Bringing together a diverse community of professionals, the summit will highlight strategies for career advancement, inclusive leadership, and building meaningful professional relationships.
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Prospanica, the Association of Hispanic MBAs and Business Professionals, and Techqueria, the largest global community of Latiné professionals in tech, will host the 2026 Prospanica Summit on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Hotel MdR by Hilton in Marina del Rey, California. Under the theme Imagine Más, the one-day summit will bring together business professionals, graduate students, entrepreneurs, corporate partners, and community leaders from across the country to explore new opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and career advancement.
Designed to inspire attendees to envision what is possible and take meaningful steps toward their goals, the Prospanica Summit will offer a dynamic program of keynote presentations, interactive workshops, career development sessions, networking opportunities, and direct access to recruitment opportunities with corporate sponsors. Participants will gain practical strategies to navigate today’s evolving workplace, strengthen their leadership skills, and expand their professional networks while connecting with prospective employers, graduate schools, and renowned industry leaders.
“Imagine Más is an invitation to look beyond where we are today and recognize the opportunities ahead of us,” said Thomas Savino, Chief Executive Officer of Prospanica. “Through the Summit, we aim to create an inclusive space where professionals can learn from one another, build meaningful relationships, and access the resources and connections that help them move forward in their careers.”
“Latiné professionals are helping shape the future of technology, and they deserve access to the networks and opportunities that help them thrive. The Prospanica Summit creates space for our community to connect, grow, and envision what’s possible,” said Joliz Cedeño, Executive Director of Techqueria.
Sessions That Inspire Progress
The 2026 Prospanica Summit will feature educational sessions led by industry professionals and thought leaders, with programming emphasizing the challenges and opportunities shaping today’s business landscape.
The morning program will include “Career Compass: Mapping Your Journey Beyond Your Strategic Pivot,” a session focused on navigating career transitions and identifying new professional opportunities. Attendees can also participate in “Líderes from Day One: Presenting Your Best Self in Your New Workplace” and “Your Purpose. Your Power. Your Momentum,” sessions exploring workplace presence, inclusive leadership, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in business.
Afternoon sessions will offer additional opportunities for professional and educational advancement. The “MBA Program Showcase: Lightning Round” will connect attendees with graduate business education opportunities, while “From Seat to Strategy: Building Your Path to the Boardroom” will explore pathways to board leadership. The program will also feature “The Importance of Relationships in Building Our Leadership Brand,” highlighting the role meaningful professional relationships play in shaping leadership and long-term career success.
Closing Keynote: Gary Acosta on the Power of Relationships
The Summit will conclude its educational programming with keynote speaker Gary Acosta, Co-Founder and CEO of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP). In his session, “The Importance of Relationships in Building Our Leadership Brand,” Acosta will explore how meaningful connections shape leadership journeys, strengthen professional networks, and create opportunities for growth.
An entrepreneur, investor, and advocate for the Latino business community, Acosta has dedicated his career to advancing Latino entrepreneurship, wealth creation, and representation across industries. Through his leadership at NAHREP and his work supporting Latino-led businesses, he continues to champion greater economic opportunity and professional success.
Following the keynote, attendees will have the opportunity to put those connections into practice during the corporate networking reception, taking place from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The reception will bring together attendees, company representatives, recruiters, university partners, and fellow professionals to exchange ideas and explore potential career and educational opportunities.
A Day of Learning, Connection, and Comunidad
Beyond its educational sessions, the Summit is designed to foster the connections that support professional growth. Attendees will have opportunities to exchange ideas with peers from across industries, engage with corporate partners and exhibitors, and explore career pathways and graduate education programs. Participating corporate sponsors include Domino’s, MassMutual, and Munich Re. Universities attending include California State University, Long Beach, Pepperdine University, the University of California, Davis, and the University of San Diego.
Registration includes full-day access to summit sessions, summit materials, access to sponsors and exhibitors, and an evening networking reception. The event welcomes professionals at every stage of their careers, including MBA candidates, graduate students, recent graduates, entrepreneurs, career changers, emerging professionals, corporate leaders, and talent acquisition representatives.
Registration is now open. Professional tickets are valued at $200, student and recent graduate tickets at $150, and group registration for five or more participants is available at $125 per person.
For more information and to register, visit prospanica.org/summit.
About Prospanica
Founded in 1988, Prospanica empowers Hispanic professionals to achieve their full educational, economic, and social potential. With more than 50 chapters nationwide, Prospanica provides scholarships, leadership programs, and professional development opportunities designed to foster growth and success across industries. Learn more at prospanica.org. Follow us on social media for the latest updates: Linkedin, Facebook, X, Instagram, Threads and Youtube.
About Techqueria
Techqueria is a national nonprofit that supports and advances Latiné professionals in technology. With a community of more than 20,000 members across ten chapters, Techqueria fosters representation, opportunity, and leadership through mentorship, networking, advocacy, and community-building—creating spaces where Latiné professionals connect, grow, and lead en comunidad.
Learn more at techqueria.org
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