If you don’t know the name Crystal Roman yet, we need to change it because she’s not just raising the curtain on Afro-Latina identity, she’s rewriting the script entirely. The Bronx-born powerhouse is the CEO and founder of the Black Latina Movement, a theater company, cultural space, and living, breathing revolution that began in 2008 […]
According to a 2024 Globe Newswire article, the global tequila market size surpassed $16 billion and is projected to continue flourishing. Tequila is one of the most competitive categories of spirits. The Industry, dominated by men, has been disrupted by women, who launch new tequila brands yearly. Dafna Mizrahi is the Founder of Curamia Tequila […]
Rebecca Alvarez is a champion for women. She is blazing her trail, helping us destigmatize pleasure and instead empowering us to embrace it. This Latina is a nationally recognized Sexologist. She was featured in People Español, The Cut, Business Insider, Refinery 29, Forbes, TODAY, and Calo News. She is the Founder of Bloomi, a company […]
Carolina Alduey is a former Publicist turned Talent Manager. The native New Yorker began her career at Columbia Records where she assisted with press campaigns for mega artists like John Legend, Maxwell, and Beyoncé. She also worked on brand campaigns for Netflix, Hennessy, Hispanicize, and the Latinx digital conference. Currently, she uses her experience to […]
Two of the most rewarding aspects of interviewing are the connection and inspiration that result from an exchange with a guest. In November 2023, I attended the Morir Soñando Comedy Experience at Uptown’s United Palace in New York City. The Dominican Comedy Show offers a platform for rising POC comics and celebrates heritage. Comedian, Writer, […]
Award speeches often begin with a celebration of accomplishments. We see the person in his or her glory and seldom think about the hardship endured on the way to the win. Loren Escandón graduated with a degree in Theatre from Universidad del Valle in Colombia. Instead of staying put in her native country, she made a […]
Joelle Garguilo is currently an Entertainment Reporter at ABC-7 News. She is an Emmy Winning Reporter, Producer, and Former Media Personality on NBC’s New York Live and Today Show. The journalist is strikingly genuine, possessing a jovial attitude that makes her interview style delightful. AW had the wonderful opportunity to sit down with the Television […]
The road to our dreams is never easy. We are discouraged by rejection, delays, naysayers, and the challenges presented along the way to success. Eilyn Jimenez says that “With tenacity, dedication, and hard work, anything is possible.” About 5 years ago, Eilyn dreamed about where she is today and the experiences she is living. Her […]
The world has changed significantly, over the course of the last several years. Some will say, our country has regressed, while others may argue that it’s not as bad, as it seems. Whatever side you are on, it is important to continue conversations that shed light on difficult subjects. In order to contribute to the […]
I vividly remember the day, I turned 50 years old! We were in CoVid lockdown. My daughter was spending her senior year of high school at home and surprised me with delicious cupcakes. I had more than enough time for reflection. As I blew out my candle, all I could think about was getting older […]
