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Unlocking the growing power of Latino fans: Building a stronger sports economy
Across stadiums, screens, and social platforms, Latinos represent the future of sports fandom in America. Young, passionate, digitally fluent, and willing to spend, this fan group embodies the habits and expectations of tomorrow’s audience. With ties to professional leagues, community clubs, and recreational sports, Latino fans are a powerful force that drive ticket sales, streaming, and media consumption at scale. And as members of one of the fastest growing and most diverse demographic segments in the United States, these fans have an influence that is only accelerating.
California Latino GDP Surges Past $1 Trillion [REPORT]
If California Latinos were an independent state, their GDP would be the nation’s sixth-largest state GDP, larger than the economy of Pennsylvania or Ohio, according to the 2025 California Latino GDP Report by researchers at California Lutheran University and UCLA.
MediaCo expands EstrellaTV Network footprint with Launch of WMBC-TV in New York
MediaCo Holding Inc. announced the launch of WMBC-TV in New York, a full-power HD “must carry” television station, now featuring the EstrellaTV Network, one of the fastest-growing Spanish-language broadcast networks in the U.S.
Latest Economic Report Reveals Persistent Wealth Gap for Latinas Despite $1.3 Trillion Contribution to U.S. Economy [REPORT]
On Latina Equal Pay Day, LatinoProsperity released a landmark report, Latina Wealth in America: Breaking Barriers, Building Futures, exposing persistent barriers tied to the depth of the Latina wealth gap.
Predictions 2026: Marketing Agencies Resign Their Agency
Once singularly focused client partners, marketing agencies are forgoing their franchise to act as agents on behalf of clients. Instead, they will become marketing purveyors that operate across several business modes: vendors that execute programs; merchants that resell software and media; affiliates that contribute capabilities to larger, matrixed organizations; and partners that deliver client-centric marketing services. With each consolidation, acquisition, or PE investment, marketing agencies’ vision moves further away from being providers of agnostic services and creators of culture to purveyors of enterprise platforms and orchestrators of strategy and execution. Put simply, your agencies will no longer act solely as your agents but also as owners of products/solutions, resellers of technology partnerships, and developers of emerging capabilities.
Sedano’s Supermarkets Receives Miami-Dade County Proclamation Declaring October 10 as “Sedano’s Supermarkets Day”
Sedano's Supermarkets, the leading Hispanic grocer in the U.S., is proud to announce that Miami-Dade County has officially proclaimed October 10 as "Sedano's Supermarkets Day" in recognition of the company's decades-long commitment to serving the community.
ANA Bolsters Inclusive Marketing Practice with Launch of SeeAll Marketing Alliance
The Association of National Advertisers (ANA) announced the creation of the SeeAll Marketing Alliance (SAMA), an evolved Inclusive Marketing practice that will help brands accelerate unlocking new pathways to growth through inclusive marketing by connecting with each and every consumer. SAMA brings together the collective power and expertise of ANA’s existing inclusive marketing entities including the Alliance for Inclusive and Multicultural Marketing (AIMM), SeeHer, and the ANA Multicultural practice under a unified umbrella. Together they will deliver an expanded range of offerings to help marketers and their partners authentically represent and connect with each and every consumer with the goal of converting to brand sales and growth.
Tariffs at the Checkout: How U.S. Consumers Are Reacting to Price Pressure
Most U.S. consumers believe they are shouldering the cost of tariffs, and many are changing what, where and how they shop. L.E.K. Consulting’s research shows that nearly half are already paying more than they think is acceptable, with apparel, durable goods and beauty products most at risk.
In the gen AI economy, consumers want innovation they can trust
Deloitte’s 2025 Connected Consumer Survey reveals that, by pairing strong data responsibility with bold innovation, tech companies can win greater trust, loyalty, and spending
AD Club of NY Innovator: Stacie de Armas
Stacie de Armas is a pioneering media and entertainment executive driving transformative change in inclusive audience measurement and insights.
