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HLS by
We Are All Human

Gala 2025 Logo

October 29–30, 2025
New York City

STEP INTO THE FUTURE OF
THE HISPANIC COMMUNITY

The 2025 HLS by We Are All Human is an amazing opportunity to exchange ideas, fact-based data, and strategy to help elevate the Latino narrative in the U.S.

Today, more than ever, Latino leaders are welcome to unite efforts and help us position Hispanics as what they truly are, a powerful economic driving force in the U.S. Designed to resonate with both Latino and non-Latino communities alike, HLS promises an engaging platform where diverse voices harmonize towards a common goal: uplifting and celebrating the Hispanic economic opportunity.

The HLS by We Are All Human will be 1.5 days of programming and networking, make sure you join as space is limited.

Participation in the 2025 HLS by We Are All Human is exclusively reserved for active Hispanic Star members.

We encourage you to join our membership to secure your attendance at this significant event and actively contribute to elevating the narrative of Latinos

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shifting the narrative

The HLS by We Are All Human exists to shift the narrative and ensure the significant contributions of the Latino community to innovation, economic growth, and cultural change are recognized and actively fostered.

Despite being a driving force in building the future, the Latino community's impact is often overlooked. HLS aims to transform awareness into tangible progress, demonstrating that engaging with and investing in the Latino community leads to collective advancement for all.

Who We Bring Together

The Summit convenes a dynamic mix of Latino leaders, innovators, allies, and trailblazers. This includes:

Decision-makers and Innovators

C-suite executives, founders, senior leaders (both Latino and non-Latino) from strategic industries.

Advocates and Experts

Influential Hispanic organizations, academia, key subject-matter experts, creatives, and media professionals.

Community and Future Leaders

Local changemakers, youth ambassadors, and community allies.

Corporate Champions

Individuals with a demonstrated commitment to advancing Hispanic leadership.

Global Voices

Ensuring diverse perspectives.

our OBJECTIVES

1

Shape and Amplify the Latino Narrative

Combine data-driven insights with compelling storytelling to reshape perceptions and highlight the transformative influence of the Latino opportunity.

2

Showcase Latino Economic Potential

Demonstrate the Latino community’s power as consumers, workforce leaders, and economic drivers, revealing tangible opportunities for growth and investment.

3

Foster High-Value Connections

Cultivate high-impact partnerships and coalitions among stakeholders to drive collaboration, innovation, and long-term progress.

Hispanic Leadership Summit 2025

Program Overview & Flow

The 2025 Hispanic Leadership Summit is a one-day experience designated to elevate, activate, and unify Latino leadership, economic power, and cultural narrative across all sectors.

The program flows from establishing a strong foundation with data, into exploring narrative building and influence, and ends with actionable tools and strategies for sustained impact.

Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
morning
Laying the Foundation: Data, Narrative, and Influence

The day opens by framing the Hispanic community as a critical economic force, backed by robust data. Keynotes and spotlights highlight Hispanic contributions to growth.

Then the focus shifts from economics to influence—how businesses can invest in Hispanic employees and consumers to create shared value.

Panels explore employer strategies and consumer engagement, followed by sessions on building a unifying narrative and activating it.

Close Modal
Close Modal
Open Mic
11:00 am - 11:20 am ET
(20 mins)

An opportunity for all attendees to share their own experiences in executing the Hispanic Promise, ask questions of each other, and make peer-to-peer connections.
‍
Moderator: Saber Sherrard, Partner, Bain & Company

11:00 am - 11:20 am ET
Plus (To open card)
Open Mic
afternoon
Empowering Action Through Breakouts

The second half of the day offers breakout sessions across three dynamic tracks—Narrative & Factivism, Leadership & Personal Development, and Entrepreneurship.

Each is designed to align and empower participants to become agents of change.

Through these sessions, attendees will gain the narrative tools, strategies, and inspiration needed to activate their influence, represent the Latino community with pride, and drive meaningful impact in their industries and beyond.

  1. Narrative & Factivism (e.g., AI and storytelling, branding with purpose)
  2. Leadership & Personal Development (e.g., financial literacy, mentorship, leadership playbook)
  3. Entrepreneurship (e.g., scaling businesses, growth tools, partnerships)

Participants choose two sessions to customize their learning.

Close Modal
Close Modal
Open Mic
11:00 am - 11:20 am ET
(20 mins)

An opportunity for all attendees to share their own experiences in executing the Hispanic Promise, ask questions of each other, and make peer-to-peer connections.
‍
Moderator: Saber Sherrard, Partner, Bain & Company

11:00 am - 11:20 am ET
Plus (To open card)
Open Mic

Overall Flow & Objective

The summit moves intentionally from understanding the opportunity to mobilizing action.

Through data, storytelling, cross-sector engagement, and practical tools, it aims to elevate the Latino community as a united economic and cultural force and equip participants to carry that momentum into their industries and beyond.

Watch the 2024 Summit

Key Roles

Co Chairs and Strategic Panel Members for this year’s Hispanic Leadership Summit

Co chairsStrategic Committee

Co chairs

Juan Andrade

President, USHLI

Claudia Romo Edelman

Founder & CEO, We Are All Human

Dale Petroskey

CEO, Dallas Regional Chamber

Alfredo Oropeza

Chef, Host & Producer

Henry Cisneros

Chairman, American Triple I

Rosie Rios

Chair, U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission

Saber Sherrard

Partner, Bain & Co.

Grace Bonilla

President & CEO, UWNYC

Juan Enriquez

Managing Director, Excel Venture

Martin Cabrera, Jr.

CEO & Founder, Cabrera Capital

Mauricio Gutierrez

President, Corsica Capital, LLC

Melissa Artabane

Executive Vice President, Bain & Co.

Ying McGuire

CEO and President, NMSDC

Strategic committee

Gaby Natale

President & CEO, Hispanic Heritage Foundation

Eduardo Arabu

National Hispanic Corporate Council

Judit Arenas

Executive Director, APCO

Andre Arbelaez

President & CEO, Hispanic C-Suite Corporate Council

Ramiro Cavazos

President & CEO, United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Gary Acosta

CEO & Co-founder, National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP®)

Patricia Mota

President & CEO, Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement

Victor Arias, Jr.

Managing Director, Diversified Search Group

Jorge Ferraez

Publisher, Latino Leaders Magazine

Rocio Van Nierop

CEO, Latinas in Tech

Danny Vargas

President, VARCom Solutions

Marco Davis

President & CEO, Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI)

Marty Martinez

Founder & CEO, Social Revolt Agency

Arabel Alva Rosales

President & CEO, AAR & Assocs. LTD.

Delia Gutierrez McLaughlin

Principal Engagement Lead, Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Eneida Roman

CEO, Amplify Latinx

Ivonne Diaz-Claisse

Founder & CEO, Hispanics Inspiring Students' Performance and Achievement (HISPA)

Thomas Savino

CEO Prospanica

Jorge Plasencia

Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO, Republica Havas

THANKs TO OUR SPONSORS

Working together towards the HLS 2024.
For sponsorship opportunities, please email us at partnerships@weareallhuman.org

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Previous Years

Take a look at the previous years'
HLS by We Are All Human events.

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2023

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2022

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2021

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2020

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2019

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2018

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