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LATINO LEADERS PROUDLY PRESENTS:
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH
ALEX CAMPOS CEO OF VENSURE EMPLOYER SOLUTIONS: LEADING THE COMPANY TO GREATNESS
ALSO:
LATINOS SERVING C-SUITE POSITIONS IN CORPORATE AMERICA
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CONTENTS
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Table of Contents: •Interview with Jose Rosario, GEO Group: Page 14 • Latinos serving Corporate America: Meet those who are trailblazing in different industries – page 16 •Leading by example: A list of Latinos Chief Executive Officers and Presidents – page 47 • The story behind Maria Lensing, Walgreens Boots Alliance FOLLOW US @latinoleadersmag FOLLOW US LatinoLeadersMagazine FOLLOW US @LatinoLeadersUS FOLLOW US
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CHEERS TO 2023! WITH OUR last issue of 2023, we in Latino Leaders celebrate a great year full of profiles, stories of leadership and lists of Latinos doing extraordinary things! This edition is also our best ever research of those who are leading the way in corporate America. The Latinos serving in C-Suite positions are being recognized and also celebrated with this list. We want to send our best wishes to all of you and express our appreciation for your continued following and readership.
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EDITOR´S LETTER
This edition marks the closing of another editorial year that we have successfully completed. Working on the six editions we had this year has been an honor. Each was filled with unique and inspiring stories of Latinos changing the world, mainly paving the way for more Latinos to shine. This year, I was amazed as I noticed many Latinos moving into positions of increasing responsibility. This further demonstrates that Latino talent is being recognized, and the efforts made over the years are slowly paying off. I want to thank everyone who’s been following our publications throughout this year. Happy holidays to all! I hope 2024 is filled with joy and more recognition of Latinos!
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COMERICA CORNER
LUIS ANTONIO URIBEGAN
LUIS ANTONIO URIBEGAN CEO & ARCHITECT, DESIGN THINK TANK Courtesy of : Luis Antonio Uribegan
1. How was growing up for you? LAU: Growing up in Mexico City was a very rich experience specially with my mom’s commitment to make me widen my views of the world, she always will say “Is not about your immediate surroundings but you need to have COSMOVISION and your views of the world need to expand as much as possible”. That sense of exploring and to go further has stayed with me until now. For her, as a single mom and with little help from dad, keeping her commitment with us to have the best life we could was not easy, she worked hard so we did not have to experience ‘being poor’ as she had growing up. 2. What were your core family values? LAU: Support each other, never give up when facing hard circumstances, be thankful for the things you have. Always think that there are many people without the same possibilities and always love intensively. 3. What led you into your current business? LAU: A mixture of looking at the future and what new generations will have to face, seeing how the basic needs of living and being in community were vanishing out of the grasp of them. Housing ownership and current offerings have become an unattainable security that these generations see impossible. I wanted to create a solution that could bring this security back to them with P.A.D. (Personal Apportion Dwellings ®)
We believe that we can create a difference for future generations, by bringing to them affordable housing ownership.
as well as a sense of community that 4. What has been your biggest challenge, 5. What are your short and long term goals contradicts the polarization that the World and how did you face it? in your current position? is seeing presently. LAU: I think being an immigrant LAU: Short goal, is to show the world a entrepreneur tells all the story, it is so new reality in Housing Ownership and hard to put a pause in life to go through how P.A.D. will become a paradigm 6. What advice would you give to the new generation of Latino professionals? the process of citizenship and thinking shift in Housing, we would like to start LAU: Be open to expand your views of the how much you could have done for the manufacturing in the next year. world, never believe your way of seeing US if you could have started earlier. Now, In the long term, we believe that we can things is the only valuable option. Give to instead of just falling back into a secure create a difference for future generations, strangers every time you can and; never job I want to take on Transformative by bringing to them affordable housing give up, always "KeepCreating!" Ideas that could make a difference. ownership that changes with their lifestyle NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2023 LATINO LEADERS 5
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LATINO ART LEADERSHIP WHAT WE NEED TO LEARN FROM IT
By William Hanhausen
Courtesy of Alessandra Albin
Carlos Cuevas
DIATONIC BRILLIANCE:
A FAIRYLIKE SCULPTOR'S JOURNEY INTO AN OUTSTANDING MAGICAL FIGURATIVE WORLD
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LESSANDRA Albin possesses a masterful talent for faithfully recreating the physical form of her subjects while simultaneously capturing their essence, using only the notes inherent to the prevailing key. She is an exceptionally intelligent and intuitively gifted sculptor, dedicated to her craft for nearly five decades. Each generation makes its own contribution to art, establishing unique landmarks based on its characteristics and aesthetic preoccupations. A contemporary artist, Alessandra Albin straddles the worlds of abstract and figurative art, situated between two generations of Mexican master artists. Interestingly, she didn't begin sculpting until her middle age. She views the human figure as more than just an anecdotal motif but as a pure mass, stripped of extraneous symbolism.
As Wassily Kandinsky said, "Abstract means to separate something from something else."
nation to complete the narrative. As she aptly puts it, "You don't see the complete piece, but you complete it." Her work emphasizes the importance of material harmonies over precise representations, casting shadows and shapes on the human body that seem to hover, much like the works of Rodin and Maillol. Alessandra's sculptures exude simplicity and candor, governed by harmonies of tone. Her sculptures are not merely physical likenesses; they also convey the intangible essence of their subjects. Her art questions the boundaries between the subjective and the corporeal, exploring the multifaceted nature of identity and human experience. Alessandra's sculptures bridge the gap between the bodily structure of her subjects and the rich tapestry of spiritual activity. Her work encompasses a gamut of expression, from naturalism to hyper-realism. The spirit of Alessandra's art is immediate and captivating, evoking a desire to explore her sculptures and experience their harmonious beauty firsthand. Her work is a testament to her confidence and the respect and admiration she holds for her craft. She remains an irreducible phenomenon, infusing each piece with a fragment of herself for others to discover.
Alessandra Albin was born in Mexico City in 1957 to Italian parents. Studied at the "Escuela Nacional de Pintura y Escultura La Esmeralda'' from 1975 to 1980, the oldest visual and plastic arts school in the Americas, where the Master Diego Rivera use to teach and she also pursued acting at Centro Universitario de Teatro. With over 22 years of lecturing and teaching art at The Museo Carillo Gil, Centro Cultural de Arte Contemporaneo, Universidad Autonoma Metropolitana, The American School Foundation in Mexico City and at Rice University and the Awty International School in Houston, Texas. She has left her mark on countless aspiring artists.
“I can only say how fresh and bright and swift I find her total magic.” Alessandra Albin's art has found a home in numerous prestigious institutions and private collections in Mexico City, Houston and Montgomery, Texas among others. Her upcoming exhibition will be presented at Monterroso Gallery from May 15 till June 1, 2024.
A unique figurative sculptor, Albin's work resides at the intersection of sensuality, mysticism, and excitement, all encapsulated within the human form. She believes that her artistic journey is not a career but a conscious decision “Every piece I do, I put myself in it. Everyto listen to her inner self and become an artist. Alessandra emphasizes that while we don't thing has a fragment or fraction of me… and invent the black thread, it's what we do with it you, if you dare and find yourself. – AA.” that matters. She explores the expressive potential of the human form to create captivating compositions with bold rubs, creating what she calls an "Outstanding Magical Figurative World." Just as a diatonic scale in music maintains a specific pattern of intervals, Alessandra's figurative work constructs rhythmic images through the relationships of her subjects. She sees the relationship between gesture and language as a form of nonverbal communication, using traditional materials to enhance her characters' attributes. Her work invites viewers to engage with the figure in an intimate and personal way. Alessandra Albin's art is intentionally fragmented, leaving room for the viewer's imagi6 LATINO LEADERS NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2023
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LEADERS HUB WITH JOE
THE FUTURE OF WORK: AI-POWERED TALENT OPTIMIZATION EVERY BUSINESS STRATEGY demands results. Whether those results are positive, or negative is in the hands of its people. According to Predictive Index, Talent optimization is a discipline that provides business leaders with a framework and tools to design their culture, roles, and teams to maximize business results. In the modern workplace, the convergence of talent optimization and artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape of human resource management. The following research case studies illustrate the transformative impact of this powerful alliance: Predictive Hiring Success: Research by leading organizations highlights how AI-driven talent acquisition tools significantly enhance predictive hiring success. By analyzing historical data, candidate behavioral and cognitive assessment results, and correlating candidate attributes with job performance, businesses can now make informed hiring decisions, ensuring a more accurate match between skills and job requirements. Individualized Development Paths: Studies highlight the effectiveness of AI in tailoring individualized learning paths. AI algorithms, by assessing employee skills and preferences, recommend personalized training programs. This targeted approach not only enhances employee development but also aligns individual growth with organizational goals. Enhanced Performance Feedback: AI-powered performance feedback systems have demonstrated a notable impact on employee engagement and productivity. Real-time feedback mechanisms, driven by AI analytics, provide actionable insights, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and recognition. Optimized Team Dynamics: Research delves into the optimization of team dynamics through AI analysis. By understanding the unique strengths and working styles of team members, organizations can assemble teams that complement each other, driving collaboration, innovation, and high-performance outcomes.
Ethical AI Practices: Research emphasizes the importance of ethical AI practices. Establishing guidelines for fair and transparent AI decision-making mitigates concerns about bias and ensures a positive employee experience. Ethical AI contributes to a trusting relationship between employees and the technology supporting talent optimization. Forward-thinking companies such as Unilever and Hilton are leveraging AI to optimize their talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies, gaining a competitive edge in today's dynamic marketplace: Unilever: According to Harvard Business Review, the global consumer goods giant, faced a major challenge: finding the right talent in a vast pool of candidates. To address this, they partnered with Pymetrics, an AI platform that uses gamified assessments to predict job success and cultural fit. By analyzing cognitive abilities, personality traits, and work styles, Pymetrics unearthed hidden gems who might have been overlooked through traditional resume-based screening. The results were impressive: Unilever reduced unconscious bias by 27%, improved new hire performance by 15%, and increased employee retention by 10%. Hilton: According to Forbes, the renowned hospitality chain, recognized the need for continuous employee development to stay ahead of the curve. They implemented Cornerstone OnDemand, an AI-powered learning and development platform. Cornerstone analyzes individual performance data and recommends personalized training paths to bridge skill gaps. This data-driven approach resulted in a 20% increase in employee engagement, a 15% reduction in learning and development costs, and a 10% boost in employee productivity. By embracing “AI-Powered Talent Optimization” platforms, companies can: • Reduce bias and increase diversity in their workforce. • Improve the accuracy and efficiency of talent acquisition. • Personalize learning and development opportunities for every employee. • Boost employee engagement and productivity.
• Reduce turnover and enhance talent retention. As AI technology continues to evolve, its impact on human resources will only become more profound. Are you ready to start your AI-powered talent transformation? Contact AlliancesHub to learn more about our “Talent Optimization and Analytics” services.
ABOUT JOE Joe Bacigalupo, MBA, MPEC, ACPEC is a Managing Partner and an Executive Advisor at AlliancesHub International, LLC. AlliancesHub offers Change Management and Strategy Consulting, Talent Optimization and Analytics, Leadership Development, and Executive/ Leadership Coaching services.
www.allianceshub.com info@allianceshub.com 469-287-2086
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THE ART OF PROBLEM-SOLVING IN SALES Ralph de la Vega
I RECENTLY witnessed a sales presentation to a group of executives that was advantageous for the supplier but would aggravate the most significant challenge their customer faced. The sales leader was oblivious to this critical fact. The supplier lost the sale, and the sales pitch raised questions about the future relationship between the two organizations. They never asked the customer the crucial question: “What are your most significant problems?” The key to successful long-term customer relationships lies not just in the product or service you offer but in your capability to solve your customer’s most significant problems. This approach is fundamental to building trust, loyalty, and long-term relationships. The first step in solving your customer’s problems is understanding them thoroughly. This requires active listening and empathy. When you engage with customers, focus on understanding their unique challenges and pain points and encourage them to express their needs and concerns in detail. The next step is to tailor your products or services effectively. This requires a deep knowledge of your offerings and the creativity to adapt them to different scenarios. Tailoring solutions to solve your customer’s most significant challenges is critical to build trust and credibility. When presenting a solution, focus on the benefits rather than just the features. Customers are more interested in how your product or service can help them or
their business be more successful than its specifications. Explain how your solution can mitigate the pressing issues customers face. After listening to a major customer’s most significant problem, I asked them to give us two weeks to come back with a solution to address their specific needs. We did not make the pitch we planned. Instead, we returned to the drawing board and developed a more tailored proposal. We won a coveted multi-year contract and established a long-lasting relationship with the C-Suite team of the company. Problem-solving isn’t just about making a sale. It is about building a long-term relationship. When customers know you are dedicated to helping them succeed, they are more likely to be repeat customers and advocates for your brand. Finally, always seek feedback. This helps in understanding the effectiveness of your solution and provides insights for continuous improvement. It also shows customers that you value their opinions and are committed to serving them better. Solving your customer’s most significant challenges is crucial to long-term relationships. Using this approach, you not only meet your sales targets but also build a loyal customer base and a strong, reputable brand. Ask the question, tailor the solution, focus on the benefits, and build long-term relationships. It’s the art of problem-solving in sales.
Ralph de la Vega is the former vice-chairman of AT&T Inc. He is the author of the best-selling book “Obstacles Welcome: Turn Adversity to Advantage in Business and Life.” He is also a LinkedIn Influencer, posting regularly on leadership and innovation. 8 LATINO LEADERS NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2023
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LATINO LEADERS ALEX CAMPOS
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lex, who was born in Cuba, hails from a family that escaped communism in Cuba when he was only seven years old. Upon arriving in the United States, he lived in New Jersey and Miami. Prior to his success with Vensure, Alex refined his skills as an expert software developer and excelled in many fastgrowing verticals, including the technology, financing, insurance, and consulting industries. His ability to foster strong relationships with influential business and political leaders has allowed him to guide Vensure to the top levels of performance.
LEADING VENSURE TO SUCCESS
Being Latino is something Alex is incredibly proud of. He says, “I embrace my Latino heritage, but it was not always this way. When I was 10, I wanted to Americanize myself.” However, as he grew up, he realized that these aspects were not mutually exclusive. He notes, “I consider myself a tremendous American patriot, but I do not abandon my Hispanic roots or heritage.” This Latino heritage has inspired him throughout his entire life, but most importantly, he has carried the hardworking immigrant spirit, saying, “This represents hard work and earning my way through my professional career.” Reflecting on his journey, Alex says, “I think I have had an amazing experience as an immigrant.” Flowing from this pride in his culture, Alex has a strong set of values that relate to his upbringing and watching how his parents overcame significant obstacles to provide for their family. Honesty, integrity, and hard work lie at the core of his values. He emphasized, “I consider myself incredibly tenacious in pursuing my goals.” Additionally, family holds incredible importance to him. Alex, a soon-to-be empty nester, has five kids and reflects on how family values are “true in every community, but especially prominent in the Hispanic community, which holds tremendous family values.”
Recognized as a dynamic leader and visionary, Alex Campos is the CEO of Vensure Employer Solutions, the largest privatelyheld organization in the HR technology and service sector in the United States. Under his direction, Vensure has acquired over seventy businesses in the last six years and built an unmatched portfolio of HR/HCM technology, managed services, and global business process outsourcing (BPO). Arianna Villarreal
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From the early days in his career, Alex started making investments and learned countless lessons as a Latino entrepreneur. However, if he had to sum it up in one word, it would be tenacity. He says, “Throughout my years, I mainly learned the value of tenacity, which is a common theme among entrepreneurs. We’re always looking to succeed, and we always look at a goal.” He also shares how another key lesson he learned was having the ability to be smart enough to pivot. He explains further, saying, “The path to your goal needs to be flexible because not every situation is the same. So, you need to be flexible but also tenacious in achieving that goal.” As a result of these early lessons, Alex has been able to successfully navigate the many challenges faced in his businesses by constantly evolving. Given that Vensure delivers many of its services through technology, and technology has become the number one thing that drives the world, they are always on the lookout for the changes that may come as a surprise in their industry, either through competitors or bad actors. He elaborates, saying, “Staying ahead of our competitors is always extremely important. You don’t want to become irrelevant; you don’t want to become the next Blackberry phone.” When Alex is in the office, he always starts the day with a sense of urgency and readiness to lead his company above their competitors. To accomplish this, he has a very clear understanding of the leadership style he must uphold to inspire and execute Vensure’s mission. He says:
Adding to that, Alex believes that what sets Vensure apart from competitors is their flexibility and willingness to change directions quickly. Within his company, it is clearly understood that one must be able to assess situations, adapt as needed, and properly execute to outperform the competition and achieve a competitive edge. To illustrate this, he shared a study he recently read which showed that “the distinguishing factor between a startup that fails and one that succeeds is its ability to execute. So, we have this thing at Vensure called ‘violent execution,’ which is how I think we stay ahead of our competitors.” The term ‘violent execution’ comes from U.S. General George Patton’s proactive planning strategy that stated “A good plan violently executed now is better than a perfect plan next week.”
“LEADERSHIP IS IMPORTANT TO ME BECAUSE WE NEED TO EMPOWER OUR PEOPLE. I AM A VERY DETAIL-ORIENTED PERSON, AND I GET INVOLVED IN MANY ASPECTS OF MY Driven by this competitive mindset, Alex has a keen vision to maintain a great culture within his company. Although he BUSINESS, BUT I EMPOWER OUR PEOPLE. admits culture is not something you can have a secret formula he also shares, “Everyone who works at Vensure would FOR THE MOST PART, IT’S AN ‘EMPOWER AND for, certainly tell you that this is the best work experience they’ve LEAVE THEM ALONE’ LEADERSHIP ATTITUDE, ever had, so we are certainly proud of that.” While discussing his insights for aspiring Latino BUT I ALSO LEAD BY EXAMPLE.” entrepreneurs, Alex offers this valuable advice: “Always He also notes, “Vensure is very strong about working from the office; we’re not a work-from-home company. I tell everyone we need to go back to pre-COVID behavior. The first person to get to the office and the last person to leave the office is me. I feel that if I lead by example, then everyone else will follow.”
do what you say you’re going to do, even if it comes at a financial cost to you.” Most importantly, nonetheless, he says, “I can’t stress enough how you have to have that will to succeed and not be dissuaded by failure. Embrace failure, pivot from failure, and learn from failure. How you deal with that failure will be critical to your success.” NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2023 LATINO LEADERS 11
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ABOUT VENSURE EMPLOYER SOLUTIONS Vensure Employer Solutions was founded in 2004 as Ion Solutions, a professional employer organization (PEO) focused on payroll, workers’ compensation insurance, and workplace safety consulting for construction, transportation, and other blue-collar industries. In 2007, Ion Solutions obtained its first large deductible workers’ compensation insurance policy. In 2008 Alex Campos began investing in the company, and in 2009 the company changed its name to Vensure Employer Services, Inc. Vensure secured its second large deductible workers’ compensation policy in 2010 and began providing PEO services to the temporary staffing industry in California. In that same year, the company also converted its payroll technology system from PayPlus to PrismHR (called HR Pyramid at the time). Between 2010 and 2012 Vensure developed a robust suite of proprietary software systems that gave the company a competitive edge in the staffing industry. During this same time, Alex Campos obtained majority control of Vensure’s shares, and in 2012 he took over as the CEO with 45 employees. In 2018, to meet the growing demand for skilled talent, Vensure partnered with Solvo Global, and in 2022, Vensure acquired Solvo to deliver full global workforce solutions to hundreds of U.S.-based businesses. Vensure Employer Services merged with PrismHR under the Holding Company named Vensure Employer Solutions in 2022. This new entity delivers human capital management solutions for every stage of a company’s growth and complexity. In this same year, Vensure added the Namely brand to its portfolio to expand the company’s technology options to deliver strong HCM solutions for mid-market companies. Today, with over 4,000 employees, Vensure Employer Solutions is one of the fastest-growing full-service HR solutions providers for small and medium-sized businesses in the nation, processing $130 billion in payroll annually for over 90,000 businesses via its direct business and service provider network. The company offers a comprehensive suite of HR tech and services, including payroll administration, voluntary and medical benefits, risk management, workers’ compensation, HR administration, and employee development. Vensure Employer Solutions is committed to helping businesses of all sizes thrive. The company’s mission is to empower entrepreneurs to build stronger companies by providing innovative solutions and unparalleled service. 12 LATINO LEADERS NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2023
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JOSE ROSARIO: A JOURNEY WHERE HARD WORK AND DEDICATION IS THE ONLY WAY TO SUCCEED
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Carlos Cuevas
The story of Jose Rosario's journey from his humble beginnings in a small town in Puerto Rico to achieving success in the U.S. is truly inspiring. Growing up with a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for family values, Jose initially had little interest in academia. However, recognizing his natural aptitude for technology and the rapidly evolving digital landscape of the 1990s, he decided to pursue a degree in computer science. His determination and dedication paid off, and he has since become a prominent figure in his field. TODAY, HE’S the Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer, and Chief Information Security Officer at The GEO Group, a global leader in evidence-based rehabilitation based in Boca Raton, Florida. According to their website, “GEO's diversified services platform provides unique capabilities for the delivery of educational and vocational programs, cognitive behavioral and substance abuse treatment, and faith-based services.” As a proud Puerto Rican, he traces his roots back to a small town on the island. Coming from a close-knit family, his upbringing encapsulates the essence of courage. "My dad worked at a power company for about 30 years as a driver. My mom was the office manager to a construction company for many years," he recounts. Shortly after, his parents had to take control of a failing supermarket to avoid financial hardship and through hard work and dedication were able to return it to profitability and subsequently sell it. Reflecting on his move from the island to the U.S., he recalls his internship at the Department of Energy in Illinois. "I remember leaving in January and landing in Chicago. It was cold, a drastic change from my home." Jose's new life in the U.S. was paved with determination instilled by his parents. His father's early retirement allowed for more time together, creating memories of late-night meals as bonding moments. This strong family presence greatly influenced Jose's approach to personal and professional life. As he ventured into the world of IT, Rosario’s career developed, but it was his commitment that pushed his professional rise. When asked about what challenges he faced as a Latino trying to make a career in IT in the U.S., he adds that the language was the main barrier. He says that most of the people he’s worked with share the same experience, but the great advantage that he had were places he’s lived in like Chicago and Florida, where the Hispanic community is prevalent.
His leadership style at The GEO Group reflects this, nurturing a team that can count on each other without stepping over boundaries. That’s what sets Jose apart, his genuine investment in people. He acknowledges the presence of Latinos in the tech industry but notes a disparity at higher levels: “The issue that I see is that many Latinos in the technology field don’t have enough guidance to climb the corporate ladder.” This is why he doesn't just manage a team; he creates an environment where everyone feels valued. His approach revolves around trust, empowerment, and a belief in people's potential. This personal touch extends even to the toughest moments, as he navigates disciplinary actions while maintaining respect and a supportive environment with the younger generations: “I try to push them to go to the next level”.
“If you look at our line of business, the biggest impact that we have is people. It’s all about helping the individuals that we work for.” Looking ahead, Jose envisions delving deeper into the business side, expanding his knowledge beyond technology. Jose's story is the result of persistence, family values, and the significance of relationships. His journey from a small Puerto Rican town to a leadership role in the U.S. technology sector exemplifies the heights one can reach with dedication, perseverance, and a profound respect for human connections.
HIS APPROACH REVOLVES AROUND TRUST, EMPOWERMENT, AND A BELIEF IN PEOPLE'S POTENTIAL. THIS PERSONAL TOUCH EXTENDS EVEN TO THE TOUGHEST MOMENTS, AS HE NAVIGATES DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS WHILE MAINTAINING RESPECT AND A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT WITH THE YOUNGER GENERATIONS: “I TRY TO PUSH THEM TO GO TO THE NEXT LEVEL”. NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2023 LATINO LEADERS 15
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We proudly present the 2023 Latinos in Corporate list. Our research team has included the Latinos that make up the executive teams of some of the most relevant companies including only those who either report directly to the Chief Executive Officer or have a very Senior position in the company. Our hopes are to see this list grow faster in the upcoming years. Corporate America still needs to unleash the opportunities of Latinos in leadership positions which is a winning strategy for companies.
