Raul Alarcón joined Spanish Broadcasting System, founded by his father, Pablo Raúl Alarcón, Sr., in 1983 as an account executive. He has been President and a director since October 1985 and Chief Executive Officer since June 1994. On November 2, 1999, Raúl Alarcón became Chairman of the SBS board; he continues as President and CEO. Alarcón is responsible for long-range strategic planning and operational matters and is instrumental in the acquisition and related financing of each of the SBS stations. Over the years he has been the recipient of numerous awards; he was inducted into the Advertising Hall of Fame in 2023 and was named Businessperson of the Year by the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) in 2019.
Angelica “Angie” Balderas is a Hispanic media executive with more than 25 years of experience in broadcasting. As Senior Vice President for Entravision, she oversees all operations and sales for seven radio stations in Sacramento and Modesto, California. Before her current role, she was Director of Sales for Adelante Media Group, where she led all local, national, network, and digital sales. She was previously National Sales Manager and worked with national advertisers and their agencies to execute advertising and promotional programs over Adelante Media Group’s nine markets. She earlier served as President/Principal of Aztec Media. Angie has consistently been named one of Radio Ink’s Most Influential Women. She has served on the NAB Radio Show steering committee, the advisory board for Radio Ink’s Hispanic Conference, and Nielsen Audio’s Multi Cultural ANA Conference board. She is also past president of the National Latina Business Women Association and a Hispanic Radio Conference Medalla de Cortez winner.
Andrea Becerra Prado is Vice President, Content Operations and Syndication-Audio at Entravision Communications. She is a seasoned media executive with a robust track record in content operations and syndication; at Entravision, Andrea oversees the strategic direction and execution of audio content across the company’s vast portfolio, driving growth and innovation in the digital audio space. With a deep understanding of the evolving media landscape, Andrea is responsible for managing the syndication of top-tier audio content, fostering relationships with partners, and ensuring that Entravision’s programming meets the highest standards of quality and relevance to its diverse audience. Before her current role, Andrea held several key positions at Entravision, consistently proving her expertise in content strategy, audience engagement, and operational management.
Raúl Brindis was born on August 17 in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, Mexico, where he studied civil engineering. He began his radio career in 1984 and has since become a prominent Mexican radio and television personality with over 40 years of experience. He is best known for his show, El Show de Raúl Brindis, which is the leading Spanish morning show in Houston. The show is broadcast by the Spanish Broadcasting System and airs weekday mornings on La Ley 92.1 FM in Houston, Texas, as well as on the La Música app.
Eugenio “Gene” Bryan is the Chief Revenue Officer of Miami-based Spanish Broadcasting System. He embarked on a career dedicated to the U.S. Hispanic market in the early ’80s at Caballero Spanish Media. Bryan created and managed Katz Hispanic Media in the mid ’80s and ’90s and was instrumental in Spanish Broadcasting System’s dominance in the New York radio market in the late 1990s. He has also served as VP of Sales for Entravision Radio and was President of Lotus Entravision Reps from 2001 to 2006. In 1999, he launched HispanicAd.com, an online trade magazine dedicated to informing and offering interactive tools to the U.S. Hispanic advertising, marketing, and media professional. Bryan has been recognized with the President’s Award by the Association of Hispanic Advertising Agencies, and in 2024 he was honored by the Hispanic Marketing Council with a Lifetime Achievement Award.
Cindy Burbano is a distinguished media professional with over 20 years of experience, who has made a significant impact through her work as a morning news anchor for Telemundo Houston and as co-host of Mega en tus Mañanas on Mega 101. She has earned multiple Marconi Awards and has become a key figure in Hispanic media, contributing valuable insights on local and national platforms. Cindy is also a contributor and fill-in host for Fox 26 in Houston. She has demonstrated a strong commitment to philanthropy, including hosting World AIDS Day in Houston and volunteering with numerous organizations. On October 8, Cindy was recognized for her efforts by Mayor John Whitmire, naming the day the Cindy Burbano Day in Houston.
