NLBWA-IE Announces New Board of Directors and Leadership Transition
Rancho Cucamonga, CA, United States, 23rd May 2026 — The National Latina Business Women Association of the Inland Empire Institute (NLBWA-IE), a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women, advancing leadership, and supporting the growth of women-owned businesses and professionals, is proud to announce the election of Erika Quinto as the new board president.
The organization also recognizes and honors the extraordinary leadership of outgoing President Ruth Lopez Novodor, who will continue serving the organization as a member of the Board of Directors.
A respected healthcare executive, entrepreneur, and advocate for small businesses, Ruth Lopez Novodor currently serves as President of OnCue Consulting, Immediate Past President, and Chief Managed Care Officer at El Proyecto del Barrio, Inc., for underserved communities. Previously, she served as CEO of Beverly Oncology and Imaging Centers (BOI) Medical Group, Inc. for 40 years, where she led strategic growth initiatives and helped the organization achieve national recognition through JCAHO accreditation. Under her leadership, the organization became widely recognized for delivering compassionate, culturally responsive cancer care to Southern California’s diverse communities.
Ms. Lopez Novodor also served as CEO of Americade Home Health Agency and co-founded VivaHealth Plan, one of the first HMOs designed to provide comprehensive healthcare services in Spanish for the growing Hispanic population in Southern California. Her distinguished leadership includes service as a Delegate to the White House on Small Business, a two-term Chair of the Latin Business Association, and leadership roles with the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), among many other civic and business organizations.
“We are deeply grateful for Ruth’s years of visionary leadership, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to empowering women and diverse business communities,” said Maria Molina Solano, NLBWA-IE Executive Director. “Her legacy will continue to inspire our organization for years to come, and we are honored that she will remain part of our Board of Directors.”
The organization is also proud to announce Erika Quinto as President-Elect.
Erika Quinto began her career in the corporate world of general and landscape construction at the age of 20 while attending Cal Poly Pomona’s construction management and horticulture programs. Over the past 30 years, she has built a strong professional foundation through work on some of Southern California’s most notable projects, including the Getty Museum, The Huntington Library, Disney, SoFi Stadium, the George Lucas Museum, and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL).
Now 14 years in business as President of Inland Gardens Landscape, Erika leads a company specializing in consulting, horticulture procurement, landscape installation, and design for private, commercial, public works, and federal contracts. Inland Gardens Landscape has become recognized for delivering quality, innovation, and long-term partnerships with some of Southern California’s most prestigious construction and architectural firms.
Erika’s entrepreneurial leadership also extends into the beverage industry as a part-owner of Table 14 Brands, a spirits company, and as part of an investment group that recently acquired Sour Cellars Brewery in Rancho Cucamonga.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Erika is deeply committed to community leadership, mentorship, and advocacy for women entrepreneurs. She has proudly served for eight years on the Board of the National Latina Business Women Association-Inland Empire Chapter and currently co-chairs the ambassador program. She also serves as Ambassador to the Board for the Eastvale Chamber of Commerce and as a Board Member for the RJC Foundation, where she leads the youth garden initiative, “Sowing Hope, Harvesting Futures.”
Her vision as President-Elect centers on empowering Latina entrepreneurs through education, strategic partnerships, mentorship, and the creation of opportunities that cultivate lasting economic and community impact throughout the Inland Empire.
The current Board of Directors for NLBWA-IE is as follows:
Erika Quinto – Owner and Founder of Inland Gardens Landscape – President Elect
Ruth Novodor – President of OnCue Consulting, Immediate past president, Chief Managed Care Officer at El Proyecto del Barrio Inc.
Anita Ron – President of BriteWorks Inc., Vice President
Silvia Luna – Founder of Luna Legal Firm, Secretary
Gabriela Aguilar – Owner & Founder of Zen Tax & Financial Advisors, Treasurer
Vanessa Casillas – Co-Founder, President, & Chief Executive Officer,
Changing Lives Staffing, Assistant Treasurer
Nancy Rodriguez – CFO of Curiman Brokers Group of California, Director
Martha Robles- Owner of I-CAM Machining and Robles Realty Group Inc., Director
Elvia Chavez – Owner of MC Contracting, Director
Dr. Francisca Reyes Aguilar is the Entrepreneurial Education Lead and Campus
Director for the Blackstone LaunchPad. Chair of Education for the University of California,
Riverside’s Office of Technology Partnerships, Chair of Education
Debbie Castillo – CEO, Agency Principal, Castillo Consulting Group,
CCG Adelante Insurance Services, Director
“Our organization continues to grow because of the passion, dedication, and leadership of women who believe in uplifting one another,” said outgoing President Ruth Novodor, President of OnCue Consulting, Immediate past president, Chief Managed Care Officer at El Proyecto del Barrio Inc.
“I am honored to welcome and congratulate our incoming President, whose passion, vision, and dedication to our mission will strengthen and inspire NLBWA-IE.”
Founded in 2015, NLBWA-IE has served as a platform for empowering women through networking, professional development, advocacy, and community engagement. The organization remains committed to fostering an inclusive environment where women can thrive personally and professionally.
For more information, please visit www.nlbwaie.org/leila-awards or contact Maria Molina Solano, Executive Director, at mmsolano@nlbwa-ie.org.
About NLBWA-IE:
The National Latina Business Women Association – Inland Empire (NLBWA-IE) is dedicated to cultivating, connecting, and empowering Latina businesswomen and professionals, fostering growth, prosperity, and influence within the community. Through various initiatives, NLBWA-IE aims to provide a platform for networking, skill-building, and collaboration, helping women achieve their entrepreneurial and professional aspirations.
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Company Details
Organization: National Latina Business Women Association of the Inland Empire Institute
Contact Person: Veronica Silva
Website: https://nlbwa-ie.org/
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City: Rancho Cucamonga
State: CA
Country: United States
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