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RESPONSIBILITY TO NOT ONLY LEAD, BUT ELEVATE On behalf of the Hispanic C-Suite Corporate Council (HC3), I congratulate every man and woman on the Latino Leaders Magazine list to acknowledge the incredible accomplishment as leaders, not only in their company, not only in their industry, but as leaders in Corporate America.
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e are leaders that happen to be of Hispanic Heritage. It is our professional and social responsibility to not only lead, but create a pathway for others in our companies, our organizations, and our community. That objective should be clear to every executive on the list as we celebrate them, we must also be accountable as it eventually leads a pathway for our children, our legacy, our future. The Hispanic C-Suite Corporate Council (HC3) is the premier organization for Hispanic Leaders in Corporate America. Our mission via the Push Up Pull Up theme is to increase the number of successful Hispanic executives by delivering value to their development, leadership, and philanthropic endeavors thereby strengthening their companies, organizations, and communities. Our mantra “Advocacy, Accountability, Appreciation” will help elevate executives, ensure they value their identity, and recognize their greatness.
As of 2023, the Hispanic community has 20 Fortune 500 Hispanic CEO’s, and our goal is to assist in the elevation of the total to match our national population percentage, which is now at a targeted 100 CEO’s. The HC3 partnership with Latino Leaders Magazine is an important element and one of many partnerships to make our community even more strong, have a more powerful voice, and have many more earned seats at the table. Let’s celebrate our duality of being 100% American and 100% Hispanic. Congratulations Again, Andre Arbelaez President and CEO Hispanic C-Suite Corporate Council www.hc3global.com
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EDUARDO "ED" JIMENEZ ENTERGY LOUISIANA, LL
JOSE VARELA 3M
VICE PRESIDENT, BUSINESS & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, GLOBAL SERVICE CENTERS
Jimenez is vice president of business and economic development for Entergy Louisiana, LLC. He is responsible for developing revenue growth initiatives and goals and establishing commercial programs and policies that support the annual sales plan including economic development, major industrial accounts, and competitive large residential and commercial developments.
José Varela, previously served as SVP of Emerging Markets and Enterprise Program Management Office. Jose has held various area and global leadership business and functional roles throughout his 34-year career at 3M, at 3M HQs in the USA and at international locations such as Chile, Mexico, Brazil and Hong Kong. Jose holds a degree in Computer Programming, studied Business Administration, and currently completing Master of Science, Computer Science and International Business through University of Cumbria, England.
MICHAEL DURAN 3M
RODOFO ESPINOSA 3M
SVP AND CHIEF ETHICS & COMPLIANCE OFFICER
ASSISTANT TREASURER
Michael directs a team that designs and implements global controls that mitigate corruption and compliance risk, including training and communication, third party due diligence, internal evaluations and audits for compliance risk, M&A due diligence and compliance integration, and the compliance risk assessment process.
Espinoza is an innovative, results-proven finance professional with more than 15 years of global experience in Treasury, Risk Management, Accounting, and FP&A working with cross-functional teams and partnering with business leaders to achieve long term objectives.
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KARINA CHAVEZ 3M
BRIAN AQUILINO A-MARK PRECIOUS METALS
GROUP PRESIDENT, CONSUMER
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Karina Chavez leads 3M’s Consumer Business Group, home to some of the company’s most iconic brands. Throughout her life and career, Karina has lived and worked around the world, with extensive experience leading strategy and operations at 3M. She joined the company in 2008 as a marketing and public affairs manager for 3M Mexico.
Aquilino has been with A-Mark since 2001. Aquilino brings to A-Mark over 25 years operations and logistics experience. Since joining A-Mark in 2001, Aquilino’s strategic thought leadership has had a pivotal role in transforming A-Mark into a global enterprise servicing millions of highly satisfied customers through multiple lines of business.
RAÚL VALENTIN ABM INDUSTRIES
NADEEN AYALA ABM INDUSTRIES
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
CHIEF CULTURE AND COMMUNICATION OFFICER
Raúl joined ABM in 2019 and has served as the people leader. Raúl is dedicated to cultivating a stronger ABM community by growing and developing our people and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is seen, heard, and valued. With more than 30 years of human resources and management experience, Raúl has held key HR leadership roles at Coty, Comcast, and Frito-Lay.
Ayala is a results-driven corporate communication leader who has developed a reputation for creating and executing purpose-driven corporate, executive and external communication strategies that drive key business objectives. She has oversight for our corporate communication strategy and oversees internal communication, media relations, social media, reputation management and corporate sustainability and philanthropy. Prior to ABM, Nadeen spent more than two decades in the hospitality and publishing industries.
THOMAS CASTELLANO ABZENA
RENE G. CASARES ACADEMY SPORTS AND OUTDOORS
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY
Thomas has primary responsibility for planning, implementing, managing, and running of all the finance activities at Abzena.Tom joined Abzena from Catalent where he served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. He has over 20 years of corporate finance and capital market experience.
Casares has served as our Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary since March 2018. He joined the company in July 2013 as Senior Director, Associate General Counsel and served as Vice President, Associate General Counsel and Assistant Secretary from March 2016 to March 2018. Prior to joining Academy Sports + Outdoors, he served as an Associate Attorney at the global law firm, Vinson & Elkins LLP.
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ISA DIAZ ACADIA HEALTHCARE
ALEX QUEVEDO ADP
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, STRATEGIC AFFAIRS
PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES OUTSOURCING
Diaz joined Acadia Healthcare in February 2019. She currently serves as Senior Vice President of Strategic Affairs. In her role, she is responsible for spearheading and developing behavioral health partnerships across the country. Prior to joining Acadia, Mrs. Diaz worked for Universal Health Services, Inc.’s (UHS) behavioral health division for more than 11 years.
Alex Quevedo leads ADP Comprehensive Services, a market leading HR business process outsourcing solution, and ADP TotalSource®, one of the largest Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) in the United States. Prior to this role, Alex served as Senior Vice President of Sales for HRO where he was responsible for leading a team of more than 1,000 field, in-house and channel sales representatives.
JOHN AYALA ADP
BERNERD DA SANTOS AES
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND PRESIDENT, RENEWABLES
Ayala is responsible for service delivery to ADP’s clients around the globe. Leading a team focused on providing an integrated approach to payroll, tax, benefits, and HR, John works to help companies of all sizes work smarter and drive their business forward. Previously, John served as President of Employer Services North America, where he was responsible for driving growth and operational excellence across ADP’s domestic portfolio.
Bernerd served as Chief Operating Officer from 2015 to 2023, spearheading the remarkable transformation of AES’ operations. In his more than 20 years with AES, Bernerd has held a variety of leadership positions and remained passionate about promoting a culture of purpose, safety, collaboration, innovation, and delivering highest standards to customers and communities.
TISH MENDOZA AES
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AND PRESIDENT, NEW ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Falú unites our company’s global operations to accelerate the delivery of greener, smarter energy solutions to our customers and communities. Over the last 20 years, Ricardo has brought his diverse experiences in energy, finance, legal and business to AES.
Tish unites our people around the world with creative strategies and tools to ensure every AES person develops to their fullest potential. Since joining AES in 2006, Tish has initiated holistic transformations to the culture, communication strategies and talent development programs.
JUAN IGNACIO RUBIOLO AES
INES RODRIGUEZ GUTZMER AFLAC
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND PRESIDENT, ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Ignacio has worked at AES since 2001 and in 2022 was named Executive Vice President and President, International Businesses. Under his leadership, AES continues to grow its renewables and natural gas platforms in the region to ensure critical diversification, cleaner reliability and reduce reliance on oil to help our partners achieve their emissions and energy goals.
Ines is an ward-winning, global communications and public relations professional with more than 18 years of broad-based experience in a variety of industries and sectors: Consumer/B2C (Best Buy, Panama Tourism Board, French Tourism Board, Melia Hotels, Procter & Gamble, The Home Depot, Beam Global); Tech/B2B/Corporate (Equifax, Acxiom, IBM, Xerox) and Agency (Burson-Marsteller, Ogilvy & Mather, Ketchum).
GUILLERMO GUALINO AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES
ROSE MARIE GLAZER AIG
VICE PRESIDENT AND TREASURER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES & DIVERSITY OFFICER AND INTERIM GENERAL COUNSEL & CORPORATE SECRETARY
He is responsible for the company's Treasury function, including capital markets, foreign exchange and liquidity management. Gualino joined Agilent in 2011 as assistant treasurer, a position he held until being named treasurer in February 2014. Before coming to Agilent, Gualino was assistant treasurer at Flextronics International, where he held various finance roles of increasing responsibility since 2004. Gualino's previous experience includes work with Ernst & Young, PricewaterhouseCoopers and the Ventana Growth Fund.
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RICARDO MANUEL FALÚ AES
Glazer is responsible for aligning AIG’s global people strategy with the company’s long-term strategic, operational and financial objectives. She joined AIG in 2017 as Senior Vice President, Corporate Secretary and Deputy General Counsel. Before joining AIG, Glazer served in multiple leadership roles in the legal affairs team at Siemens AG.
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JENNIFER SAENZ ALBERTSON'S COMPANIES INC
LUCIANO RAMOS ALTICE USA
EVP, CHIEF MERCHANDISING OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF TECHNOLOGY AND INFORMATION OFFICER
Jennifer has extensive global industry experience and a proven track record of driving growth through marketing, analytics, and product innovation, all grounded in a deep understanding of the consumer. Her career includes 15 years at PepsiCo, including serving as Global Chief Marketing Officer and President, Global Foods.
Ramos oversees all Technology, Product Development, Network Operations and Information Technology for the Company. Prior to joining Altice USA in March of 2023, Ramos led the Network Engineering & Technology Development group at Rogers Communications and before that, led technology and product teams in Latin America for over 20 years.
LISA GONZALEZ ANSELMO ALTICE USA
CARLA CHAVARRIA AMC THEATERS
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, COMMUNICATIONS AND CHIEF DIVERSITY OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES
As Executive Vice President, Communications, Lisa Gonzalez Anselmo oversees external and internal communications activities for Altice USA. In this role, Anselmo is the company’s primary spokesperson and provides communications oversight over the company’s corporate strategy and business developments as well as its telecommunications, consumer and business services and media content offerings nationwide.
Chavarria is responsible for all aspects of human resources including talent acquisition, diversity, equity and inclusion, learning & development, total rewards, engagement, internal communications, human capital management systems, office services, and community relations. Chavarria began her AMC career in 1988 as a theatre manager in Philadelphia.
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SUSANA SUAREZ GONZALEZ AMCOR
ROBERT GAMA AMD
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Susana is responsible for leading Amcor’s global human resources function, with a strong focus on continuing to invest in talent and organizational development as levers for delivering strategy and growth. Gonzalez brings more than 31 years of human resources experience, driving talent and growth in business-to-business organizations. Her most recent role was as Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources and Diversity & Inclusion Officer at International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF).
Gama works with the global human resources team to solve AMD’s most complex people, culture, talent and leadership challenges. With more than 20 years of business and functional experience, Gama is a proven, results-oriented leader with demonstrated ability to drive business outcomes through strategic HR practices.
J.AMERICAN ANDRES ESPINOSA EXPRESS
CECILIA PARDO AMERICAN NATIONAL
CHIEF CREDIT OFFICE
SVP AND CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Andres is passionate about building strong teams, promoting collaboration across lines of business, and developing the next generation of exceptional credit and fraud risk leaders. Andres is a member of the company's Executive Committee, Enterprise Risk Management Committee and is executive sponsor of the Hispanic Executive Leadership diversity network.
Cecilia is an experienced senior HR executive with demonstrated abilities in HR strategy and execution planning, leadership development and succession planning, talent management, organizational design and development, performance management, workforce planning, and talent program design and delivery. She joined American National in 2019.
ESTEBAN SANTOS AMGEN
JASON VASQUEZ APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES
EVP, OPERATIONS
VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES & MARKETING, U.S. SERVICE CENTERS
Esteban is responsible for the Operations organization, which encompasses Manufacturing, Process Development, Quality, Engineering and Global Supply Chain. Prior, Santos was senior vice president, Manufacturing, responsible for operations at Amgen's commercial manufacturing. Santos joined Amgen in 2007 as executive director, Manufacturing Technologies.
Vasquez joined Applied® in 1999 as part of the Company’s college recruitment program titled COMET (Career Opportunity Management & Employment Training). In 2000, he was named Account Manager at the Youngstown, OH service center, followed by Service Center Manager and then General Manager at our Elyria service center. Vasquez joined the Strategic Accounts group in 2004 as National Account Specialist – Automotive.
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GEORGE VILLASANA ASBURY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
MANNY BECERRA ASSURANT
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER AND SECRETARY
CHIEF INNOVATION OFFICER
Since joining Asbury in April 2012, Villasana has overseen the legal affairs of the company and served as chief legal advisor to the Board. Villasana provides counsel to the senior management team and others across the company on a variety of matters, including corporate governance, automotive franchise laws, mergers and acquisitions, securities, financings, human resources, real estate, litigation, and compliance matters.
Becerra was appointed to this newly created role in July 2021, he is responsible for advancing the company’s growth, based on a global innovation agenda. In January 2022, Becerra also will join Assurant’s Management Committee (MCOM). He leads an enterprise center of excellence solely focused on driving market-leading innovation.
THADDEUS ARROYO AT&T
JORDI LOMBARTE AUTOLIV
CHIEF STRATEGY AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
He oversees corporate strategy, corporate development, venture investments and incubating emerging businesses as well as strategic business development and alliances supporting AT&T’s long-term growth. His team is focused on unlocking new opportunities to accelerate organic core connectivity growth as well as pathways to create value beyond connectivity.
During the course of a thirty year career with Autoliv, he has held numerous positions of increasing responsibility. Prior to his current role, Lombarte served as Vice President Engineering of Autoliv Passive Safety, a segment of Autoliv, between April 2017 and April 2018. Prior to that, he served as Vice President Engineering, Autoliv Americas, a division, from August 2013 to April 2017.
DOMINGO HURTADO AUTOZONE, INC.
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, MARKETING AND E-COMMERCE, CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, INTERNATIONAL, CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
Albert Saltiel was named Senior Vice President, Marketing in April 2013. From 2011 to 2013, Saltiel served as Chief Marketing Officer at Navistar International Corporation. He also held other key management roles including President, NC2, a Caterpillar and Navistar company and Vice President, Marketing for Navistar International Corporation. Mr. Saltiel also served as General Manager, Marketing at Sony Electronics.
Hurtado was named Senior Vice President, International in September 2018. From 2001 to 2018 he served as Presidente, AutoZone de México. He was instrumental leading the company’s expansion into México. Prior to 2001, Hurtado was with RadioShack where he held various positions including Director General in México and General Manager in Venezuela.
RONALDO MELLO AVERY DENNISON
IGNACIO WALKER AVERY DENNISON
VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER, LABEL AND GRAPHIC MATERIALS LATIN AMERICA
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER
Walker is responsible for the legal aspects of the company’s global strategy and operations, including corporate policies and strategic planning, shareholder protection, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, intellectual property, risk management, corporate governance and compliance. Prior to joining Avery Dennison, Ignacio served as an associate at the law firm Latham & Watkins LLP.
Ignacio Walker is the senior vice president and chief legal officer for Avery Dennison Corporation. He is responsible for the legal aspects of the company’s global strategy and operations, including corporate policies and strategic planning, shareholder protection, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, intellectual property, risk management, corporate governance and compliance.
MARIA CLAUDIA BORRAS BAKER HUGHES
SANTIAGO VICTOR REDONDO BAKER HUGHES
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, OILFIELD SERVICES & EQUIPMENT
GLOBAL CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER - DIGITAL SOLUTIONS & INDUSTRIAL ASSET MANAGEMENT
Maria Claudia Borras is Executive Vice President of Oilfield Services & Equipment at Baker Hughes and is responsible for leading approximately 33,000 employees and setting the value-creation strategies of the business. Borras has more than 25 years of experience in the oil & gas sector. From 2017 to 2022, she served as Executive Vice President of Oilfield Services at Baker Hughes, and previously served as Chief Commercial Officer at GE Oil & Gas.
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ALBERT SALTIEL AUTOZONE, INC.
Santiago has 20 years of experience as a finance executive in multiple industries and geographies, he is currently the chief financial officer for global operations at Baker Hughes, a GE Company. Santiago`s has a strong and successful track record of commercial innovation, business development.
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SAM GUZMAN BEACON ROOFING SUPPLY
LISSETTE GONZALEZ BLOOMIN' BRANDS
VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF ACCOUNTING OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF SUPPLY CHAIN & OPERATIONS EXCELLENCE OFFICER
Guzman joined Beacon in August 2020. Prior to Beacon, Guzman was the Vice President & Chief Accounting Officer of Liquidity Services, a publicly traded global solutions provider in the asset management and supply chain sector, since June 2018. From August 2016 to June 2018, he was the Senior Director – Assistant Corporate Controller for Orbital ATK.
In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the company’s global supply chain, including planning, sourcing, food safety, and logistics strategies for domestic and international markets. Previously, Lissette served as Vice President with oversight for the Global Procurement and Planning & Forecasting areas. Her leadership helped enhance demand-based forecasting at Bloomin’ Brands, creating a more efficient and agile supply chain.
ANNETTE RODRIGUEZ BLOOMIN' BRANDS
LAURA DE LA CRUZ BOYD GAMING
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CDO & FRANCHISING
REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT, MARKETING
Rodriguez was named Senior Vice President, U.S. Development and Franchising in December 2019, after serving as Group Vice President for Design & Construction and U.S. Franchising. She leads domestic development efforts for Bloomin’ Brands, including real estate, design and construction, franchising, and facilities maintenance. Annette joined Bloomin’ Brands in 2014.
Laura joined Boyd in 2007, starting as Corporate Director of Loyalty Programs. She started at her current position in 2018, where she is responsible for marketing and revenue growth of the 12 Las Vegas Boyd Gaming casinos.
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JORGE ZEMBORAIN BRINK'S
GUSTAVO VIAÑO BRINK'S
GENERAL COUNSEL - LATIN AMERICA, INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
VICE PRESIDENT, GLOBAL DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
Jorge is a commercial attorney who oversees Brink’s legal team in Latin America and the Caribbean, where the company employs about 30,000 people. He also serves as counsel for intellectual property matters worldwide. Jorge previously worked as in-house legal counsel with News Corp./Fox and BP (British Petroleum).
Gus leads Brink’s diversity and inclusion strategy, which is designed to build a more inclusive culture across Brink’s network of operations in 53 countries. He joined Brink’s from PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and previously held senior diversity roles at Cummings, Inc. and McDonald’s Corp.
DANIEL CASTILLO BRINK'S
LAURA HORTAS BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND PRESIDENT, NORTH AMERICA
VICEPRESIDENT, COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATIONS
Daniel is responsible for oversight of the company’s North American operating segment, which employs about 12,000 people in Canada and the U.S. Prior to joining Brink’s, Daniel served as the executive vice president and president, North America at JELD-WEN, Inc., one of the world’s largest building products manufacturers.
Laura started in her current position in 2022. She has over 20+years of success across corporate and brand reputation, media & thought leadership, employee engagement, and executive communications.
CATALINA VARGAS BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB
LUIS VILARIN BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN
VICE PRESIDENT, ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL PATIENT, DATA & PRIVACY LAW (R&D & IT LAW)
Catalina currently leads a team of more than 600 employees working to seamlessly plan and deliver medicines to patients in more than 50 countries around the world. Prior to her current role, Catalina was Chief of Staff to the CEO of BMS where she led important strategic enterprise-wide initiatives. Catalina has an exceptional record of building high performing and agile global teams.
Vilarin is an experienced corporate legal executive with substantial in-house, law firm, and technology experience. Leader of matrixed international teams focused on legal, privacy, digital and data governance, regulatory, integration, finance, tax, and operational matters.
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GERMÁN SOTO SANCHEZ BROADRIDGE FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS
FRANCISCO J. LEON CALIFORNIA RESOURCES
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CORPORATE STRATEGY
PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Germán oversees our corporate strategy function, focusing on partnerships and other growth-related activities. Prior to joining Broadridge, he was President and a member of the Board of Directors for Cloud9 Technologies, LLC, a cloud-based voice trading communications and analytics company. Previously, Germán held key roles at JPMorgan Chase & Co. Strategic Investments, AIC Private Equity and McKinsey & Co. Inc.
Leon has been a part of California Resources Corporation for the past 8 years. He took on his current position in 2020, previously serving as Vice President Portafolio Management and Strategic Planning. Prior to joinng California Resources Corporation, Leon held different positions at Oxy and Occidental Petroleum.
AMELIA Z. MURILLO CARLISLE
ENRIQUE MAYOR-MORA CARMAX
VICE PRESIDENT FINANCE AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
EVP, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Amelia has an extensive career at Carlisle of over 10 years. She has served Carlisle in financial and management roles at Carlisle Interconnect Technologies and, most recently, has led talent management and development initiatives as the Vice President, Human Resources.
As EVP, Chief Financial Officer, Enrique Mayor-Mora is responsible for leading the financial planning, accounting, treasury, internal audit, investor relations, tax, real estate, procurement, and facilities functions for CarMax.Mayor-Mora has been instrumental in driving CarMax’s capital allocation strategy, which has help transform the company from a traditional retailer into a leading omni-channel and e-commerce organization.
ANN ANAYA CENCORA
CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
SVP & CHIEF DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION OFFICER
Executive leader with over 36 years of cybersecurity, network operations & networking, airborne communications & data linking, satellite communications and telecommunications systems experience. Five years working information security management issues for the world's largest retailer and five years in senior staff positions at Pentagon (HQ USAF) and Air Force Network Operations staffs working on the cutting edge of cyber ops, plans, security and technology. Extensive experience in the management and fielding of tactical and fixed communications & electronics and air traffic control systems.
Anaya joined AmerisourceBergen in 2022, she is responsible for driving AmerisourceBergen’s global DEI strategy to enable a more inclusive culture, and foster more engaging environments. Prior to assuming her role at AmerisourceBergen, Anaya spent nearly nine years at 3M, with the past five years as their Chief Diversity Officer and Vice President of Global Inclusion.
LESLIE DONATO CENCORA
KENNETH "KENNY" MERCADO CENTERPOINT ENERGY
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, ELECTRIC UTILITY
Donato architects and leads the organization’s long-term growth strategy and oversees initiatives that aim to diversify the organization’s portfolio through innovative build or buy opportunities. Donato has over 25 years of long-range strategy and healthcare industry expertise. Prior to her current role, she was the Vice President of Strategy at Bayer Pharmaceuticals.
A more than 35-year veteran of CenterPoint Energy and predecessor companies, Kenny is Executive Vice President, Electric Utility. In this role, he oversees the company’s electric business, responsible for leading electric transmission, distribution, engineering and power delivery solutions in the greater Houston area and Evansville, Indiana, where he also leads electric generation.
CHRISTIAN RUIZ CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS
GERARDO FAMILIAR CHEMOURS
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, SALES
PRESIDENT, ADVANCED PERFORMANCE MATERIALS
Christian Ruiz is Executive Vice President, Sales at Charter Communications. He is responsible for all residential and small- and medium-sized business (SMB) sales and retention functions, including Direct Sales, Inbound Sales and Retention call centers, Spectrum Stores, Telemarketing, Digital Sales Center, Strategic Channels, and Retail Partners.
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Gerardo brings more than 20 years of experience across sales, marketing, strategy, product management, and finance. His varied experiences across the company helped shape his leadership style and provides a unique perspective. He is also passionate about producing critical chemistries that are innovative, responsibly manufactured, and play an essential role in a more sustainable economy.
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MARIO MARTE CHEWY
CARLOS LONDONO CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
VICE PRESIDENT, SUPPLY CHAIN
In his role at Chewy, he leads the Corporate Finance, Accounting, Tax, Internal Audit, Treasury, Investor Relations, and functional Finance teams. Prior to being named CFO, Mario was Vice President of Finance and Treasury at Chewy from April 2015, Vice President FP&A at Hilton Worldwide from 2011 to 2015, held increasingly senior Finance roles American Airlines from 2003 to 2011.
