Our

Mission & Values

We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization focused on the global empowerment of underrepresented minority women as entrepreneurs and leaders in business.

We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports and uplifts underrepresented minority women, equipping them with the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive in the business world.


We are dedicated to breaking down barriers, promoting diversity, and cultivating a strong network of empowered women who are making a significant impact in their communities and beyond.


Together, we are shaping a future where minority women are celebrated, their voices are amplified, and their achievements are recognized worldwide.


Join us on this transformative journey on the empowerment of minority entrepreneurs and leaders.


The Board

The members of our board of directors are thought leaders who have made a significant contribution to our society. Each and every one of them brings a unique set of skills and expertise to our organization.

alicia gonzalez

PRESIDENT & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Founder: ella STARTUPS   Journalist,  ex-VP Board: National Association of Hispanic Journalists   CEO/Digital Strategist Adelante Media   Board of Education    RE Broker   NMLO

Jessie Sorensen-Egan

SECRETARY

Process Improvement SME, Training Facilitator, Content Creator, Continuous Improvement Consultant

MARIA C. PEÑA

VICE PRESIDENT

4xEmmy Nominated Producer, Content Producer & Videographer, Bicultural/Bilingual Journalist, ex - President, National Association of Hispanic Journalists, SF Bay Area Chapter

PRATHIBHA RAMAPRASAD

AT LARGE, INTERNATIONAL

Digital Strategist



Adriana Lopez

TREASURER

Community Liaison & Personal Development Instructor, Real Estate Agent.





KAITLYN GONZALEZ

STUDENT BOARD MEMBER

Youth Advocate & School Council Member




THE ADVISORS

Our Advisors are thought leaders, executives, and professionals who have made a significant contributions in business and to our society. Each and every one of them brings a unique set of skills and expertise to our organization that they share with our membership every year.

SARA LEDTERMAN

FINANCE & INVESTMENT ADVISOR

Sustainability Investing | Venture Capital | Female Founder Advocate | Women in Blockchain

brian bagdasarian

FINANCE & INVESTMENT ADVISOR

CEO/ Founder at Simply Homes | Managing Partner - Simply Capital Management

ha nguyen

FINANCE & INVESTMENT ADVISOR

Founder - Dynasty Ventures

CINDY RODRIGUEZ

TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP ADVISOR

Insurance Consultant | TEDx Speaker | Published Writer



DR. LISA GONZALES

TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP ADVISOR

Chief Business Officer at Mt. Diablo Unified School District



FERNANDA MARIA BARRETO

TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP ADVISOR

Los Angeles Superior Court Judge, ex Los Angeles County DA

TARA NOLAN

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR

Sustainable Growth | Conscious Marketing | Personal Branding | Business Development & PR

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DR. RICARDO WHYTE

MINDSET & RESILIENCE ADVISOR

Psychiatrist | Medical Director at Community Hospital of San Bernadino | Founder - The Master Mind Institute

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kyla sinegal

DEI ADVISOR

Consultant, DEIB Warrior, Student Academic & Equity Champion

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