Elaine Utin, a proud Peruvian-American and co-founder of LatinxEd, is dedicated to advancing Latine leaders and learners across North Carolina. Growing up in the rural South as a 1.75-gen immigrant, Elaine knows firsthand the challenges Southern Latine communities face in education. Her journey fuels her passion for creating pathways that uplift Latine voices, celebrate cultural identity, and break down barriers. Recognized on Forbes’s 30 Under 30 for Education, Elaine leads LatinxEd with a vision to ensure every Latine story is seen, heard, and affirmed. Outside of work, she enjoys family time in Durham, NC, and can’t resist a plate of ceviche!