Estela Hernandez Email & Phone Number

Estela Hernandez is a dynamic leader, visionary strategist, and transformational coach with over two decades of public health, executive leadership, organization management, and political advocacy experience. Embodying the essence of a multi-sector leader and entrepreneur, she thrives in diverse environments and shapes visions from conception to reality. Estela's unparalleled ability to build collaborative relationships and lead cross-functional, multi-disciplinary, and multicultural teams defines her as a bridge-builder, connector, and catalyst for transformation.As CEO, Principal Leadership Coach and Strategist at Elevar, Estela merges her richly diverse experience with systems thinking, insights, and tools to empower individuals, teams, and groups. She delivers innovative coaching and workshops, and leads strategic conversations that equip leaders and teams to envision new possibilities and confidently drive meaningful shifts within complex systems.As President and Executive Director of Arrowhead Innovation Fund, Estela developed a robust network of innovation and growth, deepened ties with entrepreneurs, and secured significant private investor commitments and federal grant funding, championing high-tech startups.In the political realm, Estela has served as a Registered Lobbyist for esteemed clients, acted as the Constituency Organizing Director for a congressional campaign, and led as Chair of the Democratic Party of Dona Ana County. She adeptly strategizes, executes, and nurtures relationships vital for successful political campaigns and initiatives.Passionate about mentorship and community engagement, Estela advises boards and business incubators, leads workshops, and pushes forward initiatives to elevate the next wave of leaders. Her dedication to community is evident in her pro-bono contributions and leadership roles across various organizations.Recognized for her influence, Estela has garnered accolades and media attention, appearing in Hispanic Executive Magazine and other news outlets. Estela proudly affiliates as a Kauffman Fellow, an alumna of Emerge New Mexico, a member of the Democratic Party of New Mexico State Rules Committee, and as Secretary of Friends of the Organ Mountains – Desert Peaks.Estela's journey reflects her boundless passion and relentless pursuit of growth and progress. She is a leader who transcends boundaries, creates new paths, and guides others toward self-realization and empowerment to unlock their full potential.To explore opportunities to work with Estela, contact her at Estela@ElevarLeadership.com.