Through an unparalleled reach into the Latina community, HOPE is able to showcase Latina talent throughout the conference. HOPE secures Latina keynote speakers whose personal and professional experiences resonate with participants and inspire them to strive toward new possibilities.
| 2007 |
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| 2006 |
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| 2005 |
Patricia Madrid, Attorney General of the State of New Mexico
Julie Stav, Retirement Benefit Systems and Julie Stav, Inc. |
| 2004 |
Giselle Fernandez, Skinny Hippo Productions; former co-anchor of the KTLA Morning News
Noelia Rodriguez, Chief of Staff and Director of External Affairs, The Broad Foundation; former Press Secretary & Director of Communications for Laura Bush |
| 2003 |
Consuelo Castillo Kickbusch, Lieutenant Colonel (retired), U.S. Army; Educational Achievement Services
Yasmin Davidds, Empowerment Specialist and Author |
| 2002 |
Lisa Quiroz, Publisher, PEOPLE en Español
Maria Contreras Sweet, Secretary of Business, Transportation & Housing, State of CA
Helena Maria Viramontes, author
Nancy De Los Santos, Producer, Director, and Writer |
| 2001 |
Lisa Fernandez, two time Olympic Gold Medalist, U.S. Softball team
Christy Haubegger, Founder Latina Magazine, CEO Latina Media Ventures |
| 2000 |
Sandra Cisneros, award winning author
Nydia Rojas, recording artist, mariachi musician |
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