All in the Family: The Hurtado Legacy in Stenography

All in the Family: The Hurtado Legacy in Stenography

Presenters: David Hurtado, CA CSR; Cesar Hurtado, CA CSR; & Elsa Hurtado CA CSR, RPR, CVR-S Siblings Elsa, Cesar, and David Hurtado share their unique journeys as court reporters working across official courts, freelance reporting, CART, captioning, and business ownership. In this engaging session, they discuss how family support, shared values, and individual drive shaped their careers—while each built a distinct path within the profession. From high-profile trials to realtime services and entrepreneurship, the Hurtados offer insight into longevity, adaptability, and excellence in modern stenography. This session highlights how community, mentorship, and fearless commitment can turn a profession into a lasting legacy.