Hispanic Executive

✨ They break barriers. They drive change. They lead with purpose. ✨ For the 8th year in a row, Hispanic Executive’s Leading Latinas issue honors some of the most influential Latinas making an impact in business and beyond. Introducing... ⚈ The first VP of events in Las Vegas Raiders history ⚈ A powerhouse unscripted TV producer elevating female storytellers across the globe ⚈ A scientist-turned-lawyer who cocreated the first law school course on US cosmetics regulations ⚈ A Mexican flag football captain turned brand ambassador and global ambassador to the National Football League (NFL) ⚈ And much more. Featured: Debbie Esparza, Diana Castrillon, Evelyn Gonzalez Monge, Ingrid Berner, Maria Martinez, Maria Medina Jackson, Marisol González Ortega, Priscilla Almeida, Rosa Amaral Ryan, Vanessa Nadal, and more to come! These Latina trailblazers are shaping industries, paving the way for future generations, and redefining leadership at the highest levels. 💃🏽 Meet the 2025 Leading Latinas: https://hubs.la/Q03byvW60 #LeadingLatinas #LatinaLeadership #HispanicExecutive

📚 Marie Arana: Telling the Latino Story Through Literature 🎙️ From the very beginning, words have been important to Marie Arana. Growing up in a bicultural household, the Peruvian American writer developed a passion for storytelling that shaped her literary career. From serving as books editor for the Washington Post to leading the Library of Congress's literary initiatives, Arana has championed diverse voices and narratives. Today, her mission is clear: to tell the untold stories of Latinos. Through books like Silver, Sword, and Stone and LatinoLand, she is building a monument to the richness of Latino culture—a culture that deserves to be seen, read, and celebrated. 🎧 Listen to her full story on The Latino Majority Podcast: https://hubs.la/Q03fCfYw0 #TheLatinoMajority #LatinoVoices #RepresentationMatters #LatinoLeadership

🏌️♂️ Latinos in Sports™ at the PGA TOUR—A Night to Remember! 🎬 On March 13, LiS™: Latinos in Sports brought together the biggest names in sports, media, and business to celebrate Latino excellence in the industry. From inspiring speakers to powerful networking moments, this event was a true testament to the influence and impact of our community. 🌟 A huge THANK YOU to everyone who attended, shared their stories, and made the night unforgettable. 🎥 Relive the energy, the connections, and the moments that made this event one for the books. Check out the highlights on our Facebook Album! https://hubs.la/Q03fzC-v0 🔗 Watch the sizzle reel now & stay connected for what’s next: https://hubs.la/Q03fzzQ_0 #LatinosInSports #PGA #VamosConTodo #RepresentationMatters #LatinoLeadership

After climbing the ranks in the Navy, excelling at Grainger, and leading at Goff Law, Jose Samayoa is taking on a bold new challenge—entrepreneurship. In January 2025, he launched Eels Professional Development to uplift veterans and first-gen professionals, helping them navigate their careers and unlock their full potential. 👏 Join us in celebrating Jose’s journey! #Leadership #CareerGrowth #Veterans #FirstGenSuccess

🏆 Latinos in Sports x Latino ERG Exchange! 🏆 Hispanic Executive is kicking off the first Latino ERG Exchange of 2025 with a special edition in partnership with Latinos in Sports! Join us on Wednesday, April 30, from 4:00–5:00 p.m. ET for a powerful conversation featuring: ⚡ Natalia S. Rodriguez | Under Armour ⚡ Nick Clarke | San Francisco 49ers ⚡ Jonathan Martinez | Las Vegas Raiders Moderated by Dr. Robert Rodriguez, this discussion will spotlight three unique perspectives in ERGs: a member, a leader, and an executive sponsor. This free event is open to all—invite your ERG colleagues, supporters, and allies! Register now: https://hubs.la/Q03fl7cz0 #LatinoERGExchange #LatinosInSports #ERGLeadership

From arriving in Las Vegas as a single mother in 2008 to becoming VP of Human Resources at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, Diana Castrillon has built a career defined by resilience and bold moves. Now leading strategic HR initiatives on the East Coast, she’s helping shape the future of Borgata with talent development, leadership training, and property reinvigoration. Discover how she’s embracing this new challenge in Hispanic Executive’s Leading Latinas issue: https://hubs.la/Q03f6KPg0 📖 Read her full story here: https://hubs.la/Q03f6XrH0 #LeadingLatinas #WomenInLeadership #HRLeadership

Thank you to my good friend Pedro Antonio Guerrero, founder of Hispanic Executive and The Alumni Society for having me on the launch episode of Season 7 of The Latino Majority Podcast where we discussed: 🇵🇦 The ways being a Latina and the daughter of an immigrant has influenced my life journey. 👧🏾 How my childhood days filled with make-believe led me to an adult career as a strategic change-maker at The Honest Company. 🏛️ The exciting work underway to build the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino alongside incredible leaders including: José Luis Prado, Ileana Musa (she/her/ella), J.Mario Molina M.D., Raul A. Anaya, Robin Arzón, Emilio Estefan, José E. Feliciano, Rick Gomez, Alberto Ibarguen, Eva Longoria, Henry Muñoz III, Soledad O'Brien, Margarita Paláu-Hernández, Franklin Raines, Mike Suco, Sofia Vergara, Miguel Zaldivar, Jorge Zamanillo, Ginny Monken Gomez, Lonnie Bunch, and Jennifer Pichardo 🦋 Transforming the Honest Company alongside the team of incredibly passionate Honest Butterflies. Thank you Pedro and Hispanic Executive for amplifying the unique experiences of the Latino professionals who are shaping business and culture across America.

As Debbie Esparza approaches the final chapter of her “official” career as CEO at YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix, she reflects on the power of authenticity in leadership. After years in banking, academia, and consulting, Esparza finds herself leading with her full heart and her true self. In her last years at YWCA, she’s embraced the opportunity to lead with humor, passion, and the strength of her heritage, paving the way for future generations of women in her family. Read more about Debbie’s incredible journey and her role in empowering women and fighting racism in Hispanic Executive’s Leading Latinas issue: https://hubs.la/Q03dn0GM0 🌟 Discover her full story here: https://hubs.la/Q03dmVlT0 #LeadingLatinas #WomenInLeadership #Empowerment

🔬⚖️ From the lab to the courtroom, Vanessa Nadal has one guiding principle: "Get the best idea in the room"—and never let imposter syndrome hold you back. With a chemical engineering degree from MIT and a law degree from Fordham, she’s now shaping the future of beauty as global marketing counsel at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc., advocating for a safer, more transparent industry. 📖 Read Vanessa’s transformative story here: https://hubs.la/Q03dn0RW0 Discover more on Hispanic Executive’s Leading Latinas here: https://hubs.la/Q03dn6dr0 #LeadingLatinas #WomenInSTEM #LatinasInLaw

🎥 “Chilenos are famous for our bad Spanish.” 😂 Growing up between Chile and the U.S., Javiera Balmaceda Pascal always felt caught between cultures. But today, as a leader in Latino storytelling, she embraces that duality—bringing powerful, globally recognized narratives to life at Amazon Prime. Hear her take on Latino representation, her journey in the industry, and the immigrant hustle on the latest episode of The Latino Majority Podcast. 🎧 Link in bio. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/e3GUEk8y #TheLatinoMajority #LatinoStorytelling #HispanicExecutive