José Cancela serves as President of Telemundo Station Group, NBCUniversal Local’s Spanish-language media portfolio, which includes Telemundo-owned stations in 31 markets across the U.S. and Puerto Rico. In this role since January 2024, Cancela provides strategic and operational leadership across all areas of the business and oversees its executive team and station general managers. He also works closely with NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises. With over 35 years of leadership experience and more than four decades in the Spanish-language marketplace, he has an extensive and proven track record of success.
TV and radio personality and winner of six Emmy Awards for outstanding work in television, Stephanie Himonidis, also known as Chiquibaby, has been one of the most recognized communicators and Influencers in the Hispanic Market in the U.S. She is the host and Executive Producer for her syndicated radio network show, El Show de Chiquibaby, currently broadcast coast-to-coast in more than 80 cities nationwide. Mexican by birth but with Greek roots, Stephanie is a bilingual personality and social media influencer with close to 2 million followers and has been a “Brand Ambassador” for many companies. For close to 10 years Stephanie was part of Univision Radio in San Diego and L.A., and she started a career in TV in 2009. when she participated as a celebrity judge for the reality competition program Viva el Sueño. In 2019, she and her family moved to Miami, where she has since hosted the Billboards red carpet show, Detrás de la Fama, and several other specials.
Cameron Coats is the Online Editor for Radio Ink. Before joining the publication, he held numerous roles in copywriting and commercial development, including Regional Creative Director at Commonwealth Broadcasting and Production Director at Townsquare Media Albany. He was a Radio Mercury Award finalist in 2021and served as a first-round judge for the competition in 2022 and 2023.
Yaman Coskun is the founder of Yaman Media Group. Following his years in local radio scenes from Philly to L.A., he built and sold his former business, Yamanair. Over the past 20 years he has worked with iHeart, Audacy, Cumulus, Hubbard, Townsquare, Radio One, Saga, Alpha, Connoisseur, Beasley, and more in over 600 markets. Yaman’s team of creative architects design high-impact solutions hyper-focusing on local businesses. His services have helped secure hundreds of millions in local direct revenue for broadcast partners since 2007. Yaman now has teamed up with some of the most brilliant minds right in our industry using an unprecedented creative arsenal powered by the latest AI technology. In 2024 he founded his current company, Yaman Media Group, and its subsequent brand yaman.AI.
Aleksandra Cuprys currently serves as Chief Legal & Compliance Officer of Latino Media Network, a mission-driven media company serving the Latino community by helping Latinos make sense of the world and their place in it. Previously, Aleksandra served as the Global General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at Phoenix Tower International, a global wireless infrastructure operator; joining the company during its startup phase, she was instrumental in its growth to over 20 countries and ultimate sale. Prior to PTI, she served in various leadership positions at publicly and privately held global corporations, including Univision Communications, Inc., World Fuel Services Corporation, and LATAM Airlines.
Kenny Dean began his career at a small advertising agency in Dallas that specialized in automotive retail marketing. While there he represented the largest car dealer advertising group in the nation, the Mid America Chevy Dealers. From there, he worked in the automotive Tier 2 area, directing ad groups across the nation, including Pontiac, Chevrolet, GMC/Buick, Mitsubishi, and Nissan. He has also worked on OEM level marketing with Mazda. Kenny is currently working for dealerships within Lithia Motors, headquartered in Medford, Oregon. It is the largest-volume vehicle automotive dealership group in the United States, with over 700,000 units sold in 2024. Lithia also represents a number of dealerships in the UK. Kenny is considered an elite expert in Google Analytics Analysis, CRM tracking and Call data. He was instrumental in the creation of what is known today as Carwars.
