Organizations
THE HISPANIC MARKETING COUNCIL ANNOUNCED THE WINNERS OF THE 2023 HMC STRATEGIC EXCELLENCE AWARDS
The Hispanic Marketing Council (HMC) announced the winners of the 2023 HMC Strategic Excellence Awards at its annual summit in New York City. After a record number of entries, a total of four Gold, eight Silver and nine Bronze awards were given to 13 US-based agencies representing 17 campaigns in seven categories. Four members of the jury—Pablo Buffagni, President, Creative Director, BBQ Agency and Director of Círculo Creativo USA; Alice Ovadia, Vice President of Media Strategy, TRUth; Nuria Santamaria Wolfe, Director, Strategic Audience Partnerships, Meta; and Amilynn Soto, Industry Business Solutions – Strategist, Leading eCommerce, TikTok—presented the awards and discussed the depth, breadth and diversity of the submissions and what went into selecting the most effective and engaging campaigns.
GLORIA CONSTANZA INDUCTED INTO THE HISPANIC MARKETING COUNCIL HALL OF FAME
The Hispanic Marketing Council (HMC) has inducted Hispanic media architect Gloria Constanza into the HMC Hall of Fame. The ceremony took place during the 2023 HMC Annual Summit on April 27 in New York City. The HMC Hall of Fame honors a select group of visionaries, leaders and luminaries who have made significant contributions to the development and advancement of the Hispanic advertising and marketing field.
C-SUITE LEADERS FROM CIRCLE K, HYUNDAI, MEDIALINK, MOLSON COORS, STATE FARM & TELEVISAUNIVISION HEADLINE 2023 HMC ANNUAL SUMMIT
Business leaders, award-winning creatives, newsmakers and influencers will cover the most pressing topics in marketing at the Hispanic Marketing Council’s 2023 Annual Summit with one thing in common: a laser focus on Hispanic marketing. The HMC Annual Summit, developed by industry leaders with multicultural expertise, is the only Hispanic-centric marketing conference in the U.S. This year's summit will feature powerful sessions headlined by the CEOs and CMOs of Circle K, Hyundai, Medialink, Molson Coors, State Farm and TelevisaUnivision, as well as rapid-fire panels featuring top brands and research think tanks.
Raúl Alarcón to be inducted into AAF – Advertising Hall of Fame
Raúl Alarcón is a veteran of the entertainment industry and the chief architect behind the creation of one of the nation’s largest Hispanic-owned and operated multi-media companies. Today, that entity, Spanish Broadcasting System (“SBS”), caters to millions of listeners and viewers and thousands of advertisers seeking an entrée into this burgeoning market sector.
HMC honors Molson Coors with 2023 Marketer of The Year
The Hispanic Marketing Council (HMC) announced that Molson Coors is the winner of the 2023 HMC Marketer of the Year Award, joining an elite list of organizations that have received the award, including AARP, Ford, Kellogg’s, McDonald’s, Nestlé, Sprint, State Farm, Toyota and Walmart. Molson Coors CMO Sofia Colucci will accept the award at HMC’s 2023 Annual Summit on April 27 in New York City and discuss how leading with in-culture Hispanic insights and investing in original multicultural work has paid dividends.
Ad Industry Launches Effort to Revise New Standard Terms & Conditions for Digital Advertising
Launching in April 2023, the leading industry trade bodies will create a joint Task Force to include all stakeholders including advertising agencies, marketers, publishers, and ad tech companies.
The National Association of Hispanic Journalists names AOR
The National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) has announced the selection of Tapiz Media Group as their Agency of Record for communications and social media and Iván Briones as Director of Communications as part of the organizations revamped strategic communications strategy effective March 1, 2023.
AIMM host Diverse Owned & targeted Media GROWTHFRONTS
The ANA's Alliance for Inclusive and Multicultural Marketing (AIMM), announces its Diverse Owned and Targeted Media GrowthFronts, an inaugural industry media upfront event hosted at DotDash Meredith headquarters in New York City. The event brings together diverse owned and targeted media entities with buyers and advertisers, increasing visibility and access for media entities including Black, Hispanic, Asian, Indigenous, and LGBTQ+ who own video, digital, print, audio and/or content integration platforms.
HPRA USA announces 2023-2025 Board of Directors
The Hispanic Public Relations Association (HPRA) announced its 2023-2025 board of directors. The organization also announced expansions of both its local and student chapters in key markets, allowing HPRA to better serve current and future multicultural communicators.
Lopez Negrete Communications Takes Home Coveted Mosaic Award for Diversity for their Walmart Holiday House Social Media Campaign at the 61st Annual American Advertising Federation
Lopez Negrete Communications, Inc. announced today they were awarded a total of 19 trophies at the 61st Annual American Advertising Federation–Houston Chapter Awards, including a coveted "Best of Show" for the 18th time.
