequent commentator on international trade, international economics, NAFTA, and the US-Mexico relationship in the press, including the New York Times, the Washington Post, NPR, CNBC’s Squawk Box, and other media outlets. Camuñez previously served for two years as Special Counsel to the President in the Office of the White House Counsel, as well as Special Assistant to the President. He is a former equity partner of the global law firm O’Melveny & Myers LLP and of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP. A graduate of Harvard College and Stanford Law School.
Prior to joining Providence, Canales served CHE Trinity Health for over 10 years, most recently as executive vice president and chief administrative officer. During her tenure, she guided the organization through significant change, creating synergy across a geographically and operationally diverse system in 21 states. Throughout her 25-year human resources career, Canales has worked in a range of global Fortune 500 organizations, including Hewlett Packard/Compaq Computer Corporation, Yum Brands/PepsiCo, R.H. Macy’s Inc. and Centura Health.
CARLOS CAMPOY
Zymeworks Inc Boards
SANDRA CAMPOS
CEO & President, PetMeds + PetCareRx
Age: 56
Big Lots, PetMeds (PETS), PDS Limited, Pure Red, Impossible Kicks Boards
Edison International Boards
DEBRA A. CANALES
Age: 67
Los Gatos, CA
EDWARD CANNIZZARO
RICK CÁRDENAS
Age: 56
Orlando, FL
Nationality:
President & Chief Executive Officer, Darden Restaurants
Cannizzaro brings 40 years of experience as a global financial executive to the Boards of the Corporation and the Utility. He has a deep background in financial accounting and reporting, risk management, operations, and operational regulatory compliance. During his tenure at KPMG, he served as the Global Head of Quality, Risk and Regulatory, the West Area Managing Partner of Audit, and provided sound oversight and governance as a member of the Board of Directors of KPMG Americas and KPMG US.
Rick Cardenas serves as President and CEO of Darden Restaurants since May 30, 2022. Rick began his career with Darden as an hourly employee in 1984. Since then, he has held key senior management positions within many of Darden’s iconic brands and was Darden’s Chief Financial Officer from 2016-2022. Rick graduated cumma sum laude from the University of Central Florida with bachelor’s degrees in both Finance and in Accounting. He earned an MBA from The Amos Tuck School of Business Administration at Dartmouth College and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Age: 64
Incline Village, NV
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CARLOS M. CARDOSO Principal,CMPC Advisors LLC
Age: 74 Tucson, AZ
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Cardoso joined CMPC Advisors LLC in January 2015. Prior to that, he served as Chairman of Kennametal, Inc. from 2008 until 2014 and as President and CEO of Kennametal from 2006 until 2014. He joined Kennametal in 2003 and served as Vice President, Metalworking Solutions and Services Group and then as Executive Vice President and COO before he became President and CEO Prior to his tenure with Kennametal, Cardoso was President of the Pump Division of Flowserve Corporation from 2001 to 2003. Cardoso faced the challenge of managing a complex company on a daily basis. This experience, combined with the skills he acquired in his leadership roles at Kennametal, Inc. and Flowserve Corporation, make him a valuable resource for Boards and management.
Carmona, born to a poor immigrant family in NYC, overcame homelessness and hunger in his youth. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1967, earning a GED and serving as a Special Forces Vietnam veteran. He later excelled academically, receiving the top graduate award at UCSF Medical School. Dr. Carmona became a trauma surgeon and established Arizona's first trauma system while earning a master’s in public health policy. As Surgeon General from 2002 to 2006, he led public health initiatives. Currently, he serves as Chief of Health Innovations at Canyon Ranch, and advises on science and technology for economic and public benefit.
Age: 56 Houston, TX
Nationality:
Global President of Applied Intelligence, Wood PLC
German has spent his career defining and executing digital transformation programs. Prior to Wood, German served as Principal Senior at Boston Consulting Group, before leading the successful implementation of the digital transformation strategy at CEMEX, a global materials company, where he held the role of Executive Vice president Finance and Information Technology overseeing customer journey, automation, business analytics and Internet of Things. Carmona, in addition to his general responsibilities on the board, will serve on the Compensation Committee and the Nominating and Governance Committee.
Hubbell Inc.
RICHARD CARMONA
17th Surgeon General of the United States and Distinguished Laureate Professor at the University of Arizona
McKesson, Herbalife, NuVox, Dr Kumo, Alliconnect Boards
GERMAN CARMONA
ROBERT CARRADY President, Caribbean Cinemas
Carrady is the President of Caribbean Cinemas, a familyowned business and the largest movie theater chain in the Caribbean, with approximately 570 screens in 68 locations across Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic and several other Caribbean islands, as well as in Guyana, Panama and Bolivia. Caribbean Cinemas, through its affiliates, manages theatre operations, as well as related film buying, screen advertising and food and game room concessions. It also engages in the construction of certain of the sites in which it operates and leases real estate to third parties as part of its real estate leasing and property management business.
Age: 57
Dallas, TX
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From 2018 until 2018, Carrillo served as the Senior Vice President and Group President of Construction, Energy, Marine and Components of Trinity Industries, Inc. From 2012 to 2018, he served as the Chief Executive Officer of Orbia Advance Corporation (formerly known as Mexichem S.A.B. de C.V.) (“Orbia”). Prior to joining Orbia, he spent 16 years at Trinity Industries where he served as Senior Vice President and Group President of Trinity Industries’ Energy Equipment Group and was responsible for Trinity Industries’ Mexico operations. Carrillo previously served as a director of Trinity Industries from 2014 to 2018 and as a director of Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. from 2015 to 2018. He has served as Professor of Finance at the Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México. Carrillo holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration with a major in finance from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering at Universidad Anáhuac in Mexico City.
Carrión’s 44 years of banking experience and over 33 years heading Popular, give him a unique level of knowledge of the Puerto Rico financial system. A well-recognized leader with a vast knowledge of the Puerto Rico economy, is actively involved in major efforts impacting the local economy. His knowledge of the financial industry led him to become a director of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York for eight years. Chairman of Popular since 1993 and Executive Chairman from 2017 to 2019. CEO of Popular from 1994 to 2017 and President from 1991 to 2009 and from 2010 to 2014. Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Fundación Banco Popular, Inc. since 1991. Chairman and Director of Popular Foundation, Inc. since 2005. Member of the Board of Directors of Verizon Communications, Inc. from 1995 to 2019. Member of the International Olympic Committee since 1990 and Chairman of the International Olympic Committee Finance Commission from 2002 to 2013. Managing Member of RCA3 Investments, LLC.
Age:New York, NY
Nationality:
MICHELLE CARUSO-CABRERA
Chief Executive Officer, MCC Productions LLC
Age: 71 Washington, DC
Nationality:
Independent Director, Private Investor
Michelle Caruso-Cabrera has spent 30 years at the nexus of finance, economics, and communication. She was the first Latina anchor at CNBC and the network’s first Chief International Correspondent and currently serves as a Contributor. She is on the boards of Wendy’s, Del Real Foods, a Palladium Equity company, theInternational Advisory Board of the Instituto Empressa in Madrid, and Ballet Hispanico, where she serves as Board President. After her BA in Economics from Wellesley College, Michelle worked at Univisión Spanish-language news, where she received an Emmy for a series she co-produced.
A member of the board of Prudential Financial, Inc. since 2001, Casellas also serves on advisory boards for Toyota North America, Comcast and T-Mobile US. In 2018, the National Association of Corporate Directors named him one of the 100 most influential boardroom leaders. He is a trustee (emeritus) of the University of Pennsylvania, a member of the Council on Foreign Relations, and a Life Member of the American Law Institute. Under President Clinton, he was Chairman of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, General Counsel of the Air Force and Co-Chairman of the Census Monitoring Board. During the Obama Administration, he served on the Military Leadership Diversity Commission. A Fellow of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers, he is the Co-Editor-in-Chief of Bloomberg’s treatise on Workplace Harassment.
RICHARD CARRION
Chairman of the Board of Directors, Popular, Inc.
ANTONIO CARRILLO
President & CEO, Arcosa Inc.
NRG Energy, Arcosa Boards
Wendy's Del Real Foods, a Palladium Equity company Boards
GILBERT F. CASELLAS
Age: 66
Winter Park, FL
Nationality:
KIMBERLY ANN CASIANO
Director
Kimberly Casiano, the first Latina to serve on a top five “Fortune 100” corporate board, is a member of the board of directors of Ford Motor Company, Mutual of America Financial Group, and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta. She is a founder of the Latino Corporate Directors Association, serves on the Board of Advisors of Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa (the third busiest cancer center in the United States) and is former Chapter Chair of the Young Presidents' Organization, Puerto Rico. A graduate of Princeton University and Harvard Business School, Kim is the proud mother of three children.
Age: 50
Orlando, FL
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Gulacsy serves as Interim Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, as well as Chief Accounting Officer of her company. Previously, Elizabeth served as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. and Chief Accounting Officer for Cross Country Healthcare, Inc. She began her career at Ernst & Young LLP as an Audit Manager. She holds bachelor's and master's degrees in accounting from the University of Florida and is a Certified Public Accountant. Elizabeth is actively involved in corporate governance, serving on the Board of Directors and Audit Committee of NNN REIT, Inc. (NYSE: NNN) and participating in industry associations like the Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA) and the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD). ELIZABETH CASTRO GULACSY
MICHAEL J. CAVE
Age: 64
Retired Senior Executive, The Boeing Co.
Age: 70
Miami, FL
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He served Boeing for 31 years, most recently as president of Boeing Capital Corp., a wholly owned Boeing subsidiary responsible for arranging, structuring and providing financing for Boeing's commercial airplane and space and defense products. Prior to that, he served as senior vice president of business development and strategy for the corporation; senior vice president and general manager for Boeing’s commercial airplane programs; chief financial officer of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, and vice president of finance for Boeing Information, Space & Defense Systems.
Juan Cento served as Regional President of the Latin America and Caribbean Division of FedEx Express, headquartered in Miami, Florida, until his retirement in 2021. Cento began his career with FedEx in 1989 when the company merged with Flying Tigers. Immediately following the merger, he was promoted to managing director for South and Central America, based in Saõ Paulo, Brazil. In his 32+ years with FedEx, Cento has expanded the company’s presence in Latin America and helped FedEx Express become a pillar for growth in the region. A Cuba native, Cento moved to Miami in 1960, where he attended Miami-Dade College and proceeded to graduate from Florida International University College of Business Administration.
Age: 66
Chicago, IL
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Cepeda is a respected entrepreneur and financial expert serving as a corporate director at BMO Financial Corp. and chairing the UBS Funds. She co-founded Angeles Investors in 2020, supporting Latino disruptive startups with 300 members nationwide, and co-leads Angeles Ventures Fund I. Cepeda has earned accolades including the Toni Cornelius Special Recognition Award from Chicago United in 2024 and the Leadership Greater Chicago Distinguished Fellow Award in 2023. She's recognized among the 100 Most Influential Latinos by Bloomberg Linea and the 50 Most Powerful Latinas by ALPFA. Adela holds an MBA from the University of Chicago and an AB with honors in Economics from Harvard College, with honorary doctorates from Metropolitan College of New York and Dominican University.
JUAN N. CENTO
Former President, Latin America and Caribbean, FedEx Express
Assurant Boards
ADELA CEPEDA
General Partner, Angeles Ventures Fund I
RAUL E. CESAN
Cesan is the Founder and Managing Partner of Commercial Worldwide LLC, an investment firm. Prior thereto, he spent 25 years at Schering Plough Corporation, serving in various capacities of substantial responsibility the President and Chief Operating Officer Executive Vice President of ScheringPlough Corporation and President of ScheringPlough Pharmaceuticals President of Schering Laboratories, U.S. Pharmaceutical Operations and President of Schering Plough International . Cesan was until April 2019 also a director of The New York Times Company.
Chadwick is Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Pitney Bowes, responsible for the financial operations of the company on a global basis, which includes the treasury, audit, investor relations, and tax functions. Ana has more than 20 years of global experience as a finance and operational executive at GE Capital. Her responsibilities included both operational and financial positions, along with strong transformational and financial services experience. Ana received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from The American University in Washington, DC in 1993. She is a former member of both GE’s Hispanic Forum and Women’s Network. She serves on the board of the Norwalk Community College (NCC) Foundation where she also mentors and dedicates time to strengthen NCC’s Career Services.
Age: 60 USA
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RAMON MARTIN "MARTY" CHÁVEZ
Vice Chairman and Partner, Sixth
Street
Age: 66 New York, NY
Nationality:
Former Chairman, PVH Corp
Marty is a computer scientist, entrepreneur, investor, and risk manager. He is a partner and vice chairman of Sixth Street, a private-capital investing platform with over $75 B under management. Prior to joining Sixth Street, he held multiple roles at Goldman Sachs, including Chief Information Officer and Chief Financial Officer. For the past 35 years, Marty has used data, math, software, and machine learning to solve hard problems for clients and stakeholders. He holds an A.B. (1985) magna cum laude in Biochemical Sciences and an S.M. (1985) in Computer Science from Harvard, and a Ph.D. (1990) in Medical Information Sciences from Stanford (Architectures and Algorithms for Probabilistic Expert Systems).
Chirico is Former Chairman of PVH Corp., owner of an iconic family of brands including Calvin Klein TOMMY HILFIGER, Van Heusen, ARROW, Warner's and IZOD. Manny was with PVH for over 26 years, serving as CEO from 2006 to 2021 and Chairman from 2007 to 2021. Under his leadership, PVH become one of the largest and most admired fashion and lifestyle companies in the world, reaching $9.9 billion in annual revenues in 2019 and 40,000 associates operating in over 40 countries. He played a key role in acquiring Calvin Klein in 2003 and engineered the transformative acquisitions of Tommy Hilfiger in 2010 and Warnaco in 2013. Born and raised in the Bronx, Manny graduated from Fordham’s Gabelli School of Business in 1979.
Age: 54 Miami, FL
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Cil is a seasoned business executive renowned for his leadership in the global restaurant industry. Currently serving as Chief Executive Officer of Restaurant Brands International Inc., he oversees iconic brands like Burger King, Tim Hortons, Popeyes, and Firehouse Subs. With a career spanning over two decades, Cil has held pivotal roles including Global President of Burger King and President of Burger King Europe, Middle East & Africa. He has been instrumental in RBI's expansion, digital transformation, and sustainability initiatives, notably leading the $1 billion acquisition of Firehouse Subs. He brings extensive board experience, recently appointed as an independent director at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.
ANA MARIA CHADWICK
EMANUEL CHIRICO
Dick's Sporting Goods Boards
Age: 43
Miami, FL
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ADRIANA CISNEROS
Chief Executive Officer, Cisneros
Mattel Inc. Boards
Age: 52
New York, NY
Nationality:
CEO of Cisneros, a privately held company with over 90 years’ experience operating businesses globally. The company today has three divisions: Cisneros Media, Cisneros Interactive and Cisneros Real Estate. She is President of the Fundación Cisneros, a not-for-profit organization, dedicated to improving access to education in Latin America. She is on the board of MoMA’s Latin American Acquisitions Committee (LACF) and a member of the Advisory Committee of the Cisneros Institute. Board member of Endeavor Miami, and a Director and Trustee of the Paley Center for Media. She is also a Board Member of Mattel, Inc., Parrot Analytics, the Knight Foundation and University of Miami. Adriana is a member of the Citibank Private Bank Latin American Advisory Board as well as an Advisory Board Member of Wyncode and TheVentureCity and was recently appointed as Head of Strategy for AST & Science. She holds a BA from Columbia University (2002) and a Master’s Degree in journalism from New York University (2005).
He is currently the Chairman & CEO of Claure Capital, a multi-billion-dollar global investment firm focused on public and private companies in technology, media, telecommunications, crypto, sports, real estate and other high growth sectors. From 2018 until 2022, Claure was the CEO of SoftBank Group International and COO of SoftBank Group, the world’s largest technology investment company. Previously, Claure served as President and CEO and then as Executive Chairman of Sprint, where he is widely recognized for delivering the best financial results in Sprint’s 120-year history and architecting its merger with T-Mobile U.S. Prior to Sprint, he founded Brightstar, which he built into the world’s largest global wireless distribution and services company and the largest Hispanic-owned business in U.S. history, with operations in more than 50 countries and revenues exceeding $10 billion.
Age: 71
Puerto Rico
Nationality:
LUIS A. CLAVELL-RODRÍGUEZ
Principal Investigator for the Children’s Oncology Group and the Puerto Rico National Cancer Institute Oncology Community Research Program
Age: 58
New York, NY
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He is the principal investigator for the Children’s Oncology Group and the Dana Farber Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Consortium at said institution. He was a professor of pediatrics and pathology from 1980 to 1994, and director of pediatric hematology oncology from 1984 to 1994, at the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine. He has particular expertise in clinical investigation. He is the chairman of the Board’s Executive Committee and member of the Investment and Finance Committee.
Cocero is a prominent leader in the biopharmaceutical industry, having served as Global President of Pfizer Vaccines. In this role, she led the development, commercialization, and global delivery of innovative vaccines, including the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine, distributed worldwide. With over 20 years at Pfizer, Nanette has held diverse roles, including Regional President for Emerging Markets, overseeing operations across 100+ countries. She is deeply engaged in industry advocacy, having chaired the Vaccine CEO Steering Committee at IFPMA and served on boards like the Milken Institute and Americas Society/ Council of the Americas. Nanette is recognized as a leader in healthcare innovation, with honors such as being named among the 101 Most Influential Latinos and the Forbes CEO Next List.
Age: 82 California
Nationality:
Former Majority Whip of the U.S. House of Representatives
Anthony Lee Coelho is an American politician from California who served in the United States House of Representatives.A member of the Democratic Party, he was the primary sponsor of the Americans with Disabilities Act and is a former chairman and current member of the board of directors of the Epilepsy Foundation.
MARCELO CLAURE
Chairman & CEO, Claure Capital
T-Mobile Boards
NANETTE COCERO Independent Director
HilleVax, IDEA Public Schools, PharmaJet Boards
ANTHONY L. COELHO
Age: 53
Los Gatos, CA Nationality:
Colón, Ph.D., is President, CEO, and Director of InCarda Therapeutics, Inc. With over 25 years in biopharma, genomics, and healthcare, she has held leadership roles at ProterixBio, Pyranose Biotherapeutics, Intrexon Corporation, Gilead Sciences, and Affymetrix, Inc. She holds a B.S. in chemical engineering from the University of Pennsylvania and a Ph.D. in chemical engineering from MIT. Colón serves on the boards of Voyager Therapeutics, Bloom Science, and Emm, and is a Trustee of MIT. She is a proud Latina and a member of the #BiotechCEOSisterhood. Colón serves on the boards of Voyager Therapeutics, Bloom Science, Emm, and the Board of Trustees of MIT. She is also Vice Chair of the Emerging Companies Section of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) and sits on the BIO Board Executive Committee.
TX
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Colorado has been a Director with Hudson Advisors L.P., or Hudson Advisors, an affiliate, since 2016. In such capacity, Colorado advises on legal issues impacting operating companies that are affiliates of Lone Star within North America, as well as other corporate investments. This is Colorado’s second stint with Hudson Advisors having previously been a Vice President at the firm from 2008 to 2012. In between his times at Hudson Advisors, he was a Partner at the law firm of Perkins Coie LLP, from 2012 to 2016, where he supported clients in various types of mortgage banking transactions, private and public securities offerings, debt financing transactions and mergers and acquisitions. Prior to his time at Hudson, Colorado was an attorney with Bank of America and a CPA with Ernst & Young LLP.
Age: 65
Dallas, TX
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Comparin, appointed as Independent Director effective January 1, 2020, also serves on the board of Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. (NYSE: CFR). She founded and led Animato, a technology solutions provider, from 1997 until its sale in 2016. Ms. Comparin held senior roles at ALLTEL, Nortel, and Recognition International, and has extensive experience at Electronic Data Systems (EDS). Her leadership provides valuable insights into international business, financial, and strategic planning. She is a Qualified Financial Expert (QFE) and serves on audit, nominating, governance, and technology committees. She is a member of the NACD and LCDA, and certified in systemic cyber risk governance for corporate directors.
Age: 50 New York Nationality:
As Chairman of NBCUniversal News Group, Cesar Conde oversees NBC News, CNBC, MSNBC, NBC News NOW, Telemundo Enterprises, and NBCUniversal Local. NBCU News Group, led by Conde, is the top news organization in America, reaching seven in 10 adults monthly across broadcast, cable, streaming, and digital platforms. Previously, he chaired NBCU International Group and Telemundo Enterprises, driving their global expansion and leadership in Hispanic media. Conde, a Harvard BA and Wharton MBA graduate, also served as President of Univision Networks.
Age: 53 Mexico City, MX Nationality:
Chief Executive Officer, Aeromexico
Conesa has been member of the IATA Board of Governors and an acting Board Member of Skyteam and the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA). Prior to Aeromexico, he held various positions in the Mexican Public Administration. He holds an Economics Bachelor degree from the Instituto Tecnológico de Mexico (ITAM) and a PhD in Economics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
GRACE COLON Independent Director
CareDx , ProterixBio Inc., Voyager Therapeutics Inc. Boards
Before joining GSK from 2009 to 2015, Connelly held various executive roles at Eli Lilly and Co. spanning 26 years. She served as president of Lilly USA and held positions such as senior vice president of human resources and vice president of human resources for pharmaceutical operations. Connelly began her career as national sales manager for the Puerto Rico affiliate, later becoming director of sales and marketing for the Caribbean Basin Region and general manager of Eli Lilly Puerto Rico. She also led global marketing for Evista and the U.S. women’s health business unit. In 2008, she was appointed to the President’s Commission on White House Fellowships. A native of San Juan, Connelly holds a bachelor's degree in Economics and Marketing from Lycoming College and completed Harvard University's Advanced Management Program.
Genmab A/S, Macys Inc, Lincoln Financial Group Boards
Age: 57 Park City, UT
Nationality:
EDUARDO F. CONRADO
President, Ascension
Conrado is the President of Ascension, overseeing strategy and operations for one of the largest non-profit Catholic health systems in the U.S., with over 2,600 care sites and 140 hospitals across 19 states, generating $28.3 billion in FY23 revenue. Previously, he held roles as Ascension’s EVP and Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, joined as EVP and Chief Digital Officer in 2018, and served on the Board of Directors from 2014 to 2018. Before Ascension, he was EVP and Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer at Motorola Solutions. Conrado holds bachelor’s degrees in Industrial Engineering from Texas Tech University and has earned master’s degrees from ESADE in Barcelona and Thunderbird School of Global Management.
Contreras-Sweet is a prominent American business leader, entrepreneur, and investor who served as a cabinet member in the Obama Administration and as California's state cabinet secretary. As the 24th Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), she focused on supporting America’s 28 million small businesses, pivotal in job creation nationwide. Contreras-Sweet founded several businesses, including ProAmerica Bank in downtown Los Angeles, where she was the Founding Executive Chairwoman. Previously, she served as California's Secretary of Business, Transportation, and Housing. She sits on numerous corporate boards and the Bipartisan Policy Center board, and holds five Honorary Doctorates, including from Tufts University and California State University, Los Angeles.
Cordeiro served as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer at Cabot Corporation, a global specialty chemicals and performance materials company, from 2009 to 2018. He also served as President of the Americas region from 2014 to 2018. During his 20-year tenure at Cabot Corporation, he held several corporate, business and executive management positions, including Vice President of Corporate Strategy and General Manager of its Fumed Metal Oxides and Supermetals businesses. Prior to his career at Cabot, Cordeiro was a consultant with The Boston Consulting Group and a founding partner of The Economics Resource Group.
Cortez, Chief Diversity Officer at McKesson since 2019, plays a key role in advancing inclusion at the global healthcare services and IT company, ranked 8th on the FORTUNE 500. Previously, he led global inclusion efforts at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, overseeing teams worldwide dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture. Earlier, he held roles at HP focusing on diversity strategy, talent management, and innovative solutions. Jesse began his career at Accenture and Merritt, Hawkins & Associates.
Owens Corning, FMC Corp. Boards
IGNACIO CORTINA
Age: 52
Oshkosh, WI
Nationality:
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary, Oshkosh Corporation
Cortina brings to the Board extensive experience in public policy, compliance, corporate governance, environmental and legal matters. He has been Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary of Oshkosh Corporation, a leading innovator of mission-critical vehicles and essential equipment, since February 2023. Cortina previously served as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary from 2016 to 2023. He has held various roles of increasing responsibility since joining Oshkosh Corporation in 2003. He has been a Director of IPL and WPL since 2023.
Cruz is responsible for leading the company’s efforts to drive transformational change in delivering sustainable supply chains for customers around the globe, while making agriculture part of how we deliver on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. This aim is core to Cargill’s purpose to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. Pilar also leads Cargill’s global Communications and Corporate Responsibility functions, which includes advancing partnerships focused on accelerating progress on climate, food security, human rights, and women’s economic empowerment.
D'An is the founder and President of D'An Financial Services, Inc., established in 2004. She serves as Chairman of The National Association of Corporate Directors (Florida) and holds independent director roles at Backblaze, Inc. since 2021, GHD Group Pty Ltd. since 2020, and Zoomcar Holdings, Inc. from 2023. Previously, she served as a director at Alico, Inc., Hot Topic, Inc., Renovaro, Inc., and Summer Infant, Inc. She was an Audit Partner at Ernst & Young LLP and Senior Vice President-Finance & Accounting at Likewize Corp. Evelyn holds an undergraduate degree from Albany State University and a graduate degree from Florida International University.
Pereira has been Regional VP, Brazil since 2013. Previously, he served as a legal representative for United Auto do Brasil Ltda from 1999 to 2005. He practiced law at Cunha Pereira Advogados from 1995 to 2005, focusing on professional athletes and racecar drivers. Pereira founded Atrium Telecomunicações Ltda, which was acquired by Telefonica of Spain in 2004. He also founded E-Vertical Tecnologia, a leader in high-tech facilities management for commercial properties. Prior to this, Pereira held various banking positions in Brazil and internationally from 1978 to 1995. He is Vice President of the São Paulo Chamber of Commerce (ACSP) and serves on the boards of Associação Brasileira dos Concessionários BMW and Associação Brasileira dos Distribuidores Toyota. Pereira earned his LL.B. from Faculdade de Direito do Largo de São Francisco and attended London Business School.
Age: 51 Denver, CO Nationality:
Da Silva is a business focused innovative technology leader who excels at solving critical business challenges with the latest technology solutions. He is known as an Executive catalyst for change who combines innovation with business acumen to deliver creative solutions in large, complex organizations. Expertise in Cloud Technology, Enterprise Architecture, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Program Delivery, and Big Data & Analytics. Da Silva has proven ability in leading management and project teams through change to deliver high performance, customer focused services.
Chief Information Officer, Summit Materials
Backblaze, Zoomcar Holdings, GHD Boards
PILAR CRUZ
Donaldson Company Inc., World Food Program USA Boards
JULIO DA SILVA
Age: 60
Washington, DC Nationality:
Age: 66
Juan José Daboub, Ph.D., President of HUGE (Honduras, USA, Guatemala, El Salvador) Business and Investment Council; Chairman of The Daboub Partnership; ViceChairman of Dorado Group; and Founding CEO of the Global Adaptation Institute. He has taught at Princeton University and is a member of several Boards of Directors of both public and private businesses and non-for-profits in the USA, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America. 2006-2010 he was Managing Director of the World Bank Group, with oversight functions of 110 countries in Africa, the Middle East, East Asia, and Latin America.
Los Angeles, CA
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Danhakl has served as a director of IQVIA since October 2016 and is a member of the Nominating and Governance and the Leadership Development and Compensation Committees. Prior to this, Danhakl served as a director of IMS Health from February 2010 until October 2016. He is a Managing Partner at Leonard Green & Partners, which he joined in 1995. Previously, Danhakl was a Managing Director of Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette Securities Corporation, which he joined in 1990. From 1985 until 1990, he was a Vice President in corporate finance at Drexel Burnham Lambert, Inc. Danhakl currently serves as a member of the boards of directors of Life Time Fitness, Inc., Charter NEX Generation, Genani Corporation, Eyemart Express, Mister Car Wash Holdings, Inc., SRS Distribution, Convergint Technologies LLC, Parts Town, Lakeshore Learning, Pye-Barker Fire Safety, LLC and WellSky. Danhakl holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of California at Berkeley.
Age: 50
Mexico City, MX Nationality:
Age: 61
Davila is the Regional President for Latin America, renowned for her expertise in driving significant business transformations. She excels in financial turnarounds, growth in core businesses, and building manufacturing and distribution capabilities. Silvia is adept at simplifying operations, uncovering hidden value, and fostering innovative ideas for transformational growth. As a driven and strategic leader, she empowers her team to become proactive, high-potential leaders. With a focus on strategy, digital transformation, and purpose-led marketing, Silvia has a consistent record of overcoming complex challenges and developing strong, engaged teams. She is a fluent speaker of English, native in Spanish, and has medium proficiency in French. Her leadership is characterized by a commitment to coaching and mentoring, particularly in the development of women in business.
Los Angeles, CA
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Gilbert Davila is one of the most sought-after experts on Multicultural marketing as well as DEIB in the United States today. His 25 years of experience working as a senior corporate marketing executive and multicultural market expert has led him to help lead strategy at industry stalwarts such as: Procter & Gamble; Coca Cola USA; Sears, Roebuck and Company; and The Walt Disney Company where he served as the head of MC Marketing and Global Diversity. Over the last 12 years, DMI Consulting has grown to be a leading firm proving Multicultural marketing and DEIB strategies and plans to drive growth in leading corporations and brands including- McDonald’s, Kimberly Clark, Dunkin’, Warner Bro’s Studios, Synchrony, Sea World and Coca Cola, amongst others.
Age: 51 New York, NY
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De Alba is a Managing Director and Partner of The Catalyst Capital Group, Inc. His responsibilities at Catalyst have included acting as a director or senior officer of various Catalyst portfolio companies, including, Frontera Energy, Geneba Properties, Advantage Rent-A-Car, Gateway Casinos & Entertainment, Therapure Biopharma, World Color Press, Cable Satisfaction International/Cabovisão and Sonar Entertainment. He has more than 25 years of investing, operating and leading corporate boards and focuses on fintech, healthcare services, gaming & entertainment, and media & sports IP industries. He is the recipient of the 2020 Leadership Achievement Award and 2018 Global Private Equity Growth Dealmaker of the Year in the Leadership Achievement Category. De Alba is fluent in five languages, holds a double B.S. in Finance and Economics from NYU Stern, an MBA from Columbia University, and has completed graduate courses in Mathematics and Computer Science at Harvard University.
JUAN JOSÉ DABOUB
Chairman of the Daboub Partnership and President of HUGE Business and Investment Council
Philip Morris International (PM), Banco Financiera Comercial Hondureña, S.A. (FICOHSA), Dorado Partners, LLC Boards
SILVIA DAVILA
Regional President LA, Danone
Fedex Boards
JOHN DANHAKL Managing Partner, Leonard Green & Partners
IQVIA Holdings Boards
GILBERT DÁVILA CEO, DMI Consulting
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Banner Health Boards
GABRIEL DE ALBA
Independent Director/Co-Chair
Cirque du Soleil Boards
Age: 62
Mexico City Nationality:
ALFONSO DE ANGOITIA NORIEGA
Co-CEO TelevisaUnivision Mexico and Co-CEO Grupo Televisa, S.A.B.
Alfonso de Angoitia is the Executive Chairman of TelevisaUnivision, Inc., a leading producer and distributor of Spanish-language content. He serves as Co-CEO of Grupo Televisa, Mexico's primary cable TV operator and largest investor in TelevisaUnivision. Alfonso has been on Grupo Televisa's Board since 1997 and previously held roles as Executive Vice President of Administration and Finance. He also sits on the boards of Grupo Financiero Banorte and Liberty Latin America, and chairs Fundación Kardias. Before joining Grupo Televisa, Alfonso practiced law at White & Case LLP in New York and co-founded Mijares, Angoitia, Cortés y Fuentes in Mexico. He graduated from the Faculty of Law at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México.
TelevisaUnivision, Inc., Grupo Televisa, S.A.B., Liberty Latin American LTD, Grupo Financiero Banorte. Boards
Age: 58
San Francisco, CA
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Henrique De Castro joined the Board of Fiserv, Inc. as a Director in 2019 after serving as a Director of First Data since 2017. He led Cantor Fitzgerald’s venture capital arm, Cantor Ventures, from 2015 to 2019 and served as Chief Operating Officer at Yahoo! Inc. between 2012 and 2014. Prior to that, he held senior executive positions at Google including President of Partner Business, responsible for approximately a third of Google's revenues and President of Media, Mobile & Platforms where he built and scaled the business globally to over 50 countries. Prior to Google, De Castro had senior executive roles at Dell Technologies and McKinsey & Company. De Castro has extensive experience across the globe in the Technology, Internet, Media and Retail industries. He has an MBA from IMD in Switzerland and a Bachelor in Business and Economics from ISEG in Lisbon.
Age: 55
San Francisco, CA
Nationality:
GUILLERMO DIAZ JR.
CEO, Conectado Inc.
Jack
Age: 56
Dallas, TX
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RALPH DE LA TORRE CEO, Steward Health Care Systems
Age: 71
Boca Raton, FL
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Diaz has served as the Chairman of HITEC since 2019. Since February 2022, Diaz has also served as the Founder and CEO of Conectado Inc., an innovative, Web 3 digital platform with the mission of accelerating access to opportunities for underrepresented minorities, and since August 2020, he has served on the Board of Directors for Blue Shield of California. Prior to his current roles, Diaz served as CEO at Kloudspot, Inc., an innovative predictive AI and IoT analytics platform provider, and he served as Global Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Cisco Systems, Inc. Diaz began his career in telecommunications with the U.S. Navy, where he received a military scholarship that led to his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Regis University in Colorado.
De La Torre, M.D., is the Chairman and CEO of Steward Health Care Systems LLC. Prior to founding Steward, he was CEO of Caritas Christi Health Care, where he led the transformation of a six-hospital system and developed the business model for Steward, which was subsequently invested in by Cerberus Capital Management. Previously, he was founder and CEO of the Cardiovascular Institute at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) and of Cardiovascular Management Associates, one of the nation's first totally integrated systems for treating cardiac patients. At the same time, he was Chief of Cardiac Surgery at BIDMC and a Harvard Medical Faculty Physician at BIDMC ‒ he was widely recognized as one of the top cardiac surgeons in the nation. De La Torre graduated from Duke University in 1988 (B.S.E.), where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa and Tau Beta Pi, and from a joint program between Harvard Medical School (M.D.) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.S.) in 1992.
Founder and chairman of the De La Vega Group which invests in and advices startup companies that have a noble purpose and solve difficult problems using innovative technologies. De la Vega is the former Vice Chairman of AT&T Inc. and CEO of Business Solutions & International. Previously, he was President and CEO of AT&T Mobility. Under his leadership, AT&T Mobility became one of the world’s leading smartphone and mobile Internet providers. He is the author of the best-selling book Obstacles Welcome: Turn Adversity to Advantage in Business and Life (Thomas Nelson, 2009). De la Vega has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and a master’s degree in business administration from Northern Illinois University. He completed the Executive Program at the University of Virginia and received a Doctor Honoris Causa from FAU.
in the Box, Blue Shield of California, Boards
HENRIQUE DE CASTRO Independent Director
Fiserv Inc. Boards
CareMax Inc., Steward Health Care Systems LLC Boards
RAFAEL "RALPH" DE LA VEGA
Founder & Chairman, De La Vega Group
MERCEDES
CIO,
Age: 67
San Francisco, CA
Nationality:
DE LUCA
Pebble Beach Resorts
De Luca serves as an Independent Director of the Company, appointed in May 2019. Since May 2017, she has been the Chief Information Officer for Pebble Beach Company. Previously, she held several executive roles, including Chief Operating Officer at Basecamp, Vice President and General Manager of eCommerce at Sears Holdings, and CEO of MyShape, Inc. Ms. De Luca has also worked with Yahoo! and Interwoven, leading digital transformation efforts. She holds an MBA from Santa Clara University and a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Columbia University. She also serves on the board of INETCO. Her expertise includes technology leadership, digital transformation, and business growth.
Age: 47
Miami, FL
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De Solo has committed his professional life to creating the most effective delivery system for underserved patients in economically challenged areas. With more than 10 years' experience in healthcare, he started his career as senior equities trader for RBC/Carlin. From there, he served as COO and partner of a startup managed healthcare company, then successfully sold the company in two years. In 2011, he founded CareMax, a network of full-risk, community-based Medicare Advantage healthcare and wellness centers. As CEO, he built CareMax from the ground up, using social determinants to serve comprehensive healthcare needs for the most vulnerable senior populations. In August, 2021, he was named a Florida Entrepreneur of the Year award winner. In addition to CEO of CareMax, De Solo is on the Board of Directors at Coral Gables Hospital (a Tenet Hospital).
Age: 68
Cupertino, CA
Nationality:
GEORGE DE URIOSTE Independent Director
PEDRO DEJESUS
Age: 50
Chicago, IL
Nationality:
Head-International Business & EVP/General Counsel & Corp. Sec., Tampico Beverages
Age: 66 Spain
Nationality:
Managing Director, Torreal, S.A.
Urioste has a distinguished career spanning over three decades in finance and operational leadership, including roles as CFO, COO, and board member at various public and private enterprises. He has guided companies through transformative phases, overseeing significant IPOs, M&A deals, and capital ventures totaling over $½ billion. George's strategic insights and commitment to diversity align with Roambee's values, where he serves on the Board of Directors, enhancing the company's growth and innovation trajectory in supply chain technology.
DeJesús is the Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary for Tampico Beverages, Inc., a leading manufacturer and marketer of high-quality flavored drink concentrates. He is also the co-founder of Onward Brands, LLC. Pedro also holds board positions at the Museum of Science and Industry, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, Latino Corporate Directors Education Foundation, City Colleges of Chicago Foundation, and The National Education Association Foundation. Pedro holds a Six Sigma Green Belt certification and has over 15 years of experience in international business management, customer relationship management, and new business development. He oversees a team of sales and marketing professionals and manages global legal matters for Tampico Beverages.
Pedro del Corro is a member of Torreal, S.A., one of the largest private investment firms in Spain. He joined Torreal in 1990 and is currently a managing director and a member of its board. Prior to joining Torreal, he held various positions with Procter & Gamble in Spain, Belgium, the United Kingdom and Portugal. He currently is a director of each of Arbarin Sicav, S.A. and Inversiones Naira Sicav, S.A. In the past five years, he has served as a member of the boards of directors of Universidad Europea de Madrid, S.L.U., Imagina and Saba Infraestructuras. Del Corro earned a law degree from the Universidad de Deusto and a business administration degree from ICADE Business School—Universidad Pontificia Comillas.
Roambee, Hearth Beam Boards
CARLOS A. DE SOLO President & CEO, CareMax Medical Centers
CareMax Inc. Boards
Lake Forest Bank & Trust, N.A., a Wintrust Financial Corp. Bank, Onward Brands, LLC, Tampico Beverages, Inc. Tampico Bottling Company.
PEDRO PABLO MANUEL DEL CORRO GARCÍA LOMAS
Congratulations to ONEOK Director Eduardo Rodriquez for being recognized as a Latino Leader of a Fortune 500 board.
At ONEOK, we believe our midstream energy company’s future depends on workplace diversity and inclusion. From recruiting diverse talent to fostering an inclusive culture, we’re embracing ideas, abilities and contributions at every level.
RUDY F. DELEÓN
Age: 70
Arlington, VA
Nationality:
Senior Fellow, Center for American Progress
JOAQUÍN
Age: 64
Austin, TX
Nationality:
Senior fellow with the National Security and International Policy team at American Progress. He has worked at the organization since 2007 and focuses on U.S. national security issues and U.S.-China relations. DeLeon’s 25-year government career concluded in 2001 after his tenure as deputy secretary of defense, during which time he served as the chief operating officer at the Pentagon, a member of the Deputies Committee of the National Security Council, and a member of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs National Partnership Council on labor-management issues. For five years, in 2001, he served as a senior vice president for the Boeing Company, focusing on global trade issues and Washington, D.C., operations. DeLeon earned a bachelor’s degree from Loyola Marymount University in 1974. In 1984, he completed the executive program in national and international security at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government.
Joaquin Delgado worked at 3M Company from 1987 until his retirement in July 2019. He most recently served as Executive Vice President since July 2009, having operating responsibility for three Business Groups consecutively: Electro-Communications Business Group, Health Care Business Group and Consumer Business Group. Delgado has a PhD in polymer science and engineering from Lehigh University.
Age: 61
New York, NY
Nationality:
Ana Demel teaches at NYU School of Law; she is a member of the board of Pro Mujer. Prior to 2009, Ana was a partner at the international law firm of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton, LLP where her practice focused on international financing and business transactions, particularly in Latin America. At Cleary Gottlieb she advised private and public sector clients on a variety of transactions. In addition, she was involved in pro bono matters involving microfinance. Ana was distinguished by Chambers USA America’s Leading Lawyers for Business for Latin American investment and Chambers Latin America’s Leading Lawyers for Business for corporate/M&A. She received a J.D. degree from New York University in 1986, where she was a note editor of the New York University Law Review, and an undergraduate degree, magna cum laude, from Brandeis University.
BETTY DEVITA Independent Director
Age: 64
New York, NY
Nationality:
DeVita, an executive with extensive experience in the banking and payments industry, is currently the Chief Business Officer and a member of the board of directors of FinConecta, a global technology company focused on the digitalization of finance and open banking. She previously served as Chief Commercial Officer of Digital Payments & Labs at Mastercard Worldwide where she oversaw the company’s research, development, and deployment of payment innovations across a wide range of global markets. She also served as President of Mastercard Canada, Inc. Before joining Mastercard, she held various positions of increasing responsibility at Citigroup, Inc., including leadership roles in North America, Latin America, and Korea, culminating in her position as Chairman and CEO of Citibank Canada Inc. DeVita served on the board of directors of Molson Coors Brewing Co. from 2016 to 2020.
BRUNO V. DI LEO
Age: 66
Newport Beach, CA
Nationality:
Managing Director, Bearing North, LLC
Bearing-North LLC,is an independent advisory focused on business expansion and senior executive counseling in strategy and operations. Di Leo sits on the Board of Directors of Ferrovial S.A. in Spain (FER.MC). He is a member of the International Advisory Board of Instituto de Estudios Superiores de la Empresa (IESE) in Spain, and also serves in the Deming Center Advisory Board of Columbia Business School. He retired from IBM in June 2018 as IBM Senior Vice President. He has business leadership experience in multinational environments, having lived and held executive positions on four continents. During his career, he has built a reputation for operational excellence, innovative strategic thinking, working with the highest level of integrity, and a deep commitment to IBM clients.
ANA DEMEL
Adjunct Professor at NYU School of Law
Monster Beverage Boards
DELGADO Independent Director
Stepan Company Boards
Popular Boards
Cummins, Ferrovial Boards
FIONA P. DIAS Independent Director
Age: 60 New England, USA Nationality:
Dias became a member of our Board in June 2013 and has served as a member of the Compensation Committee since August 2013 and as a member of the Product and Technology Committee since August 2018. She is currently Principal Digital Partner at Ryan Retail Consulting, a global consulting firm, and has held that position since January 2015. Previously, she was Chief Strategy Officer of ShopRunner, an online shopping service, from August 2011 to October 2014. Before that, she was Executive Vice President, Strategy & Marketing, of GSI Commerce, Inc. from February 2007 to June 2011. Her experience with developing, implementing and assessing marketing plans and initiatives allows the Board to benefit from her marketing expertise. In addition, Dias’ e-commerce and digital marketing experience with a broad spectrum of brands aligns well with the Board’s review and assessment of the Company’s multi-brand strategies.
Age: 58 Nashville, TN and Naples, FL
Nationality:
NYSE and NASDAQ Public Board Director and Lead Director
Age: 62 Louisville, KY
Nationality:
Diaz is an Independent Public Board & Lead Director with companies listed on the NYSE and NASDAQ. He serves on the boards of Valero Energy Corp., Archer Aviation Inc., Smith & Wesson Inc., and SiteOne Landscape Inc., chairing multiple committees including Audit, Compensation & Human Resources, Sustainability, and Nomination & Governance. Previously, Diaz was President & CEO and Chairman of Mitsubishi Motors North America. He held leadership roles at Nissan North America, including Division VP & GM of Trucks and Commercial Vehicles, and at Chrysler Corporation, where he served as President and CEO of Chrysler’s Ram Truck Brand and Chrysler de Mexico and Latin America.
Paul was named President, CEO, and member of the Myriad Genetics board of directors in 2020. He was most recently a partner, and remains a senior advisor, at Cressey & Company, a private investment firm headquartered in Chicago, IL. Paul is the former President & CEO and Vice Chairman of Kindred Healthcare, Inc. He currently serves on the Board of Trustees of Johns Hopkins Medicine, Mom’s Meals, HealthDrive, and the Board of Visitors of the Georgetown University Law Center. He is a founding member of Guidon Partners, a venture and growth equity fund focused on emerging healthcare companies.
MARTHA
Age: 61 Santa Fe, NM
Nationality:
Diaz served as President of the Editorial Televisa subsidiary of Televisa for the United States, Mexico and Puerto Rico, and also served as President of Distribuidora Intermex, S.A. de C.V., a subsidiary of Grupo Televisa, S.A.B., from 2012 until 2015. She served as president of Sistema Radiópolis, S.A. de C.V., from 2010 until 2012. She holds a degree in chemical engineering from the Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana and a postgraduate certificate as a marketing specialist from the Universidad EAFIT in Colombia.
Age: 52 New York, NY
Nationality:
Diaz has been elected to the Board of Directors of Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX). Dr. Diaz has been Head of the Division of Solid Tumor Oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center since December 2016. Previously, he was a faculty member at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. An entrepreneur, he founded several biotechnology companies, including Epitope, Inostics, PapGene (Thrive), and Personal Genome Diagnostics, Inc. He received his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Michigan and completed his medical training at Johns Hopkins.
Valero Energy Corp., SiteOne Landscape Supply, Smith & Wesson Brands Inc., Archer Aviation Boards
ELENA DÍAZ Independent Director
Entravision Communications Corp. Boards
LUIS ALBERTO DIAZ JR.
Head, Division of Solid Tumor Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Age: 51
Houston, TX
Nationality:
RAFAEL ANDRES DIAZ-GRANADOS
CEO, TransForce
Diaz-Granados is a broadly seasoned executive and international leader. Since 2020, he has served as Chairman and CEO of Paragon, a portfolio company of Palladium Equity Partners. He is also co-founder of Angeles Investors, a Hispanic angel investing group based in Chicago, and currently serves as CEO of Cetan Investments based in Miami. He also has a wide variety of board leadership experiences, including serving as a director of the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority, the Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation, the Latino Corporate Directors Education Foundation, Q'Max Solutions, and as Chair of Trachte, a private company majority-owned by Palladium. Diaz-Granados earned his bachelor's degree in economics from Harvard University and his Juris Doctor from Georgetown University Law Center.
Huntington Bancshares Inc., Paragon ISG Boards
Age: 53
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Executive
CEO for Ryder System, Inc., a leading commercial fleet management, dedicated transportation, and supply chain solutions company. He is responsible for Ryder’s financial management functions including finance and accounting, treasury, tax, audit, corporate strategy, and investor relations. He is a member of Ryder’s executive leadership team. Over the course of 20 years at Ryder, Diez has held many senior leadership positions including president of Ryder’s largest business segment of Fleet Management Solutions, president of the company’s Dedicated Transportation Solutions business unit, senior vice president of asset management, senior vice president of global field finance, and vice president and CFO for the Fleet Management business segment. A licensed CPA and a member of the American Institute of CPAs, Diez earned both his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Accounting from Florida International University.
Age: 53
Austin, TX
Nationality:
RUSSELL DIEZ-CANESCO
President & CEO/Board Member, Vital Farms Inc.
Age: 57 New York, NY
Nationality:
A self-proclaimed “recovering MBA student”, Diez-Canesco was attracted to Vital Farms because the company’s multi-stakeholder business model challenged all his previous notions on capitalism. Under his leadership, Vital Farms has grown significantly in revenue, with a 35% compound annual growth rate from 2016-2020, as well as in retail distribution, and its relationships with small family farms. In July 2020, he led Vital Farms’ successful transition to the public market. He believes his most significant contribution to Vital Farms is scaling a high-performing organization and world-class Board of Directors, while cultivating a strong, values-driven culture. Prior to joining Vital Farms, Diez-Canesco worked with McKinsey & Company, H-E-B Grocery, and the Central Intelligence Agency.
Docharty, a seasoned financial services executive, has been a director since October 2021. With over 30 years at Goldman Sachs, including 10 years as a Partner, she served as the Americas Head of Execution Services and Global Co-head of Synthetics Distribution. She has led multiple digital transformations and strategic initiatives. Ms. Docharty is currently an independent director at Neuberger Berman and HYPR, and serves on Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business advisory board. Recognized among the most powerful Latina leaders, she champions diversity and inclusion.
Age: 60 United States
Nationality:
JOSEPH DOMINGUEZ
President and Chief Executive Officer, Constellation
Joseph Dominguez is the President and CEO of Constellation, a leading energy company with 13,000 employees and a generating capacity of over 32,400 megawatts. Under his leadership, Constellation is America's clean energy leader, operating nuclear, wind, solar, hydroelectric, and natural gas facilities across 19 states. Previously, he served as CEO of ComEd, an Exelon company, and held key roles at Exelon and as a partner at White and Williams, LLP. He holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and a law degree magna cum laude from Rutgers University School of Law.
JOHN J. DIEZ
Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, Ryder System, Inc.
Trinity Industries Boards
MICHELE DOCHARTY Independent Director
Age: 60
Los Angeles & Sacramento, CA
Nationality:
DORENE C. DOMÍNGUEZ
CEO and Chairwoman of Vanir
Dorene has served as Chairwoman and CEO of the Vanir Group of Companies and its subsidiaries, Vanir Construction Management and Vanir Development Company , since 2004. She is member of the governing group that aggressively pursued and ultimately purchased the Sacramento Kings professional basketball team in 2013. With the purchase, Dominguez became the first Latina to hold the distinction of National Basketball Association (NBA ) governor status. She is also a member of the governing group for the Sacramento Republic Football Club, which is scheduled to begin Major League Soccer(MLS) play in 2022. Dominguez formed The Dominguez Dream in Memory of H. Frank Dominguez nonprofit, formerly known as The Vanir Foundation in Memory of her father, in 2004. Dominguez graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and holds a Certificate in Corporate Governance from Harvard University.
