National Museum of the American Latino

Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum Launches "AeroEspacial" Podcast Limited Series

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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WASHINGTON, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum has launched "AeroEspacial," a limited series of its "AirSpace" podcast that focuses on stories of Latino history and culture at the heart of aviation and space.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum has launched "AeroEspacial," a limited series of its "AirSpace" podcast that focuses on stories of Latino history and culture at the heart of aviation and space.
  • "AeroEspacial" is hosted by Sofia A. Soto Sugar of the National Air and Space Museum and Héctor Alejandro Arzate of WAMU.
  • This limited series received federal support from the Latino Initiatives Pool, administered by the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Latino.
  • The "AeroEspacial" series is part of the National Air and Space Museum AirSpace brand, which explores aviation and space through the arts, entertainment and culture with content and experiential events that reach beyond galleries and exhibits.

NELSON ALBAREDA RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS HALL OF FAME AWARD FROM MIAMI DADE COLLEGE

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Friday, June 9, 2023
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MIAMI, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nelson Albareda, CEO of Loud And Live, was inducted into Miami Dade College's Hall of Fame on Friday, June 2 at the Loew's Hotel in Coral Gables, FL. MDC's annual Hall of Fame ceremony honors its alumni who are civic and business leaders in Miami-Dade County and across the country. The esteemed awards gala also serves as a fund raiser to support student scholarships.

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  • MIAMI, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nelson Albareda, CEO of Loud And Live, was inducted into Miami Dade College's Hall of Fame on Friday, June 2 at the Loew's Hotel in Coral Gables, FL.
  • MDC's annual Hall of Fame ceremony honors its alumni who are civic and business leaders in Miami-Dade County and across the country.
  • Since 2003, more than 400 MDC alumni have been inducted from various industries, including banking, architecture, journalism, philanthropy, and entertainment.
  • "I am humbled and honored to be recognized and inducted into this year's Miami Dade College Alumni Hall of Fame among outstanding individuals, who like me, have excelled and strived in our professional career, while supporting the education of our future generations," said Albareda.

Wells Fargo Reaffirms Commitment to the Hispanic Community with a $2MM Gift for the National Museum of the American Latino

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Monday, December 6, 2021
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211202005272/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211202005272/en/
    Wells Fargo has reaffirmed its commitment to the Hispanic and Latino community with a $2 million donation to the Smithsonian Latino Center in support of the historic National Museum of the American Latino and the development of the Molina Family Latino Gallery.
  • Ever since the first Wells Fargo opened its doors for business in 1852, Hispanic and Latino employees have been a key part of our company.
  • In the meantime, the Molina Family Latino Gallery at the Smithsonians National Museum of American History will open in 2022 as a preview of the eventual National Museum of the American Latino.
  • The Hispanic and Latino community at Wells Fargo is the largest minority group at our company.

Howard University Names Princess Gamble Associate Vice President and COO of Development and Alumni Relations

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Howard University is pleased to announce that Princess Gamble will serve as associate vice president and chief operating officer (COO) of development and alumni relations.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Howard University is pleased to announce that Princess Gamble will serve as associate vice president and chief operating officer (COO) of development and alumni relations.
  • I am thrilled to join Howard Universitys Office of Development and Alumni Relations at this pivotal and exciting time for Howard and HBCUs at large, said Gamble.
  • We are pleased to welcome Princess Gamble to the Office of Development and Alumni Relations, said Senior Vice President of Development and Alumni Relations David Bennett.
  • Founded in 1867, Howard University is a private, research university that is comprised of 14 schools and colleges.

The Wendy's Company Announces Addition of Richard H. Gomez to Board of Directors

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Monday, November 8, 2021
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Gomez joined Target in 2013 and has held several key leadership positions at the company, including Chief Marketing, Digital & Strategy Officer and Senior Vice President, Brand and Category Marketing.

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  • Gomez joined Target in 2013 and has held several key leadership positions at the company, including Chief Marketing, Digital & Strategy Officer and Senior Vice President, Brand and Category Marketing.
  • Gomez began his career in brand management at the Quaker Oats Company.
  • We are pleased to welcome Rick to the Board and look forward to benefitting from his expertise."
  • Gomez said, "I'm proud to join the Board of Directors of Wendy's, one of the world's most iconic and beloved brands, at such an important time in the company's history.

Diversified Search Group Selected to Lead Search for Founding Director of Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino

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Thursday, September 9, 2021

Leading the search are Victor Arias, Managing Partner of DSGs Dallas office, and Jason Len, Managing Partner of DSGs D.C. office.

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  • Leading the search are Victor Arias, Managing Partner of DSGs Dallas office, and Jason Len, Managing Partner of DSGs D.C. office.
  • We are honored to have been selected to lead the search for a founding director of the National Museum of the American Latino, said Arias.
  • DSG operates as a combination of specialty firms: Diversified Search, BioQuest, Koya Partners, Grant Cooper, and Storbeck Search.
  • Two new museumsthe National Museum of the American Latino and the Smithsonian American Womens History Museumare in development.

Mexican American Civil Rights Institute Appoints Executive Director

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Tuesday, August 31, 2021
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SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mexican American Civil Rights Institute (MACRI) named Sarah Zenaida Gould, Ph.D. as the permanent Executive Director of the premier national organization dedicated to chronicling and advancing the history of Mexican American Civil Rights in America.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mexican American Civil Rights Institute (MACRI) named Sarah Zenaida Gould, Ph.D. as the permanent Executive Director of the premier national organization dedicated to chronicling and advancing the history of Mexican American Civil Rights in America.
  • "Dr. Sarah Gould is a recognized scholar and amazing leader who will bring an active voice and awareness to the Mexican American Civil Rights movement.
  • We are truly fortunate to have Dr. Gould serve as the new Director of the Mexican American Civil Rights Institute,"said Dr. Robert Garza, chair of the search committee.
  • "She will lead the mission and vision of MACRI to educate and inspire through the history of Mexican American civil rights."

Cano Health Announces Business Partnership with Global Entertainment Producer and Latin Music Icon Emilio Estefan

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Wednesday, August 18, 2021
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As part of this partnership, Mr. Estefan will have an equity investment in Cano Health, and serve as a brand champion.

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  • As part of this partnership, Mr. Estefan will have an equity investment in Cano Health, and serve as a brand champion.
  • "We're thrilled to partner with Emilio Estefan as we continue to grow throughout the country," said Dr. Marlow Hernandez, Founder and CEO, Cano Health.
  • During a 45-year trajectory, Mr. Estefan, along with his wife, Gloria, have built a musical empire symbolic of America's rich cultural diversity.
  • Mr. Estefan has also received the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, and most recently, the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.