• Leaders On the Mic

    In this podcast by Elevate Latinos, discover the untold stories of Latino perseverance, success, and empowerment beyond stereotypes that are driving America’s economic growth. Join host, Ana Valdez, as she engages with inspiring high-profile guests offering valuable experience, practical insights, and a narrative often absent from mainstream media; one that highlights the true new mainstream. Whether you’re seeking role models, actionable knowledge, or a fresh perspective, this podcast provides the tools to inspire and empower your journey.

  • Ana Valdez, Host

    Ana Valdez has been named one of the Top 10 Latinos in America in 2018 by Hispanic Magazine, one of the Top 50 Most Influential Latinas in the U.S. in 2020, one of the Top 100 Latinas by Latino Leaders Magazine in 2021, one of the eight CHANGEMAKERS within the 2021 Fifty Most Powerful Latinas by ALPFA, and one of the 100 Top Latino Leaders by Latino Leaders Magazine in 2022.

    Ana Valdez, President and CEO of The Latino Donor Collaborative and the Co-Founder and President of Valdez Productions, Inc. She has 25 years of experience in media, research, marketing, and communications. She served on the SiTV Board of Directors, chaired the Southern California Public Radio Board of Trustees (KPCC), and has also served on the American Public Media Grou and the Minnesota Public Radio Boards, to name a few.

  • Fernanda Cortes | Leaders On the Mic

    Tuesday Sep 23, 2025

    On our premiere episode of Leaders On the Mic, prominent social media influencer Fernanda Cortes joins our host, Ana Valdez, to discuss how to lead a career where millions of people are influenced by your work. Fernanda shares her journey as a Latina creator, the challenges and opportunities of building an authentic online presence, and how she uses her platform to elevate Latino voices, challenge stereotypes, and even teach about history!

    Podcast Intro | Leaders On the Mic

    Thursday Sep 11, 2025

    Ana Valdez, host of the Leaders On the Mic Podcast, gives a brief introduction of what the topics, data and style that will be present in the upcoming episodes of this podcast about empowerment, aspiration and truth.

    Cristo Fernández | Leaders On the Mic

    In this episode, host Ana Valdez (President & CEO of the Latino Donor Collaborative) sits down with Cristo Fernández, a prominent Latino actor known for his roles in Ted Lasso and Una Pequeña Confusión. Cristo shares his experiences in representing Latino culture through a hit show around the world and the key cultural advantages that his heritage has brought him.

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