Age: 65
New York, NY
Nationality:
Vice
Carlos has more than 30 years of enterprise technology experience and an unparalleled passion for innovation. Previously an active member of Sprinklr’s board of directors, today Carlos guides strategic direction for Sprinklr and leads the marketing, sales, services, and partnerships teams for the most complete enterprise social technology company in the world. Prior to joining Sprinklr, Carlos spent 22 years at Cisco Systems. Over the last seven years, he served as a technology evangelist and representative for the chairman and CEO of Cisco, delivering keynotes to audiences worldwide. During his tenure at Cisco, he cemented the company in the strategic markets of financial services, media, and pharmaceuticals. He also helped establish and lead Cisco’s Service Provider organization to generate more than $14 billion in annual revenue.
Age: 70 Houston, TX
Nationality:
Former Partner and Americas Oil & Gas Sector Leader,
Age: 54
Toronto, ON
Nationality:
Donadio retired as a partner of Ernst & Young LLP in 2014. Prior to her retirement, she was Americas Oil & Gas Sector Leader for Ernst & Young LLP from 2007, with responsibility for one of EY’s significant industry groups helping set firm strategy for oil and gas industry clients in the U.S. and throughout the Americas. Donadio joined EY LLP in 1976, and from 1989 served as an audit partner for multiple companies in the oil and gas industry. During her tenure as a partner with EY LLP, she held various energy industry leadership positions. She has audit and public accounting experience with a specialization in domestic and international operations in all segments of the energy industry. Donadio holds a B.S. in accounting from Louisiana State University and is a licensed certified public accountant in the State of Texas.
Doniz is the chief information and data analytics officer at The Boeing Company. She leads all aspects of information technology, enterprise security, data and analytics for the world’s leading aerospace company. She joined Boeing in 2020 after a successful career at Qantas Airways, Procter & Gamble and SAP. An honors graduate of the University of Toronto with a degree in Engineering, Susan speaks three languages and has lived and worked in Australia, Canada, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, most of the countries in Latin America and the United States. She is a champion and self-starter of a variety of diversity networks for women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, as well as for Hispanics in business leadership.
Age: 56
Bradenton, FL
Nationality:
Donoso currently serves as a director of GrafTech International Ltd., where he is a member of the audit and human resources and compensation committees. He retired from Dow Inc. in April 2023 after a 30-year career. At Dow, he held various leadership roles, including President of Packaging & Specialty Plastics, overseeing significant global operations and implementing a transformative sustainability strategy. He has served on several joint venture boards in countries such as Brazil, Japan, and Saudi Arabia. Donoso is known for his innovative strategy and commitment to diversity and inclusion. He is a member of the Latino Corporate Directors Association.
MARCELA E. DONADIO
Ernst & Young LLP
Norfolk Southern, NOV, Marathon Oil, Freeport-McMoRan Inc. Boards
CARLOS DOMÍNGUEZ
Chairman of the Board and Chief Evangelist at Sprinklr
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer,
Bedford Hills, NY
Nationality:
Joaquin’s 30-plus year career at J&J has spanned multiple business sectors, geographies and functions. In his current role, he provides strategic direction for the Pharmaceutical and Consumer Health sectors (a $60 billion portfolio) and oversees the Global Supply Chain, Technology and Health & Wellness teams. When the COVID-19 pandemic began, Joaquin oversaw the Company’s rapid response to the crisis and drove coordination of global initiatives to safeguard the health of employees, ensure business and supply chain continuity, and accelerate the development of a COVID-19 vaccine. He is a past chair of PhRMA. As the current executive sponsor of Johnson & Johnson’s African Ancestry Leadership Council, Joaquin is committed to nurturing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace—work recognized by the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association in 2017 when he received the Honorable Mentor award. Joaquin earned an MBA from ESADE in Barcelona, Spain, and a Master of International Management from Thunderbird in Phoenix, Arizona.
Diana served as EVP and CFO at JPMorgan Chase & Co, from 1998 until her retirement in 2004. In this role, she was responsible for financial management, corporate treasury and investor relations. Dublon previously held numerous positions at JPMorgan Chase and its predecessor companies, including corporate treasurer, managing director of the financial institutions division and head of asset liability management. Dublon also previously served on the faculty of Harvard Business School and on the boards of several non-profit organizations. She also currently serves on the independent audit quality committee of Ernst & Young LLP, the board of advisors of the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and the board of directors of the Westchester Land Trust.
Age: 28
San Franciso, CA
Nationality:
HENRIQUE DUBUGRAS
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Brex Inc.
Age: 62
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Dubugras has been a director of Expedia Group since October 2022. He has served as the co-Chief Executive Officer of Brex Inc., a privately-held financial services company, since co- founding Brex in 2017. Prior to Brex, Dubrugras had co-founded and served as Chief Executive Officer of Pagar.me, an online payments company that was acquired in September 2016. Earlier in his career, Dubrugas founded EduqueMe, an educational crowdfunding company, and Estudar nos EUA, a company aimed at disseminating information about study- abroad opportunities. Since June 2017, Dubrugas has served on the Board of Directors of MercadoLibre, Inc., a leading Latin American e-commerce technology platform. Dubugras has significant B2B experience, expertise in the area of online payments systems, and a track record of driving innovation.
Dulá is a business executive and entrepreneur and, until of 2018, she was Vice Chairman at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. Prior to this position, she was head of the Latin America Wealth Management Division at Merrill Lynch and head of Corporate and Investment Banking for Latin America. Following her MBA, she worked for nine years at Goldman Sachs, where she led landmark privatizations out of Spain, Italy and Mexico, as well as global debt and equity offerings for Latin American issuers.
After Goldman Sachs, Sonia became CEO of Telemundo Studios México, the production center for Telemundo Network (USA). She co-founded two internet companies – Internet Group of Brazil and Obsidiana – and she was CEO of Grupo Latino de Radio, a Prisa company with more than 500 owned and operated radio stations in Latin America and the US Hispanic market.
Age: 60
Vero Beach, FL
Nationality:
Dutra is a seasoned global CEO, Business Advisor, and Corporate Board Director with extensive experience spanning over 30 years across 25 countries. Fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French, she specializes in P&L management, M&A, ESG, digital technology, AI, and data analytics-driven business growth. Ana holds NACD Directorship Certification, CERT Certification in Cybersecurity Oversight, and Diligent ESG and Climate Leadership Certification. She has led global acquisitions, joint-ventures, and integrations at companies like IBM, CSC, and Accenture, creating $500+ MM businesses. Ana serves on multiple boards, including Carparts.com and Pembina Pipeline, and chairs the Educational Foundation Board at the Latino Corporate Directors Association. With degrees from Kellogg at Northwestern University and accolades such as the Chicago United Business Leader of Color, Ana is a distinguished lecturer and speaker on global competitiveness, ESG, and leadership.
JOAQUÍN DUATO
Johnson & Johnson
DINA DUBLON Independent Director
Age: 59
PepsiCo, T. Rowe Price Group Boards
SONIA DULÁ Independent Director & Advisor
Huntsman Corp. Boards
ANA DUTRA CEO, Mandala Global Advisors
Age: 69
Berkeley, CA Nationality:
MARIA ECHAVESTE President/CEO, Opportunity Institute
Age: 67
New York, NY
Nationality:
JOSEPH J. ECHEVARRÍA
Independent Director
Echaveste is the President & Chief Executive Officer at The Opportunity Institute and an Independent Director at Cadiz, Inc. She serves on the boards of UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland, Alliance for a Healthier Generation, Inc., MK Level Playing Field Institute, UCSF Benioff Childrens Hospitals Foundation, The Summer Math & Science Honors Academy, and Mi Familia Vota. Previously, Ms. Echaveste served as a Director at California HealthCare Foundation and as an Independent Director at International Battery Metals Ltd from 2022 to 2023. She also held a role at The White House as the Deputy Chief of Staff. Maria Echaveste completed her undergraduate studies at Stanford University and pursued graduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley.
Echevarria served as CEO of Deloitte LLP. He previously served in increasingly senior leadership positions during his 36-year career at the firm, including U.S. Managing Partner for Operations, prior to being named CEO. In addition to the public company board services noted above, Echevarria currently serves as a Trustee and senior advisor to the President of the University of Miami. Echevarria previously served as Chairman of President Obama’s My Brother’s Keeper Alliance and as a Member of the Private Export Council, the principal national advisory committee on international trade. He has served as a director since 2015, as Lead Director from 2016 through 2019 and as Chair since 2019. Echevarria earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Miami.
ALICIA ENCISO Independent Board Director
Age: 56
McLean, VA
Nationality:
Alicia Enciso is an Independent Board Director at Bacardi, Kimberly Clark Mexico and Remilk. Enciso was CMO of $14Bn Nestle USA and President of their $2Bn Beverages Division. She is a well-rounded global marketer who has presided over some of the world’s greatest brands. She has over 30 years’ experience with multinational Fortune 100 Companies in Consumer Goods and Foods. Through her various roles, Ms. Enciso has significant international and sophisticated “modern” marketing and leadership experience. Enciso holds a B.S. in Business from Instituto Tecnologico Autonomo de Mexico
JUAN ENRIQUEZ
Age: 64 Boston, MA
Nationality:
Managing Director, Excel Venture Management
Age: 62 Washington, DC
Nationality:
ANNA ESCOBEDO CABRAL
Senior Advisor, Inter-American Development Bank
Global authority on the impact of life sciences, AI, and brain research on business, government, and society. Prior to founding Excel Venture, Juan was the founding Director of the Harvard Business School's Life Sciences Project and is an affiliate at MIT’s synthetic neurobiology lab. Bestselling author of 7 books on technology. Advisor to Fortune 100, and various heads of state, on how to adapt to a world where the dominant language is shifting from the digital towards the language of life and AI. Trustee of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, GBH, Questbridge, and the Boston Science Museum. BA/ MBA from Harvard.
She is a partner in The Cabral Group, a firm dedicated to serving clients in need of government and public relations support. From 2009 through May of 2018, she served as a Senior Principal Advisor within the External Relations department of the Inter-American Development Bank, the largest source of development financing for the Caribbean and Latin America. She was the Bank’s principal liaison between senior management and parliamentary bodies, including the U.S. Congress. She served as Treasurer of the United States, U.S. Department of the Treasury, helping the Secretary of the Treasury fulfill the President’s economic agenda. From 1991-1999, she was executive staff director for the U.S. Senate Republican Conference Task Force on Hispanic Affairs and deputy staff director for the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Cabral earned her Juris Doctorate from George Mason University School of Law.
Cadiz, International Battery Metals Ltd Boards
Bacardi, Kimberly Clark Mexico, Remilk Boards
Pfizer, Bank of New York Mellon Corp., Unum Group Boards
Cabot Corporation, Foodsmart, OpenWater Boards
IRENE M. ESTEVES
Esteves was Chief Financial Officer of Time Warner Cable Inc., a post she held from 2011 to 2013. She previously served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of XL Group plc from 2010 to 2011. Prior to that position, Esteves was Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Regions Financial Corporation from 2008 to 2010. She previously served on the board of directors of TW Telecom Inc. from 2014 to 2014 and the board of directors of Timberland Co. from 2003 to 2009.
Age: 73
San Marino, CA
Nationality:
Estrada serves as Lead Independent Director of the Company and holds the position of Lead Director at East West Bancorp, Inc. and East West Bank. He is the CEO of Estradagy Business Advisors, providing advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses. With over 35 years as a professor in the California State University system, Mr. Estrada has a deep background in business education. He previously led the Los Angeles District of the U.S. Small Business Administration and served as a Commissioner on the White House Commission on Small Business. His expertise in small business lending, public service, and corporate governance enhances his role on several corporate and non-profit boards.
ESTRADA
Age: 63
Mérida, Yuc
Nationality:
Former State Deputy of Mexico South
Estrada Avilés, appointed Supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus on February 11th, oversees board meetings and the Supreme Officers, including the annual Supreme Convention. He also serves as a state deputy for South Mexico and has held prominent roles within the Church, including national president of the National Mexican Council of the Laity. Avilés graduated from the Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán in 1981, practices law, and teaches at the Universidad Marista de Mérida. He and his wife, María Dolores Fritz Sierra, have five adult children and six grandchildren.
Age: 73
Spain
Nationality:
Fanjul is Vice Chairman of Omega Capital, a private investment firm based in Spain. He is the Founding Chairman and former CEO of Repsol. Fanjul is Vice Chairman of the Board of LafargeHolcim and a director of Ferrovial. He is a former director of Unilever, the London Stock Exchange, Areva, Acerinox and Deoleo. He is a dual Spanish and Chilean national and has a PhD in Economics.
Age: 54
São Paulo, BRA
Nationality:
Farjallat has served on our Board since January 2023. She has served as regional sales director, mid-market Latin America for Facebook Brasil since March 2020. Prior to joining Facebook, she served as senior director of marketplace/chief marketing officer for Mercado Livre do Brasil, a marketplace and fintech company, from March 2017 through February 2020. She served as founder and chief executive officer of Tiena Indústria s Comércio de Cosméticos Ltda, a cosmetics company, from January 2009 to October 2016. She serves as an advisor to Americanas, a publicly-traded retail, online commerce and fintech company, since December 2021 and serves on its digital committee. From June 2021 to December 2021, she served as an independent board member of Lojas Americanas S.A., one of South America’s largest retailers. Farjallat earned her MBA from Harvard Business School and her bachelor’s degree from Universidade de São Paolo.
Knights of Columbus Boards
RUDOLPH ESTRADA
Chief Executive Officer, Estradagy Business Advisors
ÓSCAR FANJUL MARTÍN Vice Chairman, Omega Capital
CRISTINA FARJALLAT
Independent Director
Age: 78
New York, NY
Nationality:
WILLIAM FELDMAN
Feldman serves as President of the Southern Boulevard Business Improvement District, dedicated to enhancing economic growth in the Bronx, New York. Since 1993, he has been a Director of Ponce De Leon Federal Bank and currently serves on the Boards of Ponce Bank, Ponce Bank Mutual Holding Company, and Ponce Financial Group, Inc. A New York University graduate with a master’s in computer science, Feldman has over 30 years of experience in managing commercial and residential real estate across the metropolitan area. He oversees 13 properties through The Feldman Living Trust and previously owned men’s clothing stores until 2013.
DIANA FERGUSON
Independent Director
Age: 61
Chicago, IL
Nationality:
Ferguson brings to Mattel’s Board significant leadership, finance, human capital management, strategy, and consumer products experience. As a former Chief Financial Officer in several consumer products businesses, she brings valuable perspective on managing large organizations, complex accounting principles and judgments, internal controls and financial reporting requirements, and evaluating the financial results and financial reporting processes of complex companies. Ferguson also has extensive board experience with publicly-traded companies and nonprofit organizations.
Age: 61 Tipton, CA
Nationality:
JARED FERNANDES
Fernandes is partner of Legacy Ranches, a dairy Farm located in Pixley, California. Legacy Ranches consists of 4500 milk cows and 5000 head of support stock on two facilities along with 1800 acres of farm ground. The dairies milk both Jersey and Holstein cows, and the farm grows Alfalfa, Wheat, Corn and Pistachios.
JOEY FERNANDES
Age: Tulare, CA
Nationality:
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O'Lakes Boards
RAUL FERNANDEZ
Age: 56 Washington, DC
Nationality:
President and Chief Executive Officer, DXC Technology
information available at time of print.
Vice Chairman and Owner of Monumental Sports & Entertainment, a private partnership that co-owns the NBA’s Washington Wizards, the NHL’s 2018 Stanley Cup Champion Washington Capitals, the WNBA’s Washington Mystics, Team Liquid eSports and Wizards District Gaming NBA 2K, as well as co-owns and operates Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. He also serves as Special Advisor and Limited Partner to General Atlantic Partners, a growth equity firm with more than $31 billion under management. He previously served in several leadership roles at various technology companies, including as Chairman and CEO for ObjectVideo. Fernandez has more than three decades of executive experience scaling innovative and rapidly growing technology companies. He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Maryland.
Mattel Inc., Sally Beauty Boards
Age: 62 Fort Lauderdale, FL
Nationality:
BERNARDO "BERNIE" FERNANDEZ
Bernardo "Bernie" Fernandez, M.D., joined the Board of Directors of International Money Express, Inc. on January 7, 2022. He is Broward Health's Corporate Physician Executive in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Previously, he was CEO and President of Cleveland Clinic Florida and CEO of Baptist Health Medical Group, managing over 500 physicians. Dr. Fernandez also serves on the Board of U.S. Century Bank (NASDAQ: USCB). He is involved in community initiatives like the Phil Smith Neuroscience Institute and the Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University. He holds a Biology degree, a Medical degree from Ponce School of Medicine, an MBA from the University of Miami, and a Leadership and Management Certificate from The Wharton School. Dr. Fernandez is Board-certified by the American Board of Vascular Medicine and a Fellow of the Society of Vascular Medicine and the American College of Physicians.
Age: 52
San Diego, CA
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Co-COO/Partner, StepStone Group
Age: 62
Dallas, TX
Nationality:
MANUEL "MANNY" J. FERNÁNDEZ
Fernandez is the Co-COO of StepStone Group and a member of the private equity team where he focuses on US-based small market managers and Latin American investments. He is also involved in the Firm’s ESG and diversity initiatives, as well as various investment activities, and is a member of the board of directors. Prior to co-founding StepStone, Fernandez was a managing director of Pacific Corporate Group, a private equity investment firm for institutional investors. Fernandez previously worked with Latham and Watkins LLP’s private equity/investment fund group, a practice focused on joint ventures and the structuring, negotiation and operation of pooled investment vehicles such as private equity funds.
Manny has over thirty-five years of experience advising and serving large, multi-national, publicly traded companies, across various industries. Manny held several leadership roles, including most recently as Dallas’ Office Managing Partner and the Southwest Region, leading KPMG’s clients and markets team covering nine offices and over 3,000 professionals, across Audit, Tax and Consulting. Career and Leadership competencies include, business strategy & operations, M&A, international, human capital, inclusion & diversity, enterprise risk management and financial literacy. He served as Audit Partner or Senior Account Executive for some of KPMG’s most prominent Large Cap clients in a variety of industry sectors.
Age: 76 Miami, FL
Nationality:
MANUEL A. FERNÁNDEZ
Managing Director, SI Ventures
Fernandez co-founded SI Ventures, a venture capital firm focusing on IT and communications infrastructure, and served as the managing director from 1998 until his retirement in 2014. His previous positions include Chairman and CEO of Gartner, Inc. and CEO of Dataquest, Inc. Fernandez holds a degree in electrical engineering and completed post-graduate work in solid-state engineering at the University of Florida, and also completed post-graduate work in business administration at the Florida Institute of Technology. He was first elected as a Director of the Company in 2014.
Age: 64 Ridgefield, CT
Nationality:
ANTONIO "TONY" F. FERNÁNDEZ
President/AFF Advisors, LLC
Antonio Fernandez is currently an independent Board Director and consultant, having started his own firm, AFF Advisors, LLC, which specializes in helping companies optimize their supply chains. Tony has over 40 years of supply chain management experience, having worked as Chief Supply Chain Officer for Cadbury and Pinnacle Foods and various roles at Kraft Foods, PepsiCo and Procter & Gamble. He was also a consultant for The Canaan Group and a Senior Advisor for McKinsey & Co. He currently serves on various Boards: Utz Brands, Inc., Americold Realty Trust, Inc., Lafayette College and as an advisor to Bowery Farming, Inc. Tony graduated from Lafayette College with a B.S. In Chemical Engineering.
Independent Director
Jacobs Engineering Group, HF Sinclair Boards
JOSE FERNANDEZ
StepStone Group Inc Boards
Age: 48 Atlanta, GA
Nationality:
STEVE FERNÁNDEZ
Independent Director
Juniper Networks Inc. Boards
Age: 69
Monterrey, NL, MX
Nationality:
FRANCISCO JAVIER FERNÁNDEZCARBAJAL
Since 2020, Steve has served as the Global Chief Technology Officer of AIG, a leading global insurance organization, where he is responsible for developing the technology vision and operations of the enterprise. Prior to this role, he was the CTO of L’Oréal in Paris, France and led the global transformation of the company, creating a modern digital workplace for employees and successfully developing a technical culture focused on agility, speed and professional results. Steve has also held several C-suite level positions at prior companies, including Conisus, LLC and The Coca-Cola Company, Bottling Investments Group.
Fernandez is the CEO of Servicios Administrativos Contry S.A. de C.V., a privately held company that provides central administrative and investment management services, since June 2005. Prior to this responsibility, he had an extensive professional career in financial services. From July 2000 to January 2002, he was CEO of the Corporate Development Division of Grupo Financiero BBVA Bancomer, S.A., a Mexico-based banking and financial services company that owns BBVA Bancomer, Mexico’s largest bank. Prior to this role, he held other senior executive positions at Grupo Financiero BBVA Bancomer since joining in 1991, serving as president from 1999 to 2000, and as CFO from 1995 to 1999. He holds a degree in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering from the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
Age: 60
Puerto Rico
Nationality:
Ferre Rangel leads Grupo Ferré Rangel's strategic development and diversification efforts across media, real estate, energy, and project management in Puerto Rico, the US, and Latin America. She serves as Publisher of GFR Media, Puerto Rico’s leading media company. Maria Luisa is President of the Museo de Arte de Ponce and actively supports non-profits like the Ferré Rangel Foundation and Readers for the Future. She chairs the Corporate Governance Committee at Banco Popular de Puerto Rico and sits on the Board of Directors at W.R. Berkley Corporation.
CEO Grupo Ferré Rangel & Publisher, GFR Media
Age: 48
Buenos Aires, ARG
Nationality:
Ferrero has been a director since 2013. He is an independent energy consultant and the former chief executive officer of Transportadora de Gas del Sur S.A. His experience includes more than 20 years in the energy industry, including director and senior management positions with major South American energy companies. Ferrero has served as director and chairman of the board of several energy companies and industry-related boards. PABLO ALEJANDRO FERRERO Independent
Age: 55
Austin, TX
Nationality:
Carlos has over 35 years of experience in the natural resources sector, including exploration and production, midstream, refining and marketing, oilfield services, chemicals and mining. Fierro has significant transactional experience with a focus on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate restructuring and equity and debt financings. From 2008-2013, he was a Managing Director and the Global Head of the Natural Resources Group for Barclays PLC. Prior to that he spent 11 years at Lehman Brothers, where his last role was as the Global Head of the Natural Resources Group. Before joining Lehman Brothers, Fierro was a transactional lawyer with Baker Botts L.L.P., where he practiced corporate, M&A and securities law. Fierro previously served on the Board of Directors of Shell Midstream Partners, L.P. and Athabasca Oil Corporation, and currently serves on the advisory board for Greenbelt Capital Partners.
CARLOS FIERRO Senior Advisor to Guggenheim Securities
Age: 67
Boca Raton, FL
Nationality:
JUAN R. FIGUEREO Independent Director
Former EVP and CFO of Revlon. Prior to joining Revlon, Juan served as EVP & CFO of NII Holdings a NASDAQ listed provider of wireless communication services under the Nextel brand. Juan also served as EVP & CFO at Newell Brands a global marketer of consumer and commercial products, listed on the NYSE. Before serving at Newell Brands, he was EVP & CFO of Cott Corporation. Juan also served as VP in charge of M&A at Walmart. Prior to Walmart he served in a number of key international positions at PepsiCo, including VP and managing director for Frito-Lay Dominican Republic, VP of Business Integration for Frito-Lay Europe in London, VP and CFO of Frito-Lay South Europe in Barcelona, VP and CFO of Pepsi-Cola Bottling in Sao Paulo and VP and CFO of Pepsi-Cola Latin America. He holds a bachelor of business administration from Florida International University.
Age: 63
Grandbury, TX
Nationality:
Flores joined Luminant, a private Texas-based electric utility, in 1983 and served as Senior Vice President and Chief Nuclear Officer from 2009 to 2015. In this position, he oversaw operations at the Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant in Texas, reported nuclear matters directly to Luminant’s nuclear oversight advisory board and represented Luminant with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, the Institute of Nuclear Power Operations, the Nuclear Energy Institute and on various committees and working groups in the nuclear industry.
Age: 39
Hawaii, HI
Nationality:
Flores is a distinguished business leader currently serving as CEO and Vice Chair of L&L Franchise, Inc., overseeing 210 restaurants across the United States and Japan. She drives strategic initiatives and fosters growth through partnerships, enhancing the L&L brand's market presence and implementing national revenue programs. Previously, Flores spent over 8 years at General Electric Company (GE), starting as a corporate auditor and later becoming Senior Finance Manager for GE's Power Generation Services in the West Region, managing assets with over $750 million in annual revenue. Recognized for her leadership, she received the 2010 Contemporary Leadership Award from GE. Flores is celebrated as Business Leader of the Year by Pacific Business News for consecutive years, underscoring her impact and expertise in Hawaii's unique business landscape.
Age: 70 Bryan, TX
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Bill Flores, CPA is an entrepreneur, corporate governance professional, public policy leader, and a frequent speaker on the subjects of energy, economics, leadership, and public policy. He served more than 20 years in senior business executive roles in the energy industry. While serving in board governance and C-Level positions, Bill help create hundreds of job opportunities while generating substantial value for investors. As Representative for the 17th District of Texas from 2011 to 2021, Congressman Flores served on the following committees—Energy & Commerce, Budget, Natural Resources, and Veterans Affairs.
LIDIA L.
Age: 55 New York
Nationality:
Chief Digital and Technology Officer, Pfizer
Fonseca leads Pfizer’s enterprise-wide digital, AI, and technology strategy, pivotal in achieving their mission of Breakthroughs that Change Patients’ Lives. She also oversees Learning and Development and Business Process Excellence, emphasizing customer-centricity and talent development. Lidia innovates across Pfizer’s operations, leveraging AI to enhance healthcare delivery, from R&D to patient engagement. Her leadership accelerated Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine and Paxlovid treatments, streamlining processes and launching the Pfizer Learning Academy. Previously, as SVP and CIO at Quest Diagnostics, Lidia pioneered Quanum™ healthcare IT solutions, driving quality outcomes and cost savings. She earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Berkeley and an MBA and a Master Business Informatics (MBI) from Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus Graduate School of Business. Lidia is married and has two children.
Deckers Brands, Western Alliance Bancorporation, Diversey, The Mass Luminosity Boards
ELISIA K. FLORES
Chief Executive Officer, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
Hawaiian Electric Industries Boards
RAFAEL FLORES
Former Senior Vice President & Chief Nuclear Officer, Luminant
Ameren Corporation Boards
WILLIAM "BILL" FLORES
Chair & CEO, Serolf Technologies
Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Nauticus Robotics, CO2 Energy Transitions, Veriten LLC Boards
FONSECA
ANA E. FONSECA
Age: 49
Los Angeles, CA
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Fonseca has 36 years’ experience in the financial services industry and has been the president and chief executive officer of Logix Federal Credit Union, Valencia, California, since January 2019. From April 2002 through December 2018, she held leadership roles including executive vice president/chief operating officer and executive vice president/chief financial officer. She is experienced in developing and executing strategies to achieve long term profitable growth, sustain high levels of customer delight, and build high performing teams and has overseen fiscal operations, sales and revenue growth, customer service/experience, lending, risk management, facilities management, information technology, data and financial analytics and business operations. Fonseca holds an M.B.A. from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School and a B.A. from University of Phoenix and has studied Executive Leadership at the Stanford University Graduate School of Business.
Age: 50
Dallas, TX
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Executive Vice President, Chief Information and Technology Officer, McKesson
Age: 27
San Francisco, CA
Nationality:
PEDRO HENRIQUE FRANCESCHI
Founder and CEO, Brex
Fraga brings extensive expertise in information technology and cybersecurity to the Conagra Brands board. Currently serving as SVP and Chief Information Officer, U.S. Pharmaceutical, at McKesson Corporation, he has held pivotal roles at Campbell Soup Company and Procter & Gamble. With a strong track record in managing large-scale IT initiatives across food, consumer goods, and healthcare sectors, Francisco is known for his leadership in global eCommerce strategies. His addition to the board is expected to enhance Conagra's technological innovation and strategic growth in the evolving food industry landscape.
Franceschi, a Brazilian entrepreneur and technologist, co-founded Pagar.me at sixteen, a leading online payment processor later acquired by StoneCo. He and Henrique Dubugras, his co-founder, ventured into Stanford briefly before founding Brex in 2017, a pioneering corporate credit card company for startups. Brex, headquartered in San Francisco, issues cards based on bank account balances rather than credit history, revolutionizing financial services for emerging businesses. Pedro serves as Co-CEO at Brex and holds a prominent role at Coupang, showcasing his leadership in technology and financial innovation.
Age: 68 Rockville, MD
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Freire is Principal of The Freire Group, a consulting firm focused on strategic alliances in life sciences. Until September 2021, Dr. Freire was the President, Executive Director and board member for the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health. Before then, she was the President of the Albert and Mary Lasker Foundation; and President and CEO of the Global Alliance for TB Drug Development. She chaired the Science Board of the Food & Drug Administration. Freire is a member of the U.S. National Academy of Medicine and the Council on Foreign Relations. She was appointed to the U.S. Secretary General’s High-Level Panel on Access to Medicines. Freire obtained a B.S. degree from the Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia in Lima, Peru, and a Ph.D. in biophysics from the University of Virginia. She has been awarded the Department of Health and Human Services Secretary’s Award for Distinguished Service and many others.
Age: 53 Princeton, NJ
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Michelle Freyre is the President of Global Brands, Clinique, and Origins at The Estée Lauder Companies (ELC), and a member of the United Airlines (UA) Board of Directors. Committed to nurturing future leaders, she actively mentors diverse talent and supports inclusion initiatives within ELC. With two decades at Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Michelle brings extensive general management, brand building, marketing and sales expertise to her current role. A Puerto Rico native, she is an alumna of Yale University and Harvard Business School.
FRANCISO JOSE FRAGA
Conagra Brands Boards
MARÍA C. FREIRE
Principal, The Freire Group.
Biogen, Alexandria Real Estate Equities Boards
MICHELLE FREYRE
President of Global Brands, Clinique, and Origins
Age: 67
Charlotte, NC
Nationality:
JAMES D. "JIM" FRIAS
Age: 45
Washington, DC
Nationality:
Frias serves as Chief Financial Officer, Executive Vice President, Treasurer of the Company. Prior to that, Mr. Frias was Vice President of Finance from 2006 to 2009. Mr. Frias joined Nucor in 1991 as Controller of Nucor Building Systems-Indiana. He also served as Controller of Nucor Steel-Indiana and as Corporate Controller. Mr. Frias joined the board of directors of Carlisle Companies Incorporated in February 2015.
Fuentes is the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. since 2020. With a background in corporate strategy and human resources spanning roles at Capital One and McKinsey & Company, she brings extensive expertise in recruiting, diversity, and people analytics. A board member for Make-a-Wish Mid-Atlantic and Arlington Free Clinic, Laura also serves on the University of Virginia McIntire School of Commerce board. Originally from Spain, she holds degrees from the University of Virginia, University of Texas at Austin, and Columbia University.
Age: 59
San Diego, CA
Nationality:
TERRI FUNK GRAHAM
Former Chief Marketing Officer for Jack in the Box, Inc.
Age: 53
Maryland, USA
Nationality:
Funk Graham has been an Independent Board Director for multiple Fortune 1000 companies for 12 years, specializing in strategy, branding, digital transformation, CEO succession, and cultural change. She is currently a Board Director for Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ: SFM) and LL Flooring (NYSE: LL), chairing their Nominating & Corporate Governance Committees and serving on other key committees. Previously, she served on the boards of Hot Topic, 1-800-Contacts, and CV Sciences. As a former CMO at Jack in the Box, she led award-winning campaigns. She is a member of NACD, Women Corporate Directors, and LCDA, and was named one of Women’s Inc.’s Most Influential Corporate Board Directors in 2019 and 2023 Director of the Year by the Corporate Directors Forum.
Marcos is a global executive with 25+ years of experience in major multinational companies across three continents, including McCormick, Avon, Unilever and Eli Lilly. He is currently a Board Director at National Life Group and also represents McCormick as a Board Member at the McCormick de Mexico Joint Venture.Currently serving as a Senior Vice President, Global Finance and Capital Markets and as a Member of the Operating Committee at McCormick & Co (MKC), he directly leads a team of over 800 employees across Global Finance. Prior to this role Marcos held the roles of Senior Vice President, Finance and Global Business Services, Chief Transformation Officer and CFO Americas.
Gaeta is a retired global technology executive with over 40 years of experience in semiconductor technology. Most recently, she served as Vice President of Security Research at Intel, leading a global team of engineers and researchers responsible for ensuring the highest level of security across all Intel products. She has a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions that enhance the performance, reliability, and quality of world-changing technologies. She has received the prestigious Intel Achievement Award five times for her contributions to process innovation, product scaling, and risk management. She is an active board member of Stearns Bank, NA, and Elevate Semiconductor, and she chairs the board of the Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley, where she advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the tech workplace.
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc., LL Flooring, Inc. Boards
LAURA FUENTES
Chief Human Resources Officer, Hilton
Chipotle Mexican Grill Boards
MARCOS GABRIEL
Senior Vice President, Global Finance and Capital Markets - McCormick & Company
National life Group Boards
ISAURA GAETA
Age: 55
Windermere, FL
Nationality:
KENNETH V. GARCIA
Executive Fellow, Q2
Boards
PAUL R. GARCÍA
Independent Director
Age: 70
Atlanta, GA
Nationality:
Kenneth Garcia is a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader with a proven track record in venture capital and private equity-backed companies, achieving over $1 billion in successful exits. He co-founded companies across software (SaaS & AI), financial services, cleantech, consumer products, and commercial services sectors. Currently serving as an Executive Fellow at Q2 Software (NYSE: QTWO), he also holds board positions at a public company (NYSE: MTUS) and chairs the Compensation Committee for a large private company. Kenneth's expertise lies in driving business transformation, digital strategy, M&A, and corporate governance, while promoting talent and inclusive cultures.
Paul is a pioneer in the financial services industry, became Chief Executive Officer of NDC’s Atlanta-based eCommerce line of business in June 1999. NDC e-Commerce began operating as Global Payments Inc. on December 11, 2000, and the new company spun off from NDC on February 1, 2001. During his 14-year tenure as Chief Executive Officer, Global Payments grew annual revenues from $350 million to $2.4 billion. Garcia has served on the Global, U.S. and Latin American Boards of MasterCard International, West Corporation. Dun & Bradstreet Corporation, and the Electronic Transaction Association. Garcia holds a B.A. from Ithaca College.
Age: 59
Ontario, CA
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MICHAEL D. GARCÍA
Chief Executive Officer, Algoma Steel Group Inc.
Age: 62
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Michael Garcia has served on Alliant Energy’s Board of Directors since 2020. He was President of the Pulp and Paper Division of Domtar Corporation from 2014 to 2021. Prior to joining Domtar, Garcia was the Chief Executive Officer at EVRAZ Highveld Steel & Vanadium Co. in South Africa. He has more than 25 years of international management experience in paper, steel, and aluminum manufacturing and marketing. Garcia holds a Bachelor degree in Computer Science from the United States Military Academy and a Master of Business Administration degree from Harvard University.
Garcia retired in 2019 as the EVP and CFO of Ryder System, Inc., a $8.4 billion commercial fleet and supply chain management solutions company, a position held since 2010 and was a member of Ryder’s executive leadership team. Previously, he served as senior vice president, controller and chief accounting officer of Ryder from 2005 to 2010. Garcia joined Ryder in 1997 as senior manager of corporate accounting. He later served as director of corporate accounting and, subsequently, as group director of accounting services. Prior to joining Ryder, Garcia spent 14 years with the Miami office of the accounting firm Coopers & Lybrand LLP as senior manager of business assurance.
Age: 48
New York, NY
Nationality:
Fabian helps drive Unilever’s mission of making sustainable living commonplace through a number of strategic initiatives including overseeing Unilever’s purpose-driven brands, industry-leading sustainable packaging development, and an inclusive company culture. Formerly, Fabian served as the President and CEO of Revlon serving between 2016 and 2018. In this capacity, Fabian initiated the transformation of Revlon into a digitally competitive enterprise, while restoring health to the company's iconic brands and creating shareholder value through the successful integration of the 2016 Elizabeth Arden acquisition. Prior to his appointment in Revlon, Fabian was Chief Operating Officer for Colgate Palmolive. He graduated from Simon Bolivar University in Caracas, with a B. Sc. in Chemical Engineering.
Former Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, Ryder System, Inc.
American Electric Power, ABM Industries, Elanco Animal Health, Raymond James Financial Boards
FABIAN T. GARCÍA
Global President of Personal Care, Unilever
Wells Fargo Boards
LUIS A. GARCÍA
Age: 46
San Antonio, TX
Nationality:
As a marketing strategist, Luis develops behavior-changing communications and marketing campaigns centered around the impact of culture on beliefs and behavior. A native of Mexico City and graduate of The University of Texas at Austin advertising program, he founded integrated-marketing firm Garcia 360° in 1998 and joined MarketVision as president in 2008. He analyzes, strategizes and guides clients, helping them create culture-inspired marketing initiatives that enable brands to connect in meaningful ways.
Age: 49
Los Angeles, CA
Nationality:
Senior Vice President - WW Spend Management,
A. GARCÍA
Age: 61
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Zulema Garcia is the Senior Vice President of Internal Audit at Herbalife. Prior to Herbalife in 2019, she was an audit partner in the Los Angeles office of KPMG LLP for 24 years, most recently serving as the Deputy Professional Practice Partner of the South Region. Ms. Garcia currently serves on the Board of Trustees of Mount St. Mary’s University and on the Board of Directors of The Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles.
García served as CFO since 1984, Chief Administrative Officer and Senior Executive Vice President since August 4, 2008, and Secretary since November 2, 1999. He was also Executive Vice President from 1996 to 2008. García was responsible for financial affairs, operational and administrative matters, investor relations, and was instrumental in the acquisition and related financing of the stations. Before joining in 1984, García spent thirteen years in international financial planning positions with Philip Morris Companies, Inc. and with Revlon, Inc., where he was manager of financial planning for Revlon – Latin America. García holds an MBA from St. John’s University and is a recipient of the outstanding achievement award from the University.
KELLY E. GARCIA
Age: 56 Novi, MI
Nationality:
Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
ERNIE GARCÍA III
Founder & CEO, Carvana
Age: 41 Phoenix, AZ
Nationality:
Garcia is the Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of Domino’s Pizza, where he is responsible for providing the company’s technology vision and leadership as well as developing and implementing strategic technology initiatives to support and improve the business globally, since July 2012. His broad technology experience includes global e-commerce, loyalty, innovation, and global software product development. Prior to joining Domino’s, Garcia was Vice President of Business Intelligence and North American Operations for R. L. Polk & Company.
Garcia co-founded Carvana and has served as President and CEO since 2012. Prior to Carvana, he held various roles at the DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. from 2007 to 2013. From 2007 to 2008, he served as a financial strategist. He was a managing director of corporate finance from 2008 to 2009. From 2009 until 2013, he served as a Vice President and Treasurer and Director of Quantitative Analytics where he was responsible for the firm’s ongoing development of consumer credit scoring models, and its utilization of those tools in retail vehicle sales deal structuring and vehicle price optimization. Prior to DriveTime, Garcia was an associate in the Principal Transactions Group at RBS Greenwich Capital from 2005 to 2006, where he focused on consumer credit based investments.
JOSEPH
ZULEMA GARCÍA
Herbalife
Skechers USA Boards
of Domino’s Pizza,
Ulta Beauty Inc. Boards
Carvana Boards
Age: 56
New York, NY
Nationality:
MARÍA DEL CARMEN GARCÍA NIELSEN
Independent Director
Maria Garcia Nielsen is an independent director for private European multinationals in the industrials sector, and a financial entity in Latin America. Maria was CEO of Office Depot in Spain and Portugal and had an executive career focused on leveraging technology to drive profits. She has led multiple digital transformations in retail and distribution. She is a member of The Latino Corporate Director Association and Co-Chair of the Board of Women Execs on Boards.
Lontana Group, MiBanco Banco de la Microempresa S.A. Boards
Age: 59
San Juan, PR
Nationality:
ROBERTO GARCÍA RODRÍGUEZ,
ESQ.
President & Chief Executive Officer,Triple-S Management Corp.
Age: 54
Milwaukee, WI
Nationality:
CRISTY GARCÍA-THOMAS
President, Advocate National Center for Health Equity and Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer; Advocate Health
Age: 71
Pittsburgh, PA
Nationality:
ÁLVARO R. GARCÍA-TUÑÓN
Chairman of the Board of Directors, Matthews International
Age: 74
Nationality:
GARVEY
President & Chief Executive Officer; Secretary since 2010; VP and General Counsel since 2008. Previously, VP and General Counsel at Puerto Rico Telephone. He holds a BA from Harvard University, an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business, and a JD from Stanford Law School. He completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard.
Cristy is President, Advocate National Center for Health Equity (Center) and Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer at Advocate Health. The Center will create a highly visible and accessible center of excellence for health equity that is valued and trusted by the community, providing equitable health and healthcare for all. Cristy has more than 25 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Advocate, she served as the President of the United Performing Arts Fund. She has received numerous awards and recognitions. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University.
Álvaro retired as the CFO of Wabtec Corporation, or Wabtec, a provider of products and services for the global rail industry, effective, 2014. He remained with Wabtec as a strategic advisor until 2017. Garcia-Tunon was named EVP and CFO for Wabtec in 2012. Prior to that, he was EVP, CEO and Secretary of Wabtec since 2010. Prior thereto, he served as SVP, CFO and Secretary of Wabtec since 2003. He graduated from the College of William and Mary with a Juris Doctor degree and is a graduate of the University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce and Accounting. He is a CPA and a member of the Virginia State Bar.
Garvey J.D. serves as an Independent Director of the Company. She has held significant leadership roles including Global Head of Corporate Real Estate Services at Deutsche Bank AG and Vice President of Worldwide Real Estate and Workplace Resources at Cisco Systems, Inc. She also served as Group Executive Vice President at Bank of America. Ms. Garvey has been a Director at UnionBanCal Corporation and held directorships at ProLogis, Inc., Catellus Development Corporation, MPG Office Trust, Inc., and Hilton Hotels Corporation. Her expertise spans corporate real estate, financial services, and strategic governance.
Age: 64
Fort Worth, TX
Executive
Garza serves as Executive Vice Chairman of Vantage Bank, a $4 Bn family-owned bank serving seven Texas markets, the result of two acquisition that he led. Garza is also Founder of Bravo Equity Partners, which is focused on private investments and advisory to companies in the U.S. and Mexico. Prior to founding Vantage and Bravo, he directed Ernst & Young’s Mexico Citybased Corporate Finance and M&A Practice and prior served in EY’s Assurance Practice. Garza is on the Board of Directors of Atmos Energy Corporation and serves on the Audit Committee and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. Garza formerly served on several private corporate boards including Southwest Bank and Inter-National Bank, at the time, a subsidiary of Grupo Financiero Banorte.
Age: 64 Mexico City, MX
Nationality:
Drawing on decades of high profile legal, business and political experience former US Ambassador to Mexico, Antonio Garza, serves as a strategic counselor to CEO's, investors and entrepreneurs. Garza is acknowledged amongst the top experts on the US-Mexico relationship and the business and political environment of both nations.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited, The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. Boards
Age: 52 Miami, FL
Nationality:
Gil leads the company’s Operations, Marketing, Strategy and Insights, and Communications teams. Since joining the company in 2017, Gil has been instrumental in establishing Telemundo as the nation’s number one Spanish-language network. Poised at the forefront of emerging technologies and shifting consumer behavior, Gil has led the company’s brand development, digital marketing, and multichannel creative efforts. Prior to Telemundo, Gil served in several leadership roles at Nielsen, where she was responsible for accelerating growth opportunities for a wide range of blue-chip media clients. In this capacity, she helped partners meet consumer and media behaviors among key demographics such as women, millennials, Hispanics, and diverse audiences. Gil earned a B.A. in Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and an M.A. from the University of Southern California School of Public Administration.
Age: 47
Dallas, TX
Nationality:
LILIANA GIL VALLETTA CEO & CO-FOUNDER, Culture+ Group
Lili Gil Valletta is a former corporate executive turned award-winning entrepreneur, television business contributor and TED speaker. After a 10-year tenure as an executive at Johnson & Johnson, she is the Co-Founder and CEO of Culture+ Group, a family of Cultural Intelligence® companies offering market research, business growth strategies and inclusive marketing services to corporations and brands that want to successfully tap into cultural shifts and diverse market segments to drive business growth. Listed two times by Inc. 5000 as one of America’s fastest-growing independently owned companies, the group includes CIEN+, The Choice+, and Human Dot Plus. Lili is also one of less than 2% of Latinas serving on a Fortune 500+ public board, as an independent director for the global youth retailer Zumiez (NASDAQ: ZUMZ) and RCN Television (BVC: RCNTELEVI). She also serves as Chairwoman of the FRIENDS of the National American Latino Museum.
Andrés Gluski was named President and CEO of the AES Corporation in 2011. Under his leadership, AES has become one of the leading renewable and clean technology companies in the world and is the largest seller globally of renewable power to corporate customers. Andrés serves as Chairman of the Council of the Americas/Americas Society and is a member of the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors of EEI. He is also on the Board of Waste Management and the US-India and US-Brazil CEO Forums. He earned his MA and PhD in Economics from the University of Virginia.
RAFAEL G. GARZA
MONICA GIL
EVP, Chief Administrative and Marketing Officer, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises
Nike Boards
ANTONIO O. GARZA
Counsel, White & Case, Mexico City.
RICK GOMEZ
Age: 49 Minneapolis, MN Nationality:
Executive Vice President and Chief Food and Beverage Officer, Target
The Wendy's Company, Virtuosi LEAP Boards
Gomez has been a director of the Company since November 2021 and currently serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Food, Essentials and Beauty Officer at Target Corporation, a role he has held since February 2024. Previously, he held various senior roles at Target including Chief Food and Beverage Officer and Chief Marketing Officer. With over two decades of experience in consumer packaged goods, Gomez has led major brands at MillerCoors and PepsiCo. A Dartmouth College graduate, he is actively involved in initiatives like MBOLD and serves on the board of the National Museum of the American Latino at the Smithsonian.
TABATA L. GÓMEZ
Age: 41
Baltimore, MD
Nationality:
Hand Tools, Accessories & Storage Group, is a $4 billion business unit within Stanley Black & Decker Inc.’s Tools & Storage division. She joined the company in 2017, earning progressively more senior roles during her tenure. She has extensive experience in global marketing, brand building, general management, product innovation, operational leadership, and organizational development. She also brings expertise in digital marketing and licensed product management. Prior to Stanley Black & Decker, she worked for Coty Inc USA, and for Procter & Gamble in the United States, Europe, and Latin America in Beauty, Appliances, and other consumer categories.
Chief Marketing Officer, McCormick & Company
Age: 55
Mexico City, MX
Nationality:
BERNARDO GÓMEZ MARTÍNEZ
Co-Chief Executive Officer & Member of the Executive Committee, Groupo Televisa
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Age: 63
Cleveland, OH
Nationality:
Bernardo served as a Deputy to the President of Grupo Televisa, S.A.B. He also served as President of the Mexican Chamber of Television and Radio Broadcasters from 2001 to 2002. He served as Assistant Manager of Grupo Televisa, S.A.B. He has been a Director of Grupo Televisa, S.A.B. since April 1999 and Empresas Cablevisión, S.A.B. de C.V. since April 2003. He is a Director of Grupo Axo, S.A.P.I. de C.V. He has been a Director of Univision Communications Inc. since March 2017.
Chief Executive Officer at Cleveland-Cliffs Inc
Age: 53
Chicago, IL
Nationality:
Lourenco Goncalves has been Chairman, President, and CEO of Cleveland-Cliffs since August 2014, orchestrating its transformation into a leading U.S. steel player. Under his leadership, the company achieved a financial turnaround and expanded into steel and metallics markets. He oversaw the construction of a state-of-the-art Direct Reduction plant and led the acquisitions of AK Steel and ArcelorMittal USA, making Cleveland-Cliffs the largest flat-rolled steel company and iron ore pellet producer in North America. Prior roles include CEO of Metals USA Holdings Corp. and President of California Steel Industries. Goncalves holds a Master's in Metallurgical Engineering and a Bachelor's in the same field.
Gonçalves is the President of Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM), Global Foods, and a member of the Company’s Executive Council. At ADM, she oversees the Company’s international portfolio of food ingredients and solutions. Prior to joining ADM, she spent more than 20 years at Monsanto and three years at Bayer following its acquisition of Monsanto, with roles in digital solutions, commercial operations, international management and technology development. She is also a longtime advocate and driver of diversity and inclusion, participating in the Conference Board’s Global Women’s Leaders Council in Europe. In December 2022, she was recognized by Bloomberg Línea as one of the 100 Most Influential Latinos around the world. Gonçalves holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil and an executive MBA from the Katz Graduate School of Business at the University of Pittsburgh.
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LOURENCO GONCALVES
LETICIA GONÇALVES LOURENÇO Independent Director
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JOÃO ROBERTO GONÇALVES TEIXEIRA
Teixeira is the former Chief Executive Officer of Copersucar S.A., a Brazilian sugar, ethanol and logistics corporation. He served as CEO of Copersucar from December 2018 until 2022 and was responsible for managing financial and operational risks. Between 2017 and 2018, Teixeira was a founding partner of Inviste, a proprietary investment company in the real estate, venture capital and impact businesses. From 2011 to November 2016, he was with Banco Votorantim S.A., first as Head of Wholesale Banking and subsequently as Chief Executive Officer. He was previously in executive positions with Santander Group in Brazil, where he served as Executive Vice President, Head of Corporate and Investment Banking and Managing Director. From 1995 to 2002, he was Head of Investment Banking - Brazil for Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein, was a special advisor to the Minister of Finance from 1990 to 1992 and professor of economics at Pontifical Catholic University.
Age: 52
Santa Ana, CA
Nationality:
RACHEL A. GONZALEZ
Independent Director
Gonzalez was appointed to Electronic Arts’ Board of Directors in November 2021, where she also serves on the nominating and governance committee. Before EA, she was the Executive Vice President and General Counsel of Starbucks Corporation April 2018 to 2022, where she oversought legal and regulatory affairs, global security, and ethics and compliance. Prior to joining Starbucks, she served as Chief Administrative Officer for Sabre Corporation where she led a global team responsible for corporate communications, corporate compliance, government affairs, human resources, legal strategy, and regulatory affairs. She also serves on the Board of Directors of Dana Incorporated and the Advisory Board of PODER25, a sub-organization of the Hispanic National Bar Association. Gonzalez holds a bachelor’s degree in Comparative Literature from the University of California, Berkeley, as well as a law degree from the Boalt Hall School of Law at the University of California, Berkeley.
