Maydi Adler is a public relations manager for the nonprofit organization Chicanos Por La Causa in Houston, Texas, where she supports community development, health and human resources, economic development, and education. During our conversation she shared what motivates her to continue serving our community, as well as how her path collided with this impactful organization.

Ada Ortega has built her career in public service. Currently, as Press Secretary for Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner she has been at the forefront during some of the most critical times in our recent history, and she has leant her communications expertise to support the fourth-largest city in the United States. As a Latina, Ada joins this leadership series to share her path to public life and her perspective as a Latina in leadership!

Yvonne Guidry is the founder of the online platform that is a runaway hit, SpoiledLatina.com. Her annual women's empowerment summit known as the Spoiled Latina Summit is coming up this weekend, and she took a few moments to share with me why she is so excited to continue growing her platform - both for herself and for others.

As a Miss Texas Plus America contestant representing Houston in the national Miss Plus America pageant, Nikki Levario-Canchola is proud to dispel some of the often hurtful and misguided beliefs about body image. She believes women don't have to conform to popular body standards to be the best versions of themselves, and she joins me on this episode to share her perspective and journey into the Miss Plus beauty world.

She's an educator and an entrepreneur with a passion for making education attainable for all. Through her nonprofit, The Courage to Bee, Inc., Kerlin is able to provide school supplies, technology, and skill-building workshops to underserved families. In addition, she is preparing to become a school principal. Get to know this powerhouse Latina on this episode of the Latina Leadership Series.

Elvia Quintanilla is a powerhouse. At her young age, this Latina entrepreneur has founded Texas Technical Trade School where she is creating tuition-free educational opportunities for students interested in pursuing careers in trade fields that are in-demand. Prepare to be excited and motivated by Elvia's dynamic energy!

Liz Lara-Carreño is the Director of Market & Outreach for Goldman Sachs' 10,000 Small Businesses in Houston, as well as a well-known Latina leader across the Greater Houston region. I was excited to share some time with her on this latest episode of the Latina Leadership Series.

Desirée Klaus is a creative by nature, and intentional in her purpose. During our time together on this episode we talk about her latest project – her podcast 'Let's Vámonos,' as well as her background as a singer, and much more. Join me as we get to know Desirée a bit more.

She serves as Board Chair for the National Hispanic Professional Organization (NHPO) Houston Chapter, and has been a leading member of this influential organization since 2014. Ilsa Garcia joins me for this episode of the Latina Leadership Series. Listen now for a very fun and informative conversation!

Claudia I. Macias is the woman behind the popular online show, La Super Comadre Claudia. I had the pleasure of meeting her in person and could not pass the opportunity to have her on the show to share her unique perspective as a Latina in Leadership!