A LA LATINA – Presented by MoneyLion

In this incredible episode of "A LA LATINA," Claudia Romo Edelman and Cynthia Kleinbaum Milner meet with Gabriela Ramirez, Executive Director and Head of Wealth Management, USA, Field and Strategic Hiring at UBS. With over 20 years of experience in the finance industry, Gabriela has become a Trailblazer in executive and strategic recruiting, focusing on fostering a diverse culture of Financial Advisors and Field Leaders within Wealth Management Americas (WMA). Gabriela shares her journey from starting her career in Mexico City to her significant roles at J.P. Morgan and Credit Suisse, where she led initiatives to drive growth and diversity in Private Banking across North and Latin America. Her deep understanding of the industry, combined with strong relationships she has cultivated over the years, empowers her to identify and recruit exceptional talent that enhances profitability and innovation within the sector. In this uplifting conversation, Gabriela provides listeners with actionable tips on how to prepare for interviews, emphasizes the importance of prioritizing personal life, and encourages everyone to embrace their unique qualities as strengths. Key Takeaways: Interview preparation: Gabriela offers essential strategies to help you stand out in interviews and secure the job you aspire to. Prioritize your life: Learn how to maintain a healthy work-life balance, recognizing the importance of not taking your personal life for granted. Embrace your uniqueness: Discover how your distinctive attributes can be leveraged as your greatest assets, making you stronger in the workplace. Tune in for an episode filled with wisdom, inspiration, and actionable advice that will empower you to navigate your career authentically and successfully! Listen to the extended video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ALaLatinaPodcast/videos Visit our website to nominate yourself or another Latina to be on the podcast: alalatina.com FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS Instagram: @alalatinapodcast Tiktok: @alalatinapodcast Youtube: @alalatinapodcast Facebook: A La Latina Podcast For partnership opportunities, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this new episode of "A LA LATINA: The Playbook to Succeed Being Your Authentic Self," Claudia Romo Edelman and Cynthia Kleinbaum Milner are thrilled to welcome Kiki Del Valle, the Division President for North Latin America at Mastercard. With an impressive career spanning over two decades, Kiki is a strategic and results-driven leader, bringing a wealth of experience in digital transformation, financial inclusion, and global product development. Kiki's leadership journey has taken her across various regions, including the U.S., Global, and Latin America and the Caribbean, where she has held diverse roles that underscore her ability to drive meaningful impact. In this incredible episode, Kiki shares her insights on how to choose your next career move based on current trends, personal passions, and areas where you can truly make a difference. She emphasizes the power of her Latina values as leadership superpowers, which have not only helped her attract top talent but also foster innovation within her teams. Additionally, Kiki discusses how her sense of curiosity has been a catalyst for her growth, proving that an inquisitive mindset can lead to exciting new opportunities. Here the three takeaways: Choosing your path: Gain a framework to select your next role based on current trends, personal passion, and potential for impact. Latina leadership superpowers: Discover how embracing your cultural values can enhance your leadership style and attract top talent. Curiosity as a catalyst: Explore how a curious mindset can be a powerful driver for growth and success in your career. Tune in for an episode filled with inspiration, actionable insights, and the encouragement to embrace your authentic self on your journey to success! Listen to the extended video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ALaLatinaPodcast/videos Visit our website to nominate yourself or another Latina to be on the podcast: alalatina.com FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS Instagram: @alalatinapodcast Tiktok: @alalatinapodcast Youtube: @alalatinapodcast Facebook: A La Latina Podcast For partnership opportunities, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this inspiring episode of "A LA LATINA," Claudia Romo Edelman and Cynthia Kleinbaum Milner welcome Sofia Hernandez, Global Head of Business Marketing at TikTok. With over 18 years of experience leading iconic marketing campaigns for Fortune 500 companies like P&G, J&J, Netflix, and Spotify, Sofia shares her journey of blending authenticity with innovative marketing strategies that drive culture both on and off the platform. Passionate about fostering inclusion, Sofia is part of the elite 1% of Latina executives in tech, committed to integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion into every facet of her work—from hiring practices to marketing strategies. A social justice advocate at heart, Sofia also co-founded the apparel line Black on Black BK, promoting messages of equality and empowerment. Here the three takeaways of the incredible conversation Key Takeaways: Bringing Your Authentic Self to Work: Discover the true meaning of authenticity in the workplace and how it can unlock your potential and foster creativity. Marketing for Latinos: Learn why marketing is a powerful career path for Latinos, who are not just consumers but creators of culture. The Power of