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Join us for WBC's Women's Capital Summit
May 21-22, 2025 • New York
The WBC Women’s Capital Summit aims to provide valuable insights into the world of capital, offering a deep understanding of its dynamics, strategic relevance at different stages of a company’s growth, and the effective utilization of capital resources.
A Transformational Leader Driving Growth and Impact
Esther Aguilera is a 2X CEO, social entrepreneur, and transformation catalyst with a 30-year track record of building enterprises, driving organizational effectiveness, and creating lasting impact. With a career that spans the nonprofit, business, association, and government sectors, she has worked with some of the nation’s most powerful leaders, including Members of Congress, Cabinet Members, corporate directors, and CEOs.
A master strategist, Esther has forged hundreds of strategic partnerships with Fortune 500 companies, institutional investors, search firms, and private equity firms, shaping the talent and leadership landscape for diverse executives across industries.
Building a Legacy of Leadership
Today, Esther serves as:
Previously, as President & CEO of the Latino Corporate Directors Association (LCDA), she led the organization’s rapid expansion, building the largest national network of accomplished Latino leaders in corporate governance and executive leadership. Her work accelerated the narrative for inclusion in America’s boardrooms, setting a new benchmark for diversity and representation.
Driving Impact Across Sectors
Esther’s past leadership roles include:
Her ability to bridge policy, business, and leadership development has reshaped industries, opened doors for underrepresented professionals, and positioned her as a nationally recognized voice in equity and opportunity.
A Respected Voice in Thought Leadership
Esther is a highly sought-after speaker, having been featured at prestigious events such as:
Her work has been covered and quoted by top-tier media outlets, including CNBC, Bloomberg, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, CNN, and the San Francisco Chronicle.
Recognition & Honors
Esther’s impact has been widely recognized, with accolades including:
She holds a B.A. in Public Policy from Occidental College, Los Angeles, CA, and completed the Harvard Corporate Governance Executive Program in 2005.
