LatinaCon 2026

Host, Speaker and Entrepreneur; Founder and CEO of Comunica Academy

With over 15 years mastering the art of communication on camera and on international stages, Jhosie has established herself as a fundamental guide for those seeking success through the power of words. As founder of Comunica Academy, she trains business owners and professionals to discover the power of their voice, position themselves in their industries, and turn their story into a tool for sales and inspiration. She is also a public relations expert and leads The Collective, a community dedicated to connecting high-value professionals through wellness and growth experiences.

Software Engineer; Digital Products Specialist

With over five years of experience, Kelly has left her mark on startups, financial institutions like Bank of America, and major fitness companies. She holds Full Stack Software Development certification from UNC Charlotte. Her passion centers on integrating AI into daily life and business to enhance efficiency and decision-making.

Pastor, Commonwealth United Methodist Church, Charlotte

Director of Family Engagement at YMCA of Greater Charlotte with 18 years of experience, 12 in leadership roles. She supervises the Parents as Teachers home visitation program serving 200 families. With a bilingual education degree and 20 years teaching experience, she holds certification as a Local Pastor and leads community prayer groups for women.

CEO of La Noticia; Author of "Descubre tu camino al éxito"

CEO of La Noticia, a digital and print media outlet dedicated to keeping the community informed. La Noticia has covered stories of interest to Charlotte and North Carolina's Latino community for 28 years. She authored the book Discover Your Path to Success and enjoys hiking in North Carolina's mountains.

Wells Fargo Branch Manager

Professional banker whose life changed through volunteer work at Francis Marion University in 1996. She loves helping others grow, and this experience provides satisfaction and inspiration for meaningful community work. She provides financial services and guidance to help clients achieve financial success and serves on Wells Fargo Latin TMN Charlotte board.

Wells Fargo Branch Manager; CEO of John Emily Studio

Native of Ecuador, raised in New Jersey, residing in Charlotte for 17 years. CEO of John Emily Studio, a family business founded in 2017 with her mother and brother, closing the gap between luxury clientele and skilled artisans. The company quadrupled revenues in five years and was named Charlotte's top tailor in 2024 by Charlotte's Best.

Immigration Attorney; Founder of Espinosa Law

Native of Charlotte and tireless human rights advocate, she is founder of Espinosa Law, a boutique firm guiding families and individuals through U.S. immigration system complexity. Her practice emphasizes deportation defense, asylum, naturalization, and family immigration. She chairs the Latin American Coalition board and serves on Safe Alliance's board.

Founder and CEO of CC&P Business Essentials

Finance executive with 20+ years international experience in accounting, taxes, and insurance from Peru. She founded CC&P Business Essentials to provide high-level financial services to the Latino community. IRS Certified Acceptance Agent (CAA) and licensed property, casualty, and life insurance professional, offering strategic oversight enabling business owners to focus on growth.

Clinical Professor, Associate Director of Psychology Services, UNC Chapel Hill

PhD, FAED, is a faculty member and clinical psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at UNC Chapel Hill. Fellow of the Academy for Eating Disorders and content expert for NCEED. Her research focuses on adapting treatments for eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and perinatal depression for Latino communities. She is Editor-in-Chief of the Puerto Rican Psychology Journal.

Speaker; Mental Health Specialist; Nutritional Coach

With over a decade of experience, I guide personal transformation through psychotherapy and emotional learning workshops. My approach integrates mental health with physical and nutritional well-being, promoting holistic human development. Based in Charlotte, my work emphasizes self-care and genuine human connection, grounded in a warm and deeply compassionate perspective.

Therapeutic Singer, Sound Therapist

Focused on emotional connection and the purpose behind her work. With a career spanning over 15 years, Ana Lucía Divins has devoted her voice to creating spaces of connection and well-being. As a Colombian therapeutic vocalist and community leader, she integrates her certifications in holistic voice therapy with a deep cultural heritage to offer a form of sound medicine that transcends borders. From hospitals to prestigious stages across Europe and the Americas, Ana Lucía uses sound as a tool for both social and personal transformation. Recognized by the Arts & Science Council of Charlotte with the 2023 Creative Renewal Fellowship, her art seeks not only aesthetic delight, but the restoration of the soul. This essence is captured in Emerging, her debut album, where music becomes the universal language of community.

Singer

Milton Giraldo, El Konsentido de Charlotte, is a multifaceted artist whose voice has resonated since the age of five in his native Colombia. Beginning his journey in children's singing competitions, Milton has evolved into a prominent figure in Latin music within the United States. He masterfully commands a diverse range of genres, including salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia, vallenato, and música de despecho. After honing his talent in renowned ensembles such as Orquesta Fuzion Latina, El Nuevo Tumbao, Furia Tropical, and Grupo Cuenta Nueva, Milton transitioned into a successful solo career. His charisma has graced the region’s most iconic stages and large-scale events, such as the Hola Festival, the Latin American Festival (WOW), and the Puerto Rican Festival of the Carolinas. His musical reach extends beyond North Carolina, captivating audiences in Florida and Puerto Rico as well.

Founder of Clear Voice Translations; Director of the Arts and Culture Committee at ENLACE; Dancer

Nathalia Nettles (Nathalia Andrea Peralta Peña) is a Colombian leader based in the United States whose life bridges community leadership and artistic expression. Founder of Clear Voice Translations and Director of the Arts and Culture Committee at ENLACE, Nathalia has dedicated her career to preserving Latin American cultural heritage. Her work in Mecklenburg County focuses on systems coordination and language access, ensuring that public policies are inclusive and that every voice is heard. For Nathalia, art is not just aesthetics — it is a tool for advocacy and social storytelling. If there is a cause to champion, she is on the front lines; and if there is music — whether salsa, bachata, or merengue — she is already leading the movement, transforming any space into a celebration of identity.

Art Director at La Noticia; Dancer and Instructor

As Art Director of La Noticia, Malena Benton brings over 25 years of experience in the visual arts. At the same time, she is passionate about dance as a form of expression, cultural connection, and emotional well-being. She has participated in numerous festivals, events, and galas, performing styles such as tango, salsa, and bellydance. She also shares her knowledge and love of dance by teaching classes, where she inspires others to discover the power of movement and inner connection.