Londono is responsible for all aspects of supply chain including direct and indirect procurement, logistics, planning and continuous improvement. Prior to Chipotle, Mr. Londono was the global Vice President of Supply Chain for Owens-Illinois Inc. (O-I), a $6 Billion global manufacturing company that specializes in glass container products for industries such as food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals.
CARLOS LINARES CHURCH & DWIGHT
MARIA MARTINEZ CISCO SYSTEMS
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER & GLOBAL NEW PRODUCT INNOVATION
EVP AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Linares has been Executive Vice President, Chief Technology Officer & Global New Product Innovation since April 2022 and the Executive Vice President, Global Research & Development since June 2017. He currently serves on the board of trustees for TRI Princeton (Vice Chair) and the board of directors for The American Cleaning Institute.
Maria is responsible for the company’s operations and transformation, as well as building high-value experiences for its customers, partners, and employees. Martinez oversees Cisco’s Strategy Execution, Customer Success, Renewals, Customer & Partner Experience, Security & Trust, Supply Chain, IT, Services, and Transformation functions. Maria has more than 35 years of leadership experience from a variety of technology sectors including software, services, hardware and networking technology.
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ALEXANDRA LOPEZ CISCO SYSTEMS
CELSO GONCALVES CLEVELAND CLIFFS
CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER AND SVP
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT & CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Alexandra Lopez is Chief Procurement Officer and Senior Vice President of Global Procurement Services at Cisco Systems, leading the organization responsible for the end-to-end buying ecosystem. She also leads Cisco’s enterprise contingent workforce strategy and the continuous digital transformation evolution across the holistic operation. Prior to Cisco, Alexandra held executive leadership roles at Fortune 500 companies, including Kaiser Permanente and Hewlett Packard.
Goncalves leads the financial organization for Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., with executive responsibility for Finance, Accounting, Tax, Treasury, Investor Relations, and Business Development. Prior to his present role, Goncalves was Senior Vice President of Finance & Treasurer, managing the company’s cash, liquidity, and capital structure.
HECTOR LIMA CLOUD SOFTWARE GROUP
BEATRIZ PEREZ COCA-COLA
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF FIELD AND CHANNEL SALES
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS, SUSTAINABILITY AND STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS OFFICER
Hector Lima is the head all field and channel sales for Cloud Software Group, where he is responsible for managing the strategic customer and partner relationships across the organization’s full portfolio of technology solutions. He was previously EVP and Chief Customer Officer at Citrix, where he has grown his career for more than 20 years across roles in sales and customer experience.
Perez oversees a diverse portfolio and manages networked teams that lead and support the company's business objectives. This includes commitments to global leadership in the areas of environmental, social and governance (ESG). Perez also leads the strategic direction and business performance for the company's retail, licensing and attractions portfolio of assets.
JUAN OTERO COMCAST CORPORATION
MIGUEL S. BENET, M.D. COMMUNITY HEALTH SYSTEMS
SVP, DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF CLINICAL OPERATIONS
Otero leads DE&I initiatives across Comcast NBCUniversal, focusing specifically on governance, public policy, and strategic employee engagement. He also supports integration of DE&I into Comcast NBCUniversal’s community impact initiatives. Previously, Juan served as Vice President for Comcast NBCUniversal’s Federal Government Affairs team.
Miguel S. Benet, M.D., M.P.H., has leadership responsibilities for the CHS PSO – Patient Safety Organization, clinical research, clinical informatics, case management, ED, OR, OB cardiovascular service lines, pharmacy, clinical data science, process improvement and graduate medical education (GME) programs within CHS-affiliated hospitals.
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DEBBIE GONZALEZ (VREDENBURG) CONCENTRIX
ABDON HERNANDEZ CONSTELLATION BRANDS
SVP GLOBAL MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS
VP DEPUTY GENERAL COUNSEL
Gonzales is a seasoned CMO/CBO with a passion for growth who uses a customer-focused vision—supporting Concentrix’ clients’ need for exceptional CX and overseeing Concentrix’ marketing and communications efforts. An inventive expert in developing and executing fresh, leading brand strategies for global businesses.
Abdon Hernandez is Constellation's vice president, deputy general counsel, reporting to Daniel Baima, president, Mexico. Abdon is a member of the legal leadership team.
RENE RAMOS CONSTELLATION BRANDS
EDGAR GUILLAUMIN CONSTELLATION BRANDS
VP EVENTS, SPONSORSHIPS, FIELD MARKETING
VICE PRESIDENT OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Rene Ramos is Constellation's vice president, events/sponsorships/field marketing, reporting to Jim Sabia, president - beer division. Rene is a member of the marketing leadership team.
Guillaumin has experience in the public sector, Edgar served as Director of Investment attraction in the State of Michoacán, where he collaborated in the creation of the Free Trade Zone at the Port of Lázaro Cárdenas. He has more than 15 years of experience in government affairs, lobbying and corporate communication.
NINA MAYAGOITIA GARCIA CONSTELLATION BRANDS
VICE PRESIDENT – DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
VICE PRESIDENT OF COMMUNICATIONS AND CSR, BEER SUPPLY CHAIN MEXICO
Carlos is a recognized leader who understands the demands global leaders face in balancing the need to drive financial and operational performance. In his role as VP of DE&I, Carlos collaborates with and supports leaders across Constellation Brands to drive adoption and execution of its evolved DE&I strategy in alignment with the company’s vision and strategic priorities.
Nina Mayagoitia Garcia is Constellation’s vice president of communications, Mexico, reporting to Michael McGrew, chief communications & CSR officer. Nina is a member of the executive committee for Constellation Brands Mexico and communications leadership team.
JOSEPH SUAREZ CONSTELLATION BRANDS
THOMAS PACHECO CORETELLIGENT
VICE PRESIDENT, INVESTOR RELATION
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Joseph Suarez is Constellation’s Vice President, Investor Relations, reporting to Michael McGrew, Chief Communications, CSR and Diversity Officer. Joseph is a member of the communications leadership team.
Tom drives financial strategy and operations. He works closely with the executive management team to align Coretelligent’s financial planning and execution with both internal objectives and external business needs. Before his tenure at Coretelligent, Tom served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Acushnet Holdings Corporation.
CLAUDINE ADAMO COSTCO WHOLESALE
ALEJANDRO ALCALA CRANE
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, COO - MERCHANDISING
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Claudine took over the current position earlier 2022, responsible for merchandising. Prior to this position she served as Senior Vice President of Nonfoods Merchandising. She has over 30 years experience at the company, where she began in 1992.
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Alex Alcala joined Crane in 2013 as President of Crane Pumps & Systems. In February 2023, Alex was promoted to Executive Vice President, Crane and assumed segment leadership responsibility for all of Crane’s businesses including Aerospace and Electronics, Engineered Materials, Process Flow Technologies and the Regional President’s.
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LESLEY PACHECO CROWN CASTLE
AURA GREENBERG CROWN CASTLE
VICE PRESIDENT, CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE AND MARKETING
SVP DATA & DIGITAL
Lesley joined Crown Castle in 2015, to bring digital marketing capabilities that would educate and influence community audiences, and drive sales growth through demand-generation. Prior to Crown Castle, she ran digital and social media for both clients and ad agencies in many categories - telecommunications, hospitality, pharmaceutical, retail, automotive and healthcare.
Aura Greenberg joined Crown Castle in 2019, and leads the data, demand and digital strategies in support of Crown Castle’s digital future. Prior to Crown Castle, Aura led Data Analytics and Product Management at General Motors. Before that, she spent 14 years as a leader in Product Management, Technology Strategy and Corporate Development at Google and Qualcomm.
DIEGO SOUZA CUMMINS
SANDRA LEAL CVS HEALTH
GLOBAL CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
VICE PRESIDENT, BOARD OF PHARMACY ADVOCACY & REGULATORY AFFAIRS
Diego Souza, Executive Director, Cummins Chief Information Security and Executive Sponsor for Cummins SHPE Strategic Partnership. He takes pride in protecting company data and operational technology from both internal and external threats.
She previously served as Vice President, Pharmacy Practice Innovation and Advocacy at CVS as well.. Leal has had diverse experience as a pharmacist, medical director, public health clinician, and as a board member for various groups including the National Center for Farmworker Health. She is an advocate for humanism in healthcare.
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MARIO RIVERA CVS HEALTH
JOSE CARLOS GUTIERREZ RAMOS DANAHER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, SUPPLY CHAIN
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF SCIENCE OFFICER
Rivera brings more than two decades of experience to CVS Health, with extensive leadership roles driving business transformation globally including in the U.S., Latin America, Asia and Europe. Most recently he led the Engineering & Activation organization for Global Supply Chain and Logistics at Target Corp.
JC is responsible for setting Danaher’s science and technology strategy, supporting M&A and open innovation, and counseling Danaher’s operating companies on innovation opportunities. He leads the Danaher Innovation Centers and the Danaher Scientific Advisory Board. JC has diverse leadership experience across multiple biotech start-ups and pharmaceutical companies. Prior to Danaher, JC served as Global Head of Drug Discovery at AbbVie.
DOUGLAS MILANES DARDEN RESTAURANTS
TOM GARCIA DECKERS OUTDOOR
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF SUPPLY CHAIN OFFICER
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Most recently, Doug served as Senior Vice President, Purchasing, for Darden where he was responsible for Proteins, Beverages, and Food Commodities/Ingredients. He started Indirect Sourcing (non-food areas) in 2014, driving programs in categories such as Advertising, IT, and Restaurant Services. Prior to Darden, Doug served as Vice President, Global Procurement and Operations for New York-based Pfizer.
Tom Garcia joined Deckers Brands in 2009. Tom served as Vice President, Associate General Counsel and Assistant Secretary and Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Compliance Officer for Deckers Brands. Garcia is currently Chief Administrative Officer at Deckers Brands.
JENNIFER SAAVEDRA DELL TECHNOLOGIES
RAY SILVA DICK'S SPORTING GOODS
CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, STORES
She leads the company’s Global Human Resources and Facilities function and accelerates the performance and growth of the company through culture and people. Jenn joined Dell Technologies in 2005 and has held HR leadership roles in many disciplines. Jenn has a Doctoral degree in Industrial and Organizational Behavior from Tulane University.
Ray is responsible for elevating the experiences at the retail stores for Dick's Sporting Goods. Throughout his time at Best Buy, Sliva held various roles in operations and human resources. Most recently, Sliva served as Best Buy's Chief People Officer. Before he served as Best Buy's president of retail, responsible for U.S. sales across all customer touchpoints.
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VICTORIA PETRELLA DOMINO'S PIZZA
KELLY GARCIA DOMINO'S PIZZA
VICE PRESIDENT, ESG
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
Victoria is a global business and marketing professional with over 28 years of experience across business strategy, business transformation, marketing, media, advertising and brand management. Proven track record of successfully building businesses and teams from inception to key company contributors, and strong people developer while delivering strong sales and business results.
Garcia has served as Domino’s executive vice president – chief technology officer since October 2020. He is responsible for providing technology vision and leadership, as well as developing and implementing strategic information technology initiatives that support and improve Domino’s business worldwide. Prior to his current role, Garcia served as senior vice president, chief technology officer – eCommerce and tech innovation.
FRANK GARRIDO DOMINO'S PIZZA
JOANN CHAVEZ DTE ENERGY
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF RESTAURANT OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER
Garrido has served as Domino's executive vice president – chief restaurant officer since March 2023. In this role, heoversees franchise and company-owned operations in the U.S., domestic development, as well as the team responsible for global operations support. Garrido previously served as executive vice president – U.S. operations and support – a role he held since March 2021.
Chávez has responsibility for the management and strategic direction of DTE’s office of the general counsel and advises DTE’s board of directors and senior management on legal and related matters. Chávez also has responsibility for the oversight of ethics and compliance, corporate security, corporate emergency management, and tax. Prior to joining DTE in 2007, Chávez served as an international tax partner for KPMG LLP.
EDDIE GARCIA EBAY
CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
CHIEF PRODUCT OFFICER
Pandos has a successful career of 19 years at DuPont, having held different positions Eddie Garcia is eBay’s Chief Product Officer. He leads the core product organization, with increasing responsibilities. Barbara graduated from Cornell University in 1986 and working at the intersection of product, user experience and technology to create is currently based in Wilmington, United States. next-generation, high-impact customer experiences. Eddie is an eBay alumnus and brings more than two decades of product leadership experience. He rejoined eBay in 2022 from Meta, where he was the Head of Commerce for Facebook’s mobile app and led their marketplace efforts.
HAZZEN MUNOZ ECOLAB
PATRICK CHAVEZ EDWARD JONES
VICE PRESIDENT HUMAN RESOURCES & TRAINING - GLOBAL PEST ELIMINATION
CHIEF PRIVACY OFFICER AND ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL
Munoz is a biingual Human Resources leader with strong business acumen, understanding of business drivers, and knowledge of strategies and tactics required to drive improved performance and sustainable change. He is responsible for setting strategy and leading actions to sustain strong business growth.
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At Edward Jones, he leads the firm's privacy efforts to protect information and data of the firm's associates and clients and, among other things, develops policies and procedures related to preparing for and responding to privacy and cyber incidents or attacks. He also leads the firm's Records and Information Management activities and provides legal guidance and advice to the firm's business areas.
RAMIRO CABRAL ELANCO ANIMAL HEALTH
JOSÉ MANUEL CORREIA DE SIMAS ELANCO ANIMAL HEALTH
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, ELANCO INTERNATIONAL
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, U.S. FARM ANIMAL BUSINESS
Ramiro Cabral serves as executive vice president, president, Elanco International. In this role, he leads Elanco’s international commercial operations. He was most recently responsible for Elanco’s business in Europe, Middle East and Africa. Previously, he served as Area Director for Western Europe. Ramiro brings a lifetime of global experience across diverse portfolios of animal health to his position.
A pioneer of Elanco’s Knowledge Solution business, José brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in commercial, marketing, R&D and regulatory roles.Prior to his current role, Jose served as president of Trouw Nutrition USA. Jose originally joined Elanco in 2000 as product manager for the company’s Rumensin product.
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EDGARDO HERNANDEZ ELI LILLY
TONY DURAN EQT CORPORATION
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND PRESIDENT, MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS
CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
Since May 2021, Edgardo Hernandez has served as Executive Vice President of Eli Lilly and Company and President of Manufacturing Operations. Previously, Ed served as Senior Vice President of Global Parenteral Drug Product, Delivery Devices, and Regional Manufacturing from 2018 until 2021, where he was responsible for global parenteral manufacturing, emerging markets manufacturing, drug-product contract manufacturing, packaging and distribution operations.
uran was named Chief Information Officer in July 2019. Prior to joining EQT, Tony ran PH6 Labs, a technology incubator he founded in 2018. Prior to that, he served as the Chief Information Officer at Rice Energy from January 2016 until November 2017.
JOSE RAMON GONZALEZ EQUITABLE HOLDINGS
VERONICA HEINO ETSY
CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER AND CORPORATE SECRETARY
HEAD CORPORATE AFFAIRS & IMPACT COMMUNICATIONS
González leads the Law Department with responsibility for all legal, compliance, regulatory and governmental affairs. Previously, González was Executive Vice President & General Counsel for CNA Insurance, serving as principal counsel to the Chief Executive Officer, senior management team and board of directors. Prior to joining CNA, González was Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at QBE North America.
Veronica leads Etsy’s global corporate affairs, working with leaders across the organization to drive brand trust and scale awareness about public policy and advocacy efforts as Etsy builds a platform that empowers millions of creative entrepreneurs around the world. Previously, she held positions at Visa Inc. and FleishmanHillard. She is part of Florida Int’l University’s Executive Leaderships Program Advisory Board.
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ELSA FERREIRA EVERCORE
JOHN MOREIRA EVERSOURCE
SENIOR MANAGING DIRECTOR AND CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICE AND TREASURER
Elsa leads the Firm’s information security strategy and is responsible for establishing and maintaining the Enterprise Information Security program and ensuring the availability and protection of Evercore’s information assets. Prior to being appointed CISO, Ferreira was a director in the internal audit and risk management department. Prior to joining Evercore, Ms. Ferreira was a manager at EisnerAmper.
Moreira has worked at Eversource and its predecessor companies for 22 years. He was promoted to the role of Senior Vice President - Finance and Regulatory and Treasurer in 2018. As Chief Financial Officer, he oversees Eversource Energy’s finance, accounting, investor relations, budgeting, insurance, risk management, supply chain, regulatory, real estate and facilities functions.
DAVID DIAZ EXELON
DAVID M. VELAZQUEZ EXELON
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, AUDIT SERVICES
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, UTILITIES OPERATIONS & TECHNOLOGY
Diaz is senior vice president of audit services, a member of the Exelon Executive Committee and reports into the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. He is responsible for managing the execution of Exelon’s audit and controls strategies and activities. Prior to his current role, Diaz served as vice president of finance for Constellation.
Velazquez is responsible for overseeing and improving utility operations to ensure all Exelon’s utilities – Atlantic City Electric, BGE, ComEd, Delmarva Power, PECO and Pepco – are developing and implementing efficient operations and cost-effective systems to meet the current and future needs of Exelon and its customers. Prior to this role, Velazquez was president and CEO of Pepco Holdings, Inc. (PHI) the parent company of Pepco.
LUIZ VASCONCELOS FEDEX
RAMON R. MACHADO FIRST AMERICAN FINANCIAL
PRESIDENT OF FEDEX LATIN AMERICA AND CARIBBEAN (LAC) DIVISION
VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF RISK OFFICER
As President of FedEx Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) Division, Luiz R. Vasconcelos maintains overall responsibility for the region, which includes approximately 24,000 employees in more than 50 countries and territories. n 2018, Luiz was promoted to Vice President of Operations for FedEx Express in Brazil. Prior to joining, he worked at Rapidão Cometa.
Ramon Machado is the Chief Risk Officer at First American Financial (NYSE: FAF). In this role, he is part of First American's senior management team and is responsible for directing the company's enterprise risk management, compliance and insurance activities worldwide.
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ANTONIO FERNANDEZ FIRSTENERGY
VALENCIA AMENSON FLUOR
VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER
GLOBAL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, TALENT ACQUISITION AND MOBILITY
Fernández leads a dedicated team of compliance professionals with a focus on strengthening the company's ethics and compliance function. He reports to the senior vice president and chief legal officer as well as the Audit Committee of the Board. Fernández joined FirstEnergy in April 2021 after five years as chief compliance, NERC & privacy officer of Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG).
Valencia is a human resources leader with 20+ years of progressive human resources experience across industries to include Healthcare, Oil & Gas, Maritime, and Utility. Reputation as a strategic, proactive, creative, and results-oriented business leader.
RICK MINA FOOTLOCKER
ROBERT DELEON FRANKLIN TEMPLETON
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, GENERAL MANAGER, WSS
VICE PRESIDENT, HEAD OF FINANCE EFFECTIVENESS
Over the course of Rick's career, he has maintained a pulse on retail market expansion and in turn has successfully overseen a number of strategic brands and retail partnerships. Before overseeing business operations at WSS, Rick held several executive positions across Foot Locker, Inc. Prior to joining WSS and Foot Locker, Inc., Rick served as a board member and stakeholder president for Active Ride Shop.
Robert is a seasoned finance professional with proven leadership skills, operational finance experience and hands-on management. Over 20 years of continual career growth with a global asset management firm and three years of audit experience in a public accounting firm.
JAIME MONTEMAYOR GENERAL MILLS
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER
CHIEF DIGITAL AND TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
Aldrete is an experienced Chief Marketing Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the retail industry. Strong marketing professional skilled in Digital Strategy, Management, Business Development, Marketing Strategy, and Digital Marketing.
ontemayor leads General Mills digital transformation and strategy efforts, uniting IT, Digital, Data and Analytics and Cybersecurity teams with business partners to drive differentiated business outcomes, advance tech-enabled innovation, and improve speed to market. A native of Monterrey, Mexico, Montemayor joined General Mills with over 20 years of global experience in the technology space, having held leadership positions at Oracle, Booz-Allen Hamilton and PepsiCo.
JANO CABRERA GENERAL MILLS
JOE NEGRON GEO GROUP
CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, GENERAL COUNSEL, CORPORATE SECRETARY
Jano Cabrera is the Chief Communications Officer for General Mills where he oversees the entirety of communications for the company. Previously, he served as Senior Vice President of Corporate Relations for the McDonald's Corporation. In 2005, Jano lived in Baghdad, Iraq and through the National Democratic Institute worked daily with members of the Transition National Assembly on the Iraqi constitution and the historic elections in December.
Negron joined GEO in December 2018 and became GEO’s General Counsel and Corporate Secretary effective January 1, 2019. Prior to joining GEO, Negron has had 30 years of experience in business law and complex corporate and commercial litigation. Negron has worked for several prestigious Florida law firms throughout his career, most recently in the litigation practice at Akerman LLP.
JOSE A. ROSARIO GEO GROUP
PAMELA I. RAMIREZ GLOBE LIFE
CIO/VP
CORPORATE SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, ENTERPRISE TRANSFORMATION
Jose is an accomplished executive with over 25 years of experience in the IT, Information Security and consulting industries. The lead by example and hands on approach allows him to deliver results through the development of tenured teams that foster inclusion and innovation.
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Ramirez is focused in the areas in strategic planning, portfolio management, delivery management, R&D, business development, advanced analytics, innovation, market research, consumer insights, and competitive intelligence. She first joined Globe Life in 2018 when she served as Division Vice President - Enterprise Transformation.
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EDUARDO BRAVO HARLEY-DAVIDSON
LISA A. ALONSO HEALTHPEAK PROPERTIES
VICE PRESIDENT AND MANAGING DIRECTOR, NORTH AMERICA
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Bravo started at his current position in August 2021. Prior to his current position, he has held different positions with increasin leadership over the course of 14 years at Harley Davidson Financial Services. He first joined the division in 2007. Before worked different roles at GE for over 7 years.
Alonso is the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. From February 2018 to December 2019, Alonso served as Senior Vice President – Human Resources. She previously served as Manager, Director and Vice President since joining Healthpeak in November 2014. Prior to that, Alonso served as Director of Human Resources/HR Business Partner at The Irvine Company’s Resort.
HECTOR DE LA BARREDA HERSHEY
LAURA FUENTES HILTON
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF GLOBAL BUSINESS PLATFORMS AND PROCESS OPTIMIZATION OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Hector De La Barreda is responsible for leading enterprise business systems and commercial processes. As a seasoned senior executive with deep operational and general management experience, he guides the strategic direction of ways of working and process optimization for our teams around the world.
Fuentes was appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer in 2020. She joined Hilton in 2013, and has led teams across Human Resources functions including Recruiting, Diversity & Inclusion, Learning & Leadership Development, Total Rewards, People Analytics & Strategy and HR Consulting. Prior to joining Hilton, Laura spent 6 years at Capital One Financial in various roles.
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PABLO BRIZI HILTON GRAND VACATIONS
HECTOR PADILLA HOME DEPOT
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT – U.S. STORES AND OPERATIONS
Brizi is responsible for leading teams of highly experienced human resources professionals who provide strategic business partnerships and consultative talent services across the global business. His oversight as CHRO also includes talent management, compensation, benefits, recruitment, succession planning, & learning and development. Brizi brings more than 25 years of human resources experience.
Padilla is executive vice president of U.S. stores and operations, where he leads the company’s three U.S. operating divisions comprising more than 2,000 U.S. stores. Prior to his current role, he served as executive vice president for outside sales & service and has been growing his career with the company for more than 29 years.
JOSE BARRA HOME DEPOT
JORGE CORNEJO HOWMET AEROSPACE
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT – MERCHANDISING, DÉCOR
CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
He oversees the company’s strategy to provide customers with innovative and exclusive products across flooring, paint, kitchen, bath, appliances, décor, storage and organization. Jose joined The Home Depot in 2017 and previously served as senior vice president of Merchandising Services. Jose brings more than 25 years of industry experience to the company.
Cornejo is VP, Chief Information Officer at Howmet Aerospace since October 2021. Jorge is an IT leader with more than 30 years of experience managing global teams and implementing leading edge technology for Fortune 100 companies in the automotive, aerospace, and defence industries.
CARMEN SAN SEGUNDO IBM
MELISSA FLORES IDEX
GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR, CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Carmen leads Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Communications globally at IBM, leveraging the company's impact and GoodTech message around the world.