Connection: Understand how building a robust network can open doors, as demonstrated by Sofia’s impressive career trajectory. Join us for this empowering conversation and gain insights to thrive as your authentic self in every aspect of life! Listen to the extended video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ALaLatinaPodcast/videos Visit our website to nominate yourself or another Latina to be on the podcast: alalatina.com FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS Instagram: @alalatinapodcast Tiktok: @alalatinapodcast Youtube: @alalatinapodcast Facebook: A La Latina Podcast For partnership opportunities, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of A LA LATINA: The Playbook to Succeed Being Your Authentic Self, Claudia Romo Edelman and Cynthia Kleinbaum Milner hosted the incredible  Monica Bauer, PepsiCo's Global Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer.  With an impressive career at PepsiCo, where her leadership has been instrumental in shaping global diversity and inclusion strategies, Monica brings unparalleled insights into achieving success while staying true to oneself. Here are the three key takeaways from this empowering conversation: Embrace and own your power: Monica shares invaluable strategies on how to recognize your own power and use it to its fullest potential. Discover how to stay true to yourself and maintain your power without compromising your values. Master the art of self-promotion: Learn the essential do's and don'ts of self-promotion from Monica. She provides practical tips on how to effectively advocate for yourself and highlight your achievements in a way that benefits your career and personal growth. Support and empower each other: The episode emphasizes the importance of collective empowerment. Monica discusses how Latinas can uplift one another, fostering a supportive network that amplifies everyone's success. Through this episode, Monica brings a wealth of insight into how Latinas can harness their unique strengths and rise to new heights. Tune in for a dose of motivation and actionable advice that will help you thrive authentically and powerfully. Listen to the extended video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ALaLatinaPodcast/videos Visit our website to nominate yourself or another Latina to be on the podcast: alalatina.com FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS Instagram: @alalatinapodcast Tiktok: @alalatinapodcast Youtube: @alalatinapodcast Facebook: A La Latina Podcast For partnership opportunities, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to this episode of “A LA LATINA: The Playbook to Succeed Being Your Authentic Self,” where Cynthia Kleinbaum Milner is honored to host the remarkable Xiomara Gallego-Bernard, a children’s book author. We created this special episode to help working moms manage the extra stress of back-to-school time, especially if you have a sensitive child who’s anxious about returning to school. We know that stress at home can impact your success at work. This episode is designed to offer guidance and support for moms navigating these challenges. Xiomara’s latest book, Tomás Returns to School, is inspired by her personal experience supporting her highly sensitive child and addresses the critical need for literature focused on these unique challenges. Her writing not only provides practical coping strategies but also reflects her own sensitivity and childhood experiences. Here are the three key takeaways from the interview: 1.-Normalize the conversation: Open discussions about parenting highly sensitive children help us connect with others in similar situations and show that these challenges do not limit our professional achievements. 2.-Strategies to communicate with your sensitive child: Xiomara shares valuable strategies for communicating with sensitive children, insights that are also beneficial for improving team interactions in the workplace. 3.-It Is never too late to find your purpose: Xiomara’s journey highlights that discovering your purpose can happen at any stage in life. If you’re still searching, stay hopeful—your path is out there waiting. Don’t miss this episode filled with optimism and practical wisdom from Xiomara Gallego-Bernard on “A LA LATINA”! Have a great back-to-school season! Listen to the extended video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ALaLatinaPodcast/videos Visit our website to nominate yourself or another Latina to be on the podcast: alalatina.com FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS Instagram: @alalatinapodcast Tiktok: @alalatinapodcast Youtube: @alalatinapodcast Facebook: A La Latina Podcast For partnership opportunities, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the compelling season finale of "A LA LATINA: The Playbook to Succeed Being Your Authentic Self," hosts Claudia Romo Edelman and Cynthia Kleinbaum Milner wrap up the powerful second season by revisiting and reinforcing the essential lessons shared by their incredible Latina Trailblazer guests. This season has reinforced the importance of embracing our cultural identity, taking risks, saying yes to opportunities, building a strong reputation, seeking mentors and sponsors, and understanding that career paths are not always linear. Claudia and Cynthia emphasize that being your authentic self is the foundation of success. A key highlight of the finale is the ten-strategy "Latina Playbook," derived from the insights of Latinas in corporate America, filling this episode with valuable insights about pursuing self-discovery, utilizing feedback for growth, learning