Co-Authored Collection · Launched October 2026
The courage to keep moving forward.
ELLA Poderosa Volume 2 is a collection of stories by Latina women about leadership, resilience, purpose, and the courage to keep moving forward. Dr. Ortiz McGrath is honored to be a contributing author — her chapter reflects the experiences and defining moments that have shaped who she is and how she leads.
Launched in New York City · October 3, 2026
Inside the Book
A collection of stories by Latina women about leadership, resilience, and the courage to keep moving forward.
ELLA Poderosa brings together the voices of Latina women writing about leadership, resilience, purpose, and the courage to keep moving forward. Each story holds real life — the moments that test us, the people who shape us, and the strength we carry forward. Volume 2 continues the collection, published by Fig Factor Media.
On October 3, 2026, ELLA Poderosa Volume 2 was featured in Times Square in New York City — celebrating 17 powerful Latinas sharing their leadership journeys and breaking barriers. Dr. Ortiz McGrath is proud to be one of them.
Dr. Ortiz McGrath's chapter reflects the experiences and defining moments that have shaped who she is and how she leads.
Celebrate with us on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the 3rd ELLA Latina Authors Celebration & Book Signing in Worcester, Massachusetts — an opportunity to celebrate Latina authors, leadership, our stories, and the launch of ELLA Poderosa Volume 2. You are warmly invited to join us.
Launch Day
ELLA Poderosa Volume 2 was featured on a Times Square billboard, celebrating 17 powerful Latinas sharing their leadership journeys.
Save the Date
Saturday, November 7, 2026 · 11:00 AM–3:00 PM · Worcester, MA
The book launched in New York City on October 3, 2026 — featured in Times Square. Continue the celebration at the 3rd ELLA Latina Authors Celebration & Book Signing — an opportunity to celebrate Latina authors, leadership, and our stories. You are warmly invited to join us.
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Celebrate the voices and stories of Latina women on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the 3rd ELLA Latina Authors Celebration & Book Signing.