ABOUT
Ascenda was founded by Dr. Melanie Rodriguez and Cindy Vasquez-Rodriguez with a simple yet bold question:
What would leadership development look like if it were built by us, for us?
With 20+ years of coaching experience and a deep commitment to community, they created Ascenda to close the representation gap and unlock leadership potential at scale.
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Core Values:
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Equity – Opening doors that were once closed.
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Cultural Intelligence – Honoring identity in every coaching conversation.
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Innovation – Harnessing AI to reimagine leadership growth.
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Community – Building collective power through connection and allyship.
Mission
Our Mission is to revolutionize leadership development through culturally intelligent coaching, innovative technology, and community-driven growth, empowering Latinos and diverse leaders to thrive in every boardroom.
Vision
By 2040, Latinos will represent one in four Americans. Ascenda envisions a corporate landscape where leadership reflects this reality: diverse, inclusive,
AI-forward, and globally connected.
