Our Leadership
HISPA International, Inc. is managed by a diverse team of dedicated, talented and experienced professionals who are passionate about education, language, multicultural exchange, and international business. We believe HISPA International, Inc. will play a critical leadership role over the next 100 years, in terms of shaping the language and cultural development of the United States, and of our Spanish and Portuguese speaking neighbors in Latin America and the Caribbean.
We strongly believe that leveraging multilingual skills and overcoming language barriers, through both education and technology, creates economic opportunities and prosperity for all. We also understand that job growth across the U.S. and the Western Hemisphere leads to stronger, healthier communities, and that the companies that are most poised for growth are those that invest in students, talent development, and proven talent rentention strategies. This is why we are proud to champion scholarships and internships that support student achievement, celebrate cultural arts, and are committed to strategic partnerships that support our mission.
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Board of Directors
Veronica Murphy-Sotelo
Board Chair
Veronica Murphy-Sotelo is a workforce development and public policy leader with over a decade of experience driving initiatives that enhance education, training, and career access for underrepresented communities. She holds a Master’s in Public Policy from Duke University and has led major initiatives and research projects aimed at advancing upward economic mobility. As a Senior Human Services Analyst, she has supported organizations across the public, private, and foundation sectors, delivering data analytics, insights and strategies to inform decision-making and achieve expected results.
Gregory Dorf
Treasurer
Greg Dorf is a bilingual financial expert with 35 years of global experience in training, commercial banking, and financial advisory, including leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase. Holding degrees in Finance, Accounting Economics, Public Management, International Service & Spanish/Latin American Studies, and a Master of Business Administration, he has championed economic development, workplace learning, and inclusive financing for nonprofits, women-, and minority-owned businesses.
Katherine Powers
Secretary
Kate Powers is a change management expert and polyglot with over a decade of experience leading complex technology and business transformations. Kate holds an MBA with a concentration in Operations Management and an M.A. in Spanish Language and Literature, with which she combines strategic insight, multilingual fluency, and a passion for mentoring to drive inclusive, data-driven change across global organizations.
Virgilio Rodriguez
Founder & President
Virgilio Rodriguez is a visionary non-profit executive and change agent with 30 years of experience in project design, fund development, strategy, and organizational development, specializing in workforce, economic, and talent pipeline initiatives. Holding a B.S. degree in Leadership & Organizations and a Master of Business Administration, he brings systems-focused business acumen to philanthropic efforts and a passion for empowering communities through innovation, education, collective impact and sustainable growth.
