Last Updated on: 21st November 2023, 10:21 pm
JPMorgan Chase & Co. has been honored as the 2023 HITEC Corporation of the Year, in recognition of its outstanding leadership and unwavering commitment to HITEC (the Hispanic Technology Executive Council) and the Hispanic community.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. has been a steadfast supporter and advocate for HITEC since 2019, playing a pivotal role in advancing HITEC’s mission of empowering Hispanic technology leaders and promoting diversity and inclusivity within the tech industry. This partnership is led by Rosa Ramos-Kwok, Managing Director at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Chair of the HITEC Board of Directors, alongside Jesus Arozamena, Executive Director at JPMorgan Chase & Co.
The Corporation of the Year award recognises JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s well-established dedication to the Hispanic community. This commitment is exemplified through the creation and implementation of influential initiatives aimed at enhancing the recruitment, growth, advancement, and equitable compensation of Hispanic talent across all stages of the talent pipeline.
“HITEC is proud to recognise JPMorgan Chase & Co. as this year’s Corporation of the Year for their ongoing commitment to our community and to HITEC’s mission and work,” said HITEC President Omar Duque. “JPMorgan Chase & Co. played a critical role in the redevelopment of the HITEC website, providing thousands of hours in probono services to help create a more seamless user experience.”
JPMorgan Chase & Co. has made substantial contributions to HITEC, including hosting the virtual 2021 HITEC Leadership Summit, a critical event that successfully navigated the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, JPMorgan Chase & Co.’s Force For Good team, an in-house volunteer program, collaborated with HITEC to assess its needs and develop customised technological solutions aligned with its mission. Through the Force for Good program, JPMorgan Chase & Co. employees volunteer to partner with nonprofit organisations worldwide, creating sustainable technology solutions to help these organisations achieve their goals.
Each year, HITEC acknowledges an organisation that not only advances technology but also demonstrates proactive leadership in advocating for diversity and inclusion. HITEC proudly bestows the 2023 Corporation of the Year award upon JPMorgan Chase & Co.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. will be officially honored with this prestigious award during the HITEC Awards Gala, scheduled for October 3, 2023.