Digitoonz Spain signs exclusive global distribution deal for two new animated shows with Canela Media
Digitoonz Spain, the European subsidiary of Digitoonz Media & Entertainment—a leading international animation studio headquartered in India with operations in the United States and Europe—is proud to announce it has signed an exclusive agreement for the global distribution of SúperEllas and Plaza de Aventuras, two new animated TV series produced by Canela Media, a leading, technology-driven media company dedicated to connecting brands with Hispanic audiences across the U.S. and Latin America.
Telemundo Studios Launches First-Ever Latino Podcast Incubator in Partnership with University of Miami
NBCUniversal Telemundo Studios announced the launch of an industry-first podcast incubator in partnership with the University of Miami, giving student creators access to Telemundo’s production resources, mentorship and distribution platforms.
How Parents Manage Screen Time for Kids [REPORT]
From YouTube to smartphones to tablets, tech is part of kids’ lives. AI chatbots are part of the mix now, too. While parents strive to manage screens, 42% say they could do better
Amigas Mia’s: A Latina-Led Creator Company Turning Influence into Ownership
Jennifer Holguin, Colombian-American entrepreneur and visionary second-time founder, today announces the launch of Amigas Mia's, a groundbreaking digital media and talent management company redefining what it means to be a creator in today's economy. Building on her decade of success with The JGO Agency, one of the beauty industry's most respected talent agencies, Holguin returns with a bold mission: to move creators from influence to ownership.
ANA Unveils Winners of the 2025 Multicultural and Inclusive Marketing Excellence Awards
The Association of National Advertisers (ANA) announced the winners of the 2025 Multicultural and Inclusive Marketing Excellence Awards, honoring brands that are embracing the full spectrum of consumer identities and embedding inclusive practices to drive measurable impact—achieving both market expansion and brand loyalty. The awards span 20 categories such as Experiential Marketing, Rising Multicultural Segments, Hispanic, Data and Measurement Excellence, People with Disabilities and Neurodivergent Communities, African American, and includes a Best in Show. The awards were presented at an evening gala event during the ANA Multicultural & Inclusive Marketing Conference in Carlsbad, CA.
AD Club of NY Innovator: Michael Roca
As Executive Director of Omnicom Media Group’s Cross-Cultural Center of Excellence, Michael Roca helps Fortune 500 brands unlock growth through culturally relevant media strategies that deliver measurable results. He has partnered with industry leaders including Diageo, Google, and P&G to authentically engage diverse consumer segments—driving brand equity, loyalty, and ROI.
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises Names Joaquin Duro EVP of Sports and Head of Streaming
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises appointed Joaquin Duro as EVP, Sports and Head of Streaming, effective immediately. In addition to running Telemundo Deportes, the network’s award-winning sports division, Duro will expand his responsibilities to include oversight of the company’s’ overall streaming business. He will continue to report to Luis Fernandez, Chairman, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises.
Nuestra Herencia Sana: OurNursesSonBravas® y Bravos Celebrates Hispanic Nurses and Community Healing
“Nuestra Herencia Sana” (“Our Heritage Heals”) is the 2025 campaign from OurNursesSonBravas® y Bravos, a national initiative created and fully stewarded by Semilla Multicultural™. This year, the campaign celebrates its fifth anniversary with a local launch at Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus, while continuing to highlight nurses and communities nationwide.
AD Club of NY Innovator: Isabela Sanchez
As Zubi Advertising’s Vice President of Media Integration, Isabella oversees all strategic media planning and execution for Zubi’s clients, as well as new business development efforts.
HMC Unveils New Study on U.S. Hispanic Beauty and Skincare: Belleza Latina Young Latinas have shifted from high-glam ideals toward a more natural skincare approach that blends cultural heritage with global influence
Skincare is taking center stage for U.S. Latinas. According to a new Hispanic Marketing Council (HMC) study, Belleza Latina: Uncovering What’s Shaping U.S. Hispanic Beauty & Skincare, nine in 10 Latinas ages 18 to 34 say clear, healthy skin is extremely important to them. In fact, 56% say their skincare routine is a source of confidence, and nine in 10 indicate they will pass on their beauty rituals to younger family members. And, when it comes to makeup, these young women are opting for a more simplified look, but 76% tap into the Latina “beauty trinity” of defined brows, lashes, and lips.
