The 24th Annual Hispanic Women of Distinction, Event Will Be Held August 29th at Pier 66
The 24th Hispanic Women of Distinction recognizes Community, Culture and Charity
Fort Lauderdale, Florida; The milestone celebration honoring Latinas from Dade, Broward and Palm Beach is a unique, cultural celebration showcasing Hispanic American women who have paved the way for others to follow.
The 24th Hispanic Women of Distinction recognizes women who have in common the combination of their American entrepreneurship intertwined with their cultural traditions and values. Their commitment to home, family and heritage is what makes each of them so very special, and this luncheon so unique.
The goal of Hispanic Women of Distinction is to elevate and empower Latinas and to recognize the influence they have in the South Florida community. Over the more than two decades these powerful women’s share of the nation’s population has grown and that is expected to increase 25.7% by the year 2050!
Latin Business Today, a longtime media co-sponsor publishes online content on law, business, marketing, innovation, as well as content on Latino culture and features stories on each of the year’s honorees. In addition, more than 30 corporate and media partners celebrate the leadership, vision and achievements of the annual honorees selected
The 2025 charity luncheon will be hosted at the newly renovated Pier 66 Hotel on Southeast 17th Street in Fort Lauderdale from 11 am to 2 pm. Tickets for the luncheon are $110 per person and sponsorships available beginning at $1500.
“We are so delighted to host this year’s celebration at the beautiful, Pier 66 in their ballroom. Guests will be amazed at the elegance and services they offer,” said Elaine Miceli-Vasquez, co-founder and producer.
This year, the charity selected is FLITE Center, with the mission to guide those aging out of foster care, and other vulnerable youth, on a successful journey to independence through education, employment, housing, health and wellness, resource navigation and system of care coordination. Their vision is that no youth travels the road to adulthood alone. A fantastic silent auction and raffles at the luncheon will benefit the FLITE Center’s services.
Founded in 2001 by the late Erwin M. Vasquez, M.D., a Venezuelan-born cardiologist and publisher of the pioneer newspaper, EL Heraldo de Broward, and founder of the only free healthcare facility in Broward County since 1988, the Light of the World Clinic, his goal was to encourage many others to follow the dreams and success of the awardees.
The Hispanic Women of Distinction luncheon will feature a complimentary cocktail from Tito’s Vodka, an exciting silent auction and business expo, as well as a fantastic luncheon, Latin entertainment and a gift for each attendee. Former honorees will be recognized with the annual parade opening up the celebration.
For more information, visit http://www.hispanicwomenofdistinction.com and email: hispanicwomenlunch@aol.com
THE 2025 HISPANIC WOMEN of DISTINCTION ARE:
1. MARISA AZARET, PsyD,
Clinical Director, Nicklaus Children’s Psychology Department MIAMI-DADE
2. INES BAUTISTA CAPOTE
President/CEO of Mayor Poder Foundation/Senior Power- MIAMI
3. NATY L. DIAZ,
Founder, CEO, Prestige Clinical Research Center, Inc. – BROWARD
4. JESSY ALLAIN MENA
Donor Relations Mgr. Kids in Distress & Family Central – BROWARD
5. YESENIA MORENO
Managing Partner, New Edge Associates, CEO Florida Banking Forum – MIAMI-DADE
6. MARCELA MUNERA
Campus Director, Ana G. Mendez University – BROWARD
7. DANAY RODRIGUEZ-ARRITOLA
Chief Nursing Officer, Larkin Community Hospital – BROWARD
8. MICHELLE RODRIGUEZ
Attorney, GEICO Insurance Company – BROWARD
9. DIANA SANTA MARIA
Founder/Managing Attorney, Law Offices of Diana Santa Maria, PA, Bilingual Mediators, Inc. Founder & Mediator – MIAMI-DADE
- ESTRELLITA S. SIBILA–
Real Estate Attorney, Sibila Law – MIAMI-DADE
11. INGRID GUEVARA VANALSTYNE
VP of Learning & Culture, Hanley Foundation – PALM BEACH
12. CAROLINE VILLANUEVA
South Florida External Affairs Director, Florida Crystals – PALM BEACH
2025 LATINA PIONEER of the YEAR
MARIBEL PEREZ WADSWORTH
President & CEO John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, the first Hispanic Woman & First Woman to head Knight Foundation, overseeing a $2.5B endowment to support journalism, community and the arts. – MIAMI-DADE
2025 UP & COMER honoree:
ANGELINA NICOLE CAMPOS
Title Assistant, American Title Solutions, Phi Beta Kappa honoree, community service advocate and volunteer – BROWARD
TICKETS $110 per person. Sponsorships begin at $1500. For more information, visit: www.hispanicwomenofdistinction.com
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