We unlock the full economic and social potential of Latinos by preparing, connecting, and elevating Latino leaders and entrepreneurs
Why Our Work Matters
By 2050, Latinos will comprise nearly 30 percent of the U.S. population. Today and in the future, the demographic destiny of the U.S. will be characterized by the growing Latino population. In fact, Latinos have an impact on all aspects of life.
Population
51%
Latinos accounted for more than half of U.S. overall growth according to the 2020 Census
Workforce
78%
Latinos will account for 78% of net new workers between 2020 – 2030
GDP
$3.2 Trillion
If U.S. Latinos were a country, they would have the 5th largest GDP in the world
Purchasing Power
$3.4 Trillion
U.S. Latinos control a total of $1.7 trillion in purchasing power
Our Programs
Learn more about our programs
Our Work
Leadership Development
Advancing Latino leaders through programming rooted in context, culture, community, and neuroscience.
Entrepreneurship Growth
Accelerating growth-stage Latino & BIPOC business leaders.
Activated Latino Network
Connecting accomplished and influential professionals across sectors and industries.
Expertise
Bridging data, personal narratives, and practical solutions to unlock Latino potential.
What’s New
Diane Garcia Takes Her Seat in the C-Suite
Diane Garcia, LLI graduate, is shattering glass ceilings as the Chief People Officer at Congruex. With less than 1% of Latinas in executive roles among 12.8 million in the U.S. workforce, Diane’s unique perspective is crucial for future growth.
Latino Leadership Institute CEO says unlocking group’s potential is crucial
“We stand at a critical juncture for diversity, equity and inclusion in the long term,” Martinez said in her keynote address.
The Latino Executive Leadership Gap
Without intervention, the Latino executive leadership gap is on track to increase to 600% by 2050.
Our Partners
The LLI mission and impact would not be possible without the generous and continued support of our partners.
Bellco
Charles Schwab
Gates Family
Kenneth King
Lumen
Marathon Petroleum
Molson Coors
Slalom
Tofurky
US Bank
WK Kellogg Foundation
