Industry Leaders

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

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Meet the Trailblazer Disrupting Silicon Valley’s Status Quo: Rocío Van Nierop

Rocío Van Nierop is smashing barriers in the tech world, one line of code at…

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Monica Ortiz: From Humble Beginnings to Hospitality Greatness

Monica Ortiz makes history as the first female managing director at Rosewood Baha Mar Resort in the Bahamas

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5 Latino-Run Restaurants in LA

These five Latino-run restaurants in LA offer consumers Latin American cuisine rich in flavor and culture

Valerie Mras, Luis Pinto, Ricardo Guardo, Patricia Mendoza Rodriguez, Reynolds American
How Reynolds American Builds a Better Tomorrow

To transform America’s first tobacco company into a predominately smokeless business, four Hispanic leaders cultivate collaborative, diverse teams at Reynolds American

Adriana Graham Drives Transformation as a Global CIO

Adriana Graham is ready to start the next great chapter of her global career at Rollease Acmeda

Juan Guerrero Big Lots
Juan Guerrero Paves a New Way Forward at Big Lots

Senior Vice President Juan Guerrero reveals his plan to build the supply chain of the future with Big Lots returning to its roots as a bargain retailer

Richard Hernandez New York Giants
Richard Hernandez Is the GC to the Big Blue at the New York Giants

Richard Hernandez took the time to cultivate his relationship with storied NFL franchise, the New York Giants, and now he leads with passion

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Chef Melissa Araujo on Elevating Honduran Cuisine and Latinas

James Beard semifinalist Melissa Araujo discusses her path to success at Alma Cafe and the importance of fostering opportunities for Latinas

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Preserving Puerto Rican History: The Vital Role of Archives

Leading archivists highlight the urgency of capturing Puerto Rican history through decolonial practices that amplify marginalized voices and fight erasure

Collage of our top six guests for The Latino Majority podcast. In order from top left: Sol Trujillo, Orlando Bravo, Bobby Herrera, VP Kamala Harris, Camille Vasquez, Alicia Menendez
The Latino Majority: Voices of the Latino Vanguard

A roundup of our favorite episodes from The Latino Majority podcast, highlighting Latino leaders shaping the global marketplace in business and culture

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7 Latin Music Leaders: The Hottest Hitmakers and Power Players

From chart-topping artists to visionary executives, get ready to meet the seven Latin music leaders who are redefining the soundscape of music for Latinos

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Earth Day Spotlight: 12 Latino Champions Shaping Our Planet

This Earth Day, we’re celebrating Latinos leading the green change. Discover twelve Latino leaders making waves in conservation and climate justice.

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5 New York City Restaurants Run by Latinos

These five Latino-run restaurants offer Latin American flavors and dishes throughout New York City

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Genentech Progress and Goals

Genentech is making strides in diversity, equity, and inclusion, with goals to strive further in 2025

Latino ERG Exchange Discusses Belonging and Barriers

The Latino ERG Exchange discussed building community, including targeted programming, and advocating for sponsorship to elevate Latino leadership

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Latino Finalists for the 2024 James Beard Awards

Discover the ingenious culinary craft of Latino restauranteurs in our roundup of 2024 James Beard Awards finalists

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10 Latino-Run Restaurants in Miami to Check Out

These ten Latino-run restaurants offer a wide range of Latin American flavors and culture throughout Miami

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Celebrating 7 Latino-Run Restaurants in Chicago

These Latino-run restaurants bring a diverse palette of flavors from Latin cultures to the heart of Chicago cuisine

Sergio Ezama. Netflix
Sergio Ezama Navigates Netflix’s Latest Reinvention

Sergio Ezama makes a career pivot at the perfect time as Netflix’s chief human resources officer

Cristian Castillo. Mount Sinai Health System
Leading Through Healthcare’s Most Difficult Days

Cristian Castillo, a thirty-four-year healthcare veteran and Mount Sinai VP of operations, uses empathy to battle healthcare’s financial woes

Art Del Rio. EDF Renewables
Art Del Rio: Latino Leader Champions the Future of Renewable Energy

Kids from East LA don’t always get equal access to opportunity. The VP of Technical Services at EDF Renewables, Art Del Rio took his fate into his own hands, challenging established norms on his way to the top of the booming renewable energy sector.