In more than a decade with IDEX, Flores has made a significant impact elevating teams and talent across the company. Flores has held a variety of HR leadership roles across IDEX, including leading several enterprise-wide processes and initiatives. Prior to IDEX, she worked in talent acquisition as a Senior Recruiter, Team Leader and Client Relationship Manager.
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LARRY FERNANDES INGREDION
SANDRA L. RIVERA INTEL
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF COMMERCIAL AND SUSTAINABILITY OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, GENERAL MANAGER, DATA CENTER AND AI GROUP / CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, PROGRAMMABLE SOLUTIONS GROUP
Fernandes is senior vice president, chief commercial and sustainability officer. Fernandes manages the Company’s customer-experience initiative globally working to deliver an exceptional customer experience and drive continued growth. In this role, Fernandes manages the company’s global key account program and corporate marketing function. He joined Ingredion in 1990 as a technical sales representative in Canada.
She leads Intel’s development of leadership data center products for a cloud-based world, including Intel® Xeon® and field programmable gate array (FPGA) products. She also drives the company’s overall artificial intelligence (AI) strategy and product roadmap. Rivera joined Intel in 2000 as a marketing director after the acquisition of Dialogic Corp
DARIO GIL INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES (IBM)
SUSANA SUAREZ INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS & FRAGRANCES
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Gil leads the technology roadmap and the technical community of IBM, directing innovation strategies in areas including hybrid cloud, AI, semiconductors, quantum computing, and exploratory science. He is also responsible for IBM's intellectual property strategy and business. Gil is a globally recognized leader of the quantum computing industry.
uarez Gonzalez is responsible for championing the growth and development of IFF people. She leads the creation and implementation of the IFF global human resources strategy across the business lines and works to build talent and organizational capability through IFF’s established Human Capital platforms.
JOSE DAVILA J.CREW GROUP
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER
Verma is responsible for delivering on the Company’s global information technology strategy, the digital technology transformation program and overseeing infrastructure, data, application delivery and end user services across the enterprise. Before joining IFF, he served as Vice President of Global Infrastructure Operations at American Express where he was accountable for global infrastructure operations.
Davila has over 25 years of talent management and brand-building experience, as well as a deep knowledge of the retail industry. He most recently served as Vice President of Human Resources for Levi Strauss & Co., where he oversaw North and South America. Previously, he spent more than ten years at Gap Inc., where he held a series of leadership positions.
ROBERTO FERRI JABIL
GUILLERMO GUERRA JACKSON
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF SALES & MARKETING OFFICER
SVP, CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER AND CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
Ferri oversees and drives global sales, strategy and marketing, developing and executing the company’s value proposition and business models. Ferri joined Jabil in 2001 as vice president, sales. With over 30 years of business management experience in both large contract manufacturing and high-end flexible automation.
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VIC VERMA INTERNATIONAL FLAVORS & FRAGRANCES
Guerra has extensive experience and a history of success in building, turning around and strengthening information security programs. He is a global and strategic leader, who partners with business leaders to enable their digital strategies, create efficiencies, mitigate risks, secure their environment via the optimization of security ROI.
EMILIO PARDO JACKSON
CLAUDIA JARAMILLO JACOBS ENGINEERING GROUP
CHIEF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Pardo is a visionary brand strategist with a proven history of building businesses, developing outstanding strategic partnerships, and transforming brands. More than 25 years of marketing, communications, and business management experience working with multinational corporations, emerging companies, non-profits, and government.
Claudia previously served as Jacobs' Executive Vice President Strategy & Corporate Development. During her more than 20 years in the industry, she has held a variety of leadership and senior finance positions in the Americas, Europe and Asia.Before Jacobs, Claudia worked at Schlumberger, an S&P 500 company with operations in over 100 countries, most recently as Corporate Officer and Vice President Group Treasurer.
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LAURIE VILLA JETBLUE
DANIELLE GOMES JOHNSON & JOHNSON
CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER
CIO
Villa is JetBlue’s chief people officer, responsible for engaging JetBlue crewmembers and fostering its unique culture, overseeing teams such as compensation and benefits; diversity, equity and inclusion; crew relations; values and labor relations; and recruiting and talent management.Prior to joining JetBlue in 2021, Laurie served as senior vice president and chief human resources officer of Spirit Airlines.
Gomes is a dynamic and innovative executive with leadership skills and proven experience on building and managing highly responsive, business focused and growth oriented IT Organizations. Dabielle has over 20 years of Experience in multiple industries including Healthcare, Consumer Packaged Goods, e-Retailing and Finance.
DANIEL PINTO JPMORGAN CHASE & CO.
EVA ANDRES JUNIPER
PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER / CEO, CORPORATE & INVESTMENT BANK, J.P. MORGAN
CHRO/SVP
Pinto is President and Chief Operating Officer of JPMorgan Chase and a member of its Operating Committee. He is also CEO of its Corporate & Investment Bank, an industry leader in investment banking, trading markets, wholesale payments and securities services.Daniel has spent his career at JPMorgan Chase and its predecessor companies.
Andres has responsibility for charting our global people strategy, fostering diversity, inclusion, and growth among our most important asset, our employees. She leads the human resources organization and the Juniper Networks Foundation Fund, which inspires the next generation of engineers and innovators.
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SONIA GALINDO KBR
RODRIGO LANCE KELLANOVA
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, GENERAL COUNSEL & CORPORATE SECRETARY
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN
Galindo joins KBR from FLIR Systems, Inc. (now, Teledyne F LLC, a subsidiary of Teledyne Technologies), a global technology company with applications in government & defense, industrial, and commercial markets, where she served as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary, and Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer. Prior to FLIR, Galindo served as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Rosetta Stone Inc.
Rodrigo Lance is the Senior Vice President, Global Supply Chain. He is a member of Kellogg Company’s executive committee leadership team. Prior to his current role, Lance was Senior Vice President, KNA Supply Chain. He previously served as Vice President, Supply Chain Europe and Vice President, Supply Chain Latin America.
MAURICIO LEYVA KEURIG DR PEPPER
INGRID ESTRADA KEYSIGHT
GROUP PRESIDENT, KEURIG DR. PEPPER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF PEOPLE AND ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER, CHIEF OF STAFF
Mauricio Leyva is Group President, leading Keurig Dr Pepper’s (KDP) hot beverage and coffee systems portfolio, international businesses and the continued evolution of the digitalization of KDP. He assumed his current role in August 2022, after serving as the Company’s President, Coffee. With more than 30 years of broad business experience for a range of multinational companies, Mauricio joined KDP in 2020 as President, International and Business Development.
Estrada is senior vice president and chief people and administrative officer at Keysight Technologies, as well as chief of staff. She ensures effective and efficient internal company operations and directs Keysight’s global policies and programs which include employee development, compensation, benefits, staffing, workforce planning, HR systems, workplace strategies, global sourcing, and indirect procurement.
PAULA S. VAZ RAMOS KIMBERLY-CLARK
NELSON URDANETA KIMBERLY-CLARK
CHIEF STRATEGY & TRANSFORMATION OFFICER
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
As Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer for Kimberly-Clark, Paula S. Vaz Ramos has global responsibility for the company's enterprise strategy and the transformation initiatives designed to accelerate growth and value creation. Prior to joining Kimberly-Clark in 2021, Ramos was a partner at McKinsey & Company. Ramos led the firm's global consumer health practice and played pivotal roles in McKinsey's inclusion and diversity programs.
As Chief Financial Officer for Kimberly-Clark, Nelson Urdaneta oversees Finance and Global Business Services, and is responsible for building a strong foundation of growth and long-term shareholder value to deliver the company’s purpose of Better Care for a Better World. Urdaneta joins Kimberly-Clark after nearly 17 years at Mondelēz International.
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RAFAEL OLIVEIRA KRAFT HEINZ
ANDRE MACIEL KRAFT HEINZ
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND PRESIDENT, INTERNATIONAL MARKETS
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND GLOBAL CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Oliveira has served as Executive Vice President and President, International Markets for The Kraft Heinz Company since December 2021 and served as International Zone President from July 2019 to December 2021. Before joining the Company, Rafa spent more than 15 years in the financial industry, including holding positions at Goldman Sachs.
Andre Maciel is the Executive Vice President and Global Chief Financial Officer for The Kraft Heinz Company. He is responsible for the Company’s global accounting, treasury, tax, internal audit, budget and business planning, investor relations, mergers and acquisitions, information technology, global business services, and Global Center of Excellence functions.
MARCOS ELOI LIMA KRAFT HEINZ
MELISSA WERNECK KRAFT HEINZ
CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, GLOBAL CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER
Marcos Eloi Lima is the Chief Procurement Officer for The Kraft Heinz Company. He joined Kraft Heinz in 2019 and is responsible for leading the Company’s procurement organization globally. Prior to joining Kraft Heinz, Eloi spent 20 years at Anheuser-Busch InBev (ABI) serving in various leadership roles within the company’s procurement and sustainability function.
Werneck oversees the Company's global Human Resources function, which leads talent management and talent acquisition, leadership development, total rewards and recognition, engagement, learning and diversity, inclusion and belonging. She has served in this capacity since August 2016. Previously, she was Head of Global Human Resources, Performance and Information Technology from 2015 to 2016.
GABRIEL ARREAGA KROGER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND GLOBAL CHIEF SUPPLY CHAIN OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, SUPPLY CHAIN
orres has been Executive Vice President and Global Chief Supply Chain Officer since December 2021. Previously, he served as Head of Global Operations from January 2020 to December 2021. He is responsible for the Company's global operations organization, including all areas of manufacturing, logistics, and quality.
Gabriel joined Kroger in 2020 with deep supply chain leadership experience. Most recently, he served as senior vice president of supply chain for Mondelez International, Inc. He also served as global vice president of operations for Stanley Black and Decker and held numerous leadership roles at Unilever, including vice president of food and beverage operations.
GERARDO SCHEUFLER LAMB WESTON HOLDINGS
RICK CORO LANDSTAR SYSTEM, INC.
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF SUPPLY CHAIN OFFICER
VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
Gerardo is responsible for Lamb Weston’s global end-to-end supply chain. Gerardo has more than 25 years of Supply Chain experience, most recently as the Vice President of Global Operations at Mondelez International. Prior to his role at Mondelez, he spent more than 20 years at Procter & Gamble in a variety of roles of increasing responsibility, after starting his career in plant operations.
Coro is responsible for Landstar’s technology solutions, integrations and deployments that drive innovation throughout the company’s vast network of independent freight agents and owner-operator drivers. With his 30 years of technology management experience, he leads all aspects of Landstar’s IT department.
MARCELO CARDOSO LAUREATE EDUCATION
MELISSA DUEÑAS LEIDOS
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING OFFICER
Marcelo oversees operations in Mexico and Peru, as well as the leadership of Laureate’s Academic Quality organization. Prior to his current role, Marcelo held several senior positions within Laureate, including Chief Transformation Officer, Regional Vice President of Operations for Brazil, and Chief Executive Officer of Laureate Brazil.
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Melissa is responsible for Employee, Digital and Crisis Communications; Media Relations; Branding & Advertising; Creative Services; Corporate Responsibility; Marketing; and Tradeshow, Meeting and Event planning. She is the primary spokesperson and crisis response communicator for the company. In addition, she oversees the deployment of the company’s annual philanthropic giving program.
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JOHN TORRES LENNOX INTERNATIONAL
GABRIEL BRUNO LINCOLN ELECTRIC
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER & SECRETARY
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND TREASURER
John was appointed Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary in December 2008. He had previously served as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary for Freescale Semiconductor, a semiconductor manufacturer that was originally part of Motorola. He joined Motorola’s legal department as Senior Counsel in 1996 and was appointed Vice President, General Counsel of the company’s semiconductor business in 2001.
Bruno joined Lincoln Electric in 1995 and has held numerous positions of increasing responsibility in Finance and Information Technology, before serving as Chief Information Officer in 2012. He was named Chief Human Resources Officer from 2016 to 2018 and most recently served as Executive Vice President, Finance before being promoted to Chief Financial Officer in April, 2020.
PABLO MERCADO LITHIUM AMERICAS CORP
DEAN ACOSTA LOCKHEED MARTIN
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
ercado serves as Executive Vice president and Chief Financial Officer of Lithium Americas Corp. Pablo has over 23 years of experience in finance and corporate development in the energy industry. Prior to joining Lithium Americas, he served as Chief Financial Officer of EnLink Midstream, LLC, and prior to that, as Chief Financial Officer of Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.
Dean’s experience spans three decades in journalism and communications in the technology, energy and aerospace sectors. He manages brand and reputation for Lockheed Martin, including financial, crisis, and digital communications, media relations, marketing and social impact. He is on the board of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum and was named to PRWeek’s Power List for two consecutive years.
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JESUS "JAY" MALAVE LOCKHEED MARTIN
ALEXANDER PADILLA LULULEMON
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
SVP CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
Jesus “Jay” Malave is the chief financial officer (CFO) for the Lockheed Martin Corporation. In this role, Malave is responsible for all aspects of the corporation’s financial strategies, processes, and operations. Prior to joining Lockheed Martin, Malave served as senior vice president and CFO for L3Harris Technologies. In this role, he was responsible for oversight of all internal and external financial reporting, and the development of the corporation’s strategic plan.
Alexander has extensive experience as an Information security executive across industries in the US, Europe, South America, and Caribbean. He is a thought leader and frequent speaker on IT security best practices at industry conferences and events.
CARMEN FERNANDEZ MARSH & MCLENNAN
ALBERTO DE CARDENAS MASTEC
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, GENERAL COUNSEL, CORPORATE
Fernandez is responsible for our people strategy and capabilities, to support our colleagues’ growth and our businesses’ priorities. Prior to her current role, Ms. Fernandez held positions within Marsh McLennan for 15 years, most recently Deputy CHRO, CHRO of Guy Carpenter, and HR leadership roles at Mercer.
Alberto de Cardenas has been our Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary responsible for all of MasTec's corporate and operational legal matters and corporate secretary matters since November 2005. From March 2003 to November 2005, de Cardenas was Senior Vice President and General Counsel.
ROBERTO ISAIAS MATTEL
EILEEN CASSIDY RIVERA MAXIMUS
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF SUPPLY CHAIN OFFICER
VICE PRESIDENT, COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC RELATIONS
Roberto oversees all aspects of Mattel’s Supply Chain including Engineering, Logistics and Planning, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Safety and Quality. Under Roberto’s leadership, Mattel has made transformative improvements across the Company’s supply chain, reducing costs and time-to-market while also improving service to retailers. . Earlier in his career, Roberto spent 12 years at Procter & Gamble in various commercial and supply chain leadership roles.
Eileen creates and builds relationships with external stakeholders to shape the company’s awareness and reputation as a leading provider of government services to federal, state, and global governments. Before joining Maximus, Rivera was Director of Government Services at Cerner, now Oracle Cerner, a global Fortune 500 healthcare technology company.
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TABATA L. GOMEZ MCCORMICK & COMPANY
SANDY RODRIGUEZ MCDONALD'S
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER
VICE PRESIDENT OF U.S. COMMUNICATIONS, MCDONALD’S USA
Gomez leads the Global Marketing organization and partners with Regional Commercial organizations and Global Functions to drive growth, build brand and flavor differentiation worldwide, help deliver against Innovation objectives, and accelerate global digital marketing capabilities. Ms. Gomez is a member of McCormick’s Global Operating Committee.
Sandy is responsible for working with leaders across the organization to drive McDonald’s USA’s reputation and brand trust strategy. She serves as central point of contact for local and national community programs as the Brand continues to deepen its connections locally. Prior to joining McDonald’s, Sandy served as Vice President of Communications at Roche Diagnostics Corporation, leading the company’s integrated communications team.
NANCY AVILA MCKESSON
JESSE CORTEZ MCKESSON
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER AND CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
VICE PRESIDENT, DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION, MCKESSON CORPORATION
In this role, Flores is responsible for the company’s technology initiatives including. She plays a critical role in accelerating McKesson’s enterprise strategy by guiding the company’s healthcare technology products and data and analytics capabilities. Prior, Avila served as CIO at Johnson Controls and previously spent 22 years at Abbott.
Throughout his career, Jesse has been dedicated to talent and diversity, fostering an inclusive environment for people and companies to succeed. Prior Cortez was the Global Inclusion leader for HP Enterprise. He has extensive corporate experience in leadership talent acquisition, large scale diversity initiatives and working with non-profit organizations for over 17 years.
JAVIER FELICIANO MERITAGE HOMES
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT , GENERAL COUNSEL AND SECRETARY
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER
Andreano joined the Company in September 2001 and was appointed Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary in May 2012. Prior to his appointment, Andreano previously served as Deputy General Counsel for the Company from January 2009 until May 2012, as Associate General Counsel for the Company from January 2004 until December 2008, and prior thereto as Director, Business Development.
Feliciano has served as Chief People Officer of Meritage Homes since 2015. Prior to joining Meritage Homes, Feliciano previously held leadership positions at Ford Motor Company, PepsiCo, Apollo Education Group, and Valeo. He serves as a board member of the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
GUSTAVO VALLE MONDELEZ INTERNATIONAL
MARIANO LOZANO MONDELEZ INTERNATIONAL
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT & PRESIDENT, NORTH AMERICA
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT & PRESIDENT, LATIN AMERICA
Valle is responsible for leading the company’s $9.7 billion business in the U.S. and Canada. ustavo joined Mondelēz International in early 2020, bringing more than three decades of leadership experience and expertise across Latin America, North America and Europe.
Mariano Lozano is Executive Vice President & President Latin America for Mondelēz International, a global snacking leader evolving the role of snacking with 2021 net revenues of approximately $29 billion. In this role he is responsible for leading the company’s $3B across LA, including brands such as Oreo, Lacta, Club Social, Tang and Trident. He is also a member of Mondelēz International’s global management team.
MARIA A. MARTINEZ MURPHY OIL
JOSE BAYARDO NATIONAL OILWELL VARCO
VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES & ADMINISTRATION
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
She is responsible for all global human capital programs and activities for the organization. Prior to her current role, Maria led all of Murphy’s Human Resources programs for the Exploration and Production business. Martinez joined Murphy in 2010 as Manager, Human Resources with over 13 years of experience in human resources in the oil and gas industry.
Prior to joining NOV in 2015, Jose served as Senior Vice President, Resource and Business Development at Continental Resources, Inc. and spent nine years serving in various roles at Complete Production Services, Inc. Jose brings a wealth of financial experience to NOV having worked both in the oil and gas industry and in investment banking during his career.
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FABIO SOUZA NAVISTAR
FRANCISCO RAMOS NETFLIX
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, SERVICE SOLUTIONS
VICEPRESIDENT OF LATIN AMERICAN CONTENT
Souza is executive vice president, service solutions of Navistar Inc. He is responsible for the Aftersales team, with specific focus on expanding Navistar’s digital strategy. Prior to his current role, Souza was the vice president and general manager of commercial operations at Scania in Brazil. Souza’s vast history in the commercial trucking industry is supported by his involvement in South Africa as a member of the board of Scania Financial Solutions.
Over the course of his career, Francisco Ramos has produced over 50 movies and television shows. In late 2000, Francisco left Aurum Producciones and started his career as an independent producer. From 2009 to 2017, he produced projects for Grupo Zeta’s audiovisual arm. It was during his tenure at Aurum that he started producing movies and television.
PABLO PEREZ DE ROSSO NETFLIX
LUIS CANEPARI NEWMONT
VICE PRESIDENT, STRATEGY, PLANNING & ANALYSIS
CIO/SVP
Perez De Rosso leads the Company's Strategy, Planning & Analysis group across Content, Studio, Marketing, Communications, Product, Partnerships and Gaming. This group is responsible for helping set the strategic direction of the business and making key business decisions through data analytics, financial analysis, research, and planning/forecasting.
Luis leads Newmont’s Information Technology organization and is responsible for driving and overseeing enterprise-wide plans to further realize value from Newmont’s strategic business and technology investments. In his role, Luis has accountability for the digitalization, modernization and standardization of Newmont’s systems and applications.
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CARLOS AYALA NISOURCE
EDUARDO RESTREPO O-I GLASS
VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION OFFICER
VICE PRESIDENT, MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS
Carlos joined NiSource from Honeywell, where he served as Global Director, Inclusion & Diversity. He has extensive experience in diversity & inclusion, marketing, retail and consumer management in domestic and international markets in other Fortune 500 organizations.
Eduardo Restrepo leads all manufacturing operations as well as our Total System Cost efforts across the enterprise. He is responsible for driving manufacturing performance which includes Environment Health and Safety, Quality, Productivity and Cost. Restrepo has extensive experience within the company. After joining in 2004, he has held various leadership positions in Colombia, Ecuador and the United States.
DAVID CENTRELLA ODP CORPORATION
ANTHONY SCAGLIONE ODP CORPORATION
EVP ODP CORP & PRESIDENT ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
David Centrella was named Executive Vice President of The ODP Corporation and President of ODP Business Solutions in May 2022. Most recently David served as Sr. Vice President of FP&A where he also led several key companywide initiatives, including the Separation Management Office associated with the Company’s strategic review of its consumer business.
Anthony Scaglione was named Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer in July 2020. In this role, Scaglione is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company, including financial planning and analysis, financial reporting and accounting, as well as leading investor relations, internal audit, tax, and treasury functions.
RITA RODRIGUEZ OMNICOM GROUP
IGNACIO A. CORTINA OSHKOSH CORPORATION
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER AND SECRETARY
Rita Rodriguez is currently Executive Vice President at Omnicom Group where she leads the multi-agency integration and innovation for PepsiCo. With more than twenty-five years of marketing experience, Rita has a proven track record of transforming major brands and building businesses. Having worked on both sides of the business, agency and client, Rita has a unique mix of strategic expertis. Rita was previously CEO of Imagination.
Cortina is responsible for all legal, regulatory, government relations, ethics and compliance, environmental and sustainability matters for the company. He previously served as executive vice president, general counsel and secretary from 2015 to 2023. He has held various roles of increasing responsibility since joining Oshkosh Corporation in 2003. Prior to joining Oshkosh, he was in private practice in Washington, D.C.
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RICARDO MUNOZ OTIS WORLDWIDE
JONATHAN LEON OWENS & MINOR
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, ENGINEERING
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CORPORATE TREASURER
As Senior Vice President of Engineering, Ricardo is leading the global Engineering function in developing innovative technologies that align with our customers’ needs and will drive the future of Otis. Ricardo brings nearly two decades of experience with Otis and United Technologies Corporation (UTC) – Otis’ former parent company – to his role.
Jon was named Senior Vice President, Corporate Treasurer of Owens & Minor in May 2018. Prior to that, he served as Vice President, Treasurer, after joining Owens & Minor in January of 2017. Before joining Owens & Minor, Jon worked for the Brinks Company for nine years, beginning in 2008, where he served as Treasurer. He has extensive experience in treasury management. Jon earned his degree at the University of Connecticut.
TAMMY GOMEZ OWENS & MINOR
JOSÉ MÉNDEZ-ANDINO OWENS CORNING
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Tammy was appointed Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer, effective July 11, 2022. Previously, Tammy served as SVP, Global Human Resources Centers of Excellence & Human Resources Services for Cardinal Health, from 2021 to July 2022. In this role she was responsible for compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, talent management, human resources operations and analytics.
Méndez-Andino is responsible for leveraging product, process, and material science innovation to accelerate growth for the company. His accountabilities encompass oversight of strategy and innovation across the company’s three major businesses and leadership of enterprise R&D capabilities. He joined Owens Corning in 2012 and most recently served as vice president of science and technology for the company’s Insulation and Roofing businesses.
PAOLA CORRADA PAN-AMERICAN LIFE
VICE PRESIDENT, CORPORATE MARKETING
VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Marta, in her role as Vice President – Corporate Marketing is responsible for maintaining and strengthening the company’s brand as part of a broader strategy to drive sustainable and profitable growth.
Paola is an experienced Chief Compliance Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the insurance industry in a multinational, multicultural environment. She is responsible for the compliance and ethics program on a group-wide basis and serves as the Chair of the Corporate Compliance Committee.
