About Us
Elevating Dominican Leadership, Policy, and Community Impact in the United States
Who We Are
Mission
Dominicans on the Hill is a national platform that unites
Dominican-American leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and advocates to strengthen our collective influence in U.S. public life. Currently formalizing its 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
status, DOTH expands its mission through policy dialogue, leadership development, and cultural celebration—creating
sustainable programs in education, civic engagement, and community empowerment that advance equity, opportunity, and representation for all Dominicans in the diaspora.
About the Initiative:
Launched under the leadership of Congressman Adriano
Espaillat, Dominicans on the Hill unites voices across
government, business, and civil society to:
•Advocate for healthcare access, education, and economic empowerment.
•Celebrate Dominican excellence and strengthen our national visibility.
•Build partnerships between the U.S. and the Dominican Republic that drive innovation and inclusion.
The annual conference in Washington, D.C. serves as a national convening for dialogue, networking, and strategic collaboration
among Dominican professionals and allies.
Annual Programmatic Pillars
Scholarship Program: Investment in Future Capacity
Co-sponsored university scholarships empower Dominican-American students in Medicine, Public Health, Technology, Finance, and Public Service. The program expands educational equity and develops future leaders committed to advancing progress across both nations.
Leadership & Mentorship Program
This initiative connects professionals, entrepreneurs, and students through mentorship sessions and policy roundtables focused on leadership, access to capital, and professional advancement. Sponsors are recognized as Training Allies, aligning their brand with leadership and empowerment.
Continuous Learning, Workforce Development & Symposiums
Through quarterly events, DOTH fosters continuous professional growth and policy literacy. Topics include healthcare innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship. Sponsors gain consistent brand exposure while positioning as advocates for lifelong learning and workforce advancement.
Legislative & Budget Agenda
DOTH’s Washington, D.C. based Think Tank leads a legislative and budget agenda advancing health equity, workforce inclusion, and economic opportunity. It transforms community priorities into actionable, research driven policy, giving sponsors visibility while shaping national outcomes.
Organizational Structure
Conference Committee
Provides strategic oversight and stewardship. Includes officers and voting members representing key states and communities.
Executive Committee
A five-member body handling operational decisions between board meetings, ensuring continuity and compliance
Advisory Councils
Sector-based advisors (business, healthcare, education, civic engagement, technology, legal) plus an Honorary Board and Youth Advisory Committee.
Membership Assembly
An annual gathering where members contribute to strategic direction and vote on major initiatives.
Leadership
Co-Chairs
- Cristina Contreras, MPA, LMSW, FABC, DHL
- Chief Executive Officer, NYC Health + Hospitals / Lincoln
- Rodolfo R. Pou
- Chairman, Diaspora & Development
- CEO, Quadra Group International
- Executive VP, TV Quisqueya & Latinisima Radio
Conference Committee
- Dr. Daisy J. Baez
- Executive Director, Florida Assoc of Dominican Health Professionals
- Dorian Rojas, Attorney
- President, Dominican Bar Association
- Mileyka Flores
- Executive Director, Allapattah Collaborative
- Alexander Núñez, Ph.D.
- Chairperson, Management & Business Innovation Department
- Lehman College
- Dr. Amado Alejandro Baez
- Asesor del Poder Ejecutivo de RD en Materia de Salud y Bienestar
- Georgia VA
- José F Pena, MD FACP
- Chief Medical Officer, Kaizen Clinical Partners