In this episode of Becoming SoulyYou, we sit down with Yai Vargas, widely known as "The LinkedIn Ninja" and a leading voice in the world of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). As the VP of Strategic Engagements at the Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (HACR) and founder of The Latinista, Yai brings over 15 years of experience helping organizations recruit and source diverse talent, ensuring inclusive hiring processes, and driving business results through Employee Resource Group (ERG) programs. With a natural gift for community building, she shares insights into creating impactful DE&I programs and professional branding strategies, especially through LinkedIn. Tune in as Yai discusses her personal journey into leadership, the importance of bridging companies with diverse and technical talent, and how she founded The Latinista, a national network for Latinas and women of color focused on career development and mobility. Whether you're looking to enhance your professional brand or embrace authenticity in the workplace, Yai’s story will inspire you to take action.

ABOUT OUR GUEST

Yai Vargas is the VP of Strategic Engagements at HACR – She leads the strategy development and execution of custom diversity, equity, and inclusion training programs focused on career advancement. Yai joins HACR with over 15 years of professional experience in multicultural marketing, diversity and inclusion strategy, and community engagement. Prior to joining HACR, Yai ran a successful DE&I consulting business designing inclusive programs for increased productivity, employee engagement, and culture change. Her expertise focused on organizational assessments, strategic planning and training, and development. Yai also spent nine years in corporate financial services developing diverse marketing initiatives for sales and recruiting. Yai sits on the benefit board for The Latino Commission on AIDS and is founder of The Latinista, a national organization for Latinas and women of color invested in career and leadership development.

CONNECT WITH YAI:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaivargas/

www.yaivargas.com

LEARN ABOUT THE LATINISTA

https://www.thelatinista.com/

LEARN MORE ABOUT LATINA EQUAL PAY DAY

https://justice4women.org/latina-equal-pay