JORGE GONZALEZ
Age: 56
Miami, FL
Nationality:
President and Chief Executive Officer, St. Joe Company
Age: 39
Washington, DC
Nationality:
ANTHONY GONZALEZ
Co-CEO, Cobalt Service Partners
Gonzalez joined us in 2002 and has served as President and Chief Executive Officer since November 2015. During his time with the Company, Gonzalez has served in roles of increasing responsibility, including as the Company’s Senior Vice President of Development from March 2015 to November 2015. Gonzalez has three decades of continuous experience in various planning and real estate related roles. Gonzalez serves or has served on various community boards and organizations, including as the Chairman of the Bay County Economic Development Alliance, the Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center Board of Directors, the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, the Florida Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Enterprise Florida, The Florida State University’s Board of Trustees, and the Board of Trustees of The St. Joe Community Foundation. Gonzalez has undergraduate and graduate degrees from Florida State University.
González is a former U.S. Congressman for Ohio’s 16th Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives, where he served from 2019 until January 3, 2023. Anthony served on the House Financial Services Committee and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Additionally, he served on the House China Task Force and the Select Committee on the Climate. A graduate of The Ohio State University and Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business, Anthony played 5 seasons in the National Football League where he was a first-round draft pick of the Indianapolis Colts. Upon retiring from the NFL in 2012 and earning his Masters in Business Administration in 2014. In July 2015, he joined InformedK12 (formerly Chalk Schools) where he served as Chief Operating Officer until June 2017.
Age: 60
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Gonzalez is a principal at Kaufman Rossin, specializing in audit engagements and business advisory for public and private companies in banking, investment funds, and technology sectors. With over 30 years of experience, he supports clients in achieving financial and operational goals, including IPOs, capital formation, and M&A. Frank holds CPA licenses in Florida, New York, and Puerto Rico, and earned his MBA in finance and accounting from the University of Miami, complementing his bachelor's degree in accounting from Florida International University. He is actively involved in community leadership as Chair/President of United Way – Miami Dade and serves on boards including the Orange Bowl Committee and SebastianStrong, focusing on childhood cancer research.
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RICHARD A. GONZÁLEZ
Chairman
Prior to AbbVie’s separation from Abbott in 2013, Gonzalez was a 30-year Abbott veteran. He served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Abbott before briefly retiring in 2007. He also held various senior leadership positions in Abbott’s medical products businesses, including President and CEO of the Medical Products Group; Senior Vice President and President of the former Hospital Products Division; Vice President and President of the Health Systems Division; and Divisional Vice President and General Manager for Diagnostics Operations in the United States and Canada. Gonzalez has been a long-standing leader in the greater Chicago community where he is a member of the Commercial Club of Chicago and represents AbbVie on their Civic Committee.
Age: 52 Danville, CA Nationality:
Vice President – Treasurer, Investor Relations and Real Estate, The Clorox Company
Age: 56
San Juan, PR Nationality:
MARÍA CRISTINA GONZÁLEZ NOGUERA
Executive Vice President, Chief Communications and Public Affairs Office, Popular
56
Gonzalez is responsible for treasury, investor relations and real estate matters, and through her prior financial roles in several of its businesses, has considerable experience providing financial leadership to a multinational public company with multiple businesses, contributing significant financial expertise and knowledge of financial statements, corporate finance and accounting matters. Before, she was the Division CFO for the Household and Lifestyle Segments representing half of the company’s revenues and consisting of seven business units, providing financial leadership in business strategy, performance management, value creation and organizational building.
González Noguera serves as Senior Vice President of Global Public Affairs at The Estée Lauder Companies. Previously, she served as Special Assistant to the President and the Director of Communications to First Lady Michelle Obama, where she was responsible for shaping long- term strategic planning and message development for the First Lady. Prior to her time at the White House, González Noguera was a Vice President of Corporate Communications for The Estée Lauder Companies and a Managing Director at the Washington, D.C. firm Chlopak, Leonard, Schechter & Associates where she managed communications and issue-oriented campaigns for variety of clients. She is also a member of the Board of Directors of UnidosUS
Private investor and philanthropist. Board member of RightGift since 2020 (after two years as a board adviser). Trustee of the Scripps Howard Foundation/Fund since 2019. Director of the Scripps Family Impact Fund and board secretary since the organization’s inception in 2018. Charter member of the charitable advisory board to the Adam R. Scripps Foundation.
Age: 61
Gregorio has been appointed to the Board of Directors at Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE: EXP). He currently serves as the President of Performance Materials and Coatings at Dow, overseeing a business with annual sales of $9 billion, delivering innovative solutions globally in infrastructure, transportation, and other sectors. With a career spanning 35 years at Dow, Gregorio has held various leadership roles, including Vice President for the Dow Corning integration, where he successfully integrated silicones businesses and achieved significant synergies. He also leads Dow's operations in Latin America.
PAOLA GONZÁLEZ
RAYMUNDO H. GRANADO JR.
E.W. Scripps
MAURO GREGORIO
LINDA M. GRIEGO
Age: 75 Santa Fe, NM Nationality:
President/CEO Griego Enterprises, Inc. (retired 2023)
KAREN GUERRA
Independent Director
Age: 69
Lausanne, CH
Nationality:
Linda Griego currently serves on the board of directors of Paramount Global; and has served on several public and private company boards of directors for twenty years. As President/CEO of Griego Enterprises for more than thirty years, she built and operated five restaurant/bakery businesses in Los Angeles. Civic leadership positions held include Deputy Mayor of the City of Los Angeles, President/CEO of the LA Community Development Bank, and President/CEO of Rebuild LA. She has served on numerous boards of nonprofit organizations and national foundations. She graduated from UCLA and received the UCLA Medal in 2008.
Guerra has held senior executive positions in Europe, including President and Director General of Colgate Palmolive France and Chairman and Managing Director of Colgate Palmolive UK Ltd. She is currently a director of the British American Tobacco group. She was formerly a Non-Executive Director of Davide Campari-Milano S.p.A, Paysafe PLC, Inchcape PLC, Samlerhuset BV, Swedish Match AB and Electrocomponents PLC. Prior to the acquisition of Bemis Company, Inc. by Amcor Ltd in 2019, she was a director of Amcor Ltd from April 2010. Guerra holds a degree in Management Sciences from the University of Manchester and is based in Portugal.
PEDRO GUERRERO
Age: Chicago, IL
Nationality:
President/CEO, Guerrero Media
Guerrero is the CEO of Guerrero Media, which publishes award-winning content focusing on business leadership. He is co-founder of The Alumni Society, a networking group comprised of over 4,500 distinguished Latinos who graduated from the country’s top universities. Guerrero, who joined the bank’s board in 2021 and serves on its risk management committee, is a member of the Economic Club of Chicago, former president of the Chicago Entrepreneurs’ Organization, and a director for the Ravinia Music Festival. A graduate of Bowdoin College with a graduate degree from Chicago’s School of the Art Institute, he resides with his wife, Kelly, and three children in Lake Forest.
Age: 65
Purchase, NY
Nationality:
ENDERSON GUIMARAES
Independent Director
In 2017, he retired as the President and CEO for Laureate Education, Inc., positions he held since 2015. Prior to that, from 2012 to 2015, he served in various executive roles at PepsiCo, Inc., including EVP, Global Categories and Operations from 2014 through 2015, CEO of PepsiCo Europe and Sub-Sahara Africa from 2012 to 2014, and President of PepsiCo Global Operations from 2011 to 2012. In addition, Guimaraes previously had served as EVP of Electrolux and Chief Executive Officer of its major appliances business in Europe, Africa and the Middle East from 2008 to 2011, and held various leadership positions during his 10 years at Philips Electronics and also worked in various marketing positions at Danone and Johnson & Johnson.
Age: 62
Dallas, TX
Nationality:
JOSÉ M. GUTIÉRREZ
Retired, President & CEO, AT&T Southwestern Bell.
Denny's Corp., Adient, Gartner Boards
José M. Gutiérrez is a global business executive with more than 30 years of experience leading transformations and creating shareholder value within telecom and consumer organizations. In 2016, he retired from AT&T,after spending 25 years in a number of senior leadership roles including President and CEO of five business units ranging from $5B to $25B in revenue. Gutiérrez has extensive experience as a Board Director of large publicly traded companies. He has also served on the board of Dr. Pepper Snapple Group [NYSE: DPS] through the closing of its sale to JAB’s Keurig in the summer of 2018.
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Age: 52 Houston, TX Nationality:
MAURICIO GUTIÉRREZ
President & CEO, NRG Energy
NRG Energy is a leading, integrated power company. He joined NRG in 2004 and helped to build the company from a regional power generation business into a Fortune 200, diversified energy company. Prior to being named CEO in 2015, Gutierrez served as Chief Operating Officer, leading all commercial operations and engineering and construction activities. Gutierrez is a Member of the Business Roundtable and serves on the Boards of NRG Energy, Chipotle, Chief Executives for Corporate Purpose, Retail Energy Advancement League, and Drexel University. He holds a bachelor's degree from the Universidad Panamericana and master's degrees from the Colorado School of Mines and the French Institute of Petroleum.
Age: 71 New York, NY
Nationality:
CARLOS M. GUTIÉRREZ
Chairman and CEO, Empath, Inc. Former U.S. Secretary of Commerce
Age: 51 Paradise Valley, AZ Nationality:
XAVIER A. GUTIÉRREZ
President & CEO, Arizona Coyotes Hockey Team
Age: 57
Monterrey, NL, MX
ARTURO GUTIÉRREZ HERNÁNDEZ
CEO, Arca Continental
Co-Founder, Executive Chairman and CEO of EmPath, Inc., a skills intelligence software technology company. Previously was Co-Chair of Albright Stonebridge Group, a commercial diplomacy and strategic advisory firm, from 2013 to 2020. He joined Albright Stonebridge from Citigroup Inc. where he was Vice Chairman of the Institutional Clients Group and a member of the Senior Strategic Advisory Group from 2011 to 2013. Prior to Citigroup, Gutierrez was with communications and public affairs consulting firm APCO Worldwide Inc., where he was Chairman of the Global Political Strategies division in 2010. He served as U.S. Secretary of Commerce from 2005 to 2009, where he worked with foreign government and business leaders to advance economic relationships and enhance trade. Prior to his government service, Gutierrez was with Kellogg Company.
Named as the President, CEO and Alternate Governor of the Arizona Coyotes Hockey Club in 2020. He is the first Latino President & CEO in the history of the NationalHockey League. Before he was Managing Director at Clearlake Capital Group. Gutierrez has a 25+ year career as a business executive, investor and dealmaker focused on investment management corporate strategy & operations, finance and business development. At Clearlake Capital Group, he focused on investments, operations, strategic development, and investor client servicing & outreach. Gutierrez is a member of Clearlake’s Executive Council. Previously, he served as Chief Investment Officer of Meruelo Group, the family office of US Latino business executive and Coyotes Chairman and Governor Alex Meruelo, and President & Chief Investment Officer of Meruelo Investment Partners, the firm’s investment affiliate.
Arturo has served as the CEO of Arca Continental, one of the largest Coca-Cola bottlers in the world, since 2019. He held several executive positions in the company from 2001 to 2018, including Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Head of the Mexico Beverages Division, EVP of Human Resources, Director of Corporate Planning and General Counsel. He serves on several boards of industry-related companies, including Jugos del Valle and Piasa, and he holds positions on several international and national industry councils, such as the System Leadership Governance Board of Coca-Cola North America. He earned a law degree from Escuela Libre de Derecho, in Mexico City, and an L.L.M. from Harvard University, as a Fulbright Scholar.
Age: 39 Wilmington, DE
Nationality:
Guzman is a distinguished attorney specializing in start-up and emerging growth companies, particularly in life sciences like biotech and pharmaceuticals. She advises on the full corporate lifecycle from formation to liquidity events and is Vice Chair of M&A at her firm. Recognized for her expertise, Rebecca has been honored as Best of the Bar by the Philadelphia Business Journal and a Most Effective Deal Maker by the Legal Intelligencer. She holds a J.D. from UC Berkeley Law, where she won the Prosser Prize, and graduated with highest honors from Lehigh University as a Phi Beta Kappa. Rebecca was also a Fulbright Scholar in Jakarta, Indonesia before her legal career.
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REBECCA GUZMAN
Partner, Duane Morris LLP
INNOVATIVE LEADERSHIP HAS THE POWER TO MOVE ANYTHING
Thank you, Marcela E. Donadio, for laying the tracks of innovation at Norfolk Southern.
Congratulations on your well-deserved recognition by Latino Leaders Magazine in its 2024 Latinos on Boards special edition. Thank you for your commitment and service on our Board of Directors. Your unique perspective makes Norfolk Southern stronger.
Congratulations Donna Alvarado
CSX proudly celebrates Donna Alvarado, a valued member of our Board of Directors, for her recognition as a prominent Latino leader.
This honor highlights Donna’s unwavering dedication, exceptional leadership and significant contributions to CSX. Her commitment and vision have inspired many within CSX, and her expertise in workforce planning has driven us towards greater success.
We commend her invaluable perspective as a vital member of the ONE CSX team and acting president of renowned business consulting firm Aguila International. Donna’s influence extends across various industries, including manufacturing, banking, transportation and services. Her leadership on state and national workforce policy boards further underscores her exceptional capabilities and inspirational impact.
Thank you, Donna, for all your contributions, and congratulations on your recognition! csx.com
Age: 63
Great Falls, VA
Nationality:
MARÍA R. HAWTHORNE
Independent Director
She was President and CEO of PS Business Parks, Inc, a member of the S&P MidCap 400 and publicly-traded real estate investment trust (REIT) where she served in multiple roles, including CFO, chief administrative officer and executive vice president from 1988 through 2020. When she was an executive vice president with the company, Hawthorne supported the rollout of advanced technologies that resulted in PSB becoming the first commercial real estate organization in the country to fully automate its leasing process. She also put in place long-term strategic initiatives, compensation programs and talent development efforts. Hawthorne earned her bachelor of arts degree in international relations from Pomona College.
Age: 62
Cincinnati, OH
Nationality:
MELANIE L. HEALEY
Independent Director
Healey is an accomplished C-suite executive officer with over 30 years of global and operational experience in companies like Procter & Gamble, Johnson & Johnson and S.C. Johnson and in countries like Brazil, Mexico, Venezuela and the US. She left P&G in 2015 after 25 years of service. Melanie was also a pivotal leader of P&G’s Feminine Care business globally, responsible for the successful launch of Tampax Pearl, Always Infinity, and the first and largest teen website - BeingGirl.com. She is a graduate of the University of Richmond where she earned a bachelor of science in Business Administration in 1983.
BERNARDO HEES
Age: 65 Chicago, IL
Nationality:
Chairman of the Board, Avis Budget Group
Hees has been a director since February 2020. Previously, he served as Chief Executive Officer of The Kraft Heinz Company from 2015 to June 2019. He served as Chief Executive Officer of H.J. Heinz Holding Corporation since 2013. From 2010 to 2013 Hees served as Chief Executive Officer of Burger King Worldwide Holdings, Inc., a global fast food restaurant chain. From 2005 to 2010 he was Chief Executive Officer of América Latina Logística, a Brazilian logistics company. Mr. Hees was also a partner at 3G Capital from 2010 to 2019.
Age: 47
Los Angeles, CA
Nationality:
SAMANTA HEGEDUS STEWART
Leadership and Executive Advisor, Egon Zehnder
Age: 69
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Stewart joined Egon Zehnder in 2022. She was SVP and Head of Investor Relations at Endeavor from 2019 to 2021. From 2013 to 2018, she was Head of Investor Relations for Manchester United, an English Premier League football team; Director of Investor Relations at Snap Inc. (NYSE: SNAP), leading the investor relations efforts behind its initial public offering; and Chief Investment Officer of Soho House, a global private membership club and lifestyle brand that features hotels, food and beverage venues, gyms and retail outlets. Prior to such time, Stewart was Vice President of Investor Relations for Wynn Resorts, Ltd. (NASDAQ: WYNN), a developer, owner and operator of destination casino resorts, for ten years. Stewart began her career in investment banking at Morgan Stanley.
From 2008 until 2010, he was Vice Chairman of The Related Group, a privately-held, leading builder of luxury condominiums and multi-family real estate developments (founded by legendary tycoon Jorge Perez). From 2005 until its sale in 2007, he was Chairman, President and CEO of NYSE-listed Florida East Coast Industries, having served on its Board since 1998 and having been Chairman of its Audit Committee, as well as a member of its Governance Committee. From 1998 until 2005, he served as CEO of the South Region for Regions Bank (and its predecessor Union Planters Bank). Prior to joining Regions Bank, Henriques served in executive capacities at Bank of America’s predecessor banks since 1986, including Chairman of NationsBank in South Florida and Executive Vice President of Barnett Bank. ADOLFO
Senior Vice President, Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer, Target
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Age: 63
Miami, FL
Nationality:
CHARLES M. HERINGTON
Vice Chairman & President Global Operations, Zumba Fitness
Age: 71
New Alexandria, VA
Nationality:
RHETT A. HERNÁNDEZ
President, CyberLens, LLC
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Age: 65 Pasadena, CA & New York, NY.
Nationality:
ROLAND A. HERNÁNDEZ
Chief Executive Officer, Hernandez Media Ventures
Heredia is a seasoned executive who has significantly influenced Target's corporate culture and governance. Starting as Target’s first Chief Information Security Officer and currently serving as Senior Vice President and Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer, he has led the company through complex global challenges across the United States, Canada, India, and China. Tony’s expertise spans consumer retail, management consulting, technology, cybersecurity, and government, enabling him to drive operational risk management and crisis leadership during critical periods like the pandemic. He is a strong advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), having developed Target’s initial DEI objectives and serving on boards promoting DEI initiatives. He holds a Master of Public Administration from Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government and a BA in Management from St. Mary’s College of California.
Previously served as a director of NII Holding (Nextel International) where he also served as Chairman of the compensation committee between 2003 and 2013. From 2006 to 2012, he held positions of increasing responsibility leading up to office of the Chairman/EVP of Emerging and Developing Market Group at Avon Products Inc. From 1999 to 2006, he was President and CEO of AOL Latin America. Prior to that, he was President at Revlon Latin America from 1997 to 1999. From 1990 to 1997, he held a variety of executive positions in several different geographies leading to division president with Pepsico Restaurant International. From 1981 to 1990, he held various marketing and executive positions in different countries at Procter & Gamble.
Rhett served as the Chief and Commander of Army Cyber Command. Lieutenant General. Also served as the Deputy Chief of Staff of Army Operations, Chief, U.S. Military Training Mission, Saudi Arabia and Commanding General and Human Resources Command. Hernandez was an Ambassador and Director of the Center for Special Operations at Dell Dailey. He served as Deputy Director of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) and was a Commanding General of the Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM). He served at United States Army for 39 years. He was part in MacB strengthen and its considerable offensive and defensive Cybersecurity capabilities to meet current and future needs of ARCYBER, as well as the broader Cyber community. He has been a Member of Board of Advisor at Macaulay-Brown, Inc.
Founding Principal and CEO of Hernandez Media Ventures, a family office primarily engaged in the acquisition and management of media and digital assets. Through 2019, Hernandez served as the Chairman of the Board of Belmond Ltd., an NYSE listed company based in London. Belmond Ltd., formerly known as Orient-Express Hotels Ltd. He served as Chief Executive Officer of Telemundo Group, Inc. from 1995 to 2000, and also as Chairman from 1998 to 2000. Prior to Telemundo, Hernandez founded Interspan Communications and served as President from 1986 to 1994. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree, cum laude, from Harvard College, and a Juris Doctorate from Harvard Law School.
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Age: 65 San Francisco, CA
Nationality:
SANDRA R. HERNÁNDEZ
President and CEO, California Health Care Foundation
The California Health Care Foundation, is an independent foundation dedicated to improving the health of the people of California. Sandra is a gubernatorial appointee to the Board of Covered California, the California health insurance marketplace. Prior to joining CHCF, she was CEO of The San Francisco Foundation, which she led for 16 years. Hernández previously served as Director of Public Health for the City and County of San Francisco and co-chaired San Francisco’s Universal Healthcare Council. B.A., 1979, Yale University; M.D., 1984, Tufts School of Medicine; Senior Executives in State and Local Government certificate program, Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government.
Age: 61
Miami, FL
Nationality:
CARLOS M. HERNÁNDEZ
Retired Chief Executive Officer of Fluor Corporation
CEO of Fluor Corporation from 2019 to 2020. Before he was the EVP & chief legal officer for Fluor Corporation and corporate secretary. He had responsibility for all legal affairs and compliance. Joined Fluor in 2007. Before, he served as general counsel for ArcelorMittal Americas, a major steel producer and as general counsel and secretary of International Steel Group (ISG), Inc. prior to its acquisition by Mittal Steel Company. In addition to law and compliance, he had responsibility for government affairs and environmental matters.Before joining ISG, he served as EVP, general counsel and secretary for Fleming Companies, Inc. Hernandez served in a number of different legal capacities including assistant general counsel for Armco Inc. a steel company, in Pittsburgh.
PG&E, Stewart Health Care, Granite Construction Boards
Age: 46
Los Angeles, CA
Nationality:
Hernández served as a partner and investment analyst for Capital Group and its subsidiary, Capital World Investors. He joined the Capital Group companies in August 2000 and retired in June 2022 after having spent 22 years covering a variety of industries, including U.S. tobacco, helping lead the research portfolio for one of the largest growth mutual funds in the world and serving in key leadership roles. Hernández is a director of Aris Water Solutions, Inc. He previously served as a director of Pioneer Natural Resources Company (2022 to May 2023). Hernández is a member of the Audit, Finance, and Innovation Committees.
Age: 51
Los Gatos, CA
Nationality:
JOHN B. HERNANDEZ Head of Clinical Research, Health Economics,
and Outcomes Research, Google
ResMed, Carmat Boards
Age: 56 Florida
Hernandez is head of clinical research, health economics, and outcomes research at Google. He joined Alphabet in 2016 where he has built and led teams at Verily and Google leveraging artificial intelligence to assist in promoting healthy lifestyles, diagnosing cancer, preventing blindness, and more. Hernandez is a medical device and digital health executive with over 30 years of experience in clinical research, health economics, market access, and global commercial strategy. Prior to joining Alphabet, he was vice president of global health economics and outcomes research at Abbott Laboratories, and vice president of health economics and clinical research at Boston Scientific Corporation. He has also been an adjunct faculty member at Stanford University and served in health services research, strategy consulting, and health policy roles at the RAND Corporation, Quintiles, PwC, and the American Society of Internal Medicine (now ACP).
CATHERINE HERNANDEZ-BLADES
Board Director
Catherine Hernandez-Blades serves on the Board of Directors of CoreCivic, Inc. (NYSE:CXW). An expert in crisis and issues management with over 15 years of Fortune 500 C-suite experience in regulated industries, leading boards and executive leadership through high stakes reputation events, including litigation, she is the U.S. representative on the World Communications Forum–Davos Advisory Board, on the Executive Board of Tri Delta Fraternity (Delta Delta Delta Corporation), and a Trustee of the Institute of PR. She is the former Chair of CASA/New Orleans, Operation Homefront, and The Seminar.
Age: 56 New York, NY Nationality:
JACQUELINE HERNÁNDEZ-FALLOUS
CEO & Founder, New Majority Ready LLC
Hernández currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of New Majority Ready, a marketing and strategy consultancy, a position she has held since 2019. She also serves as a director at Estrella Media, a privately held Hispanic media company. She previously served as the President of Combate Americas from 2017 to 2020, as well as Chief Operating Officer of NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises and Chief Marketing Officer of NBCUniversal Hispanic Enterprises. Ms. Hernández has served as a director of Isos Acquisition Corporation (NYSE: ISOS.U), a special purpose acquisition company, in 2021 and a director at Redbox Automated Retail, a privately held on-demand streaming and video rental company, from 2020 to 2021. Hernández has executive and business operational experience complemented by her expertise in multicultural marketing and strategic planning.
JACINTO J. HERNÁNDEZ Founder, Cummings Consulting & Management
Aris Water Solutions Boards
CoreCivic, Inc. Boards
Age: 71
New Jersey and Puerto Vallarta, MX
Nationality:
MIRIAM HERNÁNDEZ-KAKOL
Independent Board Director
Miriam is a trusted advisor to C-suite leaders with the proven ability to build top-performing businesses, ignite innovation, and drive enterprise-wide transformation. She is the former global head of the management consulting practice of KPMG LLP, where she led multiple successful practices and service lines until 2021. Miriam worked with Fortune 100 executive teams to connect current and future business needs to technology solutions and foster client-service cultures that deliver exceptional top-line results. Since retiring from KPMG, LLP in October of 2021, Miriam has been serving as an Independent Director on corporate boards. With a dynamic blend of strategic vision, P&L expertise, and operational and technical leadership, she brings a transformational mindset to the Board room.
K. Hovnanian Homes, Toyota Financial Savings Bank, LPGA Boards
Age: 66
Mexico City, MX
Nationality:
ERNESTO MARIANO HERNÁNDEZQUIROZ
Former President & Managing Director, General Motors de Mexico (Retired)
Constellation Brands, BRP, Dana Inc. Boards
Age: 68 Pasadena,CA
Nationality:
ENRIQUE HERNÁNDEZ, JR.
Executive Chairman of Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc.
Hernández retired from General Motors de Mexico, a subsidiary of General Motors Company, a global automobile manufacturing company which through a subsidiary also provides automotive financing services, in 2020. From 2011 until 2019, he served as President and Managing Director of GM de Mexico. Prior to that time, he served as Vice President and Executive Director of Sales, Service and Marketing of GM de Mexico, having served in that role from 2003 through 2011. Hernández began his career with GM in Mexico in 1980 and has held numerous positions of growing responsibility within that company. He also serves on the Board of Directors of BRP Inc., with headquarters in Quebec, Canada, and on the Board of Directors of DINE and Grupo KUO, headquartered in Mexico City.
Hernandez is Executive Chairman of Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc., a private, family-owned firm that provides a full range of high-level physical security services to government and private industry with over 40,000 employees worldwide. Chairman of the Board of the McDonald’s Corporation since 2016, he also serves on the Board of Directors of Chevron Corporation where he Chairs the Public Policy and Sustainability Committee, and The Macerich Company. Hernandez is a Trustee of the John Randolph Haynes and Dora Haynes Foundation, a Trustee of Global Ronald McDonald House Children’s Charities, and a member of the Board of Directors of Catalyst, Inc.
Herrera was employed as Marketing Vice President/Retails Sales Manager for U-Haul from 1988 to 2001 and served on the Company’s Board from 1993 to 2001 and the U-Haul Board of Directors from 1990 to 2001. Herrera has a long history in the retail industry, including serving as Executive Vice President of Eastern Seaboard Packaging and Executive Vice President of ABUS Lock USA.
Travel & Leisure, Co., is the world’s largest leisure vacation company. From 2006-2021, he served on the Board of Directors of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation, and Wyndham Destinations.From 1998 thru 2004, Herrera served as President and CEO of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. During his tenure, he created a $100 million private equity fund, named Hispania Capital Partners. The Fund was initially capitalized by a $5 million investment, by Bank One and a $10 million investment from the Verizon Corporation. From 1978 to 1998, Herrera served as President of Burgos and Associates, Inc., Herrera was the Creator of the nationally syndicated television show “Hispanics Today,” which was viewed by more than 30 million viewers on networks throughout the US. In 2015, Herrera received the Lifetime Business Achievement Award, from the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. Later Herrera was named a “FELLOW”, The Wharton Society of Fellows, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.
U-Haul Boards
GEORGE HERRERA Independent Director
Travel + Leisure Co. Boards
VÍCTOR
HERRERO
Age: 49
Massachussetts
Nationality:
Chief Executive Officer and Director of Lovisa
G-III Apparel Group, Lovisa Boards
Herrero has extensive experience in corporate management and business operations in the consumables industry. From 2015 to 2019, he served as the CEO and director of Guess Inc, which is principally engaged in designing, marketing, distributing and licensing a lifestyle collection of contemporary apparel products around the world. Prior to Guess Inc, served as the head of Asia Pacific and managing director of Greater China of Industria de Diseño Textil, S.A. (Inditex Group), an international fashion retailer with brands including Zara, Massimo Dutti, Pull & Bear, Bershka and Stradivarius.. Herrero graduated with an MBA from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University in 2003. He obtained a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from ESCP Europe in Paris, 1992 and a Bachelor’s of Law Degree from the University of Zaragoza in Spain in 1993.
Herz has been a director since July 2012. He served as Chairman of the Financial Accounting Standards Board from 2002 to 2010 and was previously a member of the International Accounting Standards Board . He is currently President of Robert H. Herz LLC, providing consulting services on financial reporting matters. Herz is a member of the Independent Investment Committee of United Nations Office for Project Services. Herz served as a partner with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP from 1985 until 2002. He also is an executive-in-residence at the Columbia University Business School, and trustee emeritus of the Kessler Foundation. Herz holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of Manchester, England, and is both a U.S. CPA and an English Chartered Accountant.
Age: 56 New York, NY
Nationality:
MEDINA
He is also the E. Hugh Luckey distinguished professor of medicine and associate director for clinical services at the Sandra & Edward Meyer Cancer Center at Weill Cornell Medicine. Has more than 20 years of experience in translational and clinical research in anticancer drug development, with an emphasis in gastrointestinal cancers. He has also led the early clinical development of new anticancer agents for pancreatic cancer among other solid tumor cancers. Before Hidalgo served as chief of the division of hematology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston and clinical director of the Rosenberg Clinical Cancer Center until 2019. During this time, he was the Theodore W. and Evelyn G. Berenson Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. He also held leadership positions at the Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO) in Madrid and at the Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, where he was director of gastrointestinal oncology program.
Age: 59 Miami, FL
Nationality:
FRANCIS A. HONDAL
Former President Mastercard Loyalty and Engagement
Francis is a seasoned global executive with over 30 years of experience in consumer marketing, technology, finance, and international general management. She has held executive level global roles at American Express and Mastercard; leading business strategy, managing P&Ls, launching B2C & B2B products and services, and developing strategic partnerships across banking, retail and travel sectors. She serves on public boards (BBW and EQH) and serves as a Trustee of Florida International University (FIU). She has been recognized as a top Hispanic executive in business and earned a bachelor’s degree in finance and international Business and an MBA from FIU. She lives with her family in Miami, Florida
Age: 67 Washington, DC Nationality:
MICHAEL P. HUERTA
Founder and President, MPH Consulting, LLC
Founder and President of MPH Consulting. He served as Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) from 2013 to 2018. He joined the agency in 2010 as Deputy Administrator. During his tenure at the FAA, Michael redefined the FAA's regulatory relationship with the aviation industry to achieve greater levels of safety through increased collaboration and widespread sharing of data. Prior to the FAA, Michael served as Group President of the Transportation Solutions Group of Affiliated Computer Services, Inc. (ACS). He also served in executive positions at the Salt Lake Organizing Committee for the Olympic Winter Games of 2002, the U.S. Department of Transportation, the Port of San Francisco and the New York City Department of Ports, International Trade and Commerce.
MANUEL HIDALGO
Professor of Medicine and Chief of Hem Onc at Weill Cornell Medicine.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Boards
ROBERT H. HERZ
President, Robert H. Herz LLC
Age: 69
Morgan Stanley, Fannie Mae Boards
Bath and Body Works, Equitable Holdings Boards
The MITRE Corporation, Delta Air Lines, Verra Mobility Corp., Pangiam Boards
Age: 65
Devon, PA
Nationality:
ANTHONY "TONY" A. IBARGÜEN
CEO & President of Quench USA, Inc., and President of Culligan Latin Americ
Age: 69
Los Altos, CA
Nationality:
BEATRIZ V. INFANTE
CEO, BusinessExcelleration
Appointed in January of 2019 and has served on its Board since 2014. He previously served as President of AquaVenture since 2014. AquaVenture is a New York Stock Exchange listed multinational provider of water purification and treatment services and technologies. Ibargüen has also served as the CEO of Quench USA, Inc., an AquaVenture subsidiary, since 2010. In 2018, he was elected to serve on the Board of Directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, where he is a member of the executive and management and budget committees. From 2004 to 2008, he was President and CEO of Alliance Consulting Group, a privately-held IT consulting firm, and prior to that, he was in leadership roles at several IT industry companies, including as President and member of the Board of Directors of Tech Data Corporation, a global technology distribution company.
Award-winning public and private company Board Director and former 4X CEO with a multi-faceted career in companies that disrupted markets and value chains, leading both early stage and F100 organizations through $2B in revenues across a variety of technology sectors. She has been named an NACD Directorship 100 honoree, Financial Times Top 50 Digital Directors, and is an NACD Board Leadership Fellow. She is the author of The Mandate for Corporate Renewal: A Leader’s Guide. BSE in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from Princeton University and an MS in Engineering Science from the California Institute of Technology.
Inc. Boards
ESTEBAN
IRIARTE Independent Director
Age: 50
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Nationality:
Iriarte is a highly accomplished telecoms and technology executive with over two decades of experience leading and transforming businesses across Latin America. He served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Millicom International Cellular S.A. since 2009 and has held several executive leadership positions within the company. He holds a degree in Business Administration from Universidad Católica de Argentina and completed executive programs at Harvard Business School and Stanford University. Iriarte is also a board member of Andesco, Ruta N, and Asomovil, and is known for his expertise in mergers and acquisitions, achieving double-digit growth, and improving employee satisfaction.
Age: 57
Barrington, IL
Nationality:
MICHAEL IRIZARRY EVP/CTO, U.S. Cellular
U.S. Cellular Boards
Age: 64
Panama City, PA
Nationality:
Irizarry joined UScellular in 2002 and oversees the company’s information systems and technology, including network buildouts, operations, and advancements like 5G and VoLTE. He leads teams focused on application development, data warehousing, billing technologies, and data center support, enhancing customer experience. Previously, Irizarry held executive roles at Verizon, Bell Atlantic Mobile, and Paging Network, Inc. He is a senior member of the Association for Computing Machinery, active in I.E.E.E. and 6G Alliance, and serves on UScellular’s and NGMN Alliance boards. Irizarry holds degrees from Cleveland Technical College, the International School of Information Management, Capella University, and completed the executive management program at the University of Chicago.
Jaime has served as a director of Patterson-UTI since April 2022. Jaime previously served on the board of Summum Group Ltd, a provider of well servicing and oil and gas engineering and construction in Colombia, Mexico and Peru, from 2014 to 2022. Mr. Jaime previously served on the board of LAREIF, a renewable energy developer in Colombia, from 2014 to 2019. Jaime served in various management positions at Schlumberger between 1981 and 2010, including serving as President of Schlumberger’s Latin America business from 2008 to 2010. MJaime has served on the board of Alliance Schlumberger, a non-profit organization grouping former Schlumberger engineers, since 2019. Jaime holds a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Bogotá, Colombia.
Prior to Ardinall, Maria spent 15 years at Goldman Sachs, most recently as a managing director and portfolio manager for Goldman Sachs Investment Partners, focusing on energy, industrials, transportation and infrastructure investments across the capital structure, in both public and private markets. She currently serves as a director on the board of Macquarie Infrastructure Corporation, a NYSE listed infrastructure company. Currently, Maria is a member of the Advisory Board of the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs. Maria earned a dual degree in economics and management science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Jimenez has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Turtle Beach (Nasdaq: HEAR) and will join the Nominating and Governance Committee. He previously served as CEO, President, and board member of Tribune Publishing Company, and as CFO. Prior to that, he was a Partner at IBM’s Global Services Division and held leadership roles at McDonald’s Corporation. Jimenez is on the Boards of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland/NW Indiana and Northern Illinois University College of Business. He holds significant public company experience and is recognized for his strategic, digital, financial, and leadership skills.
JOSEPH JIMÉNEZ
Age: 63
Oakland, CA
Nationality:
Co-Founder and Managing Director at Aditum Bio
Age: 53
FRANK R. JIMÉNEZ
President and General Counsel, GE HealthCare
Age: 69
From 2010 to 2018, Joseph Jimenez held the position of CEO of Novartis, one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. Under his leadership, Novartis developed one of the largest pipelines of self-originated drugs in the industry, driven by a strong commitment to R&D. Jimenez also transformed the company’s portfolio to focus on innovative patented medicines under Novartis Pharmaceuticals and Novartis Oncology, generics under Sandoz, and eye care devices under Alcon. Prior to serving as CEO of Novartis, He held the position of Division Head, Novartis Pharmaceuticals. He joined Novartis in 2007 as Division Head, Novartis Consumer Health. He graduated in 1982 with a bachelor’s degree from Stanford University and in 1984 with a Master of Business Administration from the U. C. Berkeley.
An attorney who is the VP and general counsel of GE Heathcare and who served as the 21st General Counsel of the U.S. Department of the Navy. Jimenez most recently served as EVP and general counsel at Raytheon Technologies Corp. In prior roles, he served as general counsel at Raytheon Company prior to its 2020 merger with United Technologies Corporation, as well as at Bunge Limited, Xylem Inc. and ITT Corp. In government service, Jimenez also served as deputy general counsel for the U.S. Department of Defense, principal deputy general counsel of the Navy, chief of staff at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for Secretary Mel Martinez, and deputy chief of staff and acting general counsel for Florida Gov. Jeb Bush.
Johnson previously served as Interim Chief Financial Officer of Intersil Corporation from April 2013 to September 2013, Chief Financial Officer of Avago Technologies, Inc. from 2005 to 2008, and Senior Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer of Lam Research Corporation from 1997 to 2004. She has previously served as a board member for a number of public companies, including Intersil Corporation, Juniper Networks, Inc., Micron Technology, Inc. and Storage Technology Corporation.
Natural Resources, Cadiz Inc.
General Motors, Procter & Gamble
Ingalls Industries Boards
JOHNSON
DANIELA JORGE
Age: 52
Mountain View, CA
Nationality:
Chief Design Officer at Capital One
Mr. Cooper Boards
MANUEL KADRE
Chief
Age: 57
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Daniela Jorge has a history of success unlocking the business value of design at Capital One, PayPal, AT&T, eBay, Intuit, and Yahoo where she has led product design for ecommerce, financial services, and multisided platforms serving a broad range of users. In her role as Chief Design Officer at Capital One, her organization brings ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. Throughout her career, she has led design-driven product innovation as a competitive differentiator.She serves on the board of directors of Mr. Cooper and BayBrazil and as an advisor to Loft, a prop tech startup.
Kadre is Chief Executive Officer of MBB Auto, LLC, a premium luxury retail automotive group, and previously was Chief Executive Officer of Gold Coast Caribbean Importers. He also sits on the boards of directors of The Home Depot, Inc., and Mednax, Inc., where he is the lead independent director. Kadre serves on the board of trustees for the University of Miami and on the board of directors for University of Miami Health System. Kadre is a graduate of Iona College and earned his law degree from Fordham University.
Age: 58
New York City, NY
Nationality:
Partner, JC2 Ventures
Yvette is a Partner at JC2 Ventures. Prior she headed a $13B business at Cisco Systems, and has held various CTO and President roles.Yvette pioneered technologies key to creating video streaming, the app store, MPEG standards, encoding standards, CDNs, and the DVD. Awards received include a 2020 Lifetime Achievement Emmy in TV technology, NCTA Vanguard Award, Industry Pioneer, an Emmy for her work in VOD, Industry Wonder Woman, Top Techie, Woman in Technology, one of TV’s 11 most influential women, and one of the top 100 industry executives.She was inducted into the Cable Hall of Fame in 2024.
Age: 54
Los Gatos, CA
Nationality:
FRANCINE KATSOUDAS
Executive Vice President and Chief People, Policy & Purpose Officer, Cisco
Age: 54 Anaheim, CA
Nationality:
Francine Katsoudas is Executive Vice President and Chief People, Policy & Purpose Officer at Cisco. She oversees People & Communities, Sustainability, Social Impact, Government Affairs & Policy, Workplace Resources, and Country Digital Acceleration. A 27-year Cisco veteran, she has led organizational transformations and built an employee-first culture. Fran previously worked in financial and professional services. Recognized on the Forbes 50 Over 50 list, she serves on the boards of Global Citizen and ADP. An advocate for social justice, she is passionate about women's leadership, homeless youth, and the Latino community. Fran lives in the Bay Area with her family.
Ofelia Kumpf has served as a member of our Board of Directors since July 2021. Ms. Kumpf has served as Field Vice President, Long Beach Field Office for McDonald’s USA, LLC since July 2018. Prior to that, she served as Vice President and General Manager, Southern California Region from January 2013 to June 2018, and has held a variety of other leadership positions with McDonald’s since joining in 1992. Ms. Kumpf currently serves on the boards of trustees of Southern California Public Radio and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern California. She previously served on the board of directors of the Latino Donor Collaborative. Ms. Kumpf holds a B.S. from the University of Phoenix and an M.B.A. from the University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business.
Depot, Republic Services Inc., Bright Health Group Boards
Data Processing Boards
OFELIA KUMPF
Independent Director, Frontier Group Holdings, Inc., Frontier Airlines
Group Holdings Boards
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MARÍA ELENA LAGOMASINO
Managing Partner & CEO, WE Family Offices, LLC
Age: 61
Purchase, NY
Nationality:
Maria Elena (Mel) Lagomasino has worked with financially successful families for more than three decades. As CEO & Managing Partner of WE Family Offices, a global family office serving ultra-high net worth families, she engages client families to build their wealth enterprises and provides the support and control they need to manage their wealth as a business enterprise. Before founding WE, Mel served as CEO of GenSpring Family Offices, a wealth management firm. She is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations, a Trustee of the Carnegie Corporation of New York, and an Advisory Board member of Millstein Center at Columbia Law School.
Chief Executive Officer & Chairman, PepsiCo
Age: 43
Chicago, IL
Nationality:
A 25-year PepsiCo veteran, has served as CEO since 2018, and Chairman of the Board since 2019. As Chairman and CEO, he has begun pivoting the company toward accelerated growth, embracing a new corporate mission—to Create More Smiles with Every Sip and Every Bite—and adopting a new vision that captures PepsiCo’s competitive spirit, intense focus, and shared values: to Be the Global Leader in Convenient Foods and Beverages by Winning with Purpose. Until 2017, he served as CEO of Europe Sub-Saharan Africa, with responsibility for leading the company’s beverage, food and snacks business in Europe and Sub- Saharan Africa. Prior to that, he held a variety of positions of increasing responsibility in Europe, including leading the acquisition and integration of the company’s dairy business in Russia. Before joining PepsiCo in 1996, he worked for Chupa Chups, S.A., a Spanish confectionery company, with international roles in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States.
LaMalfa is the Chief Financial Officer of Canela Media, a digital media company focused on the U.S. Hispanic market. With a background in financial and litigation consulting, she has led forensic and fraud investigations, accounting restatements, and damage quantifications for various industries, including Fortune 500 companies. LaMalfa holds a bachelor's degree in finance and marketing from DePaul University and is a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Fraud Examiner. Appointed to the Illinois Liquor Control Commission by Governor J.B. Pritzker in 2019, she also serves as the treasurer for Instituto del Progreso Latino and Teatro Vista. As a board director of Wintrust Bank, she provides oversight and guidance on audit, credit risk, and digital transformation initiatives.
Age: 58
Dallas, TX
Nationality:
CEO, President FYA Project
Lara Celis is an entrepreneur and business leader based in North Dallas, Texas. He currently serves as President & General Manager of FYA Project, LLC, a prominent Schlotzsky's Deli franchisee operating multiple locations. Since 2009, he has also been the President & General Manager of UDF de Mexico S.de R.L. de C.V., overseeing real estate projects in Tampico, Mexico. With over three decades of professional experience, including roles in auditing and information management with the Mexico State Superior Control Authority, Fernando brings extensive expertise in business operations and strategic management. He joined the boards of directors of Income Opportunity Realty Investors, Inc., Transcontinental Realty Investors, Inc., and American Realty Investors, Inc. in 2023.
Age: 52
Londres, IG
Nationality:
Lares is the Chief Financial Officer of Chelsea Football Club, a role he has held since December 2023. Previously, he was the CFO of Stash, Inc. from July 2021 to November 2023 and Fastly, Inc. from May 2016 to July 2021. He has also served as CFO and advisor at Lookout, Inc. and held various leadership roles at 3PAR Inc., including CFO during its sale to Hewlett Packard. Co-founder of Memento Mori Winery, Lares holds a BA in economics from Stanford University. His extensive CFO experience and entrepreneurial background qualify him for board roles.
JULIETA LAMALFA CFO, Canela Media
Wintrust Bank, N.A., a charter of Wintrust Financial Corp Boards
RAMÓN LAGUARTA
PepsiCo, Visa Boards
FERNANDO LARA CELIS
Transcontinental Realty Investors Boards
ADRIEL LARES
CFO, Chelsea Football Club
Duckhorn Portfolio Inc Boards
MARC LEMANN
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Lemann has served on our board since June 2021. He is an investor and entrepreneur with a broad range of business and investment experience. Since December 2017, when he co-founded Growth Interface Fund, he has served as a member of the general partner and director of the fund. Since February 2016, when he co-founded Go4it Capital, he has served as a director. Prior to that, from October 2015, he co-founded Go4it Esportes e Entretenimento S.A., a sports agency and business incubator in Brazil. Since April 2022, he has served as a member of the board of directors of São Carlos Empreendimentos e Participações S.A., a commercial real estate investment and management company in Brazil that is publicly-held and listed on the Brazilian stock exchange, and was previously an alternate board member from April 2020 to April 2022. Lemann graduated from Columbia University with a Bachelor of Arts majoring in economics.
FRANCISCO LEON
Age: 46
Los Angeles, CA
Nationality:
President and Chief Executive Officer, California Resources Corporation
JASON D. LEÓN
Age: 45
Washington, DC Nationality:
Independent Director, Managing Director at Diversified Search Group
Age: 57 Chicago, IL
Nationality:
"LIZ" LEVY-NAVARRO
Francisco J. Leon serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at California Resources Corporation (CRC), a leading producer of low carbon intensity oil and natural gas. With two decades of experience in the industry, he excels in management, capital markets, corporate finance, economic evaluation, and both domestic and international mergers and acquisitions. At CRC, Leon oversees capital allocation, investor relations, strategic planning, risk management, financial reporting, and business development, focusing on initiatives such as mergers and acquisitions. He played a pivotal role in repositioning CRC's strategy and spearheading initiatives like the Carbon TerraVault carbon capture and storage projects, contributing to significant shareholder value enhancement through strategies like share repurchase and dividend programs.
As Managing Director at Diversified Search Group, ranked in the top #5 by Forbes Magazine, León manages the firm’s Washington, D.C. office including the $7 million profit and loss for this division. He specializes in nonprofit, corporate board, and financial services practices. He is a certified public accountant and started his career serving as senior official Chief Financial Officer for the City of Isabela, Puerto Rico, managing an operating budget of over $30 million and overseeing the operations of seven administrative departments and a municipal hospital in support of 800 employees and 50,000 residents. His strategic consultation and enthusiasm enable him to approach each assignment with an energy that engages clients and executives through strategic decisions impacting growth and leadership. León’s clients include local and national nonprofits, from emerging organizations to Fortune 1000 corporations.
Co-founder and CEO of Orrington Strategies, a management consulting firm dedicated to helping Fortune 500 insurance, investment management, and consumer products companies. She takes an analytical, data-driven approach to value creation, with a focus on distribution and sales, new business development, digital transformation, new market entry, strategic marketing, and brand-building. While leading two thriving businesses over the past 20 years, she was responsible for their P&L and operations management, and provided organizational leadership, financial oversight, and business strategy. She currently serves on several public and private boards, and was former Investment Fiduciary for her firm.
Age: 63 Michigan
Nationality:
Grace Lieblein has over 20 years of experience in senior executive positions in the Automotive Industry. Grace retired as Vice President Global Quality of General Motors in 2015 after a career that spanned 37 years. She was the highest-ranking Latina in the company. Among the highlights, Grace was Chief Engineer for the very successful mid-size crossover vehicles that include the award-winning Buick Enclave. She was the first woman to be named as President and Managing Director of GM Mexico, and from there she was President and Managing Director of one of GM's most important subsidiaries, GM Brazil. Prior to her Quality position, she was Vice President of Global Purchasing and Supply Chain for the company.
M. LINARES
Linares was appointed to the Santander Holdings, USA Inc. (SHUSA), the Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) New York Advisory Board and the Santander Capital Markets LLC Board in August 2022. He reports directly to the Group CEO and is also a member of the Group’s Management Committee, Executive Risk Committee, Inclusive and Sustainable Banking Steering Committee and Santader’s Asset Management Board. Prior to joining Santander, he spent more than 17 years at J.P. Morgan in a number of senior roles in New York, Hong Kong and London. His final position there was Head of Global Corporate Banking in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). He was also Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of J.P. Morgan Bank International. Linares holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Economics from Babson College, where he graduated summa cum laude, and an MBA from Columbia University.
Age: 63
New Heaven, CT
Nationality:
Llado has more than 30 years of IT and cybersecurity experience in the biopharmaceutical industry. In his position on Alexion Pharmaceuticals, he is responsible for leading the company’s Global Information Technology organization by developing and implementing innovative technology and enabling data-driven insights across Alexion’s Research & Development, Commercial, Manufacturing Operations, and Supply Chain functions. Prior to Alexion in 2015, Llado was employed by Merck & Co., Inc. for 25 years in IT positions of increasing responsibility. He served as VP, Manufacturing and Supply Chain Information Technology and business-line CIO, for which he led the planning and development of IT solutions for Merck’s Manufacturing division. While at Merck, Llado led the merger integration of Merck and Schering-Plough across the IT and Shared Business Services organizations.
Longhi retired in 2017 as the CEO of United States Steel Corporation. He was formerly President and CEO until 2017, President and COO until 2013, and EVP and COO until 2013 of United States Steel Corporation. Prior to joining USSC, he served as CEO and President (2006 to 2011) and President (2005 to 2006) of Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation. Longhi spent 23 years at Alcoa, Inc. prior to that, where he served in various roles of increasing responsibility since 1982, including as President – Alcoa Wheels International, President – Alcoa Forgings Division, President and CEO– Howmet Castings, and Alcoa Vice President and Group President – Global Extrusions.