continuously, and developing meaningful relationships. They highlight the importance of adaptability without losing one's essence and inspire Latinas to aim high and dream big, reminding them that they are in a unique position to achieve greatness. This wrap-up episode is a celebration of the resilience, courage, and potential of Latinas, urging everyone to lead, succeed, and support one another. Join Claudia and Cynthia in this valuable conclusion to season two and continue the journey of growth and empowerment with "A LA LATINA." Listen to the extended video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ALaLatinaPodcast/videos Visit our website to nominate yourself or another Latina to be on the podcast: alalatina.com FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS Instagram: @alalatinapodcast Tiktok: @alalatinapodcast Youtube: @alalatinapodcast Facebook: A La Latina Podcast For partnership opportunities, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode, Cynthia interviews Claudia, who is not only the co-host of "A LA LATINA", but a dynamic leader, social entrepreneur, and dedicated advocate for the Latino community. With a career spanning influential roles at the United Nations, the World Economic Forum, and various global initiatives, Claudia has consistently championed diversity, inclusion, and social justice. Claudia shares her personal journey, revealing how witnessing Latinos downplaying their heritage due to systemic barriers and societal perceptions drove her to action. She discusses founding the We Are All Human Foundation, initially aimed at combating racism and discrimination globally, and how her focus shifted to addressing the unique challenges faced by Latinos. Claudia highlights the creation of the "Hispanic Promise," a pledge endorsed by over 350 companies to create more inclusive environments for Latinos. In addition to her advocacy work, Claudia talks about her entrepreneurial venture—launching her own brand of Sotol, a traditional spirit her family has been producing for four decades. This venture underscores her belief in taking risks and following one's instincts, lessons she wishes she had embraced earlier in her career. Throughout the conversation, Claudia provides valuable insights into her data-driven approach to promoting Latino inclusion, her role in introducing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Lions at the Cannes Advertisement Festival, and the importance of authenticity in the workplace. Here are the takeaways: Embrace Risk and Trust Your Intuition: Claudia reflects on her journey, expressing that she would have taken more risks earlier in her career. She highlights the importance of trusting one's intuition, which is a blend of experience and intelligence, and believing in one's capabilities. The Power of Manifestation and Collaboration: Claudia emphasizes the importance of articulating goals and ambitions clearly. By expressing one's vision, it becomes easier to attract like-minded individuals who are willing to collaborate and support the mission. Support and Elevate Each Other: The conversation underscores the value of mutual support within the Latina community. Claudia and her co-host discuss how their complementary skills have led to successful collaboration, demonstrating how Latinas can help, support, and open doors for one another to achieve collective success. Join us as we delve into Claudia Romo Edelman's inspiring story and learn how her work continues to pave the way for future generations, showcasing that with unity, pride, and determination, the Latino community can achieve extraordinary success and recognition. Listen to the extended video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ALaLatinaPodcast/videos Visit our website to nominate yourself or another Latina to be on the podcast: alalatina.com FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS Instagram: @alalatinapodcast Tiktok: @alalatinapodcast Youtube: @alalatinapodcast Facebook: A La Latina Podcast For partnership opportunities, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we are honored to host Dr. Ana G. Cepin, an Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. In today’s episode, Dr. Cepin shares her comprehensive approach to medicine and community health, underlined by her dedication to equity and inclusion. Here are three key takeaways from our enlightening discussion: 1. The Power of Affinity Groups: Dr. Cepin underscores the power of affinity groups in providing vital support and fostering inclusivity, especially in professional environments that can feel isolating for minorities. These groups are essential for navigating and thriving in such spaces. 2. Pursuing Dreams Against Financial Odds: With a steadfast belief that financial limitations should not prevent one from reaching their aspirations, Dr. Cepin encourages listeners to leverage available resources to pursue their dreams, emphasizing the transformative power of education and community support. 