Meet the 2019
Multicultural Women Executive Leadership Program Fellows
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For further information, contact:
Natalie Mal, Program Manager
(714) 707-0749
natalie@yasmindavidds.com
Los Angeles, California, April 17, 2019
– Dr. Yasmin Davidds, the founder of the Multicultural Women Executive Leadership Program (MWELP), is proud to introduce the program’s 2019 cohort. This year’s program consists of 31 fellows, including
15 experienced executives, 1
1 successful entrepreneurs and 5 talented millennials. The diverse base of women represent over 18 countries, and more than a quarter of the cohort population are immigrants from around the world.
“We have a group of phenomenal women from diversified backgrounds. This unique setting brings together powerful women from a variety of countries, with expertise in a multitude of business sectors,” said Davidds. “This cohort hosts attorneys, nonprofit executives, politicians, engineers, government executives, real estate developers, financial institution executives…and they’re all learning with each other, and from each other, on this journey.”
The 2019 MWELP began in March with a three-day intensive leadership session launch, which took place on the University of Southern California campus. The six-month program will continue through August with monthly weekend leadership sessions at USC, and weekly team video conference calls. Each month, assessments are provided to track progress and the development of each woman’s strengths. The program culminates with a graduation gala in September.
Dr. Davidds, who also founded the Women’s Negotiation and Leadership Program at UCSD’s Rady School of Management, offered in the spring and fall semesters, shared, “MWELP offers more than leadership training. We build a community – a sisterhood – of inspiring women who bring the best out of one another by bringing the best of themselves. It is extremely fulfilling to witness the tremendous growth that occurs throughout their six-month journey.”
MWELP is in the process of developing additional programming to complement the current available curriculum.
“Our current courses provide our fellows with incredible opportunities to develop their leadership skills, and create a network of women who share a special bond. Additional programs will build upon that, so our graduates can delve deeper into life-changing content, all while shooting for beyond that glass ceiling,” noted Dr. Davidds.
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Executive Leadership Program Fellows
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Mildred Segura, Esq.
Partner, Reed Smith, LLP
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Sithy Farook, Esq.
Manager of Facilities and
Construction, Fox Studios
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Yimi Casasola, MBA
Vice President of Client Services, MUFG/PurePoint Financial
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Lorna Holt, MBA
Engineer I
SoCalGas
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Trecia Simmonds, MBA
Vice President and Compliance
Officer, MUFG Union Bank
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Janet Gonzales, MA
Senior Associate
Milken Scholars Program,
Milken Institute
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Vanessa Marrero, MSW
Director of College and Career
Readiness, SCUSD
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Leah Turner
Project Manager
Turner Construction
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Heidi Soto
Area Business Manager
MannKind Corporation
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Yvonne Santos
Vice President/SBA Department
Manager, International City Bank
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Charli Kirk
Director - Transaction Banking
Sales Team, MUFG Union Bank
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Wendy Higuera
Marketing
Silverline Construction, Inc.
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Mary Grace Dela Paz
Director and Private Bank Client
Service Manager, MUFG Union Bank
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Nora Guerra
Affordable Lending Business
Development Manager,
Freddie Mac
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Sally Jeun
Corporate Communications
Advisor,
Southern California Edison
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Entrepreneur Program Fellows
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Erica Moore-Burton Esq.
Principal,
Round Hill Search, Inc.
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Vanessa Delgado, MPA
Managing Partner/Owner,
Azure Development, Inc.
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Robinne Burrell, MBA, MA
Chief Product Officer/Owner,
Redflight Innovation, LLC
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Bentley Curtis, MS
Image Consultant,
Bentley Curtis
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Anna Sauceda
President/Owner, Associated
Construction Services Group
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Anita Ron
President,
Briteworks, Inc.
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Brenda Duarte
Owner, Senior Helpers of
San Gabriel Valley
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Kathlina Lai
Program Manager – Strategic
Initiative, SoCalGas
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Dora Herrera
President,
The Sosa Restaurant Group/
Yuca's Hut
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Jannet Guerrero
Manager of Corporate
Engagement, Working Wardrobes
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Jacky Ibarra
Owner
Velas Hall
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Millennial Leadership Program Fellows
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Corine Taylor, MBA
Community Relations Associate,
LA 2028 Olympic & Paralympic
Games Organizing Committee
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Jeanine Interiano
Teacher of the Visually Impaired,
Southwest SELPA
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Dilini De Silva
Executive Assistant/
Department Coordinator, Fox Next
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Giannina Rodriguez
Underwriter Assistant
EQ One Insurance Services
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Yaritza Gonzales
Paralegal, Central American
Resource Center
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Dr. Yasmin Davidds
President, Founder & CEO, Dr. Yasmin Institute
Dr. Yasmin Davidds is the founder and CEO of the Dr. Yasmin Institute. Organizations dedicated to the teaching, instruction and development of negotiating skills and leadership competencies primarily focused on women in professional, academic and corporate settings.
About the Multicultural Women Executive Leadership Program:
The Multicultural Women Executive Leadership Program was developed by Dr. Yasmin Davidds in response to her lifelong pursuit to help women realize the power they hold within themselves. The program, which strives to develop the leadership abilities of women entrepreneurs and executives, creates a cohesive platform that encourages attendees to learn about more than just business, but to learn about themselves, so each can utilize their unique strengths as they rise to the top.
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