Age: 61
Johnston, RI
Nationality:
A. LOPES JR.
Age: 51
San Antonio, TX
Nationality:
Chief Medical Officer, doxy.me
Lopes Jr. is a Principal with Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O’Gara LLC. For most of his 35-year legal career, he has been actively involved in the court oversight of correctional systems and is a nationally recognized Special Master in correctional reform litigation. For the past 26 years, he has served as the Special Master for the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California in the matter of Coleman v. Newsom. As Special Master in this case, Lopes leads a team of experts and monitors in overseeing the care provided to more than 30,000 seriously mentally ill inmates throughout the 34 institutions within the California prison system. Prior to his current role, Lopes served as a court monitor, deputy Special Master and Special Master, respectively, in three additional major remedial correctional cases under the supervision of the United States District Courts of Georgia, Texas and Rhode Island.
López has served as a member of the Board since July 2021. Since January 2021, he has served on the Board of Directors of Addus HomeCare Corporation, a publicly traded provider of home care services, and is the founder and CEO of Hopscotch Health, a clinical practice focused on children's urgent care needs. From September 2020 to March 2023, he served as the Americas healthcare and life sciences Market Lead at Google Cloud with multinational executive responsibility for strategy and solutions development. From March 2013 to December 2019, he worked at Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC) in several executive roles, most recently as Chief Medical Officer for Clinical Strategy and Innovation. HCSC is the fourth largest health insurer in the U.S. López received a B.A. in biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, and his MBA from the University of Texas at Dallas.
JOSÉ
MARIO LONGHI
GEORGE LLADO
Senior Vice President &. Chief Information Officer, Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Charles River Laboratories International Boards
MATTHEW
Principal, Pannone Lopes Devereaux & O’Gara LLC
Amica Mutual Insurance Boards
ESTEBAN LOPEZ
DENNIS G. LÓPEZ
Dennis has been actively involved in the real estate industry for over 30 years and has worked in the Americas, Asia and Europe. His experience includes real estate acquisitions, developments, M&A and equity and debt fundraising in both the public and private markets. Prior to QuadReal, Dennis served as the CIO of AXA IM – Real Assets, the fifth largest global real estate investment manager. Based in London, Paris and New York, he worked with his team to approve over $60 billion in acquisitions, sales and loans during his tenure. Previously, he served as the CEO of SUN Group and was the Managing Director and European Head of Real Estate Investment Banking at JP Morgan. Dennis holds a BA in Business Administration from California State University Long Beach and an MBA in Finance from UCLA.
Age: 64
Miami, FL
Nationality:
GERARDO I. LÓPEZ
A global business executive with over 35 years of experience leading transformations and creating shareholder value across diverse businesses and industries, including Hospitality (Extended Stay America), Entertainment (AMC Theatres), Multi - Unit Retail (Starbucks), Food & Beverage (PepsiCo), Consumer Packaged Goods ( Procter & Gamble) and Supply Chain (Handleman Company). Since 2018, he has been Head of the Operating Group for SoftBank Investment Advisers, with a $100B SoftBank Vision Fund. He also has fourteen years of service as an independent Board member in public and private companies. He was also a Founder and Board co- Chair at Open Road Films, winner of the 2015 Best Picture Oscar for “ Spotlight”.
Age: 57
New York, NY
Nationality:
PATRICIA E. LÓPEZ
CEO, Board Member, Business Advisor
RODRIGO LÓPEZ Chairman,
Age: 65
Omaha, NE
Nationality:
Sits on Domino’s Board of Directors since July 2018 and is member of the Inclusion & Diversity Committee and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee of the Board of Directors. Lopez most recently served as CEO and as a member of the Board of Directors of High Ridge Brands Co., from 2017 to 2020. She served as a Senior Vice President at Estée Lauder Companies Inc. from 2015 to 2016, a Senior Vice President at Avon Products, Inc. from 2012 to 2014 and previously held various positions at The Procter & Gamble Co. for 25 years, most recently serving as a Vice President and General Manager overseeing its Eastern Europe business.
AmeriSphere Companies
ANDRÉS A. LÓPEZ
Age: 57
Perrysburg, OH
Nationality:
Retired President CEO and Director, O-I Glass
López has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, and until 2017, as Executive Chairman of NorthMarq Capital Finance, LLC, a mortgage banking company for the multifamily industry. López was President and CEO of AmeriSphere, a company he founded in 1997, and which was acquired in 2015 by NorthMarq Capital, LLC. Prior to founding AmeriSphere, he was Chief Lending Officer for a life insurance company. López has several years serving as a director of several financial industry boards, as well as extensive leadership experience in investments and in the real estate and mortgage banking industries. He is Chair of the Investment Committee and a member of the Corporate Governance Committee of the board.
Andres has established himself as a strong and successful leader, serving as CEO during 2015 and playing a leading role on the acquisition of Vitro’s Food and Beverage business in Mexico, the U.S. and Bolivia. He has also served as president of O-I Americas, with a focus on strengthening O-I’s North America operations. Prior to that role, he served as president of O-I’s South America operations, where he led the region through significant organic and acquisition-based growth, adding new capabilities in Brazil and Argentina. Lopez has held various other leadership positions at O-I, including global vice president of manufacturing and engineering; vice president of manufacturing, North America; and country general manager for O-I Peru.
Domino's Pizza, Aramark, Express Boards
CBRE Group, Newell Brands, Realty Income Corp, Rocket Pest Boards
Avery Dennison, O-I Glass Boards
FRANK LÓPEZ
Executive
Frank is EVP and Chief Human Resources Officer of Ryder System, Inc. From 2013 to 2016, Lopez was SVP, Global Human Resources Operations, responsible for business segments throughout U.S., Canada, Mexico, Europe and Asia, as well as for corporate human resources, talent management, recruiting, diversity and inclusion, labor relations and human resource service center operations. Lopez joined Ryder in 2002 as Associate General Counsel – Global Labor and Employment Law, with responsibility for global employment law and labor relations. Prior to Ryder, he spent several years in private practice at a national law firm. He has a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Florida International University and a law degree from Emory University School of Law.
Age: 58 New York, NY Nationality:
FRANCISCO J. LÓPEZ-BALBOA
Age: 66
Miami, FL
Nationality:
ANA LOPEZ-BLAZQUEZ
Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer, Baptist Health South Florida
Age: 55 London, UK
Nationality:
López-Balboa was named Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Cumulus Media Inc. in March 2020. Prior to joining the Company, he served as Executive Vice President and CFO of Univision Communications Inc., (“Univision”), the leading media company serving Hispanic America, from 2015 to 2018. He has deep experience in the media sector; prior to joining Univision, López-Balboa was an investment banker working with Telecom, Media and Technology (“TMT”) companies. He was a Managing Director at Goldman, Sachs & Co. for more than 20 years. He began his career in the Investment Banking Capital Markets Group at Merrill, Lynch & Co. He is an Emeritus Trustee of the Board of Visitors for the undergraduate college at Columbia University and is a Trustee, Treasurer and member of the Investment Committee for St. Mark’s School in Southborough, Massachusetts.
Lopez-Blazquez is the Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer for Baptist Health South Florida (BHSF) and the CEO of Baptist Health Enterprises. BHSF is the largest not-for-profit multi-hospital healthcare system in the region, headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida. She joined the Board of Directors in 2023 after serving on the Advisory Board since 2021. With a 35-year career at Baptist Health, Ana has led strategic planning and business transformation efforts. She began her career at Baptist Hospital of Miami in 1987 as Director of Planning.
Lorca founded and currently serves as the CEO of EthosData. Prior to founding EthosData, Lorca held executive and leadership positions with Startupbootcamp FinTech, First Data International, Teknoland, GE Capital Europe and McKinsey & Company. Lorca has a M.B.A. degree and holds a B.S. degree in Business Administration from California State University.
Age: 59 Palo Alto, CA
Nationality:
Enrique Lores is the President & CEO of HP Inc., a global tech leader in over 170 countries, offering innovative products and services for personal computing, printing, hybrid work and more. Joining HP in 1989 as an intern, he has held various senior roles within the organization and played a leading role in the 2015 Hewlett-Packard split. As CEO since 2019, he has propelled HP’s leadership in tech and its ambition to become the world’s most sustainable and just company. He holds an electrical engineering degree from the Polytechnic University of Valencia and an MBA from Esade Business School.
Age: 67
MÓNICA C. LOZANO
California Nationality: Target, Apple, Bank of
Former President & CEO, College Futures Foundation
Age: 62
Chicago, IL
Nationality:
JUAN RICARDO LUCIANO
Chair of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer, ADM
Age: 61
San Francisco, CA
Nationality:
EVP Chief Marketing and Corporate Affairs Officer, HP
Age: 81
New York, NY
Nationality:
Lozano served as President and Chief Executive Officer of College Futures Foundation, a California-based private foundation from 2017-2022. Before joining College Futures, she spent thirty years in media as editor and publisher of La Opinión, the country’s leading Spanish language daily newspaper and subsequently as Chair and CEO of the parent company, ImpreMedia. She co-founded the Aspen Institute Latinos and Society program, served on the board of The Walt Disney Company, chaired the University of California Board of Regents, and is Lead Independent Director at Target. The recipient of numerous awards and recognitions, Lozano was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2016.
Juan Luciano joined ADM in 2011 as executive vice president and chief operating officer, was named president in February 2014, was appointed chief executive in January 2015, and became chair of the board in January 2016. Before joining ADM, Luciano had a successful 25-year tenure at The Dow Chemical Company, where he last served as executive vice president and president of the Performance division. Luciano serves as lead independent director of Eli Lilly and Company, and on the boards of Wilmar International, and nonprofit economic development organization Intersect Illinois. He serves on the Rush University Medical Center board of trustees, and is a member of the Economic Club of Chicago, and the Commercial Club of Chicago. Luciano holds an industrial engineering degree from the Buenos Aires Institute of Technology.
Antonio Lucio is the Principal and Founder of 5S Diversity, a firm dedicated to increasing the participation of women and people of color in senior marketing positions, and an Executive Fellow at the Yale School of Management. Previously, he was the Global Chief Marketing Officer of Facebook, Inc. from September 2018 to September 2020. Prior to that, Mr. Lucio was the Global Head of Marketing & Communications for HP Inc. from 2015 to 2020, and Global Chief Marketing & Communications Officer for Visa from 2007 to 2015. His 40 years of global marketing experience also includes marketing positions at PepsiCo, Kraft and Procter & Gamble. Mr. Lucio currently serves on the boards of Adweek and VidMob, and the advisory board of Edelman.
Lugo has served as a member of the Board of Directors of Ponce De Leon Federal Bank since 1999. He is currently serving on the Board of Directors of Ponce Bank, Ponce Bank Mutual Holding Company, and Ponce Financial Group, Inc. Lugo is an investor in real estate properties located in the New York area. He is also President of Nick Lugo Travel Corp., a company he founded in 1980. In addition, Lugo is also the owner and publisher of La Voz Hispana, New York’s largest Spanish weekly newspaper. He also founded in 2006 the New York City Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and serves as its Chairman and President. Lugo is a Director of the Southern Boulevard Business Improvement District.
Age: 56 New York
Nationality:
Luis served as the CEO and on the board of directors of Tapestry, Inc. from 2014 to 2019, where he led the company’s transformation into Tapestry Inc., a New York-based house of modern luxury brands including Coach, Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman. Luis joined Coach, Inc. in 2006 as president and CEO of Coach Japan. He rapidly assumed additional leadership responsibilities across Asia and Europe, becoming chief commercial officer of Coach, Inc. in 2013 and CEO in 2014. Prior to Coach, Inc., from 2002 to 2006, Luis was president and CEO of Baccarat, Inc., where he ran the North American operation of the French luxury brand. Luis joined the Moët-Hennessy Louis Vuitton Group in 1995, ultimately advancing to president and CEO of its subsidiary, Givenchy, Japan Incorporated, before leaving in 2002.
ANTONIO LUCIO
Virtuosi LEAP Boards
Archer Daniels Midland, Eli Lilly Boards
NICK LUGO
President & CEO, New York City Hispanic Chambers of Commerce
Ponce Bank Boards
VÍCTOR LUIS
Former Chief Executive, Tapestry Officer, Inc.
Age: 61
Rio de Janeiro, BR
Nationality:
ELIANE ALEIXO LUSTOSA DE ANDRADE
Independent Director
Bunge Boards
Age: 58
Los Angeles, CA
Nationality:
Aleixo Lustosa most recently served as Managing Director at the Brazilian Development Bank (“BNDES”), National Bank for Economic and Social Development, where she was responsible for capital markets and the execution of the Brazilian Privatization Program. Earlier in her career, she was the Chief Financial Officer of LLX Logística S.A. (currently Prumo Logística S.A.), Vice President of Finance and Control of Grupo Abril S.A., Executive Director of Globex Utilidades S.A. and Chief Investment Officer of the Petrobras’ Employee Pension Fund. Aleixo Lustosa has a Ph.D in Finance and Master’s of Arts and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Economics from Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where she later served as a professor of microeconomics and international relations.
Yolanda has over 25 years of entertainment distribution experience, including executive positions at Vivendi/Universal, DIRECTV and The Walt Disney Company. Macías has a proven track record of developing and building profitable and sustainable businesses such as the Spanish language DIRECTV subscription service and Vivendi Entertainment which was sold to Gaiam Inc.At Cineverse, as the Chief Content Officer, Yolanda Macías is responsible for acquiring global content rights for all distribution and streaming platforms and oversees marketing. She joined Cineverse in 2013 and has held leadership positions managing over 70,000 films and television series.
Age: 57
Mexico City, MX
Nationality:
ADRIANA E. MACOUZET-FLORES
Vice President, PPG LatinAmerica and GeneralManager, Protective andMarine Coatings,Latin America
Age: 63
Destin, FL
Nationality:
PPG Industries Inc., is a manufacturer and distributer of a broad range of paints, coatings and specialty materials, prior to which she served as its general manager, Latin America North and general manager, Automotive OEM Coatings from 2012 to 2017. She held several other positions of increasing responsibility at PPG Industries since she started with the company in 1989. Adriana has over 25 years of leadership experience in multinational settings. She earned an undergraduate degree in chemical engineering from Universidad La Salle, Mexico City; and has completed executive training courses in Finance Management at University of Michigan Ross School of Business; Corporate Strategy at The University of Chicago Booth School of Business; and Women on Boards at Harvard Business School.
Corporate Board Director
Madere is the President and Founder of Proven Leader Advisory, LLC, a management consulting and executive coaching firm. She previously served as Vice President of Global Vegetables and Asia Commercial at Monsanto Company. Madere is a director at Lindsay Corporation and S&W Seed Company. She holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Louisiana State University and an MBA from the University of Iowa. She is also a NACD Board Leadership Fellow and holds a CERT certificate in Cybersecurity Oversight from Carnegie Mellon University
Age: 55
Mexico City, MX
Nationality:
Madero is currently an independent business consultant based in Mexico City. He served as honorary advisor of the COFINECE (national council for the promotion of investment, employment and economic growth) at the Office of the Chief of Staff of the President of Mexico until his term ended in 2019. Prior to that, he served as CEO of Grupo Bepensa until 2019. From 2005 to 2015, he held various roles of growing responsibility with Monsanto Company, including VP of International Business Development from 2014 to 2015, President and Regional Lead EMEA from 2013 to 2014, President and Regional Lead Latin America North from 2009 to 2013, VP of Commercial Operations for Latin America South from 2007 to 2009, and President and Regional Lead of Australia and New Zealand, from 2006 to 2007. Newmont Corporation,is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead.
YOLANDA MACÍAS
Chief Content Officer, Cineverse
Skechers USA Boards
CONSUELO MADERE
Lindsay Corp, Nutrien Ltd Boards
JOSÉ MANUEL MADERO GARZA Founder & Managing Partner, Bizwp SC.
Newmont Corp, Constellation Brands, Diltex Brands, Vector Casa de Bolsa Boards
Madrazo is the founder and chairman of Kompali Farms, a large wine venture in Mexico renowned for its innovation by uniting technology and sustainability to deliver value to consumers while minimizing environmental impact. Prior to Kompali Farms, he served as a member of the executive leadership team and as executive vice president, public affairs and sustainability, for the Crop Science division of Bayer. Prior to joining Bayer, Madrazo held the role of Vice President, Commercial and Global Supply Chain, at Monsanto, which he first joined in 1999. Madrazo holds a legal degree from the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey in Mexico and received post-legal degrees from Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) and University of Arizona. He also holds an MBA from Cardiff Business School in the United Kingdom.
Mair has been a partner of Smart Force, a provider of digital business solutions, since 2019. Previously, she was involved in several technology start-ups, including Workforce Digital, a robotic process automation company, from 2018 to 2019, and Muktek, a provider of coding bootcamp programs, from 2017 to 2019. From 2012 to 2015, Mair was the Chief Executive Officer of Universidades Aliat, a network of universities in Mexico, having initially served as Chief Operating Officer in 2011. Before then, she was a partner of Medida y Compas S.C., a strategic consulting firm, and held various roles at HP, Compaq and Unisys. She has served on various public, private and nonprofit boards of directors in Mexico since 2001. Mair earned a B.A. from Dartmouth College and a Masters of Technology in Education from University of British Columbia.
Age: 61
London, UK
Nationality:
JAVIER MALDONADO
Vice
Chairman
of Santander Holdings USA Inc.
Age: 60 Miami, FL
Nationality:
Maldonado joined the Boards of Santander Holdings USA, Inc.; Santander Bank, N.A.; Santander Consumer USA Holdings Inc. and Santander Investment Securities, Inc. (SIS) in 2015. He is Global Head Strategic Projects and Group Real Estate Assets at Banco Santander, S.A. He has held numerous management positions at Santander, including Senior Executive Vice President, Global Head of Cost Control, Head of the General Directorate for Coordination and Control of Regulatory Projects in the Risks Division, Executive Committee Director, and Head of Internal Control and Corporate Development for Santander UK. He practiced corporate and international law for thirteen years and previously was an attorney with Baker & McKenzie and Corporate and International Law Department Head at J.Y. Hernández-Canut Law Firm. Maldonado received a law degree from UNED in Spain and a law degree from Northwestern University.
Manuel E. Machado is a seasoned executive with over two decades of experience in branding, reputation management, strategic marketing, and public relations. His expertise spans global corporate branding, national and local campaigns, and community outreach. Machado co-chaired C-Com Group, Inc.'s growth strategy from 2015, enhancing its portfolio with clients like Florida Power and Light, Toyota, and Neutrogena. Previously, as CEO of MGSCOMM, he led one of the fastest-growing agencies, recognized in industry rankings. Machado serves on prestigious boards including the Smithsonian Latino Center and Continental National Bank, reflecting his commitment to philanthropy and community advocacy.
Age: 55 Austin, TX
Nationality:
Mantas serves as an Independent Director and Chair of the Compensation and Management Development Committee in the Board of Biogen, a leading biotechnology company focused on neuroscience. He serves as a member of the Audit Committee as well. He is also the Global Managing Partner in IBM Consulting responsible for Business Transformation Services, leading the $10B unit transforming and operating mission critical businesses with digital technology and AI. In his prior role as Global Managing Partner of Strategy, Innovation and Corporate Development, he defined IBM Consulting market strategy, offerings, ecosystem, acquisition and thought leadership, and led its successful execution.
Santander Holdings USA Inc.
BARBARA MAIR Independent Director
Laureate Education Inc. Boards
MANUEL MANCHADO Co Chairman, C-Com Group, Inc.
Spanish Bradcasting System Boards
JESÚS B. MANTAS Global Managing Partner, IBM
Marconi served in a number of capacities at Hormel Foods for over 22 years from 2000 to 2022, most recently in the role of Group Vice President of the Grocery Products Division from September 2016 until June 2022, and prior to that as Vice President of Marketing, Grocery Products, from 2012 to 2016. Marconi began his career with The Quaker Oats Company in 1988, where he served for nearly ten years in several marketing positions for the company’s Andean Region. He served as board member of MegaMex Foods, LLC, the Hormel Joint Venture with Herdez Del Fuerte Mexico, from 2012 until 2021. He also served as board member of other Hormel related Joint Ventures, such as Carapelli LLC from 2007 until 2009, and Hormel Cinta Azul LLC from 2001 until 2005. Mr. Marconi also served on the boards for the non-for-profits Welcome Center, from 2019 to 2022, and the University of Wisconsin International Business Program.
Age: 57
Washington, DC
Nationality:
JULISSA MARENCO
Assistant Secretary for Communications and External Affairs, Smithsonian Institution
Age: 69
de Janeiro, BRA
PEDRO HENRIQUE MARIANI BITTENCOURT
Marenco served as the chief external affairs officer and senior advisor at the Federal Communications Commission where she directed outreach, education and external affairs in the Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau. She was responsible for establishing strategic partnerships and developing outreach efforts to consumers, stakeholders, and public and private partners. Before, she was the president of ZGS Communications Station Group where she oversaw the management and direction of 13 Telemundo television stations, three radio stations, multiple digital properties and more than 200 employees. Marenco earned her B.A. in communications from Rowan University and her master’s degree from Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government. In 2007, she was selected to serve as a White House Fellow.
Pedro joined Ball Corporation’s board of directors as advisory director in 2010 and moved into director in 2018. He is CEO and member of the board, Banco BocomBBM, a Brazilian financial institution. He joined BBM Group in 1981; was elected to the executive committee of Banco BBM in 1983; and appointed its chief executive officer in 1991. In addition to his director role with Ball, Mariani is a member of the board of directors at FEBRABAN (Brazilian Federation of Banks). He is a council member for Pró-Criança Cardíaca Project, a children´s hospital in Rio de Janeiro. He is past-president of ANBID (Brazilian Association of Investment Banks) and past member of the Brazilian Financial System Council. His areas of specialty include econometrics and operational research.
Lutz was named chief executive officer of Ultrapar Participações S.A., a Brazil-based conglomerate operating in the sectors of fuel distribution, specialty chemicals, liquid bulk storage and pharmacies, effective January 2022, and served as a member of Ultrapar’s board of directors from April to December 2021. Previously, Lutz was chief executive officer of Cosan Limited, from April 2015 to April 2020 and served as a director of Cosan from December 2009 to June 2020. Before Cosan, he held senior leadership roles at Companhia Siderurgica Nacional (CSN) SA, most recently serving as vice president of infrastructure and energy. Before, he was the chief operating officer for Ultracargo S.A., Ultra Group’s logistics subsidiary. Lutz has served as a director of Votorantim SA, since April 2021. Lutz previously served as a director at Monsanto Company from May 2014 to June 2018. Lutz joined Corteva’s Board in June 2019.
In conjunction with private equity firms, Marmol invest and advises early-stage technology companies through his own firm Marmol & Associates. Served on the boards of The Vitamin Shoppe and KERA, the North Texas public broadcasting affiliate. He served as a member of the executive committee that led the successful turnaround of EDS. While at EDS, he was responsible for planning, operations improvement and corporate development, he also led the acquisition of MphasiS a major Indian technology services provider. Prior to EDS, he served as CEO of Luminant, an Internet professional services company that he took public in 1998. He also was Chair of the Operating Committee of Perot Systems Corporation through a period of three-fold growth. Marmol was senior partner of McKinsey & Company for 18 years.
Corteva Inc. Boards
Age: 57
San Diego, CA
PATRICIA MÁRQUEZ
Nationality: PriceSmart Boards
Associate Provost of Academic Planning & Innovation and Dean of the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies, University of San Diego
Age: 56
North Canton, OH and Houston, TX
Nationality:
OCTAVIO MÁRQUEZ
President and Chief Executive Officer, Diebold Nixdorf
Age: 54
Tucson, AZ
Nationality:
LEA MARQUEZ PETERSON
Commissioner and Past Chairwoman, Arizona Corporation Commission and President of Marquez Peterson Group, LLC
Since 2014, Dean of the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies at the University of San Diego, and in 2020 she started her dual role as Associate Provost for Academic Planning and Innovation and Dean of the the same school. She joined the USD School of Business in 2007 teaching courses in “Business and Society,” “Global Social Entrepreneurship,” and “Business and Social Innovation.” Her research has focused on the intersection of business and social value creation, with an emphasis on poverty alleviation through market mechanisms. Before USD, Márquez was a professor and dean at IESA, a School of Business in Caracas, Venezuela from 2003 to 2005. She has a bachelor of arts from Bowdoin College, and received her master of arts and doctor of philosophy in socio-cultural anthropology from the University of California, Berkeley.
Marquez is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Diebold Nixdorf, a global $3.8 billion company that automates, digitizes, and transforms the way people bank and shop. He was also elected Chair of the Board of Directors in February 2023 and served in that capacity until September 2023, steering the company through its global $2.8 billion debt restructuring process. Octavio has more than 25 years of leadership experience in the technology and IT sectors, implementing broad-based corporate transformation plans, managing M&A activities, and setting a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability. Before joining Diebold Nixdorf, he served in various roles at other companies, including EMC and Hewlett Packard.
Lea Márquez Peterson is the first Latina to serve in a statewide public policy role in the history of Arizona. She is a small business owner and serves as an elected Commissioner on the Arizona Corporation Commission. She formerly owned a chain of gasoline stations and a business brokerage and served as President of the Tucson Hispanic Chamber for close to ten years. She has been recognized as the USHCC Hispanic Business Woman of the Year (2022) and as one of the Most Influential Women in Arizona (2021) among other awards. She resides in Tucson, AZ with her husband and children.
Stearns Bank N.A., Carondelet Health Network Boards
Age: 47
San Francisco, CA
Nationality:
Marte led the successful IPO of Chewy in 2019 and leads all finance, accounting and investor relations functions for the company. Prior to becoming CFO, he led financial planning and analysis and treasury in three successful private fundraisings and the sale of Chewy to BC Partners in 2017. He has almost two decades of experience in finance at American Airlines, Hilton Worldwide and Chewy. He has experience in growth and transformation, having established the financial planning, operations finance and treasury functions at Chewy Inc. He also worked closely with the leadership team to reengineer the company’s financial strategy and long-term growth plan in the first six months after joining. He has worked in Spain and the UK, while leading teams across Asia Pacific, Latin America, North America and Europe.
Age: 49
Houston, TX
Nationality:
Martinez is currently a Director at Par Pacific Holdings, Inc. and an Independent Director at NOV, Inc. She is also a member of the Young Presidents' Organization (Sydney). Previously, she served as a Non-Executive Director at Orocobre Ltd. from 2020 to 2021 and as a Director at the Instituto Argentino del Petroleo y del Gas. From 2009 to 2013, she was Vice President-Latin America at Axip Energy Services LP and served as Chief Energy Transition Officer at Enerflex Ltd. from 2014 to 2024. Ms. Martinez holds an MBA from Houston Baptist University and an undergraduate degree from Universidad Argentina de la Empresa.
Diebold Nixdorf Boards
MARIO J. MARTE Board Member
Best Buy Co., FIGS Boards
PATRICIA MARTINEZ Independent Director
Age: 64
Albuquerque, NM Nationality:
MARTINEZ
Martinez is an Independent Director at Yellow Corp. and a Director at The Daniels Fund and the Foundation for Excellence in Education. She previously served as the Governor of the State of New Mexico. Martinez earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at El Paso and her graduate degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Law. As the first Hispanic female governor in American history, she championed education reform and fiscal responsibility in New Mexico. Her career as a prosecutor focused on cases involving child abuse, homicide, and public corruption, reflecting her commitment to law enforcement and justice.
Age: 76
Miami, FL
Nationality:
MELQUIADES R. MARTÍNEZ
Chairman of the Southeast and Latin America,
JPMorgan Chase & Co
Mel joined JPMorgan Chase in 2010. Based in Florida, he represents the firm to clients throughout the Southeast—from individuals and businesses to large corporations, governments and nonprofit organizations. Mel was elected to the United States Senate in 2004 representing Florida and served on several committees including Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, Armed Services and Foreign Affairs. While serving in the Senate, Mel led efforts to reform Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and was a trusted voice on foreign policy issues throughout the Western Hemisphere. Before he served as the 12th Secretary of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). He's the first Cuban American to serve in a President’s cabinet, Mel also served as Mayor of Orange County (Orlando, Florida) and prior to his public service, he practiced law for 25 years.
MARÍA MARTÍNEZ
Age: 66 San Jose, CA Nationality:
Chief Operating Officer (COO), Cisco
BRETT MARTÍNEZ
Age: 58
Santa Rosa, CA
Nationality:
Maria is responsible for Cisco’s operations and transformation, as well as building high-value experiences for its customers, partners, and employees. She oversees Cisco’s Customer Experience, Security & Trust, Supply Chain, IT, and Services functions. A transformational leader and engineer at heart, Maria brings over 40 years of leadership experience from a variety of technology sectors. Maria previously served as President of Customer Success at Salesforce, where she was responsible for the onboarding, adoption, and growth of the global customer base. She has held executive roles at Microsoft, Motorola, and AT&T and was the CEO of IoT startup, Embrace Networks. Maria serves on the President’s National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee in the U.S. and the Board of Directors for McKesson, Cue Health, Computer History Museum, and the Silicon Valley Education Foundation.
CUNA, is a leading provider of insurance and financial services to credit unions, their members, and valued customers worldwide. He joined the board in 2021. He has been with Redwood Credit Union since 2002. As the President & CEO, Martinez oversees all aspects of the credit union, including its credit union service organization (CUSO), which operates an auto dealership and an insurance agency. Past Chairman of the Board for the Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce, Credit Union National Association (CUNA) and the Board of the California Credit Union League. Martinez holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from California State University San Bernardino. He is also a graduate of Western CUNA Management School class of 1994.
President & CEO, Redwood Credit Union
Age: 69
Santa Barbara, CA
Nationality:
Former
Angel joined Deckers Brands in April, 2005 as Chief Executive Officer and President. He was named Chairman of the Board in May, 2008. In 2008, Deckers Brands was honored by the footwear industry as “Company of the Year” by both Footwear News and Footwear Plus. The UGG brand has received multiple footwear industry awards in both “Design Excellence” and “Brand of The Year” categories. Deckers was named on Outside Magazine’s “Best Places to Work” in 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012 and 2013. Angel retired from Deckers Brands in 2016. He served on the Board of Directors of Tupperware (TUP) from 1998 until 2020. Angel currently serves on the Board of Korn Ferry, a global executive search and talent consultancy. In May of 2021, Angel joined the board of Genesco Inc., GCO, a Nashville-based specialty retailer and branded footwear company, that sells footwear and accessories in more than 1,455 retail stores.
SUSANA
Independent Board Director
Yellow Corp. Boards
McKesson, Cue Health Boards
TruStage Boards
ÁNGEL R. MARTÍNEZ
CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Deckers Brands (Retired)
Korn Ferry, Genesco Inc. Boards
Age: 52
New York, NY Nationality:
LUCINDA C. MARTÍNEZ
VP, Global Brand & Multicultural Marketing, Netflix
Age: 57
Eden Prairie, MN
Nationality:
RANDY J. MARTÍNEZ
Former President and CEO, MTS Systems Corp.
RAY MARTÍNEZ
Age: 50
New Alexandria, VA
Nationality:
President and Co-Founder, EverFi
Martinez recently joined Netflix as Vice-President, Global Brand & Multicultural Marketing. As the former Executive Vice President, Brand Marketing, Multicultural and International Marketing at WarnerMedia, she was responsible for developing a distinct, resonant, and inclusive brand narrative for media and digital powerhouses HBO and HBO Max. During her 20-year tenure at the company, she built a best-in-class multicultural marketing team that created meaningful, long-term connections with the brand's fans across the rapidly changing global marketplace. Martinez serves on the Board of Trustees of The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre. She also serves on the Advisory Board of The Hispanic Scholarship Fund. Martinez previously served on the New York Board of the American Heart Association. For her work with AHA, Ms. Martinez received a 2011 Time Warner Andrew Heiskell Community Service Award.
Prior to assuming the role of President and CEO at MTS in 2020 from his position as a Director of the company, Martinez held various leadership positions within the aviation, aerospace & defense industries. Hel continues to serve on the Board of Directors for the National Defense Transportation Association, First Class Air Holdings and ACORN Growth Companies. Martinez holds a BS degree from the US Air Force Academy. He served with distinction in the U.S. Air Force for 21 years, retiring as a Colonel and Command Pilot and having held a wide variety of leadership roles, including command and senior staff positions. He has an exceptional track record of leadership in billion-dollar public corporations in aviation, aerospace and defense.
EVERFI, is an international technology company driving social change on the most challenging issues affecting society through education. As a leader in digital learning, Martinez oversees the development of a variety of educational programs related to financial wellness, healthcare literacy, data science, mental health, and other critical skills. Martinez has also led large-scale strategic partnerships with global financial services companies to reach learners where they live, work, and engage. He has considerable regulatory experience and has worked closely with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and multiple states’ Attorneys General on financial literacy matters. A thought leader and frequent speaker and author on topics related to systemic inequality.
Age: 59 Chicago, IL
Nationality:
REBECCA MARTINEZ O’MARA Independent Board Director
Age: 69 Dallas, TX
Nationality:
SARA MARTÍNEZ TUCKER
Former CEO, National Math + Science Initiative
Martinez is an independent board director and C-suite executive with over 25 years of experience managing businesses up to $1 billion in revenue globally. She serves as an Independent Director for Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) and Enviri, Inc. (NYSE: NVRI), holding key committee roles in both. Formerly, she was President of Stanley Industrial Services at Stanley Black & Decker, where she launched a sustainable business unit leveraging AI. At Grundfos Holdings, she led a successful new business unit. Rebecca has held leadership roles at Sullair, LLC, Fiat Group, and Caterpillar, starting her career at AT&T. She is a champion for diversity and holds degrees from the University of Illinois and Northwestern University.
Former chairman of The University of Texas System Board of Regents. She was CEO of the National Math + Science Initiative. Prior to that, she served as the under secretary at the U.S. Department of Education. As under secretary, she oversaw all policies, programs and activities related to postsecondary education, vocational and adult education, and federal student aid. Before, Tucker worked for nine years as the CEO and president of the Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF). Where she raised $280 million for scholarships, growing annual scholarships from $3 million to over $25 million, and to launch community outreach programs to raise college expectations in Latino families and communities. Tucker spent 16 years at AT&T. A native of Laredo, Texas, she earned her bachelor's degree with honors in journalism at the UT Austin.
Kadant, Enviri Boards
Age: 61 Miami, FL
Nationality: MasTec, Inc., Bessemer Trust Boards
JORGE MAS Chairman of the Board, MasTec, Inc. and Managing Owner Inter Miami CF
Age: 52
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Jorge Mas is the Managing Owner of Inter Miami CF. He’s the President and co-owner of the Spanish soccer club, Real Zaragoza. Jorge proudly serves on the Board of the FIFA Foundation. Mas is Chairman of the Board of MasTec, a Miami based Fortune 500 network infrastructure contractor with revenues in excess of $11 billion and over 25,000 employees. Jorge Mas is the Chairman of the Board of the Cuban American National Foundation which since 1981 has promoted a free and democratic Cuba. He’s a Director of the Mas Family Scholarships, a scholarship fund that aids students of Cuban descent.
Jose Mas is Chief Executive Officer of MasTec, Inc., one of the largest and most diversified infrastructure services providers in North America. He also serves on the Board of the United States Hispanic Business Council and is co-owner of Inter Miami CF. Under his leadership, MasTec’s revenue has grown from $930 million in 2007 to over $12 billion in 2023. In 2018 for the first time in the company’s history, MasTec was named as a Fortune 500 company. Today, MasTec has more than 33,000 team members serving multiple industries throughout the U.S.
Age: 62
Pelham, NY
Nationality:
FÉLIX V. MATOS RODRÍGUEZ
Chancellor at City University of New York
Age: 48 San Antonio, TX
Nationality:
Prior to his appointment as Chancellor in 2019, Rodríguez was president of CUNY’s Queens College and of CUNY’s Eugenio María de Hostos Community College in the Bronx. He has served as a teacher, administrator, and former Cabinet secretary for the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. He sits on the governing board of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities and additionally serves on the boards of Phipps Houses, the United Way of New York City, the American Council on Education, the TIAA Hispanic Advisory Council, and the Research Alliance for New York City Schools. Matos Rodríguez holds a B.A. from Yale University and received a doctorate in history from Columbia University.
Medina Williams is an Independent Director at Papa John’s International (Nasdaq: PZZA), where she chairs the Compensation Committee and serves on the Nominating and Governance Committee. She also sits on the boards of NBA San Antonio Spurs Give, The Texas Tribune, and Teach for Uganda, and advises on the Nasdaq/Diligent Next Gen Board Leaders council. With a background including roles at the White House, AT&T Global Foundation, and Silver Eagle Distributors, Sonya is recognized for her leadership in CSR, diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. She founded the Latina Leadership Institute and speaks globally on women's leadership and corporate culture. She holds degrees from Texas A&M University and The Mailman School of Public Health at Columbia University.
Age: 68 Los Angeles, CA
Nationality:
Medrano has been an independent board director for more than 30 private companies and non-profit organizations. Previously global General Manager of HP Software, CEO of Polivec, President of Finjan, VP of Avnet, Executive of Sun Microsystems. Silicon Valley global executive with more than 20 years of experience with small and large companies. Extensive P&L and board experience helping businesses grow to more than $1 Billion revenue. He has been an executive with five public companies and in a board positions of 14 companies that have been acquired. Ranked the #12 Top CMO Worldwide in 2014 and Top Influential and Notable Hispanic Professionals
JOSE MAS
Chief Executive Officer, MasTec, Inc., and Co-Owner, Inter Miami CF
Helmerich & Payne Inc., MasTec, Inc. Boards
SONYA MEDINA WILLIAMS President and CEO, Reach Resilience
TKO Group Holdings, Delta Apparel, Papa Jones Pizza Boards
ROBERTO MEDRANO CEO, Beach View
Cyvatar, Lief Labs, Earth Labs Boards
YUSUF MEHDI
Age: 57
Redmond, WA
Nationality:
Executive Vice President, Consumer Chief Marketing Officer, Microsoft
U.S. Bancorp Boards
Age: 58
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Mehdi is an Independent Director at U.S. Bancorp and a Director at U.S. Bank NA (Canada) and U.S. Bank NA (Boston MA). With a background as a Product Manager at Reuters Group Plc, he holds an MBA from the University of Washington and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Princeton University. Currently, Mehdi serves as Executive Vice President and Consumer Chief Marketing Officer at Microsoft, overseeing strategic marketing initiatives globally.
Independent Board Director
From 2011 to 2020, Mejía served as a Senior Vice President at the Kellogg Company and President of Kellogg Latin America during the same period. She previously held a number of positions at Colgate-Palmolive in the U.S., Latin America, Asia and Europe between 1989 and 2011. These included Vice President and General Manager Global Personal Care and Fragrance Development and, prior to that, Vice President Marketing and Innovation, Europe and South Pacific. Mejía previously served as a non-executive director at IAG, a leading global Airline Group, from 2014 to 2020 where she was a member of the Audit and Compliance and Remuneration Committees.
Age: 57
Hartford, CT
Nationality:
Yvette is a former healthcare policy executive, with more than 30 years of experience leading large government agencies, educational institutions and non-profit organizations. She retired in 2017 as interim president of the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving. She is the former vice president, for government and community alliance for Hartford HealthCare, a regional, integrated healthcare network. Prior to that, she was chief of staff and chief administrative officer for the Connecticut State University System. Her experience also includes leadership roles at the State Department of Education, where she was the architect of Connecticut's entry into the charter school movement; as deputy commissioner of the Department of Public Health; and as chief of staff for the Department of Social Services.
Age: 65 Chicago, IL
Nationality:
Mendes is the chief financial officer and founding partner of Pierson Ferdinand LLP, a leading global law firm. Her career spans key executive roles including CEO of Matthew Pritzker Company LLC and COO at Gresham Partners, LLC, where she managed finance, technology, and operations. Mendes extensive experience also includes a long tenure as executive director and COO at Jenner & Block LLP. She holds a law degree from Harvard Law School, an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and is a certified public accountant. Mendes brings robust governance expertise, serving on the boards and audit committees of companies like Kronos Worldwide.
Age: 56 Switzerland
Nationality:
Méndez is a Chief Executive Officer at Quotient Ltd. Méndez was previously employed as a Chief Commercial Officer & Senior Vice President by Quest Diagnostics, Inc., a Senior Vice President-Global Commercial Operations by QIAGEN NV, an EVPNorth American Commercial Operations by bioMérieux SA, a Vice President-Marketing & Sales by Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc., a General Manager-Diagnostics Business by Abbott Laboratories, and a Vice President-Marketing & Sales by OraSure Technologies, Inc. He also served on the board at Village Care of New York, Inc., Jorge Posada Foundation and 908 Devices, Inc. He received his undergraduate degree from Boston University and an MBA from Kellogg School of Management.
YVETTE MELÉNDEZ President, YMR Consulting
The MITRE Corporation Boards
MARÍA FERNANDA MEJÍA
Pepco Group, Avery Dennison Boards
MEREDITH MENDES Chief Financial Officer, Founding Partner, Pierson Ferdinand LLP
Kronos Worldwide, Inc. Boards
MANUEL MENDEZ CEO, AliveDx
ANGEL L. MENDEZ
Age: 63
Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Nationality:
An accomplished transformational leader focused on Innovation, Operational Excellence and Enterprise Transformation, Angel is captivated with the intersection of software, Industry 4.0 technologies, and industrial use cases. Over the last 35 years he has held executive leadership positions with some of the world’s most notable technology companies. Most recently he served for four years as EVP and COO of HERE Technologies where he led HERE’s core business, global operations, product management, and corporate transformation. Prior to HERE, he served ten years in executive leadership roles at Cisco Systems responsible for the company’s enterprise transformation program as well as its global supply chain. Mendez began his career at GE, graduating from the Manufacturing Management Program and serving 11 years in increasingly responsible assignments. Following GE he served in senior executive roles at AlliedSignal, Citigroup, Gateway, and Palm.
Mendizabal is the Group President for Stanley Black & Decker Latin America, a prominent global provider of hand tools, power tools, and related products and services. She assumed this role in 2019, bringing extensive leadership experience across consumer goods and industrial technology sectors. Prior to joining Stanley Black & Decker, Mendizabal held significant positions at Nature’s Sunshine Products, where she served as Business Unit President and Global Chief Marketing & Innovations Officer from 2012 to 2019. Her career spans top Fortune 500 companies, including roles at Visa USA, Herbalife, Johnson & Johnson, Kodak, PepsiCo-Mexico, and Procter & Gamble.
Age: 57
Dallas, TX
Nationality:
President & Chief Executive Officer, Foundation Building Materials
Age: 50
Pine Crest, FL
Nationality:
Prior to founding the company in 2011, Mendoza served as the CEO of AMS, a leading distributor of wallboard, suspended ceiling systems, lath and plaster products, doors and other building products. Mendoza originally joined AMS in 1991 and assumed the CEO role in 2003 after several years as AMS’ Vice President and Sales Manager. AMS grew significantly under Mendoza’s leadership, particularly across the West Coast and Northern Mexico through Greenfields and strategic acquisitions. Mendoza attended California State University and has completed executive education at Harvard Business School (Strategy), Wharton School of Business (Management) and Northwestern (Marketing).
Mendoza is an independent Herbalife distributor with more than 30 years of experience helping people live healthy active lifestyles through personalized nutrition and coaching. Mendoza regularly tours the world, doing seminars, mentoring and training independent Herbalife distributors about the business, the products, and the importance of our distributor difference. He is an integral member of various strategy and planning groups for the Company. As a member of the Board of Directors, Mendoza has a first-hand understanding of the function and specific needs of the Company's independent distributors, the ultimate drivers of Herbalife's business, to the Board.
Age: 57
San Antonio, TX
Nationality:
CMI is a leading informatics company that specializes in providing health-related software, bioinformatics, biotechnology, scientific, and technical solutions to the public and private sectors, which she founded in 1990. Mendoza serves on the boards of several entities, including non-profits, and has been an active member of her community for more than 30 years. She currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Regents of the Texas A&M University System and as a member of the board of directors of HCSC, where she serves as the chair of the Audit and Compliance committee. Mendoza holds a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from Texas A&M University.
Executive Chairman, Levadata inc.
RUBÉN D. MENDOZA
Foundation Building Materials Boards
ADRIANA MENDIZABAL Group President Latin America & Americas Transformation, Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
Age: 59
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Calavo Growers, Inc. Boards
JUAN MIGUEL MENDOZA Independent Herbalife Distributor
Herbalife Boards
ELAINE MENDOZA Founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer, Conceptual MindWorks, Inc.
Rush Enterprises, Southwest Airlines Co Boards
Age: 57
Coral Gables, FL
Nationality:
PATRICIA MENÉNDEZ CAMBO
Director, PMC Capital Partners
Menendez Cambo formerly Managing Partner and Deputy General Counsel of SoftBank Group International and Board Member and General Counsel of the SoftBank Latin America Fund and SB Opportunity Fund. Patricia was also a member of the Board of Directors and the Investment Committee of SBLA, a registered investment advisor.Prior to joining SoftBank, Patricia was the Vice Chair of Greenberg Traurig and. A member of the Executive Committee. During her tenure at Greenberg Traurig she held numerous positions, including Chair of the Global Corporate Practice. She previously served as Subdirector General for Telefonica S.A. She was a member of the Board of Directors and General Counsel to several of Telefonica’s global new technology subsidiaries operating in over 15 jurisdictions.
Itaú Unibanco, Expedia Group Inc., City National Bank of Florida Boards
RON MENEZES
Age: 61
Salt Lake City, UT
Nationality:
Menezes serves as the President and CEO of Sientra, assuming the role in November 2020. With a robust background in healthcare leadership, he previously held the position of President and General Manager for Almirall U.S. – Dermatology, where he achieved substantial growth and profitability improvements. Menezes played a key role in the successful acquisition of Allergan’s dermatology assets and led the launch of a highly successful acne treatment molecule, surpassing revenue goals. Before joining Almirall, Menezes held pivotal roles at Allergan as Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Dermatology, driving double-digit annual growth through strategic marketing and expansion of product lines. He also contributed significantly to the commercial success of skincare products at SkinMedica.
Age: 46
Dallas, TX
Nationality:
He has served as SVP and CFO of Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. since 2018. From 2011, Mercado served in various roles at Forum Energy Technologies, Inc., including as SVP, Finance from until 2018; VP, Operations Finance from until 2017; VP, Corporate Strategy and Treasurer until 2015; VP, Corporate Development & Strategy until 2014; and VP, Corporate Development until 2013. From 2005 to 2011, Mercado was an investment banker in the Oil and Gas Group of Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC where he worked with oilfield services companies. Mercado was also an investment banker at other firms, primarily working with companies in the oil and gas industry. He holds a B.B.A. from the Cox School of Business, a B.A. in Economics from the Dedman College at Southern Methodist University, and an M.B.A. from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Age: 60
Paradise Valley, AZ
Nationality:
ALEX MERUELO JR.
President & CEO, Meruelo Group, LLC
Age: 61
New York, NY
Nationality:
JORGE S. MESQUITA
Former Chief Executive Officer, BlueTriton Brands, Inc.
Alex founded and oversees Meruelo Group LLC, which supports his still-growing family of companies across a variety of business sectors, including entertainment, gaming and hospitality, construction, real estate, banking, and food services. He became the Majority Owner, Chairman, and Governor of the Arizona Coyotes on July 29, 2019. Alex assembled and developed a residential and commercial real estate portfolio with holdings throughout Southern California. Those investments led Alex to expand into construction through Meruelo Enterprises, Inc., owner of six utility construction companies with deep roots in building major private and public construction projects throughout Southern California.
Mesquita served as Chief Executive Officer of BlueTriton Brands, a beverage company that offers regional spring water and national purified water brands, from July 2021 to March 2022. Prior to that, he was Executive Vice President and Worldwide Chairman, Consumer of Johnson & Johnson, a global healthcare products company, from December 2014 until February 2019. He has a strong track record of building and marketing global brands, developing consumer insight-driven innovation capabilities and leading strategic business turnarounds. His diverse experience included leading major global business units in the Home Care and Fabric Care categories and was recognized for the reinvention of major brands such as Tide, Swiffer, Febreze, Downy and others. He spent his first 15 years at P&G working in various capacities across Latin America including roles in Oral Care and Beauty.
PABLO G. MERCADO Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, Lithium Americas Corp.
Comfort Systems USA Inc.
Chief Executive Officer, Vera Biotechnologies Inc.
Sientra, Inc. Boards
Commercial Bank of California, Arizona Coyotes Boards
Humana Inc., Mondeléz International Boards
Age: 57 New York, NY Nationality:
SERGIO MESSIAS PEDREIRO
Age: 62 San Diego, CA
Nationality:
Founder/Principal, LinkedObjects, Inc.
Age: 66
FL Nationality:
Messias Pedreiro is an Independent Director at Eve Holding, Inc., President & Director at Estre USA, Inc., Chief Financial Officer & Director at Ascense Brands, Inc., and Partner at Nuorion Capital LLC. He also serves as an Independent Director at Algar SA Empreendimentos e Participações and GP-Act III Acquisition Corp. He sits on the Boards of Ashland, Inc., DKMS Americas, and several other companies. Previously, Pedreiro held key positions such as COO at Revlon, CFO at Coty, and CEO at Estre Ambiental. He holds an undergraduate degree from the Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica and an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business.
Messinger is an accomplished entrepreneur and executive with a strong track record in founding and leading innovative companies. She founded SUMMIT Design Technologies, Inc., Avaak, Inc. (now Arlo Technologies), MedSmart, Inc., and LinkedObjects, Inc. Currently serving as an Independent Director at several firms including One Stop Systems, Inc., Guild Mortgage Co. LLC, and Indyme Solutions LLC, Messinger brings extensive expertise in digital transformation and strategic advisory services. She holds an MBA from the Paul Merage School of Business at UC Irvine and a B.S. in Computer Engineering from UC San Diego.
Mickan is a financial transformational expert. He has extensive history as a senior financial executive leading company turnarounds, strategic transformations, mergers and acquisitions and integrations, internal restructuring and risk management. Strong international experience in Latin America, Caribbean, Europe and Asia. Diverse experience in human resources and compensation, business continuity planning, information technology and real estate. He is also former financial executive at Principal Financial Group, Aetna & Cigna.
Age: 57 Fort Lauderdale, FL
Nationality:
Cheryl’s more than 20 years of corporate finance experience in consumer-focused industries and experience in such key areas as acquisitions, cybersecurity, e-commerce and public company shareholder relations make her a valuable asset to the board. Most recently, Cheryl served as chief financial officer of West Marine. She previously served as executive strategic advisor for, and executive vice president and chief financial officer of, JM Family Enterprises. A native of Puerto Rico and resident of Florida, Cheryl holds a bachelor's degree in finance and business administration from James Madison University. Miller also serves on the board of directors and as chair of the audit committee of Celsius Holdings, a global lifestyle fitness drink company.
