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LCDA applauds Bank of America’s recent announcements and critical investments to advance an inclusive society. Bank of America has made a $25 million commitment for the newly-formed initiative with the Smithsonian titled, “Race, Community and Our Shared Future” which will explore how Americans currently understand, experience, and confront race, its impact on communities and how that impact is shaping the nation’s future. Plus, Bank of America has announced a $1 Billion, four-year commitment of additional support to help local communities address economic and racial inequality accelerated by a global pandemic that disproportionately impacts communities of color. To highlight their values and progress through responsible growth, in 2019, Bank of America released their inaugural and comprehensive Human Capital Management Report.

Thanks to Bank of America’s early support, LCDA has expanded operations and increased membership, which includes among the most accomplished and respected leaders in corporate America. As part of an expanded 2020 partnership between LCDA and Bank of America, LCDA is pleased to be one of the partners on this collective work to advance racial equality and economic opportunity, including bringing thought leaders from across the LCDA network to advance ideas and actions on these important topics.

Equilar today announced phase two of the Equilar Diversity Network (EDN) initiative. LCDA is proud to be one of over twenty organizations focused on driving diverse representation in corporate boardrooms. “The Equilar Diversity Network supports our mission to increase LatinX representation in the boardroom. We are eager to partner on this data-driven approach to drive actionable goals and outcomes. The consortium we have formed is committed to driving meaningful change. The time is now, and it is even more crucial for boards to act. We are encouraging our members to participate and self-identify in this data campaign to ensure we have clear data, an action plan, and more opportunities for minority board candidates,” said Esther Aguilera, President and CEO, LCDA. >Read More

In a letter sent to the Senate Banking Committee, 17 organizations including the Chamber of Commerce, the Real Estate Roundtable and the National Association of Investment Companies urged passage of H.R. 5084, the "Improving Corporate Governance through Diversity Act of 2019." >Read More

Big Congratulations to our President & CEO, Esther Aguilera, who has been named as one of Latino Leaders Magazine's Top 100 Most Influential Latinas alongside LCDA Members: Anne Alonzo, Vanessa Benavides, Tere Alvarez Canida, Kimberly Casiano, Adela Cepeda, Cynthia Comparin, Miriam Hernandez-Kakol, Grace Lieblein, Meredith W. Mendes, Sonia Pérez, Elena Rios, Maria Rivas MD, Maria S. Salinas, Nina Vaca, and Yasmine Winkler. >Read More

Congratulations to LCDA Member and ADP CEO, Carlos Rodriguez, on being named as one of Comparably's Best CEOs for Diversity 2020. >Read More

Congratulations to LCDA Member, Kim Casiano, who has been invited to serve as a member of Harvard Business School’s Global Alumni Board.

We're proud to spotlight the 2020 Best of the Boardroom: Highlighting the progress and prominent figures in today's boardrooms, in partnership with the Hispanic Executive. >Learn More

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

New Coverage of LCDA's analysis of women appointed to boards following the enactment of SB 826: The Sacramento Bee: CA may Compel Corporations to Appoint Black, Latino Directors. >Read More

LCDA Member, Adela Cepeda, on how "Covid-19 Accelerates a Digital Transformation" in Latino Leaders Magazine. >Read More

In an effort to showcase top Latina and Latino talent in the US, LCDA and Egon Zehnder have co-launched a video series. Nine distinguished Latino and Latina board directors share their paths to success, lessons they learned along the way, and advice for future Latino leaders. We invite you to watch the interviews, share these stories with your colleagues, and tell your own on social media, using the hashtag #thelatinoimpact. >Watch Here

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