Culture

Afro-Latino writers
11 Afro-Latino Writers to Add to Your Reading List Today

From poetry to fiction, these Afro-Latino writers bring powerful storytelling, cultural depth, and rich perspectives to literature

Afro-Latino execs
16 Afro-Latino Executives You Need to Know

This Black History Month, celebrate the leadership, advocacy, and excellence of sixteen Afro-Latino executives in corporate America and beyond

Afro-Latinos
Learn About Afro-Latinos This Black History Month

Afro-Latinos have always been part of the Latino community, and we invite you to expand your understanding of their experiences through listening, watching, and reading

Hispanic Executives to Watch February 2025
Hispanic Executives to Watch: February 2025

Meet seventeen Hispanic executives to watch in February 2025 as they drive impact and excellence across HR, finance, legal, technology, and more

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8 Playwrights Shaping the Latino Theater Renaissance

Meet the eight playwrights behind the Latino theater renaissance whose groundbreaking work is reshaping the stage and redefining cultural narratives

Reinaldo Calzadilla Norwegian Cruise Lines Holdings
Reinaldo Calzadilla Makes MarTech Solutions Built to Last

Reinaldo Calzadilla is creating data solutions that will pay dividends for years to come at Norwegian Cruise Lines Holdings

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8 Latinas Disrupting the Entertainment Industry

Meet the Latina actors, writers, and creators leading a revolution in storytelling, pushing for inclusion and breaking stereotypes in the entertainment industry

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Assimilation and Acculturation: Which Brings Success in the Workplace?

Norlan Hernández Blandón presents assimilation and acculturation in the context of the workplace and how leaders can create environments where all employees are valued

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Americano: One Hispanic Veteran’s Journey with National Identity

Jeff Marquez proposes aligning language for the greater good and “Americano” for Latinos seeking to strengthen their connection to the US without losing their cultural identity

Steven Hernandez United States Department of Education
Steven Hernandez Champions One Team, One Heart

Steven Hernandez reflects on turning around his team’s cybersecurity culture from an F to an A in just over six years at the US Department of Education

Ana Hernandez, Grupo Latinoamericano de Seguros
Ana Hernandez Defines Her Own Legacy

Since she arrived in New York City as a teenage mother, Ana Hernandez saw each challenge as a stepping stone to build a better life for her and her family. The Grupo managing director shares her life story to encourage others to keep moving forward in the face of difficulty.

Patricia Colombo FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation
Patricia Colombo Champions Inclusion at Fujifilm

Global attorney Patricia Colombo leads with empathy, cultural awareness, and a commitment to inclusion at FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation

Catherine Blaesing, Edward Suarez, Michael Miranda BMO Financial
The Culture of BMO Financial Sets It Apart

Whether it’s attracting top talent with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and skills or expanding the business footprint, three tenured leaders at BMO Financial reflect on what sets their organization apart

Alexander Reyes Citrin Cooperman
Alexander Reyes Welcomes Change and Mentorship

Alexander Reyes navigates rapid growth and a culture shift at Citrin Cooperman while guiding the next generation of financial services industry leaders

Hisplaining September in Mexico and Its American “Primo” Hispanic Heritage Month

Laura Martinez celebrates this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month from Mexico and breaks down the order of festivities as well as what’s actually being celebrated in her home country

Hisplaining Why Nobody Should Freak Out about Multiracial People

Laura Martinez solves the “mystery” of VP Kamala Harris’s ethnic background, clears up what it actually means to be multiracial, and explains why racist haters should give it a rest

Patty Castro El Vecino
Patty Castro’s American Dream

Patty Castro is the living embodiment of the culture, care, and customer service that has made El Vecino so profitable

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5 LGBTQ+ Latino-Owned Businesses to Support All Year Round

Giving your support to LGBTQ+ Latino-owned businesses year-round is a meaningful way to promote diversity,…

Hisplaining the Power of “La Chancla” as Feature of Latino Culture

To celebrate the warm weather season, Laura Martínez breaks down the multipurpose chancla, beloved by fashionistas and angry mom alike

Juliana Mastroianni CrossCountry Consulting
Juliana Mastroianni: The HR Guru Shaping CrossCountry Consulting’s Meteoric Rise

Juliana Mastroianni is a CHRO with an incomparable understanding of the consulting world in a company growing at breakneck speed

Diana Dotel MTW Agency
Latinos in Music Q&A: Diana Dotel, MTW

Cofounder Diana Dotel shares how MTW is pushing the envelope on what an entertainment marketing agency can do through uplifting Latin music artists