JOSE MINAYA
Chief Executive Officer,
Age: 52 Charlotte, NC
Nationality:
Nuveen
Minaya is Chief Executive Officer of Nuveen, a leading global asset management firm with more than $1 trillion under management. Jose is responsible for Nuveen’s vision, strategy and day-to-day operations. He and his leadership team set and execute key growth initiatives and oversee the firm’s investment teams, product strategy and management and client businesses. He chairs the Nuveen Executive Committee and is also a member of the TIAA Executive Committee. Jose is also the executive sponsor of the Inclusion and Diversity initiative for TIAA, working to build and promote a diverse and inclusive environment across the company. He joined TIAA as a fixed income portfolio manager in 2004 and has more than 29 years of investment experience at firms including AIG, Merrill Lynch and JP Morgan.
CARLOS MICKAN
GIOIA MESSINGER
Guild Holdings Co., One Stop Systems, Inc. , Indyme Solutions, LLC, CARI Health, Inc., Hunter Industries Boards
CHERYL S. MILLER Independent Director
Tyson Foods, Celsius Holdings, Old Dominion Freight Line Boards
Age: 70
San Francisco, CA Nationality:
LOUIS P. MIRAMONTES Independent Director
Age: 58
Miami, FL
Nationality:
GRACIELA IVONNE MONTEAGUDO
Miramontes is an experienced board member and accomplished business executive. A strong leader and provides frequent counsel and input to CEOs on operating and strategic matters. As a Qualified Financial Executive, he provides oversight of financial disclosures, internal controls and compliance. He is proactive with financial teams to help build strong and effective financial systems. Lou had a 38-year career at KPMG, where he served in many leadership roles, including managing partner of the San Francisco office and Senior Partner for KPMG’s Latin America region. As an audit partner, he provided audit services to public and private clients in the retail, financial services and real estate sectors. Lou received his B.S. degree in Business Administration from California State University, East Bay.
Experienced Independent Board Director at Fortune 1000 Public and Private Equity backed companies with experience in Nominating and Governance (Chair), Audit/Finance and Compensation committees. Strong background as an accomplished former CEO, General Manager, and Global Marketer with 30 years of experience, mainly focused on fast turning Consumer Goods, Food, Healthcare and Retail multinationals. Proven track record of successfully directing large, complex businesses in North America and Latin America to accelerated sales growth and P&L success. She has a diverse perspective regarding Domestic/International Markets, Innovation, Global/Digital Marketing, E-commerce, Hispanic Consumers, as well as a demonstrated capability in strategic planning, M&A, cultural transformation and has ESG certifications.
MICHAEL
Age: 68
Scottsdale, AZ
Nationality:
MONTELONGO
President & CEO, GRC Advisory Services, LLC
Montelongo is a governance and audit committee financial expert and NACD Board Leadership Fellow. He serves on corporate and nonprofit boards and is a Lecturer of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. Montelongo is also on the faculties of the NACD, Thayer Leadership, and the Latino Corporate Directors Association. He is a former Bush White House appointee who served as the 19th Assistant Secretary for Financial Management and Chief Financial Officer of the U.S. Air Force. A public policy expert, he is a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations.
Chief Digital and Technology Officer, General Mills
Age: 73
Coral Gables, FL
Nationality:
Jaime Montemayor leads General Mills digital transformation and strategy efforts, uniting IT, Digital, Data and Analytics and Cybersecurity teams with business partners to drive differentiated business outcomes, advance tech-enabled innovation, and improve speed to market. A native of Monterrey, Mexico, Montemayor joined General Mills with over 20 years of global experience in the technology space, having held leadership positions at Oracle, Booz Allen Hamilton, and PepsiCo.
Director
Montiel served as Deputy CEO and Vice Chairman of Deloitte LLP from 2011 through her retirement in May 2014. Prior to these positions, she held numerous senior management roles at Deloitte, including Managing Partner (Leadership Development and Succession, Deloitte University) from 2009 to 2011, and Regional Managing Partner from 2001 to 2009. During Montiel’s tenure at Deloitte, she was the Advisory Partner for many engagements in which Deloitte was the principal auditor.
Lithia Motors, Oportun Inc. Boards
MARITZA G. MONTIEL
Montoya serves as SVP & Chief Information Security Officer at Equinix, a role he has held since 2019. Previously, he served as SVP & Chief Information Security Officer at Digital Realty and in numerous leadership roles at Microsoft, including as Chief Cybersecurity Officer, Asia, where he led security initiatives, services and operations. Montoya also held leadership positions at Mandiant, FireEye and EMC Corporation. He currently serves as Independent Director for F5 (FFIV) and Sygnia. He earned a B.A. degree in Economics from the University of New Mexico and holds advisor roles for several early-stage security companies.
Age: 50
Houston, TX
Nationality:
The Law Office of Wendy Montoya Cloonan specializes in the areas of public finance and public law. Before founding her firm, she worked at the Houston Endowment, Inc. until 2019 where she served as Senior Program Officer in Education, Assistant General Counsel and Director of Legal. Before she served as an attorney at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, Schwartz, Page & Harding, L.L.P. and Vinson & Elkins LLP. She has served as a commissioner of the Port of Houston Authority since 2019 and on the board of directors of the Houston Downtown Management District since 2015.. She earned a B.A. from Yale University, a Master in Public Policy from the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, and a Doctor of Jurisprudence with Honors from The University of Texas School of Law.
Age: 58 Pittsburgh,PA Nationality:
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of PPG Industries, Inc.
Age: 50
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Morales is an accomplished business executive with more than 38 years of financial and strategy experience at a Fortune 250 U.S.-based public company. He is currently Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for PPG Industries. He joined PPG in 1985 and progressed through a variety of finance roles with increased responsibility including vice president roles in investor relations, treasury and company-wide business finance. In his current role, Mr. Morales is part of PPG’s Executive Committee which is responsible for establishing and executing the company’s strategy. He also serves as Chairman of the non-profit Board of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania.
Morales is Founder and CEO of Morales Capital, a single-family office with a particular focus on private equity opportunities in mission-oriented companies. He has over 25 years of private equity experience and was formerly the co-head of BAML Capital Partners, Bank of America Merrill Lynch’s private equity group. Mr. Morales was a member of the founding team that helped grow the platform into a leading global private equity firm with over $6 billion of assets under management, seven offices around the globe and more than 80 professionals. Mr. Morales has deep finance, governance and corporate strategy experience as a Board member of leading publicly traded companies with national and global footprints.
Age: 72 N/A
Nationality:
From 2016 to 2017, Moran served as Interim Chief Executive Officer of GNC. He served as Chairman of the Board of PetSmart, Inc. (“PetSmart”), from 2012 to 2013 and as CEO of PetSmart from 2009 to 2013. He joined PetSmart as President of North American Stores in 1999, and in 2001 he was appointed President and COO. From 1998 to 1999, he was President of Toys “R” Us (Canada) Ltd. Prior to 1991 and from 1993 to 1998, for a total of 20 years, Moran was employed by retailer Sears, Roebuck and Company in a variety of financial and merchandising positions, including as President and CEO of Sears de Mexico. He was also CFO and Executive Vice President of Galerias Preciados of Madrid, Spain, a leading department store, from 1991 to 1993.
MICHAEL MONTOYA
VINCENT J. MORALES
WENDY MONTOYA CLOONAN
Shareholder, The Law Office of Wendy Montoya Cloonan, PLLC
Has over 15 years of experience in the energy industry. Since 2020 he has served as the President of AES Clean Energy, a division of The AES Corporation, a global power company leader in renewables and new technologies. Moreno has worked for The AES Corporation since 2006 in a variety of positions, including SVP Corporate Strategy & Investments and Chief Commercial Officer from 2017 to 2020, CFO, Europe from 2015 to 2016, and other leadership roles related to strategy, finance, commercial, investments, mergers and acquisitions, and sustainability. He served as a director of AES Brasil Energia SA until 2022 and has served as an alternate director of AES Andes S.A. since 2018. He was as a Senior Auditor for Ernst & Young in Brazil from 2003 to 2005.
Moreno is the former President and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB), a position he held for 15 years. He transformed the IDB by increasing the its financial strength by optimizing the use of its capital, revamping private sector affiliations and innovation laboratory, standardizing gender and diversity objectives, adopting new technologies and innovation to increase the impact and efficiency of the Bank’s operations and, leading the organization through a an operational response in support of member countries during COVID-19 pandemic. Before IDB, he served as Colombia’s Ambassador to the U.S. from 1998 until 2005. He previously served as Colombia’s Minister of Economic Development and as strategic advisor to leading private sector organizations.
Age: 61
New York, NY
Nationality:
Morris is the retired executive vice president and head of the Global Employee Benefits business of MetLife, Inc. She served as executive vice president and head of the Global Employee Benefits business from 2011 and interim head of the U.S. Business from 2016 until July 2017, with responsibility for MetLife’s U.S. Business and Employee Benefits business in more than 40 countries. She served in multiple other leadership roles after joining MetLife in 1984, including as chief marketing officer from April 2014 to January 2015 and as head of Global Technology and Operations from 2008 until 2011 where she oversaw the successful integration of MetLife’s $16.4 billion acquisition of American Life Insurance Company. She is a member of the board of trustees of Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New York and chair of the board of directors of All Stars Project, Inc. Morris earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Franklin and Marshall College.
OSCAR MUNOZ
Age: 64 Jacksonville, FL
Nationality:
Retired Executive Chairman & CEO, United Airlines
Munoz is recognized as one of the world's foremost leaders in corporate turnaround strategy, successful operations management, employee engagement and a strong customer advocate. He was credited for leading United Airlines out of a period of acute crisis for the corporation, rapidly achieving industry-leading reliability, as well as sustained financial success, with stock value increasing 54% during his tenure. He previously served as CFO at AT&T Consumer Services. He’s also served as SVP of Finance and Administration for U.S. West, Regional Vice President of Finance and Administration for Coca-Cola Enterprises, and has held various finance positions at PepsiCo. As a first-generation college graduate from an immigrant family, he has dedicated himself to advancing the futures of others with similar backgrounds.
He is the COO of Hyundai Motor Company, a global manufacturer of automobiles based in Seoul, South Korea, where he oversees more than 120K employees and operations worldwide. In addition to the company’s overall results, including the nearly $88 billion in total 2020 revenues, José leads the company’s global operational strategies and their implementation, oversees the development and implementation of the company’s fuel cell vehicle and mobility services strategy, and serves as President and CEO of Hyundai Motor America, the company’s largest operating subsidiary. Prior to Hyundai, José served in leadership roles at Nissan (most recently as global Chief Performance Officer and head of the company’s China region), Toyota and Daewoo.
MARIA R. MORRIS Independent Director
Wells Fargo, S&P Global Boards
JOSÉ MUÑOZ
GEORGE MUÑOZ
President, Muñoz Group
Age: 71 Washington, DC Nationality:
Muñoz has over 17 years of experience in public company corporate governance serving on the Board and as chair of Board Audit Committees, Compensation Committees and Corporate ESG & Nom and Gov Committees. Extensive experience in working with different levels of government and regulatory bodies. Muñoz was appointed and served as an Assistant Secretary and CFO of the U.S. Treasury Department during the first term of the Clinton Administration. In that capacity, he oversaw management and financial matters for the Treasury Department and its Bureaus. He was appointed and served as the President and CEO of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation, an independent federal agency during the second term of the Clinton Administration.
Altria Group, Laureate Education Boards
ELSA A. MURANO
Age: 64
College Station, TX
Nationality:
Professor, President Emerita, and Director of the Norman E. Borlaug Institute for International Agriculture at Texas A&M University
RAMÓN MURGUÍA
Age: 65
Kansas, KS
Nationality:
Director/Board Member at WK KELLOGG CO
Boards
Age: 63
Miami, FL
Nationality:
A graduate of Florida International University, Dr. Murano received an M.S. and Ph.D. in Food Science from Virginia Tech, where she is Outstanding Alumna. She served as professor at Iowa State and at Texas A&M University. Murano was Undersecretary for Food Safety at USDA, then Dean & Vice Chancellor and first woman, first Hispanic president of Texas A&M. She directs the Borlaug Institute for International Agriculture, has received the "American By Choice" Award, named to the Carnegie’s "Great Immigrants, Great Americans", and is featured in the book "Cuban American Women Making History".
Murguia has held various director and trustee positions in organizations such as Union Station Kansas City, Inc., Wildflowers Institute, Wyandotte Health Foundation, WK Kellogg Co., W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Kansas University Endowment Association, and The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. He is currently serving as the Chairman of Union Station Kansas City, Inc. and as a Director at Wildflowers Institute, Wyandotte Health Foundation, WK Kellogg Co., W.K
With nearly 23,000 talented people in this global organization, he ensures the success of every customer’s cloud journey by developing SAP’s best capabilities and services. Before leading Cloud Success Services, Claudio was head of SAP EMEA South, a region comprising Southern Europe, the Middle East and Africa. In his former role he was responsible for SAP's Go-to-Market strategy and overseeing the execution for all SAP’s Lines of Business across the company’s most diverse region. Prior to that he was head of SAP Latin America Caribbean region and maintained his connection with Latin America as he held an advisory role for many years as Chairman for SAP Latin America and Caribbean, providing support to customers in the region even after taking on a broader global role.
Age: 38
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Nahmad serves as President and Director of Watsco, leading the company's transformation into a technology-enabled business. He joined Watsco in 2005, initially serving as Director of Global Business Development and later as Vice President of Strategy & Innovation until 2016. A.J. Nahmad holds a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania and an M.B.A. from New York University’s Leonard N. Stern School of Business. He is recognized for fostering a culture of innovation at Watsco, spearheading the development of advanced technology platforms to enhance customer experience and modernize business processes. AARON
Kellogg
Hormel Foods, Blue Bell Creameries Boards
CLAUDIO MURUZÁBAL
President, Cloud Success Services, and Chief Business Officer, SAP
J. (AJ) NAHMAD
President, Watsco, Inc.
Age: 71
Naím is a distinguished fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, an internationally syndicated columnist, and the host and producer of Efecto Naím; a weekly television program on international affairs that airs throughout the Americas. The program earned an Emmy Award in 2018. Naím was Venezuela’s Minister of Development, director of its Central Bank and an Executive Director at the World Bank. From 1996 to 2010, he was the editor-in-chief of Foreign Policy magazine. Naím is the author of many scholarly articles and over 14 books on international affairs, economics and politics; including “Illicit” and “The End of Power” which was selected by the Washington Post and the Financial Times as one of the best books of the year. He recently published his first novel, “Dos Espías en Caracas”.Naím holds a Ph.D from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a Doctor Honoris Causa in International Affairs from American University.
Age: 55
United States (así dice su Linked In)
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CLAUDIA NAPAL DRAYTON
Independent Director
Drayton is the Chief Financial Officer of Quantum-Si, a leading life sciences company specializing in protein sequencing and genomics for healthcare. She brings extensive financial leadership experience to her role, having started her career at Arthur Andersen before holding various senior finance positions at Medtronic over 15 years. At Medtronic, she served as CFO for both the Peripheral Vascular and Integrated Health Solutions business units. Drayton later assumed CFO roles at Nuwellis and currently at Quantum-Si, focusing on biotech innovations. Recently appointed to the Board of Directors at 3D Systems, Drayton's expertise spans financial controls, SEC reporting, and international operations within the healthcare sector.
Age: 73 Bronx, NY
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Naudon has been integral to the banking sector, serving as President and Chief Executive Officer of Ponce Bank and Ponce Financial Group, Inc. His journey began with Ponce De Leon Federal Bank in 2015, where he later assumed the role of President and Chief Operating Officer. Prior to this, Naudon's career spanned consultancy and compliance counsel roles within the banking industry. He also founded Banking Spectrum, Inc., formerly a bank consulting firm. Naudon's extensive legal background includes partnership at Allister & Naudon and counsel at Cullen & Dykman. His leadership extends beyond banking into healthcare and community organizations, where he holds significant board positions, including past Chairman of the Brooklyn Hospital Center Board. Naudon remains actively engaged in professional associations and regulatory councils, advocating for banking issues and minority institutions' interests nationwide.
Age: 68 Naples, FL
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RICHARD "RICK" A. NAVARRE
Independent Director/Chairman of the Board, Civeo North America
Civeo Corp. Arch Resources Boards
JULIO
NEMETH Independent Director
Age: 63 Naples, FL
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Navarre has been a director of Civeo since June 2014 and currently serves as Chairman of the board of directors of Civeo. He served as President and CEO of Covia Corporation from May 2019 until May 2021. From 2012 to 2019, he served as an independent strategic business advisor to leading investment firms and the energy industry. He is currently an independent director, chairman of the conflicts committee, member of the audit and personnel and compensation committees for Natural Resource Partners LP (NYSE:NRP); and independent director, chairman of the personnel and compensation committee and member of the audit and the ESG and Nominating committees for Arch Resources (NYSE:ARCH). He is a member of the Board of Advisors and the Hall of Fame of the College of Business and Analytics at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Navarre is a Certified Public Accountant and received his BS in Accounting from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
Nemeth served as the Chief Product Supply Officer at the Procter & Gamble Company, a consumer goods company, from May 2019 to May 2023. In this role, Nemeth led Procter & Gamble’s global product supply organization, which includes over 100 manufacturing plants and roughly 200 distribution centers around the world. Prior to this role, Nemeth held numerous senior roles with Procter & Gamble since 1990, including President, Global Business Services from January 2015 to April 2019 and Senior Vice President, Product Supply, Global Operations from July 2013 to December 2014. Nemeth has served on the board of directors of The Boston Beer Company, Inc. since January 2020
CARLOS NAUDON
President & CEO at Ponce Financial Group and Ponce Bank
Ponce Bank Boards
ANTONIO F. NERI
Age: 57
Houston, TX
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President & CEO, Hewlett Packard Enterprise
During his more than 25 years at the Hewlett-Packard Company (HP) and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Antonio has held numerous leadership positions. Most recently, he served as EVP and General Manager of HPE’s Enterprise Group, which included the company’s Server, Networking, Storage and Technology Services business units. Prior to HPE’s separation from HP, he ran HP’s Server and Networking business, where he was responsible for bringing new innovations to market and the execution of the go-to-market strategy. Before that, Antonio led HP’s Technology Services business, which provided technology support and consulting services for HP’s products and solutions. Antonio spent the earlier part of his career in various engineering and leadership roles in HP’s Printing and Personal Systems business units.
Nieto served as President of the Consumer Foods Group for ConAgra Foods Inc. from 2007 until he retired in 2009. He joined ConAgra in 2005 and held various leadership positions, including President of the Meats Group and Refrigerated Foods Group. Prior to joining ConAgra, he was President and CEO of the Federated Group, a leading private label supplier to the retail grocery and foodservice industries, from 2002 to 2005. From 2000 to 2002, he served as President of the National Refrigerated Products Group of Dean Foods Company. Prior to joining Dean Foods, Nieto held positions in brand management and strategic planning with Mission Foods, Kraft Foods and the Quaker Oats Company. Nieto Advisory LLC, a consulting firm and is affiliated with Akoya Capital Partners.
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Age: 59
Wilmington, DE
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Guillermo Novo joined Ashland’s Board of Directors in May 2019 and became Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Ashland Inc. in December 2019. Previously he was President and Chief Executive Officer, Versum Materials and a member of its Board of Directors. Novo also served as Executive Vice President, Materials Technologies of Air Products. Prior to Air Products, he was employed by Dow Chemical Company, most recently as group vice president, Dow Coating Materials. Novo began his career in 1986 with Rohm and Haas Company. He has lived in South America, the U.S. and Asia.He holds an industrial engineering degree from the University of Central Florida and an MBA from the University of Michigan. Novo also serves on the advisory board for the College of Engineering & Computer Science at the University of Central Florida.
Age: 56 Miami, FL
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Arturo Nuñez is a season executive, consultant, investor, and entrepreneur with over 35 years of across various industries including Hospitality, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), Entertainment, and Beauty. Currently serving as CEO of AIE CREATIVE, Arturo specializes in providing immersive experiences tailored for brands seeking unique connections with diverse customer bases. In addition to his role at AIE CREATIVE, Arturo holds prominent positions as a Board Member of ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. and THE ESTEE LAUDER COMPANIES. He has also served on the Board of THE NBA PLAYERS ASSOCIATION and serves on the advisory boards for the Montreux Jazz Festival Miami, Opcion Yo, and La Wawa.
Age: 66
ID
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She has a 30-year career at NASA as a senior government executive, astronaut and engineer. During the time Ochoa served as Director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center, the International Space Station transitioned to an R&D focus, and the Orion exploration spacecraft completed a successful first test flight. As the first Latina astronaut, she applied her technology and operations experience during four space shuttle missions, logging nearly 1000 hours in space. Prior to her astronaut career, she was a research engineer and holds three patents for optical systems. She earned a Ph.D. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford, and a B.S. in Physics from San Diego State University. Ochoa is honored to have seven schools named after her and eight honorary doctorates.
Olivera is the retired president and CEO of Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc. and one of the largest investor-owned electric utilities in the US. Olivera managed a multibillion dollar capital investment program that included expanded nuclear capacity, a new highly efficient natural gas, combined cycle plant and three new solar energy centers. After retiring from FPL, Olivera served for three years a senior advisor and general partner at Britton Hill Partners, a privately-held investment and advisory firm. He has also served on the boards of AGL Resources and Nicor Corporation.
Steven Ortega has been recognized as a transformational executive with over 20 years in senior executive roles leading private equity portfolio companies with global private equity partners. He brings extensive experience in executive leadership roles, serving as Chairman, CEO, President, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Financial Officer throughout his career and delivers indepth understanding of omni-retail operations, logistics, and supply chain. Most recently as Chairman of the Board at Leslie’s Inc. (retired March 2024), Steven led the transition of the board as a new public company.
Age: 49
Austin, TX
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MONICA ORTEGA HOLCOMB
Age: 46
Cambridge, MA
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Cohen Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Age: 58
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX Nationality:
Private investor and philanthropist. Founding director of the Scripps Family Impact Fund since 2018. Charter member of the charitable advisory board to the Adam R. Scripps Foundation. Director of Miramar Services, Inc., since 2019, and chair of its Vision Statement Committee. B.A from Schreiner College.
She has made pioneering advancements in the areas of biotechnology, biomaterials, and nanotechnology. The author of more than 200 scholarly publications, has supervised research projects across multiple academic disciplines, received 30 national and international honors, including the Presidential Early Career Award in Science and Engineering awarded to her by President George Bush, and served as the Dean for Graduate Education at MIT until 2016. Founder of an innovative, nonprofit, post-secondary educational institution, Station1. She also serves as a director of Mueller Water Products.
Ostolaza is a highly regarded business litigator and Managing Partner of Sidley's Dallas office, also serving as Global Co-head of the firm's Litigation practice. She is known for her expertise in handling complex disputes in U.S. state and federal courts, as well as in arbitration venues. Yvette's practice spans a wide range of areas including commercial litigation, securities law, corporate investigations, and crisis management. Admitted to practice in Texas and New York, Yvette has extensive experience managing multi-jurisdictional disputes, class actions, and corporate investigations for global clients. She is fluent in Spanish and has a strong background in counseling clients based in Latin America.
E.W. Scripps Company Boards
STEVEN ORTEGA Retired, serving on Boards
BJ's Wholesale Club, James Avery Jewelry Boards
CHRISTINE ORTÍZ
Morris
Enovis Corp, Mueller Water Products Boards
YVETTE OSTOLAZA
Age: 74 Washington, DC Nationality:
Former Undersecretary of State, U.S Department of State
57
Lafayette, CA
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In 2009, Otero was appointed by President Obama as Undersecretary of State for Democracy and Global Affairs. In 2012, Secretary Clinton named Maria Otero as Undersecretary for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights. She became the highest-ranking Hispanic official at the State Department and the first Latina undersecretary in its history. She was appointed by President Clinton to chair the board of the Inter-American Foundation and by President Bush to serve as vice-chair on the board of the US Institute of Peace. In 2006, she was appointed by Secretary General Kofi Annan to the U.N. Advisors Group on Inclusive Financial Sectors. From 2000 to 2009 Otero served as President and CEO of Accion International representing Accion on the board of several microfinance banks.
30 years of global consumer products industry experience, mainly in marketing, growth and strategy, ecommerce, and general management. She has led complex, multicultural and multifunctional organizations spanning more than 25 countries. Her experience covers a wide range of categories including Home Care, Pets, Beauty, and Personal Care. She has extensive senior experience in marketing disciplines such as brand building, consumer insights, innovation, analytics, digital, and consumer engagement. Recently retired from The Clorox Company following a twenty-year career. Prior to Clorox, she worked for twelve years at Procter & Gamble in Latin America.
Age: 55
McLean, VA
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President and Chief Executive Officer, Choice Hotels International
Age: 67
Los Angeles, CA
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MARGARITA PALÁU-HERNÁNDEZ
Founder & CEO, Hernandez Ventures
Age: 78
Miami, FL
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President & CEO, SMC Resources
Pacious is the President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director of the Company. He assumed the role of President and CEO in September 2017, following positions as President and COO from May 2016 to September 2017, and as Chief Operating Officer from January 2014 to May 2016. Previously, Pacious held roles including Executive Vice President of Global Strategy & Operations, Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Information Technology, and Senior Vice President of Corporate Development and Strategy. His career began at Bearingpoint Inc. and Arthur Andersen Business Consulting LLP, where he served as Senior Manager until joining the Company.
Paláu-Hernández is CEO of Hernández Ventures and serves on the Boards of Xerox Holdings Corporation, Conduent Incorporated and AIR Communities. She previously served on the Boards of Occidental Petroleum, Herbalife Nutrition, Ltd., and ALJ Regional Holdings, Inc. She served as a Representative of the United States of America to the Seventy-third Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations with the personal rank of Ambassador. Paláu-Hernández serves as Vice Chair of the National Museum of the American Latino at the Smithsonian, Chair of the Smithsonian National Latino Board, Chair of the Yale School of Management Council of Global Advisors, and Board member of the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center Board of Advisors and UCLA Law Women L.E.A.D. She is currently a Trustee Emeritus of UCLA School of Law Board of Advisors and the University of San Diego Board of Trustees.
SMC Resources is a consulting practice that advises senior executives on business and marketing strategy. From 2001 to 2007, Palomares was Senior Vice President at Capital One Financial Corp., and he was Chief Operating Officer of Capital One Federal Savings Bank banking unit from 2004 to 2007. Prior to joining Capital One, he held a number of senior positions with Citigroup Inc. and its affiliates, including Chief Operating Officer of Citibank Latin America Consumer Bank from 1998 to 2001, CFO of Citibank North America Consumer Bank from 1997 to 1998, Chairman and CEO of Citibank Italia from 1990 to 1992, and President and CEO of Citibank FSB Florida from 1992 to 1997. Palomares earned a B.S. degree in Quantitative Analysis from New York University.
MARÍA OTERO
Herbalife Boards
PATRICK PACIOUS
Valvoline Boards
ELENA B. OTERO
Senior Marketing Advisor, Thrive
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Helen of Troy Ltd. Boards
IFF, Conduent, AIR Communities Boards
CARLOS PALOMARES
Age: 63
Dallas, TX
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JAVIER PALOMÁREZ
President & CEO, United States Hispanic Business Council
MasTec, Inc. Boards
Age: 53
Chicago, IL
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ALBERTO PARACCHINI
President & CEO, Byline Bank
Javier Palomarez is the President & CEO of the United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC). In his role, Palomarez has led the USHBC through media appearances, strong partnerships with the country’s largest corporations and the promotion of the organization as a leading advocacy group for American small business and the Hispanic community in general. He has also served as a member of the Board of Directors at MasTec (NYSE: MTZ) since December of 2015.Palomarez is a leading voice in the areas of multi-cultural consumerism, marketing, small business, entrepreneurship, and the Hispanic electorate.Most recently, he was inducted into the Prestigious 2022 Marquis Who's Who Biographical Registry and described as a 'Disruptor' in the business world by Medium Magazine in 2023.
Paracchini has served as President and Director of Byline Bancorp, Inc. and President, CEO and Director of its banking subsidiary Byline Bank since June 2013. Prior to Byline, he was a Principal at BXM Holdings, Inc., an investment fund specializing in community bank investments. Prior to BXM Holdings, Inc., Paracchini served as EVP of Midwest Bank & Trust and spent 16 years at Popular, Inc. where he held numerous leadership positions in its banking and mortgage subsidiaries. Paracchini serves on the Board of Directors of Junior Achievement Chicago and Scale Link, a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). He is also a member of the Cook County Council of Economic Advisors and the Economic Club of Chicago.
MIGUEL PATRICIO
Age: 58
Chicago, IL
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Non-Executive Chairman of the Board, Kraft Heinz
Age: 59 Seattle, WA
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Patricio brings to the Board deep consumer goods industry and leadership experience as well as his unique perspective as our Chief Executive Officer. Before joining Kraft Heinz, Patricio was previously with Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV, where he served as Chief of Special Global Projects – Marketing from January 2019 to June 2019, as Chief Marketing Officer from 2012 to December 2018, and in various zone president and marketing leadership roles from 2005 to 2012. He was Chief Marketing Officer of Companhia de Bebidas das Americas S.A. from 1999 to 2004. Patricio previously served as Vice President, Marketing at Philip Morris International Inc., from 1997 to 1999, as Global Marketing Director for The Coca-Cola Company, from 1996 to 1997, and as Global Marketing Director at Johnson & Johnson, a pharmaceutical and medical device company, from 1989 to 1995.
Fmr CISO, DocuSign
Pegueros is a seasoned Certified Board Director with a strong background in technology, cybersecurity, compliance, privacy, and strategic management. She currently serves as an Independent Director at LivePerson, Inc., and holds director roles at Boeing Employees Credit Union, Forterra, Prisidio, Inc., and others. Pegueros has held prominent executive positions including Senior Vice President-Information Security at U.S. Bancorp, Chief Information Security Officer at Expedia Group, Inc., and other leadership roles at AT&T, AmeriServ Financial, DocuSign, and OneLogin. She is an alumna of the University of California, Berkeley, The University of Colorado, and Stanford Graduate School of Business, where she earned her MBA.
Age: 59 San Francisco, CA
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Pereira is currently an Independent Director at Pacific Premier Bancorp, Inc., a Director at Pacific Premier Bank, a Director at Pave Finance, and a Member of the Latino Corporate Directors Association. Previously, he held positions as a Director at Charles Schwab Worldwide Funds Plc and Charles Schwab Asset Management (Ireland) Ltd. He also served as a Director at Rotaplast International, Inc. and as the Chief Financial & Operating Officer at Charles Schwab Investment Management, Inc. Additionally, he was the Head-Financial Reporting at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Mr. Pereira obtained his undergraduate degree from The State University of New York in 1986.
The Kraft Heinz Company Boards
Kemper, Byline Bancorp, Scale Link Boards
VANESSA PEGUEROS
LivePerson Inc., Boeing Employee Credit Union - Cooperative, Prisidio, Vouched.ID Boards
GEORGE PEREIRA Independent Director
JAMES PEREZ
49
Perez, a stalwart in the New York/New Jersey business arena, boasts over three decades of expertise in retail, real estate, and investment sectors. His recent appointment to the boards of Ponce Financial Group, Inc. and Ponce Bank in March 2022 underscores his significant banking acumen and community-oriented approach. Perez's longstanding relationship with Ponce Bank, spanning more than 32 years, highlights his deep-rooted commitment to advancing the institution's minority-focused mission. His strategic leadership and business insights are poised to bolster the organization's objectives, ensuring alignment with its commitment to serving diverse communities effectively.
Age: 66
Nashville, TN Nationality:
With over 30 years of global leadership in the energy industry, Perez is a seasoned corporate board member and advisor. He currently chairs the board at Menper Group, a growing Hispanic healthcare products business, and is the founder of RG Perez & Associates LLC, a consultancy supporting emerging energy sector leaders. Certified by NACD Directorship and an executive member of the Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA), Ricardo specializes in risk management, compliance, and diversity in board governance. He has led initiatives in critical infrastructure, capital projects, security, compliance, and operational optimization, with expertise in nuclear operations, AI, M&A, and workforce development, aiming to drive energy innovation and empower future leaders.
Age: 43
Atlanta, GA
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Perez is currently the Global Vice President and General Manager of Women’s at Jordan Brand, a division of Nike, Inc. She serves on the boards of Hims, Inc. and Hims & Hers Health, Inc., bringing extensive experience in scaling consumer businesses and driving global growth. Perez has held various leadership roles at Nike over two decades, including VP/GM for Jordan Kids and Senior Brand Director for Global Football and Tennis. She co-founded the Women of Nike employee group and chaired the governance committee for the Women’s Sport Foundation. Perez holds an undergraduate degree from Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey and an MBA from Dartmouth’s Tuck School of Business, recognized with the Julia Stell Award for Outstanding Leadership.
PEREZ Executive
Age: 43
United States (así dice su Linked In)
Perez is currently the Treasurer & Executive Vice President at American Express Co. She has over 14 years of experience within American Express' Finance organization, where she now serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Global Commercial Services (GCS) segment. Perez manages the segment's financial operations globally, guiding long-term growth strategies, investments, and partnerships. She holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from Harvard Business School. Perez also serves as a Director at Amex Bank of Canada, Inc., and as an Independent Director at DoubleVerify Holdings, Inc. Her expertise in finance and strategic leadership enhances DoubleVerify's Board as the company expands globally in digital media measurement and analytics.
Age: 54 Atlanta, GA
Beatriz "Bea" Perez is Executive Vice President and Global Chief Communications, Sustainability and Strategic Partnerships Officer for The Coca-Cola Company. Perez oversees a diverse portfolio and manages networked teams that lead and support the company's business objectives. Perez leads global external and internal communications, including digital media strategy for company-owned channels; global brand public relations; financial communications; and leadership communications. Perez also leads the strategic direction and business performance for the company's retail, licensing and attractions portfolio of assets.
ANDREA PEREZ
RICARDO (RIC) PEREZ
BEATRIZ "BEA" PÉREZ
JUAN R. PÉREZ
Age: 55
Atlanta, GA
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Chief Information Officer, Salesforce
Perez is responsible for all technology and engineering functions. He was appointed to his current role in 2017 after having served as CIO since 2016. Previously, Perez was VP of Technology. Through different rotations in that role. His career has included assignments in Operations, Industrial Engineering, Process Management, and Technology in Corporate, U.S., and International business units. He currently manages a budget of over $6 billion between Engineering and IT. His Engineering responsibilities include Industrial, Buildings and Systems, and Automotive Engineering. Juan holds a BS in Industrial and Systems Engineering and an MS in Computer and Manufacturing Engineering, from the University of Southern California.
Age: 68 Greater McAllen
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Sonia Pérez leads and executes the strategic direction of AT&T’s corporate initiatives in Louisiana & Kentucky. Named state president of AT&T Louisiana in 2010, Sonia has led on strategy, governance & social responsibility issues for the company. Her teams focus on how technology & infrastructure solves economic challenges faced by urban & rural communities. Sonia is an Independent Director for Hancock Whitney Corporation & Sanderson Farms, Inc. She serves on the executive committees of The University of Texas Foundation, the Louisiana Board of Regents, and The National WWII Museum. She has also chaired various boards – the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry; the state’s business roundtable, the Committee of 100; & the Board of Trustees of Xavier University of Louisiana. She currently serves on Gov, John Bel Edwards’ Resilient Louisiana Commission.
SANTIAGO PÉREZ
CEO, The Hiller Companies
Age: 59
Miami, FL
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Santiago Perez is the Chief Executive Officer of The Hiller Companies. He also serves as an independent Director on the Board of Itron Inc. Before joining the company, Santiago served as CEO at Keter Environmental Services. Prior to this, he served as Chief Commercial Digital Officer & Senior Vice President U.S. Services & Solutions at Schneider. He also held several leadership roles at Johnson Controls, including Vice President & General Manager Europe, Middle East, Africa, Latin America, where he led the company’s sales, distribution, contracting and service operations, as well as Vice President Global Business Lines & Operations, leading the company’s global supply chain, product management, development and engineering. Prior to this Santiago held a variety of positions in Thermo Fisher Scientific, United Technologies, and The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company.
LAREE E. PÉREZ
Age: 68
Southfield, MI
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Investment Consultant, DeRoy & Devereaux
Age: 67 Hollywood, FL
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Investor, Advisor, Board Member
Perez is an investment consultant with DeRoy & Devereaux, an independent investment adviser, where she has provided client consulting services since 2015. She was previously Owner and Managing Partner of The Medallion Company, a consulting firm, from 2003 to 2015. From 1996 until 2002, she was VP of Loomis, Sayles & Company. Perez was co-founder of Medallion Investment Company, Inc. and served as President and CEO from 1991 until it was acquired by Loomis Sayles in 1996. Perez was previously a Director of GenOn Energy, Inc., a large power producer in the United States, where she was Chair of its Audit Committee and a member of its Risk and Finance Oversight Committee. Perez earned a Bachelor's degree from Baylor University in Finance and Economics.
Manuel joined Pool Corp in 1999 as President & Chief Operating Officer and became Chief Executive Officer and Director in 2001. CEO through December 2018, and remain as Pool’s Vice Chairman. In 2023 Pool generated sales of $5.5 billion and ranks in the top 1% of all U.S. publicly traded companies in total shareholder return over the past 30 years. He began career with SeaLand Services (then a subsidiary of RJ Reynolds Industries), progressing to IBM, Fresh Del Monte Produce (then a subsidiary of RJR Nabisco and later an independent entity), Watsco (“WSO”), before joining Pool in February 1999. MBA from St. John’s University and BS in Business Administration from Florida International University (FIU). CPA and CMA.
SONIA PÉREZ Independent Director
Hancock Whitney Corporation Boards
Martin Marietta Materials Boards
MANUEL J. PÉREZ DE LA MESA
RAMIRO G. PERÚ
Age: 68
Peru’s positions included technology experience as SVP at Phelps Dodge with responsibility for managing both information systems and technology and human resources. He served on the former WellPoint Health Networks, Inc. board of directors until its merger in 2004. During 2007, he was EVP and CFO of Swift Corporation (transportation) and prior to that was EVP and CFO of Phelps Dodge Corporation (mining and manufacturing)until 2007. He joined Phelps Dodge in 1979 and held various finance and accounting positions. Peru has served as a director of SM Energy Company (oil and gas exploration and production company) since 2014, UNS Energy Corporation (electric and gas utility holding company), a subsidiary of Fortis Inc. (utility holding company), since 2007 and Bluemedia, Inc. (large format printer) since 2018.
Age: 56
Kunumi AI is a leading artificial intelligence start-up in Brazil. She has been an independent board member and member of the audit committee of News Corporation, NY, since 2013. Pessoa was CFO of the Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games from 2015 to 2017. She served as Founder and Managing Director of Brunswick São Paulo from 2012 to 2015. She founded and was Chair of Neemu Internet, which was sold in 2015 to Linx SA.. She was CFO of infoglobo Comunicações from 2001-2011, and before that held several executive positions in the Globo Organizations since 1993. Ana Paula worked for the World Bank in DC and The United Nations Devenlopment Programme in New York and Benin, West Africa.
Age: 65 Rye, NY Nationality:
ANN MARIE PETACH Independent Director
Petach has been a Director of JLL since May, 2015 and Chairman of the Audit Committee since May, 2016. From 2007 until 2014, she was a senior leader at BlackRock, Inc., the world’s largest investment management firm managing over $4.6 trillion of assets on behalf of governments, companies, foundations, and millions of individuals globally. Most recently, she was the co-head of US Client Solutions and prior to that she was the Chief Financial Officer of BlackRock. Prior to joining BlackRock in 2007, she was Vice President, Treasurer at Ford Motor Company, where she worked for the firm in the US, Europe and South America over a period of 23 years. She is currently a member of the board of directors of certain of BlackRock’s affiliated companies and she is a trustee, secretary and treasurer of the Financial Accounting Foundation. Petach earned a BA degree in business and Spanish from Muhlenberg College in 1982 and a MSIA degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1984.
Age: 56 Juno Beach, FL
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Pimentel, Jr. has been the president and CEO of Florida Power & Light Company, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc. and an electric utility serving 5.8 million customer accounts, since February 2023. He previously served as president and chief executive officer of NextEra Energy Resources, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc., and leading provider of sustainable energy generation, from October 2011 to March 2019. He also served as executive vice president, finance and chief financial officer of NextEra Energy, Inc. from May 2008 to October 2011 and was a member of the board of NextEra Energy Partners, L.P. from June 2014 to March 2019 (while also serving as president of NextEra Energy Partners during that time). Prior to joining NextEra Energy, Pimentel was a partner at Deloitte & Touche and an accounting fellow with the Office of the Chief Accountant of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Pimentel earned a BS degree in accounting from Florida State University.
Age: 60 San Francisco, CA
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Pinczuk is a seasoned executive and board member with a distinguished career in technology and corporate leadership. Currently serving as a Director at Delphi Automotive LLP and Aptiv Plc, and an Independent Director at SentinelOne, Inc., she brings extensive experience in managing multi-billion dollar business units and driving transformative growth strategies. Pinczuk's career highlights include senior roles such as Chief Development Officer at Anaplan, where she played a pivotal role in scaling their SaaS business planning platform. She has also held leadership positions at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Veritas Technologies, and Symantec Corporation, focusing on technology services, product development, and data management solutions.
Jones Lang LaSalle Boards
ANA PAULA PESSOA
Director & Partner, Kunumi AI
ARMANDO PIMENTEL JR. CEO, Florida Power & Light Company
GEORGE PITA
Age: 62 Miami, FL
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George Pita is an experienced independent corporate director and audit committee chair. George brings international industry experience, ranging across infrastructure development services, as well as consumer products. He has served as CFO, ranging from private equity portfolio to large public companies. George has experience in capital market transactions, M&A, SEC reporting, strategic planning, corporate governance, investor and rating agency relations. George maintains dual citizenships in the U.S.A and Spain and is fluent in Spanish. He is an active member of the NACD and the LCDA.
Age: 58
Rosemead, CA
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Pedro is President and CEO of Edison International, the parent company of Southern California Edison, one of the nation’s largest electric utilities, and Trio, an international sustainability and energy advisory business. He previously served as president of SCE and Edison Mission Energy. Prior to SCE, he was a senior engagement manager with McKinsey & Company. Pedro served as chair of the Edison Electric Institute from June 2023 to June 2024. He earned a Ph.D. in chemistry from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and a bachelor's degree in chemistry from Harvard University.
JULIO PORTALATIN
Age: 63
New York, NY
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Former president and chief executive officer, Mercer
Age: 56
Pasadena, CA
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Portalatin served as President and CEO of Mercer, a business of Marsh & McLennan that delivers advice and technology-driven solutions to help organizations meet the health, wealth and career needs of their workforces in more than 140 countries. Before joining Mercer in 2012, he spent 20 years at AIG, where he held many senior positions. He actively supports several nonprofit organizations and currently sits on the Board of Covenant House International, which works with homeless youth. Portalatin received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management and honorary doctorate from Hofstra University and is a member of its Board of Trustees.
Poulter has been a member of the Board of Directors of Dine Brands Global, Inc. since September 2021. She is the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer for Royal Caribbean Group, overseeing global IT operations for multiple brands, including Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea Cruises. Before joining Royal Caribbean in 2018, Poulter was the Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. She also held various leadership roles at General Electric, including Vice President and Chief Information Officer for GE Capital. Poulter holds a B.S.E. in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Connecticut and an M.B.A. from the University of New Haven.
Age: 69 Dallas, TX
Nationality:
Jose Luis is with Wind Point Partners and since 2016 he has been acquiring and developing Hispanic food companies. Until 2019 he was Chairman and CEO of Evans Foods Group. Prado is also Former President of Quaker Oats North America, a $2.7 Billion division of PepsiCo. Before Quaker he was President from 2002 to 2010 of Gamesa Quaker, HQ in Mexico with more than 15K associates and revenues of +1.5 Billion. The first Mexican to lead a major PepsiCo business in NA, Prado retired from PepsiCo in 2014 after a distinguished career of 30 years, 6 countries and two continents including Leadership and General Management responsibilities in Mexico, Spain, Caribbean, Andean and South Cone in Latin America.
PEDRO J. PIZARRO President & Chief Executive Officer,
Edison International, Southern California Edison, 3M
MARTHA POULTER
CIO, Royal Caribbean Group
Dine Brands Global Inc. Boards
JOSÉ LUIS PRADO Chairman and CEO, Evans Palmex
Tropicale Foods, Evans Palmex Food Group Boards
Age: 66
Provencio has 30 years of financial consulting experience. She was with Arthur Andersen for 23 years and was the Partner-inCharge of its Pacific Southwest Healthcare Practice from 1996 to 2002. She joined KPMG in May 2002 and was the Partner-inCharge of its Pacific Southwest Healthcare Practice until she resigned her partnership in September 2003 and formed Provencio Advisory Services. She was responsible for the audit, business consulting, and tax practices at Andersen and KPMG. Since 1983 Norma has worked exclusively with healthcare organizations including serving the business advisory needs of hospitals, longterm care facilities, home health agencies, physician groups, and managed care organizations. Norma received her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Loyola Marymount University.
GRACE PUMA
Age: 61
Ashburn, VA
Nationality:
Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer,
Age: 53
Charlotte, NC
Nationality:
Puma is Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer of PepsiCo, where she leads the global operations, global procurement, employee health & safety, global security and holistic cost management. Working across a complex operating environment that is evolving at a rapid pace, Grace is valued for her ability to find innovative solutions and build strong business relationships to meet the needs of customers and consumers. Prior to joining PepsiCo, Grace was Chief Procurement Officer at United Airlines and held a variety of senior leadership positions in global procurement at Kraft Foods Recognized as a top female leader and Hispanic role model, she is well-known for her ability to inspire and develop talent. Grace holds a B.A. in Business Administration and Economics from Illinois Benedictine University.
Pupkin is a global C-suite executive and active Board Director specializing in B2B markets, packaging, automation, services, and specialty chemicals. With a career spanning over 20 years across North America, Europe, and Latin America, Sergio has driven profitable growth and transformative results in both publicly and privately held companies. He is renowned for his visionary leadership and ability to build high-performance teams, focusing on corporate strategy, global marketing, innovation, M&A, sustainability, eCommerce, and digital initiatives. As a Board Director, Sergio emphasizes governance, serving on committees such as Nominating and Governance, Audit, and chairing the ESG Committee to promote responsible and sustainable practices.
Sterilex, UniFirst Corp. Boards
Age: 45
Chicago, IL
Nationality:
ELIZABETH QUADROS BETTEN
Managing Director and Co-Head of Healthcare Team,
CARLOS QUEZADA
Age: 53
Houston, TX
Nationality:
Vice Chairman and CEO, Carriage Services, Inc
Quadros Betten is a Director of the Company and Managing Director of Madison Dearborn Partners’ Health Care team. She joined MDP in 2004, re-joining after completing her MBA at Stanford in 2008. Previously, she was an Investment Banking Analyst at J.P. Morgan. Ms. Betten focuses on healthcare investments and serves on the Board of Solis Mammography. She has also served on the Boards of Ikaria, Inc., and was involved with Sirona Dental Systems Inc. She holds an A.B. from Brown University. Her expertise in financial transactions and healthcare investments make her a valuable board member.
As a passionate strategist, Carlos thrives on challenges and craft innovative solutions to complex problems. He has multidisciplinary mindset, and expertise including creating shareholder value through capital allocation, revenue growth, financial analytics, strategic review processes, and activism. Carlos has the ability to transform organizations in corporate governance, finance, cybersecurity, business development, operations, and technology. He fuels growth organically and inorganically. He can cultivate efficient systems that reward contributors for sustainable success. Carlos is passionate about people, high-performance cultures, and mentoring exceptional talent.
NORMA A. PROVENCIO President, Provencio Advisory Services, Inc.
Beazer Homes USA Boards
SERGIO PUPKIN Independent Director
PepsiCo
Madison Dearborn Partners, LLC
Age: 64
Houston, TX
Nationality:
JULIO M. QUINTANA Director, Basic Energy Services
Quintana served as the President and CEO of Tesco Corporation, from 2005 until his retirement in 2015, and served on Tesco’s Board of Directors from 2004 to 2015. Prior to his appointment as President and Chief Executive Officer, Quintana served as Executive Vice President and CEO at Tesco beginning in 2004. Prior to his tenure at Tesco, he worked for five years in various executive roles for Schlumberger Corporation. Prior to Schlumberger, he worked for nearly 20 years for Unocal Corporation, an integrated E&P company, in various operational and managerial roles.
Age: 57
Atlanta, GA
Nationality:
MARIE QUINTERO-JOHNSON Independent Director
Age: 63
Austin, TX
Nationality:
KAREN H. QUINTOS Retired Chief Customer Officer, Dell Technologies Inc.
Age: 51 N/A
Nationality:
ALEJANDRO QUIROZ
CEO Latin America, Prysmian Group
JUAN RAJLIN
VP & Treasurer, Google
Age: 57 Palo Alto, CA
Nationality:
Quintero-Johnson is a Senior Advisor for Rothschild & Co. She retired in April 2023 as Vice President and Global Head of Corporate Development for The Coca-Cola Company, where she spent 31 years leading over $50 billion in transactions across 100 countries. Before Coca-Cola, she worked as an Audit Associate at Coopers & Lybrand. She serves on the boards of Tattooed Chef, United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), and Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School. Quintero-Johnson holds an MBA from the University of Virginia and a B.S. in Accounting and International Business from Georgetown University. She is a Certified Public Accountant.
Quintos served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer (CCO) of Dell Technologies Inc., a global technology leader, from 2016 to 2020. Ms. Quintos was responsible for Dell’s customer experience, ESG (including Diversity), and customer data strategy and programs. Previously at Dell, Quintos served as Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer from 2010 to 2016 and Vice President of Public Sector Marketing and North America Commercial from 2008 to 2010. She also held executive roles in services, support, and supply chain management. Quintos earned a master’s degree in marketing and international business from New York University, and a Bachelor of Science in supply chain management from Pennsylvania State University.
Alejandro Quiroz Centeno serves as CEO Latin America for Prysmian Group, a global leader in the energy and telecommunications cable systems industry. Prior to joining Prysmian Group, Quiroz served as President, Aptiv Latin America, leading a $5.5 billion automotive technology business with 75,000 employees and 40 locations in Mexico, Central and South America. His previous experience includes leadership roles in various countries at automotive suppliers Tenneco Inc in EMEA, Edscha Aktiengesellschaft in USA and Continental Aktiengesellschaft in Asia, as well as home appliance manufacturer Whirlpool Corporation. Quiroz holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Universidad de las Americas-Puebla.
