Emilio Alvarez-Recio, the Cuban-American international corporate executive whose name became synonymous with Colgate-Palmolive, passed away last week in Key Biscayne, Florida. Born in Havana, Cuba, on February 12, 1938, Emilio De La Torre Alvarez-Recio came to the United States as a political exile from dictator Fidel Castro’s regime. At the fresh age of 24 he … Read more
The Federal Trade Commission and seven states sued Live Nation and Ticketmaster for tacitly coordinating with brokers and allowing them to harvest millions of dollars worth of tickets in the primary market. Live Nation and Ticketmaster then sell the illegally harvested tickets at a substantial markup in the secondary market, causing consumers to pay significantly … Read more
It’s been 20 years since the American Community Survey (ACS) began collecting detailed information on the U.S. population and the housing they live in, giving us a window into changes that reshaped the nation’s housing over two decades. Despite the 2007 housing crash sparked by the subprime mortgage crisis and Great Recession, the nation’s housing … Read more
The Latin Recording Academy® announced the nominees for the 26th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards®, the preeminent international honor celebrating excellence in Latin music, and the only accolade awarded by music industry professionals. The Latin Academy’s membership body of music creators, who represent all genres and creative disciplines—including recording artists, songwriters, producers, recording engineers and mixers—vote … Read more
A historic milestone in the world of American football has been reached with the establishment of the Hispanic Football Hall of Fame (HFHOF), an organization dedicated to recognizing and honoring the extraordinary contributions of Hispanic players, coaches, and contributors at every level of the game. The HFHOF will serve as a living tribute to the … Read more
The 23rd Annual Hispanic Television Summit will be presented on Monday, October 20, 2025, in the Playwright Ballroom on the 3rd floor of the New York Marriott Marquis,1535 Broadway in New York City. The Summit is the longest running, “must-attend” annual event for those in the business of television intended for Hispanic audiences in the … Read more
By Maria Lucia Parra When we talk about the American Dream, it often sounds like a singular promise: work hard, buy a house, raise a family, live free. But for Hispanic Americans, the dream is far from one-dimensional. It is shaped by heritage, rooted in family, and reimagined across generations. You can hear it in … Read more
By Rishad Tobaccowala Would you like to be indispensable at work ? Not just a cog in the machine but the cog that drives the machine? Well then spend 30 minutes and learn how to do so from Chris Hirst who among other things was the Global CEO of Havas Creative in the latest What … Read more
Commemorating 75 years of tradition, culture, and quintessential flavors, Jarritos, the authentic Mexican soda brand known for its refreshing and bold taste, is celebrating the way it does best — boldly, colorfully, and with a lot of corazón. To mark this milestone, Jarritos is launching a worldwide anniversary celebration, featuring a specialty sweepstakes, pop-up events … Read more
By Isabella Maldonado The press release used to be the golden ticket. Polished. Controlled. Perfectly timed. But today? Audiences don’t want polish. They want process. We’ve entered the era of building in public. Instead of waiting for media coverage, brands now gain credibility by sharing their journey online. Instead of chasing an audience, the real … Read more
By David Sánchez Y’s Bicultural, bilingual Latinos are engaging with culturally relevant creative—sometimes in Spanish, sometimes in Spanglish, or even English in stories that reflect their real lives. But when they convert, they might do so through a general market product, website, or brand. In companies where general market and multicultural teams operate separately, this … Read more
Hispanic audiences are taking control of the way they shape their own media experiences, driving trends and redefining how content is created and consumed. As this powerful consumer group adapts and evolves, there are opportunities for brands and advertisers to leverage. To download report, CLICK HERE.
“Transparency” is all the rage nowadays. It’s what everyone is asking for, from consumers expecting products that do as advertised to competitions expecting honest campaign submissions with unfabricated results. However, it can be argued that there are cases in which transparency is taken too far. In the eyes of the American Association of Advertising Agencies (4As), … Read more
Kicking-off Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15), Aquí: The Accountability Movement (Aquí) is urging all to “Buy Latino, Build America” in a national digital campaign inviting consumers, institutions, and corporations to support Latino-owned businesses and close the equity gap in America’s economy. “Buy Latino” is part of Aquí’s “Somos América” program that uplifts … Read more
Median household income in the United States for householders age 25 and over was $85,580 in 2024 — marking an 18% increase from 2004. However, the income gap between those with college degrees and those with high school degrees but no college widened over the last two decades. Median household income is the midpoint where … Read more
The median monthly owner costs for U.S. homeowners with a mortgage increased to $2,035 in 2024 from $1,960 (inflation-adjusted) in 2023, according to new American Community Survey (ACS) 1-year estimates released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. “One way we measure housing affordability is based on how much households spend on selected costs such as … Read more
LG Ad Solutions released its 2025 Inclusive Screen report, highlighting the TV viewing habits and preferences of diverse American audiences, including Black, Hispanic, Asian and LGBTQ+ CTV viewers. The findings underscore that as streaming – especially free streaming – gains preference, CTV uniquely delivers the personalized, relevant experiences these influential audiences expect. Industry-wide, personalization has … Read more
Get After It Media (GAIM), home to The Heartland Network, Retro TV, The Family Channel, The Action Channel, and Rev’n, announced the appointment of seasoned industry veteran Sebastian Trujillo as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). “Sebas and I have worked together and known each other for decades. He brings a deep understanding of where we are … Read more
Hispanic consumers are leading the way when it comes to consumption of streaming content, a new Nielsen report finds. In fact, streaming drives 55.8% of total TV time for Hispanic viewers, surpassing the 46% for the rest of the U.S. Furthermore, Hispanic audiences outpaced general U.S. viewership of streaming services YouTube, Netflix and Disney, that … Read more
Storytelling is forever. No matter how technology advances and changes the way people consume information, work, and even socialize, the power of effective storytelling will never become obsolete; if anything, a compelling narrative can help brands stand out in a sea of sameness and boringness. To ed more, CLICK HERE. Courtesy of The Association of … Read more
