

Latino Executive Exchange™ (LEE) Virtual Hard Launch
Latino Executive Exchange™ (LEE)
Virtual Hard Launch Executive Agenda
July 1, 2026
Access. Influence. Execution.
6:00 PM – 6:10 PM EST
Welcome & Why LEE Exists
Speaker: Dr. Val Torres
Discussion Topics:
The vision behind Latino Executive Exchange™
Why Latino leadership must organize strategically
The impact of AI on leadership, healthcare, and business
Why the future belongs to collaborative ecosystems
6:10 PM – 6:20 PM EST
What Makes LEE Different
Speaker: Rafael Magaña
Discussion Topics:
Strategic Social Capital
Human-Centric AI Leadership
Building relationships that create measurable outcomes
How LEE differs from traditional networking organizations
6:20 PM – 6:25 PM EST
Building Bridges Across Ecosystems
Speaker: Dr. Val Torres
Discussion Topics:
Connecting healthcare, AI, education, media, and business
International growth opportunities
Executive visibility and thought leadership
Creating opportunities through collaboration
6:25 PM – 6:30 PM EST
Breaking Down Silos in the AI Era
Speaker: Dr. Ardy Hakhamian
Discussion Topics:
Global physician networks
International partnerships
Clinical leadership and innovation
Healthcare influence and credibility
6:30 PM – 6:35 PM EST
Mobilizing Professional Communities
Speaker: Rafael Magaña
Discussion Topics:
Community activation
Audience development
Founder and executive ecosystems
Converting relationships into opportunities
6:35 PM – 6:40 PM EST
Building Sustainable Ecosystems
Speaker: Joel Montes
Discussion Topics:
Financial stewardship
Sustainable growth strategies
Partnership development
Long-term organizational success
6:40 PM – 6:45 PM EST
Human-Centric AI Leadership Starts with People
Speaker: Dr. Gilberto Perez Jr.
Discussion Topics:
Workforce development
Leadership training
AI readiness and workforce transformation
Building future-ready organizations
6:45 PM – 6:50 PM EST
Democratizing Innovation While Humanizing AI
Speaker: Dr. Engers Fernandez
Founder, nxT Innovation Lab
Discussion Topics:
Innovation ecosystems
AI education and implementation
Healthcare modernization
LATAM and Caribbean collaboration opportunities
6:50 PM – 6:55 PM EST
Alignment Is the New Competitive Advantage
Speaker: Sabrina Runbeck, MPH, MHS, PA-C
Co-Founder & Chief Strategist, Health Board Advisors
Discussion Topics:
The hidden cost of misalignment
Why the right teams outperform great ideas
Strategic partnerships that accelerate execution
Building ecosystems that create lasting impact
6:55 PM – 7:00 PM EST
Scaling Healthcare Impact Through Collaboration
Speaker: Dr. Gary Goldman
Discussion Topics:
Impact investing
Healthcare innovation
Strategic alliances
Global healthcare initiatives
7:00 PM – 7:10 PM EST
Connecting Leaders Across 160+ Countries
Speakers: Dr. Kianor Shah & Dr. Ardy Hakhamian
Global Summits Institute
Discussion Topics:
Global healthcare leadership
International collaboration
International opportunities for members
Executive networking at scale
Access to worldwide opportunities
Expanding leadership influence worldwide
7:10 PM – 7:15 PM EST
Women’s Initiative: HBA × Focus International Global × LEE Strategic Partnership
Speakers: Sabrina Runbeck, Vana Blanker
Discussion Topics:
Women's leadership
International collaboration
Women's health, innovation, and workforce development
7:15 PM – 7:35 PM EST
Upcoming Global Initiatives & Opportunities
Moderator:
Speakers: Dr. Hadi Danawi, Dr. Val Torres, Vana Blanker, Dr. Gilberto Perez Jr.
Featured Initiatives:
Brazil + LATAM + Iberia events & initiatives
Human Centric AI Leadership Executive Training Programs
MENA events, initiatives. and workforce development opportunities
7:35 PM – 7:45 PM EST
The LEE Member Experience
Speaker: Rafael Magaña
Discussion Topics:
Membership benefits
Strategic introductions
Executive education
Global visibility opportunities
Leadership development pathways
Special Invitation
All attendees are invited to join LEE Connect, the free membership tier of Latino Executive Exchange™, and experience the community firsthand. Attend events, build meaningful relationships, engage with fellow leaders, and explore opportunities for collaboration at no cost.
7:45 PM – 8:00 PM EST
Open Discussion & Q&A
Facilitator: Dr. Val Torres
Discussion Topics:
Audience questions
Collaboration opportunities
Next steps for engagement with LEE
Closing Message
"In the age of AI, relationships, trust, credibility, and execution become even more valuable."
"LEE exists to help ensure Latino leaders and their allies are not watching the future happen from the sidelines—but actively helping build it."