Yurani Sandoval is a social entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of Women Palante, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Washington, D.C. and Montgomery County. Women Palante empowers Latina women to become successful entrepreneurs while prioritizing their health, wellness, and personal development. Through bilingual educational programs and a business incubator, mothers gain the skills and support needed to start and grow their businesses within a balanced lifestyle.
Originally from Colombia and now based in the D.C. metro area, Yurani holds a MBA degree from Johns Hopkins University. She leads a private business consultancy practice, Yurani Sandoval Corp., where she supports entrepreneurs with business planning, financial strategies, and growth. Yurani also serves as a business advisor for the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Her diverse background includes roles with the Pan American Health Organization and the Regional Office for the World Health Organization (WHO) in the Americas.