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Ushering Latinos into the Spotlight

Dozens of Latinos thrive in high-level executive positions in the entertainment industry today—a stark change from as little as 15 years ago. This advancement is partly due to the The Imagen Foundation and it’s fearless leader, Helen Hernandez.

Giving the financial community a competitive edge

“By helping our firm attract the best diverse talent, we help deliver creative ideas and enhanced solutions that translate to better bottom-line results,” says Will Robalino of UBS.

Cesar Estrada on learning to stretch in different directions and being energized by change

“When you work abroad it’s not just work, it expands who you are,” says Cesar Estrada of J.P. Morgan.

Anthony Lopez on becoming a globally conscious leader

At a young age, Ansell’s Anthony Lopez learned that “the world was bigger than the oyster you live in.” Here, he shares how his experience growing up left him with an open mind and a comfort with diversity that has helped him thrive in the business arena.

“It’s going to require making a conscious effort to expose young people to this field and open their eyes to the possibilities of engineering.”

Raul Pineiro discusses the multiple roles he had at the Harris Corporation, developing new technology for the Department of Defense, that sharpened the crucial skills needed for his latest post at Peake Healthcare Innovations.

Making Your Own Luck

Q&A with Las Vegas’s business leaders.

Master of Operations

Charter Communications’ Steve Apodaca shares how learning the cable business from the ground up got him to where he is today.

Brand Builder

General manager Lino Garcia delivers stellar programming to ESPN Deportes’ avid sports fans.

Calling the Shots

Roman Vega oversees branding game plan for one of pro basketball’s hottest teams: the Orlando Magic.

A Dream Delivered

David Ruiz climbs the ladder from package handler to national and global management roles for UPS.

Forward Thinker

Argent Associates president and CEO Beatriz “Betty” Manetta explains why entrepreneurism is not for the weak of heart.

Tenacious Alejandro Kaisin doesn’t shy away from challenges.

This attribute has served him well working for $2.9 billion firm Jones Lang LaSalle.

Investing in minority product suppliers with Harry Perales of Campbell Soup Company

Despite a fulfilling career with consumer-products giant Campbell Soup Company, Harry Perales hasn’t forgotten his roots. In fact, he’s made it his mission to broaden opportunities and access for minority vendors.

Topping the Charts

Live Nation Entertainment’s Emily Simonitsch brings top Latin musicians from Maná to Gloria Estefan to her hometown of Los Angeles.

A Personal Touch

Suzette Recinos shares why spending a day or two with an international client is more valuable than an entire year of phone calls

Juan Guerrero’s supply-chain career includes a foundation in strategic sourcing with PepsiCo and Starbucks.

Juan Guerrero reconfigures Office Depot’s distribution network to make it more agile and responsive to consumers’ needs.

Making a Franchise McFlourish

Celebrating 20 years as owner/operator at McDonald’s, Joseph E. Montoya shares his tried-and-true strategies for running a successful franchise with golden arches.

Pipe Dreams

Jim Jaime’s water-and-sewer supply company is not just staying afloat in this economy—business is thriving

Navigating International Territory

Mayda Prego works closely with legal systems in Africa and Latin America as senior counsel of Chevron Corporation.

Boston native helps connect Latino professionals nationwide

While raising two small children and training for the Boston Marathon, Yvonne Garcia works to make the business world a better place for Latino professionals through her role as national vice president of ALPFA.

A Winning Legal Career

Since his start with eBay, Inc., Torpoco has tackled several roles, including a stint in Spain, and is currently the senior commercial and product counsel for the company that earned more than $9.2 billion in sales in 2010.