2026
LATINA LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
Our 2026 Speaker Lineup Is Coming Soon!
Get ready for powerful voices and transformative stories.
Our Team
Carlos Gomez
President/CEO
Carlos Gomez leads the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City with a focus on supporting small businesses, particularly Spanish-speaking owners. With extensive experience in retail and community involvement, Carlos has helped the Chamber become one of the largest in the Kansas City Metro area.
Yani Vazquez Cruz
Director of Membership Services
Yani Vazquez Cruz manages membership services and communications for the Chamber. With a background in marketing and advertising, and coming from a small business family in Puerto Rico, Yani brings valuable experience to assist Chamber members.
Brenda Salcedo
Executive Administrator to the President
Brenda Salcedo assists the President with key objectives and special projects. With over a decade of experience at the Chamber, she has been instrumental in outreach and growth, particularly with Spanish-speaking business owners.
Alad Aguirre
Director of Small Business Development
[Team Member Name] is a skilled professional with extensive experience in [industry/field]. Passionate about [specific aspect of the job or industry], [he/she/they] deliver(s) exceptional results and drive(s) success for our clients.
Our Team
Carlos Gomez
President/CEO
Carlos Gomez leads the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Kansas City with a focus on supporting small businesses, particularly Spanish-speaking owners. With extensive experience in retail and community involvement, Carlos has helped the Chamber become one of the largest in the Kansas City Metro area.
Yani Vazquez Cruz
Director of Membership Services
Yani Vazquez Cruz manages membership services and communications for the Chamber. With a background in marketing and advertising, and coming from a small business family in Puerto Rico, Yani brings valuable experience to assist Chamber members.
Brenda Salcedo
Executive Administrator to the President
Brenda Salcedo assists the President with key objectives and special projects. With over a decade of experience at the Chamber, she has been instrumental in outreach and growth, particularly with Spanish-speaking business owners.
Alad Aguirre
Director of Small Business Development
[Team Member Name] is a skilled professional with extensive experience in [industry/field]. Passionate about [specific aspect of the job or industry], [he/she/they] deliver(s) exceptional results and drive(s) success for our clients.