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MOLAA Latino & Latina CEO Executive Program: The Power of Culture, Art, Innovation, and Economic Impact

MOLAA Latino & Latina CEO Executive Program: The Power of Culture, Art, Innovation, and Economic Impact

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What happens when the worlds of art, culture, and business come together? Join us at MOLAA for The Power of Culture: Art, Innovation, and Economic Impact, a dynamic conversation with Chief Curator Gabriela Urtiaga and renowned Los Angeles curator Alma Ruiz. Together, they will explore how Latin American and Latino art can inspire innovation, strengthen communities, create economic opportunities, and build bridges between Latin America, the United States and the world. Come experience MOLAA and discover why investing in culture is investing in our future.

Event Program:
4:30 p.m. Registration
4:35 p.m. Introduction and welcome Board Members by Ernesto Bravo, President US-Mexico Chamber of Commerce and Board Meeting (Latest updates, upcoming programs and agenda) (Board Meeting will last 45 minutes)
5:15 p.m. Opening Latino and Latina CEO Executive Program and Welcoming Remarks by Lourdes Ramos, President and CEO, Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) and Cynthia Prida Vice President for Advancement at the Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA\
Introduction of Guest Speakers by Marlen Marroquin, Executive Regional Director US-Mexico Chamber of Commerce
5:35-6:30 p.m. Speakers Presentations
Distinguished Speakers:
1. Gabriela Urtiaga (Curator MOLAA)
2. Alma Ruiz, Curator
6:30-7:30 p.m. Networking Program Light refreshments and snacks will be served

WHEN
Friday, September 18, 2026 at 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM Pacific Time

Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA)
628 Alamitos Ave, Long Beach, California, 90802, USA

REGISTRATION FEES:
Member $30
Non-Member: $35.00

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