Publisher’s Circle

The op-ed platform for leaders within the Hispanic Executive network to share their thought leadership and insights on the most pressing matters in our community.

5 Things All Minority Entrepreneurs Should Do to Succeed

Key lessons and tips from Latina entrepreneur Patricia Arboleda

Breaking Free of the Latina Money Mindset

When I was first approached to run for a seat in the Texas legislature, I…

Are Latinos Really “Not Philanthropic”?

Aracely Muñoz explains why more people need to take notice of the US Latino community’s long history of philanthropic contributions

Change Can Be Painful—I Know That Firsthand

Maria Fernanda Reyes reflects on the power of the media industry and her viral interaction with Vice President Kamala Harris at a 2021 press conference

Is America Ready for a Multicultural Future?

Marcela Miguel Berland and Frank Gómez on whether the United States is ready to accept and embrace its “majority minority” future

Neurodiversity Must Be Part of Your DEI Strategy

Salomon Chiquiar-Rabinovich advocates for genuine DEI transformation so that neurodiverse talent is included in the post-pandemic workplace

The US Military Has Failed Latinos

Hispanics represent less than 3 percent of the highest ranks of the US military. Air Force veteran Carlos E. Martinez reveals the pattern of missteps that has allowed that underrepresentation to be perpetuated.

How to Spot Platitudes and Performance Versus Authenticity and Action

In the wake of the Great Resignation, employees are demanding value-led companies. Oriana Branon explains how to find them.

Embodying Brown Leadership in Predominantly White Institutions

Norlan Hernández Blandón on the challenges facing leaders of color and his own journey to embracing his Latino identity

Reclaim Your Career Energy in a Post-Pandemic Workplace

Seasoned HR expert Kevin Salcido exhorts business leaders to shake off the malaise of the past few years and reinvigorate their professional lives

The Secret to Moving Purpose into Action

Jeannette Ferran Astorga explains how an integrated approach to corporate social responsibility can drive impact for both the business and the communities it serves

8 Powerful Habits for Career Success

Patricia Arboleda breaks down the eight leadership habits that will position Latinas for leadership positions—and help them thrive in those roles

Multicultural Marketing Is the Key to Weathering the Economic Downturn

Multicultural marketing is typically one of the first things to be cut during times of financial stress. Mario Xavier Carrasco explains why corporate leaders should be prioritizing it instead.

True Leaders Go for the Silver Medal

Seasoned strategist and consultant Jeff Marquez explains why the best leaders are most contented with being second

How to Tell Your Grandma About Your Start-Up

Greether Founder Vanessa Karel explains what she learned from telling her eighty-nine-year-old grandma about her app

Diverse Hiring Practices Aren’t Working

Executive coach Patricia Arboleda explains why companies need to stop focusing so much on who they hire and start thinking about what leadership environment they’re creating

The Real Reason Latinas Are Exiting the Job Market

Executive coach and seasoned corporate leader Patricia Arboleda explains what companies are doing wrong in the effort to retain top talent—and what they can improve on

What Is Your “Why” for DEI?

Jeff Marquez encourages businesses and leaders alike to clarify what they hope to achieve through DEI-focused strategies and initiatives

We Need Hispanic Economists

Raquel Tamez explains why young Hispanic leaders should be looking to the field of economics if they want to effect truly powerful change

How to Successfully Manage in a Crisis

Fabiana Lacerca-Allen breaks down the five key steps that leaders can follow to guide their teams through any challenge they face

“Diversity Is Our Differentiator”

America has fallen behind in global progress and innovation. Dr. José Morey explains how a renewed commitment to diversity, particularly in STEM fields, can solve that critical problem.