ROSALINA MIRANDA PAN-AMERICAN LIFE
IVAN GUERRA PAR PACIFIC HOLDINGS
VICE PRESIDENT, REGIONAL HEALTH OPERATIONS
VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF ACCOUNTING OFFICER
Rosie has an extensive career of over 13 years at Pan-American Life, where she has held different positions in Operations. Before joining the company, she wasVice President of Customer Service at BUPA Global Latin America.
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Prior to joining Par Pacific, Guerra spent over 4 years at Ascend Performance Materials (Ascend), a global manufacturer based in Houston, serving as their Global Assistant Controller. Prior to joining Ascend, he was a Senior Manager in KPMG Houston’s Audit practice where his clients included public and private clients across various industries.
SHAWN FLORES PAR PACIFIC HOLDINGS
SERGIO BAUTISTA PARSONS
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
VICE PRESIDENT, HR BUSINESS UNIT PARTNERSHIP
Flores has served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer since January 2023. He joined Par Pacific in July 2014, serving in a variety of financial leadership roles. Most recently, Flores served as Vice President of Finance since July 2021 where he was accountable for Par Pacific’s treasury, risk management, financial planning & strategy, and mergers & acquisitions functions.
Over 25 years of experience and successful track record of building and leading HR organizations from the ground up, bolstering employee retention, engagement, and performance. Strategic thinker and thought leader who influences and advises senior leadership as an HR business partner, fueling positive organizational development, growth, and a high-performance culture.
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RICARDO “RICO” LORENZO PARSONS
EFRAIN RIVERA PAYCHEX
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Rico is responsible for the development and implementation of the innovation and technology strategy across the enterprise. He accomplishes this through internal Research & Development (R&D) to all forms of external technology leveraging including commercial technology partnerships, contract R&D, and university partnerships
Rivera has been the senior VP and CFO of Paychex since joining the company in 2011. Rivera was formerly corporate VP and CFO at Bausch & Lomb, a global eye health company. Rivera holds a Doctor of Management degree from Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University. Additionally, he earned his MBA from the William E. Simon Graduate School of Business at the University of Rochester, a Juris Doctor degree from NYU, and a Bachelor of Science degree from Houghton College.
MAYRA HERNANDEZ BERGMAN PEPCO HOLDINGS, INC. (SUBSIDIARY OF EXELON CORPORATION)
LIDIA FONSECA PFIZER
VICE PRESIDENT, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF DIGITAL AND TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
Mayra assumed in 2023 the role of Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Pepco Holdings, Inc., a subsidiary of Exelon, the nation's largest clean energy provider. In this role, Mayra is responsible for enhancing the company's reputation across three utilities. Before joining Exelon in 2020, Mayra was the head of enterprise communications for Lockheed Martin's rotary and mission systems business.
Lidia leads all digital, data and technology products and solutions across the company, including digitizing drug discovery, clinical development, manufacturing, distribution and commercial. Lidia has 20+ years of experience in the healthcare industry. In her prior role, Lidia was the Senior Vice President and CIO at Quest Diagnostics.
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STEVE C DE BACA PHILIPS
MICHELLE FERRARA PINNACLE WEST CAPITAL
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF PATIENT SAFETY & QUALITY OFFICER, ROYAL PHILIPS
VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER, ARIZONA PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY
Prior to joining Philips, Steve served as the EVP of QRA for Cardinal Health, supporting the $185 bn enterprise and was a member of the Operating Committee. Steve brings more than 30 years of Quality and Regulatory Affairs (QRA) functional experience in the medical device and in vitro diagnostic device industry. Prior to joining Cardinal Health as the Senior Vice President of QRA in February 2021, Steve served as Vice President of QRA for Orthopedics and Americas for Zimmer Biomet.
Ferrara is responsible for the company’s information technology (IT) infrastructure, including planning, architecture, development and operations, and for managing the digital challenges faced by a major electric utility. Prior to joining APS in 2021, Ferrara built a 20-plus year career with Exelon. She is deeply experienced in IT at innovative electric utilities, and in leading large operational support teams.
JOSE ESPARZA PINNACLE WEST CAPITAL
JOHN HERNANDEZ PINNACLE WEST CAPITAL
VICE PRESIDENT, REGULATORY, ARIZONA PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY
VICE PRESIDENT, SITE SERVICES, PALO VERDE GENERATING STATION, ARIZONA PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY
Jose Esparza is vice president, regulatory for Arizona Public Service (APS). Based in Phoenix, APS is Arizona’s largest electric company and serves nearly 1.3 million customers across the state. In his role, Esparza provides leadership to APS’s federal regulatory, state regulatory and rates & rate strategy teams.
John Hernandez is vice president of site services at Palo Verde Generating Station for Arizona Public Service Company (APS). Based in Phoenix, APS is Arizona’s largest energy company and serves more than 1.3 million homes and businesses across the state. He joined APS in 2014 and previously served as director, plant engineering, with an operational focus on strengthening reliability and fostering a culture of innovation.
GERARDO TORRES PIONEER NATURAL RESOURCES
KIRK S .SANTOS PITNEY BOWES
VICE PRESIDENT, PERMIAN COMPLETIONS
CHIEF LEARNING OFFICER, HR VP, FINANCIAL SERVICES
Gerardo Torres serves as Vice President, Permian Completions, for Pioneer Natural Resources, a position he has held since September 2015. Torres’ team is responsible for designing and completing the company’s new horizontal wells with an emphasis on ensuring safe, environmentally sound wells that perform at maximum capital efficiency. Torres joined the company in 2005 as an Operations Engineer.
As the CLO, Kirk leads a global, matrixed team of 60+ Pitney Bowes and NIIT L&D & Talent professionals that provide subject matter expertise enabling our prioritized talent development initiatives. The team is aligned both at an enterprise-level and by Lines of Business to their most strategic priorities for a $3B+ Company with ~12,000 professional and front-line employees.
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ANA MARIA CHADWICK PITNEY BOWES
MANUEL CHINEA POPULAR
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
EVP, POPULAR INC & CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER OF POPULAR BANK
Chadwick is Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Pitney Bowes, responsible for the financial operations of the company on a global basis, which includes the treasury, audit, investor relations, and tax functions. Ana has more than 20 years of global experience as a finance and operational executive at GE Capital.
Manuel has worked at Popular for 28 years and has held leading roles in the areas of marketing, sales, product management, consumer lending, insurance, investments, retail operations and business banking. Prior to his current role as Chief Operating Officer, Manuel served as Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Retail Banking Operations.
JORGE GARCIA POPULAR
VINCENT MORALES PPG INDUSTRIES
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICE
García joined Popular in 2005. Before being promoted to his current role as Corporate Comptroller and Chief Accounting Officer, García served as Senior Vice President and Director of Finance and Accounting of Popular Bank, the Corporation’s banking subsidiary in the mainland United States.
Vince Morales is senior vice president and chief financial officer of PPG. He serves on the company’s executive and operating committees. Morales joined PPG in the corporate controller’s office, Pittsburgh headquarters, in 1985. With a long corporate road, Morales added responsibility as corporate treasurer in 2015. He was appointed vice president, finance, in June 2016, and he assumed his current role in March 2017.
FRANCISCO VELASCO PRICESMART
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT - GENERAL COUNSEL, CHIEF ETHICS & COMPLIANCE OFFICE, AND SECRETARY
Laura Santana has been Executive Vice President—Information Technology since March 2017. Santana has served in progressively responsible positions relating to the Company’s IT systems since joining the Company in 1995. Ms. Santana previously worked at The Price Company from 1987 to 1995 in operations and information technology. Ms. Santana is a graduate of the University of San Diego.
Francisco Velasco has been Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of the Company since July 2016 and Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer since October 2016. From March 2009 to June 2016, Velasco served as Division Counsel Latin America for AbbVie Inc. Previously, he held in-house legal roles at Abbott Laboratories, Hanes Brands Inc. and Sara Lee Corporation.
ALBERTO MORALES PRICESMART
VICTOR AGUILAR PROCTER & GAMBLE
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT - HUMAN RESOURCES
CHIEF RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION OFFICER
Alberto Morales has been Senior Vice President – Human Resources since August 2017. Prior to joining PriceSmart, Morales was Head of Human Resources for Latin America at Bacardi. Morales brings over 20 years of experience from multinational companies in North America, including Canada and Latin America; Asia Pacific; the Middle East; and Africa.
Victor leads P&G’s Research & Development (R&D) organization, global innovation program and strategy. He also serves as liaison to the Board of Director’s Innovation and Technology Committee. Victor brings over three decades of P&G experience spanning three continents, across Fabric and Baby Care, Future Works and Corporate R&D.
DIEGO PAREDES PRUDENTIAL FINANCIAL
GONZALO MERINO REGENERON PHARMACEUTICALS
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, EMERGING MARKETS
SVP CHIEF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL
Diego is responsible for financial oversight for Prudential's operations in the region (Latin America, Emerging Asia, China and Africa). Includes financial planning and analysis functions, business development and M&A, management reporting, capital and strategic planning. Before joining Prudential, he held different positions at The Gibraltar Life Insurance.
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Gonzalo Merino, PhD, JD, joined Regeneron in 2013 and now serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Intellectual Property Counsel. He is responsible for protecting Regeneron’s Intellectual Property, including by developing and implementing a comprehensive global IP strategy. Prior to joining Regeneron, Merino was an Associate General Counsel at Columbia University and a patent attorney at Bryan Cave LLP in New York City.
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CARLOS M. NUNEZ RESMED
FRANK LOPEZ RYDER SYSTEM
CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Prior to joining ResMed, Carlos was senior vice president of Medical Affairs at Becton, Dickinson and Company, leading the Office of Science, Medicine and Technology for its largest division. Before that, he was chief medical officer at CareFusion, where he built and led a global team that provided company-wide medical oversight. From 2000 to 2011, Carlos was chief physician executive at Picis, Inc.
Lopez is is responsible for leading Ryder’s Human Resources organization, which includes talent management, recruiting, compensation and benefits, employee engagement, HR operations, and labor relations. Previously, Lopez was senior vice president of global HR operations, responsible for leading Ryder’s field Human Resources for the company’s three business units
JOHN J. DIEZ RYDER SYSTEM
JUAN PEREZ SALESFORCE.COM
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDEN, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
CIO & EVP
Diez has served in various roles for Ryder since 2002, including as President of Dedicated Transportation Solutions, Senior Vice President of Ryder Dedicated, Senior Vice President of Asset Management, Senior Vice President of Global Field Finance, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for the Fleet Management Solutions business segment, and Assistant Controller. Prior to joining Ryder, Diez spent eight years in the audit practice of KPMG LLP.
Juan Perez is CIO and EVP of Salesforce. He is responsible for the global IT organization and leads the company’s internal digital transformation to support growth and scale. Perez’s team supports the integration of new acquisition companies across the Salesforce ecosystem to streamline technology integration processes, and drives global operational efficiencies.
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MARK ESCOBAR SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL
FRANCISCO ARISTEGUIETA SCOTIABANK
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OF BUSINESS OPERATIONS
GROUP HEAD OF INTERNATIONAL BANKING
Escobar is executive vice president and chief of business operations (CBO) for SAIC. In this role he leads SAIC’s Enterprise Solutions and Operations (ESO) organization, which brings together strategy, sales enablement and solution development organizations with business enablement, program execution and infrastructure functions. Collectively, the ESO enables SAIC to deliver transformative mission and advanced technology support to our customers.
isteguieta is a seasoned global banking leader with more than 30 years of international banking experience with major global financial services organizations in a wide range of markets including Latin America, North America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East. He has significant senior leadership experience leading country operations and overseeing business lines that stretch across Latin America and other international markets.
NELLY MOLINA SEMPRA ENERGY
CARINA LOVATO GILLENWATER SOUTHWESTERN ENERGY
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
SVP, CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Molina is a seasoned energy executive with more than 25 years of corporate finance, capital markets and project financing experience and brings an extensive background in the development of energy infrastructure projects in the natural gas and power sectors. She joins CRC from Sempra Energy, where she held various senior finance leadership roles.
Gillenwater is a Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Southwestern Energy. Prior to joining SWN in 2018, she served as Global Vice President of Human Resources at Nabors Industries and Vice President of Human Resources at Smith International / Schlumberger Ltd. Her career also includes a variety of human resources experience, including in areas of compensation, talent development, employee relations, and organizational development.
JOSEANETT SCHUETZ DIAZ-SANCHEZ SPIRIT AIRLINES
MIGUEL ALVAREZ STEEL DYNAMICS
MANAGER, EXTERNAL COMMS
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, METALS RECYCLING
Joseanett is a bilingual award-winning communicator with profound experience in strategic communications, content creation and production. She has10+ years of experience in broadcasting journalism has allowed me to effectively develop interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish.
Alvarez was named Senior Vice President of Metals Recycling in March 2022. Alvarez is responsible for OmniSource’s ferrous and nonferrous metals recycling operations, including marketing, trading, and logistics activities. Prior to that, he served as Senior Vice President, Southwest United States and Mexico.
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GUILLAUME M. ALVAREZ STEELCASE
LUIS E. ROJO STEPAN
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, EMEA
VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Alvarez was appointed to this role in November 2011, Guillaume is responsible for Steelcase’s sales activities in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Previously, Guillaume was vice president of global client collaboration (2009-11), where he managed the company’s refreshed approach to delivering unique value to our customers through a consistent structure and process. Prior to that, he was Vice President of Global Alliances.
Rojo has held the position of Vice President and CFO at Stepan Company since 2018 and is responsible for managing the Global Finance Operations including Accounting, Treasury, Taxes, Financial Planning, Corporate Strategy, M&A, Information Technology, and Investor Relations.
ALBERTO CASELLAS SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
ANTONIO VARAS SYNOPSYS
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, HEALTH & WELLNESS
CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER
Beto is responsible for driving growth for Synchrony’s Health & Wellness platform by providing comprehensive healthcare payments and financing solutions to a network of health and wellness providers, hospitals, and health systems. Beto was born in Puerto Rico and is the executive sponsor for Synchrony’s Hispanic Network.
Antonio leads the Synopsys corporate strategic planning process, fostering an actionable understanding of the market dynamics across the technology value chains, identifying new business opportunities, and driving strategic initiatives to accelerate the company's profitable growth and long-term value creation. Antonio brings more than two decades of investment banking, management and strategy consulting.
RICK GOMEZ TARGET
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF MERCHANDISING OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FOOD AND BEVERAGE OFFICER
Victoria is the SVP and Chief Merchandising Officer of Sysco, the world’s global foodservice leader. In this role, Victoria leads Sysco’s product growth strategy and works to enhance the customer experience through a full line of food and non-food products. Previously, she was a Partner with the Boston Consulting Group advising major retail and consumer goods clients globally, and also built beverage brands as a certified sommelier.
He brings deep retail expertise and more than 20 years of experience managing multi-billion-dollar consumer packaged goods brands to Target’s food and beverage business. Rick joined Target in 2013 as senior vice president of brand and category marketing. Prior to Target, he served as vice president of brand marketing at MillerCoors.
OTAVIO LAZARINI BARBOSA TD SYNNEX
CRIS GOMIDE TELEFLEX INCORPORATED
SVP, SYNNEX WESTCON-COMSTOR LATIN AMERICA
VICE PRESIDENT, GLOBAL MARKETING
Lazarini is responsible for the development and execution of both business strategy and P&L functions across the region. During this tenure, he significantly drove high-margin growth and solidified the company’s foothold in the region. Coming from Brazilian distributor TelSist Informatica, Otavio helped position that company for acquisition.
Cris is an accomplished medical device executive with a proven track record of success in sales, marketing, and P&L management. He had led and motivated teams to achieve ambitious goals in both regional and global markets. Broad market experience in vascular access, interventional and cardiac care, regional anesthesia, airway management, respiratory, surgery, and urology.
CARLOS FERREIRO TELEVISAUNIVISION, INC.
JOSE TOMÁS TELEVISAUNIVISION, INC.
EVP CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Ferreiro has a critical role in integrating and designing a combined organization that can unlock enormous strategic and operational synergies of the combined company. Ferreiro has been an important contributor to the success of Televisa for the last 20 years, currently as Chief Financial Officer and, prior to that, as Chief Financial Officer of Sky, Cable and Iusacell for Televisa.
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VICTORIA GUTIERREZ SYSCO
Tomás oversees strategic support areas essential to Univision’s transformation, including Human Resources, Corporate Communications, Enterprise Technology Services, Facilities/Real Estate and Corporate Security. Most recently, Tomás served as co-founder and managing partner of BrandSparc, a global communications, employment branding and human resources consultancy firm.
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PILAR RAMOS TELEVISAUNIVISION, INC.
GLORIA (MEOLA) LUGO TETRA TECH
EVP, GENERAL COUNSEL & CORPORATE SECRETARY
VICE PRESIDENT, CORPORATE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT
Ramos joins Univision from Mastercard, where she served in various leadership roles during her 18-year career with the company. She joined Mastercard as regional counsel for Latin American and the Caribbean and most recently was executive vice president & general counsel of North America. Prior to Mastercard, Ramos served as assistant general counsel at DIRECTV Latin America and as general counsel of DeRemate.com before that.
Gloria has been with Tetra Tech for 25+ years and currently serves as the Vice President of Corporate Business Development. Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 21,000 associates working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex water, environment, sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy, and international development problems.
RAFAEL LIZARDI TEXAS INSTRUMENTS
RICK GALVAN THE GREENBRIER COMPANIES
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, GREENBRIER RAIL SERVICES
Prior to this role, Lizardi served as the corporate controller. During his career at TI, he has held a number of leadership positions in finance and operations including controller for the company’s High Volume Analog and Logic business and the director of corporate financial planning. Lizardi joined Texas Instruments in 2001 as part of the company’s finance development program after serving five years as an officer in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Rick Galvan has 30 years in the railroad industry at three Class I railroads. Before joining Greenbrier, he was Chief Mechanical Officer at Canadian National Railway (CN), and General Manager of Mechanical International at Kansas City Southern (KCS). Before he Held multiple positions at Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF).
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RICARDO A. BARTRA THE SCOTTS MIRACLE-GRO COMPANY
CARLOS A. GOMEZ THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, AND CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND TREASURER
Bartra leads the global IT function, managing strategy, digital transformation, global applications and infrastructure, budgets, resource management, project portfolios, cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and technology business continuity. He reports on Technology and Cybersecurity to the Board of Directors.
He is responsible for management and oversight of the Company’s global treasury organization, which includes corporate finance, liquidity management, capital markets, financial risk management, pension and investments, enterprise consumer payments, and global cash management. Gómez is also responsible for managing the Company’s relationships with its banking partners and the credit rating agencies.
HORACIO GUTIERREZ THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
LUIS F. MACHADO TOPBUILD
SENIOR EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, GENERAL COUNSEL AND CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER
VICE PRESIDENT, GENERAL COUNSEL & SECRETARY
In this role, Gutierrez serves as the chief legal officer of the Company, overseeing its team of attorneys responsible for all aspects of Disney’s legal affairs around the world, and acting as a strategic advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Directors. Before joining Gutierrez most recently served as Head of Global Affairs and Chief Legal Officer for Spotify.
Luis joined TopBuild in August 2020 as General Counsel and Secretary. Most recently, Luis served as Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of CTS Corporation. Prior to joining CTS in 2015, Luis held positions as Senior Vice President, Legal, and Assistant Secretary at L Brands, Inc., as Associate General Counsel, Corporate and Assistant Secretary of Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company, as Senior Counsel with Diversey, Inc., and as an associate with the Altheimer & Gray law firm.
RODRIGO RUBIANO TRANSDIGM GROUP
ILIA S. RODRIGUEZ TRIPLE-S MANAGEMENT
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
CHIEF TALENT AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES OFFICER
Rodrigo joined TransDim Group in February 2018. He has held his current position since August 2021. Previously he held different positions at AMETEK, most recently serving as Division Vice President and Business Unit Manager- Micro Poise.
Rodriguez is Chief Talent and Administrative Services Officer Triple-S Management Corp. since 2021 and she served as Chief Human Resources Officer since 2018. She has extensive experience in organizational design, culture change and talent development, at Doral Financial, Popular, Merck and Ferring Pharmaceuticals.
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IVELISSE M. FERNANDEZ TRIPLE-S MANAGEMENT
CARLOS L. RODRÍGUEZ-RAMOS TRIPLE-S MANAGEMENT
CHIEF GROWTH AND CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE OFFICER
CHIEF LEGAL COUNSEL & COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Fernandez previously served as the Chief Administrative Officer of MMM and SVP of Human Resources at Banco Popular. She has a BA from the University of Puerto Rico, a master’s degree in Labor and Human Resources Management from Ohio State University and an MBA from Indiana University.
Rodriguez-Ramos is Chief Legal Counsel & Compliance Officer since 2021. Also, Chief Legal Counsel and Corporate Secretary since January 2016. He joined Triple-S in 2013 as Associate General Counsel. Previously, he was Deputy Chief of Staff for the Governor of Puerto Rico.
JOSÉ NOVOA LOYOLA TRIPLE-S MANAGEMENT
JORGE CASADO TUTOR PERINI
CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER
VICE PRESIDENT, INVESTOR RELATIONS & CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS
Loyola previously served as Medical Director of the Cardiovascular Center of Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, as well as head of its cardiology department. He is certified by the Board of Cardiovascular Disease and the American Board of Internal Medicine. He studied medicine at the University of Puerto Rico and completed training in echocardiography at the Mayo Clinic
Casado is a seasoned finance and investor relations executive responsible for planning and executing Tutor Perini's comprehensive IR program, with a goal of promoting increased investor understanding and interest in the Company. Prior to his current position, Mr. Casado worked at Tetra Tech (NASDAQ: TTEK), where he served in various operational, financial, and project management positions of increasing responsibilities.
ILDEFONSO SILVA TYSON FOODS
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS, DESERT MECHANICAL, INC.
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT BUSINESS SERVICES AND DIGITAL ENABLEMENT
Armando started working with Desert Mechanical Inc. in 2017. Before joining the company, he worked at Limbach as Operations Manager from 2010-2017. Prior, he held the position of Senior Project Manager at ACCO Engineered Systems from 2005-2010.
In this role, he focuses on centralizing the company’s efforts to leverage data and analytics to enhance the customer experience, accelerate innovation and elevate digital capabilities to move with the speed and demands of the consumer. In addition, he leads our supply chain, continuous improvement, engineering, warehousing and transportation.
SEBASTIEN REYES U-HAUL HOLDING COMPANY
ELCIO BARCELOS U. S. BANCORP
VP, HEAD OF COMMUNICATIONS AND INVESTOR RELATIONS
SEVP & CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
Sebastien Reyes is a respected strategist, board member and business leader with a breadth of experience working with public companies, nonprofits and family businesses. In his position he supports over 23,000 retail locations serving millions of customers annually. He is considered one of the top executives in the industry, including recognition as "Communications and PR Executive of the Year" in 2021.
Elcio has served in this position since joining U.S. Bancorp in September 2020. Previously, he served as Senior Vice President and Chief People and Places Officer of the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae). Prior, Elcio served as Senior Vice President and Head of Human Resources for the Enterprise Services business of Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company.
ALISHA REAL UNITED NATURAL FOODS
ALFREDO BARQUIN UNITED RENTALS
VICE PRESIDENT, ESG AND SOCIAL IMPACT
VICE PRESIDENT, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Alisha Real leads UNFI’s social and environmental impact programs. In 2018, she was appointed as the Executive Director of the UNFI Foundation. She has been involved with the Foundation in various capacities since 2013. In her time at UNFI, Alisha has evolved UNFI’s giving strategy so that the associates can be more actively involved.
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ARMANDO ESTRADA TUTOR PERINI
Barquin joined United Rentals in January from SWM International, a global manufacturer of engineered industrial performance materials. He most recently served as chief growth officer of SWM, following roles as general manager and CEO of company subsidiaries and vice president, corporate development. Previously, during an 11-year tenure with GE Energy (now GE Power).
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LISA IGLESIAS UNUM GROUP
JULIA RENDON REINHART VALERO ENERGY
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, GENERAL COUNSEL
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
As the general counsel, Iglesias has overall responsibility for the legal affairs of the corporation, and heads a team of lawyers handling transactions, finance, and investments, SEC reporting, corporate governance, regulatory mattera, compliance, privacy, government affairs and litigation. She also oversees the company's Enterprise Audit and Corporate Services functions.
