Week 4/9/25 Newsletter - Celebrating a Century as the Biltmore Hotel Dedicates Centennial Time Capsule

Celebrating a Century as the Biltmore Hotel Dedicates Centennial Time Capsule

Vice Mayor of Doral, Maureen Porras and SFLHCC President Liliam M. Lopez

Congressman Carlos Gimenez, Mari Tere Rojas, MDCPS School Board Chair, and SFLHCC President Liliam M. Lopez

The South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC) extends heartfelt congratulations to The Biltmore Hotel on the momentous occasion of the dedication of its Centennial Time Capsule. This special ceremony marks 100 years since George E. Merrick first broke ground for what would become the iconic Biltmore Hotel and Golf Course.

As one of Coral Gables' crowning jewels, the Biltmore Hotel has steadfastly witnessed decades of change, maintaining its grandeur and charm. This dedication marks a milestone and reaffirms the hotel's commitment to heritage, tradition, and innovation.

The SFLHCC is proud to recognize and celebrate this enduring symbol of excellence. We salute The Biltmore Hotel for its dedication to preserving history while actively paving the path forward for the next hundred years. Here's to The Biltmore's continued legacy of elegance and prestige!

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FLORIDA BREAKS RECORD FOR THE 6TH TIME AS #1 VACATION DESTINATION FOR AMERICANS

Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida has reached a historic milestone in tourism, securing an all-time record 15.5% share of the domestic vacation market in 2024. This marks a nearly one-point increase from 2023 and further strengthens Florida’s long-standing leadership as the top travel destination in the United States—a trend that began in 2019 and continues to accelerate. This is the 6th time Florida has broken its tourism record under the tenure of Governor Ron DeSantis.

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Celebrating the University of Miami's 100th Birthday

The South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC) congratulates the University of Miami community on its 100th birthday. As the university reaches this significant peak in its illustrious history, it stands as a testament to a century of academic excellence, innovation, and community partnership.

To commemorate this historic occasion, the University of Miami has planned a grand community-wide celebration in April. This event promises to unite alums, students, faculty, and community members in a jubilant tribute to the university's enduring legacy and bright future.

Throughout its 100 years, the University of Miami has fostered intellectual growth and innovation and served as a cornerstone of the South Florida community. Its commitment to diversity, research, and community service is reflected in its vibrant campus life and the achievements of its graduates.

Please mark your calendars and join them for this once-in-a-lifetime celebration. Let's honor the past, celebrate the present, and look forward to a future full of promise and opportunity.

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THE LATIN GRAMMY CULTURAL FOUNDATION® LAUNCHES FOURTH ANNUAL MENTORSHIP PROGRAM AND VIRTUAL PANEL, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SHE IS THE MUSIC

Rocío Guerrero, Rosa Lagarrigue, Luana Pagani, Ivy Queen, Vivir Quintana, Diana Rodríguez, Janina Rosado,

Maria Elena Salinas, Ana Rosa Santiago and Julieta Venegas, will be the mentors of this year’s

Leading Ladies of Entertainment Connect TogetHER

MIAMI (APRIL 8, 2025) — The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation® announced the fourth Leading Ladies of Entertainment Connect TogetHER mentorship program, in partnership with She Is The Music, a global nonprofit that works to increase the number of women in music.

The mentors of this year’s collaborative program, which will provide one-on-one virtual mentoring sessions with young women looking to follow a career in the music and entertainment industries include:

· Rocío Guerrero, Head of Music, Latin/Iberia, Amazon Music

· Rosa Lagarrigue, CEO of artist management company RLM

· Luana Pagani, Partner & President at Fairwinds Entertainment

· Ivy Queen, singer/songwriter Latin GRAMMY® nominee

· Vivir Quintana, singer/songwriter and social activist for women’s rights in Mexico

· Diana Rodríguez, CEO and founder of Criteria Entertainment, a music management and marketing firm, and Mercado Negro, a boutique management agency and label

· Janina Rosado, Latin GRAMMY winning pianist, arranger and director

· Maria Elena Salinas, award winning journalist

· Ana Rosa Santiago, Senior Vice President of Latin Music & LatAm for Universal Music Publishing Group

· Julieta Venegas, singer/songwriter Latin GRAMMY and GRAMMY® winner

Paying-it-forward and forging opportunities for future generations is a core pillar of the program and the Leading Ladies of Entertainment Connect TogetHER Panel will expand access to these Leading Ladies expertise. The panel moderated by mentees, Anabella Paolucci and Maria Esperanza features’ conversations with Rocío Guerrero, Luana Pagani, Maria Elena Salinas and Ana Rosa Santiago. To tune in visit: m.youtube.com/watch?v=YiNWxvlR4LE.

“We are proud to support the next generation of women in the Latin music industry with the Leading Ladies who generously share their time and expertise, and She is the Music”, said Raquel “Rocky” Egusquiza, Executive Director, Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation. “Together, the impact of community is made visible as we work towards closing the gender gap within the Latin music industry.”

The Leading Ladies of Entertainment initiative was created by The Latin Recording Academy in 2016 to honor and recognize professional and socially conscious women within the arts and entertainment fields who have made si

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