Our Story

Empowering Latinas Leadership Academy was launched in 2010 to specifically meet the unmet needs of Latina professionals in the Central Ohio area. Since then, we have supported over 100 Latinas in Central Ohio through our Mentorship Program. We continue to evolve to support the unique needs of our community.

Our Approach

We believe in the power of you, me, and the collective us, to create and generate a positive future. As such, with the help of strategic collaborations and partnerships, we aim to promote the development of Latina talent. Our programming contributes significantly to the overall well-being and future of our community and city.

Our Team

  • Lillian Morales-Laster

    Executive Director

    Lillian is a graduate of Cycle 7. She joined the ELLA team 2018. Lillian works to ensure the success of our programming.

  • Nora Yepez-Ornelas

    SPECIAL PROJECTS

    Nora is a graduate of Cycle 8. She joined the ELLA team in 2018. Their passion for diversity, equity, and social justice drives their commitment to creating a strong community.

  • Jen Murillo

    SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

    Jen is a graduate of Cycle 10. She joined the ELLA team in 2019 to oversee all creative projects. She is a professional photographer. See her work here. Through her passion of the arts she empowers our community.