Gamers/Community/Tech

Video Game Amateurs is an idea. An idea that the only requirement for being a gamer is a love for gaming. As an NYC-based gaming collective, this org. Strives to create experiences for everyone to come out and meet others who share their passion for a particular game, anime, or pop culture icon. As the industry grows and e-sports carve its own space within the culture, they want to show that you don’t need to be the best to participate in the things that make gaming great today. You only need to love being a part of it. 

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Software Engineer | Creator of Poderosa Coding

Lidia De La Cruz is a first-gen Afro-Latina trailblazer in the tech industry with a foundation in education. During her transition into tech, she realized there was little to no representation or resources for women of color in the industry. She decided to document her journey, using her voice to inspire and motivate others looking to make a similar pivot. This commitment to accessibility and her “pay it forward” mentality led her to create her brand, Poderosa Coding. Combining her professional skill set, passion for education, and first-hand experience with marginalization, she has become a leading mentor in her field.

Media/Entrepreneurship

Joshua Rosa is a Creative, National Speaker, Author, Traveler, and at a very tight 2nd to that all, pizza enthusiast. Born to Dominican parents and raised in NJ, through his charismatic speaking and storytelling style, Joshua has been able to impact thousands in person and millions online. In pursuit of expanding this passion for helping others refine who they truly are and helping companies build out a brand voice, Joshua has been able to fuse this drive into MMM Media which is aimed at developing the “voice” we all need. 

Founded in Silicon Valley in 2014.

Latinas in Tech covers the full tech ecosystem, including engineers, cybersecurity experts, data scientists, business development leaders, public relations professionals, sales professionals, journalists, bloggers, entrepreneurs, investors, marketing professionals, recruiters, and everything surrounding it.

Founding Member of Latinas in Tech.

Tatiana Carett is a healthcare leader with 25 years of experience in health service delivery, technology implementation, and healthcare management. She focuses on implementing innovative digital technologies to improve care access, reduce costs, and minimize health disparities. Tatiana is active in building the Latinx tech community in NYC, serving as President of the Latinas in Tech NYC Chapter since 2021. Born in NYC and raised in Venezuela, she holds degrees from NYU (BS, MA in Physical Therapy) and Johns Hopkins University (MPH, MBA in Healthcare Leadership and Management).

Moderator, Community Partnerships

“Aileen Sierra is a first-generation Dominican American and the Community Partners Co-Leader for Latinas in Tech, NYC. She recently earned her Master’s in Marketing, a journey where she first encountered Latinas in Tech. Throughout her academic path, Aileen often felt the absence of representation, but finding Latinas in Tech gave her a sense of belonging. Her passion for volunteering in this nonprofit stems from the memory of her younger self, who wished for guidance in education and business. Now in a position to help others, Aileen is committed to empowering and supporting the next generation of Latinas.”

Director of MTA, Founder of Empowered Entrepreneur.

Caryl is a director in the MTA and founder of Empowered Entrepreneur, which is dedicated to empowering diverse professionals. Balancing a successful corporate career, entrepreneurship, and motherhood, she is passionate about building community, continuous learning, mentorship, and creating impactful experiences like the Flourish retreat in the Dominican Republic. Caryl’s goal is to build a pipeline of talented founders addressing the underrepresentation of women in leadership by providing coaching, resources, and encouragement.

Vice President of Technical Product Management | Entrepreneur | DEI Advocate

Sandra Mosquera Vargas, Afro-Colombian immigrant and VP of Technical Product Management will be a panelist at this year’s Pasaporte Summit! With a wealth of experience leading projects at Fortune 500 companies like Thomson Reuters, Comcast, and J.P. Morgan Chase, Sandra is also a passionate advocate for diversity and co-leads Latinas in Tech Philadelphia.

By Chef Eduardo Cuenca,

Arroces Street Paella brings the rich, vibrant flavors of Spanish cuisine to the streets of NYC. Known for preparing massive paella pans up to 60 inches in diameter, Arroces offers a communal dining experience that celebrates the tradition of paella. Using authentic Spanish rice, fresh seafood, and seasonal vegetables, every dish reflects Chef Cuenca’s culinary roots and passion for street food culture.

 Guests can enjoy signature offerings like seafood paella, spicy chicken croquetas, and various seasonal specialties. With lively music and a festive atmosphere, Arroces Street Paella turns every meal into a celebration, blending tradition and modern street food vibes for a truly unique dining experience.

Ultra Violet is a Dominican-American

DJ hails from the Bronx, NY. Her mixes are full of nostalgia and different genres of music, such as house, dembow, and disco. She takes you on a journey with every set. Her curated sound is inspired by growing up in the melting pot of New York City. She has a monthly residency at the Onyx Room at the legendary House of Yes and has performed at Bonnaroo and Glitterbox.