Julia is responsible for Valero’s human resources operations companywide as well as well as global security, facilities, and administrative services. She joined Valero in December 2006 as Managing Counsel-Labor & Employment. Prior to joining Valero, Reinhart served as a Partner in the law firm of Bracewell & Giuliani LLP.
STEPHANIE ZAPATA MOORE VISTRA ENERGY
RAFAEL CARRASCO WASTE MANAGEMENT
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, GENERAL COUNSEL, AND CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, OPERATIONS
Previously, Moore served as vice president and general counsel of Luminant, a competitive power generation subsidiary of Vistra. Prior to joining Luminant in 2005, Moore was an associate at Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP (now Foley & Lardner LLP) in the corporate and securities practice group, where she focused on mergers and acquisitions and private securities offerings.
As Senior Vice President, Operations, Rafael “Rafa” Carrasco has responsibility for all operations in the eastern part of North America, including oversight of collection, disposal, recycling and landfills. He is a member of the Company’s senior leadership team, led by Jim Fish, President and Chief Executive Officer. Carrasco formerly served as Area Vice President for WM of the Greater Mid Atlantic.
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ANA MENENDEZ WATSCO
RUBEN BARRALES WELLS FARGO
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER & TREASURER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENT
Ana has served as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since November 2003, as Treasurer since 1998, and as Assistant Secretary since 1999. She is a certified public accountant. Ana supervises all financial and accounting aspects of the Company, including taxes, risk management, benefits, treasury and cash management, the Company's system of internal control and other compliance activities.
Barrales is former White House Deputy Assistant to the President & Director of White House Intergovernmental Affairs, elected official, and chief executive officer for nonprofit and business advocacy organizations. A supporter of diversity, inclusion and public policy that expands economic opportunity for all.
ROBERTO H. CAMPOS WHIRLPOOL
CHANO FERNANDEZ WORKDAY
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, GLOBAL PRODUCT ORGANIZATION & STRATEGIC SOURCIN
CO-CEO
Roberto Holthausen Campos joined Whirlpool Corporation in 2016 as Senior Vice President of the Global Product Organization – Product Platforms, where he led the team responsible for developing and executing home appliance product development plans. In 2017, Roberto was named leader of the overall Global Product Organization. In this role, Roberto is responsible for all product development activity driving cutting-edge consumer-focused design.
Fernandez is co-CEO at Workday, and is responsible for the entire customer relationship. He is also a member of the company’s board of directors. Previously, Chano served as co-president, and before that served as executive vice president of global field operations, and as president of EMEA and APJ.
FERNANDO CASADEVALL WORLD KINECT CORPORATION
AMY QUINTANA AVALOS WORLD KINECT CORPORATION
CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF CORPORATE COUNSEL AND CORPORATE SECRETARY
Casadevall has served in the CHRO role since January 2019 and is responsible for all human resources (HR) responsibilities including compensation, benefits, recruitment, talent, HR services, and corporate security. Prior to WFS, he served as CHRO for Qatar Airways (QA), one of the largest airlines in the world with operations in 75+ countries and more than 50,000 employees.
Amy is responsible for securities, finance, and corporate governance, and oversees compliance, labor and employment, strategic transactions, and acquisitions. Quintana is also driving the company’s sustainability and ESG initiatives, including environmental, health and safety, diversity, and social responsibility. Prior to joining World Fuel Services, she served as an associate at Greenberg Traurig.
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JOSE MIGUEL TEJADA WORLD KINECT CORPORATION
JEANNETTE FERRAN ASTORGA ZOETIS
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF ACCOUNTING OFFICER
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CORPORATE AFFAIRS, COMMUNICATIONS AND CHIEF SUSTAINABILITY OFFICER
Tejeda is responsible for overseeing the Company’s global accounting, income tax, regulatory and financial reporting, market risk, and corporate finance functions. Prior to joining World Fuel Services, he served as the Head of Finance, Americas for Noble Group Limited. Before Noble Group, he worked for nine years at Constellation Energy, Inc. in various controller and financial planning and analysis roles.
Ferran Astorga is responsible for advancing global visibility for Zoetis, leading the integrated approach to public policy, social responsibility, colleague and leadership communications, and environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy. She joined Zoetis in 2020 as the company’s first Head of Sustainability.
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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERS & PRESIDENTS 2023 This is the list of Latinos at the top of the top. Leaders who are Chief Executive Officers & Presidents of largest companies & beyond. They are the best positioned Latino executives and represent a great example and a flagship of what diversity in Corporate America means today.
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JEFF ALVAREZ
JUDITH TALAVERA
1POINTFIVE SEQUESTRATION PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER
AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, AEP TEXAS
Jeff Alvarez is President of 1PointFive Sequestration. Previously he served as Vice Pres- Judith E. Talavera is president and chief operating officer for AEP Texas, responsible ident of Investor Relations for Oxy. Before Oxy, he served as President and General for the company's operations in south and west Texas. At AEP Texas, we're improving Manager – Permian Resources, Texas Delaware Basin. our customers' experience, strengthening communities and energizing our employees to create a brighter future together. Previously, she was director of Regulatory Services for AEP Texas since November 2008. Talavera began her career with AEP in 2000 as manager of Governmental Affairs for AEP Texas. Before joining AEP, Talavera worked in a number of legislative positions
RICHARD GONZALEZ
ABBVIE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Richard A. Gonzalez is Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of AbbVie, a company that employs approximately 50,000 people worldwide and markets medicines in more than 175 countries. Prior to AbbVie’s separation from Abbott in January 2013, Gonzalez was a 30-year Abbott veteran. He served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Abbott before briefly retiring in 2007. Gonzalez has been a long-standing leader in the greater Chicago community where he is a member of the Commercial Club of Chicago.
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MIKE YBARRA
ACTIVISION BLIZZARD PRESIDENT, BLIZZARD ENTERTAINMENT
Mike Ybarra was named a leader of Blizzard Entertainment in August 2021 and has served as its President since February 2022. In this role, Mike oversees development and operations. Prior to his current role, Mike served as Executive Vice President & General Manager of Platform and Technology at Blizzard, where he was responsible for a 1400-person organization across Platform and Development Services. Prior to joining Blizzard, Mike spent 22 years at Microsoft.
ANDRÉS GLUSKI
AES PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Under Andrés’ leadership, AES became a world leader in innovating and adopting new technologies that enable our customers to meet their business objectives, including establishing AES as the world leader in energy storage. He led AES to establish its aggressive carbon reduction strategy in 2018 to show the company’s commitment to creating a sustainable climate future, making AES the first publicly-traded US energy company to issue a climate report that complies with recommendations from the Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures.
DAVID DE LEON
ALLIANT ENERGY PRESIDENT – ALLIANT ENERGY’S WISCONSIN ENERGY COMPANY AND SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT – OPERATIONS
De Leon has two leadership roles at Alliant Energy Corporation. He is President of Alliant Energy’s Wisconsin energy company and Senior Vice President of Operations. He joined the company in 1987 as a thermal performance engineer. Throughout his career, David has focused on improving, maintaining and constructing the company’s operating assets. Outside of work, David volunteers for various activities to help strengthen the communities Alliant Energy customers and employees live and work in.
JUAN LUCIANO
ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, PRESIDENT, CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Juan R. Luciano is chairman of the board of directors, president and chief executive officer of ADM. Luciano joined ADM in 2011 as executive vice president and chief operating officer. He was named president in February 2014, and in January 2015 became the ninth chief executive in ADM’s 112-year history. He became chairman of the board in January 2016. Before joining ADM, Luciano had a successful 25-year tenure at The Dow Chemical Company, where he last served as executive vice president and president of the Performance division.
DOMINGO LASTRA ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND PRESIDENT, LATIN AMERICA
Domingo Lastra is president, Latin America, for ADM and a member of the company’s Executive Council. In that position, he has oversight of all of ADM’s business activities in that region. Since joining ADM in 1994, Lastra has held a range of merchandising, operations and logistics leadership roles. Prior to his current position, he was vice president, Integration and Strategy. Lastra holds a bachelor’s degree in agricultural engineering from the University of Belgrano in Argentina, and a master’s degree in agricultural economics from the University of Illinois.
ANTONIO CARRILLO
ARCOSA PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
From April 2018 until November 2018, Carrillo served as the Senior Vice President and Group President of Construction, Energy, Marine, and Components of Trinity Industries, Inc. From 2012 to February 2018, Carrillo served as the Chief Executive Officer of Orbia Advance Corporation, a publicly-traded global specialty chemical company. Prior to joining Orbia, Carrillo spent 16 years at Trinity Industries, Inc. where he served as Senior Vice President and Group President of Trinity’s Energy Equipment Group and was responsible for Trinity’s Mexico operations.
GUILLERMO NOVO
ASHLAND GLOBAL HOLDINGS CHAIRMAN AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Novo joined Ashland’s Board of Directors in May 2019 and he became Chief Executive Officer of Ashland December 31, 2019. Previously he was the President and Chief Executive Officer of Versum Materials and a member of its Board of Directors. He joined Air Products in 2012 as Senior Vice President Electronics, Performance Materials, Strategy and Technology. Prior to Air Products, he was employed by Dow Chemical Company where he most recently served as group vice president, Dow Coating Materials.
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JEFF D. MARTINEZ
ATMOS PRESIDENT OF THE MID-TEX DIVISION
Jeff has held the current position since 2020. In March 2018, Jeff was named vice president of customer service organization. Prior, Jeff served as vice president of operations in the Mid-Tex Division of Atmos Energy. In his 21 years with the Company, he has held positions in strategic management, engineering and operations. He has been active in a number of community organizations including Big Brothers –Big Sisters and the Fort Worth Diocesan School Advisory Council, as well as American Gas Association and Southern Gas Association committees.
CARLOS RODRIGUEZ AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING PRESIDENT, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Appointed in 2011, Carlos serves as ADP’s sixth CEO since its 1949 founding. A recognized leader in the HCM industry, Carlos has led the global tech company through significant shifts in the world of work including the impacts of digital transformation. Under his leadership, the company has accelerated its transition from payroll processor to HCM innovator, leveraging its vast workforce data and technology investments to design a better workplace experience. He joined the Microsoft board as an independent director in November 2021.
AUTOMATIC DATA PROCESSING PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES OUTSOURCING
Alex Quevedo is President of Human Resources Outsourcing (HRO). Alex and his team are focused on helping small and mid-sized businesses manage their most important resource, their people, while providing tools to attract and retain top talent, mitigate employment risk, gain operational efficiencies, and control cost.Prior to this role, Alex served as Senior Vice President of Sales for HRO where he drove growth and market leadership for ADP’s TotalSource and Comprehensive Services solutions.
RAUL ANAYA
BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON HOLDING PRESIDENT, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Since 2012, Horacio has led a strategic transformation of the firm, investing in innovation, advanced technology, and highly skilled talent, and reshaping its portfolio toward mission-critical, high-margin solutions. He joined Booz Allen in 1992 as a consultant to commercial clients, was elected vice president in 1999, and served as chief personnel officer, chief strategy and talent officer, and president and chief operating officer before becoming CEO. He also is a member of the firm’s Board of Directors.
ERNIE GARCIA, III
CARVANA PRESIDENT, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND CHAIRMAN
Ernie Garcia, III co-founded Carvana and has served as our President and Chief Executive Officer since our inception in 2012. Garcia is also Chairman of the Carvana Co. Board. Prior to founding Carvana, Garcia held various roles at the DriveTime Automotive Group, Inc. from January 2007 to January 2013. From November 2009 until January 2013, he served as a Vice President and Treasurer and Director of Quantitative Analytics. Garcia holds a B.S. in Management Science and Engineering from Stanford University.
DARREN REBELEZ
CASEY'S GENERAL STORES PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Darren Rebelez is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Casey’s General Stores, Inc. in Ankeny, Iowa since 2019. He brings a wealth of experience as a senior executive in the convenience store and restaurant industries. Prior to joining Dine Brands, Darren was employed by 7-Eleven, Inc, as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Before 7-Eleven, Darren held numerous management roles within ExxonMobil, and before that, at Thornton Oil Corporation.
CEO & PRESIDENTS
ALEX QUEVEDO
HORACIO D. ROZANSKI
VALMIR FERNANDES
BANK OF AMERICA CORP. PRESIDENT, BUSINESS BANKING
CINEMARK HOLDINGS PRESIDENT OF INTERNATIONAL
Raul A. Anaya is president of Business Banking, one of Bank of America’s eight lines of business, and is a member of the company’s executive management team. He leads a nationwide team that serves mid-sized U.S.-based companies with annual revenues between $5 million and $50 million, by delivering strategic financial advice and solutions to help companies grow, improve cash flow and invest for the future. In addition to his responsibilities as president of Business Banking, Anaya serves as president of Bank of America for Greater Los Angeles.
JOSE ALMEIDA
BAXTER INTERNATIONAL CHAIRMAN, PRESIDENT, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
José (Joe) E. Almeida is chairman, president and chief executive officer of Baxter International Inc. Almeida assumed his current responsibilities at Baxter in January 2016. He is now leading the company through a period of dynamic evolution and innovation, powered by Baxter's mission to save and sustain lives and vision to transform healthcare. Before joining Baxter, Almeida served as chairman, president and CEO of Covidien plc from 2012 to 2015, and as president and CEO from 2011 to 2012.
Valmir Fernandes has served as our President of Cinemark International, L.L.C. since March 2007 and has been with Cinemark for more than 20 years. He has previously hed different position at Arthur D. Little from 1991 to 1995, and Dow Chemical from 1983 to 1990.
ERNESTO TORRES CANTU CITIGROUP HEAD OF INTERNATIONAL
Prior to his current role, Ernesto served as CEO of Citibanamex from 2014 to 2019. He also served as CEO of Citibanamex Consumer Banking from 2012 to 2014 and in 2006 was appointed President of the Retail Bank in Mexico. Ernesto joined Citibanamex in 1989 as a Corporate Banker. Ernesto holds a degree in industrial engineering from the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey and holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Georgia State University in Atlanta. He serves as Chairman of the Board of Tecnológico de Monterrey.
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JUAN PABLO ZAMORANO COLGATE-PALMOLIVE PRESIDENT, COLGATE-LATIN AMERICA
JP Zamorano became President, Latin America, in 2019, deploying his extensive experience in navigating changing macroeconomic conditions for continued growth. Previously he served as President, North America, where he strengthened the Colgate brand and pursued promising omnichannel marketing and advertising opportunities. JP joined Colgate Colombia in 1990 as a product manager and progressed through marketing and management roles of increasing responsibility across Oral Care, Personal Care and Home Care, leading teams throughout Latin America, North America and Asia. JP earned his Engineering degree from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana.
ANTONIO VALENCIA
DANA PRESIDENT, POWER TECHNOLOGIES AND GLOBAL ELECTRIFICATION
Valencia serves as president of Power Technologies (PT) and Global Electrification, where he works closely with Dana’s other business units and engineering. Antonio also leads Dana’s electrification strategy as the only supplier of a fully integrated electrified system across all mobility markets. Antonio joined Dana in 2012 as director of operational excellence for the Asia Pacific region, based in Shanghai, China. Before coming to Dana, Antonio worked in a number of operational and business leadership positions.
CEO & PRESIDENTS
RICK CARDENAS
DARDEN RESTAURANTS PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Rick was unanimously elected in Dec 2021 to become the fourth President and Chief Executive Officer of Darden Restaurants effective May 30, 2022. A 34-year veteran of the company began his career with Darden as a busser. Rick has a bachelor’s degree in Finance & Accounting from the University of Central Florida, an MBA from The Amos Tuck School of Business Administration at Dartmouth College and is a Certified Public Accountant. He currently serves on the board of Tractor Supply Company.
OCTAVIO MARQUEZ
DIEBOLD NIXDORF PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Octavio Marquez currently serves Diebold Nixdorf as president and chief executive officer. In this role, he is responsible for driving the organization's global strategies and performance to enable secure, software-defined connected commerce and related services across the financial and retail industries. Marquez has more than 25 years of leadership experience in the banking, technology and IT sectors. Most recently, he led Diebold Nixdorf’s Global Banking business.
GUILLERMO BRISEÑO DONALDSON PRESIDENT, INDUSTRIAL SOLUTIONS
Guillermo Briseño is President, Industrial Solutions and joined the company in 2003. During his tenure, he has held positions of increasing responsibility across the organization, most recently Vice President, Latin America. He holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture and science from Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México and an MBA from Instituto Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey.
PEDRO PIZARRO
EDISON INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Pedro J. Pizarro is president and chief executive officer of Edison International, the parent company of Southern California Edison, one of the nation’s largest electric utilities. Edison International is also the parent company of Edison Energy, a portfolio of competitive businesses providing commercial and industrial customers with energy management and procurement services. Pizarro is a member of Edison International’s board of directors and serves on a number of industry-related boards.
DEANNA RODRIGUEZ
ENTERGY PRESIDENT & CEO, ENTERGY NEW ORLEANS
Deanna oversees the company’s electric distribution system, safety, financial performance, customer service, resource planning, economic development, charitable contributions, employee development, and regulatory and governmental affairs. Rodriguez, a 28-year veteran of Entergy, previously served a vice president of regulatory and public affairs at Entergy Texas, Inc. Prior to that, she was vice president of regulatory affairs for Entergy New Orleans, where she worked closely with the New Orleans City Council to launch the first Energy Smart program.
ELICER "ELI" VIAMONTES ENTERGY CHAIRMAN, PRESIDENT & CEO ENTERGY TEXAS
Viamontes is responsible for the company’s safe and reliable service, financial performance, customer service, regulatory and public affairs, resource planning, economic development programs, and charitable contributions. Before assuming his current role in November 2021, Viamontes served as vice president, utility distribution operations for Entergy Corporation. Viamontes has 19 years of experience leading and working in customer-centric initiatives. Prior to joining Entergy, Viamontes served at Florida Power & Light Company.
PABLO VEGAS ERCOT PRESIDENT AND CEO
Pablo Vegas joined ERCOT in October 2022 as President and CEO. He has a long history of service in both the electric and gas industries. Prior to ERCOT, Mr. Vegas was Executive Vice President of NiSource, and Group President of NiSource Utilities. He served as a versatile executive at NiSource for six years. Prior to joining NiSource, Mr. Vegas held a variety of senior executive positions with American Electric Power. Before his career in the regulated utility industry, Mr. Vegas served in senior leadership positions with IBM, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Andersen Consulting.
JUAN C. BIANCHI
EURONET WORLDWIDE EXECUTIVE VP AND CEO, MONEY TRANSFER SEGMENT
Juan is responsible for the financial and operational performance of the segment in addition to driving the global strategy for the money transfer division. Prior to the acquisition, Juan served as the CEO of Ria and has spent his entire career at either Ria or AFEX Money Express, a money transfer company purchased by Ria’s founders. Juan has more than 15 years of experience in the money transfer industry. He began his career at AFEX in Chile in 1992 and in 1996, he moved to the U.S. to join AFEX USA’s operations.
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RUBEN MENDOZA
FOUNDATION BUILDING MATERIALS PRESIDENT, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Mendoza is the founder, President and Chief Executive Officer at FBM and has 25 years of industry experience. Prior to founding our company in 2011, he served as the Chief Executive Officer of AMS. MS grew significantly under Mr. Mendoza’s leadership, particularly across the West Coast and Northern Mexico through greenfields and strategic acquisitions. Mendoza originally joined AMS in 1991 and assumed the Chief Executive Officer role in 2003 after several years as AMS’ Vice President and Sales Manager.
ALEJANDRO REYNAL FOUR SEASONS HOTELS CEO AND PRESIDENT
Alejandro joined the company in 2022 as President and CEO following an international career in global travel and hospitality, business services, and telecommunications industries. Previously, Alejandro was President and CEO of Apple Leisure Group (ALG), a luxury resort management and leisure travel group owned by Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Prior to ALG, Alejandro was CEO of Atento, a customer relationship management and business process outsourcing services company. Earlier in his career, Alejandro held strategic management positions at Telefonica and The Coca-Cola Company.
HP PRESIDENT & CEO
Enrique Lores is the President and CEO of HP Inc., a technology company that believes one thoughtful idea has the power to change the world. A Fortune 100 company with operations in more than 180 countries, its product and service portfolio of personal systems, printers, and 3D printing solutions helps bring these ideas to life. During his more than 30-year career at HP, Enrique has held senior leadership positions spanning HP’s Personal Systems, Print, Industrial, and Services businesses across country, region, and worldwide roles.
VICENTE REYNAL
INGERSOLL RAND CHAIRMAN, PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Vicente Reynal is Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ingersoll Rand. Prior to Ingersoll Rand, Vicente served as chief executive officer of Gardner Denver and was a member of its board of directors. In this role, he was responsible for driving overall growth and profitability leading to the IPO of Gardner Denver in May 2017 and subsequently in early 2020 acquiring the Ingersoll Rand Industrial Segment. Before joining Gardner Denver, Vicente spent 11 years at Danaher Corporation.
JOAQUIN DUATO
GEO GROUP CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
JOHNSON & JOHNSON CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Jose Gordo is GEO’s Chief Executive Officer and a member of GEO’s Board of Directors. He previously served as an Independent Director and Chair of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee of GEO’s Board of Directors. Gordo has over 20 years of experience in business management, private equity, corporate finance, and business law. Prior to joining GEO, Gordo had been serving as the CEO of a general partnership that invests in and actively oversees privately held companies, with a focus on the healthcare and consumer products industries.
CARLOS ALBERINI
Joaquin Duato is the Chief Executive Officer of Johnson & Johnson and serves on its Board of Directors. As CEO of the world’s largest healthcare company, Joaquin leads a global workforce of 135,000 employees in developing and delivering transformational and innovative healthcare solutions in Pharmaceuticals, MedTech, and Consumer Health. Joaquin is leading Johnson & Johnson to harness data science and intelligent automation for insight generation so that teams work as a united front, with expertise and purpose, to solve the world’s toughest health challenges.
CEO & PRESIDENTS
JOSE GORDO
ENRIQUE LORES
DANIEL PINTO
GUESS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
JPMORGAN CHASE & CO. PRESIDENT AND COO, JPMORGAN CHASE, CEO, CORPORATE & INVESTMENT BANK, J.P. MORGAN
Alberini currently serves as member of the board of directors and Chief Executive Officer of Guess? Inc., since February 2019. Alberini previously served as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lucky Brand. Alberini served as Co-Chief Executive Officer for RH (formerly Restoration Hardware), and he served as sole Chief Executive Officer from October 2012 through July 2013. Alberini was President and Chief Operating Officer of Guess from December 2000 to June 2010. From May 2006 to July 2006, Alberini served as Interim Chief Financial Officer of Guess.
ANTONIO NERI
HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Antonio Neri is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Hewlett Packard Enterprise – the global edge-to-cloud company – responsible for the development and delivery of enterprise technology solutions and services that help organizations accelerate outcomes by unlocking value from all of their data, everywhere. During his more than 25 years at the Hewlett-Packard Company (HP) and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Antonio has held numerous leadership positions. Antonio led the strategy, development and introduction of many breakthrough innovations.
Daniel has spent his career at JPMorgan Chase and its predecessor companies. He began as a financial analyst and foreign exchange trader at Manufacturers Hanover in 1983 in Buenos Aires. In early 2006, Daniel was made global head of Emerging Markets. In 2009, he was made co-head of Global Fixed Income for the Investment Bank before becoming sole head of the group in 2012. In January 2018, he was named Co-President and Chief Operating Officer of JPMorgan Chase, to work closely with the CEO and the Board to identify and pursue critical firmwide opportunities.
OSCAR AUGUSTO DEL CUETO CUEVAS KANSAS CITY SOUTHERN
OSCAR AUGUSTO DEL CUETO CUEVAS KCSM PRESIDENT, GENERAL MANAGER AND EXECUTIVE REPRESENTATIVE
Del Cueto Cuevas has served in this role since 2020. He joined KCSM predecessor TFM in 1997. He has nearly 30 years of railway industry experience, working in institutional relations, communication, operations, planning and logistics. Del Cueto holds a master’s degree in business administration and bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Monterrey. He has also completed advanced studies, such as the Railroad Management Program certificate from the University of Michigan and certification programs at the Transportation Technology Center in Pueblo, Colo.
