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SHPE 2022 National Convention
Charlotte Convention Center | Charlotte, North Carolina
The Largest Gathering of Hispanics in STEM!
Join us this Fall in Charlotte for cutting-edge content, skill building, and networking with many of the most influential organizations and leaders in STEM.
With over 10,000 attendees expected, the SHPE National Convention is the largest gathering of Hispanics in STEM every year and you won’t want to miss the fun and the familia on November 2-6 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
The convention is made up of five distinct conferences – Pre-College, Academic, SHPEtinas, Professionals in STEM, and SHPETech – and has something for everyone. Beyond the educational workshops and inspiring keynote speeches, there are competitions, networking events, and the popular Career Fair & Graduate School Expo with over 170 exhibitors.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!
It’s almost time! Are you ready for a life-changing experience? Watch the webinar. Read the email. Get excited! Here are some ways to prepare –
- Watch the Know Before You Go webinar led by Nicole Knoderer and our Events team
- Review the slides from the webinar and double check your notes
- Check your inbox on October 31 for the Know Before You Go email
- Download the official convention app (coming soon!)
- Research the exhibitors you want to engage with and get your resume ready
- Go through the Agenda and build your calendar with all of the sessions and events you want to attend
We look forward to racing toward the future with you in just a few days!
Featured Speaker
Meet Mateo Salvatto, the 22-year old founder of Asteroid Technologies, author, and innovator whose free app Háblabo has started a global conversation about inclusion.

Meet Our Featured Speakers!

Richard Blanco
Poet & Author

Mateo Salvatto

Alba Colon

Lori Costew
Ford Motor Company
Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer

Dr. Angel Diaz
Discover Financial Services
Vice President, Technology Capabilities and Innovation

Cheya Dunlap

Katya Echazarreta

Kevin Edwards

Jay Flores

Blake Moret
Rockwell Automation
Chairman & CEO

Fernando Rosario
Exeqpath LLC
President & Founder

Cid Wilson
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Travel Information
COVID Onsite Safety Protocols and Procedures
- Please respect social distance for others.
- Masks are strongly encouraged.
- Wash your hands frequently.
- Please use hand sanitizer throughout the day.
- If you are feeling unwell, please return to your hotel room and contact SHPE On Call at (682) 681-2926 for assistance.
See You At The Starting Line!
Charlotte Convention Center
501 S College St
Charlotte, NC 28202
[email protected]
General Questions
If you are interested in participating please contact SHPE National Convention Sales at [email protected] or call between 9am – 4pm CT, Monday – Friday.
[email protected]
Sponsorship/Exhibits Questions
630-271-8227
Maria Labriola
630-271-8224
Kristen Haley