Latinx In Power

Thaisa Fernandes is a Senior Program Manager and design enthusiast who blends strategy, creativity, and user-centered approach to build impactful products. She is also a social entrepreneur dedicated to building communities and elevating Latinx and Caribbean voices through projects like Latinx in Power and PM101. In this episode, we explore the journey behind this podcast—what sparked its creation, the challenges faced, and how hosting has transformed Thaisa personally. Plus, hear advice for minorities in tech and fun behind-the-scenes stories! Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y

Fran Meneses (she/they) is a queer illustrator, author, and content creator based in Brooklyn, NYC. While working on projects and comics, Fran enjoys sharing her life's ups and downs on her YouTube channel and social media. In this episode, Fran will share how her cultural background profoundly influences her work, highlighting the impact of personal heritage on her artistic expression. Fran will explain her creative process from concept to completion and discuss the significant challenges faced as a full-time creator, along with the strategies used to overcome them. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y

Izabelle Alvares (she/her) is a graphic designer and art director with 15 years of experience blending editorial design, branding, and experiential design. She views design as a catalyst for meaningful social change and thrives on projects that celebrate collective intelligence and diverse perspectives. For Izabelle, food is more than sustenance—it’s her muse. Whether she’s cooking, creating collages, photographing, or filming recipe videos, food consistently inspires and nourishes not only her body but also her mind and soul. Fun fact: Izabelle and I (Thaisa) launched a book called Vegan Anniversary in the Bay Area! Explore Brazilian cuisine with a vegan twist, blending recipes with stories that connect tradition and plant-based living. Check out more at www.thaisafernandes.com/cookbook In this episode, Izabelle Alvares shares insights from her role as creative director on a new cookbook blending recipes with cultural storytelling. We will discuss her career, inspirations, and the power of design to evoke emotions and connect communities. Iza also offers advice for designers meaning to create socially impactful, story-driven projects. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y

Martín Vargas-Vega (he/him) is a non-traditional Software Engineer with a heart for philanthropy and a passion for community empowerment. Martín’s impressive experience spans leading product development from front-end to back-end, mentoring the next generation of engineers, and making significant contributions to company growth. He was a founding engineer at a company called Habu, which was recently acquired for $200 million. In this episode, we’ll learn more about Martín’s deep commitment to elevating Black and Latinx individuals in the tech industry. We’ll hear more about his story, what led him to pursue a career in tech, and the advice he has for those inspired to join engineering roles. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Thais Campbell (she/her) is a Customer Success Manager specializing in driving product adoption and empowering customers to effectively leverage HubSpot's software. With over six years of experience in Inbound Marketing, Community Building, and Customer Success, Thais is passionate about building strong client relationships and enhancing customer retention. In this episode, Thais Campbell shares her experience transitioning into the tech world from a non-technical background. She offers insights on navigating this shift, building confidence in a tech-focused environment, and using her journey to empower others. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Nic Miranda (he/him) is an Engineering Program Manager at Google Cloud, dedicated to empowering Google users to work faster, smarter, and more securely. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of North Texas and an MBA in Corporate Strategy and Data Analytics from the Quantic School of Business and Technology. In this episode, Nic Miranda discusses the impact of his cultural background on his work and leadership, the importance of mentorship, the concept of "managing up" and its differences from traditional management. He’ll also offer advice for newcomers in the professional world. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Yesenia Monroy (she/her) is an accomplished Global Client Experience leader with expertise in cultivating high-performing teams, optimizing technology, and driving progressive operational efficiencies. In this episode, Yesenia shared insights on her connection with Central America, her professional journey, and the influence of her cultural background on her leadership style. We’ll also discuss navigating cultural nuances within different teams and preparing for future trends in global operations. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: ⁠⁠https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y⁠⁠ Our website is ⁠⁠⁠LatinxInPower.com⁠⁠⁠. Send me a message on Instagram⁠⁠⁠ @Latinx_in_Power⁠⁠⁠ or Twitter⁠⁠⁠ @LatinxInPower.⁠⁠⁠ Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: ⁠⁠⁠medium.com/latinxinpower ⁠⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Walyce Phillip (she/her) is a leader in digital media products and operations with extensive program management experience. She excels in driving product strategy by setting priorities and guiding products through the execution cycle, with a focus on enhancing customer experience and engagement. In this episode, we’ll uncover the key milestones in Walyce’s career and how technical documentation has shaped her journey. We’ll explore her experiences crafting a course with Udacity and delve into the significance of mentorship in her career, as well as how she balances professional responsibilities with her commitment to mentoring and community involvement. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Adriana Pirela (she/her) is not your ordinary Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), she has conquered markets from the US to the Caribbean, showcasing her prowess in boosting revenue and mastering customer acquisition. She's not just about numbers – Adriana's a brand-building maestro, celebrated for her strategies that elevate retention and cut acquisition costs. In this episode, we'll explore Adriana Pirela's Latinx and Caribbean roots to her role as a CMO³, talking about her pivotal career moments, mentorship initiatives, and challenges faced by women in leadership, uncover the global influences shaping her strategies, among other fascinating insights. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Rwynn Christian (he/him) is an experienced Software Engineer at ReflexSystems and an IT Consultant with a Master's degree in Computer Science from The University of Texas in Austin, specializing in Software Systems Engineering and Business Analysis. In this episode, Rwynn shares about his professional engineering journey, providing career advice and sharing practical tips for balancing roles as a consultant, instructor, and software engineer. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Juliana Castro Varón (she/her) is a designer, writer, technologist, and the founder of Cita Press. With a decade of experience working for museums, universities, non-profits, and agencies, she strives to lead projects that spark curiosity, raise questions, and charm audiences. Juliana is a Fellow at Harvard University, where she researches the history of misleading photo manipulation, from darkroom to AI. In this episode, Juliana will share more about the evolution of image manipulation, challenges in publishing, navigating creativity and accessibility in design and balancing creative roles. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Glenville Dixon Jr (he/him) is a digital marketer and business lead gen strategist with over five years of local and international experience in the UK, the US, and his home country. Glenville is passionate about creating immersive and engaging visual stories that communicate the needs of his partners in an entertaining and unique way. In this episode, Glenville discussed his various experiences in digital marketing specially led gen. You'll gain insights on how to learn new skills and collaborate with other creative professionals. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Simone Lima (she/her) is a podcast creator and problem solver dedicated to making a positive impact with a passion for technology and creative pursuits. Fun fact: she has lived in 5 continents already! In this episode, Simone will share more about her career journey, and also about her research on toxic positivity in the workplace, covering signs, mental health intersections, and coping strategies. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Diandre Ottley (he/him) is an IT Manager, Software Engineer, and Data Scientist. He's known for his expertise in applying data-driven insights to improve business processes, as well as his out-of-box approach to problem-solving. He also has a passion for sports and sustainable development. In this podcast episode, we'll discuss Diandre's Caribbean identity, his Taiwan study journey, the influence of teaching experiences on his tech career, returning home, overcoming immigrant challenges, the lasting impact of his time in Taiwan, and how his passion for sports complements his tech career. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Nicholas Fuller (he/him) is the VP of AI and Automation at IBM Research, leading global teams in AI-based innovation for enterprise automation. With expertise in AI software, modernization, edge computing and semiconductor tech, he's an advocate for diversity and the author of "Struggle and Progress." In this podcast, Nicholas will discuss his career journey, innovation with ethics, and leaving a tech and diversity legacy. He will also share advice for aspiring tech professionals, drawing from his book, "Struggle and Progress," which highlights the transformative power of embracing challenges in tech. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://hubspot.sjv.io/y2O46y --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Pablo Veramendi (he/him) is the Director of Audience Evangelism at Microsoft. He is passionate about building meaningful communities and leveraging technology for innovative solutions. Pablo leads Microsoft's global Student Developer programs, including Imagine Cup and Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors. He enjoys inspiring others to believe in and achieve what is possible in the ever-evolving digital landscape. In this episode, Pablo will discuss his Hispanic identity, passion for building communities through technology, and involvement in the Imagine Cup and Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors programs. Pablo will share inspiring moments, insights on the future of technology, and teased upcoming projects at Microsoft. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. Headsup: We receive a commission when you purchase. To learn more, click here: https://lnkd.in/grRP-WNP --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Stacey-Ann Smith (she/her) offers over 9 years of project management experience, skillfully combining vision, strategy, and leadership. By aligning customer requirements with company goals, she consistently delivers successful projects. Stacey-Ann possesses a Business Administration degree and a Project Management certification. In this episode, Stacey-Ann shares her journey as a project manager, discussing her career beginnings, the fulfilling aspects of her role, influences, future challenges, advice for her younger self, and a valuable resource recommendation. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. Headsup: We receive a commission when you purchase. To learn more, click here: https://lnkd.in/grRP-WNP --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

