El Diario to Celebrate 20 Distinguished Latino Leaders at the 2026 EL Awards Ceremony
El Diario to Honor 20 Outstanding Latino Leaders at the 2026 EL Awards
El Diario, the oldest Spanish-language daily newspaper in the U.S., is set to honor 20 remarkable Latino men during its 2026 EL Awards. This annual event celebrates leaders who are making a significant impact in their respective fields, including business, media, arts, healthcare, and community service.
The awards ceremony will take place on October 9, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at The Harvard Club in New York City. In addition to the awards, the 20 honorees will be highlighted in a special edition supplement of El Diario that features their impressive accomplishments and personal journeys.
Each year, the EL Awards shine a spotlight on exceptional individuals who exemplify leadership and dedication to uplifting the Latino community. The honorees are nominated by community members, and the final selections are made by the El Diario editorial team. This process reflects the publication's ongoing commitment to empowering the voices and stories that are making a real difference.
The honorees for the 2026 edition represent a diverse array of sectors, showcasing the extensive impact of Latino leadership. Some of the notable leaders being recognized this year include:
- - Andres Acebo, Chancellor, Kean Jersey City at Kean University
- - Nilko Andreas, Classical Guitarist and Executive Director of the Azio Foundation
- - Joseph Ayala, Detective Second Grade at NYPD Hispanic Society
- - Ricardo Cardona, Executive Chef and Consultant at Cardona Hospitality Group
- - Eduardo Castell, Managing Partner at MirRam Group
- - Alejandro Condis, News Anchor at Univision
- - J. Antonio Fernandez, CEO of Catholic Charities of New York
- - Larry Gallegos, Director of Public Affairs at CLEAR
- - Julio Garcia Aguilar, Chief Attending Surgeon at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
- - Duarte Geraldino, Journalist at PIX 11 News
- - Brandon Nieves, Founder of The Hispanic Collective
- - Arnulfo 'AJ' Ramos, Head of Artist and Label Partnerships at Google/Youtube
- - Bernardo Ramos, Managing Director of Wells Fargo
- - Raul Russi, President of Acacia Network Inc.
- - Manuel Saez, Senior VP at NYC Health Hospitals
- - Mitchell Sanchez, Associate Director at Verizon
- - Gregory 'Goyo' Schipilliti Cid, Director at DailyPay
- - Joe Torres, Anchor at WABC-TV
- - Miguel Trelles, Executive Artistic Director at Teatro LATEA
- - Steuben Vega, Director of Workforce Development at The Osborne Association
The Chief Operating Officer of My Code, Dave LiCalzi, expressed the significance of these awards, stating, "Latino leadership is shaping every facet of American culture. The EL Awards allow us to acknowledge and celebrate the pivotal roles these individuals play and the pathways they are creating for future generations."
Founded in 1913, El Diario has grown from a small publication in Lower Manhattan into one of the most influential Latino media platforms in the nation. As a multimedia operation, it spans print, digital, and various other platforms, ensuring that Latino voices are amplified and represented in all facets of society. El Diario is now part of My Code, a culturally-focused media and marketing company dedicated to connecting brands with diverse audiences. For more information about the EL Awards and El Diario’s initiatives, visit My Code's website.
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