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Always energized by an interesting challenge, Barilla America’s general counsel, Talita Erickson, accepted a second position as the company’s chief diversity officer and combines the two roles to drive the company forward
On June 26, 2015, the LGBTQ community won equality at the altar. Next up, according to the Chicago Area Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce: equality in the economy.
Monica Lozano has leveraged news desks, corner offices, and corporate boards to drive positive change for the Hispanic community
What drew you to the field of sociology, and particularly, studying Hispanics? An internship for…
Northrop Grumman allows Angela Robledo Gart to act on a concern for community.
How it feels to “make it,” in Ignacio Garcia’s own words.
Increasingly, Hispanics are getting their news in English. What is sparking this new media trend? Hispanic Executive takes an inside look at what media companies are doing with this market from blogging to broadcast
Marty Castro builds inroads for Latinos in Chicago and across the United States
Raul Russi on how a bullet changed his life and how he’s changing the lives of others through Acacia Network.
Drawn to the challenge of joining a start-up, Mary Helen Medina’s gamble pays off
Drawing inspiration from immigrants like his father, Univision’s Roberto Llamas channels his unbending faith in people into a dynamic career as chief human resources officer at the Spanish-language television network.
Roman Vega oversees branding game plan for one of pro basketball’s hottest teams: the Orlando Magic.
Through The Hartford Financial Services Group’s diversity committee, associate general counsel Ricardo Anzaldua promotes inclusion within its ranks and throughout the profession as a whole.
As vice president, account management for the largest health insurer in the country, Tammy Truxillo Tucker is one of few women–and even fewer Latinas—in this role.
Adela Cepeda of A.C. Advisory turns her penchant for numbers into a formidable financial career.
As Kellogg Company’s vice president and chief counsel, Norma Barnes-Euresti ensures the brand’s labor and employment policies leave a good taste in employees’ mouths.
Though he came to United States with little in his pocket, Miguel Chavez has excelled as an entrepreneur—letting his family reap the benefits. “I didn’t know English but I’ve always been a thinker and I always think ahead, I always thought of my family, I always wanted more for their future,” Chavez says.
Chief global marketing counsel Laura Quintano keeps the beauty giant’s promotional tactics in line
As the head of one of the largest producers of onions in the country, George Rodriguez recalls his rise to the top.
Whether it provokes laughter or tears, Pepe Vargas knows a compelling film can ignite a mix of emotions in viewers—a method he wants to use to help counter discrimination and bring about change as executive director of the Chicago Latino Film Festival.