Food & Beverage
Evelina Rojas shares her work/life balance journey and how it’s made her a better leader at On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
Nelson Saenz isn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves. He is a strategic leader at Guayakí Yerba Mate and remains focused on finding the right people.
Ernesto Martinez-Franco reflects on decades of innovation with partnership in mind at Bimbo Bakeries USA
With years of training, hard work, and experience, Juan Jose Pajon went from accountant to technology leader for Grupo Bimbo
The Wendy’s Company may not outspend its competitors, but CMO Carl Loredo does often outsmart them by learning what Wendy’s fans are passionate about and meeting them there
Colombian Oscar Pelaez brings Pizza Hut’s brand essence to life with designs that foster an emotional connection for consumers around the world
Carlos Rivas didn’t plan to go in-house many years ago, but he’s glad he stayed open to change and recently joined the grocery technology company
HR expert Juana Gomez draws on a lifetime of experience in agriculture but it’s her compassion for the Latino workforce that makes her a true leader in the field
As vice president of human resources at DYMA Brands, Luz Morales serves up an employee benefits package that nourishes their needs
Mary Beth Martinez was drawn to Insomnia Cookies because of its rapid growth. As legal director, she works cross-functionally and contributes to a variety of areas.
Eric Muñoz relishes opportunities to support strategic decision-making as CHRO at the US-based Good Foods
Esteban Velasquez continues to grow his career at 7-Eleven International by supporting executives, international licensees, and master franchisees in nineteen countries and regions
How a childhood split between the US and South America uniquely prepared Gisselle Diaz to lead as senior director of HR and operations at Blount Fine Foods
Ulises Romero has spent twenty years leading people, and now helps Sara Lee Frozen Bakery make it through unique manufacturing challenges
George Pauta strives to be a strong mentor while also supporting Sweetgreen’s mission to build healthier communities by connecting people to real food
Rolando Ortiz is focused on strengthening global partnerships and building new ones as VP of enterprise architecture and international IT at Wendy’s
Data analytics was not in the original plan for Jon Sanchez, but he fell in love with the field in college and today applies his expertise to enhance the customer experience at Panera Bread
How lessons from a family-owned Mexican restaurant are helping Miguel Hernandez find success as general counsel at Henry Company
The most important differentiator for sugar companies is applied technology, and Kelvin Llaverias creates a plan to help Florida Crystals stand out in the field
Over the course of her career, Maria Rivera has climbed from a dishwasher role to the C-suite. Now, she’s helping Krispy Kreme to aim just as high.
Rob Rodriguez has advanced in the restaurant industry thanks to support from his mentors and family and his own determination to capitalize on all the opportunities around him