On March 31, 2021, Lilliana Vazquez announced to the world that she was expecting! AW had the wonderful opportunity to speak with the style genius and interviewer to get the scoop. We talked about some of the challenges faced during the time leading up to her announcement. She was candid when discussing her journey with IVF, […]
Gabriela Ponce‘s recent interview with CNN Espanol gave viewers insight into her knowledge on the development of the highly popular racing video game Forza but the spotlight, also offered hope. It was super inspiring to see a woman that looked like me thrive in a field that is mostly, male. AW had a chance to […]
The shortage of Latino representation is a hot topic that is not going away anytime soon. In 2019, a Forbes article disclosed that less than 5% of speaking roles for top-grossing movies in the US were given out to Latinos. The numbers for us, behind the cameras were just as gloomy. The following year, CNN […]
Alexandra Garcia first came to my attention at the Smashbox Jefacon Conference in 2020. I instantly clicked with her presentation on how to effectively shape our stories. She has over a decade of marketing experience working with Fortune 500 brands across various industries and currently works at Google as Program Manager of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. […]
The first time I boarded a flight alone, I felt an inexplicable level of anxiety. The idea of leaving my comfort zone, and separating myself from everything I knew was daunting. Up to that point, I had not traveled alone, therefore a trip from New York to Montana seemed crazy but I was ready! Organizing […]
Manifestation is the realization of something that’s been conceptualized or visualized. It is not a simple wish but a belief that the things you’re wanting are already yours. Certainly, there’s an immense amount of work behind manifestations, we don’t just blink dreams into reality. However, they can happen if you are determined, persistent, and have […]
Heather Fink has been named Top Cosmetic CEO of 2021 by IAOTP (International Association of Top Professionals). She comes with 30 years of expertise under her belt, working with some of the most prestigious brands. MAC, Essie, Bebe, Victoria’s Secret, Agent Provocateur, L’Oreal, Estee Lauder, and QVC are among the names she has worked with […]
My daughter will be a young adult soon, in no way does this mean worries subside, just change. The concerns that parents bear today is enough to burden the lightest of hearts, impossible not to be overwhelmed with thoughts of the future. I sat down for a Zoom call with pediatrician, Dr. Olivero to discuss […]
My appreciation for wine began during my 20’s. However, it wasn’t until the 30’s when I took a genuine interest in learning about the many regions, varieties, and vineyards making the fermented grape juice. The world of wine is complex and extensive which takes time to understand. No two palates are the same, neither are […]
During an age when a child’s only worry should be school, friends and enjoying their favorite pastime, Maria Trusa was dealing with an adult ordeal. At the age of 9, she was the victim of a violent sexual assault at the hands of an unconscionable and vicious man. The crime left scars that ran far […]
