Governing LatinoLEAD, the Board of Directors supports and uplifts the mission and vision of our organization.
LatinoLEAD Board of Directors
Executive Committee
Esther Ledesma Pumarol, Board Chair
HR Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Corporate Giving, Xcel Energy
Alfredo Martel, Board Secretary
President, Martel Management Consulting LLC
Elvis Rivera, Board Treasurer
Financial Planning Specialist, Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley
Johan Gomez Sang, Fundraiser Chair
Consumer Lending Officer (CLO), Minnesota Bank and Trust
LatinoLEAD Board Members
Dr. Beatriz DeSantiago
Assistant Professor at Minnesota State University (Mankato)
Adjunct Faculty Instructor at Metropolitan State University
Carlos Acosta
Project Engineer, PCL Construction
Jessica Velasco
Community Organizer (Worthington, MN), Unidos Minnesota
Juliana Cadavid Vaughn
Immigrant Advocate, Legal Professional
Marc Valencia
Vice President, New Publica, LLC.
Mary Guerra
Lead Budget Analyst, City of Saint Paul
Walter Cortina
Executive Director, Bridgemakers
LatinoLEAD Committees
How LatinoLEAD committees work
Network Engagement and Event Planning Committee
The Network Engagement and Event Planning Committee assist with strategic planning and membership engagement efforts through our Inspire. Elevate. LatinoLEAD. event series.
Finance and Fundraising Committee
This committee assists the LatinoLEAD team is seeking new methods of funding, engage with potential donors, and support in creating relationships with funders.
Governance Committee
The Governance Committee supports the board in the recruitment of LatinoLEAD board members in addition to ensuring strong board governance that follows LatinoLEAD’s bylaws.
Mi Gente Committee
The Mi Gente committee ensures the infrastructure for LatinoLEAD’s employment experience that aligns with our values and ultimately supports the growth of LatinoLEAD’s staff.
