Gilberto Atayde, srving as the Executive Director of the Greater North Texas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, brings a wealth of leadership experience, having managed global call center operations and overseen multi-million-dollar projects.
Rene Camacho is a Hispanic professional deeply committed to health care and community service, and we want to highlight his work as he has been a source of inspiration in the health care field.
Elida Almonte is a prominent community and political leader who has dedicated her career to making a lasting impact on the Dominican community in the United States. As the visionary behind the Dominican Taste Festival and the founder of the Dominican USA Chamber of Commerce, Almonte has been instrumental in promoting both business opportunities and cultural exchange for Dominicans living in the U.S.
Laura Valdes is the founder, owner, and lead linguist of Valdes Language Services, a woman-owned agency based in San Diego. With over 14 years of experience, Laura established Valdes Language Services to provide high-quality translation and interpretation services that empower multilingual communities.
As a first-generation Mexican American, I am the child of immigrant parents who sought a better life in the United States. Born in Colorado, I grew up in a working-class family where my father worked in the restaurant industry and my mother cleaned hotels.
Rev. Carmen Gloria Hernandez, born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, and raised in New York City since she was just six months old, has spent her life dedicated to serving her community.
Delia serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Tico Productions, LLC and Tico Sports, as well as the Chief Operating Officer of The Latino Coalition. In these roles, she is instrumental in driving operational strategies and fostering organizational excellence.
CiCi Rojas is char pf y-USA’s National Board of Directors and has served on the board since 2016. She previously chaired the board’s International, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee and is a strong ally and advocate for the Y’s work of ensuring ethnic and racial equity for all.