Born in Argentina, has served as the Treasurer of Alphabet Inc. a multinational technology company, and its subsidiary Google since 2018. In his role he oversees over $100 billion of investments, corporate finance policy and financial risk management. He is also a key executive overseeing Google's sustainability strategy and diversity, equity and inclusion work. Prior to Alphabet, Rajlin served as Corporate Treasurer and Chief Risk Officer from until 2017 and as CFO, Products and Services from until 2018, in each case at Mastercard, and held various roles with increasing levels of responsibility with General Motors Company before joining Mastercard. Rajlin holds a BS, Economics from Universidad Torcuato Di Tella in Argentina and an MBA from Columbia University.
Cummins Boards
Tattooed Chef, Inc., AARP Boards
IDEX Corporation Boards
Age: 57 Miami, FL
Nationality:
Ramirez currently serves as Executive Vice President and President, Global Tools and Storage for Stanley Black & Decker. Over his 30-year career with the company, he has held various roles of global responsibility, including Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the company's Tools & Storage business, President for the Exponential Learning Unit (STANLEY X), and Senior Vice President and President of Global Emerging Markets. He earned a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering from the Universidad Javeriana in Bogota, Colombia, and an MBA from Loyola Universityin Maryland.
Age: 52
Plano, TX
Nationality:
Enrique Ramirez serves as President & CFO of Buff City Soap, a retailer of handmade, plant-based soap and other bath, body, and home care products with over 250 locations nationwide. From 2019 until March 2022, he served as General Manager of Pizza Hut Latin America & Iberia, a division of Yum Brands, a global restaurant operator. From 2014 to 2020, he served as Global Chief Financial Officer of Pizza Hut, having served as Pizza Hut U.S. CFO from 2010 to 2013. Originally from Mexico City, he holds a BA in Economics from ITAM and an MBA from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
DAVID A. RAMÓN
Age: 67 Alpharetta, GA
Nationality:
He has more than 30 years of broad management, operations, and investment experience with both established and emerging companies. Until 2018, Ramon served as Chairman and CEO of Diversified Maintenance, a specialized cleaning and maintenance services corporation. He co-founded Vaduz Partners in 1998, a private investment firm for which he continues to serve as a Managing Partner. From 2000 through 2007, he was also President, CEO, and director of USA.NET, Inc. Until 1998, he was President of the Coleman Outdoor Recreation Group. From 1994 to 1997, he held various senior management positions including President and CEO of New World Television, Inc. and director of New World Communications Group, Inc. Ramon served as the Executive Vice President and CFO of Gillett Holdings, Inc.
Age: 57
Raleigh-Durham, NC
Nationality:
Ramoneda previously served as CIO and Vice President of Information Technology and Telecommunications at Progress Energy. With more than 35 years of technology experience, Ramoneda has led the continued development of innovative, robust, and secure information technology environments, giving her an in-depth understanding of the challenges and opportunities within ScanSource's technologies, as well as the perspective for many of the Company's customers and supplier partners.
Age: 55 Miami, FL
Nationality:
Mauricio Ramos joined Millicom in April 2015 as Chief Executive Officer. He was appointed to Millicom’s Board as a Non-Executive Director in June 2020 and he was appointed Chairman of the Board in September 2023. He currently serves as Chair and CEO of the Company. He is a member of the Board of Directors of Charter Communications since 2016 and a member of its Compensation and Governance Committees. He also serves as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Meridian International Center; as a Commissioner to the UN Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development; and is a member of the INCAE Business School Presidential Advisory Council.
JAIME RAMÍREZ
Manging Partner, Vaduz Partners LLC.
Generac Holdings Inc. Boards
ENRIQUE RAMÍREZ MENA
President & CFO, Buff City Soap
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, Jack in the Box, Inc.
DOROTHY "DEDE" F. RAMONEDA
CIO Governing Body Member, Evanta. Executive VP & Chief Information Officer, First Citizens Bank
MAURICIO RAMOS
Chair and CEO, Millicom
DENISE RAMOS
Age: 66
White Plains, NY Nationality:
Retired Chief Executive Officer & President, ITT Inc.
Philips 66, Raytheon Technologies Boards
DARREN
Age: 58
West Des Moines, IA
Nationality:
M. REBELEZ
Chairman, President & CEO of Casey’s General Stores, Inc.
Age: 67
Glendale, CA
Nationality:
Retired Chief Financial Officer, Public Storage
Age: 48
New York, NY
Nationality:
Managing
Director, Head
of ESG and Sustainability, Palladium Equity Partners, LLC
VICENTE REYNAL
Age: 49
Davidson, NC
Nationality:
Ramos is a member of the board of directors for Phillips 66. She is the chair of the public policy and sustainability committee and serves on the audit and finance, nominating and governance, and executive committees. She also previously served as senior vice president and chief financial officer of ITT. Ramos served as chief financial officer for Furniture Brands International. Ramos served as senior vice president and corporate treasurer at Yum! Brands, Inc. and chief financial officer for the U.S. division of KFC Corporation. Ramos began her career in 1979 at Atlantic Richfield Company (ARCO), where she spent more than 20 years serving in a number of finance positions including corporate general auditor and assistant treasurer. Ramos also serves on the boards of directors of Bank of America Corporation and Raytheon Technologies
Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, Ingersoll Rand
Darren Rebelez is the Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Casey’s (NASDAQ: CASY), a FORTUNE 500 company operating over 2,600 convenience stores throughout the Midwest and South. As CEO of the third largest convenience retailer and fifth largest pizza chain in the United States, Rebelez offers a wealth of experience from his career as a senior executive in the convenience, restaurant and fuel industries.
Edward John Reyes was the CFO and Senior Vice President of Public Storage, Public Storage since 1996. He also served as a Vice President of Public Storage Canadian Properties. He joined Public Storage Inc. in 1990. John served as Controller of Public Storage Inc., from 1992 to 1996. From 1983 to 1990, he was employed by Ernst & Young. Reyes is a Certified Public Accountant.
Reyes joined Palladium in 2021 and serves as a Managing Director, Co-Head of Sustainability. He serves on the Board of Directors of Palladium portfolio company Paragon. He has more than 20 years’ experience in private equity, M&A, and energy commodities trading. Most recently, he was at the International Finance Corporation serving as a Principal in the African, Latin American Fund (ALAC), where he held a number of board positions, as well as the Head of the Direct Equity Tracker Fund. Reyes held several senior positions at BP plc in London, with his last role being Director of the M&A Group. He began his career as an Evaluation Analyst at the Operations Evaluation Division at the World Bank Group. He holds a B.A. in Economics from the Universidad de Barcelona, a Masters in International Public Policy from George Mason University, and an M.B.A from the Yale School of Management.
Prior to Ingersoll Rand, Vicente served as CEO of Gardner Denver. In this role, he was responsible for driving growth and profitability leading to the IPO of Gardner Denver in May 2017 and subsequently in 2020 acquiring the Ingersoll Rand Industrial Segment. Vicente has led a tremendous value creation increasing the enterprise value by more than 8x over the past seven years. Before joining Gardner Denver, Vicente spent 11 years at Danaher. Prior to joining Danaher, Vicente served in various operational and executive roles at Thermo Fisher Scientific and AlliedSignal Corp. (which became Honeywell in 1999). Vicente also serves on the board of Ownership Works, a non-profit organization.Vicente holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology and a MS in Mechanical Engineering and a MS in Technology and Policy; both from Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
JOHN REYES
Public Storage Boards
Casey’s General Stores, Inc., Genuine Parts Company Boards
Reynal is the President and CEO of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts since 2022. With over two decades of experience in managing large companies in hospitality, tourism, and telecommunications sectors, Alejandro brings a strategic vision and a strong commitment to corporate values to his leadership. His career spans significant roles in the United States, Europe, and Latin America. Prior to his current position, he served as President and CEO of Apple Leisure Group, which was later acquired by Hyatt Hotels Corporation. From 2011 to 2019, he was the CEO of Atento, a customer relationship management and business process outsourcing company previously owned by Telefónica. Alejandro holds a bachelor's and master's degree in Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
Age: 64
Sao Paulo, BRA
Nationality:
CEO of Santander Brasil since January 2016. He served as Chairman of Banco Santander Brasil from 2015 until 2016. From 2012 to 2015, He was CEO of Marfrig Global Foods, one of the world’s largest meat companies with operations in Brazil and 15 other countries. Prior to Marfrig in 2012, Rial served in various leadership capacities with Cargill, Inc., a Minneapolis-based global provider of food, agriculture, financial and industrial products and services. At Cargill, Rial served as CFO from 2009 to 2011 and EVP from 2011 to 2012. He was also a member of Cargill’s board of directors from 2010 to 2012. From 2002 to 2004, was a senior managing director and co-head of the Investment Banking Division at Bear Stearns & Co. in New York after serving at ABN AMRO Bank for 18 years.
ROSIE RÍOS
Age: 59
San Francisco, CA
Nationality:
She was the 43rd Treasurer of the United States from 2009 to 2016. In that capacity she had direct oversight over the U.S. Mint and the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, and served as a key liaison with the Federal Reserve. In addition, she was a senior adviser to the Secretary of the Treasury in the areas of community development and public engagement. She is the CEO of Red River Associates, an investment management firm, and is a graduate of Harvard University where she is the first Latina to have a portrait commissioned in her honor. Prior to the Treasury, she was managing director of investments for MacFarlane Partners. Before that, Rios served in several California private and public sector positions focused on economic development and urban redevelopment.
Age: 61
Billerica, MA
Nationality:
Rivas is a LatinX, senior biotechnology executive, experienced public corporate board director, and Columbia University trained physician. At S&P 100 and international companies like Lilly, Abbvie and Merck & Co, she has enhanced the value proposition and market success of multiple products throughout their lifecycles. Rivas has extensive experience in global operations, digital transformation, and crisis and risk management in highly regulated industries. Rivas has started-up and transformed high-performing global teams of up to 2000 professionals in over 90 countries. Rivas serves on the board of Cooper Companies, a public large cap medical device company. She served as a board director at Medidata, a public mid-cap health technology company until its successful M&A to Dassault Systemes.
Age: 60
New York, NY
Nationality:
Former CEO of SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. He previously served as CEO and President of the Vacation Ownership segment of ILG, Inc. from 2016 to 2018. He is also the former President of The Americas for Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., a position he held from 2012 to 2016, and CEO and President of Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., formerly a wholly-owned subsidiary of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., a position he held from 2007 to 2016. Rivera served in a variety of capacities with Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. since 1998.
President and CEO of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Chief Executive Officer, Red River Associates
American Family Insurance Group, Ripple Labs Inc.
SERGIO RIAL
Chief Executive Officer, Banco Santander Brasil
MARIA RIVAS Chief Medical Affairs Officer and Head of Evidence Generation, Pfizer
Cooper Companies Boards
SERGIO D. RIVERA Independent Director
SANDRA RIVERA
Age: 60
Santa Clara, CA Nationality:
Chief Executive Officer, Altera
Equinix Boards
ALFREDO RIVERA
Independent Director
She leads Intel’s development of leadership data center products for a cloud-based world, including Intel® Xeon® and field programmable gate array products. She also drives the company’s overall artificial intelligence strategy and product roadmap. Before, she led Intel’s Human Resources organization and was responsible for driving greater business results through a culture which embraces diversity and inclusion. Previously, Rivera led Intel’s fast-growing networking business and was the executive sponsor for the company’s 5G strategy and product roadmap. Rivera joined Intel in 2000 as a marketing director after the acquisition of Dialogic Corporation. Before joining Intel, Rivera co-founded and served as president of The CTI Authority, and served as president of the computer telephony division at Catalyst Telecom.
Age: 62
Atlanta, GA
Nationality:
His role helps lead the company's transformation to emerge stronger as a total beverage company, enabled by a globally-networked organization. He has been a veteran of the global Coca-Cola system for 35 years and joined The Coca-Cola Co. in 1997. Prior to his current role he was President, Latin America from 2016-2020, President, Latin Center Business Unit from 20132016, VP of Operations Mexico from 2006-2012 and prior to 2006 held other global positions with Coca-Cola. Rivera has executive level experience in accounting and finance, consumer (retail), international, marketing, strategic planning, sustainability/ ESG, and technology. Bachelor's degree and MBA from the University of Southern Mississippi; and the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School.
EFRAÍN RIVERA
Age: 67
Rochester, NY
Nationality:
Senior Advisor to the CEO, Paychex, Inc.
Age: 64
Dallas, TX
Nationality:
JOSEPH (JOE) V. RODRIGUEZ
Efrain Rivera is the senior advisor to the CEO of Paychex. He joined the company in 2011 as senior vice president, CFO, and treasurer until his retirement in October of 2023. Rivera was formerly corporate VP and CFO at Bausch & Lomb, a global eye health company. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Jones Lange LaSalle, Inc. and Franklin Covey Company. Rivera holds a Doctor of Management degree from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University, an MBA from the Simon Business School at the University of Rochester, and a Juris Doctor degree from NYU.
Rodriguez, as a global Chief Investment Officer and Founding Partner, he leverages over 32 years of expertise in capital markets, finance, and portfolio management. His career highlights include scaling Invesco Real Estate to $90 billion in assets under management (AUM) with double-digit annualized growth. He serves as an Executive Team Member and advisor to diverse boards across mutual funds, corporations, and public pension boards, focusing on investment strategies, risk management, and regulatory frameworks. He has a proven track record in overseeing significant P&L responsibilities, managing IPOs, and expanding business operations across global markets including Europe, UK, Asia, and Australia. Recognized with multiple industry awards, he is a sought-after speaker and thought leader featured in CNBC, Bloomberg News, and other leading financial media.
Age: 54
Palo Alto, CA
Nationality:
Rodriguez bridges business, design, and technology as an influential leader. He has served as Intuit’s Chief Product & Design Officer, Senior Partner at IDEO, and played a pivotal role on Stanford’s d.school founding team. Diego is actively engaged as an investor, startup advisor, and board member in tough tech, fintech, and transportation sectors. He currently serves on the board of LendingTree and was a board member at EngageSmart until its acquisition in January 2024. Diego's career spans leadership in creating AI-powered customer experiences at Intuit, pioneering Business Design at IDEO, and fostering innovation through ventures like IDEO U and IDEO CoLab. He holds degrees in engineering and humanities from Stanford University and an MBA from Harvard Business School, contributing significantly to design and technology innovation.
Jones Lang LaSalle, Franklin Covey Company Boards
Ventas Inc Boards
DIEGO A. RODRIGUEZ Independent Director
Age: 48
New York, NY
Nationality:
ARTURO RODRIGUEZ
CO-CEO,
Aterian Inc.
Aterian Inc. Boards
ALICE RODRIGUEZ
Vice Chair, DreamSpring
Age: 59
Dallas, TX
Nationality:
Rodriguez is the Chief Executive Officer of Aterian, a position he has held since June 2024, following his tenure as Co-Chief Executive Officer from July 2023 to June 2024 and as Chief Financial Officer from March 2021 to June 2024. With over 20 years of global leadership experience, Arturo has been instrumental in steering organizations through acquisitions, integrations, crisis management, and restructuring. His career includes roles such as Senior Vice President of Finance at Aterian and Chief Accounting Officer at Piksel, Inc., where he also served as Interim Chief Operating Officer. Arturo began his career with the Atari Group, holding senior financial positions including Acting CFO of Atari, Inc. and Deputy CFO of Atari SA. A New York State CPA, he earned his BBA in Accounting from Hofstra University.
Rodriguez has over 30 years of banking experience with JPMorgan Chase, holding executive roles in Business Banking, Consumer Banking, and Wealth Management. She is currently the Head of the JPMC Community Impact Organization, leading initiatives to drive inclusive economic growth and the $30B Path Forward Initiative for racial equity. She serves as Chairwoman of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and is a board member at ONCOR Electric Delivery Company LLC and Avance North Texas. She has received numerous honors, including the Girl Scouts of North Texas Women of Distinction Award (2020) and being named one of ALPFA's “Top 50 Most Powerful Latina Women in Corporate America.” Alice holds a BBA in Management from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.
Age: 53
Denver, CO
Nationality:
JAVIER J. RODRÍGUEZ
CEO, DaVita
Javier Rodriguez is the Chief Executive Officer of DaVita, a global healthcare provider focused on improving the quality of life for patients through clinical innovation and integrated, personalized care. Rodriguez is an experienced leader committed to transforming care delivery for patients with kidney disease—from the earliest stages of the disease through transplantation. He’s passionate about accelerating the digital transformation and delivering customized care to each patient while lowering costs for the healthcare system. In more than 20 years with DaVita, he has continued fostering a powerful sense of inclusivity and community among teammates and patients.
Age: 67
El Paso, TX
Nationality:
EDUARDO A. RODRÍGUEZ
President, Strategic Communication Consulting Group
Age: 63
Long Beach, CA
Nationality:
DONALD RODRÍGUEZ
Eduardo previously served as executive vice president and as a member of the board of directorsof Hunt Building Corporation, a privately held company engaged in construction and realestate development headquartered in El Paso, Texas. Prior to his three years with Hunt BuildingCorporation, Eduardo spent 20 years in the electric utility industry at El Paso Electric Company,a publicly traded, investor-owned utility, where he served in various senior-level executivepositions, including general counsel, senior vice president for customer and corporate services,executive vice president, and as chief operating officer.
While at Boys & Girls Clubs, Don has grown the Clubs quite extensively, from 3 to 13 sites. He has also expanded the reach within the community and stakeholders, and was awarded “Executive of the Year” by Boys & Girls Clubs of America. He has proven his ability to build new partnerships locally and nationally, while enhancing current ones, and has a strong ability to align organizational strategy to the vision of the Board of Directors, while maintaining the ability to respond to changes from the peripheral environment. He has been on the Farmers Insurance Group Board of Governors for over 20 years, is past Chair of Farmers Board of Governors, past Chair of Farmers Truck Insurance Exchange, current Chair of Farmers Fire Board, and is a member of the Claims Committee of Farmers Insurance and is on the board of APGA.
Gilead Sciences, DaVita, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce Boards
Oncor Electric Boards
Oneok Inc., ONE Gas, Inc. Boards
CEO, Boys & Girls Clubs of Long Beach
Age: 59
CARLOS A. RODRÍGUEZ
New Jersey Nationality: ADP, Microsoft Boards
Rodriguez served as CEO and President of ADP until January 2023. During his tenure, ADP has nearly doubled the number of clients using its cloud-based services. Additionally, its Professional Employer Organization, ADP TotalSource®, business has nearly doubled the number of client employees served, putting it on par with the nation’s largest private sector employers. After joining ADP in 1999 through its acquisition of Vincam, he held a series of positions with increasing responsibilities before becoming CEO. He served as President of TotalSource, which became the fastest-growing and largest PEO in the industry under his leadership. He also served as President of the National Account Services and Employer Services International divisions, which serve large companies, and spent several years as President of the Small Business Services (SBS) division.
Age: 57
New York, NY
JESSICA RODRÍGUEZ
Nationality: Burlington Stores Inc. Boards
President & Chief Operating Officer, UCI Networks & Chief Marketing Officer, Univision Communicaions Inc.
Age: 65
Winston-Salem, NC
Nationality:
JOSÉ R. RODRÍGUEZ
Named COO of UCI Networks in 2018, overseeing all programming, acquisitions, production and marketing operations for the Spanish-language media giant. She has spearheaded some of the Company’s most high-profile, award-winning campaigns as well as strategic partnerships with programmers and media partners, including an unprecedented deal with Netflix. As CMO, she leads an award-winning team driving audience engagement and culture across all linear and digital platforms. Jessica has risen the corporate ladder since joining Univision in 2000 as an intern while at Stanford Graduate School of Business.
Rodríguez, a CPA, was an audit partner at KPMG LLP from 1995 until his retirement on 2021. During his time with KPMG, he held various leadership positions, including Partner in Charge and Executive Director of KPMG’s Audit Committee Institute from 2016 to 2021, member of KPMG US’s board of directors from 2006 to 2011, including the role as Lead Director and Ombudsman responsible for leading the firm’s internal regulatory investigations. He also served as COO for KPMG’s Global Audit Practice from 2012 to 2015 and Office Managing Partner for the firm’s Global Service Center from 2013 to 2015.
Age: 65
Potomac, MD
Nationality:
DAVID A. RODRÍGUEZ
Retired Chief HR Officer, Marriott International
Age: 59
Phoenix, AZ
Nationality:
President & CEO, Oro Vista Ventures LLC
Rodriguez is a public board director and sought-after expert on human capital management. David joined Marriott in 1998 where he served as Global CHRO from 2006 until his retirement in 2021. He currently serves on the boards of American Woodmark and Globe Life. David earned a Ph.D. in industrial/organizational psychology from NY University and is an elected Fellow of the National Academy of Human Resources and the American Psychological Association. The proud son of U.S. migrants from Puerto Rico, David is also a cancer survivor, piano student, sports fan, and travel enthusiast.
Bacus previously served as EVP and Global Chief Marketing & Customer Officer of CIGNA Corporation and President of the Cigna Foundation until 2019. She was responsible for Cigna's global marketing activities and communications capabilities. . Bacus earned BA and BS Degrees from Northern Arizona University and an MBA from Duke University. She joined the company in of 2013 after five years with the American Family Insurance where she served as Executive Vice President and CMO, overseeing all marketing, public relations, communications and actuarial functions. Bacus began a successful 22-year career with the Ford Motor Company, where she served in many key roles, including as Head of Global Marketing Strategy and Director of Global Market Research.
Primoris Services Corp, Popular, CareMax Inc. Boards
Globe Life, American Woodmark Boards
LISA ROJAS BACUS
Age: 62
New York, NY
Nationality:
Vice President & General Counsel, Princeton University
58
Miami, FL
Nationality:
MERCEDES ROMERO
Chief Procurement Officer, Primo Water Corp.
Age: 53
New York, NY
Nationality:
CLAUDIA ROMO EDELMAN
Founder & CEO of We Are All Human Foundation, Co-Host "A la Latina" podcast
JULIETA ROSS
Age: 54
Ramona E. Romero is the Vice President and General Counsel of Princeton University. From 2011 to 2014, she was General Counsel to the United States Department of Agriculture, a role to which she was appointed by President Obama and confirmed by the U.S. Senate. Earlier in her career, Ramona held various legal roles at DuPont, and spent ten years as a litigator at a major law firm. Currently, she serves on the Boards of TIAA (a Fortune 100 financial services company), Legal Services of New Jersey, and the National Association of Women Lawyers, and on President Biden’s Commission on White House Fellowships. She has extensive governance experience gained through service on numerous non-profit boards, including those of Barnard College, Greater Trenton, Inc., and as President of the Hispanic National Bar Association. Ramona is a graduate of Barnard College and Harvard Law School.
Romero is the Global Chief Procurement Officer at Primo Water Corporation. With over 25 years of experience, she has worked in Consumer Packaged Goods, Spirits, Pharmaceuticals, Retail, and Transportation. She has driven profitability and led digital transformations and ESG initiatives. Romero is an independent director at John B. Sanfilippo & Son and chairs the Sourcing Diversity and Supplier Relationship Management Committee at the Institute for Supply Management. A native of Venezuela, she holds a degree in civil engineering from University Rafael Urdaneta and has studied at Michigan State University and Cornell University.
Claudia is a global mobilization expert, catalyst for social change and marketer for social causes. She is a recognized speaker, media contributor and an inspiring activist. Claudia is the founder of the We Are All Human Foundation and co-host of the podcast “A la Latina: the playbook to succeed being your authentic self.” She is also currently starting a family business. She is a Mexican-Swiss diplomat with more than 25 years of experience leading marketing and advocacy for global organizations, including the World Economic Forum, UNICEF, the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, and the United Nations.She speaks 6 languages, has two children and enjoys sports and traveling.
Ross is a seasoned entrepreneur and technology strategist with extensive experience in global banking technology leadership. She co-founded Okee Labs in 2019, where she currently serves as CEO, overseeing product development and customer acquisition. Previously, Julieta held pivotal roles including Global Chief Technology Officer at Banco Santander and M&T Bank, and Chief Technology Officer for Latin America at Citi. Her career spans over 20 years, marked by a proven track record in building and scaling businesses through digital technologies, enhancing customer experiences, and driving productivity. Ross brings a wealth of board experience from roles at companies like Santander Consumer Finance, Mastercard Advisory Board, and non-profits including Sheltered Harbor and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Age: 56 McLean, VA
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As president and CEO of Booz Allen Hamilton, he guides Booz Allen’s overall business strategy and investments in innovation, advanced and emerging technology solutions, and highly skilled talent. With a focus on velocity, leadership, and technology, he has positioned the business to drive transformation and advance critical missions for government clients and Fortune 500 corporations while delivering continued revenue growth and increased shareholder value. Rozanski is a respected authority and leader in the consulting industry with expertise in business strategy, technology and operations, talent and diversity, and the future of technology and consulting. Born and raised in Argentina, Rozanski moved to the US and got a B.B.A. from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire and an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago.
RAMONA E. ROMERO
TIAA Boards
Canoo, Chobani Boards
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John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc., MarineMax Inc. Boards
Co-Founder and CEO, Okee Labs
Amalgameted Bank Boards
HORACIO D. ROZANSKI
President and Chief Executive Officer, Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp., Children’s National Hospital, CARE USA, Marriott International, The Economic Club of Washington DC Boards
Age: 51
Las Vegas, NV Nationality:
CARLOS RUISANCHEZ
Founding Partner, Sorelle Capital
Age: 68
Dallas, TX
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Carlos is a finance and entertainment executive with more than 25 years of experience. He served as the president and CFO and a director of Pinnacle Entertainment, Inc. an owner and operator of gaming, hospitality and entertainment businesses, from 2016 through its 2018 acquisition by Penn National Gaming, Inc. Prior to becoming president in 2013, he served as executive vice president since 2008 and executive vice president of strategic planning and development from 2008 to 2011. Before joining Pinnacle Entertainment, Inc., Ruisanchez was senior managing director at Bear Stearns & Co., Inc. As senior managing director of Bear, Stearns & Co., he was responsible for corporate clients in the gaming, lodging and leisure industries, as well as financial sponsor banking relationships.
Ruiz currently serves as Chairman of MediaKind and holds Director positions in the Liberty Mutual, Vertical Bridge and Nsight Boards. From April of 2017 till July of 2020, he was President and CEO of MediaKind. Ruiz served as Chairman of the Americas for Ericsson from 2016 to 2017 and was President and CEO of Ericsson’s North American Region from 2001-2016, growing the business from half a billion dollars to over $9B, and setting a vision of growth and customer quality during an extraordinary time of hyper competition and consolidation in the Wireless Industry. Under his leadership, Ericsson became the number one provider of telecommunications solutions and services in the U.S. and Canada. In 2010, Ruiz was awarded the Gifford K. Johnson Community Leadership Award from the University of Texas at Dallas for supporting and enabling activities such as research with UT Dallas faculty.
Age: 53
Sarasota, FL Nationality:
Over her 26 year career, Gisel built extensive experience serving in executive roles at Fortune 1 company, Walmart Inc. She worked her way up the ranks from hourly Trainee to Chief Operating Officer Walmart US where she was responsible for all operations, store innovation and real estate strategy for the $250bil US division. As EVP, People serving Walmart International, she led strategy in all areas of human capital management, leading HR teams supporting +1 million employees across 27 countries. Most recently she served as EVP, COO for Sam’s Club, the fast growing, omni channel warehouse membership business.
Chief
Executive
Officer, GMR Group Consulting and Coaching
JAVIER SAADE
Founder/Managing
Age: 52
Seattle, WA
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Partner, Impact Master Holdings
Age: 65
Miami, FL
Nationality:
CARLOS A. SABATER
Board Member, Retired Senior Global Partner-Deloitte
Saade is the founder and Managing Partner of Impact Master Holdings LLC and Air America Media LLC. He serves as Chairman at GP Funding, Inc., an Independent Director at Global Technology Acquisition Corp., and is involved with various boards and councils including the New York Stock Exchange's Board Advisory Council. With a background spanning over three decades in global investments and executive leadership, Saade holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, an MS from Illinois Institute of Technology, and a BS from Purdue University. He is actively engaged with the National Association of Corporate Directors and the Latino Corporate Directors Association.
Retired from Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu in 2020 as a senior global partner. For nearly 40-years career he served in various senior leadership and operational roles, including CEO for both the U.S. and global audit practices. He also served as the managing partner for all of Deloitte’s businesses across the 28 countries of North and South America. An accomplished global business executive with a comprehensive multi-cultural business background, He is a licensed CPA and qualified board of director financial expert. As a result of his deep passion for talent development and mentoring, and in recognition of his legacy at the firm, Sabater’s Deloitte partners, clients, and friends endowed a scholarship and mentoring program in his name at the Florida International University. He holds a Bachelor of Accounting degree from Florida International University.
GISEL RUÍZ
TelevisaUnivision, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc., Vital Farms Inc., Ulta Beauty Inc. Boards
ANGEL A. RUIZ Chairman, MediaKind
Liberty Mutual Holding Company Inc, Vertical Bridge Boards
Age: 59 Miami, FL Nationality:
CARMEN M. SABATER Chief Financial Officer, Quirch Foods
Age: 62
Great Falls, VA
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Carmen is a CPA and currently serves as the CFO of Quirch Foods Parent, LLC, a national food distribution company with a portfolio of owned brands. She has served in that role since 2002 and has led Quirch's integration strategy and also has experience with both human capital and technology functions. Before she was the Controller of MasTec, Inc. until 1999 and was then appointed as its CFO, serving in that role until 2002. Carmen was previously at Deloitte & Touche, LLP, as an auditor and then as a Senior Manager until 1994.
Salas has over 35 years of experience in accounting and advisory services, specializing in the life sciences and technology sectors. He spent his career at Ernst & Young LLP until 2019, holding roles including senior client partner and leadership positions in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. From 2020 to 2022, he served as CFO of Wellstat, LLC, an early-stage biopharmaceutical company. Currently, Salas is a board member at Embody, Inc., a medical device company, and Intra-Cellular Therapies (ITCI). He holds a B.B.A. in accounting from the University of Texas at San Antonio and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Age: 72
New York, NY
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Former Toyota Motor North America, Inc. General Counsel & Group Vice President
Age: 60 San Francisco, CA
Nationality:
Partner, Bain Capital Venture
Pineda has, 30 years of experience as a senior executive at Toyota, first at the start-up joint venture between General Motors and Toyota, New United Motor Manufacturing, Inc. and then at Toyota Motor North America, Inc. from which she retired at the end of 2016. During her career, Pineda served as General Counsel and Group Vice President, overseeing legal, board governance, corporate communications, human resources, government and environmental affairs, philanthropy, corporate advertising, diversity and inclusion, and Hispanic business strategies. Pineda received her B.A. in Government at Mills College and her J.D. at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley. She also completed the Toyota Executive Program at the Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania.
Enrique joined Bain Capital Ventures in 2014, where he focuses on infrastructure software and services with a specialization in cybersecurity. Enrique was previously the president and CEO of Symantec (Nasdaq: SYMC) and brings more than 27 years of executive experience in technology and security to Bain Capital Ventures. Through his 19 years at the global leader for security, backup, and availability solutions, Enrique also served as the EVP of Worldwide Sales and Marketing and President of Consumer Products. Before Symantec, he was president and CEO of Brightmail, the leading anti-spam software company acquired by Symantec in 2004.In March 2011, Enrique was appointed to President Barack Obama’s Management Advisory Board. Enrique was named 2004 Entrepreneur of the Year by Ernst & Young, and 2007 Corporate Executive of the Year by Hispanic Net.
Age: 60 Islamorada, FL
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Client Service Leader, Deloitte
Salgueiro is a seasoned leader in Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP, with over 35 years of experience in public accounting. Throughout his career, he has served various industries and has significant expertise in helping large multinational companies manage complex internal control structures related to strategy, finance, operations, technology, and regulation. Salgueiro has held several prominent roles at Deloitte, including serving on the Deloitte LLP Board of Directors and leading the Americas Region, the Risk and Financial Advisory Global office in the US, and the Risk and Financial Advisory Telecom practice. He is dedicated to providing world-class client service and addressing clients' most strategic and pressing issues.
PATRICIA SALAS PINEDA
Frontier Airlines, Omnicom Group, Portland General Electric Boards
RENE SALAS Independent Director
ENRIQUE T. SALEM
DocuSign, Atlassian Boards
JORGE SALGUEIRO
Age: 47
Boerne, TX
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MARTIN SALINAS JR.
Age: 55
Oklahoma City, OK
Nationality:
CLAUDIA SAN PEDRO
Former President, Sonic Corp.
Salinas, Jr., is an Independent Director at Noble Midstream GP LLC, serving as its General Partner. He also holds a directorship at Green Plains Partners since July 2018. With a robust background in finance and energy, Mr. Salinas previously served as Chief Executive Officer of Phase 4 Energy Partners and held the role of Chief Financial Officer at Energy Transfer Partners, L.P. His career includes significant financial leadership at Sunoco Logistics, L.P., and extensive experience in audit with KPMG, LLP, focusing on clients in the oil and gas industry.
San Pedro was responsible for the growth and success of SONIC’s company-owned restaurants as well as the brand’s relationship with its franchise community. San Pedro joined SONIC in 2006 as vice president of investor relations and treasurer. She was promoted to EVP and CFO in 2015, and was responsible for SONIC’s financial planning practices, as well as the brand’s relationship with lending institutions, shareholders, and the financial community. Prior to SONIC, she served as the director for the Oklahoma Office of State Finance. Appointed by Governor Brad Henry in 2005, San Pedro was the first female and first Hispanic to serve as director of state finance for Oklahoma.
Sanchez is a distinguished Technical Fellow at The Aerospace Corporation, bringing over 40 years of expertise in spaceflight engineering and operations. Her career highlights include roles as Chief Scientist at the U.S. Air Force Space Command and senior executive positions at NASA and a leading commercial space company. Sanchez holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from Texas A&M University, and advanced degrees in Physical Sciences (Planetary Geology), Mechanical Engineering, and Industrial Engineering (Human Factors) from the University of Houston. Sanchez's contributions have been recognized with awards from NASA, the U.S. Air Force, and industry accolades. She is actively involved in STEM outreach and serves on the Board of Directors for the International Women’s Forum of Colorado.
Perfecto is a West Point grad and Iraq War Vet turned entrepreneur who believes in making “doing good” more accessible. He is currently on a mission to shape the future of inclusive AI as the co-founder of Equity Quotient, an AI-powered intelligence platform. Perfecto was inducted into the Advertising Hall of Achievement in 2023 and serves on the Board of Tech Target (TTGT) and Lifeway Foods (LWAY). He also serves on the Leadership Council at the Bob Woodruff Foundation, a 501(c)3. Ask him how he became the first American to row across the North Sea to raise awareness for Ocean Sustainability.
Robert Sanchez is chairman and CEO of Ryder System, Inc., a leading supply chain, dedicated transportation, and commercial fleet management solutions company. He was named CEO in January 2013 and chairman in May 2013. Over the course of more than 30 years at Ryder, Mr. Sanchez has held many senior executive leadership positions including president and COO, CFO, and CIO. He has been a member of the company’s executive leadership team since 2003. As CEO, he leads the development and execution of Ryder’s growth strategy focused on the large segment of businesses that do not yet outsource their fleet management and supply chain functions.
McEwen Mining Inc. Boards
ADALIO
T. SÁNCHEZ
President, S Group Advisory, LLC // Board Director
Adalio Sanchez is a tech industry veteran with a strong track record of operating large complex multibillion-dollar global businesses. Sanchez spent 32 years with IBM Corporation where he held various senior executive officer and general management roles. Following IBM, he was Senior Vice President of Lenovo Group and CEO of Quantum Corporation. Now a seasoned board director, Sanchez is Chairman of the Board of ACI Worldwide, Inc, and serves on the boards of Avnet Inc, and ASM International NV. He is also on the Board of Trustees of the MITRE Corporation. He is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and is Chairman of the Florida International University Foundation.
Age: 57
New York, NY
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Monique Sanchez has nearly 30 years corporate experience, with over with over 21 years in the digital advertising industry with a deep expertise in selling advertising technologies and media solutions to global agencies, marketers, and publishers. Since 2008, she has held senior sales and business development roles at Google, including most recently as Director Agency Sales Development, where she is responsible for leading an agency development team focused on driving revenue growth across Google’s largest market and U.S. clients and agency holding companies. Previously, she held business development roles at DoubleClick, which was acquired by Google in 2008. She received her B.A. degree from Syracuse University.
Age: 60 Miami, FL
ALEJANDRO (ALEX) M. SANCHEZ
Former
Sanchez is theformer President and Chief Executive Officer of the Florida Bankers Association, has previous public company and non-profit board experience, has served on federal boards and agencies under several US Presidents, has had gubernatorial appointments in Florida, has a juris doctor degree, and is a US Air Force veteran.
Age: 60 Houston, TX
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Founder of Adelante Ventures LLC, and Founder Advisor to Spring Labs Inc. He was the President and CEO of Compass Bank, Inc. a U.S. subsidiary of Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A. (“BBVA”), from 2008 to 2017. He also served as a member of BBVA’s worldwide Executive Committee and was BBVA’s Country Manager for U.S. operations from 2010 to 2017. Sánchez joined BBVA in 1990 and served in a number of other roles prior to becoming President and CEO of Compass Bank in 2008, including as Senior Executive Vice President of Community Banking in 2008, President and CEO of Laredo National Bank from 2005 to 2008, and Chief Risk Officer for BBVA Bancomer in Mexico City from 2002 to 2005.
Age: 64 New Jersey
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A visionary global C-level executive with strong marketing and operating management experience. She has built and led multi-million dollar new business platforms in non-traditional channels; led start-ups and brand innovations; launched mega brands, developed award-winning big idea campaigns and led multi-billion dollar businesses. Her experience in the boardroom gives her a unique perspective on the recruiting process. In 2017 Sandler founded Mavis Foods, LLC, which successfully launched Bazodee®- a line of Caribbean gourmet sauces and marinades. At Johnson & Johnson she was the Worldwide President of McNeil Nutritionals and led the launch of Splenda®.
MONIQUE SÁNCHEZ Director, US Agency Business Development, Google
A-Mark Precious Metals Boards
MANUEL "MANOLO" SÁNCHEZ RODRÍGUEZ
Founder, Adelante Ventures LLC
Fannie Mae, Stewart Information Services Boards
DEBRA SANDLER Independent Board Director
Archer Daniels Midland, Dollar General, Keuring Dr Pepper, Gannett Boards
Age: 50 Reno, NV Nationality:
BRIAN E. SANDOVAL
President, the University of Nevada
Age: 58
Chicago, IL
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LOUIS (LOU) SANDOVAL
President & Chief Executive Officer, Illinois Chamber of Commerce
RAFAEL SANTANA
Age: 52Nationality:
President & CEO, Wabtec Corporation
Travelers
Age: 56 N/A
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RALPH E. SANTANA
EVP & Global CMO, HARMAN International
Age: 59 Mexico City, MX
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Governor Sandoval served two terms as the 29th Governor of the State of Nevada, having held office from 2011 to 2019. He is currently the President of the University of Nevada, Reno, a position he has held since 2020. His current role as President of the University of Nevada, Reno – the first Hispanic and University alumnus to serve that role – is the most recent of his public service posts. Before serving as Governor, he served as a District Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Nevada, Attorney General of Nevada, and in the Nevada Assembly. He served as Chairman of the National Governors Association from 2017 to 2018, National Council of State Governments in 2015, Western Governors Association in 2014 and the Education Commission of the States from 2013 to 2014.
PAULA A. SANTILLI Chief Executive Officer, PepsiCo Latin America
Sandoval is the President and CEO of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, where he applies decades of global business expertise to advocate for Illinois businesses. Previously, he founded and led HALO Advisory Group, advising Fortune 1000 companies on strategic growth initiatives and mergers. Lou's career spans leadership roles in technology-driven transformations across diverse sectors, including consumer goods, healthcare, and industrial products. He serves on the boards of Wintrust Bank and several organizations, focusing on governance and risk management. Lou is also a best-selling author and keynote speaker, emphasizing perseverance and leadership in his book, "Tenacity for Life™." He holds a B.S. in Biochemistry from DePaul University and continues his education in Business Management and Leadership.
A native of Brazil, Santana has roughly 25 years of commercial, product management andexecutive leadership. Most recently, he served as President and CEO of GE Transportation, a unit of General Electric company. Prior to that role, he was president & CEO of GE in LatinAmerica; Santana also served as president and CEO of the Turbomachinery Solutions Businessof GE Oil & Gas, Prior to joining GE in 2000, Santana worked for six years at ExxonMobil andBritish American Tobacco. Santana has a degree in engineering from the Universidade Federalde Minas Gerais in Brazil.
Ralph has served as CMO of Harman International Industries since 2013, with responsibility for all aspects of Harman’s worldwide marketing strategy. He is also responsible for Harman’s e-commerce business and runs its global design group which entails 6 design studios around the world and full P&L accountability. Before joining Harman, he served as SVP & CMO, North America, for Samsung. He also served 16 years at PepsiCo Inc. from 1994 to 2010, holding positions spanning multiple international and domestic leadership roles in marketing. While at PepsiCo, Inc. he also held positions with its Frito-Lay’s international and North America operations.
Paula Santilli is the CEO of PepsiCo Latin America and a member of PepsiCo's Executive Committee since May 2019. Previously, she served as President of PepsiCo Mexico Foods, the company's second-largest market globally, and President of the PepsiCo Mexico Foundation. Paula also held various leadership positions in the Southern Cone, in the beverage and food businesses. Paula is committed to generating inclusive growth in Latin America and contributing to the well-being of the communities where PepsiCo operates. She also strongly advocates for diversity and inclusion, significantly increasing women's representation in leadership positions within her organization.
Wintrust Bank, N.A., a charter of Wintrust Financial Corp Boards
Santos is an executive leader, independent board director, and advisor with expertise across a diverse range of industries, business lines, and functions. She currently serves on the boards of Omnicom, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ, and the Nashville Electric Service. Additionally, she is an Advisory Board member for Generative AI companies Writer and DiligentIQ. In her former role as Chief Information Officer at Asurion, she led the organization’s global technology and procurement teams and strategy. At Asurion, she was an early adopter of AI in the enterprise, particularly in the call center and internal operations. Before her tenure at Asurion, she held technology leadership roles in the finance industry. She has been on the Advisory Boards of companies such as Zoom, Moveworks, Box, and Appirio. After her graduate studies, Santos was a consultant for McKinsey, serving clients in Spain and New York before pivoting to lead technology for McKinsey’s private investment office.
Age: 67
Miami, FL
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Signature Flight Support is the world’s largest and market leading fixed base operator network, for business, government, and private aviation. Prior to that, she was a Senior Executive with Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises between 2000-2008, where she held the positions of SVP, International for Asia, Latin America & Caribbean, responsible for the strategic market expansion and business development of the cruise line for Asia and Latin America. At Royal Caribbean International she was also VP of Hotel Operations and her responsibilities included managing all aspects of hotel operations, private destinations, retail, port operations, and the guest experience onboard Royal Caribbean’s worldwide fleet. Sastre joined Royal Caribbean after serving as VP of Worldwide Customer Satisfaction at United Airlines.
SANTIAGO SEAGE
Age: 54
London Area, UK
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Santiago Seage is the CEO of Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure (NASDAQ:AY), an international renewable energy company. Additionally he serves as independent director of UGI Corporation (NYSE:UGI), a utility and energy distribution company. Before joining Atlantica Santiago was the CEO of Abengoa Solar and a partner with McKinsey & Company. Over the years he has served as director andadvisor to the board of several companies and organizations. He started his career with Procter & Gamble and earned his economics and management degree from Icade University, Madrid.
CEO, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure
Age: 79 New York, NY
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ENRIQUE F. SENIOR HERNÁNDEZ Managing Director of Allen & Company LLC
Age: 67 Dallas, TX
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Enrique has served as a financial advisor to several corporations including Coca-Cola Company, General Electric, CapCities/ ABC, Columbia Pictures and QVC Networks. He also is serving on the following public company boards: Grupo Televisa S.A.B.; Coca-Cola FEMSA, S.A. and Cinemark Holdings, Inc. He holds a B.A. in Architecture, a B.E. in Electrical Engineering and a B.S. in Industrial Administration from Yale University, an M.B.A. from the Harvard University, and an honorary J.D. from Emerson College.
He has served on the Board of Directors for Cinemark Holding, Inc. since 2007, and was appointed Lead Director in 2016. In 2014, he became a Director on the Board of Directors for Savoya, one of the world’s finest chauffeured ground transportation service providers. He served on the Board of Matador Resources Company from 2013 to 2017. Prior to Triumph, he was at Interstate Battery System International for 23 years, the last nine years as President & CEO. Before Interstate Batteries, he gained more than 10 years of experience in various roles with KPMG Peat Marwick Accounting Firm where he was an audit partner and designated associate SEC reviewing partner. Carlos received his Bachelor of Business Administration with highest honors from the University of Texas at Austin in 1979.
CASEY SANTOS
Independent Director and Special Advisor
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ, Omnicom, Nashville Electric Service Boards
Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure, UGI Corporation Boards
MARÍA SASTRE Independent Director
General Mills, O'Reilly Automotive, GuideWell Mutual Holding Corporation, Miramar Services Inc. Boards
Cinemark Holdings Inc., TelevisaUnivision Boards
CARLOS SEPÚLVEDA Chairman of the Board, Triumph Bancorp, Inc.
Funk Graham has been an Independent Board Director for multiple Fortune 1000 companies for 12 years, specializing in strategy, branding, digital transformation, CEO succession, and cultural change. She is currently a Board Director for Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ: SFM) and LL Flooring (NYSE: LL), chairing their Nominating & Corporate Governance Committees and serving on other key committees. Previously, she served on the boards of Hot Topic, 1-800-Contacts, and CV Sciences. As a former CMO at Jack in the Box, she led award-winning campaigns. She is a member of NACD, Women Corporate Directors, and LCDA, and was named one of Women’s Inc.’s Most Influential Corporate Board Directors in 2019 and 2023 Director of the Year by the Corporate Directors Forum.
A CodeX Fellow at Stanford, Past Co-Chair of the We Robot Conference on AI/Robotics & Law, and the immediate past faculty director of the Rock Center for Corporate Governance at Stanford. He co-founded the Rock Center in 2006 and, as a Professor of the Practice and Associate Dean at Stanford Law School, led the Center until 2017. His teaching includes Finance, Governance, and Venture Capital. In 2009, 2010, and 2011, alongside Bernanke, Krugman, and Icahn, Professor Siciliano was named to the “Directorship 100” – a list of the most influential people in corporate governance. Co-founder, CEO and Executive Chairman of LawLogix Group. He sold a majority stake of the company to PNC Riverarch Capital and led the sale of the company to Hyland Software/Thoma Bravo in 2015.
SUSAN E. SIEGEL Independent Director
Age: 62
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
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Most recently, Sue served as GE’s Chief Innovation Officer and CEO of GE Ventures, she oversaw investment in startups, created and scaled new companies, and commercialized GE’s intellectual property. She also led strategy planning and oversaw the global marketing function. Before joining GE, Siegel was a Silicon Valley-based healthcare and life sciences VC. Prior to becoming a venture capitalist, she led Affymetrix as President and a board member, where she drove the company’s transformation from a pre-revenue startup to a global, multi-billion-dollar market cap genomics leader. She has held executive leadership roles at BioRad, DuPont and Amersham after transitioning to a corporate career from early work in molecular biology and biochemistry.
LUIS M. SIERRA
Age: 54
Sierra joined NOVA Chemicals in 2020. Prior to joining NOVA Chemicals, Sierra was CEO of global aromatics at BP. Before, Sierra held various positions throughout his career, including CFO of BP Whiting Refinery and President of BP Aromatics for the Americas, Europe and Middle East. Sierra earned a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from the University of Florida, a Master of Science in mechanical engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, and a Master of Business Administration in Finance and Strategy from the University of Chicago.He has been listed in the 2022 ICIS Top 40 Power Players by ICIS, a global ranking of the leading CEOs and senior executives making the greatest positive impact on their companies and the chemicals industry.
Age: 57 Naples, FL Nationality:
ENRIQUE SILVA President & CEO, Culver Franchising System, LLC
Silva served as the CEO and President of Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. from February 2007 to February 2020. For 13 years prior thereto, he served in various leadership positions at Burger King Corporation, including Senior Vice President, Franchise Operations East Zone and Canada; Senior Vice President, U.S. Company Operations, President, Latin America Region; and Vice President and General Counsel, Latin America. Silva carries a deep knowledge of operational and legal matters, including with respect to risk management.
Starbucks Boards
Illumina, Align Technology, Nevro Boards
DANIEL SICILIANO
Age: 64
San Francisco and Sonoma, CA Nationality:
Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Radicle Impact Partners
Age: 55
Mexico City, MX
Nationality:
MARCO ANTONIO (TONY) SLIM DOMIT
Co-Founder, Managing Partner Radicle Impact, a venture firm focused on climate, economic inclusion & DEI. Former President & Co-CEO Beneficial State Bank, the #3 rated B Corp globally, recipient of California Prize for Service & the Common Good, Bay Area Environmental Business of the Year, & Real Impact Magazine Top 20 National Company. BA Harvard University, MBA Wharton School, Directors College Stanford Law School. Chair, Latino Community Foundation. Chair-elect Impact Assets. Former Co-Chair Glu Mobile. Advisory Board Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. Corporate Finance & Treasury at Merrill Lynch, Bank of America and Bankers Trust Company.
Son of one of Mexico's most succesful businesman; Carlos Slim, Tony has been Chairman of the board of directors of Grupo Financiero Inbursa, S.A.B. de C.V. since 1997 and previously served as its Chief Executive Officer from 1997 until April 2012. He is also a member of the board of directors of Grupo Carso, S.A.B. de C.V. and Chairman of The Carlos Slim Health Institute and of Impulsora del Desarrollo y el Empleo en América Latina, S.A.B. de C.V. (IDEAL), an infrastructure company. Slim was a member of the board of directors of Teléfonos de México, S.A.B. de C.V. from 1995 until April 2014.
Age: 55
Hollywood, FL
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Myrna has over 30 years of Information Technology/ Cybersecurity experience. Myrna is the Founder and CEO of Apogee Executive Advisors. She is recognized as a Governance and Board Leadership Fellow by NACD. She is also a Sr. Investment Advisor for TPG Capital. She most recently served as the Chief Strategy and Trust Officer for Forcepoint. She also served as COO of a managed security service provider (MSSP) as well an Investment Partner at ForgePoint Capital. Her previous roles include serving as Corporate SVP & Global CISO for Comcast Corp, CISO MGM Resorts and other senior leadership positions with American Express, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, Norwegian Cruise Lines and Kemper Insurance. She is a highly decorated executive with a long list of recognitions including , being recognized as Recognized As NACD Directorship 100™ Honoree 2022.
