Investment
When Media Monetizes Fear: A Question for Leadership
I came to this country as a child, part of a refugee family seeking safety, stability, and opportunity. Like millions of others, Spanish-language media became an indispensable part of our daily life—not just as entertainment, but as orientation. It helped us make sense of our new world, how things worked, and reinforced the fact that we belonged. That’s why, as a media executive and storyteller, I’ve been thinking deeply about the decision by major Spanish-language broadcasters to accept advertising dollars from U.S. government agencies currently engaged in aggressive immigration enforcement. This isn’t an ideological critique. It’s a leadership question. By Tony Hernandez - Founder of the Immigrant Archive Project
Income, Poverty and Health Insurance Coverage in the United States: 2024
The U.S. Census Bureau announced that real median household income was $83,730 in 2024, not statistically different from the 2023 estimate of $82,690. The official poverty rate fell 0.4 percentage points to 10.6% in 2024.
CMOs: your marketing procurement team might be more useful than you think
Marketing procurement has been on a journey for the best part of a decade. Many of you will remember WFA’s Project Spring back in 2018 – the first time we really understood how the function was perceived within organizations.
MediaCo appoints Albert Rodriguez to its Board of Directors
MediaCo Holding Inc.announced the appointment of Albert Rodriguez to its Board of Directors. Mr. Rodriguez was previously appointed to President and Chief Executive Officer of MediaCo in early 2025.
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.
Retail CEOs share tariff impacts ahead of holiday shopping
The holiday shopping season is rapidly approaching, and retailers are preparing for one of the industry’s most critical periods. But behind the scenes of cheer and celebration, many businesses face mounting pressure from current trade policies — including rising costs, supply chain uncertainty and tough decisions around staffing and investments.
The traditional CMO is obsolete.
The role has been split in two, and there is no middle ground. There is the brand steward, the budget manager, the leader of a cost center. And there is the Chief Revenue Architect. By Adria Garcia Camara - CMO & Growth Leader
The Hidden Signals in Every Cross-Border Transfer: Culture, Connection, and Consumer Insight
At a glance, remittances may seem like simple financial transactions—one-way wires, routed from immigrant workers in the U.S. to family members in Latin America and the Caribbean. But look closer, and they reveal something much more layered. Each transfer is a window into identity, resilience, and emotional intent. For marketers focused on multicultural audiences, remittances offer something even more powerful: insight.
CMOs Must Adapt Their Brand Strategy as Survey Shows 70% of Consumers Tighten Spending, Shift to Smaller Purchases, and Adjust Savings Habits
As U.S. consumers adjust their behaviors due to concerns over possible price increases due to tariffs, CMOs must prepare now to adapt their brand strategy, positioning and messaging in order to compete, according to Gartner, Inc.
Latino Entrepreneurs, Mexico, and the Market Opportunity Brands Can’t Ignore [PODCAST]
In this new episode of The New Mainstream podcast, Israel Serna, entrepreneur and Partner Marketing Manager at Autodesk, shares how his work in digital education, entrepreneurship, and cross-border collaboration is reframing what it means to do business in a global, multicultural economy.
What Happens When Brands Stop Advertising?
It's no secret: marketers are under intense pressure to justify their investments and to prove the incremental effect those investments have on business performance. To be fair, finance teams likely feel they are doing their job in this regard, but when the marketing team can't properly measure results, they run the risk of having budgets cut significantly.
Homeownership slips further out of reach for all California ethnic groups amid rising mortgage costs
Buying a home in California became less affordable for all ethnic groups last year, as interest rates remained elevated and the typical monthly mortgage payment for a median-priced detached home rose 6 percent compared to the previous year, the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.).
The 2025 U.S. Latino GDP Report [REPORT]
The 2025 U.S. Latino GDP Report represents the 8th vintage of an annual series of reports which document the large and rapidly growing economic contribution of Latinos living in the United States. It is also the 29th full-length report that the Latino GDP team has produced as part of an ambitious research initiative which analyzes the contributions of Hispanic males and females across various geographies, including targeted states and major metropolitan areas.
Latinas in advertising: The untapped powerhouse agencies can’t afford to ignore [REPORT]
As a Latina who has worked in the Hispanic marketing industry for over 20 years, I have spent my career uncovering the potential of our market. And let me be clear—the opportunity is massive. The U.S. Hispanic market represents a $2.7 trillion economic force. Latinos account for 51% of the country’s population growth, and we are one of the most influential and affluent consumer groups. Even more striking? We are young—58% of U.S. Hispanics are under the age of 34.
Why Sacrificing Channel Expertise Can Lead to a Vicious Cycle of Diminished Performance – Cutting costs or cutting corners?
The conversation between CMOs and CFOs has become increasingly focused on cost efficiency. Faced with rising scrutiny on budgets, many CFOs are questioning the value of maintaining multiple specialized agencies and advocating for consolidation to reduce fees. For CMOs, this creates a dilemma: How can they justify the need for channel expertise when every dollar is being watched?
FORBES pays attention to Tajín’s success story in America
FORBES, the world-known American business magazine, is giving its international audience a taste of Tajín. In its upcoming edition, the publication interviews Tajín’s founder Horacio Fernández who tells the interviewer how his authentic Mexican seasoning “has turned into a spice giant — by selling to Americans.”
5 Years Later: America Looks Back at the Impact of COVID-19 [REPORT]
The most significant pandemic of our lifetime arrived as the United States was experiencing three major societal trends: a growing divide between partisans of the left and right, decreasing trust in many institutions, and a massive splintering of the information environment.
Nueva, Costa, and MLC Media Join Forces to Reshape the U.S. Latino Media Landscape
Nueva Network, Costa Media, and MLC Media have announced a strategic merger to create a powerhouse in U.S. Latino media. By aligning its premium content, radio, and digital networks, local owned-and-operated (O&O) stations, and sales and marketing expertise, the newly combined entity strengthens its position as a leader in the evolving Hispanic media landscape.
A YEAR OF GROWTH, REFLECTION, AND OPPORTUNITY
My month-long sabbatical in Madrid was a transformative experience that reignited my passion for growth. As Latin2Latin Marketing marks its 18th anniversary, this journey reinforced my vision of empowering businesses and individuals in an increasingly connected world. By Arminda "Mindy" Figueroa / Latin2Latin
The economic state of Latinos in America: Building up small businesses
Despite a range of challenges, Latino-owned small businesses are growing rapidly. Investing in their potential can support future generations of Latino entrepreneurs and boost the US economy.
