JPMorganChase’s Silvana Montenegro on self-reinvention, career planning—and the impact of Hispanic and Latino communities

From starting as an intern in São Paulo to becoming an executive in New York City, Silvana Montenegro—Global Head of the Office of Hispanics Latinos for JPMorganChase—has built a nearly 29-year career shaped by perseverance, mentorship and purpose. In a sit down with Silvana, she shares how to navigate career pivots, what drives successful career moves and opportunities for Hispanic and Latino talent.  How have you navigated career pivots—and what should someone consider when reinventing themselves? Early in my career, I knew resilience would be essential to my success. Growing up in a country with so much inequality taught me to value opportunity deeply. I was shaped by my grandmother’s community work and by watching my father build his business—experiences that still guide the values I bring to work. Over these 29 years at the firm, I’ve reinvented myself repeatedly. I’ve treated every new role as a fresh opportunity to grow, learn and contribute in a different way. What’s helpe