Professionals

In a fireside chat, AL DÍA Publisher and CEO, Hernán Guaracao, and Dr. Jack Ludmir, Senior Vice President of Physician Engagement and Integration at Jefferson Health Care system, talked about Dr. Ludmir’s personal journey, the lack of Latino physicians in Philadelphia, and how to tell the true stories of Latinos in the U.S.

Through her work leading the Human Resources department at Independence Blue Cross, Jeanie Heffernan helps the company build a culture and structure that support the corporate mission.

The four honorees have distinguished themselves throughout their medical careers, and will be celebrated at the AL DÍA Doctors Forum and Reception on Jan. 24.

The venerable product testing and review organization continues to give consumers objective and well-researched product reviews and research.

In 2009, Carmen Ortiz was appointed U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts, becoming both the first woman and the first Latina to fill the position. A long, eventful journey in the field helped lead her to the nomination, and later the confirmation.

During AL DÍA Lawyers Forum on Thursday, Nov. 8, Justice Kevin Dougherty gave his insights into the importance of diversity and inclusion in the justice system.

At AL DÍA's Lawyer's Forum on Nov. 8, we honored these five emerging Latino lawyers.

Justice Dougherty noted that the Pennsylvania Supreme Court — the oldest in the nation, having been founded in 1722 — has never had a Latino or Latina on the bench. "You need to have representation - not only geographical, but gender and racial," he said.

Patricia Salas Pineda is optimistic that Hispanic representation on corporate boards will increase. 

Misconceptions are keeping Hispanics off corporate boards.

Esther Aguilera called for more organization among Latino corporate leaders at the 3rd Annual Latino Corporate Directors Association convention in Chicago on Oct. 18-19.

Latino participation on corporate boards remains low. How can that be changed? 

Anthony López, a Latino expert, author, and speaker on leadership, joined AL DÍA for a discussion on what it means to be a leader, as well as Latino advancement in corporate America. 

Led by the Vice President of Public Affairs and Communications, Liberty Coca-Cola has made major strides in connecting the company with the community and expanding their brand. 

From lawyer and non-profit CEO, to city commissioner and corporate executive, Alba Martinez has made her mark as a leader in private and public sectors throughout Philadelphia, guided by her commitment to justice and equality.

Esteemed professionals in the legal field gathered to discuss the need for more diversity in the U.S. law profession and beyond.

Prospanica Philadelphia's career expo on September 8 will be a space for students and young professionals to network with more than a dozen employers from across Philadelphia.