Minority Education Freedom Foundation

05/28/2026

Latino Voices in Tech™ was an incredible success at Michigan Tech Week, bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders to celebrate representation, collaboration, and the growing impact of Latinos in technology.

Congratulations to Andrés Ospina and the entire Latino Voices in Tech™ team for reaching this amazing milestone at Michigan Tech Week. This achievement reflects the power of community and the importance of creating spaces where Latino voices, entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders can be seen, heard, and empowered.

Detroit continues to shine as a hub for innovation and diversity, and Latino Voices in Tech™ is helping inspire the next generation of Latino talent in the tech industry.

A very special thank you also to Laura Chavez for supporting this project since the very beginning, as well as Andrea Michele Taylor, Sergio Rodenzuela, Luis Antonio Uribegan, and CreateValue™ for helping make this vision a reality.

At the Minority Education Freedom Foundation, we remain committed to building opportunities and opening doors for the Latino community in Michigan.

The future is bright, and this is only the beginning! ✨🚀
God is good!

03/28/2026

A few days ago, the third edition of Latino Voices in Tech took place at the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation—a space built around real experiences, authentic stories, and insights from Latinos working in the tech industry—stories you don’t hear in traditional panels or pitch presentations.

A huge thank you to our speakers—David R. Medina Álvarez, Ezequiel Darre “Zeke,” and Danette Duron-Willner—for sharing their personal journeys and inspiring our community.

Thank you to DHDC and Fantazma Market & Café for hosting and supporting this experience.

Laura Chávez, co-facilitating alongside you created a powerful dynamic that resonated throughout the room.

Special thanks to Andres Ospina for creating this initiative—none of this would be possible without your dedication and commitment behind the scenes.

We also thank motmot and P.A.D. (Personal Apportion Dwellings®) @ pad.space for showcasing their demos and adding another layer to the experience.

Most importantly, we are grateful to our sponsors: Ideal, Laurie Sall, Raíces Detroit, and Clearedheaded LLC.

We are building this—one story, one voice, one event at a time. 🚀

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03/22/2026

02/14/2026

Latino Voices in Tech™ Returns — Elevating Latino Representation in Michigan’s Tech Ecosystem

On Saturday, March 21, we will host the 3rd edition of this growing platform dedicated to amplifying leadership, innovation, and representation across Michigan’s technology and startup landscape.

This initiative was created with a clear purpose: to provide visibility, voice, and meaningful representation for Latino and Latina professionals in tech. In an industry where diverse perspectives are still underrepresented, Latino Voices in Tech™ creates space for our community to be seen, heard, and connected.

This edition will feature curated TED-style talks from Latino leaders who are actively shaping Michigan’s tech startup ecosystem — building careers, launching companies, driving innovation, and creating measurable impact. These conversations are not only inspiring, they are essential to expanding access and opportunity for the next generation of Latino talent.

We are excited to welcome respected voices who are driving real change across the ecosystem. Speaker announcements are coming soon.

We are also proud to recognize Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation (DHDC) and Fantazma Market & Café as our Community Champions for this edition, helping us strengthen the bridge between innovation and community.

📍 Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation (DHDC)
1211 Trumbull, Detroit, MI
🗓 Saturday, March 21
🕛 12:00–2:00 PM

This event is free to attend, but RSVP is required.
Reserve your spot here: https://luma.com/wqcg05c3

Latino Voices in Tech™ is an initiative by Create Value™ in partnership with the Minority Education Freedom Foundation, working together to expand representation, leadership, and opportunity for Latino professionals in Michigan’s innovation economy.
We look forward to seeing you there!!!!!!

Latino Voices in Tech™ is a platform amplifying leadership, stories, and innovation across the tech ecosystem. Through curated TED-style talks, we bring…

11/20/2025

At the historic Howell Opera House, the community came together to celebrate the first-ever Día de Mu***os in the city — an event organized by the Minority Education Freedom Foundation and Latinos en Michigan TV.

Many thanks to Howell Mayor Bob Ellis and Deputy Consul Daniel Aguado of the Consulate of Mexico in Detroit for their support of the first Día de Mu***os (Da...

11/20/2025

At the historic Howell Opera House, the community came together to celebrate the first-ever Día de Mu***os in the city — an event organized by the Minority Education Freedom Foundation and Latinos en Michigan TV.

By: Liliana Ospina At the historic Howell Opera House, the community came together to celebrate the first-ever Día de Mu***os in the

11/20/2025

The 2025 Talentos Latinos Awards Highlighted the Contributions of Immigrants to Michigan and the United States

By Liliana Ospina Detroit, MI — October 17, 2025. This year marked the seventh anniversary of the Talentos Latinos Awards, which have become one

06/20/2025

🚀 Latino Voices in Tech came alive once again—this time in the heart of Southwest Detroit at Mexicantown CDC, where innovation met identity.
This powerful gathering brought together Latino professionals, students, and allies to imagine a future where we are not just included—but leading in technology, science, and industry.
🎙️ Our theme, "Rewriting the Narrative: Latinos, Education, and Access to Tech," challenged us to rethink who gets to shape the future—and how we ensure equity in a rapidly evolving world.
Keynote speaker Jesse Venegas took us on a compelling journey from the industrial age to the digital revolution and into the new frontier of AI and machine learning. His insights reminded us that staying informed and future-ready is critical—not optional.
🔥 Our panelists brought heart and hard truths. Danette Duron-Willner, Juliette Antwan, CISA, Christian Duran, Eduardo Salas and Ezequiel Darre
opened up about the barriers, breakthroughs, and the resilience it takes to thrive in spaces where Latinos are still underrepresented. Their stories were raw, inspiring, and deeply needed.
🎤 A special thanks to Laura Chavez-Wazeerud-Din, who guided the event as MC with grace, energy, and authenticity.
Behind every successful event is a village. Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, or worked behind the scenes. Latino Voices in Tech is not just a moment—it’s a movement. And we’re just getting started.
🙏 Shoutout to Andrés Ospina for co-leading this vision with such heart and purpose.
Let’s keep building, sharing, and empowering. Because the future of tech must include all of us.
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03/20/2025

🌟 Meet Lismar Berro: Breaking Barriers in the Automotive Industry! 🚗💥
Lismar moved to Michigan and quickly made her mark at one of the Big Three automakers. Facing the challenge of a male-dominated field, she didn't just succeed—she excelled, becoming the first woman to earn a Six Sigma Black Belt at her facility, and later, the first Master Black Belt in North America's largest manufacturing complex.
🚀 Lismar’s journey from team player to senior management is a masterclass in perseverance and leadership. Her secret to success? Embrace every challenge, foster teamwork, and never lose your authenticity.
👏 Share Lismar's story to inspire resilience and determination!