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Latino Economic Empowerment and Development (LEEAD) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring Latino-owned businesses have fair access to procurement opportunities across both public and private sectors. As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, your donation to LEEAD is tax-deductible under U.S. law. To claim your donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. This receipt will be sent to you upon the successful completion of your donation. By supporting LEEAD, you are helping to empower Latino small businesses and fostering community growth. Your contribution fuels economic development and creates lasting opportunities for the broader Latino community, making it a valuable investment.
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Meet the Leadership Team
At LEEAD, we’re led by a passionate team of individuals who are focused on driving change and delivering economic empowerment to the Latino business community.
Our Executive Board of Directors
Carlos Rodriguez
President
Michelle Minguez
Executive Director
Susana Osorio
1st Vice President
Sojey Fernandez
2nd Vice President
Bilcenia Cabreja
Treasurer
Carlos Rodriguez
President
Michelle Minguez
Executive Director
Susana Osorio
1st Vice President
Sojey Fernandez
2nd Vice President
Bilcenia Cabreja
Treasurer
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Advisory Members
In addition to our Executive Board, LEEAD is fortunate to have a dedicated group of Advisory Members who provide valuable guidance and expertise.
Batres Creative Solutions
Media, Marketing Consulting
Advisory BoardApache Legend Group
Construction Development
Executive BoardThe Zamora Group | Washington and Lee University School of Law
Attorney and Professor of Law
Advisory BoardNY Lighting Group Inc.
Consultant Services: Energy Efficiency Lighting, Controls and Renewab
Advisory BoardD&S Agency
Marketing
Executive BoardVenus Media
Media Strategy & Buying Agency
Advisory BoardM&M Strategies Collective
Consulting Services; Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Brand Development, Campaign
Executive BoardMirabal Engineering
Consulting Services; design & development; technical services; inspection, supervision & management
Advisory BoardItemeca Inc
Construction
Advisory BoardMundo Sherman Creek, Inc
Restaurants owner , Food industry
Advisory BoardMMS Group
Restaurants owner , Food industry
Executive BoardNew York Weight Wellness Medicine
Weight Management, Medical
Advisory BoardGodwin Medical PC
Medical Care;Medical , wellness, vaccines , Education and Mentoring.
Advisory BoardFood Industry
Advisory BoardTamalito Inc
Chef Council NYC, Activist, Media, Author
Advisory BoardConsultant
Strategy, Advocacy, Partnerships
Executive BoardCommunity Leader
Community Organizer
Advisory BoardPio Pio NYC Inc
Food Industry
Advisory BoardYear One Strategies
Consulting Services; Small Business Advocacy; Technical Assistance; Strategy
Advisory BoardZamora Entertainment
Music, Entertainment, Concerts, Restaurants/Venue owner
Advisory Board
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