Welcome to LCDA’s Quarterly Wrap-Up—your update on the progress, partnerships, and the community that fuels our momentum.
Catch up on the latest from the LCDA community—leadership news, regional gatherings, new Member spotlights, and recent board appointments. Explore how LCDA Members are making an impact and see what’s coming up next. |
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10th Annual Board Leaders Convening |
LCDA returned to California—where our first Convening was held in 2016—to celebrate a decade of elevating corporate leadership, strengthening governance, celebrating community, and reshaping boardrooms across America. |
Over 300 Members, CEOs, directors, and corporate partners gathered in San Francisco for three days of strategic dialogue, peer exchange, celebration, and forward-looking insights on the issues shaping modern governance. From the release of the 2025 Board Insights to headline conversations with Mellody Hobson, Fernando Aguirre, Linda Findley, and others, the event reflected the growing influence and national reach of LCDA.
Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsor, KPMG, and Emerald Sponsor, Diligent, for their partnership in making this landmark event possible. |
Celebrating Exemplary Partnerships: 2025 Corporate Visionary Awards
During the Convening, LCDA hosted the annual Corporate Visionary Awards recognizing partners that exemplify forward-looking governance and partnership. This year’s honorees— Wells Fargo, TPG, and Heidrick & Struggles —represent leadership at its best.
The evening celebrated organizations that embody LCDA’s mission to advance boardroom excellence, demonstrating how strong oversight, sound judgment, and forward-thinking governance drive sustained business performance.
A special highlight of the evening was the introduction of LCDA’s first-ever Chair’s Award. Presented by LCDA Board Chair José R. Rodríguez, the award honored Susan Angele, LCDEF Board Member and Senior Advisor of Board Governance, KPMG Board Leadership Center, in recognition of her exceptional leadership, longstanding service, and a transformative partnership model that has significantly expanded LCDA’s reach and impact.
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LCDA advanced a significant milestone in our collective effort to strengthen board leadership nationwide. LCDA joined Change the Board Game, an initiative founded by e.l.f. Beauty to accelerate representation in US corporate boardrooms. This partnership reinforces LCDA’s ongoing commitment to preparing board-ready executives and opening pathways for the next generation of leaders through principled, forward-looking governance.
We were honored to spotlight this movement at LCDA’s 10th Annual Board Leaders Convening, where Tarang Amin, Chairman and CEO of e.l.f. Beauty, spoke to the responsibility—and opportunity—corporate leaders have to reshape boardrooms to reflect the markets and communities they serve. His remarks underscored both the urgency of this work and the role we each play in driving sustainable change from the top.
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As this Season of Giving continues, we reflect on what fuels LCDA and LCDEF: a community of leaders committed to strengthening US boardrooms and shaping a future where excellence and opportunity go hand in hand.
Your year-end, tax-deductible gift to the Latino Corporate Directors Education Foundation (LCDEF) helps sustain and accelerate this mission by supporting world-class programming, independent research that elevates Latino leadership, and a strong, connected community committed to healthier companies and a stronger economy.
Ways to Support LCDEF’s Mission: • Make a tax-deductible donation.
• Double your impact through employer matching.
• Give through a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF).
• Consider a multi-year pledge.
• Share our mission with your network. |
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LCDA is committed to partnering with allied organizations to elevate the Latino impact. |
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Advancing Governance
LCDA was proud to support 50/50 Women on Boards at the 2025 Global Summit in New York City. LCDA leaders TM León and Meesha Rosa, along with LCDA members—including 50 Women to Watch for Boards honoree Effie D. Silva—joined for powerful conversations on Corporate Governance for a Changing World.
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Building Connections
LCDA’s leadership was spotlighted at Avance Global's inaugural PROXIMO Conference in San Diego. President & CEO Ozzie Gromada Meza moderated the session Designing Your Board of Directors, featuring LCDA members alongside industry leaders.
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Advancing Governance
LCDA was proud to support 50/50 Women on Boards at the 2025 Global Summit in New York City. LCDA leaders TM León and Meesha Rosa, along with LCDA members—including 50 Women to Watch for Boards honoree Effie D. Silva—joined for powerful conversations on Corporate Governance for a Changing World.
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Building Connections
LCDA’s leadership was spotlighted at Avance Global's inaugural PROXIMO Conference in San Diego. President & CEO Ozzie Gromada Meza moderated the session Designing Your Board of Directors, featuring LCDA members alongside industry leaders.
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Learn more about LCDA Partners and how your organization can collaborate with us to promote boardroom excellence. |
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Congratulations to LCDA Members on their recent board appointments! LCDA continues to play a pivotal role in bridging the network gap, influencing the candidate pool, and positioning qualified executives for boardroom service.
To learn more about how we support board searches and elevate board-ready talent, click here. |
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LCDA Welcomes New Members |
Join us in welcoming our newest members! Click on the names below to learn more about their backgrounds. |
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Search LCDA’s Talent Directory to connect with a member. |
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Catch up on the latest news from the LCDA community. |
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Board Insights
LCDA is proud to release the Board Insights: An analysis of Latino Representation on Fortune Boards, LCDEF’s annual report that tracks Latino inclusion on public Fortune 1000 boards by analyzing the age of directors, the number of companies with Latino directors, and the overall representation. Recently released at our 10th Annual Board Leaders Convening, this year’s findings continue to highlight areas of advancement and opportunities, as well as delays across industries and service patterns.
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LCDA Mountain Region Networking Reception at and, in partnership with the Denver Art Museum. |
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LCDA Mid-Atlantic Region Networking breakfast in New York, NY, hosted in partnership with Bank of America. |
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Member, Ally, and Partner Mixer in Washington, DC, hosted in partnership with Diligent. |
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Member, Ally, and Partner Mixer in Washington, DC, hosted in partnership with Diligent.
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The LCDA Events Calendar features upcoming engagements hosted by LCDA, LCDEF, and select partner organizations—including both in-person and virtual events.
To request inclusion of your event, contact the LCDA Events Team at events@latinocorporatedirectors.org. Event submissions are subject to approval. |
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LCDA event participation is reserved for LCDA members and partners. To learn more about membership qualifications, visit our website. |
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