Age: 69 Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Souza joined the Board of Directors and Compensation Committee of Amica and its related companies in February, 2019. She was CEO of UnitedHealthcare Specialty Benefits and has over 25 years of managed care and health benefits experience. She began her career with Price Waterhouse in 1979 as Audit Staff Accountant before assuming several senior positions at Deloitte Haskins & Sells from 1980 to 1988. In 1994, she joined Aetna, where her roles included CFO of Guaranteed Products and Aetna Life Insurance Company. At UnitedHealthcare beginning in 2008, she led healthcare operations and business and large-scale systems transformation, in addition to her CEO role. Souza is a certified public accountant, holds a degree in accounting from University of Massachusetts, an honorary doctorate in Business studies from University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and a degree in dental hygiene from Northeastern University, Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists.
Age: 65 Norfolk, VA
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Stewart retired from Norfolk Southern Corporation in 2017 after a distinguished 33-year careerwith the company. She served as EVP and CFO from 2013 to 2017. Her tenure at NorfolkSouthern included roles of increasing responsibility, including vice president of accounting andcontroller, and vice president finance and treasurer. Prior to her tenure at Norfolk Southern, shespent four years at Peat Marwick (a predecessor to KPMG). Stewart is a Certified Public Accountantand currently also serves on the board of directors of Simon Property Group.
Chairman of the Board & CEO , Grupo Financiero Inbursa
BlackRock Boards
DIANE D. SOUZA Independent Director
Amica Mutual Insurance Boards
MARTA R. STEWART
Former EVP & CFO, Norfolk Southern Corp.
GABRIEL STOLIAR
Age: 70
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Nationality:
Head of the Advisory Board, PlayerUm
Cleveland-Cliffs Boards
Age: 46
Los Altos, CA
Nationality:
SANTIAGO SUBOTOVSKY
General Partner, Emergence Capital
Age: 65
Miami, FL
Nationality:
ROSA SUGRAÑES ARIMANY
Director, First Horizon Bank
Stoliar brings extensive experience in metals and mining, having served as CFO and Executive Director at Vale S.A. He currently manages partner at Studio Investimentos, focusing on Brazilian equities. Stoliar chaired Tupy S.A. and serves on boards of Knijnik Engenharia Integrada and LogZ Logistica Brasil S.A. He holds a B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering, a postgraduate degree in Production Engineering, and an Executive MBA from PDG-SDE/RJ.
Before joining Emergence, Santi founded AXG Tecnonexo, a SaaS e-learning company in Argentina. He expanded the company to 150+ employees with operations across Latin America and the U.S. Santi is also a founding board member of Puente Labs, an organization that helps founders of Latin American high-potential growth companies scale their businesses globally. He received an MBA with distinction from Harvard Business School and holds a BS in Economics from St. Andrew’s University in Argentina. He is a Kauffman Fellow, an Endeavor Entrepreneur, and currently serves on the boards of Airkit, Civitas Learning, Clearco, CrunchBase, High Alpha, Openpath, Quasar, Restorando, Talent Hack, Top Hat, Xapo and Zoom.
Rosa was the founder and served as the CEO of Iberia Tiles, in Miami, Florida from 1980 until 2012 when the company was sold. She was a director of Sabadell United Bank in Miami from 2006 to 2017, and a former Board member and past Chairman of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, Miami Branch. Sugrañes became a director of First Horizon in July 2020 upon the closing of the merger of IBERIABANK Corporation with First Horizon. She had previously served as a director of IBERIABANK Corporation since 2018.
JOSÉ
S. SUQUET
Age: 67
New Orleans, LA
Nationality:
Chairman of the Board and CEO, Pan-American Life Insurance Group
Suquet has led PALIG’s strategic growth since 2004. Under his leadership, PALIG has more than tripled in size, with assets growing from $1.6 billion to $6.9 billion. His focus on life, accident & health insurance, along with strategic M&As, has been instrumental in PALIG’s success. Prior to PALIG, he held senior management positions in the insurance industry for over four decades, including serving as Senior EVP & Chief Distribution Officer of AXA Financial. He founded The Suquet Agency, achieving sales leadership at Equitable, earning Equitable’s President’s Trophy for 8 consecutive years.
Financial Corporation, Pan-American Life Insurance, Ochsner Health System Boards
Age: 53
Providence, RI
Nationality:
Senior Counsel, Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C.
Son of Dominican immigrants, Angel followed his “Head Start to Harvard” journey to become first Latino elected Mayor of Providence, RI, winning various accolades including the $5 million grand prize for the inaugural Bloomberg Philanthropies Mayors Challenge and Common Cause Rhode Island’s Excellence in Public Service Award. Angel’s principled and collaborative leadership saved Providence from bankruptcy and put the City on firm financial footing. Currently, Angel practices law, is an adjunct professor and serves on the Board of the oldest community bank in the country.
Zoom Video Communications, OpenPath Security Inc., Clearbanc, and CrunchBase Boards
ANGEL TAVERAS
JENNIFER TEJADA
Age: 52
San Francisco, CA
Nationality:
Chief Executive Officer, PagerDuty, Inc.
Age: 50
San Francisco, CA
Nationality:
Prior to joining PagerDuty in July 2016, Tejada was President and CEO of Keynote Systems, a software company specializing in digital performance analytics and web and mobile testing, from 2013 to 2015. She was Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer of Mincom, an enterprise software company, from 2008 to 2011. She has also previously held senior positions at Merivale Group, Procter & Gamble, and i2 Technologies.
Maria Teresa Tejada is an expert in the global financial services practice. She advises clients on corporate strategy, risk management and governance topics. Prior to Bain & Co., Inc., Tejada was the chief strategic enterprise risk officer at Wells Fargo & Company with a focus on leveraging enterprise risk programs for regulatory remediation, as well as deputy chief risk officer and chief credit officer at KeyCorp where she was responsible for group-level risk oversight. She spent 16 years at Goldman Sachs between New York and London, in emerging markets fixed income and Latin America investment banking then ultimately served as managing director of credit risk management & advisory for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region.
Age: 60
Utah and California
Nationality:
Felicia is currently Chair of the Board, Audit Chair, Nominating & Corporate Governance Chair for a number of private and public companies. She has also served as CEO for multiple billion dollar retail and services companies and as CFO of a Fortune 35 company. Thornton is currently a member of the boards of directors for Floor & Decor, Pactiv Evergreen, Ares Acquisition Corporation II and numerous private companies. She is an active member of LCDA, Fellow with NACD and holds a B.S in Economics from Santa Clara University and an M.B. A. from University of Southern California.
Trinity 3 LLC
Age: 63 Beacon, NY Nationality:
Tirado is the founder and president of O Communications & Solutions, Inc., a prominent minority- and women-owned public relations and branding agency established in 2017. Prior to this role, she served as the executive director of The Bronx Tourism Council (BTC) for ten years, a division of the Bronx Economic Development Corporation. During her tenure, Olga revitalized the Bronx's image through strategic campaigns that highlighted its cultural richness, history, and diversity to both local and global audiences. She spearheaded initiatives that connected cultural partners, restaurants, arts institutions, businesses, and corporate entities, and managed high-profile events such as Bronx Week, Tour de Bronx, and Savor The Bronx Restaurant Week.
Age: 59 Los Angeles, CA Nationality:
Tirador is President, Chief Executive Officer, Director of Mercury. He has served as Chief Executive Officer since January 1, 2007 and as President since October 2001. He was tVice President and Chief Financial Officer from February 1998 until October 2001. From January 1997 to February 1998, he served as Vice President and Controller of the Automobile Club of Southern California. Tirador has over 30 years experience in the property and casualty insurance industry.
Estée Lauder Boards
FELICIA D. THORNTON Founder & Director,
Ares Acquisition Corporation II, Floor & Decor, Pactiv Evergreen, Number Holdings, Convergint Technologies, CoolSys Boards
MARÍA TERESA TEJADA Partner, Bain & Co
OLGA LUZ TIRADO
President, O Communications & Solutions
Orange County Bank Trust Boards
GABRIEL TIRADOR
Chief Executive Officer, Mercury General Corporation
JORGE TITINGER
Age: 63
Brentwood, TN Nationality:
Fmr CEO, Silicon Graphics International Corp.
Titinger is the CEO of Titinger Consulting, specializing in strategy, M&A culture, and leadership coaching. With over 30 years in high tech, he led Silicon Graphics and Verigy, turning them around successfully. Jorge is an acclaimed author and public speaker, advocating for diversity and inclusion in corporate success. Recognized as "CEO of the Year" and among the "Top 100 Latinos in Technology," he mentors with Endeavor and serves on multiple boards including Axcelis Technologies and CalAmp Corp. Jorge holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering and Engineering Management from Stanford University.
Age: 56
Miami, FL
Nationality:
JOSE TOMAS
Chief Administrative Officer, TelevisaUnivision Inc.
IVAN TORNOS
Age: 48
Warsaw, IN Nationality:
President and Chief Executive Officer, Zimmer Biomet
Tomás is the Chief Administrative Officer at Univision Communications Inc., overseeing strategic support areas including Human Resources, Corporate Communications, Enterprise Technology Services, Facilities/Real Estate, Social Impact, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Corporate Safety, Health, and Security. Previously, he co-founded and managed BrandSparc, a global consultancy firm, and held senior executive roles at General Motors, Anthem Inc., and Burger King Corporation. Tomás holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and a Master’s Degree in Management from Florida International University. He is recognized for his expertise in operations, people management, and corporate culture.
Tornos brings nearly three decades of diverse experience in global medical device, diagnostics, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical industries. His career spans Fortune 50 to 500 companies, startups, and international projects, with expertise in sales, marketing, business development, strategy, and general management. Ivan has managed P&L operations across multiple continents and held leadership roles in the US, Latin America, EMEA, and APAC regions. He is known for his strategic acumen, turnaround expertise, and successful track record in new business development and global market expansion. Ivan is also experienced in board governance, IPOs, and financial restructuring within publicly traded companies.
Age: 57
New Hope, PA
Nationality:
DENICE M. TORRES Founder and CEO, The Ignited Company
Age: 53
London, UK
Nationality:
LIGIA TORRES MALLARONI
Denice has 25 years of management experience in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer healthcare. She served in senior leadership roles at Johnson & Johnson, including Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer for the global medical device business. She is credited for leading one of the most significant transformations in J&J history. She was of President, McNeil Consumer Healthcare. She also led the recovery of OTC brands, including the iconic Tylenol portfolio. At J&J, she also served as President of Janssen Pharmaceuticals where she drove turnaround growth. Before joining J&J, she had a 14-year career at Lilly where she was the executive director of global neuroscience and director of U.S. women’s health.
Torres’ professional experience includes over 30 years in the financial sector across capital markets, wealth management and asset management, where she held operational, managerial and board positions covering Latin America, Asia, and Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The last 20 years of her professional career were within the BNP Paribas Group. From 2013 up to her retirement in 2021, she worked in the asset management division where she first led the emerging market activities to subsequently become Chief Executive Officer of the Asia Pacific region based in Hong Kong. Torres has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from ITAM and postgraduate degrees in International Finance and Derivatives from HEC (Paris) and from the University of Paris Dauphine IX. She has followed the Oxford University program on Corporate Sustainability Leadership and the Non-executive Director program of the FT, focused on Corporate Governance.
Founder and Chairman of the Trujillo Group, LLC; Co-founder and Chairman of the Latino Donor Collaborative; Co-founder of L’ATTITUDE
Age: 46
San Francisco, CA Nationality:
Solomon (Sol) D. Trujillo is a global business executive who has uniquely served as CEO in three large market-cap global companies in three different corridors of the world, driving unprecedented growth in communications, media, and technology companies. Mr. Trujillo was named one of the 100 Most Influential Latinos in the world. He has served as a board director for several major firms including Bank of America, PepsiCo, and Target, and is currently on the board of Western Union. He is founder and chairman of the Trujillo Group, LLC; co-founder and chairman of the Latino Donor Collaborative; co-founder of L’ATTITUDE, and the co-founder of L’ATTITUDE Ventures, a purpose-led venture fund that invests in early-stage US Latino-led and owned businesses.
Based in San Francisco, he leads TPG's Internet, digital media, and communications investing efforts across the firm’s Growth and Capital platforms. He led TPG Growth's investments in Airbnb and Uber. He previously served on the Boards of Lynda. com, Fenwal Therapeutics, HSM Electronic Protection Services, Sorenson Communications and, Triad Financial. Prior to joining TPG in 2006, he was a VP at GTCR Golder Rauner. Trujillo received an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business and BA in economics from Yale University.
GARY L. TRUJILLO
Age: 63
AZ
Nationality:
Founder, President & CEO, Southwest Harvard Group Venture Capital, LLC
Age: 62 Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Fmr VP-Lexus Customer Service, Toyota North America
LUIS UBINAS
Age: 61
VT
Chairman Statue of Liberty - Ellis Island Foundation
Trujillo has been a serial entrepreneur for over 30 years with significant experience as a CEO, financier, operator, and independent corporate board member. MTrujillo is the founder of Southwest Harvard Group Venture Capital (SHG), an investment firm and Family Office since 1990. SHG has a proven track record of creating and investing in businesses for growth and profitability with an average return on investment of 40%. SHG recently acquired Standard Printing Company, of which he currently serves as its Executive Chairman. Trujillo also has three decades of independent board experience, including serving on four publicly traded company boards and multiple privately owned company boards. Mr. Trujillo has extensive board experience in the technology, healthcare, auto finance, real estate, and banking industries.
Turner joined PRA Group’s Board of Directors in June 2021. Ms. Turner currently serves as Vice President, Guest Retention of Toyota Motors North America. From 1991 to 2020, she held multiple positions with increasing responsibilities at Toyota Motors including Vice President, Lexus Customer Satisfaction and Vice President, Toyota Customer Relations. Ms. Turner is actively involved in Toyota Motors’ diversity, equity and inclusion ("DEI") initiatives, serving as the executive advisor to Social Innovation, a diversity and inclusion support member on the Diversity Advisory Board, and the Executive Sponsor of the Latino Employee Resource Group and representing Lexus at events such as the Women in Automotive Summit and Women Panel for New York Auto Show. Turner holds her M.B.A. from Loyola Marymount University and B.A. from University of California Irvine.
Luis Ubinas is lead director at Electronic Arts, and serves on the boards of ATT and Tanger. He also invests in and advises a number of private and pre-IPO companies. He has served as President of the Ford Foundation, a senior partner at McKinsey & Company and an Obama-era appointee to the Export-Import Bank and the International Trade Commission. Luis is currently chair of the Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation. He also serves on the Advisory Board of the United Nations Fund for International Partnerships and chairs the Finance Committee for the New York Public Library.
DAVID I. TRUJILLO Partner, TPG
PEGGY TURNER
PRA Group, Inc.
Age: 60
New York, NY
Nationality:
CARLOS A UNANUE
President, Goya de Puerto Rico, Inc.
President of Goya de Puerto Rico, Inc. since 2003 and of Goya Santo Domingo, S.A. since 1994, food processors and distributors. Unanue has 34 years of experience at Goya Foods, Inc., a privately held family business with operations in the United States, Puerto Rico, Spain, and the Dominican Republic that is dedicated to the sale, marketing and distribution of Hispanic food, as well as to the food processing and canned food manufacturing business.
Uribe served as the Global Productivity and Organization Transformation Officer of The Procter & Gamble Company, the world’s largest maker of consumer packaged goods, from December 2012 to July 1, 2015. Prior to that, Mr. Uribe spent more than 33 years with Procter & Gamble. He served as Procter & Gamble’s President, Latin America from July 2004 to November 2012. Prior to that, Mr. Uribe was the Marketing and Sales Vice President for Latin America for three years and Vice President for Venezuela and the Andean Region for the previous two and one-half years. Before that, he held a number of positions of increasing responsibility in Switzerland, The Caribbean, Cyprus, Malaysia, United Arab Emirates & Gulf Countries, Saudi Arabia and Colombia. Uribe served for two 3-years periods as a non-executive director of United Way Worldwide , a not-for-profit, charitable organization.
Age: 53
Dallas, TX
Nationality:
NINA G. VACA Chairman and CEO, Pinnacle
Group
Age: 60
New York, NY
Nationality:
Nina Vaca is founder and CEO of Pinnacle Group, the largest Latina-owned global workforce solutions provider. Among the few Latinas serving on the boards of public companies, Nina was named one of the top five 50 Most Powerful Latinas by Fortune Magazine. As a civic leader and philanthropist, she has increased diversity at the board level and served as a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship through the White House. She is a Henry Crown Fellow at the Aspen Institute, a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations, and was inducted into the Minority Business Hall of Fame.
Valentín has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer of ABM Industries Incorporated, overseeing global HR operations for over 100,000 employees. Previously, he held senior HR roles at Coty, Inc., Comcast Corporation, Covance Inc., Frito-Lay North America, and R.H. Macy & Co., Inc. Born in Puerto Rico and fluent in English and Spanish, Valentín holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He has also held human resources leadership roles at Covance Inc., a global biopharmaceutical drug development services company, Frito-Lay North America, a division of PepsiCo, and R.H. Macy & Co., Inc.
Age: 45 Tampa, FL
Nationality:
Valiente is an accomplished attorney specializing in corporate governance, internal investigations, and high-stakes civil litigation. With a robust practice spanning public and private sectors, she navigates complex challenges such as fraud investigations, government enforcement actions, and securities litigation. Fluent in Spanish, Valiente has advised clients across Latin America, the U.S., and Asia, leveraging her deep expertise in areas like securities fraud, False Claims Act violations, and regulatory compliance. She serves on the board of directors of HCI Group, Inc., where she chairs the Sustainability Committee and contributes to the Compensation Committee, reinforcing her commitment to governance excellence and corporate sustainability.
Comerica Inc., Cinemark Holdings, Inc., Austin Industries, Inc. Boards
JORGE A. URIBE Independent Board Director
Age: 67 Panama Nationality:
General Mills, Ingredion, Grupo Argos, Carvajal SA Boards
RAUL J. VALENTIN EVP & Chief Human Resources Officer
Quantas Services Boards
LAUREN VALIENTE Of Counsel, Foley & Lardner LLP
Age: 57 Denver, CO Nationality:
FRANCES M. VALLEJO Independent Director
Age: 57
Los Angeles, CA
Nationality:
Vallejo is a former executive officer of ConocoPhillips where she began her career in 1987. She served as Vice President Corporate Planning and Development from 2015 until 2016 and as Vice President and Treasurer from 2008 until 2015. Prior to 2008, she served as General Manager Corporate Planning and Budgets, Vice President Upstream Planning & Portfolio Management, Assistant Treasurer, Manager Strategic Transactions, and in other geophysical, commercial, and finance roles. Vallejo served as a member of the Board of Trustees of Colorado School of Mines from 2010 until 2016 and is a member of Colorado School of Mines Foundation Board of Governors.
Pascal Van Dooren has over 25 years of global technology-related experience spanning industries from accounting/finance to CRM, ERP and GRC categories with organizations including Galvanize, Avalara, Sage and Epicor. Van Dooren is a technology executive with a strategic management background, including private and public company, M&A and IPO experience, and sits on the board of several technology companies. Up until 2021, as CRO of Galvanize, Van Dooren led the company’s go-to-market functions, supporting a transformation agenda focused on growth, culture, technology, business model, global go to-market scale and M&A positioning. Prior to Galvanize, Van Dooren was CRO at Avalara (AVLR), where he oversaw the go-to market development and strategy of the company as Avalara grew both domestically and internationally, with the opening of offices in the United States, Europe, Latin America and Asia and an IPO in 2018.
Age: 52
Boston, MA
Nationality:
Chief Executive Officer, Hispanic Scholarship Fund
RAUL VARGAS
Age: 48
Los Angeles, CA
Vargas has served as Chief Executive Officer of the Hispanic Scholarship Fund since January 2013. Prior to joining the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, he worked as a Partner at Centinela Capital Partners from 2006 to 2012, and from 1992 to 1997, Vargas served as Mayor for the City of Baldwin Park, California. Vargas serves on the President’s Commission on White House Fellowships and holds an M.B.A. and an A.B. in Social Studies from Harvard University.
Vargas has more than two decades of international leadership experience in global life and non-life insurance markets across the U.S., Latin America and Europe. Mr. Vargas was appointed CEO of Farmers Group, Inc. and became a member of the Executive Committee in January 2023. In his extensive career with the Zurich Group, he served most recently as president of distribution, life and financial services for Farmers Group, Inc.sFrom 2014 to 2022, Vargas was CEO of Zurich Santander Insurance America. Prior to this, he held a variety of leadership roles in different geographies, including head of distribution and proposition management of Zurich Santander in Madrid, Spain from 2011 to 2014, head of life business Latin America in Miami, Florida, from 2007 to 2010, as well as chief life actuary and head of product development in Milan, Italy from 2004 to 2007.
Oportun,is a financial technology company and digital banking platform that aims to make financial health effortless for everyone. He has set a bold vision for the company to deliver a complete set of financial solutions that meet the everyday needs of hardworking people, from borrowing and savings to banking, investing, and more. Under his leadership, Oportun has become a profitable and publicly traded fintech and neo-bank with an unparalleled suite of digital banking products. He joined Oportun in 2012 after having held senior leadership roles at Walmart, including President and CEO of Walmart.com, and EVP and President of Walmart West. Raul is a graduate of Stanford University with an MBA at the Wharton School of Business.
FIDEL VARGAS
Snap Boards
PASCAL VAN DOOREN
Independent Director
Delinea Boards
Age: 47
San Franciso, CA
Nationality:
ANILU VÁZQUEZ-UBARRI
Chief Operating Officer, TPG Inc.
TPG Inc., Upwork, Greenhouse Boards
Age: 64
Colombia
Nationality:
JARAMILLO
President, Grupo Argos
Anilu is a member of TPG Inc.’s Board of Directors and Executive Committee, the Executive Sponsor of TPG NEXT, and cochair of the TPG Diversity Equity and Inclusion Council with CEO, Jon Winkelried. Prior to joining TPG in August 2018, Anilu was with Goldman Sachs for more than 11 years, where she most recently was the firm’s Global Head of Talent and Chief Diversity Officer. Prior to Goldman Sachs, Anilu was an associate at Shearman & Sterling LLP in the Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits group from 2002 to 2007. Anilu received an AB in History and Latin American Studies, cum laude, from Princeton University and a JD from Fordham University School of Law.
Velásquez Jaramillo is a Civil Engineer from Escuela de Ingeniería de Antioquia. He heads Grupo Argos since April 2016, previously serving as President of Cementos Argos. His career at Argos started in 1986, encompassing roles like Vice President of Logistics, General Manager of Cementos del Nare, and Regional Vice President for the Caribbean. Velásquez sits on the boards of Cementos Argos S.A., Celsia S.A., Odinsa S.A., Summit Materials Inc., Grupo Sura S.A., and is involved with Fundación Grupo Argos, Proantioquia, and Universidad EIA's Superior Council.
Age: 56
Houston, TX
Nationality:
ALEJANDRA VELTMANN Independent Board Director
CARLA VERNON CEO, The Honest Company
Age: 55 Mineapolis, MN
Nationality:
Veltmann brings over 32 years of diverse financial leadership experience to her roles. She currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors at California Resources Corporation since 2021 and at NET Power, Inc., a clean technology company, since 2023. Ms. Veltmann is also the Senior Advisor of ESG Lynk, a sustainability reporting firm she founded and previously led as CEO. Her career includes pivotal roles such as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer at Paragon Offshore Plc. and various positions at Geokinetics, Inc. She began her career in auditing at KPMG LLP and Arthur Andersen LLP. Ms. Veltmann holds a BBA in Accounting from The University of New Mexico and is a certified public accountant. She completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School and holds the FSA Credential from the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board.
Vernón is an American businesswoman currently serving as the CEO of The Honest Company. She previously held executive positions at Amazon and General Mills, where she led the Natural and Organic Foods division. In January 2023, Vernón became the first Afro-Latina CEO of a publicly traded company. Known for her strategic leadership and commitment to innovation, she has been instrumental in driving growth and profitability at The Honest Company, focusing on digital expansion and market optimization. Vernón is also recognized for her board service and contributions to corporate governance and sustainability initiatives.
Company Boards
Age: 51 Atlanta, GA
Nationality:
ADOLFO VILLAGOMEZ
Chief Executive Officer, Progress Residential®
Kohl’s Corporation (KSS), TripleLift Boards
Villagomez is the CEO of Progress Residential, the largest private owner and operator of single-family rentals with over 95,000 homes in 40+ US markets. He focuses on modernizing the industry, enhancing resident experience, and fostering high-performing teams. Previously, Adolfo was President of The Home Depot's online business and CMO for U.S. Retail, overseeing a $20 billion eCommerce operation. He was a partner at McKinsey & Company and held executive roles at DuPont. Adolfo is a board member of Kohl’s and TripleLift. He holds an MBA from Yale and a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering from UNAM, and is fluent in Spanish and English.
JORGE MARIO VELASQUEZ
JOSÉ
ANTONIO VILLAMIL
Founder and Senior Advisor, The Washington Economics Group Inc. (WEG)
In George H.W. Bush’s administration, Jose Antonio served as U.S. Undersecretary of Commerce for Economic Affairs. He is a former Dean of the Scholl of Business at St. Thomas University in Miami and the former Chairman of the Governor’s Council of Economic Advisors of Florida. Villamil founded The Washington Economics Group (WEG). and serves as its Senior Advisor. Tony is a Board Director of Pan American Life Insurance where he chairs the Governance and Nominating Committee. He is also a Board Director Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS). At SBS, he chairs the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors.
Age: 68 Miami, FL
Nationality:
Chief Executive Officer, Baptist Health
Age: 58 Chicago, IL Nationality:
Villoch is the CEO of the Baptist Health Foundation, part of Baptist Health South Florida. She leads the Foundation’s philanthropic efforts and oversees government and community relations, as well as hospitality and international patient divisions. Villoch has been in this role since June 2019. Previously, she served as East Region Publisher for the McClatchy Company, managing print and digital operations for newspapers in the eastern U.S. She has also held leadership positions in the airline and banking industries. Her extensive experience in accounting, finance, and strategic planning, particularly in the South Florida market, brings valuable insight to the Board.
Lisboa retired as President and CEO of Navistar, Inc., a global original equipment manufacturer in the transportation industry in October 2021. Prior to his ultimate leadership role of the company, his 35-year career with Navistar included management positions in sales and marketing, manufacturing, supply chain, and procurement within both domestic and international operations. Lisboa is a graduate of Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration with a marketing specialization.
EDUARDO VIVAS
Age: 46 Palo Alto, CA
Nationality:
Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder, Curated
Age: 55 Sewickley, PA
Nationality:
Vivas has served as Chief Executive Officer at Curated.com, an online outdoor sports retailer he co-founded, since August 2017. From March 2014 to April 2017, Vivas served as Head of Product, Talent Solutions at LinkedIn Corporation, a business and employment-oriented online service. He joined LinkedIn through its acquisition of Bright.com, an employment website company he co-founded and served as Chief Product Officer from October 2011 to February 2014.
Sandra has been on Republic’s board of directors since December 2016. She is Senior Vice President, Strategic Planning, Communications and Business Development Solutions for FedEx Ground, where she has worked since 2000. Volpe graduated from Kent State University and earned her MBA from the University of Pittsburgh.
PERSIO VINICIUS LISBOA Independent Director
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
ALEXANDRA VILLOCH
Synovus Boards
AppLovin Boards
SANDRA M. VOLPE
Senior Vice President, FedEx Ground
Natica von Althann has served as a Director of PPL Corporation, one of the largest investor-owned utilities in the U.S. with approximately 18,000 megawatts of power generation, since December 1, 2009 and as a Director of TD Bank US Holding Company and its two bank subsidiaries, TD Bank, N.A. and TD Bank USA, N.A. since 2009. She was a founding partner of C&A Advisors, a consulting firm for financial services and risk management from 2009 to 2013, following her retirement in 2008 as the Senior Credit Risk Management Executive for Bank of America and Chief Credit Officer of U.S. Trust, an investment management company owned by Bank of America. Previously, she spent 26 years with Citigroup in various leadership roles, including Division Executive – Latin America for the Citigroup Private Bank, Managing Director and Global Retail Industry Head, and Managing Director and co-head of the U.S. Telecommunications –Technology group for Citicorp Securities.
Age: 56
Toms River, NJ
Nationality:
Glenn A. Votek served as Senior Advisor to the Company from March 2020 to August 2020 after serving as Interim Chief Executive Officer and President of the Company from November 2019 to March 2020. Previously, he was Chief Financial Officer of the Company from August 2013 to December 2019. Mr. Votek has over 30 years of experience in financial services. Prior to joining the Company in 2013, Mr. Votek was an Executive Vice President and Treasurer at CIT Group since 1999 and also President of Consumer Finance since 2012. Prior to that, he worked at AT&T and its finance subsidiary from 1986 to 1999 in various financial management roles. Mr. Votek currently serves on the Rutgers Business School Alumni Board for Learning Experiences. Mr. Votek holds a B.S. in Finance and Economics from Kean University/University of Arizona, a M.B.A in Finance from Rutgers University and attended the Executive Education Program of the Colgate W. Darden Graduate School of Business Administration at the University of Virginia. In addition, Mr. Votek has completed the Carnegie Mellon/NACD Cyber-Risk Oversight Program and earned the CERT Certificate in Cybersecurity Oversight. Mr. Votek has also earned the Diligent Institute Climate Leadership Certification, which focuses on oversight of climate risk and related business strategies, and the NACD Directorship Certification.
Age: 64
New York, NY
Nationality:
ALBERTO WEISSER
Former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Bunge Limited
Age: 51
Austin, TX
Nationality:
Weisser served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Bunge Limited, a global food, commodity and agribusiness company, from 1999 until June 2013, and as Executive Chairman until December 2013. Weisser previously served as Bunge’s Chief Financial Officer from 1993 to 1999. Prior to his tenure at Bunge, Weisser worked at BASF Group, a chemical company, in various finance-related positions. He also served as a Senior Advisor at Lazard Ltd. from 2015 until August 2018. Weisser serves as a member of the Supervisory Board of Bayer AG. He is also a member of the Board of Directors of PepsiCo, where he has been a member of the Audit Committee since 2011 and Chairman of the Audit Committee since 2016. He also serves on the Americas Advisory Panel of Temasek International Pte. Ltd., a Singapore-based investment company.
Welborn has been a Director of the Company since October 2021. Since December 2021, Welborn has been serving as the Head of Meta Decision Science for Meta Inc. Prior to that, he was the Head of Programs Data Science, Small Business Group for Meta Inc. where he oversaw the development of solutions used by over 140 million businesses around the world. Before joining Meta Inc. in 2020, he held various positions within General Motors between 2018 and 2020, including Global Chief Data and Analytics Officer and served in several positions of increasing responsibility at USAA between 2009 and 2017, including Chief Data Scientist. From 1996 to 2009, Welborn was employed at Perot Systems and Wagonhound Investments. Welborn holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Texas A&M University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of California, San Diego.
Age: 76 California
Nationality:
Tony is former Chairman of the Board, President and CEO of Applied Biosystems, Inc. (formerly Applera Corporation), a developer, manufacturer and marketer of life science systems and genomic information products, having served in those positions from 1995 until his retirement in 2008. Formerly a director at C.R. Bard, Inc. White carries wealth of management experience in the life sciences and health care industries, including over 13 years as Chairman and CEO of an advanced-technology life sciences company and 26 years in various management positions at Baxter International, Inc.
NATICA VON ALTHANN
partner, C&A Advisors
PepsiCo, Linde PLC, Bayer AG Boards
GLENN VOTEK Independent Board Director
Annaly Capital Management Boards
ROBERT WELBORN Head of Meta Decision Science, Meta Inc.
NOV Boards
TONY L. WHITE
Former Chairman, President and CEO of Applied Biosystems Inc
Ingersoll Rand Boards
Age: 66 Bethesda, MD Nationality:
ALEJANDRO DANIEL WOLFF Independent Director, Retired Diplomat
Albemarle Inc., Frontier Group Holdings Boards
Alejandro Daniel served as U.S. Ambassador to Chile from September 2010 until retirement in August 2013 and as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations (2005-2010). He has more than 33 years of service in the U.S. Department of State, including service in Algeria, Morocco, Chile, Cyprus, the U.S. Mission to the European Union in Brussels, and as Deputy Chief of Mission and Charge d’Affaires in France. From 2014 – 2016, he was Managing Director of Gryphon Partners LLC (a global advisory firm focused on frontier markets).
Age: 59
Charlotte, NC
Nationality:
Woods, MBA, MHA, FACHE, age 59, is CEO of Advocate Health, one of the largest non-profit health systems in the U.S., serving over six million patients across six states with nearly 155,000 employees. With 30 years of healthcare leadership experience, he has been chair of the American Hospital Association and the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond. Recognized multiple times by Modern Healthcare as one of the most influential people in healthcare, he received the Gail L. Warden Leadership Excellence Award. Woods holds three degrees from Pennsylvania State University.
Age: 67
Chicago, IL
Nationality:
Wynne is a seasoned executive with a track record of leading organizations to financial success and operational excellence. She has expertise in business turnarounds, restructures, and mergers across public, private, and nonprofit sectors. Currently, Maria serves on the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago board. As CEO of Leadership Greater Chicago, she transformed the organization, increasing revenue by 250% and founding The Daniel Burnham Fellowship. She also led the merger of seven entities as CEO of Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, boosting revenue by 18%. At Microsoft and Xerox, Maria drove significant market positioning and P&L leadership.
Age: 63
Austin, TX
Nationality:
Yzaguirre has experience serving on the Boards of Directors of for-profit and non-profit organizations, including publicly-listed and privately-held companies, and has served as Chairman of Audit & Compliance, Risk and Compensation Committees. Max has over 35 years of leadership experience in domestic and international business, government and law, and expertise in a wide variety of industries and sectors, including electricity, oil and gas, banking, real estate, telecommunications and private equity investing. Max has specific executive expertise in starting new businesses in evolving market conditions. He served first as Chairman and CEO of the Forbes Bros. U.S. operation and ultimately as the Executive Chairman of Forbes Bros. Holdings. He also served as the Chairman of the Public Utility Commission of Texas from 2001 to 2002 and was a member of the board of directors of Texas Regional Bancshares, Inc.
Age: 53 Washington, DC
Nationality:
Zarate is the Global Co-Managing Partner & Chief Strategy Officer of K2 Integrity. He is also the Chairman and Co-Founder of Consilient, a groundbreaking fintech company. Zarate is the chairman and co-founder of the Center on Economic and Financial Power (CEFP) at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, senior adviser at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, and a senior fellow at West Point’s Combating Terrorism Center. Since 2014, he has served as the first-ever independent advisor to Coinbase, the largest U.S. cryptocurrency exchange. For over five years, Mr. Zarate sat on the board of the Vatican’s Financial Information Authority with two appointments from Pope Francis, and for seven years, he was the U.S. advisor on HSBC’s Financial System Vulnerabilities Committee. He also sat on the boards of Boston Dynamics and Cambridge Quantum Computing North America Holdings. JUAN CARLOS ZARATE
MARIA WYNNE Independent Board Director
Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago Boards
EUGENE ANTONIO WOODS Chief Executive Officer, Advocate Health
Best Buy, Johnson & Johnson Boards
M. MAX YZAGUIRRE
Altria Group Inc., Aris Water Solutions, Luther Burbank Corporation, FireFly Automatix, WaFd Bank Boards
Age: 71
Connecticut/ Mexico City
Nationality:
ERNESTO ZEDILLO PONCE DE LEÓN
President of Mexico from 1994-2000. Director, Center for the Study of Globalization and Professor in the Field of International Economics and Politics, Yale University
Alcoa Corp. Boards
EDDY ZERVIGÓN
Age: 54 Mendham, NJ
Nationality:
He has been at Yale University since 2002. Zedillo was President of Mexico from 1994 to 2000. He served in the Federal Government of Mexico as Undersecretary of the Budget; as Secretary of Economic Programming and the Budget and board member of various state-owned enterprises, including PEMEX, Mexico’s national oil company and as Secretary of Education. Earlier, he was with the central bank of Mexico where he served as deputy manager of economic research and deputy director and was the founding General Director of the Trust Fund for the Coverage of Exchange Risks. His administration is regarded as a good one for economic recovery for the mexican economy and opening an age for oposition party presidents of Mexico
Zervigon is a seasoned senior executive with extensive operational, restructuring, and turnaround experience. Throughout his career in investment banking and corporate advisory, Zervigon has amassed an impressive track-record working with management teams to craft, refine, and execute winning business plans; hire highly effective teams; and lead successful investment monetization via sale or IPO. He has been a Special Advisor at Riverside Management Group, a boutique merchant bank, since 2012 and currently serves as board member for other companies.
Age: 69
Dallas, TX
Nationality:
Zoradi served as CEO of Cinemark from August 2015 to December 31, 2021. Zoradi spent 30 years at The Walt Disney Company, a major motion picture studio, including serving as the President of Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Group. Prior to that, Zoradi served in a variety of positions of increasing responsibility with The Walt Disney Company, including as the General Manager of Buena Vista Television and President of Buena Vista International with responsibility for the international theatrical and home entertainment marketing and distribution of Disney, Touchstone and Pixar films. Zoradi also served as the President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Dick Cook Studios from January 2011 until July 2014 and the COO of DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. from August 2014 until January 2015.
Age: 57 North Miami Beach, FL
Nationality:
ALFONSO "CHITO" G. ZULUETA
President and CEO, CZ Ventures LLC
Age: 55 Denver, CO
Nationality:
LISA ZUNIGA RAMIREZ President, Éxito
Consulting LLC
He retired in 2021, and spent over 30 years at Eli Lilly and Company in various roles of increasing responsibility, including most recently as President, International from 2017 until his retirement. He was a corporate officer and member of Eli Lilly and Company’s executive committee. He previously served as a member of the board of the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA), and US-Japan Business Council. He received his Bachelor of Arts from De La Salle University in the Philippines, and his MBA from Colgate Darden Graduate School of Business Administration at the University of Virginia.
Zúñiga Ramirez is a seasoned institutional investor and board director with over 30 years of experience in capital markets and corporate governance. She served as a Senior Portfolio Manager and Partner at Denver Investments LLC, later acquired by Segal Bryant and Hamill, where she managed diverse portfolios and contributed to significant asset growth. Lisa currently serves as an Independent Director at Century Communities, Inc. and Peoples Financial Services Corporation, and as a Trustee of the Trust for Professional Managers. Committed to community service, she contributes her expertise to nonprofit boards including Vuela for Health and the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) Colorado Chapter. Lisa holds a BSBA from the University of Colorado at Denver, an MBA from Regis University, and is a Chartered Financial Analyst.
MARK ZORADI Independent Director
Cinemark Boards
CEO, Quantum Exchange
Maxar Technologies, Bloom Energy Boards
Glooko, CTS Corporation Boards
HEAVY PREPARATION AND PATIENCE:
Fred Diaz, who had a stellar career in the auto industry shares what it takes to garner your first board role.
For decades, he led large automotive companies and brands such as the Ram Truck Brand, Chrysler de Mexico, Nissan North America and Mitsubishi in Japan and North America.Today, Fred Diaz is on a new path. He serves four public boards listed on the NYSE and NASDAQ — Valero Energy Corporation (a fortune 50 company), Archer Aviation Inc., Smith & Wesson Brands Inc., SiteOne Landscape Inc. (formerly John Deere Landscapes.)
Away from directly leading companies on a day-to-day basis, Diaz, who retired as the CEO and Chairperson of the Board for Mitsubishi Motors North America, felt he had much to offer companies given his broad domestic and international experience.
Highly engaged, active and hungry to do the right things for the companies he serves, Diaz clearly understands he is not there to run the businesses. He is there for strategic oversight and governance.
“As a CEO, one is in the throes of being strategically focused and ultimately operationally responsible for every area of the company. As a board member, one must be preliminarily understand that you're not there to give orders or give specific direction on the day-to-day operations of company functions,” he said. “Your fiduciary responsibility is to provide high level oversight relative to the strategy of where the company is going and whether or not that strategy fits with the shared responsibility to serve your stakeholders.”
KEY TO LANDING A BOARD ROLE AND ULTIMATELY DELIVERING STRONG CONTRIBUTIONS
Truck master
Born in San Antonio, Texas, Diaz grew up around ranches in South Texas. “Working on a ranch is incredibly therapeutic for me, as it gives me a brief respite to get away from it all. Ranch work is hard work, but a different kind of work that allows you to clear your mind and a truck is an essential tool” Diaz told MotorTrendmagazine in 2012.
A graduate of Texas Lutheran University with a degree in business with an emphasis in psychology, Diaz landed a job as a trainee in 1989 in Chrysler’s Dallas, Texas zone. A year later he became a District Manager of Service and Parts Operations before crossing over to multiple positions in sales, marketing and operations and earning his MBA in Michigan.
His automotive career took off. He eventually became the President and CEO of the Ram Truck Brand and lived in Mexico as the President and CEO of Chrysler de Mexico.
In 2013, Nissan U.S.A. recruited Diaz where he served as a Corporate Officer and Senior Vice President with full responsibility of the day-to-day operations for sales, marketing, fixed operations, dealer network, parts, service, and administration.
By 2018, Diaz, known by then as a truck and commercial vehicle virtuoso in the auto industry, was leading Mitsubishi as the CEO and Chairperson of Mitsubishi North America.
Authenticity for the win
A top executive search firm offered Diaz an opportunity to serve on a board while he was still working full-time. In 2017 he began serving on the board of SiteOne Landscape which is, by far, the largest distributor of landscape supplies in the U.S. and Canada.
“Once retired, I was ultimately presented with the opportunity to serve on three additional public boards from very well-respected executive search firms. I serve and am heavily engaged with four tremendous public boards today and am honored to be the lead director of one of my boards and chair of multiple committees,” Diaz said. Though his automotive career was stel-
lar, it was far from easy. He admits that at times he dealt with what is known as the “imposter syndrome,” composed of a nagging feeling that he did not belong and that people who did not know him were questioning his success, believing it may be due to his heritage or last name.
“Early in my career, I am grateful for my many supporters, but I can vividly remember occasional feelings of self-doubt based on outward comments which were not intended for me to hear. That being said, those same comments created extreme motivation for me to work harder and redouble my efforts to be a student of the business and my role. After a few months in new roles, I like to believe I respectfully proved to people that ‘this guy really does care about us and does good things to make a positive difference towards improving our organization and making our business better,’” Diaz said.
Now that he serves four boards, we asked, what is the key to his success? How do you become a good board member?
“Just as important as a high IQ and EQ, business experience, or relevant degrees, it is critical to be extremely well-prepared for every single board meeting in advance,” he said. In advance of any board meeting, Diaz makes sure to read the details which are often over 450 pages in length.
“You must dedicate your time and effort to make sure you read and clearly understand the material and not just do a cursory flip through. In my opinion, that is extremely important. Being a student of the business for every one of the companies and boards you serve, and the corresponding industry is an absolute must.” Diaz said. “It is critical to understand the strategy and dynamics of what your company is going through and what the industry is going through and then couple that with your own personal experience as an executive to offer strategic insight.”
When asked about being selected for your first board, Diaz said it is sometimes a catch 22, because some companies prefer candidates who have prior board experience. Diaz counsels’ leaders who desire to serve boards, to study hard and volunteer for smaller boards to gain governance experience. In addition, candidates must be professionally dedicated to the board profession and very patient.
As he reflected to necessary skills to land the first board position, he highlighted “Having patience is key, because when you start your journey to become a board director, it does not happen overnight. When people ask me this question, I tell them to be prepared for a 9-to-12-month journey from the day you make a legitimate connection with someone about a potential board opportunity.”
“YOUR FIDUCIARY RESPONSIBILITY IS TO PROVIDE HIGH LEVEL OVERSIGHT RELATIVE TO THE STRATEGY OF WHERE THE COMPANY IS GOING AND WHETHER OR NOT THAT STRATEGY FITS WITH THE SHARED RESPONSIBILITY TO SERVE YOUR STAKEHOLDERS.”
Joseph Treviño Courtesy of Fred Diaz Luis E. González
BOARDS MUST ENGAGE TO FACE CHANGE
A conversation with CAROLINE DONLIN AND JAVIER PALOMAREZ
GROUP HEAD, ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION | BMO COMMERCIAL BANK
Courtesy of United States Hispanic Business Council & Rachel Melissa Photography F. Izquierdo
CD: The construction category is ranked as the #1 industry on the Latino Index500 of the largest Latino owned businesses. What factors contribute to this strong representation from this industry on the Index500?
JP: The construction industry ranks first because historically, Hispanics found it the easiest entry point into the workforce when they arrived in the U.S. Today, two significant developments highlight this sector's evolution: first, Hispanics not only work in the industry but increasingly own the companies driving its growth. Second, women are playing a significant role in owning exemplary companies within the industry. While there has been an increase of Hispanic owned companies in other sectors, specifically services and technology, the majority and still the largest firms are in the construction industry. Additionally, with the
implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, coupled with a residential construction boom, it is reasonable to believe that we will see further growth in this cornerstone industry. That is why America must continue to embrace the power and potential of Hispanic-owned companies and the millions of Hispanic construction and infrastructure workers in this country that get the job done. As I’ve always said, Hispanics build America.
CD: Despite this great success in the construction industry, what challenges persist for Latino-owned businesses, and where are untapped opportunities?
JP: Regardless of the industry they’re in, Hispanic entrepreneurs face significant challenges in accessing capital and finding reliable financial partners. We
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face challenges in securing loans despite performing on par, or even better, than non-Hispanic businesses. In fact, according to a Stanford Business study, Hispanic-owned businesses that applied for loans at traditional banks, had on average, three times the revenue of general market-owned businesses, less debt and similar credit scores. Yet, when applying for loans exceeding $100,000, only 20% of those Hispanicowned businesses were approved, compared to 50% of their general-market counterparts. This underscores the need for more supportive financial policy and practice. I believe that a real opportunity in growth lies in finding the right financial partner. A partner that believes in your business and buys into your vision.
CD: Corporate governance has evolved significantly over the years. What key changes have you observed, and what role has diversity played in shaping governance practices?
JP: Let me say at the onset, that the most valuable diversity in a boardroom is not ethnic, racial or gender diversity, but diversity of thought. With that said, it is a great business strategy to employ people that represent and understand the communities you serve. And while I believe businesses are realizing this, there is still plenty of room for improvement when it comes to board diversity, specifically as it relates to Hispanics. When I engage with corporate boards, I encourage them to reflect the changing face of America. I offer this advice not because it’s a nice thing to do, but because it's smart business. I view the current underrepresentation not as a failure but as an opportunity for corporations to understand the unique perspectives Hispanics bring to governance. Diverse boards are more in tune with consumers and aware of corporate expectations, making them more impactful than those lacking diversity. Strides have been made, but there is still a long way to go. The onus is on corporations to recognize the value women and minorities add to our economy. Diversity, whether ethnic, racial, gender, or cognitive, is critical to corporate America’s success and sustainability.
CD: You are part of the board at Mastec, the largest Latino-owned company, which is very inspiring to many. For aspiring board members, what advice would you offer to individuals seeking to join a board?
JP: First and foremost, I would emphasize the critical importance of preparation. Aspiring board members must immerse themselves in the industry they aim to serve, understanding its dynamics, challenges, and where it's headed. This involves a dive into industry regulations, emerging trends, and potential obstacles on the horizon. Knowledge truly is power in the boardroom.
Also, as a board member, you are one of the leaders of the company. As such one of your primary
accountabilities is to inspire. Inspire exploration, loyalty, teamwork and inspire other leaders. Leadership isn't just about making decisions; it's about igniting enthusiasm, fostering growth, and steering the company towards its fullest potential. This is a responsibility I take to heart, and one that every prospective board member should embrace. Furthermore, board members must possess a keen understanding of how to foster responsible and profitable growth. It's about balancing ambition with prudence, ensuring that every strategic move contributes to the organization's overall health and sustainability. Ultimately, the goal is to make the company not only a better investment but also a force for positive change in its industry and beyond. Aspiring board members should approach their journey with a blend of dedication, foresight, and a relentless drive to inspire progress. By embodying these principles, they can make invaluable contributions to the companies they serve and leave a lasting legacy of leadership and innovation.
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IT TAKES COURAGE TO BE A GOOD BOARD MEMBER
Adalio Sanchez was a trailblazer at IBM. He now mentors others with a passion for boards.
For Adalio Sanchez, a former pioneer at IBM, the first challenge for C-Suite executives, once they get on a board, is simple: recognize that you are now in a governance role and no longer management.
Joseph Treviño Courtesy of S Advisory Group
ADALIO SANCHEZ
Coming from someone like Sanchez, most business veterans would take heed. After all, his storied and remarkable career, mainly with IBM, left an indelible mark on the famous company.
“New board members must quickly realize that board service is very different from the operational role they are successful in and accustomed to. It requires discipline and a shift to an oversight focus. It requires a higher level of thinking, being highly inquisitive, and developing different skills. It is a completely different role, and it takes time. It took me time,” Sanchez said.
But now, Sanchez divides his time working as president of his S Group Advisory consulting firm and serving on boards. His boards include Avnet, Inc., ASM International NV, MITRE Corporation, two technology start-ups, and the Florida International University Foundation.
So, what are the main traits and qualities a person should have to become a good board member? What does Sanchez tell people when he mentors them?
“Of course, there are several traits a board member must possess,” answers Sanchez. “But in today’s fast-changing, complex business environment, speed of decision-making is crucial to success, and thus, in my opinion, the most critical virtue is courage.”
“Courage! Because it’s straightforward to do nothing and yet very hard to make the difficult decisions that are usually necessary. Whether it’s an acquisition or divestiture, the hiring or dismissal of the CEO, a pandemic, or a challenging risk or HR matter, you typically won’t have the perfect information to give you the obvious answer to deal with a situation. So, you must ask the hard questions, get the input of management, integrate that information with your deep personal experience, and have the courage to deal with ambiguity and make the tough decision,” Sanchez said. “Courage is quite frankly one of the biggest challenges facing corporate governance in America today.”
