THE ON-DEMAND LATINO LEADERSHIP CLUB
Refugio Atilano
The LLC Founder
I am extremely passionate about the development of everyone I touch, regardless of community or background. My passion is to create as many leaders as possible and you can always count on me, my products, and my services to help accelerate the careers of all. I see your development as my development; for me, this work is personal and I take a lot of pride is seeing you transform into a new, confident, and strong leader.
The LLC Experience
The on-demand Latino Leadership Club (LLC) is a unique and exceptional career development experience for anyone who wants to accelerate in the workplace. This program will strongly position you to boost your confidence, your leadership capability, your network, and your career like never before – we focus both on the Latino culture, mindset, as well as skillset.
Gone are the days where you don’t have access to an incredible leadership program. My goal with the LLC is to provide a mass scale solution and ensure everyone has a fighting chance to develop themselves and to reach their full potential…and all at an affordable price ($200 introductory price per person). My mission is to help as many people as possible by providing critical leadership experiences and insights on things you need to do to be effective and efficient in driving your career. This program will provide structure and demystify the leadership development process; it will provide you with exactly what you need to do to begin to operate differently, in the workplace or at your university as you get ready for the workplace.
The LLC is a game-changer for everyone who’s looking to take the career to the next level. By the end of the program, you will be a different leader who will be turning heads. I look forward to hearing about your development!
WHAT'S IN THE COURSE?
Check out the Syllabus
Session 1: The Start of Your Leadership Journey
- Introductions and Program Overview and Expectations
- Latino Cultural Values and Superpowers
Gary Acosta, Co-founder and CEO and NAHREP, Partner at L’ATTITUDE Ventures, Co-founder, ProXimo at AVANCE Global, Founder, AVANCE Sports, Founder NHCA
Amalia Moreno-Damgaard, Award-winning Author, Leading Authority in Latin Cuisine and Culture Guiding Organizations to Build Authentic Connections with Diverse Communities | Keynote Speaker | Consultant | Experience Curator | Media Personality
Elsa Gonzalez, Assistant Provost of Strategic Educational Partnerships at Texas A&M University
Session 2: Developing an Impact-Focused Mindset
- Impact and Ownership Mindset
- How to Strategically Chart Your Career
Sandra Noemi Torres, Marketing & Growth Strategist | Expert in Driving Market Share, High-Impact Ad Campaigns | Fractional CMO | Director of Sales & Marketing, Consultant, Coach, Award Winner, Creator of UNITED LATINAS
Anna Dapelo-Garcia, Founder and CEO, Lean in Latinas, Belonging and Community Leader at Standford Healthcare
Frank Carbajal, Founder of Silicon Valley Latino Leadership Summit at EsTiempo LLC
Session 3: Creating an Image and Brand that Opens Doors
- Mentors and Sponsors
- Personal Branding
- How to Advocate for Yourself
Alina Moran, Hospital President | Strategic Leadership & Vision | Operational & Financial Expertise | Community & Stakeholder Engagement | Health Equity Advocate | Patient Experience | Healthcare Innovation | Lean & Six Sigma
Dave Tang, Retired Pharma and Healthcare Executive
Lucino Sotelo, CCO | CMO | CDO | Board Member | Delivering Business and Board Value via Customer Experience, Digital, Analytics, and AI Expertise, Financial and Operational Governance, and Inspirational Leadership
Session 4: Building Our Communication Capability
- Overview of Cohort Progress
- Being a Strong Communicator
- Executive Presence
Janie Cervera, Wealth Management Executive | Disruptor | Change Champion
Joelle Martinez, CEO Latino Leadership Institute I Keynote Speaker I Media Contributor I Strategist
Dr. Robert Rodriquez, President at Dr. Robert Rodriguez Advisors LLC
Session 5: Bringing It Home: The New Latino Leader
- Business/Financial Acumen
- Corporate Visibility Overview
- Speaking with Confidence
- Importance of Continued Leadership Development
- Leadership Programs and Coaches
- Special Keynotes
Jeff Martinez, Executive Vice President, Head of Branch Banking at PNC
John Staines, Board Director | Strategic Advisor | F100 CHRO | Global Human Resources Practice Leader | Executive Search & Leadership Consulting | Hispanic Talent Connector | Inclusion Champion
Nannapat Sage, Global Executive Coach | Helping Leaders Reinvent, Build High-Impact Teams & Lead with Agility | C-Suite Whisperer | Talent Strategy, Executive Development & Organizational Transformation Expert
Patricia Mota, President & CEO at HACE, National Outreach, Leadership Development, & Program Expansion | Advocate for Access & Equity
Ruby Garcia, Visibility & Leadership Coach | Speaker | Hypnotherapist | Founder of the Latina Visibility Challenge | Co-Founder of the Latino AI Summit | Building the Future of Work & Leadership Through Latino Talent
Carlos Martin, Co-Founder @ Continuum | Executive Coach | Speaker | Managing Director | Leadership Coach & Facilitator
Claudia Romo Edelman, Founder and CEO of the Hispanic Star and Host of A LA LATINA Podcast | Speaker, entrepreneur, media contributor, and activist for Hispanics
Yai Vargas, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Professional / LinkedIn Networking Ninja / Founder: The Latinista / Author & Speaker
MEET THE EXCEPTIONAL SPEAKER LINEUP
Program Testimonials
“The Latino Leadership Club helped me see my culture as a strength, not a barrier. It gave me the tools and language to lead with authenticity, speak up, and advocate for myself—without leaving my identity behind. It truly shifted how I show up as a leader.”
– Yvonne V.
“The Latino Leadership Club workshop completely transformed how I approach my education and career. It taught me to work smarter, take ownership of my journey, and lead with purpose. I gained practical tools, valuable mentorship, and a mindset that empowers me to use my heritage as a strength. This experience gave me what college alone couldn’t—real-world leadership skills and a supportive network that will stay with me for life. If you’re a college student looking to grow personally and professionally, the LLC is a must.”
– Victoria G.
“Participating in The Latino Leadership Club helped me understand the true power of our Latino culture and how to leverage it as a superpower in business. Not just to seek advancement in my own career, but also in understanding how important it is to help inspire and create additional Latino leaders in Corporate America. We can make a bigger difference together.”
– Alejandro S.
