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14th Annual Silicon Valley Latino Leadership Summit (SVLLS)
We are proud to announce the 14th Annual Silicon Valley Latino Leadership Summit (SVLLS), taking place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the iconic Computer History Museum (CHM) in Mountain View, California.
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, CHM is a fitting venue—honoring the region’s rich tech heritage while offering an inclusive, accessible space for our vibrant community. The museum provides complimentary Wi-Fi, free parking, and EV charging stations. Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore portions of the museum during breaks and after the summit.
This year’s theme: “Elevate, Empower, Lead – Unlocking Latino Leadership Potential, It’s Time. ¡Es Tiempo!”
Our 2025 theme champions growth, empowerment, and bold action. It is a rallying call for Latino leaders to fully embrace their potential and drive transformative change across industries and communities. Aligned with the summit’s mission, this theme underscores our commitment to cultivating leadership, fostering innovation, and advancing personal and professional growth.
Through compelling panels, impactful mentorship opportunities, and dynamic networking, SVLLS equips attendees with the tools, inspiration, and community to break barriers and redefine leadership. By bringing together experienced trailblazers, rising changemakers, and forward-thinking innovators, we aim to amplify Latino leadership and create lasting impact—here in Silicon Valley and beyond.
As always, SVLLS is dedicated to showcasing and developing the Latino leaders of today and tomorrow. We are honored to feature keynote speaker Ramiro Cavazos, President and CEO of the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC), who will share insights on how bipartisan collaboration can unlock economic opportunity and generate lasting prosperity for all Americans.
Our two featured panels include:
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Elevating Emerging Leaders – Practical strategies for identifying, developing, and empowering the next generation of Latino professionals.
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From Authority to Influence – A compelling discussion on how leadership today is shaped less by titles and more by impact, vision, and authentic influence.
We’ll close the day with a unique keynote from Jeff Valdez, writer and film producer, whose session, Funny Business, brings humor and insight together for an engaging, hands-on experience that educates while entertaining.
We invite you to join us for this empowering day dedicated to elevating Latino excellence. Come connect with influential leaders, gain insights from top professionals, and contribute to the conversation about advancing Latino leadership across all sectors.
Get your ticket today! https://SVLLS25.eventbrite.com
FEEL THE VIBE
SVLLS October 11, 2025 Agenda
Agenda in progress
8:00 Registration & Networking Breakfast
9:00 Welcome: Frank Carbajal, Founder, Es Tiempo, LLC & SVLLS
9:05 Opening Keynote: Ramiro Cavazos, President and CEO of the US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC)
9:25 Gold Sponsor Spotlight: Wells Fargo Bank
9:30 Panel: Elevating Emerging Leaders
10:15 Networking break
10:30 Lifetime Leadership Award: Elizabeth Oliver-Farrow, President & CEO of The Oliver Group, Inc., Past Board Chair, Latino Corporate Directors Association
10:45 Gold Sponsor Highlight: Dr. Judy Castro, Vice President, Advancement & Partnership Development, Pacific Oaks College
10:55 Pioneer Leadership Award: Tom Chavez, Co-Founder & Managing Partner super{set}
11:10 SVLLS Young Latino Scholars Recognition: Cristo Rey San José High School
11:20 Trailblazer Leadership Award: Jose E Feliciano, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Clearlake Capital Group
11:35 Panel: Shifting from Authority to Influence
12:10 Luncheon & Networking
1:10 Closing Keynote: Jeff Valdez, Writer, Producer and Principal, New Cadence Productions
1:30 Private Reception hosted by Es Tiempo, LLC.
Networking
Speakers and times are subject to change. Sponsorship packages: contact Frank Carbajal at Frank@estiempo.com
2025 SVLLS AWARDEES
2025 SVLLS KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Testimonials
The Silicon Valley Latino Leadership Summit brings together influential leaders from various sectors and industries from around the country with the purpose of fostering growth in the Latino leadership community. It was a pleasure to serve as the keynote for the 5th Summit — a testament to the influence and impact that Frank and the SVLLS has had. Organizations like this have never been more important to the development of the Latino professional. I congratulate Frank on five years, and I look forward to seeing what he has planned for the next five.
Nina Vaca
Chairman & CEO, Pinnacle
“Frank and his team do an excellent job every year to put together a robust conference. I’ve attended two of these over the years and every time I do, I get so inspired by many Latinos in various sectors. The Stanford University Faculty Club is such an intimate and very engaging setting where I’m able to walk and talk to many of the great presenters and guest speakers of the program. It is amazing to hear all of the shared journeys and success stories from the participants that it moves me to act and try to change the world too”.
Edward Avila
Former Co-founder and CEO of Manos Accelerator
“The Latino Summit was a fantastic opportunity to meet and learn from leaders, successful business men and women, community leaders, entrepreneurs, and young, aspiring leaders of tomorrow. I thoroughly enjoyed having the chance to meet with such a diverse group of people, hearing about and sharing experiences and stories, and believe it would be a valuable experience for anyone.”
Kai Huang
Co-founder of RedOctane
Former President and CEO (Publishers of the popular Guitar Hero) Entrepreneur
ABOUT US
SVLLS is an exclusive opportunity to network with local and global top executives, change-makers, and thought leaders. Participating in SVLLS helps create new and strengthen relationships with colleagues across various sectors.
The annual Silicon Valley Latino Leadership Summit brings together 400 leaders in business, government, education, and industry, plus selected students, for a one-day conference. Attendees will learn first-hand from successful entrepreneurs, executives, and political leaders what it takes to survive and succeed in today’s world. The summit is designed to inspire and suggest innovative changes needed for future Latino generations to succeed. In addition to the renowned speakers, attendees also enjoy our networking opportunities during the summit since it allows you to connect with top executives and leaders to make those contacts you have been waiting for. Thank you for your continued support!