3. The Impact of Role Models: Reflecting on her own career path, Dr. Cepin discusses the profound impact of having role models who mirror one’s background and potential. Her journey was inspired by her pediatrician, leading her to a fulfilling career in medicine where she now serves as a role model herself. Dr. Cepin’s work extends beyond clinical practice to significant roles in administrative and educational spheres. As Director of Community Women's Health, she actively works to improve health outcomes for local women. Additionally, as Co-Director of the Ob/Gyn Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Columbia, she champions initiatives aimed at advancing health equity. Her clinical expertise encompasses all aspects of preventative care, family planning, and general gynecology, making her a pivotal figure in both her professional community and the broader context of women's health advocacy. Tune in to this episode for a deep dive into how Dr. Cepin leverages her roles to impact women’s health and foster an inclusive environment in the field of medicine. Listen to the extended video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ALaLatinaPodcast/videos Visit our website to nominate yourself or another Latina to be on the podcast: alalatina.com FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS Instagram: @alalatinapodcast Tiktok: @alalatinapodcast Youtube: @alalatinapodcast Facebook: A La Latina Podcast For partnership opportunities, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this uplifting episode, Claudia and Cynthia sit down with the remarkable Michelle Freyre, President of Global Brands at Clinique and Origins, and recently appointed board member of United Airlines. Michelle is a dynamic senior executive with 25 years of proven leadership and a strong track record of delivering industry-leading results and building high-performing, externally-focused organizations passionate about winning. With diverse and deep expertise in revenue acceleration, P&L management, brand building, channel strategy, manufacturing, and compliance, Michelle has delivered strong performance in both successful and turnaround environments. Some of the key takeaways of this episode include: Embracing Your Authentic Self: Michelle emphasizes that the sooner you become comfortable with who you truly are, the faster you'll climb the ladder of success. Stop hiding your Latinidad and let your true self shine. Passion as a Superpower: According to Michelle, passion is the key to success. Loving what you do is essential for achieving greatness and staying motivated. The Importance of Networking with Headhunters: Building relationships with headhunters and recruiters is crucial, even if you're not currently looking to make a career move. When the time comes, they will be ready to take your call. Michelle has been named to Fortune’s list of Top 50 Most Powerful Latinas in Business for two years in a row (2018 & 2019), honored as a 2018 Working Mother of the Year, recognized in the Top 10 LATINA Corporate Executives of 2017, and included in People En Español's 25 Most Influential Women of 2017. She also received a 2016 CEW Achiever Award for her outstanding contributions to the beauty industry. A native Spanish speaker, Michelle is a passionate talent developer and a champion for Diversity & Inclusion. Tune in to A LA LATINA for more inspiring stories and practical advice on how to succeed by being your authentic self! Listen to the extended video version of this episode on our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ALaLatinaPodcast/videos Visit our website to nominate yourself or another Latina to be on the podcast: alalatina.com FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS Instagram: @alalatinapodcast Tiktok: @alalatinapodcast Youtube: @alalatinapodcast Facebook: A La Latina Podcast For partnership opportunities, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we are privileged to host Patricia Pacheco, Managing Director and Private Client Advisor at Bank of America, who shares her journey of resilience and empowerment. Patricia's story is one of transformation and tenacity, as she navigates through profound personal losses to emerge as a leader in the financial sector. Here are the three pivotal takeaways from our conversation: Building Bridges Through Relationships: Patricia’s first breakthrough came from her natural ability to engage and connect with others. Her story of transitioning from a waitress discussing her ambitions with patrons to securing an interview at American Express through a diner's recommendation illustrates the power of everyday connections and the importance of sharing your story. Leveraging Personal Loss for Professional Gain: Facing the heartbreak of losing close family members, Patricia channeled her grief into her professional aspirations, using these personal trials as a catalyst for her career. Her journey is a testament to using personal challenges as fuel to pursue and realize your dreams. Advocating for Financial Inclusion: Patricia is passionately committed to democratizing financial empowerment. She emphasizes the need for financial services that are accessible and beneficial to all, particularly underserved communities, highlighting how financial inclusion is integral to creating equitable opportunities. This episode not only explores the remarkable resilience and ambition of Patricia Pacheco but also offers inspiration and actionable insights for anyone looking to transform adversity into an empowering pathway to success. Tune in to be inspired and learn how to navigate your own challenges with courage and determination, turning personal hardships into opportunities for growth and impact. Listen to the extended video version of this episode on our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ALaLatinaPodcast/videos Visit our website to nominate yourself or another Latina to be on the podcast: alalatina.com FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS Instagram: @alalatinapodcast Tiktok: @alalatinapodcast Youtube: @alalatinapodcast Facebook: A La Latina Podcast For partnership opportunities, click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices