Latinas in Tech - Central Florida

05/18/2026

Your roadmap to the future of tech is officially here...
We’ve designed the agenda to be your masterclass in leadership, innovation, and career acceleration. From deep dives into Al production to high-stakes career strategy, every minute of this day is built to help you own your power.

Swipe through to see the full schedule and plan your day.
Whether you’re architecting the next generation of Al agents, navigating a mid-career pivot, or learning to lead with unapologetic ambition, there is a session designed specifically for your journey.

One day. Infinite connections. Are you ready to lead what’s next?

* Secure your seat and join us on May 21:

https://latinasintech.org/summit-2026


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04/09/2026

🤘 Day 2 | Tampa Bay Tech Week — Breaking Ceilings: Lunch & Learn

What a day.

Today, we had the privilege of bringing together an incredible group of leaders, innovators, and community members for a powerful and intentional conversation on building a more inclusive tech ecosystem in Tampa Bay.

🙏 A heartfelt thank you to our amazing moderator
Olga Alcaraz — for guiding the conversation with such thoughtfulness and impact

🎙️ To our inspiring speakers
Monica Hernandez
Diana Doré
Jessenia Otero
Ernesto Martinez
— thank you for your honesty, insight, and for showing up so authentically

🤝 To our partners and sponsors co x
.tbprof
— your support made today possible, and your commitment to this work does not go unnoticed in support of .

💜 And to our community
Thank you for being in the room, for engaging in meaningful dialogue, and for being part of something bigger than ourselves

Today was more than an event — it was a step forward.

If Tampa Bay is going to lead in tech, we must lead together.

LatinasInTech Tribaja TechForAll TampaBay

03/30/2026

🤘Tampa Bay is rising — but is everyone rising with it?

Forbes named Tampa Bay the #1 emerging tech hub in the country.
We have 50,000+ tech workers, a booming fintech and cybersecurity scene, and a region growing fast.

But here’s the truth no one puts on the brochure:

▪️ Black workers earn 21% less than their White counterparts
▪️ Nearly 30% of Black residents lack reliable internet access
▪️ Latinos make up nearly 1 in 5 Americans—but less than 10% of tech roles 
▪️ Latinos hold only ~7–8% of tech jobs nationwide 
▪️ Latino-founded startups receive just ~2% of venture capital funding 

The people building AI and innovation still don’t reflect our communities.

That changes in this room.

Join us for an intimate lunch + power panel with diverse leaders breaking ceilings in tech, AI, and digital innovation — right here in Tampa Bay.

This isn’t a networking happy hour.
This is a real conversation.

🎤 What to Expect
— How AI is reshaping opportunity — and who gets left behind
— The real cost of the digital divide
— What it takes to build an inclusive tech ecosystem
— Moving from representation to a real pipeline

🍽️ Details
📅 April 9
🕦 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Entrepreneur Collaborative Center
✨ Lunch included | Limited seating

This is for you if:
✦ You’ve ever felt like the only one in the room
✦ You’re building, pivoting, or breaking into tech
✦ You want real conversations—not surface-level networking
✦ You’re ready to be part of change

🌟 Presented by .co +
🤝 In partnership with , .tbprof Bay, , in support of

🎟️ Link in bio or save QR code hold down for link to RSVP today!

InclusiveInnovation AI TampaBay TechForGood RepresentationMatters

03/10/2026

Join us for our first 2026 Space Coast 🚀Cafecito with Latinas in Tech - Central Florida! This is a casual, welcoming space to connect, share ideas, and build community with fellow Latinas and allies in the tech industry.

🗓️ Date and time

Thursday, March 19, 2026

📍 Location

The Cuban Corner 321

765 N Wickham Rd Suite 105, Melbourne, FL 32935

If you know someone in the Space Coast region who would like to join us and hasn’t done so yet, please share our website with them so they can sign up: https://latinasintech.org

PS: This event is free to attend, but guests are responsible for their own coffee or food purchases. Check out the venue’s menu here: https://thecubancornermelbournefl.com/

Space is limit, please RSVP by March 15

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03/08/2026

Today we celebrate all the incredible women who are building, leading, innovating, and opening doors in tech. 💻✨

In Central Florida and beyond, our community continues to prove that when Latinas support each other, we all rise. Let’s keep sharing knowledge, lifting one another up, and creating more space for the next generation of women in technology.

Feliz Día Internacional de la Mujer! 💜

02/28/2026

🚀 JEFA DEL MES 🚀

We’re proud to recognize Vannessa Haydeé Weber — social researcher, data scientist, and Founder of Veracity Research Solutions.

For 10+ years, she’s been helping organizations turn data into direction — guiding funding, strategy, and program design to create real, measurable change.

As a Latina founder, she’s committed to equity, impact, and community — even providing complimentary services to support military-connected families.

Data. Impact. Purpose.
That’s Jefa energy. ✨

02/21/2026

ig win for our community! 🚀

The Orlando edition of the Global Power Platform Festival happened yesterday and it was a huge success. This free, community-driven event brought together user groups from around the world to explore the Microsoft Power Platform through immersive boot camp sessions, hands-on labs, and expert-led learning.

We’re especially proud that our own Latinas in Tech Central Florida chapter leaders — — hosted and led the experience locally.

A huge thank you to Accenture for the support and for having our community at their Orlando office!

The collaboration, knowledge sharing, and energy in the room showed exactly what happens when community and technology come together.

Grateful to everyone who attended, supported, and helped make it happen. More innovation and community learning ahead! 💡🌎

02/17/2026

01/31/2026

Whether you’re leading a boardroom meeting, head-down in code, or connecting with your local chapter, representation matters.

Did you know we have an official 𝗟𝗶𝗧 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽? 🛍️

We’ve curated a collection of essentials designed to celebrate your journey and your heritage. Featured here are two of our community’s favorite t-shirts, the perfect uniform for the modern Jefa.

The best part? You’re shopping with purpose. 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, allowing us to continue creating the programs, events, and resources that help Latinas thrive in the tech industry.

Shop the collection now: https://buff.ly/PFWkO3H

01/05/2026

For the past four years, Leandra Otero has been a trailblazer, leading with vision, resilience, and heart. Her work spans across in regulation, quality control, strategic leadership, and community building, but her true superpower lies in creating new opportunities and empowering others with a growth mindset.

Through mentorship, networking, and advocacy, Leandra has helped countless women step into new roles and rise to their full potential. This success reflects not only her leadership but also the collaborative effort of an incredible team committed to empowering Latinas in tech.

Together, they have:

✅ Built a thriving chapter since its launch in 2023, now representing professionals across senior, mid-level, and leadership roles.
✅ Established a strong digital presence and community engagement across social platforms.
✅ Hosted impactful events—from launch celebrations and leadership summits to networking brunches, cafecitos, and Hispanic Heritage programs—connecting and elevating Latinas in tech throughout Florida and beyond.

Her leadership philosophy says it all:
“When one of us rises, we all rise. Leadership is about opening doors and walking through them together.”

Here’s to celebrating Leandra and the entire team for building a powerful network and inspiring future jefas to dream big and lead boldly!