Founders Future

Building High-Performing Teams with Estela Hernández Jiménez

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In this episode of Founders Future, host Mishal Saeed sits down with Estela Hernández Jiménez, the founder and CEO of Elevar Leadership, to explore her journey from corporate leadership to building a purpose-driven consultancy focused on DEI and leadership development. Estela shares how her 15 years of experience in leadership, diversity, equity, and inclusion inspired her to create Elevar Leadership, which empowers startups and mid-sized organizations to build inclusive, high-performing teams. She delves into her founding story, the challenges she faced during the pandemic, and how her consultancy evolved to address the unique needs of underserved entrepreneurs and leaders. Estela also discusses her vision for scaling Elevar Leadership, including her plans to launch group coaching programs and a leadership lab designed to foster innovation and self-defined leadership.


Throughout the conversation, Estela emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and authentic leadership in driving social impact. She reflects on her experiences as a venture capitalist, political advocate, and nonprofit executive, and how these roles shaped her approach to coaching and consulting. Estela also shares her strategies for supporting leaders in navigating today’s complex social, political, and economic landscape. This episode offers valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, and anyone looking to make a meaningful impact through their leadership.