Emerging Executives
We build strong leaders.
About the Program
Since 2014, HITEC has worked to develop the next generation of Hispanic technology leaders through our Emerging Executive Program. To date, 254 fellows have completed the program, advancing their careers and contributing to our growing community. The Emerging Executive Program is the only national program focused on professional development and cultivation of executive talent among the Hispanic technology professionals.
The HITEC Emerging Executive Program is a year-long, cohort-based program that develops emerging and high-potential Hispanic technology leaders looking to become tomorrow’s high level corporate executives. The work of the Emerging Executive Program continues to be central to HITEC’s core mission – to develop future Hispanic technology and business leaders.
A critical enabler of the program's success are our mentors who volunteer their time to HITEC and share their knowledge and experience with program participants. Mentors (including HITEC Board members) promote a trusting, non-biased mentoring relationship with their fellows.
Along with mentoring, the fellows benefit from:
- Exposure and interaction with high-level technology executives and business leaders
- Webinars led by subject matter experts exploring a wide range of topics
- Guidance on career-related issues, unique to Hispanics in leadership
- In-depth understanding of how CXOs develop their organizations in terms of core technology competencies and performance metrics
- Three workshops at each HITEC Summit when possible or virtual event format when needed
- Development of a network with other rising Hispanic professionals
Recent Program Upgrades
In 2020 HITEC expanded the Emerging Executive Program to offer two tracks: Emerging Executive and Executive (E+).
Emerging Executive Track:
The Emerging Executive Track is designed specifically for manager/director level executives that have mid-level management experience and are in a position to take that next step in their career towards a senior-level role. Executives will advance their business proficiencies and leverage their current expertise to develop leadership and management skill-sets.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Identified as a high-performer and sponsor by a HITEC partner corporation
- At least 10-15 years of work experience (2-5 years at management level)
- Employed full-time
- National or Regional responsibilities
- Leads a team of 5+ resources
- At least $2 million in budget management
Executive (E+) Track:
The Executive Track is designed specifically for senior level executives with proven management experience who are in a position to take that next step in their career towards a C-level position. Executives will leverage their current expertise and proficiencies to advance and expand their leadership and management skill-set while identifying areas to improve.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Identified as a high-performer and sponsor by a HITEC partner corporation
- At least 15-18 years of work experience (1-3 years at executive level)
- Employed full-time
- Responsible for P&L
- Global responsibilities
- 2-3 levels removed from C-level suite
- Aspirations to reach Executive VP, Partner, or C-level position
Submission Guidelines
The Emerging Executive Program is a benefit for HITEC Corporate Partners. Slots in the program begin at the Silver level. Partners identify top performers and recommend them to participate in the program through an online application. HITEC will receive nominations for the 2021 Program from September 13, 2021 through January 28, 2022.
Partners must cover program costs, including travel and lodging associated with attending the program. Note that prospective candidates cannot self-nominate and previous program graduates are not eligible for re-submission.
Express interest by submitting the following information to Cristin Aguilera (cristin@hitecglobal.org) no later than January 28, 2022.
- Name
- Title
- Email
- LinkedIn URL
- Reason for the nomination/referral
- Recommended Track - Emerging Executive or E+ (Please note, the HITEC Review Committee reserves the right to final track determination based on validation of minimum requirements)
Once we receive the above requested information, each candidate will receive a notification from HITEC with the nomination application form which must be submitted no later than February 7, 2022.
