Industry Leaders

Explore stories of top industry leaders shaping the future. Hispanic Executive highlights influential figures driving innovation and success

Hispanic Executives to Watch May 2025
Hispanic Executives to Watch: May 2025

This month, we’re showcasing sixteen Hispanic and Latino executives to watch across operations, finance, manufacturing, tech, and legal

Latinos in HR to Watch
Latinos in HR to Watch: May 2025

Don’t miss out on these fourteen Latinos in HR to watch, who are empowering people, driving business strategy, and making an impact at their organizations and in their communities

Latinos in Finance to Watch
Latinos in Finance to Watch: April 2025

Meet ten Latinos in finance to watch as they drive impact and excellence in their organizations

Latinos in Law
Latinos in Law to Watch: April 2025

We’re showcasing seven impressive Latinos in law to watch as they make waves at their organizations and help the next generation of legal leaders along the way

Hispanic Executives to Watch: April 2025

We’ve curated a list of 18 inspiring and impressive Hispanic executives to watch in April as they make strides at their organizations and industries

Frankie Miranda Felida Villarreal
How to Stay Strong: A Conversation with Felida Villarreal and Frankie Miranda

In an exclusive interview for Hispanic Executive, VIDA’s Felida Villarreal speaks with Hispanic Federation’s Frankie Miranda about continuing the work in the face of challenges

Leadership Success
Secrets to Leadership Success: Latina Executives Share Their Insights

Empowering insights from Latina executives across industries on authenticity, perseverance, mentorship, and lifelong learning

Iván Espinosa Nissan
Iván Espinosa Named CEO of Nissan Motor Company

To revitalize Nissan Motor Company, Iván Espinosa steps into the CEO seat with more than two decades of expertise at the global car manufacturer

Claudia Marquez
Claudia Márquez Drives Growth and Innovation

Hyundai North America COO Claudia Márquez shares how she’s found success as a Latina in the luxury automotive industry—and how she’s helping other Latinas to do the same

Marie Leguizamo Banijay Mexico & US Hispanic
Marie Leguizamo Wants More Women at the Table

Producer Marie Leguizamo leverages her global influence and twenty-plus years in the industry to advocate for increased representation behind the camera

Latinas Executives to Watch March 2025
Latina Executives to Watch: March 2025

This Women’s History Month, we’ve curated a list of 13 inspiring and impressive Latina executives to watch as they make an impact on their organizations

Latinas of the Latino Majority
Meet the Latinas of the Latino Majority

We’re celebrating season 7 and Women’s History Month with this round-up featuring the Latinas of the Latino Majority

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

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

Juan C. Andrade
Juan C. Andrade Named USAA President and CEO

A member of USAA’s Board of Directors since 2019, Juan C. Andrade steps into the role with a passion for serving the military community and commitment to USAA’s 102-year legacy

Wellness gummies
Meet the Founder: Yesenia Garcia, Feelz

Feelz Cofounder Yesenia Garcia blends her heritage, passion for natural remedies, and entrepreneurial drive to redefine wellness through innovative plant-based gummies

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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

R. Martin Chavez LGBTQ+ Visionary Leaders
11 LGBTQ+ Visionary Leaders Transforming Business and Social Impact

Meet these inspiring LGBTQ+ visionary leaders making waves in business, tech, and nonprofits who are driving social impact and innovation

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

Michael Madriaga The J.M. Smucker Company
Michael Madriaga Advocates for Smucker on Capitol Hill

Michael Madriaga influences policy and legislation on behalf of The J.M Smucker Company

Lylette Pizarro
Meet the Founder: Lylette Pizarro, Influence Media Partners

Lylette Pizarro and Influence Media Partners set new standards within the music investment space to protect artists’ legacies and future work