LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
H Hello LL readers!
The industry of Technology is overflowing with talent. Some we know of and some that still have yet to be recognized. But thanks to Andre Arbelaez, President of HITEC, we were able to meet some of the most influential and recognized Latinos in the Technology industry. This edition stores three great features: Technology, Energy and Insurance. Meet Evelyn Miralles, NASA’s Virtual Reality innovator. Evelyn has been a key innovator for virtual reality. She had led her team in the development of software and training modules for practicing astronauts. All virtual reality you see is attributed to Evelyn and her drive to create innovation. We’ve also included the Top Latinos in Tech. In this article, you will find heavy-hitters like Miguel Gamino, Chief Technology Office for the City of New York, and Rodolfo Dominguez, VP of Business Transformation and Chief Digital Officer at Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA, only to name a few. As you continue, you will come across the list of the Best Companies for Latinos in Tech. These companies have demonstrated the need for Latinos to progress. You will also come across inspiring stories from Tony Jimenez and Laura Gomez, both Tech entrepreneurs. Latino Leaders got the chance sit down with them and we learned about them as entrepreneurs, bosses, and as mentors. In this issue, we have also included our Energy section. Thanks to Arcilia Acosta of Carcon Industries and STL Engineers, who was been such an important part in the feature. Arcilia has been the connecting piece for all our interviews and stories. Flipping through this section, you will be able to find the list of 20 leading Latinos in energy. These leaders have done a remarkable job representing Latinos within their companies, careers, and communities. As you continue, you will find our spotlight article on Vistra leaders Curt Morgan, CEO, and Stephanie Zapata Moore, General Counsel and EVP. To finish this edition of strong, we have also included a small but powerful Insurance section. You will find two lists: Top Latino Agents and Best Insurance Companies. Our Latino Leaders team has done extensive research to deliver the Top Latino Agents and the Best Insurance Companies in the US that have made an effort to reach one of the most important communities: Latinos. Inspiration comes in so many shapes and forms. We had the opportunity to chat with Director, Robyn Flatt, and Lead Actor, Edwin Alan Aguilar, for the Children’s play “Tomas and the Library Lady”. This play, which is based on a true story, tells the story of Tomas Rivera and his journey to the United States. His will to achieve and become somebody was his drive. Tomas Rivera’s story has been so impactful that it was recreated and adapted for a children’s play in Dallas. I couldn’t be any prouder of this edition and the great collaborative work of the entire staff at Latino Leaders in partnership with HITEC and Arcilia Acosta!
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