2023 HMC ANNUAL SUMMIT TAKES PLACE APRIL 26-27, 2023 IN NEW YORK CITY – Eary Bird Registration for the Only Hispanic-Focused Marketing Conference
The Hispanic Marketing Council (HMC) has opened registration to its 2023 Annual Summit, taking place live and in person on April 26 to 27 at Convene at One Liberty Plaza in New York City’s Financial District. As the only Hispanic-centric marketing conference developed by industry leaders with multicultural expertise, the HMC Annual Summit packs a powerful agenda aimed at arming brands with data-driven insights, research & strategies to help them connect authentically with the Hispanic market.
DEIB Day: A Global Day of Learning Event February 22 for FREE
As a past attendee of an ANA Global Day of Learning event, you know the value of hearing the latest strategies in marketing’s hottest topics. That’s why we want to make sure you don’t miss out on our next Global Day of Learning event, focused on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, next Wednesday, February 22.
THE 2023 HMC STRATEGIC EXCELLENCE AWARDS KICK OFF WITH A CALL FOR ENTRIES AND A JURY OF DIVERSE INDUSTRY LEADERS
The Hispanic Marketing Council (HMC) continues to grow and enhance the Strategic Excellence Awards, the only award competition of its kind recognizing strategic excellence in Hispanic marketing and advertising and cultural fluency. This year, HMC has expanded the categories and invited a broader pool of diverse judges with the goal of celebrating impactful creativity.
The Hispanic Marketing Council 2023 Annual Summit Returns in Person to New York City April 26-27, 2023
The HMC Annual Summit, the only Hispanic-centric conference developed by industry leaders with multicultural expertise, is back in person in New York City on April 26 to 27. This day-and-a-half conference packs a powerful agenda aimed at arming brands with data-driven insights, research & strategies to help them connect authentically with the Hispanic market.
CIRCULO CREATIVO USA announces 2023-2024 Leadership
Círculo Creativo USA announced that Virgilio Flores has been chosen as its new president for the 2023-2024 period.
2022 HMC HISPANIC MARKET GUIDE explores Hispanic Diversity, Cultural Blind Spots, Inclusive Advertising & Media Consumption [DOWNLOAD for FREE]
The Hispanic Marketing Council (HMC) has released its 2022 Hispanic Market Guide, the most comprehensive resource on the U.S. Hispanic market. Hispanics are impacting the multicultural mainstream at a faster pace than anticipated, shifting American culture and purchase behaviors. Brands who make continuous efforts to connect with the multicultural market are seeing results that demonstrate the economic power of Hispanics.
Albert Rodriguez – President & COO of Spanish Broadcasting System is inducted into the American Advertising Federation (AAF)
Spanish Broadcasting System, Inc. (the “Company” or “SBS”) announced that Albert Rodriguez, President & Chief Operating Officer has been inducted to the American Advertising Federation (AAF). The fundamental purpose of the AAF is to protect and promote the well-being of the advertising industry and unite professionals of all disciplines and career levels to deliver creative business solutions. With the induction into the AAF, Mr. Rodriguez has demonstrated his leadership abilities in the field of technology and advertising. Througout his career, he has promoted and celebrated diversity in advertising and has helped address many community issues.
2022 NAHP Annual Convention in Denver
The National Association of Hispanic Publications (“NAHP”) will kick off their 40th Anniversary celebration in the “Mile High City” during this year’s Annual Convention and Business Expo.
ANA ANNOUNCES 2022 MULTICULTURAL EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNERS
The Human Rights Foundation and its agency TAXI (a VMLY&R company) won the Best in Show award in the 2022 ANA Multicultural Excellence Awards competition for the campaign “Uncomfortable Truth.”
ZUBI’S Isabella Sanchez named New Chair of the Hispanic Marketing Council
The Hispanic Marketing Council (HMC) announced Isabella Sanchez, Vice President of Media Integration at Zubi will serve as its new chair effective today. Sanchez, who previously served as HMC Treasurer, takes the helm from GroupM Multicultural President Gonzalo Del Fa. Elected as the new treasurer is Gian Pablo Kates, VP of Network Sales at Telemundo. In addition, Luis Miguel Messianu, Founder-Chairman, Alma; Steve Mandala, Chief Revenue & Local Media Officer, Estrella Media; Simon El Hage, Executive Group Account Director, Lopez Negrete Communications; Marina Filippelli, CEO, Orci; and Lisa Torres, President, Multicultural Practice, Publicis Media will also join the HMC board.