The man from IBM
A 32-year veteran of IBM Corporation, Sanchez was a senior executive and held several global management positions. He was a member of the company’s Performance Team, an elite unit of the corporation’s premier executive officers, and was the senior-ranking Hispanic at IBM when he was named to the post. In his last roles with the company, he was the General Manager of Modular Systems and managed two divisions with revenues exceeding $6B.
Ah, but there’s more, much more.
Prior gigs at IBM included roles such as Vice President of IBM Corporate Strategy, General Manager of the
TO BE A SUCCESSFUL BOARD DIRECTOR, ONE MUST BE CURIOUS AND OPEN TO IDEAS AND OTHER PERSPECTIVES.
Microelectronics semiconductor division, General Manager of the UNIX systems division, Chief Operating Officer of IBM’s PC business, and General Manager of the IBM ThinkPad division. He was key in cultivating the company’s early personal computers, and as head of the ThinkPad business, he led the creation of the Bluetooth industry consortium that made today’s popular communications link ubiquitous.
He also directed the transformation and growth of several global IBM divisions in the systems, storage, and semiconductors spaces. He supervised the creation of several of the world’s most powerful servers and supercomputer systems.
In his post-IBM career, he was senior vice president of Lenovo Group Limited and interim CEO of Quantum Corporation.
Satisfaction from serving
Sanchez listed courage as the preeminent virtue of a board member. What else?
“To be a successful board director, one must be curious and open to ideas and other perspectives. A board typically comes together only four or five times a year. So to be most effective, one has to be inquisitive and listen very carefully to what management and other board colleagues are saying to make informed decisions,” he said. “You may not always agree but must be respectful and transparent to arrive at the best collective outcomes.”
“It’s also incumbent on board directors to “stay current” on the industry dynamics their corporations operate in. To accomplish this, I am also a partner at a small venture capital firm focused on early-stage tech start-ups. I also serve on the board of trustees of the MITRE Corporation, which operates federallyfunded research and development centers on behalf of the US federal government.
Through these adjacent roles, I am at the forefront of key technology areas such as cyber, AI, and cloud, bringing important perspectives on these fields to the corporate boards I serve. I have broadened my board portfolio with other industry activities,” he said.
But, with businesses getting ever more complicated, with many dynamics and social activities, how does he make it all come together? How does he get some fulfillment?
He said: “I feel I am adding value when the CEO and/ or the leadership team reach out asking for advice or help and when the board’s tough decisions pan out in the marketplace. That is what makes me satisfied that I’m doing a good job. Quite frankly, that’s more satisfying than any compensation. It is all about giving back and helping the companies I’m associated with be the best”.
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PAULA SANTILLI
BUILDING WITH PURPOSE
PAULA SANTILLI, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF PEPSICO LATIN AMERICA BOARD DIRECTOR FOR THE HOME DEPOT
1. How did your journey as a Board Director begin?
PS: Before I started my career as a board member, I assumed the presidency of PepsiCo Latin America in 2019. Since that moment, I began to be part of the Global Executive Committee. I think it was fundamental to my formation as a business mentor. Finally, the opportunity arrived in 2022, when I received an invitation to join the advisory board of The Home Depot, a fascinating company with many different complexities compared with PepsiCo. I believe that being in both roles and industries has helped me develop into a better business advisor.
2. How different/challenging is the role of a Corporate Director, as opposed to a C-suite executive?
PS: The role of a Corporate Director can be different and challenging compared to that of a C-suite Executive. As a Corporate Director, I must have a global view of the company and its operations in various markets. This involves overseeing multiple areas and functions within the organization. In contrast, C-suite executives typically focus on specific company areas, such as finance, operations, or marketing, and have more specialized responsibilities. There are also differences in your relationship with the board of directors. As a Corporate Director, I collaborate closely with the company's board of directors. This involves regularly communicating the company's performance, presenting reports on strategic initiatives, and responding to the directors' questions and concerns. In contrast, as a C-suite executive, you report directly to the board through the CEO, although you may also interact with directors in specific meetings and presentations.
3. What have been some of the challenges you have faced as a female Latina advancing in corporate America?
PS: Being Latina or of any nationality in the business world is, hopefully, irrelevant today. It is true that when you come into a new market or in a different corporate culture, you must learn and prepare yourself before starting to operate. However, the language of business is universal, and the skills required of an entrepreneur are the
Angélica Escobar/PepsiCo Carlos Cuevas
same in Argentina as in China. When I assumed the role of CEO for PepsiCo Latin America, the most fascinating thing was to make several market visits in each country, listening to the stories of our female farmers in Guatemala, our sellers in Colombia and Mexico, and, of course, learning Portuguese, a language unknown to me until then! The most challenging thing that day, and still is today, is not losing curiosity and always learning something new.
One of them is to focus on the customer. As the CEO of a company the size of PepsiCo, you need to be attentive to market needs and their concerns. We are not just a snacks and beverages company; we are a company that provides value-added products at different consumption moments. The second area is constant adaptation. The business environment is constantly changing, so it is essential to be agile and willing to adapt to new circumstances and challenges. Learn from your mistakes and the successes and failures of others, and look for opportunities to continue growing and learning as a leader.
TO BUILD A VISION, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO HAVE THE COMPANY'S OBJECTIVES AND VALUES CLEAR.
4. In your opinion, which should be the top priorities for a director to maximize efficiency and support the Board/ Company?
PS: If there's one thing I've learned in my almost 30-year professional career, it's that there are four pillars that companies sometimes overlook, especially when they are small or startups. The first of these is to build a purpose. PepsiCo has a solid purpose, which is a strong commitment to the planet and our communities. However, to build a vision, it is essential to have the company's objectives and values clear.
The second point is to foster a culture of transparency and accountability, that is, to operate with ethics. We have this very clear at PepsiCo: we are governed by a code of ethics and conduct at every level of our operations.
My last point is to manage risk and reputation proactively. We should immediately go out and clean up our name before a crisis. Communicate your strengths and purpose; that will help you shield your image in times of adversity. The fourth point is to develop and retain talent. This is indispensable for our long-term success or that of any company. As a director, it is essential to collaborate with the board of directors and the executive team to identify and develop emerging leaders and create a working environment that fosters growth and innovation.
5. How do you continue to prepare to serve your corporate boards better?
There are two areas that I constantly work on.
6. What would be your advice for the next generations of Latinos wanting to advance onto corporate seats?
PS: Today, there is no shortage of business advice; there are so many! But there were two that have stuck with me in my heart. "What cannot be measured cannot be improved" is one of them. The second: "A leader is someone who works for others." I have had several mentors throughout my career, but they are all sincere when giving me feedback. So, my advice to the next generation of Latino leaders would be: “Learn to listen to learn.” It would be best if you had humility before you grow.
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CARLOS NAUDON
BOARD TIPS FROM A SEASONED EXECUTIVE
Carlos Naudon, CEO of Ponce Bank, shares advice on how to succeed on boards.
What
do prospective new board members need to do to get in one? How to prepare and what are the challenges.
CARLOS NAUDON, 74, CEO of Ponce Bank has some advice. It involves preparation and groundwork.
“You really have to prove yourself. You have to also have the right credentials because if you are not credentialed and you want to talk to say a CPA, they will not believe what you're saying and won't take you credibly,” Naudon said. “Same thing happens in in the law side. When there's a corporate attorney that that gives an opinion if you have a different opinion, you won't be taken seriously unless you demonstrate that you are also an attorney. I have accumulated a lot of degrees because of that. Because it's hard to overcome the obstacles and credibility is most important; people have to trust that you have knowledge, and you understand issues and that's the barrier that you have to overcome.”
But wait. There’s more, Naudon said—a board member must understand the industry and do the homework.
“At the end of the day everything is based on accounting systems, on some degree of regulation, on some degree of computerization. You have to have an understanding of the economics of the world and the impact that that has on your business. I ticked off all those items in terms of experience and helping me because of that,” Naudon said. “That's what makes you a good board member; being able to understand and comprehend it and make your point clearly and succinctly. At the end of the day, you are selling yourself to your fellow board members and the management team that you are a contributor, and you are a thinker. Importantly too, you have to be culturally- and mission-aligned with the company on whose board you serve. Those alignments are critical.”
“A VETERAN OF BOARDS, NAUDON COUNSELS’ PROSPECTIVE NEW MEMBERS TO REALIZE THAT ONE OF THE CHALLENGES WILL BE TO KNOW THAT THEY ARE NOT IN THE C-SUITE ANYMORE.”
Beginnings
Originally from Chile, Naudon arrived at the U.S. when he was 13, speaking little English. That was 1964; a year before his mother had landed a job in John Hopkins to do cancer research.
Besides going to school, the young Naudon would do some gigs for side money like shoveling snow for the neighbors or delivering newspapers for home subscribers.
At school, it was hard, he recalled.
“I didn't understand the language much. On my first day of school, I asked a classmate what the teacher's name was and, instead of giving me her name, he said a bad word. They sent me to the principal's office for insulting her,” he recalled in an interview for Diario Financiero Más, a newspaper of Chile. “In those years there were no Latinos in that school. I was the only one. Today, in that same school, 45% of the students are from some part of Latin America. The first months were difficult. I didn't understand much. Furthermore, North American culture was very closed, very different from what it is now.”
Still, Naudon perfected his English, went to college and earned a degree in Economics and Computers at the University of Maryland. He joined the Air Force’s ROTC and played college soccer.
Joseph Trevino Courtesy of Ponce Bank and Carlos Naudon
He landed a job with Xerox Corporation, later earning an MBA, working as an auditor for PWC. Naudon would later become Vice President of the Savings Bank Association of New York State, later becoming a lawyer after graduating from Brooklyn Law School.
Currently, Naudon is the Director, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ponce Bank, a federal savings association headquartered in The Bronx, and of its publicly traded parent company, Ponce Financial Group, Inc. He has been a member of its Board of Directors since 2014 and since 1985 had served as its consultant and regulatory counsel.
Naudon also owns Banking Spectrum, Inc., now a banking publishing company, formerly a bank consulting company. He was a partner in the law firm of Allister & Naudon until 2015. The two firms were created in 1984 to provide services to banking institutions. He also helped start a company, Open Solutions, Inc., that developed a banking core processing system, became a public company and was later sold to private equity. He served there in a variety of roles including Director and Chief Executive Officer.
Besides serving on the board of the Brooklyn Hospital Center, he is a member of the New York State Bar Association, the New York City Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and other profes-
sional, industry and regulatory bodies, including being the Vice Chairman of the Community Development Bankers Association.
In 2023, Naudon was appointed to the New York Gaming Facility Location Board.
On board
A veteran of boards, Naudon counsels’ prospective new members to realize that one of the challenges will be to know that they are not in the C-Suite anymore. They are not running the show.
“Your role is really to be a policy maker and policy adopter and hold management accountable. It's not the easiest transition to do but one that's very important,” Naudon said.
Still, Latinos should know that although things can be hard, it is not like in the past, where a Hispanic had to be better than the rest. He believes professional life is easier today.
“The doors are not as shut as they were 50 years ago,” he said.
Nevertheless, a good board member must understand systems and technology, Naudon said. In addition, grasping basic accounting is a must as well as learning the rules.
He said: “If you're in healthcare, in banking, or if you're in public utility, everybody has rules. It's very important that you understand and master those rules.”
At a recent 116th Street Festival in East Harlem, New York. The Largest Latin Street Festival in the NorthEast. Pictured from left to right: Ponce Bank, President and CEO, Carlos Naudon, former New York Secretary of State, now Acting President and CEO, of the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York, Robert Rodriguez, New York Governor. Kathy Hochul, NYC Hispanic Chamber of Commerce President and Ponce Bank Board Member, Nick Lugo, and Ponce Bank Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer, Luis Gonzalez.
We proudly recognize the corporate leaders featured in Latino Leaders Magazine’s 2024 Latinos on Boards list.
Special congratulations to our very own Adela Cepeda! Your outstanding achievements and contributions to our communities exemplify our purpose to boldly grow the good in business and life. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to building a brighter and more inclusive future.
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LATINO ON BOARDS 2024
SKATE TO WHERE THE PUCK IS GOING
Inside tips to board directorship
“FOCUS ON BUILDING YOUR SKILLS IN EMERGING AREAS OF BUSINESS THAT ARE GOING TO BE NECESSARY FOR THE FUTURE.”
1.How did your journey as a corporate director begin?
CLA: As a corporate and securities lawyer in the 1980s, I represented many companies that wanted to go public. In those days, there were not many of the large sources of capital that exist today like hedge funds, private equity funds, and venture capitalists. If you needed to raise capital, the public company route was the primary source of funds. By representing these companies in the process of going public, I became friendly with the top directors and company executives, who would often ask me to serve on their boards.
2.What are the main challenges when trying to land your first board position?
CLA: I noticed that lawyers were not always respected by business leaders, so I was determined to be different. I focused on learning about a client's business, serving as a trusted advisor, and dedicating time to growing those relationships. Ultimately, those relationships blossomed into future board opportunities.
3.What have been some of the challenges you have faced as a Latino advancing in corporate America?
CLA: I have been blessed, as I was given many opportunities to advance in corporate America. However, I did see the difficulties that Hispanics at other companies had in getting on boards. We, as Hispanics, did not have access to the same networking opportunities that others had. That challenge remains true today.
4.What are your thoughts on the current state of the number of Latinos serving on boards? What is needed to increase the number?
CLA: Hispanics are not properly represented on pub -
lic boards. We do not punch our weight. We are approximately 18% of the population of the US, but we represent only approximately 5% of public corporate directors. Blacks, for example, are about 12% of the US population and they comprise about 11% of the public corporate directors. We need to learn from other minorities that have done a much better job of achieving fair representation on public boards.
5.What are the main changes or trends you've noticed from when you started serving on corporate boards to now?
CLA: Your background and experience really matter now. When I started, my law background, business experience and relationship with key directors were the critical factors. Today, boards are looking for experience in technology, cyber security, finance, marketing, governmental affairs, and similar capacities. Lawyers were once coveted, but it’s no longer the case. Companies have their own lawyers. They do not need to occupy a board seat with that specialty.
6.What would be your advice for the next generations of Latinos wanting to advance onto board positions?
CLA: Skate to where the puck is going. Focus on building your skills in emerging areas of business that are going to be necessary for the future. That group is from where future directors will be recruited.
Courtesy of Greenberg Traurig
CEO OF HER OWN CAREER
Maritza Montiel had a 40-year career with Deloitte. That was just the beginning.
When Maritza Montiel started her career in the early 1970’s, there were few women climbing the upper echelons of the corporate world.
Montiel, who spent 40 years with Deloitte, the venerable global professional services firm in several capacities, retired from the company as a Deputy Chief Executive Officer and Vice Chairman. She now belongs to several boards, including as a director of Comcast, McCormick, Royal Caribbean Group and Baptist Health South Florida.
Montiel recalled that during the 1970s she went with her su-
pervisor to meet with incoming clients to Miami during a storm. They had flown in—she had remarkably high hopes about meeting the new clients.
They decided to meet at a club in the office building, but Montiel was turned away for being a woman. “We're sorry but women are not allowed in the club,” she was told.
“It was a world that was very, very different. If you have watched the TV series Mad Men, it was like that. The show was really imitating life. Early in my career I ended up doing the jobs
Joseph Trevino Courtesy of Maritza Montiel
that were not the most desirable. My mentality was, let's make them better. That's how it was and at the beginning. It was extremely challenging.”
Back then, it was truly a Mad Men world. But that did not stop Montiel.
But how did she do it? How did she keep pushing on?
“No one can make you feel inferior unless you give them permission. That's not my quote. I read that somewhere,” Montiel said. “Maybe it was being a Cuban immigrant, as we arrived to the US with nothing but the clothes we were wearing. I've always been a fighter. I always figured out a way and kept grinding.” Mentorship was also a key factor in Maritza’s career. “And Lucky for me I had great male mentors! I am so grateful to those courageous leaders,” she highlights. "I am almost most grateful to my husband for all the support, love and wise advice that enabled so much of my career."
The long and winding road
The woman who would break barriers and become a trailblazer in one of the most important professional services firms in the world did not always want to join the corporate world; she dreamt of being a surgeon. Alas, it was not to be.
She still has pictures of her wearing a nurse’s costume. Aiding people was her passion.
Her father, who had been an inspiration for her, passed away when she was 17. Paying for medical school was out of her reach, so she chose accounting.
“I learned a lot about business from my father and my mother was relentless about ensuring that we were tenacious and that we were successful. She taught us how to deal with adversity,” Montiel said.
Deloitte hired Montiel in 1973, right after she graduated from college. She would spend the next 40 years with the firm, with challenging assignments that would test her.
Still, she managed to make partner, becoming the first Latina to do that. She was also the first Latina to join Deloitte’s board of directors in the U.S.
During her time with Deloitte she held various
senior management positions, including Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Managing Partner (Leadership Development and Succession, Deloitte University), and Regional Managing Partner. Throughout her tenure, she also served many large clients of many public companies.
Boards… and beyond
Montiel retired from Deloitte in 2014. But she has not slowed down.
There were so many doors open. Boards. Teaching. Leading companies.
“I wasn't quite sure what I was going to do or wanted to do because the last five years of my career was very high work and intensity and a lot of travel. I wanted to spend a little bit of time thinking about what I would do and what I didn't want to do.
She chose the board route. Her first board position was with AptarGroup, from Chicago. Next came the boards of McCormick, Royal Caribbean and Comcast.
“As a board member you have to put your mindset around, you're there to provide advice and guidance. That your main priority is obviously governance on behalf of the shareholders because that's who you represent,” Montiel said.
Her advice for those who seek to join boards is to look at the skills in demand by companies today, like strategy, cyber security, AI, and financial skills are all in high demand. See how your skills align and have a better and deeper knowledge about the boards they are eyeing. It’s good to understand the complexities of leading an organization “but you don't necessarily have to have a CEO title.”
The key to a successful career is to never quit, never shy away from a challenge. To be a person who gets things done and helps others succeed.
She said: “I learned you can get what you want if you help other people get what they want. I focused on what were the things that I could do that would separate me from the rest, create value for me, create a brand for me. I never walked away from a challenge.”
“THE KEY TO A SUCCESSFUL CAREER IS TO NEVER QUIT, NEVER SHY AWAY FROM A CHALLENGE. TO BE A PERSON WHO GETS THINGS DONE AND HELPS OTHERS SUCCEED.”
LATINOS ON BOARDS 2024
VISION FOR SUCCESS
How did your journey as a corporate director begin?
RC: The journey began in 2017, a year after being appointed CFO of Darden. I was selective in my search and joined the board of Tractor Supply in February 2019.
What are the main challenges when transitioning from a C-suite position to a Board position?
RC: First is to remember that you are not management. One of the main roles of a director is to select and develop the CEO and ensure appropriate succession planning for the C-Level roles. If you are not as familiar with the industry, you must take the time to understand the dynamics.
What have been some of the challenges you have faced as a Latino advancing in corporate America?
RC: None that I’m aware of.
What skills or characteristics make you a successful board director?
RC: I have a strategy-first mentality along with having been both a S&P 500 CFO and CEO. I am pensive, listen intently and speak only when I believe I can add value to the topic/conversation at hand.
In your opinion, which should be the top priorities for a corporate Director to maximize efficiency and support the Board/Company?
RC: Learn the business dynamics and the situation the company is in before making suggestions / recommendations for improvement. A leader I once worked with said it best: “Prescription without diagnosis is malpractice.”
Regarding the different committees, do you prefer one? Do you think given your expertise you better serve companies in a specific committee?
RC: Of the 3 typical committees, I prefer the Compensation Committee. My background as a CFO with a CPA license gives me the expertise to serve on the Audit Committee or on a Finance Committee if that committee exists.
What are the main changes or trends you've noticed from when you started serving on corporate boards to now?
RC: There are more attempts at corporate change through Proxy solicitations than when I began my tenure on a board. However, I believe that trend may begin to abate.
RICK CARDENAS
PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF DARDENRESTAURANTS
BOARD DIRECTOR FOR TRACTOR SUPPLY
How do you continue to prepare to serve boards successfully?
RC: I try to stay abreast of the changing business environment and stay educated on new areas of interest to boards. Also, to serve successfully, I prepare for each board meeting by dedicating the time to understand the materials presented in the board book.
What would be your advice for the next generations of Latinos wanting to advance onto corporate seats?
RC: Be patient. It will take some time to join your first public board. In addition, use your contacts to help open doors. Many times, your first board seat will be from a professional relationship you have.
LEARN
THE BUSINESS DYNAMICS
AND THE SITUATION THE COMPANY IS IN BEFORE MAKING SUGGESTIONS / RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IMPROVEMENT.
Tractor Supply Luis E. González
ADELA CEPEDA
DIVERSITY FOR SUCCESS
A CONVERSATION ABOUT THE RELEVANCE OF INCREASING DIVERSE REPRESENTATION.
KIMBERLEY GOODE: Talk to us about your experience being on the BMO U.S. Board of Directors. What was your journey to getting on the board, and what has been the most memorable or impactful moment on the board so far?
ADELA CEPEDA: I joined the BMO US board in 2012 after the bank initiated a search for a candidate with capital markets experience and had a clear commitment to having a Latina on the board. I joined soon after the acquisition of M&I Bank when BMO was in full activation of its integration work, and soon became chair of the capital committee. The most impactful moment for me was when the bank gained approval to acquire Bank of the West. As a director, I had been involved in the bank’s search for a meaningful bank acquisition, and of course, knew the level of due diligence the management team would undertake. This was a team ready across business lines and functions and it was great to see it all come together.
KG: Why is it important to have diversity on corporate boards?
AC: When I joined the BMO board, there was only one other woman and there were 3 African American men on the board. Now we have 5 women on the board, and we are represented across many ethnicities and races. Having diversity on a board means diversity of thought, experience, and perspectives. BMO has always sought out leaders especially, but not exclusively, in the financial industry. We have a great board, with strong skill sets and a ton of experience across various financial practices. I am proud and honored to be among them.
KG: How do diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences in a company and/or board help contribute to its success?
AC: BMO is over 175 years old – a bank with a varied and rich history. Its vision goes far beyond the 1-, 3- and 5-year projections. BMO’s leaders are thinking about the banking industry, what its future may look like, and the bank’s ability to execute on its mission. The US is one of the largest markets in the world, and it is incredibly diverse. To understand it well, to achieve the kind of growth that now positions us as one of the Top 10 banks in America by assets, we must have a diverse and insightful board.
KG: What advice would you give someone looking to join a corporate board? Where should they start?
AC: I think achieving a leadership position in your field is critical to being identified as a person with board capabilities. Financial acumen is also essential – I was able to hone this skill as an Economics major, working in finance, and then did an MBA in finance. So, you start there, and then expand your network. When I was starting my career, I was committed to contributing on non-profit boards where I could speak up for needier communities. Many of those organizations have corporate leaders on their boards, so that facilitated my entry to the BMO board, as well.
Courtesy of BMO Luis E. González
ADELA CEPEDA BOARD DIRECTOR, BMO
KIMBERLEY GOODE
CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS & SOCIAL IMPACT OFFICER, BMO
BMO’S LEADERS ARE THINKING ABOUT THE BANKING INDUSTRY, WHAT ITS FUTURE MAY LOOK LIKE, AND THE BANK’S ABILITY TO EXECUTE ON ITS MISSION.
TV ANCHOR TO SUCCESSFUL BOARD DIRECTOR
1. How did your journey as a Board Director began?
MCC: I was the first Latina anchor at CNBC, and a little more than 10 years ago, a CEO approached me about joining the board of his company. He was interested in my perspective not because I was Latina, but because I was CNBC's Chief International Correspondent and they were in the process of international expansion. As a full-time business journalist at the time, I couldn't accept it. But that is when it occurred to me that I might have the qualities and qualifications to be on a corporate board. Over the next ten years, I made sure to seize opportunities that would give me the skills and judgment needed for the board room.
2. How different/challenging is the role of a Corporate Director, as opposed to a C-suite executive?
MCC: I was a journalist before becoming a Corporate Director. In some ways the two roles are similar. In my previous role, when I was interviewing people, I did my due diligence by conducting research that allowed me to ask informed questions, and then I listened closely to the answers. These skills are applicable in the boardroom. What’s different is having to act, or not, on the information provided. It's both exhilarating and daunting to be a doer, rather than a mere observer, as it comes with heavy responsibility.
3. What have been some of the challenges you have faced as a female Latina advancing in corporate America?
MCC: The challenges have changed over the years, and when it comes to TV, those challenges are inevitably about one's appearance. When I first entered the world of TV news I had executives tell me "You're lucky--You're Hispanic, but you don't look it and you don't sound it." Later, as the corporate world embraced diversity, I was told I didn't look Hispanic enough. "More red lipstick!"
4. What sets you apart from other board directors? What are your unique skills or advantages you bring to the table?
MCC: Most journalists don't transition to the board room. Journalists inhale information and can repackage it in a way that is easily understood. We are good at telling the company’s story, and having been on the receiving end of corporate stories for most of my career, I can tell you that a lot of companies aren't very good at it.
5. In your opinion, which should be the top priorities for a corporate Director to maximize efficiency and support the Board/Company?
MCC: A corporate director needs to be laser focused on shareholder value and to have an unwavering commitment to openness during boardroom discussions.
Most journalists don't transition to the board room. Journalists inhale information and can repackage it in a way that is easily understood.
6. What do you think is needed to see more Latinos serve as board directors?
MCC: While at CNBC, I was curious as to why there were so few Latino leaders in the C-suite. What I observed over my 20 years of covering corporate America is that Latinos, and women in particular, are pushed to areas such as marketing and human resources. These are important roles, but they are often seen as cost centers, not revenue generators. An executive is far more likely to get to the top if they have managed P&Ls, the larger the better. Latinos should focus on gaining these skills and filling these gaps in their resumes if they want to serve on a board.
7. What would be your advice for the next generations of Latinos wanting to advance onto corporate seats?
MCC: Young and ambitious executives should speak up and actively seek out P&L responsibilities. They shouldn't fear this accountability. I know that people sometimes fear taking on those responsibilities because of the risks they entail. If you fail, you can lose your job. But advancing your career inherently means taking on more responsibility and risk. When you are the boss, you own the risk. When you are not the boss, you don't own the risk—someone else does. But it's still there. There is no reward without risk.
LATINOS ON BOARDS
The candidates list 2024
THIS YEAR we present candidates ready to serve on boards. Our intention is to highlight names who demonstrate the accomplishments of Latino talent. May new opportunities open to each one of them.
MANNY ALAS
Age: 60
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Board XP:
Former Partner/US FCPA Leader, PWC
Accounting, spans forensic accounting, corporate governance, risk management, compliance, and advisory services across diverse sectors including aerospace, defense, consumer products, and more.
Age: 55
New York, NY
Nationality:
Board XP:
CHRISTINA ALFONSO-ERCAN
Co-Founder/Former Chief Financial Officer, Novata, Inc.
Spans finance, corporate governance, and operational leadership, with a focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and fintech entrepreneurship.
RAFAEL ALFONZO
Age: 51
Washington, DC
Nationality:
Board XP:
Managing Partner, Radien Legacy Partners
More than 20 years’ experience operating, investing in, and representing startup and growth businesses.
Age: 46
Roswell, GA
Nationality:
Board XP:
Over 25 years of experience in telecommunications, high tech, and healthcare
Alas is a seasoned professional with over 40 years of experience in forensic accounting, corporate governance, and advisory services. As the founder of Alas Advisory and former PwC New York partner, he specializes in mergers and acquisitions, risk management, financial investigations, and compliance strategies across diverse industries. Manny is recognized for his leadership in business ethics and holds CPA and Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF) designations. He is actively involved in professional conferences and academic institutions as a lecturer and panelist.
Alfonso is a finance and corporate governance expert with a focus on ESG and fintech entrepreneurship. She's a published author and a renowned global speaker, featured at prestigious events like the Milken Global Conference. Christina's insights are valued in leading financial publications, and she's recognized for her influential contributions to sustainable investing and board governance.
Alfonzo previously served as CEO of Datum Technologies, an IT services company focused on the multi-unit restaurant industry. He also co-founded and operated Distributed Sun, a commercial solar energy developer and independent power producer. Rafael practiced law at Holland & Knight where he focused on regulatory enforcement and corporate compliance and is admitted to practice in California, the District of Columbia, Florida, and New York. He began his career serving as an officer in the US Marines, deploying throughout SE Asia and Latin America. Rafael is a graduate of the University of Michigan, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School of Management, and The George Washington University Law School.
Accomplished technology futurist and a global operations senior executive with experience consulting to large and small companies. She is the CEO and founder of Allen Solvision, LLC (est. in 1993) a management consulting firm focused on business transformation initiatives at Fortune 500 Telecom and High-Tech firms enabling them to achieve disruptive change and innovation. Her previous experience includes positions at IBM Research, IBM Global Services, Accenture, and Bell Labs.
Age: 45
Dallas, TX
Nationality: Board XP:
Expertise in natural gas distribution, electric power generation, and renewable energy.
Almaraz is a senior energy executive renowned for his leadership in sustainable energy transition, strategic planning, and organizational transformation. With extensive experience in natural gas distribution, electric power generation, and renewable energy, he excels in driving operational efficiencies and ensuring regulatory compliance. Frank has successfully managed multibillion-dollar budgets, led impactful mergers and acquisitions, and played a pivotal role in advancing the energy sector towards carbon neutrality.
CARMEN ALLEN CEO & Founder, Allen Solvision, LLC
FRANK ALMARAZ Operating Partner, Cresta Fund Management
Age: 68
Sarasota, FL
Nationality: Board XP:
WILLIAM ALVAREZ, JR.
Former CFO, Harvest Capital Credit Corporation
Broad base of experience in financial management, strategic and operations planning, investor relations and revenue management.
Age: 57 Chandler, AZ
Nationality:
Board XP:
JOSE ALVARO AVALOS
President, Co-Founder and Former CEO of Austin GIS, Inc.
Senior executive with significant experience in digital optimization, businessdevelopment, and growing new ventures/start-up, marketing and technicalorganizations.
Age: 61
Cincinnati, OH
Nationality:
CARLOS AMESQUITA
Founder & President, CEA-Advisory, LLC
Technology and shared services executive with extensive experience at the intersection of business and technology in Fortune 500companies
Age: 51 New York, NY
Most recently, Bill led the management team of Patriot Capital Funding, a public BDC (specialty finance company) through a successful IPO and three secondary offerings, building its asset base to over $400 million and ultimately merged the company where the shareholders received a 260% premium in stock price. He has a proven track record of building and integrating teams, systems and procedures during periods of high growth and economic recession.
Jose Alvaro Avalos is CEO, Co-Founder and Board Director at Austin GIS, Inc., a NewCo focused on IOT and 5G Infrastructure Solutions. His strengths include building productive long-term customer relationships, growing new ventures, technical innovation and new product category creation, leading and managing worldwide organizations, and extensive experience conducting international business in over 40 countries. Previous to Austin GIS, Jose was Vice President of the Internet of Things Group and General Manager of RBHE Vertical Markets at Intel Corporation. In 2021 and 2022, Jose was named to the HITEC 100 list of the 100 most influential Hispanics in the technology industry.
Founder of CEA-Advisory LLC, an advisory practice that focuses on helping CIOs design Digital and IT Strategies to drive business and organization transformations; and helping emerging technology companies grow by tailoring its product offerings through compelling business propositions. As Hershey's Global CIO, Carlos led one of the broadest digital programs in the industry, including a comprehensive organization transformation required to deliver and sustain its digitization plan. Before joining Hershey, Carlos spent 28 years at Procter & Gamble, in a broad and diverse set of roles across several countries.
Nationality: Board XP:
DAISY AUGER-DOMINGUEZ
Founder and CEO, Chief People Officer, Advisor, Speaker, Author, Auger-Dominguez Ventures, LLC
Media, Entert, Tech, Finance, enhancing team collaboration, shifting culture, and driving performance through human capital strategies and leadership development.
JORGE CELAYA
Auger-Domínguez is a respected leader in human capital strategies, known for her work at Google and Disney. She advises on workplace culture, team collaboration, and inclusive leadership. Daisy is also a sought-after speaker and founder of Auger-Domínguez Ventures, focusing on coaching and advising leaders on the future of work. Her insights, featured in TEDx talks and publications, highlight her dedication to creating inclusive workplaces and revitalizing leadership practices.
30 years of experience in strategic transformation & markets
Jorge A. Celaya is an accomplished global executive and transformative leader with proven business acumen. He has significant public company experience and is a financial expert with decades leading strategic business transformation and growth strategies.
Legal professional with experience overseeing legal, ethics and compliance, environmental affairs and sustainability matters in the auto manufacturing industry.
Age: 46
Charlotte, NC
Nationality:
Board XP:
Ignacio is Oshkosh Corporation’s Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary, a position he has held since November 2016.Prior to joining Oshkosh, he was in private practice in Washington, DC. Cortina holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from James Madison University and earned his law degree from Columbus School of Law at Catholic University. He is admitted to the Maryland and Washington, D.C. Bar and is registered as a Wisconsin in-house counsel.
Jose Costa has a long track record of successfully creating corporate value and leading large, multi-unit retail organizations with responsibility of +$2B in annual sales. Mr. Costa is a change agent that has increased organizational performance in multiple industries through identifying and realizing new growth opportunities, developing integrated strategies, hiring and developing exceptional talent, and delivering flawless execution. Skilled in mergers and acquisitions and integrating complex businesses in both company and franchise operations.
Age: 55
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Board XP:
Notable professional in technology
Age: 46
Miami, FL
Nationality:
Board XP:
Marcelo De Santis is a seasoned global C-suite technology executive and Board Director with over 25 years of experience in CPG, Automotive, Financial Services, Venture Capital, and Consulting. As a Board Director, he has experience enhancing board governance and strategic planning. De Santis joined Thoughtworks in 2019 and leads the global Digital Transformation Practice as Chief Digital Officer.
Tatiana is the Founder/CEO and senior executive with a track record of managing $1.5B P&Ls for prestigious brands like Louis Vuitton, Neiman Marcus, and Starwood Hotels. Known for her expertise in growth strategies, turnaround initiatives, and global business scaling across retail, digital transformation, and hospitality sectors. She chairs board committees on strategy, compensation, and digital transformation, and provides strategic consulting through her firm, HarmonIQ. Tatiana's multicultural background enhances her global perspective, supported by fluency in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French.
Retail and Hospitality, specializing in P&L management, turnaround strategies, and global business scaling across retail, digital transformation, and hospitality sectors.
Age: 57
Chicago, IL
Nationality: Board XP:
Monica Lopez, with senior roles at Fellowes Brands and Stanley Black & Decker, excels in strategic brand management and digital transformation. Educated at ITAM and MIT, she offers strategic insight, operational excellence, and board experience, bridging global vision with hands-on leadership
MARCELO DE SANTIS
SVP, Digital Transformation, Thoughtworks
JOSE COSTA
CEO, Magnolia Wash Holdings
Communications, marketing, and management are his primary areas of expertise.
TATIANA FERREIRA Founder and CEO, HarmonIQ Advisory
MONICA LOPEZ GONZALEZ
Former Chief Market Officer, Fellowes Brands
growth
LUIS MACHADO
Age: 61
Daytona Beach, FL
Nationality:
Board XP:
Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary, TopBuild Corp.
Legal services in building services & various industries
Marketing and Advertising, advertising industry, focusing on multicultural marketing, integrated communications, and creative direction. Actively involved in mentoring, education, and industry leadership through roles on boards and as a professor and mentor.
Age: 53
Scotts Valley, CA
Nationality:
Board XP:
Board Member, Salsify
SaaS Enterprise Software, advising high-tech companies, corporate governance, and advocating for diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
EDDIE RAMOS
Luis joined TopBuild in August 2020 as General Counsel and Secretary. Most recently, Luis served as Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of CTS Corporation. Highly strategic counselor with global strategy, management and legal experience able to drive business success and stakeholder value by working closely with all levels of board, management, and colleagues and overseeing business and legal teams in a highly ethical, collaborative environment.
Age: 57
Short Hills, NJ
Nationality:
Board XP:
Independent Director, Calvert Funds
Financial Services expert with cyberisk certification
Delia Marin is a C-suite executive and entrepreneur, having developed her entrepreneurial acumen through more than 30 years growing up in a family business and her own broad base of experience in diverse industries.
Messianu is a trailblazing figure in U.S. multicultural marketing, renowned for founding alma, a leading culture marketing agency. With a career spanning over three decades, he has crafted award-winning campaigns for global brands like McDonald’s and PepsiCo. Luis is also a mentor and educator, dedicated to promoting diversity and creativity in advertising. His latest venture, "Included," focuses on multicultural creative content consultancy, underscoring his commitment to elevating Latino presence and culture in the U.S.
Montalvo Timm is a pioneering Latina leader in Silicon Valley, known for her achievements in tech and advocacy for women's advancement. Currently, she serves on the board at Salsify, a SaaS software company, where she is a member of the Audit Committee and Chair of the Compensation Committee. She is the author of the Amazon best-seller "Embrace the Power of You: Owning Your Identity at Work" and is a sought-after speaker at major companies nationwide.
Ramos is former Chief Investment Officer and a current Independent Director who has advised and led teams investing in major global asset categories for private enterprises, government, and endowments. Exceptional, award-winning track record managing global investments.
LUIS M MESSIANU
DELIA MARIN
TRICIA MONTALVO TIMM
Age: 63
Washington, DC
Nationality:
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IGNACIA S. MORENO
CEO & Principal, The iMoreno Group, PLC
Experience in enviormental, energy and legal services
JOSEPH ROYBAL
SVP of Operations, Wolfspeed
Age: 52
Mckinney, TX
Nationality:
Board XP:
Semiconductor, Automotive, senior account management, operational efficiency, cost reduction, and driving business growth and profitability within large global organizations.
Age: 58
Atlanta, GA
Nationality:
Board XP:
RICARDO SHELLEY
Board of Advisors, Source to Bottle LLC
Consumer Packaged Goods, strategic oversight, general management, and marketing within CPG companies, leveraging extensive experience in P&L management and strategy across global markets.
RODRIGO SIERRA
Age: 63
Chicago, IL
Nationality:
Board XP:
Chief Communications Officer, SVP, American Medical Association
Health Care, strategy, marketing, brand transformation, partnerships, and ESG/DEI initiatives. He navigates market challenges adeptly, revitalizing brands, securing major mergers, and advancing corporate social responsibility to enhance equity and community impact.
GABRIELA SMITH Founder, GNS LAW
Age: 42
Frisco, TX
Nationality:
Board XP:
Moreno is a nationally recognized leader on environmental and natural resources law and policy. During her 34-year career, she has served as the top environmental lawyer at the U.S. Department of Justice, been corporate counsel at the General Electric Co., and practiced at national and international law firms. She also has decades of experience serving on regulatory, university, and nonprofit boards.
Business transactions lawyer for start-ups, family and privately held companies.
Roybal is the Senior Vice President of Global Backend Operations at Wolfspeed, where he manages all post-fabrication manufacturing sites and activities. He joined Wolfspeed, bringing 26 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, including roles as Director of Analog Signal Chain Quality and Director of Test Operations at Texas Instruments. Joseph focuses on transforming Wolfspeed into a world-class manufacturing leader in Silicon Carbide power electronics. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from New Mexico State and actively advises universities in the Southwest, encouraging underserved Hispanic students to pursue STEM fields.
Shelley's career spans multiple leadership roles across Latin America and EMEA at The Coca-Cola Company, driven by his strategic insights and global perspective gained from Vanderbilt's Executive MBA program. With experience in corporate strategy, regional management, and now as Managing Director for Latin America at Costa Coffee, Shelley continues to leverage his international background to navigate challenges and drive growth in diverse markets. His Vanderbilt education instilled confidence in strategic thinking and analysis, paving the way for his impactful career transitions within the beverage industry
Sierra is a seasoned Senior Business Executive and Chief Marketing and Communications Officer with over three decades of expertise in strategy, marketing, brand transformation, and corporate governance. His leadership spans high-profile roles in healthcare, energy, utilities, and media sectors, where he has driven growth, navigated crises, and championed initiatives in ESG, DEI, and CSR. Rodrigo's strategic acumen and board governance experience across prominent organizations underscore his commitment to fostering equity and community development.
Gabriela’s clients include some of the fastest growing private companies in the US in the digital and innovation, software, services, and renewable energy sectors. Her international background has allowed Gabriela to amass a significant practice dedicated to multinational and international business operations, and she has helped numerous multinational companies from Latin America and other parts of the world enter the US market and manage their risks and legal issues.
Age: 44
Portola Valley, CA
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Managing Director, Fuel Capital
Consumer
Solivan is a General Partner at Fuel Capital, focusing on early-stage investments in consumer technology, hardware, education, marketplaces, and retail. She has a passion for supporting visionary teams driving impactful innovations. Her entrepreneurial journey includes founding TaskRabbit, a pioneering consumer brand. Serving as CEO for eight years, she expanded TaskRabbit to 44 cities and secured over $50 million in funding. Transitioning to executive chairwoman in 2016, Leah led the company through its acquisition by IKEA in 2017.
Age: 61
Santa Monica, CA
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Energy, finance, air carrier, impact investing, with a strong focus on energy, climate tech, renewable energy, and carbon
Age: 78
South Salem
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Financial
Age: 67
North Bethesda, MD
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ROBERT OTTO VALDEZ
Director, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Deep experience in healthcare and philantropy
Age: 60
Jersey City, NJ
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WILLIAM VIQUEIRA
Senior Advisor, Gateway Development Commission
Transportation, Telco, Finance, spans corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, corporate development, treasury management, and strategic leadership.
Soto is an impact investor specializing in energy, climate tech, and renewable energy. Raised in East LA, he manages Latimer Partners, LLC, with his husband Todd. Soto has owned four private equity funds and contributed to Clean Air Act Standards and decarbonization efforts. He has served as Chairman of the New America Alliance and held leadership roles at the LA Clean Tech Incubator and the California Science Center. Soto has been involved in political initiatives with the Clinton and Obama administrations.
Gil has held senior level positions with several money center banks and institutions such as CitiBank, Merrill Lynch and Santander Bank. Gil has worked with middle market companies in securing a variety of finance solutions to grow their business or exit challenging lender relationships. His consultative approach with clients and structuring expertise have allowed him to serve clients in asset intensive industries such as construction, trucking, fleet financing, manufacturing, distribution and commercial real estate.
Otto Valdez was appointed Director of AHRQ in February 2022. He was previously the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Professor Emeritus of Family & Community Medicine and Economics at the University of New Mexico (UNM). From 1993 through 1997, Dr. Valdez served at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Health (Public Health Service) and simultaneously Director of Interagency Health Policy (Health Care Financing Administration).
Viqueira is currently a senior advisor at the Gateway Development Commission. Formerly the CFO and Treasurer of NJ Transit, Ricardo led the transformation of finance, real estate, IT, and HR departments. His career highlights include overseeing major transit projects and enhancing operational efficiency across public and private sectors. Ricardo holds degrees in Economics from The Johns Hopkins University and is fluent in English and Spanish. He is passionate about community involvement and enjoys cycling through scenic routes in Europe.
LEAH SOLIVAN
TOM SOTO Founder, Latimer Partners, LLC
monetization.
GILBERT TORRES President, Restructuring Solutions Group, Inc.
professional with over 30 years of experience in Commercial and Asset Based lending.
CONGRATULATIONS, GIOIA MESSINGER!
Hunter Industries proudly congratulates Gioia Messinger for her commitment and service on our board of directors and for being recognized on the 2024 list of Latinos on Boards by Latino Leaders Magazine. Learn
!FELICITACIONES, LISA!
Selective congratulates Lisa Rojas Bacus and all the Latino on Boards 2024 honorees.
UPDATES TO THE INDEX 5OO
We will be publishing constant updates, depending on new revenues being confirmed or companies entering the index.
Alpine Automotive Academy
• Updated revenue to $688,509 (in thousands)
• From #74 to #33
• 581 employees
Noble Texas Builders
• Updated revenue to $94,500 (in thousands)
• Ranking from #288 to #187
Fiore Industries
• Updated revenue to $53,900 (in thousands)
• Updated ranking from #471 to #302
Campos
• Updated revenue to $182,000 (in thousands)
• Ranking remained at #102
New companies:
Vasquez and Company LLP
• Ranking #414
• Revenue $29,500 (in thousands)
• Owner: Gilbert Vasquez
• Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diaz Group Inc
• Ranking #500
• Revenue $19,800
• Owner: Rafael Diaz
• Located in Elmhurst, IL
Not Latino:
• RK Mechanical, Ind
• European Motor Cars Littleton
We will continue to update the index as new information comes in.
THE MIAMI-MENDOZA AXIS AND ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH AN OUTSTANDING WINE
Jorge Ferráez @ JFerraez_Latino @ferraez.wine Luis E. González
PELLERITI PRIORE, two entrepreneurs, visionaries and wine lovers met from far away to get a new concept in wine started!
Marcelo Pelleriti was still a young boy when he started helping his grand father in the family vineyard in Mendoza, Argentina. That prompted him to pursue an education in oenology which he endured with passion and a dream on his mind; to be able to make his own wine. “After college, in Argentina we were living the end of a longstanding crisis and some economic recuperation in the Country made me look north for a Partner. I needed someone with my same kind of philosophy; close to earth, respect for nature and passion for work." So with the transformation of the Argentinian wine industry, he finally meets with his now partner Miguel Priore, who was an Argentinian entrepreneur in Miami and the rest is history.
“We started our project in 2000 sourcing fruit from old vines, some of them planted in the early 1900 and then adding some more from vineyards planted in the fifties. Our goal was to produce great wines with a big potential for ageing”, says Marcelo. “Of course, the first vintages were too concentrated, with excess of wood, vanilla, because that was what we perceived the American market was consuming, but later, we started changing direction into more elegant, refined and subtle flavors, that’s when we found our own terroir”.
For Miguel it was also the development of their plantings from specific areas like “La Consulta” or “Altamira” what gave them the opportunity of creating the different types of Malbec and different labels they offer today. “La Consulta brings our refined and fruity notes, while Altamira with its rocky land brings structure and texture”.
Then, some circumstances like lack of capital and financing to get technology and equipment made them get creative and started trying things at the vinification process like manual grape picking, barrel micro vinification and that lead to work down to detail with each section from the vineyard. “The final product was fabulous, and we loved how
TASTING NOTES:
• Hostage ALTAMIRA Single vineyard MALBEC 2019. Succulent concentrated deep fruit. Complex wine with a good structure and expression of ripe red fruit.
• Marcelo Pelleriti SIGNATURE Cabernet Franc 2020. It shows notes of red candy, plum, with spiced notes and plum. Medium bodied and strong tannins.
• Marcelo Pelleriti SIGNATURE Malbec 2021. Red fruit, cherry and blueberry notes. Friendly, some veggie notes followed by bright fruit marmalade, black pepper and succulent hints of licorice.
• Marcelo Pelleriti SELECTION Blend of Terroir 2016. Lactic notes and some red ripe fruit. Blueberry, cherry and earthy notes. Tannic, sharp, oaky and fruity with hints of black chocolate powdered and vanilla.
the consumer started reacting to it! Young people were looking for a story behind the wine, for environmentally-friendly processes. On the other side of the consumer scale where the Baby Boomers, were looking for sophistication, terroir expression and finesse,” says Miguel.
Marcelo: “It is a real challenge to get the “terroir” in the bottle, but we were able to have the right elements and techniques that would make our wine express its own terroir very well. Where our “1853 Selected Parcel” label is friendly, approachable with round tannins, soft but powerful our “Hostage” Altamira Single Vineyard Malbec is complex, concentrated and deep." We’re proud of achieving this kind of expression in all our wines.
Pelleriti Priore produces approximately 50,000 cases (12 bottles) and they want to stay just there, with a quality over quantity philosophy. And the story keeps on going…
SIGNATURE CABERNET FRANC
HOSTAGE
1853 SELECTED PARCEL
Marcelo Pelleriti Miguel Priore
LATINO LEADERS CELLAR
JORGE FERRAEZ’S RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
THIS MONTH
Marques de Caceres Baron de Chirel Reserva 2010 ($72)
•Fabulous Rioja, with mature plum, vanilla and certain coconut notes. Hearty, elegant and perfumed. It shows green pepper on a silky texture with some cherry and leathery hints. An old style Rioja, wide open, bright and aromatic. Beautiful and exuberant wine! This one would pair great with some Manchego cheese, chorizo tapas and gambas al ajillo.
Santa Rita PEHUÉN Carmenere 2004, Apalta ($65)
•Awesome aromas of pure ripe red fruit with peppermint, vanilla, fig, balsamic and leather. On the mouth is sophisticated and elegant, with grainy tannins, medium body, rounded structure and perfumed notes. Silky and succulent with cocoa, licorice and some petrol insinuations towards the end. Mature, ripe and a long finish. I drank this one with a big juicy Ribeye steak.
Chateau d’Armailhac 1995, Pauillac ($145)
•Wow, it shows and incredible nose of ripe mature fruit, with peppermint, pencil shaves, licorice, herbs de Provence, and cherry. On the palate is silky, elegant, balanced and round. I decanted this wine 6 hours and it was beautifully expressive and velvety with still good firm tannins and a long finish. A pure expression of a Pauillac. I would put a roasted duck, lamb chops or beef bourguignonne with this one!
Dry Creek Vineyard “The Mariner” 2013 Meritage, Sonoma County ($43)
•Nicely balanced and ripe with dark fruit, blueberry pie, black cherry, licorice and plum. Round and complex with lots of fruity notes coming up as we swirl the glass. Succulent wine with bold personality and big body. A good filet mignon or a New York strip would pair deliciously with this wine.
•What a fantastic expression of Pinot Noir; silky, soft and elegant. Too young but still is succulent with rose petals, plum, cherry and spicy notes. A consistent producer never has failed me, FAIVELEY’s entry level Gevrey-Chambertin is a great wine with enough Burgundian sophistication and finesse. I would give this one a good twenty years to reach its peak. Now or then, it would pair good with Chinese Peking Duck, pork dumplings or a Cassoulet.
•Purplish shines give way to flowers and perfumed notes. Medium bodied with perfumed violet and rose petal notes. Ample, distinctive and expressive. It has some coconut and cherry hints too. It is a delicious wine. A good Pinot Noir deserves a lambchop, roasted chicken or even some grilled salmon.
Jorge Ferráez @ JFerraez_Latino @ferraez.wine Luis E. González
Thank you for your leadership
Bank of America is proud to recognize Monica Lozano and José Almeida, as they are honored again this year on Latino Leaders’ list of the nation’s most outstanding Hispanic board directors. Our company is grateful for your expert guidance and leadership, benefiting all those we serve.
Congratulations to Monica, José and all the directors recognized by Latino Leaders.