We talked with Beatris Mendez Gandica (she/her), an engineer and Program Manager at Microsoft, specializing in diverse engineering disciplines, nonprofit work, and advocacy for women in STEM. In this episode, we will dive into Beatris's role in the tech industry, her founding of Nuevo Foundation to empower underrepresented students in STEM, her insights on overcoming career challenges, and her valuable advice for women pursuing tech careers. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. Headsup: We receive a commission when you purchase. To learn more, click here: https://lnkd.in/grRP-WNP --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

Sherry-Ann Joseph (she/her) skills set includes data handling, analysis, report writing, and procurement. Sherry-Ann is passionate about educating adolescents on sexual health through Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE). Through Grenada Planned Parenthood Association, she mastered project management and grant writing, leading successful grant proposals and coordinating projects with local organizations and researchers. In this episode, Sherry-Ann will share her journey's beginnings, discuss her core values, and explore her favorite aspects of project management. She will also talk about her passion for Comprehensive Sexuality Education and working with adolescents. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. Headsup: We receive a commission when you purchase. To learn more, click here: https://lnkd.in/grRP-WNP --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support

We had a conversation with Hernan Chiosso (he/him), an HR innovation leader with over 25 years of experience in software development and product management. Hernan serves as a Lead Volunteer at U.S. Digital Response and is the Founder of ProductizeHR. He also mentors graduates and startups globally and holds certifications in SPHR, Scrum, and Design Thinking. During this episode, Hernan delves into topics such as AI's impact on HR processes, disruptions in the job market caused by AI, and his vision for AI's future role in the HR industry over the next decade. Additional Reading Mentioned in the Interview: medium.com/latinxinpower Our website is LatinxInPower.com. Send me a message on Instagram @Latinx_in_Power or Twitter @LatinxInPower. Check out our new episodes every first Tuesday of the month. ✨Exciting news! Latinx In Power is now part of the HubSpot Podcast Network, the go-to audio hub for business professionals. To learn more, click here: https://buff.ly/3Rynj5h --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latinxinpower/support