Patricia Álvarez de los Cobos is the Founder, President, and CEO of Energy Communications Corporation, a three-time Emmy-winning multimedia company based in Chula Vista, CA. Since 1989, Energy Communications has been the exclusive representative for Televisa Californias in Southern California, specializing in advertising campaigns that connect businesses with the Hispanic market.
Throughout her life, Martha has proven that hard work, dedication, and a love for her roots can lead to personal and professional success. As an entrepreneur and mother, she has built a legacy that celebrates her Colombian heritage while inspiring others to follow her example.
Mari Ramos is dedicated to fostering economic growth for businesses, particularly Hispanic-owned businesses. Serving on multiple boards, including the Idaho Food Bank, Foundation for Idaho History and the National Selective Service Board, she passionately engages in community initiatives, emphasizing leadership, resilience, and inclusivity.
Estrella Escobar has forged a distinguished career in public service, higher education and institutional relations, establishing herself as a key figure on the binational border. Most recently, he served as Senior Chief of Staff in the Office of the Mayor of El Paso, Texas, from 2021 until the conclusion of Mayor Oscar Leeser's term in 2025.
Carlos Solórzano-Cuadra's story is a living reflection of the Latino spirit: resilient, hardworking, generous and deeply committed to the collective well-being. As a Nicaraguan immigrant who arrived in the United States in 1969, Carlos has not only witnessed the change and evolution of the Hispanic community, but has been an active part of its transformation, leading with passion and vision from the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of San Francisco (HCCSF).
Angie Clement-Cromwell is a leading communicator, social activist and entrepreneur with more than three decades of experience in business management and a strong background in media and community leadership. A native of Mexico, she is a graduate of the Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City, where she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Communication with a specialization in Communication Policy Research, complementing her academic training with a diploma in Photography.
From the incredible city of Tijuana, Baja California, emerges a key figure in the music scene of Northwest Mexico: DJ Luis Santamaría. His story begins in a unique way, when at the early age of two he was introduced to the world of music through acetates and an old RCA Victor turntable. The first song he put on the turntable was “Venus” by The Shocking Blue, a song that marked the beginning of a life guided by rhythms, melodies and a passion for making people dance.
Visionary, global leader and tireless advocate for the rights of migrant workers, María Fernanda Reyes, HC Dr, stands out as one of the most influential figures in the field of agricultural innovation worldwide.
Katia Callahan’s story is one of dedication, resilience, and a deep-rooted passion for community service. Born and raised in the energetic heart of Mexico City, Katia pursued her studies in early childhood education and graduated as a kindergarten teacher.
Olga Alcaraz believes in the transformational act of kindness to change lives—one life at a time, one business at a time. She has a unique gift for identifying the strengths and talents in others, championing them to embrace their full potential, and guiding them to use those gifts to create meaningful impact.