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NICOLAS AMAYA
KELLANOVA LATIN AMERICA SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND PRESIDENT LATIN AMERICA
Nicolas Amaya serves as Senior Vice President and President, Kellogg Latin America and is a member of Kellogg Company’s executive committee. Amaya joined Kellogg Company in 2001 as a Marketing Intern for Eggo in the United States. Since then, he has held a variety of leadership positions in the U.S. and Latin America across the cereal, frozen and snacks businesses.
RUSS TORRES
KIMBERLY-CLARK GROUP PRESIDENT, NORTH AMERICA, MEMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS
As group president of Kimberly-Clark's North American consumer business, Russ Torres is responsible for the company's Personal Care and Consumer Tissue businesses in the U.S. and. He previously served as president of the Kimberly-Clark Professional business, which provides a wide range of commercial products and services globally. Torres joined Kimberly-Clark in 2020 with more than 20 years of experience within the consumer product goods industry, spanning several key senior leadership roles.
CEO & PRESIDENTS
GONZALO URIBE
KIMBERLY-CLARK PRESIDENT, LATIN AMERICAN CONSUMER BUSINESS
Gonzalo Uribe is the president of Kimberly-Clark Latin America since 2020. The executive studied at the ICESI University Business School in Cali, Colombia. He also holds a master’s degree in International Trade from the same academic center. He has over 25 years of experience in Marketing and General Management. At Kimberly-Clark he is responsible for integrating different business models under the same strategic direction, promoting profitable growth and the consolidation of K-C’s brands in Latin America.
MIGUEL PATRICIO
KRAFT HEINZ CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Patricio has been the Chief Executive Officer of The Kraft Heinz Company since June 2019. He has also served as a director of Kraft Heinz since May 2021 and as Chair of the Board of Directors since May 2022. Before joining Kraft Heinz, Miguel spent 20 years with Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (AB InBev) and its predecessors. Most recently, he served as Chief of Special Global Projects – Marketing from January to June 2019.
CARLOS ABRAMS-RIVER KRAFT HEINZ PRESIDENT
Abrams-Rivera has served as President of Kraft Heinz since August 2023. Previously, he was Executive Vice President and President, North America Zone from December 2021 to August 2023. Before joining Kraft Heinz in February 2020 as U.S. Zone President, Carlos was the Executive Vice President and President, Campbell Snacks at Campbell Soup Company (Campbell) from May 2019 to February 2020.
CRISTINA PARDO
LENNAR PRESIDENT, LENNAR TITLE GROUP
Cristina Pardo is President of Lennar Title. Previously, she was Chief Financial Officer, Vice President of Lennar Financial Services, LLC, parent of Lennar Title. Cristina started her career in public accounting working for Deloitte and after 5 years left to work for one of her clients. In 2003, Cristina started with Lennar Financial Services as Controller. Cristina earned her bachelor’s degree in business administration in 1989 from Florida International University, with a major in accounting and has been a CPA in Florida since November 1989.
LAURA ESCOBAR
LENNAR PRESIDENT, LENNAR MORTGAGE INC
Laura is a 35-year industry veteran who has held leadership positions with both bankowned and independent mortgage companies, overseeing all aspects of mortgage banking. She joined Lennar Mortgage in 2002 as Branch Manager, was promoted to Senior Vice President managing the Eastern Region in 2004, and became Executive Vice President in 2016, overseeing operations and production of the Builder Division. Laura was named President of Lennar Mortgage in 2018. Laura has been nominated to serve as the 2023 Vice Chair of the Mortgage Banker Association (MBA).
JOSE MAS
MASTEC CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Jose R. Mas, is Chief Executive Officer of MasTec, Inc., one of the largest and most diversified U.S. infrastructure services providers in the country. Mas was appointed CEO of MasTec in 2007 and during his tenure MasTec’s revenues have grown more than 800% and earnings and cash flow have grown at a much larger pace. Jose Mas has grown up in the business and over 20 years worked his way from the field to the executive suite. He serves on the U.S. Department of Commerce National Advisory Council on Minority Business Enterprises.
GABRIEL TIRADOR
MERCURY GENERAL PRESIDENT, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, DIRECTOR
Gabriel became the second person to hold the title of CEO in the company’s 58year history when Mercury Founder and Chairman of the Board, George Joseph. He personally selected Tirador to succeed him in 2006. He was appointed Mercury’s VP & CFO in 1998, President & COO in 2001 and CEO in 2007. Gabe has played a key role in growing Mercury’s revenues to over $3.4 billion per year and expanding operations. Prior, he held various financial positions including Senior Accountant for KPMG LLP and VP and Controller for the Automobile Club of Southern California.
ARMANDO PIMENTEL
NEXTERA ENERGY PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY
Pimentel, Jr. has been the president and CEO of Florida Power & Light Company, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc. and an electric utility serving 5.8 million customer accounts, since February 2023. He previously served as president and chief executive officer of NextEra Energy Resources, a subsidiary of NextEra Energy, Inc., and leading provider of sustainable energy generation.
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MAURICIO GUTIERREZ NRG ENERGY PRESIDENT, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Mauricio Gutierrez is President and CEO of NRG Energy, America’s premier competitive power company. Mauricio joined NRG in 2004 and helped build it from a regional wholesale generation business into a national, Fortune 500 energy company. Previously he held the positions of Chief Operating Officer for five years and Executive Vice President of commercial operations overseeing all commodities trading. Mauricio has held several senior positions at energy merchant Dynegy and consulting firm DTP in Mexico City.
JOSE MINAYA
IGNACIO ALVAREZ
POPULAR PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Alvarez has been at the current position since 2017. Prior to this appointment he served as President and Chief Operating Officer. Previously, served as Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer. Before this, he was one of the six founding partners of the law firm Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez LLP. Recognized by Chambers Global as “one of the best lawyers in Puerto Rico,” Alvarez was an integral part of the firm’s success for 18 years. Some of his main practice areas are banking, corporate and commercial law; corporate and public finance law.
NICOLAS CATOGGIO
NUVEEN CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
POST CONSUMER BRANDS PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF POST CONSUMER BRANDS
Jose Minaya is responsible for the firm’s vision, strategy and day-to-day operations, and chairs the firm’s Executive Committee. He and his leadership team set and execute Nuveen’s key growth initiatives and provide oversight of all investment management teams and client businesses. Jose previously served as Nuveen’s President and CIO. Prior to that, he led TIAA’s global real assets division. He joined TIAA in 2004, and has more than 25 years of investment experience at firms including AIG, Merrill Lynch and JP Morgan.
JULIANA ACEVEDO
O-I GLASS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
PROCTER & GAMBLE PRESIDENT - LATIN AMERICA
Andres Lopez’s focus is to enhance the performance of the business to benefit customers, employees, investors and other key stakeholders. Lopez has established himself as a strong and successful leader, serving as chief operating officer during 2015 and playing a leading role on the acquisition of Vitro’s Food and Beverage business in Mexico, the U.S. and Bolivia. He has also served as president of O-I Americas, with a focus on strengthening O-I’s North America operations.
RAMON LAGUARTA
PEPSICO CEO AND CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ramon became CEO in 2018 after his predecessor Indra Nooyi stepped down. Before joining PepsiCo he worked at Chupa Chups, a candy company based in Spain known for its lollipops. His first role was in the company’s European business, and in 2014 became the CEO of the entire Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa (ESSA) sector. Laguarta was named president of PepsiCo in September 2017. Between 2015 and 2017, Ramon served as Chief Executive Officer of the sector formerly known as Europe Sub-Saharan Africa (ESSA), one of PepsiCo’s most complex businesses, with responsibility for leading the company’s beverage, food and snacks business in Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa.
MARIO MASSEROLI
PHILIP MORRIS INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT, LATIN AMERICA AND CANADA REGION
Masseroli became President, Latin America & Canada Region in July 2018. He joined Philip Morris Argentina in 1998 and served in a variety of roles in Argentina, Switzerland and New York. He was named Managing Director, Guatemala in 2006. Masseroli was named Vice President, Corporate Affairs Latin America & Canada in 2009. He then went on to become Managing Director, Spain and Canary Islands in 2012, adding responsibility for Portugal in April 2016, a position he held until his current appointment.
As P&G’s President, Latin America, Juliana Azevedo leads a team of country and category leaders focused on serving Latin American consumers with superior brands and products. Juliana is the first Brazilian and the first woman to lead the company’s business in the region, which is home to more than 580 million consumers. During her 26 years at P&G, where she joined as an intern, Juliana led many of P&G’s iconic global brands in Brand Management and Sales leadership roles.
CEO & PRESIDENTS
ANDRES A. LOPEZ
Catoggio is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Post Consumer Brands. He joined the company in 2021.Nicolas served as Managing Director and Senior Partner in the Chicago office of The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) from 2007-2021. He also has vast experience working in international markets. Before joining BCG, Nicolas worked at Unilever for several years in business development, corporate strategy and finance. Nicolas earned his MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
ADAM MUÑOZ
PROPETRO HOLDING PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Adam Muñoz joined the Company in 2010 to initiate ProPetro’s Permian pressure pumping operation. Prior to joining ProPetro, Adam held sales and operations roles at Frac Tech Services and Weatherford International. Since joining ProPetro, Adam has served as the Director of Business Development and Technical Services where he was responsible for overseeing the growth of the hydraulic fracturing operations as well as managing the department’s day-to-day technical services. Adam has most recently served as the Vice President of Frac Service.
GINA AYALA CLAXTON ROCKWELL AUTOMATION PRESIDENT, AMERICAS
Gina Ayala Claxton is president, Americas, at Rockwell Automation. Prior to joining Rockwell in 2022, Gina enjoyed a successful 20-year career at IBM in a variety of go-tomarket segments, industries, and offerings. She most recently served as the IBM general manager for the Consumer & Travel industries and was also a member of the IBM CEO’s transformation team. As a Latina in tech, Gina is passionate about inclusion, mentorship, and representation and serves to foster a culture where individuals believe they belong and can thrive.
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ROBERT SANCHEZ
RYDER SYSTEM CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Over the course of nearly 30 years at Ryder, MSanchez has held many senior executive leadership positions including president and chief operating officer (COO), chief financial officer (CFO), president of Fleet Management Solutions (FMS), chief information officer (CIO), SVP of Transportation Management within Supply Chain Solutions (SCS), and VP of Asset Management. He has been a member of the company’s Executive Leadership Team since 2003. He was named CEO in January 2013 and chairman of the board in May 2013.
LEONARDO MORENO SOLARPACK CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Leo leverages his vision and insight about the future of the power industry to collaborate across countries, improving lives by shaping worldwide energy use. Over his 15 years at AES, Leo designed and led teams in charge of strategy, finance, commercial, investments, and mergers and acquisitions to deliver on our sustainability commitments. Today, he continues to inform our business on a holistic level as a board member of Dayton Power & Light and AES Distributed Energy in the US, AES Gener in Chile, and AES Tietê in Brazil.
CEO & PRESIDENTS
DAVID MAURA
SPECTRUM BRANDS HOLDINGS EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
IGNACIO “NACHO” MEYER TELEVISAUNIVISION PRESIDENT OF U.S. NETWORKS
Meyer started at the current position in September 2022. He has been at the company for more than 10 years, with different roles in increasing leadership. With more than 20 years of experience in the media and entertainment industry, Meyer has a proven track record in starting and operating growth initiatives, driving innovation, and business development. Most recently, he led the Music and Non-Scripted Entertainment division at TelevisaUnivision, driving the group’s global strategy.
MARK HERNANDEZ
THE EASTERN COMPANY PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Hernandez, 56, has served as the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer since January 2023 and as a director of the Company from June 2022. Previously, he led Navistar’s global manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics from 2018 to 2022, most recently as Executive Vice President from 2021 to 2022 Hernandez is Executive Vice President, Global Manufacturing and Supply Chain for Navistar, Inc.
ROBERTO GARCIA-RODRIGUEZ TRIPLE-S MANAGEMENT PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Maura was appointed Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer in July 2018. Previously, he had served as the Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of SPB Legacy. Prior, Maura was a Managing Director and the Executive Vice President of Investments at HRG Group, Inc. and had been a member of HRG Group’s board of directors from May 2011 until December 2017. Maura previously served as a Vice President and Director of Investments of Harbinger Capital Partners LLC (“Harbinger Capital”) from 2006 until 2012.
President & Chief Executive Officer since 2016; Secretary since 2010; Vice President and General Counsel since 2008. Previously, Vice President and General Counsel at Puerto Rico Telephone. He holds a BA from Harvard University, an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business, and a JD from Stanford Law School. He completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard.
JAVIER ANDRADE-MADRID
ARTURO L. CARRIÓN CRESPO
Javier Andrade-Marin was appointed President of the Home & Garden (H&G) Division of Spectrum Brands in November 2022. Mr. Andrade-Marin previously served as General Manager, Retail Brands US at Henkel North America from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, he served as Vice President Marketing for Laundry and Home Care at Henkel North America between 2018 and 2020. Before Henkel, Mr. Andrade-Marin held a number of operational and marketing roles across Europe, Latin America and the United States at Reckitt Benckiser, Verizon Communications and The Walt Disney Company.
President of Triple-S Vida (formerly Great American Life Assurance Company of Puerto Rico, Inc.) since 1998. He served as a Vice President of Finance at GA Life since 1987. Previously, he worked at KPMG LLP from 1978 to 1987. A Certified Public Accountant, he has a BBA in Accounting from University of Puerto Rico.
SPECTRUM BRANDS HOLDINGS PRESIDENT, HOME & GARDEN
MARIA PACHECO
TRIPLE-S MANAGEMENT CORP. PRESIDENT / TRIPLE-S VIDA
JOSE DEL AMO
STORYFUL CEO STORYFUL
TRIPLE-S MANAGEMENT CORP. PRESIDENT / TRIPLE-S PROPIEDAD
Maria Pacheco is CEO of Storyful, a news and intelligence agency. Prior to joining Storyful, Maria served as deputy head of News Corp’s corporate strategy team, spearheading global initiatives such as partnerships with Big Digital and across News Corp companies. Prior to her tenure at News Corp, Maria led international business development at Portland Communications, an Omnicom agency. She has also worked in competitive planning and strategic partnerships at Comcast and ViacomCBS, and started her career at Univision in Miami.
President of Triple-S Propiedad since March 2017. He has held positions of increasing responsibility since joining the company in 1998, including Surety Manager, Manager, Vice President and Senior Vice President of Underwriting and, most recently, Senior Vice President of Underwriting and Claims. Previously, he worked at Universal Insurance Company. He is a certified public accountant with a BBA in Accounting from the University of Puerto Rico.
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GUSTAVO VIESCAS
UNILEVER PRESIDENT, PERSONAL CARE
WYNDHAM HOTELS PRESIDENT, LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN
As President, Personal Care and a member of the Unilever Leadership Executive, Fabian is responsible for Unilever’s deodorant, skin cleansing and oral care categories globally, as well as the Elida Beauty and Unilever International Global Business Units. In this role, Fabian oversees Unilever’s category-leading, innovation-powered Personal Care brands including Dove, Rexona, LUX, Axe, Lifebuoy, Smile and Pepsodent. Fabian joined the company in 2020 as President of Unilever North America,
RAFAEL O. SANTANA
WABTEC CORPORATION PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
A native of Brazil, Santana has roughly 25 years of commercial, product management andexecutive leadership. Most recently, he served as President and CEO of GE Transportation, aunit of General Electric company. Prior to that role, he was president & CEO of GE in LatinAmerica; Santana also served as president and CEO of the Turbomachinery Solutions Businessof GE Oil & Gas, Prior to joining GE in 2000, Santana worked for six years at ExxonMobil andBritish American Tobacco. Santana has a degree in engineering from the Universidade Federalde Minas Gerais in Brazil.
ADRIAN RODRIGUEZ
XCEL ENERGY PRESIDENT, XCEL ENERGY - NEW MEXICO AND TEXAS
Adrian Rodriguez is President of Xcel Energy’s New Mexico and Texas Southwestern Public Service Company (SPS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Xcel Energy Inc. Rodriguez joined Xcel Energy in 2022 from Puget Sound Energy where he served as senior vice president of regulatory and strategy, overseeing clean energy strategy, regulatory and governmental affairs, new product development, and energy efficiency. He previously served as interim Chief Executive Officer and General Counsel of El Paso Electric Company.
ANDRÉS IRLANDO
WELLS FARGO CEO OF CONSUMER LENDING
ZAYO GROUP HOLDINGS PRESIDENT
Santos is CEO of Consumer Lending and a member of Wells Fargo’s Operating Committee. He is responsible for leading more than 35,000 employees focused on providing consumer lending products and services, including Home Loans, Auto Loans, Personal Lending, Credit Cards, Retail Services and Merchant Services. He was previously head of Diverse Segments, Representation & Inclusion at Wells Fargo and was responsible for leading efforts to make the company a place where diversity is reflected in every facet of the company’s operations, processes, and programs.
Irlando oversees the Global Sales and Marketing organization, leading commercial operations and Company growth. Andrés has deep experience as both a senior executive and a commercial leader in the communications infrastructure industry. Prior to Zayo, Andrés spent 15 years at Verizon where he held a variety of leadership roles in several areas of the business, including sales, customer service, product development, operations and public policy. Andrés currently serves on the Board of Trustees for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
CEO & PRESIDENTS
KLEBER R. SANTOS
Gustavo serves as President, Latin America and the Caribbean, and is responsible for the development of all Wyndham brands in the region while maximizing the performance of both franchised and managed hotels. A 25-year Wyndham veteran, he most recently served as Senior Vice President, Latin America and the Caribbean, overseeing Operations for the region. In that role, he was instrumental in launching two of Wyndham’s newest brands—Wyndham Alltra and Registry Collection Hotels—and helping close industry-leading deals with strategic development partners like Playa Hotels & Resorts and Palladium Hotel Group.
JAVIER J. RODRIGUEZ DAVITA INC. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Rodriguez is an experienced leader committed to transforming care delivery for patients with kidney disease—from the earliest stages of the disease through transplantation. He is passionate about accelerating the digital transformation and delivering customized care to each patient while lowering costs for the health care system. In more than 20 years with DaVita, he has continued fostering a powerful sense of inclusivity and community among teammates and patients.
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BUILDING CONNECTIONS THROUGH CULTURE
MEET PAOLA CORRADA, VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER, PALIG
Paola Corrada is a successful Latina executive who serves as Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer at Pan-American Life Insurance Group (PALIG). Born in the Dominican Republic and growing-up in Puerto Rico, today, Paola identifies as Puerto Rican with some bits of Dominican influence. REFLECTING ON her upbringing, she highlights how being multicultural has made a significant impact throughout her life. “Our parents were big on international travel, plus we had family living in different parts of the world. Understanding and connecting with different cultures was a way of life,” she reflects. “Our family instilled two important lessons throughout our childhood: enjoy new surroundings and seek adventure.” Today, those lessons have influenced her career in compliance. "Compliance is certainly a complex adventure; but it’s the tough love every organization needs. I navigate the intricacies by relating to people during challenging situations and creating connections.” But her journey wasn’t always this clear. While growing up, she explored the idea of different careers. Yet her innate ability to see both sides of a situation drove her to pursue a Juris Doctorate from Louisiana State University, and ultimately a career in law. It wasn’t long before she was searching for a different purpose and found her calling at PALIG more than a decade ago. Since then, Paola has been instrumental in driving the success of the company’s compliance department.
"Compliance was not a popular career path back then, but I was looking for a career change and found the excitement I was looking for in it," she explains. Paola’s depth of experience, years of leadership and passion for compliance and ethics led to her promotion to Chief Compliance Officer. She shared, "This role was my end goal.” In this dynamic position, her expertise and leadership are essential to PALIG’s ability to deliver trusted service, and the company’s aspiration to being a great place to work. Additionally, Paola highlighted the significance of being a Spanish-speaker and connecting with her cultural background daily to engage with colleagues, emphasizing the power of shared heritage for effective communication. Paola says, "I adapt to what will resonate with the particular group I am addressing, whether from the U.S., Caribbean, or Latin America. In the end, it is about creating connections that will help promote and awareness and understanding of ethical principles and compliance while collaborating with teams across PALIG to maintain standards and safeguards." Good mentorship has been instrumental to Paola’s success, “Learning the ropes along the way was inevitable, but it
wouldn’t have been possible without the amazing people I have met throughout my career.” In turn, Paola remains resolute in her commitment to supporting her colleagues. Emphasizing the need for compliance as an integral part of business growth, she expresses, "I want to make sure people understand compliance is part of doing the right thing, and awareness activities are fundamental to driving compliance." While reflecting on what she values most about PALIG, Paola emphasizes, “PALIG provides many opportunities, especially if you are ambitious, a go-getter, and want to grow." She recounts a specific scenario early in her career which involved analyzing and rebuilding a compliance program as part of an acquisition. “The collaborative process uncovered efficiencies and opened doors – but most of all, it imprinted the value of being a change-maker.” Paola shares her future career aspirations, "My goal is to redefine compliance and change people’s perceptions, while contributing to a more culturally aware and integrity-driven business environment. That is my mission." With this goal, Paola is leaving her mark in pursuit of creating a long-lasting, culturally aware, and ethically grounded business environment.
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COLLABORATION, PERSEVERANCE AND HARD WORK: SECRET RECIPE FOR SUCCESS A conversation with Rosalina (Rosie) Miranda, Regional Vice President of Operations, PALIG Arianna Villarreal
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ROSIE MIRANDA, a prominent figure in the health industry, was born in the Dominican Republic and spent her childhood years in New York. Holding an MBA from the University of Miami, she presently serves as the Regional Vice President of Health Operations at Pan-American Life Insurance Group (PALIG). As a young girl, Rosie worked while attending school to support herself and her family’s needs. She shared, “I had to earn the money for what I needed, which taught me the value of hard work at a very early age.” This experience, in addition to her mother’s example, showed her the value of resilience in achieving success, which inevitably helped develop and strengthen her grit and tenacity. She noted, “Everything I have been able to achieve is not due to luck; it has been through hard work.” Beginning her insurance career in a call center, Rosie quickly ascended the ranks through hard work and determination, earning a position in the senior management team before age 30. Now at PALIG, she oversees the contracting and managing of medical providers, leads the medical underwriting, claims payment integrity, healthcare strategy, and medical management in Latin America and the Caribbean. Rosie, a creative force at the company, shares, “I feel like I am a partner in the business, not just working for the business. I have the freedom to create, lead, and change, which I love about PALIG.” While reflecting, she shared her challenges as a young manager, particularly the need to overcome self-doubt, which she later leveraged as motivation for personal growth. She says, “I thought if others can do it, so can I.” Rosie actively sought guidance from those who paved the way before her and grew more confident. She recognizes now the experience has inspired one of her leadership views: “Sharing your journey and knowledge of success and failure with others is key.” It is no secret that Rosie is a proud Latina leader. Her roots, which shape many of her values, have played a significant role in her leadership style. Understanding the connection Latinos have with their families, has inspired Rosie’s a unique approach to meetings. She says, “My team meetings, and sometimes client meetings, usually start with learning about their weekends and family celebrations and milestones. Regardless of the country, connecting with Latino family moments and culture is so appreciated.” Through this approach, she is also constantly looking to improve workplace engagement. As she strives to
ROSIE AIMS TO LEAVE A LEGACY OF RELENTLESS DETERMINATION. HENCE, SHE SHARES HER ADVICE WITH THE NEXT GENERATION OF LATINA LEADERS.
work collaboratively with everyone on her team, she shared, "I always ask, what can we do better? How can we exceed what we did the previous year?” Rosie sees challenges as opportunities and is constantly looking for ways to continue innovating to benefit the business. While discussing her future career trajectory, Rosie reflected on the supportive environment at PALIG, stating, “Since joining the company, I have been treated as a colleague who adds value and recognized for my contributions and success.” This ethos, she believes, will continue to drive her career growth and journey. “My strength is making things happen, innovating, and turning challenges into opportunities.” Rosie's goal is to create a lasting legacy of perseverance and relentless dedication. Hence, she shares her advice with the next generation of Latina leaders, saying, "I firmly believe in unwavering commitment, perseverance and determination against all odds. It’s truly what defines limitless potential. As women, we often tend to juggle many different roles, and the thought of ‘doing it all’ can be challenging. But it’s not impossible. It can be achieved through balance, self confidence and being relentless. If others can do it, so can you."
