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Here to Lead

Oct 18, 2024

On this episode of Here to Lead, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar, representative of Texas’ 16th congressional district, shares the joy she experienced growing up in multicultural communities, which contributed to her love of learning. She recounts how her start in politics was unplanned, yet became a full commitment....


Oct 18, 2024

On this episode of Here to Lead, Elisa Villanueva Beard, the CEO of Teach For America, talks about the impact of mentorship and encouragement, particularly when it comes to getting to the next step on your path. Elisa illustrates her commitment to educational excellence for all kids, and inspires people to find passion...


Oct 18, 2024

On this episode of Here to Lead, Xavier Gutierrez returns to discuss his decision to transition into leadership with the Arizona Coyotes hockey team despite reservations and the journey to transform it from a sports team into a beloved organization. He talks about how passion, diversity, influence, and consistent...


Oct 18, 2024

On this episode of Here to Lead, Xavier Gutierrez, the first Latino president and CEO in the National Hockey League, shares his journey of carving his path to success, empowered by his family and mentors' belief in his potential. Even after hitting a highly publicized low point, Xavier has experienced the power...


Oct 18, 2024

On this episode of Here to Lead, Senator Alex Padilla -- the first Latino Senator elected to represent California in the United States Senate and member of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus -- talks about what motivated him to take leaps of faith at the beginning of his civic career. From honoring his...