Joelle Martinez
President & CEO
Latina Leadership Institute
Interview Title:
Latino Leadership
es el Futuro!
Interview available:
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
at 12:00 pm CT
“The Visionary Trailblazer”
She learned leadership from her grandmother, Ramona Martinez, the first Latina to head up the Denver City Council. Joelle is carrying on family traditions as the President and CEO of the Latino Leadership Institute.
The Institute prepares, connects, and elevates Latino leaders. Recognized as one of the 25 Most Powerful Women by the Colorado Women’s Chamber, her expertise spans Neuroleadership, Identidad Latina, civic engagement, demographics, and DEI. Be fueled by her pasión for leadership excellence!
Interview is available at 12:00 pm CT on
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
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Joelle Martinez
Key Moments
00:01:01 – Joelle shares her 9th-generation Latino heritage and indigenous roots.
00:01:56 – The mix of indigenous, Spanish, and Mexican roots within Joelle’s family.
00:03:00 – Discussing Latino assimilation and identity struggles in the US.
00:04:36 – Joelle’s family history: Pioneers in education, politics, and community building.
00:10:46 – Leadership lessons from resilient Latina women in Joelle’s life.
00:15:00 – Joelle’s journey in public policy and the impact of her work on the Affordable Care Act.
00:22:00 – Taking charge of the Latino Leadership Institute and building a platform for Latino empowerment.
Our host:
Dr. Juana Bordas
is recognized as an elder and icon in the world of leadership, diversity, and the advancement of Latinos, women, and communities of color. She was the founding president of the National Hispana Leadership Institute, received the International Leadership Association Life-Time Achievement Award, and the first Latina faculty at the Center for Creative Leadership. Dr. Bordas is the author of The Power of Latino Leadership - Ahora!