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REFLECTIONS OF A TRANSFORMATIVE JOURNEY
A CONVERSATION WITH MARTA REEVES, VICE PRESIDENT OF CORPORATE MARKETING, PALIG Arianna Villarreal
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Marta Reeves is an accomplished marketing professional with profound connections to the Latino community. As the Vice President of Corporate Marketing for Pan-American Life Insurance Group (PALIG), she is responsible for maintaining and strengthening the company’s brand to drive sustainable and profitable growth. RAISED BY an American father and a Dominican mother, Marta has always embraced her multicultural heritage and diverse experiences. Growing up, she lived in various countries with exposure to different cultures, traditions, cuisines, and an array of perspectives. The experiences have taught her many lessons and have offered her the ability to understand cultural interconnectedness while valuing cultural differences. “Having lived throughout Latin America, I bring a deeper understanding to my work. Not only does it differentiate me as a Latina professional, but it has also proven to be an invaluable gift,” she shared. Marta’s career began in operations, but it wasn’t long before she was promoted to a position in marketing and business relations. She shared, “Somebody within the company saw that I could do more and took me under their wing.” Guided by the wisdom of three influential mentors, she immersed herself fully in marketing and business. Most importantly, their knowledge and mentorship helped shape her marketing philosophy. Marta says, “The truth is, in business, you are always marketing something. You are marketing yourself, you are marketing a product, or you are marketing a service. You are marketing a brand promise.” Through her leadership, PALIG has risen to a position among the top insurance companies catering to Latin Americans and the Hispanic/Latino community in the U.S.
Marta also shared a crucial turning point in her career at PALIG following the impact of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans, the company’s headquarters. While various insurance groups were halting operations, PALIG persevered, a testament to the leadership team’s strategic foresight and precise execution. The experience inspired a transformative journey including a shift from product centered promotion to enterprise level brand storytelling focused on PALIG’s resilience and unwavering commitment. Marta’s communications and marketing strategy contributed to elevating PALIG and securing a position among the top five insurance companies across the markets that PALIG operates in. In the wake of this transformative experience, Marta’s passion for reshaping the insurance industry only grew. At PALIG, she plays a pivotal role in driving insights-based communications initiatives with customers at the center. She explains, "Understanding our customers’ needs is at the core of our success. I’m driven by the opportunity to authentically communicate and engage with our stakeholders, offering a balance of content that informs, inspires and supports our mission.” As she reflects on her time with PALIG, Marta shares, “I was meant to be here. The support we have as Latino and Latina leaders is innate in the company, and I am blessed to be a part of the PALIG family.” With that in mind, she shares that her eighteen-year journey with the company is far from over.
"PALIG’s growth continues as does the important role of Latina leaders during this exciting time. The beauty of this is that it is in our hands,” she adds. “The sky is not the limit; it is just the beginning."
AT PALIG, SHE PLAYS A PIVOTAL ROLE IN DRIVING INSIGHTS-BASED COMMUNICATIONS INITIATIVES WITH CUSTOMERS AT THE CENTER.
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REIMAGINING DIRECT SELLING THE WAY IT’S MEANT TO BE Paulo Moledo
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s one of the oldest business models in the industry, direct selling allows brands to get their products in front of consumers by employing independent distributors who can sell directly to them. For independent distributors, direct selling builds entrepreneurial and professional skills that, in turn, help them earn an extra income and, in some cases, become full-time multi-level marketing entrepreneurs. This business model has historically provided opportunities to people from all walks of life. The flexibility it offers and the ability to be their own boss, set their working hours, and develop their business at their pace continues to be incredibly attractive to people everywhere. According to the World Federal Direct Selling Association (WFDSA), the Americas was the top-performing region in the world, with total sales of more than US$65 billion in 2022 – resulting in a compound annual growth rate of 4% over the last three years, well above the global rate of 2.8%. This success has been driven by more than 30 million independent sellers in North, South, and Central America, who in turn have derived great benefits from the opportunities of the direct selling industry. Hy Cite, in particular, has five thousand distributors in the US who represent 50% of the business. US Hispanics earn greater net income from direct selling than non-Hispanics and offer more positive ratings of their direct selling experience, according to a study by the Direct Selling Association. The study further reveals that US Hispanics involved in direct selling are more likely to say direct selling met or exceeded their expectations and are more likely to recommend direct selling to others.
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Building a Solid Foundation for Success
Despite the great benefits that direct selling can offer, the industry has faced an array of challenges over the years. Hence, direct selling professionals must prioritize core values and foster good experiences that customers won’t forget because doing so helps build a solid foundation for success. The optimal way to foster good experiences between companies and independent distributors is to demystify and promote direct selling the way it’s meant to be. The main ingredients required to create a solid foundation for success in direct selling are the following : • Establishing Good Reputation - Good experiences have a positive impact on the industry’s reputation and can boost retention rates. This is even more important due to the increased focus on corporate reputation. It is becoming more of a strategic priority for businesses. According to a Gitnux Market Data 2023 Report, a company’s reputation accounts for 63% of its market value. Therefore, it is critical for organizations to use the direct selling business model to promote best practices to establish a good reputation within their industry and beyond. • Let Your Values Lead the Way – In direct selling, the key to success relies on independent distributors. When they are out in the market selling to customers, their selling tactics should reflect the values of the company they represent. When core values such as integrity, honesty, and excellence are demonstrated by direct selling to independent distributors, customers feel appreciated - leading to brand loyalty and commitment. At Hy Cite, when onboarding a new independent distributor, Hy Cite requires the new distributor to acknowledge and sign off on the Direct Selling Association (DSA) Code of Ethics to reinforce the importance of the ethical values of the direct selling industry as part of the execution of the terms and conditions of the Independent Distribution Agreement.
• Connecting with Industry Peers - Operating in a silo can be detrimental to the success of any company. It’s imperative to connect with industry peers and other professional groups. Networking provides the opportunity for direct selling professionals to cultivate relationships with other peers and discuss common business challenges and goals. Industry groups, such as the Chamber of Commerce or the Direct Selling Association, provide sharpening tools for independent distributors, employees, and executives alike. They help professionals stay abreast of industry trends and ensure best practices.
Path Forward in Direct Selling
The path to a new era in the direct selling industry requires that organizations continue to deliver for their customers, independent distributors, and employees with values that reflect good practices. In Hy Cite’s case, the company has been championing good practices and making strides in the direct selling market for over sixty years. The organization has provided significant entrepreneurial opportunities for thousands and leads with values that customers appreciate. Integrity and honesty are embedded throughout our organization and to ensure that, all distributors go through Ethics and Compliance training via our Digital Platform Academy, which also offers continued training opportunities around the pillars of distributions which reinforces fair practices in the business. Through this platform, distributors can also earn additional certifications that contribute to their development and help them remain aligned with our values and practices. As the industry evolves, going about direct selling the way it’s meant to be will allow the market to reach its fullest potential.
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NAVIGATING CHANGE WITH PASSION MARIA LENSING, CHIEF STRATEGY AND TRANSFORMATION OFFICER, WALGREENS BOOTS ALLIANCE (WBA) Andrea Pina
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NOW, AT HER current role as Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer at WBA she can not only expand her professional wings, but also teach others how to fly. “I believe in the transformation of healthcare, and to achieve it we must execute with passion. Demonstrating that we work hard to make our beliefs a reality,” she says. The main goal of her current role is to provide the roadmap, structure and execution path to transform the technology function into a key differentiator to help Walgreens achieve its growth ambitions. Maria is responsible for the strategic technology plan to accelerate the long-term growth potential for Walgreens. She leads the development and execution of a consistent, strategic and transparent approach to how the technology organization delivers value to the business, as well as being responsible for its workforce strategy, strategic vendor management, supplier diversity, technology governance and compliance and financial management. There is no denying that her role is crucial for WBA’s mission of reimagining
als business in June 2022 and has already made strides to redefine the patient experience and increase access, equity and patient retention in clinical research. Their innovative approach to clinical trials is supported by cutting-edge technology, industry partners, actionable insights and scale to empower every community to participate in clinical research. It is not only access to clinical trials that will bridge the gap for Latinos, but also the access to healthcare resources. “We are working hard to make it as easy as possible for all communities,” Maria states. Today 78% of communities in the United States are within a 5-mile radius to a Walgreens. Maria’s talent and expertise allows her to not only navigate her role successfully, buy also endure corporate challenges with utmost excellence and grace. Her leadership style is mainly defined as being a voice of change, she’s a leader that displays the adaptation to successfully embrace change and keep leading towards the main goal. As for the future Maria plans to continue being a force for change, fighting for
access to healthcare and health solutions. She will continue to mentor new generations of Latinas who need advice on how to navigate the corporate environment. “I will always be honored to inspire.”
THROUGHOUT HER CAREER SHE HAS NOT ONLY OVERCOME PERSONAL CHALLENGES, BUT SHE HAS DEMONSTRATED UNPARALLELED COMMITMENT TO INCREASING LATINO’S ACCESS TO QUALITY HEALTHCARE. local healthcare and well-being. “We use technology to help us gain valuable insight into gaps of care or areas to delight our customer experience. Being customer obsessed helps you prioritize well-being as the main outcome of our efforts,” she emphasizes. Lensing is a leader that keeps the long-term goals constantly in sight, so she motivates her team to constantly reflect on their short-term plans to ensure alignment to the mission. One critical area in which WBA is helping bridge the gap between Latinos and healthcare access is in the clinical trials space. Only 5% of the U.S. population participates in clinical trials and nearly three-quarters of these participants are white. Walgreens launched its clinical triNOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2023 LATINO LEADERS 63
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KEY TO OVERCOME CHALLENGES CARMEN SAN SEGUNDO, GLOBAL MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR FOR ESG AND CSR, IBM What challenges have you faced while on the road to success? CSS: On the road to success, I faced many challenges but two of the most important ones have been moving geographically and across industries. My journey has taken me to eight cities across three different countries. Although each movement was hard, they all provided me with new perspectives and enriching experiences, helping shape me as a leader and as a person. Interacting with different cultures has allowed me to foster a more inclusive and collaborative work environment while developing a broader point of view that has helped enhance creativity among my teams. A separate but similar challenge came as I changed industries, which required adaptability and being open to new paradigms. For me, it was key to be able to identify similarities, be open to learning, and embrace differences in these roles.
backgrounds each day, and to connect with them personally and learn from their varied perspectives.
Do you think that your Hispanic heritage influences your professional life? If so, how? CSS: When I think about my professional life, I definitely appreciate the influence of my Hispanic heritage. It is a wonderful strength and perspective that I can bring to each role. In my view, Hispanos have always been adventurous people. Within my family, several people have emigrated for career opportunities. My father is an entrepreneur himself who has grown his career in Spain and Latin America and has always been an inspiration to me. I credit my heritage with my willingness to travel and try new things, and the ability to converse in Spanish, which is one of the most spoken languages in the world. Secondly, I believe Hispanos are strong and resilient people in character, which helps us adapt to How did you arrive to your current role challenges, and keep fighting. It has helped and what do you enjoy the most about me to be steadfast in growing my career. your work? CSS: Every step in my journey led me here. If you had the opportunity to advice your But if I focus on IBM, I think trust and hard younger self, what would you say? work were the two major drivers. As part CSS: I was quite fortunate to receive a wonof the LLYC agency team, I crossed paths derful piece of advice in my youth which I’ll with IBM leaders and, sometime later, the repeat here today: Envision the role you’d like company placed their trust in me and of- to have in 10 years and approach each day fered me the opportunity to lead their Latin like you already have that role. This shapes American communications. After a couple how I show up each day in my mindset and of years, IBM’s leadership invested in me my manner. It grounds me in a growth mindagain to take the next challenge, this time at set and ensures I acquire skills and behaviors a global level. Today, I lead global marketing that set me up for success. This is advice I and communications for ESG and Corpo- share with future Hispano leaders and my rate Social Responsibility. While I’ve enjoyed own team members regularly. I also think it’s each role, my work today resonates with me critical that today’s leaders do what we can to personally. Companies are in the midst of a help destigmatize mistakes. Making mistakes transformation, where their licenses to op- and learning from them is critical to growth erate will be shaped by their environmental, and there is no detour around mistakes on the social, and governance choices. It is exciting road to success. I encourage emerging leaders to be working in this area. I also feel lucky to to be brave and make mistakes, as it is the only work with people from all nationalities and way to grow.
How do you think new generations of Hispanics are going to shape the future executive leadership teams? CSS: The US is built on a rich heritage of immigrants bringing change and a willingness to dream. And, specifically, Hispanos are an important group of current and emerging leaders across the workforce. In the US only, Hispanos will make up more than 20% of the labor force by 2030. This is a major opportunity. Also, Hispanos are native creators and dreamers and I think this is so vital at this moment as Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging across industries. The creativity of the next generations of Hispanos will be important to ensure AI shapes a better world. Where do you see your career going in the future? What innovations in your industry are you most excited about? CSS: It’s hard to tell what the future will hold for me, but I always see myself growing and exploring in my career, while embracing new inventions and paradigms. For example, it is already clear that AI is going to have a profound effect across industries. And I see this as an opportunity for marketing and communications leaders to harness their creativity and be more effective.
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Share some important facts about your background, family origin and education CB: I was born and raised in Bogota, Colombia. My dad is from Bogota and my mother from Medellin. They met in Bogota and, as a couple, they just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. I was fortunate enough to grow up in a stable family, with strong moral values, and a profound sense of citizenship. As a middle child, I grew up giving my older sister a hard time (as all middle Childs do) and playing a ton of sports with my younger brother. My parents were able to give me access to a great education. I graduated high school from Colegio Major de San Bartolome which is one of first schools ever founded in Colombia (1604) with a great tradition and history behind it and, upon graduation, I transitioned to Pontificia Universidad Javeriana where I completed my Law School studies and earned my JD a few years later.
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What made you pick your college studies and majors? CB: Growing up, I was fascinated with topics such as philosophy, history, and sociology. I gravitated towards these topics more than science or mathematics. In addition, at the time (80s and 90s), Colombia was living one of its worst chapters in recent decades, polluted by violence and civil unrest. In the early 90s, the Country’s Constitution was being reformed, and that led to many changes that for multiple reasons informed many of my personal, social, and professional viewpoints, and encouraged me to get involved. Law was the next logical step.
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What have been constant values and skills you have worked with during your professional career? CB: As many professionals who transition to the States, our journey is often demarcated and informed by unique factors before and after the move. Before, I knew that I was destined to do; Graduate, establish my professional brand, stand my own law firm, and get involved in social or political endeavors. I had vision and ambition; determination was not lacking either. However, once I transitioned to the states, my view of the world changed dramatically: The move was abrupt, I did not speak the language, I was not acquainted with the culture, my legal background (which adhered to a totally different legal system) became an impractical tool, and I needed to reinvent myself. Despite the fact, the values were always the same: Resilience, determination, and discipline. I knew I needed to accelerate my learning curve and it was clear to me, in the initial stages of my journey, that I needed to heavily invest in proficiency and cultural acclimation. Once I regained my footing and transitioned to a professional environment, it was all about understanding the company I was serving, figure out a way to expand my radius of influence and involvement, and problem solve. I embraced a simple mantra: In the absence of leadership, I rise. Organizations are complex ecosystems, imperfect by nature, which are intentionally or unintentionally evolving, in which there is always opportunities to fix, innovate and drive. I have never waited for work to come my way. Quite the opposite, I have the tendency to jump in where there are opportunities to make a difference. The more complex the challenge, the better! Here is the beauty of it: Once you fix or drive something small, you build the courage and confidence to pick something slightly bigger and as the years go by, you come to the realization that such playbook has given you the opportunity to lead major transformational initiatives. How did the opportunity to work for Toyota came? CB: I used to live in Florida and once my daughter was born, my wife wanted to be close to her Family, which I adored. That encouraged us to pack our bags and move
to Phoenix. Once we settled, I joined a small bank supporting their Credit Card Division. A few months later the bank decided to sell its portfolio to a third party, and I saw the writing on the wall: It was time to move on. Toyota was recruiting at the time, and I had the fortune to join the organization in 2003. Can you share facts about your role and position at Toyota? CB: Today, I have the privilege to serve as the Vice President of Service Operations. This is the area of the organization that supports all activities once the customer secures a loan financed by Toyota Financial Services. We focus on creating a great and frictionless experience from the moment the customer signs the contract and up until the account closes. I am responsible for defining the strategic priorities that inform our collective roadmap and oversee all the support activities that make our Experience Centers successful. They include but are not limited to Technology Development, Compliance, Training, Knowledge Management, Quality Assurance, Workforce Planning, among others.
we are, the opportunities will be limited. On the other hand, if we exclusively market our personal brand and the substance isn’t there, we’ll lose all trust and credibility. Now, for those who have earned and be given the opportunity to join managerial and executive roles, our job is to pave the path for others, and pay it forward. There are tons of activities that could be pursued to achieve this goal: Coaching, mentoring, advocacy, exposing opportunities, getting to know those whose substance is shining, and ensuring the marketing channels are strong or created. As Latinos, we often struggle with themes that are quite similar and, in many instances, a helping hand is all we need to overcome our insecurities, unlock our potential, and learn how to best navigate our organizations.
“I AM RESPONSIBLE FOR DEFINING THE STRATEGIC PRIORITIES THAT INFORM OUR What do you think we can do to promote COLLECTIVE ROADMAP more Latino(a) professionals in corporaAND OVERSEE ALL THE tions like Toyota? CB: We need to be action oriented regardSUPPORT ACTIVITIES less the role we play within our respective organization. THAT MAKE OUR For those that are in the early stage of their career development journey, it is im- EXPERIENCE CENTERS portant to focus their attention in two key aspects that I’ve labeled as…. substance and SUCCESSFUL.” marketing. Substance means exceeding in the space in which we operate in terms of both performance and soft skills. The former is key but the latter matter as much: teamwork, collaboration, change management, and inclusion. Once that has been achieved, marketing speaks to the need for us to highlight, in a non-intrusive way, our contributions. We must ensure our network and those who can influence our careers understand how, -in addition to our performance and soft skills-, our perspective, work ethic, cultural awareness, and diverse viewpoint, unlocks tremendous value to the organization. If the substance is there but we don’t market who
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CHILDREN’S HEALTH
DR. NORBERTO RODRIGUEZ-BAEZ A self-proclaimed ‘poop’ doctor, Norberto Rodriguez-Baez, M.D., has served as a gastroenterologist at Children’s HealthSM for more than two decades. He specializes in the care of children who have problems with their liver or digestive system, such as abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea or inflammation of the intestines. He is also a Professor of Pediatrics and Associate Dean for Student Affairs at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Samantha Griffith
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DR. RODRIGUEZ-BAEZ says one of the greatest measures of his success is a child’s contentment. Devoting time to know his patients over the years, watch them grow and be part of their lives is the reason Dr. Rodriguez-Baez decided to dedicate his practice to kids. When he meets with patients, he talks to them not only about their medical conditions or helping them understand their diagnoses and treatments, but it gives him an opportunity to learn about their lives, how they’re doing in school and how they’re getting along with their friends, for example. Working in gastroenterology offers him a unique window into patients’ lives and the lives of their families. “It gives me a sense of happiness and satisfaction when I see them doing well,” Dr. Rodriguez-Baez said. He also says listening to his patients is important, as it helps him learn more about them. He underscores the pivotal role of food in shaping a family’s dynamics so he uses this topic to enhance his understanding of them and tailor his care to meet their needs. “Food is a central part of a family’s culture. Is a family active, do they cook together and are their meals diverse? This all plays into my care. The more information I have about a patient’s home life, the better care I can give,” he said. 68 LATINO LEADERS NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2023
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The beloved doctor’s friendly personality is contagious. One of his hobbies includes Latin dancing, and he brings that energy with him to the clinic. “Sometimes I dance with my patients, if they let me do that. I think it helps them feel welcomed. It also helps me connect with my patients and their families, too,” said Dr. Rodriguez-Baez. What does being a Hispanic doctor at Children’s Health mean to you? NRB: It means a lot. Estoy muy orgulloso de ser Latino. Many patients and families come to the clinic and are thrilled to have a doctor who not only communicates with them in Spanish, but also shares their culture and background. There is an intact connection. They feel more comfortable expressing themselves and more compliant with the treatment. I want to serve as an inspiration to my patients. I want them to know that they can fulfill their dreams and they can also be a doctor and serve the community the way I do. Tell me about your journey that led you here to Children’s Health? NRB: I grew up in Puerto Rico. I’m the oldest of five children, I am the first one to graduate college and the first one to be a physician. I always wanted to work with kids, so I did my training in pediatrics after medical school. I went to Stanford University, where I did my training in pediatric gastroenterology. Then I moved to Dallas, Texas, where I have been working here at Children’s Health for 22 years. I have seen a lot of growth, not just within the city, but also notable growth within the hospital. However, our mission of providing excellent care for our patients has remained constant.
Why is supporting research important ? NRB: Research is an extremely important aspect of the care we provide to our patients. We have acquired a lot of knowledge and understanding of diseases and treatments, but there are still a lot of unanswered questions we need to investigate. For example, determining which medication is more effective to treat a specific disease, or why certain patients are more susceptible to particular diseases while others are not. It’s through research how we can answer those questions. I encourage families to participate in research because the knowledge we gain through research is going to impact the care we offer to other patients in the future. Many of the treatments we’re offering now to our patients were discovered through individuals who voluntarily participated in research in the past. When they support medical research, they are helping build the future of medicine. What is a good day for you at Children’s Health? NRB: A good day for me is when I’m able to do all of the things I enjoy as a doctor. I think I have the best profession in the world. I’m a physician and enjoy taking care of patients. I’m also a teacher. I enjoy teaching medical students, nurses and people who work with me. I love looking for answers, so I enjoy doing research. I have had the privilege to participate in several clinical research studies that have been able to identify new treatments and cures for diseases. Every day offers an opportunity to give back to the community and people I serve. I’m just happy to have the opportunity to do what I do. NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2023 LATINO LEADERS 69
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TASTING NOTES: Cocoa, Peppery, Cinnamon, Tropical Fruits, Coffee Beans. Crafted by Master Blender Manuel Inoa, this delicacy opens with a cedarwood aroma, a testament to the cigar's aging. These initial notes create a smooth introduction for the smoky flavors of pepper, cinnamon, and anise. The bold start paves the way for sweeter undertones, transitioning into a delightful combination of sweet cocoa and creamy coffee beans, culminating in a velvety vanilla finish that establishes perfect balance. As the burn progresses, expect a flavor profile transformation, with dry fruit and rich tropical notes taking center stage, complemented by subtle hints of wild honey and earth to provide a balanced and memorable conclusion to an exceptional smoking experience. Cutter: A full guillotine is required to fully appreciate this magnificent blend. Pairing suggestion: Japanese Whisky, Nikka Coffey Malt Nikka Coffey Malt brings a smooth and elegant character with notes of tropical fruits, malt, and a touch of spice. This can create a harmonious pairing, allowing both the cigar and whisky to shine. NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2023 LATINO LEADERS 71
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Torres “Milmanda” 2017 Chardonnay. ($98) •It is a very hard to get wine. And one of the best whites from Spain is this delicious, aromatic, dry and crisp Chardonnay. It opens with green and tropical aromas with pear and guava notes giving way to a well-balanced and medium bodied wine. Stony and mineral expression of Chardonnay is the best description of this beauty that also displays insinuations of vanilla and dried apple. A good selection of Spanish cheese and olives will make this wine glow and express its wonders. Château Gloria Saint-Julien 2016 ($57)) •For a Bordeaux this young it is, of course, a little shy but complex from the beginning; showing elegant and sophisticated balance, full body and defined Saint-Julien character with cherry-earthy-plum notes. It has a little green pepper background and layers of spice followed by black pepper and ripe berries. A classic and delicious wine, although it lacks explosive expression, it has a beautiful balance and finesse. David Arthur Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2019 Old Vine ($145)) • Impressive concentration of ripe fruit aromas from the beginning. Powerful and muscular with perfumed chocolate, black cherry, and licorice notes. The wine is an absolute impact of sophistication with fruit driven character and mellow style. There is green pepper, pencil shavings, toasted coffee bean and anise hints. it keeps evolving and provides a delightful and long aftertaste. Pure Napa here!!
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