Lead with Heart, Rise with Intention

What does it look like to reclaim your voice and take center stage after seasons of service, sacrifice, and quiet leadership?

In this powerful episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter is joined by Esmeralda Aharon and Gabriela Ramirez-Arellano, co-founders of Latinas Rising, to explore what it means to lead with purpose, elevate others, and shine in your own story.

Esmeralda shares her journey from a 26-year career in the U.S. Air Force to becoming an author, educator, and champion for belonging and equity in medicine. Gabriela shares how her immigrant story fueled her passion for inclusive entrepreneurship, podcasting, and economic justice.

Together, they reflect on the importance of mentorship, authorship, and stepping boldly into spaces where your voice matters. If you’ve ever felt the pull to lead, but weren’t sure when or how to begin, this conversation will remind you that your moment to shine is now.

As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. Our guests are also online. Gabriela and Esmeralda’s online home is: latinas-rising.com

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