Vanessa Delgadillo is a seasoned media executive at Norsan Media, one of the leading Hispanic media companies in the Southeast. With over a decade of experience in marketing, branding, and strategic sales, Vanessa has been instrumental in building strong relationships with clients and delivering impactful campaigns that connect authentically with Latino audiences as a Territory Director of North Carolina and Florida. She manages a diverse portfolio of 15 radio stations, including six stations in North Carolina and six stations in Jacksonville, Florida. Before joining Norsan Media, Vanessa served as General Manager of VOS TV, a leading television station in Managua, Nicaragua, where she was responsible for overseeing operations, programming, sales, and strategic growth.
As Senior Director of the Multicultural Experience Team at Hearts & Science, Gianna “Gigi” Martin-Duarte leads dynamic campaigns for AT&T, specializing in multicultural audiences, including Hispanic, African American, Asian, LGBTQIA+, and NMSDC suppliers. Her work has earned recognition including the 2025 Top Women in Media & Ad Tech honor, 2025 HMC Hispanic Marketer of the Year award, 2024 Bronze Telly Award for AT&T’s Hip Hop 50th Anniversary, and the 2023 Silver Telly Award for the AT&T World Cup “Dreams of Glory” program. In addition, she was named the 2023 American Advertising Federation Dallas Agency Media Partner of the Year and received the esteemed 2023 Hearts & Science Ampersand Award. Previously, Gianna held roles at Lionsgate and NBCUniversal before transitioning to innovative agency positions at Canvas Worldwide, Haworth Marketing + Media, and Palisades MediaGroup, where she developed media plans and strategies for major brands like Kia, Hyundai, Walmart, and Netflix.
Pedro Escalera is Director of Programming and Brand Strategy at iHeartRadio, overseeing the Southwest and West Coast regions of the iHeart Latino Division. Pedro’s passion for connecting communities through music led him to program 104.5 Latino Hits, the #1 Spanish format radio station in San Antonio. He expanded his influence with the launch of Mix 96.1, introducing English programming with a Spanish presentation to the San Antonio market, resonating with a diverse audience. His impact extends to iHeart markets in California, Arizona, Georgia, and Oklahoma, overseeing the companies Regional Mexican and Spanish oldies brands.
Ben Finley, Director of Business Development for Nueva Network, is a dynamic media and marketing executive with a proven track record of driving meaningful brand partnerships across radio, digital, and live experiential platforms for Fortune 500 companies. Recognized for his success at business development, sales, and leading high-performing teams, he brings deep expertise in broadcast media, multicultural marketing, and entertainment. As a thought leader and trusted collaborator to both agencies and direct clients, Ben is known for making an impact bridging creativity and strategy.
Carlos Fourzan is the Senior Vice President of Integrated Marketing Solutions at Entravision Communications, where he oversees cross-platform sales strategy, CRM, and digital innovation. With over 25 years of experience in TV, radio, and digital media, Carlos has built a reputation for driving revenue growth, leading high-performing teams, and delivering creative, data-informed marketing solutions. He manages key accounts across multiple markets. Bilingual and bicultural, he plays a vital role in connecting brands to Hispanic consumers in meaningful ways.
Sarah Frazier serves as SVP/Market Manager at Audacy Houston. In this position, she oversees the programming and sales strategy as well as operations for the market, which includes four FM and two AM stations (95.7 The Spot, Mix 96.5, 100.3 The Bull, Mega 101, SportsRadio 610, and 650 The Bet), and the play-by-play partnership with the Houston Texans in English and Spanish. She has been awarded Market Manager of the Year five times by the Media Alliance of Houston and has been named one of Radio Ink’s Most Influential Women in Radio several times. Frazier has won the Chairman and CEO Award from the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Large Market Country General Manager of the Year award in 2018 and 2020 from CRS/Country Aircheck, and was a Radio Wayne finalist for Market Manager of the Year in 2018 and 2019. She was awarded the prestigious Texas Broadcaster of the Year/Radio & TV by the Texas Association of Broadcasters in August 2022.
Eric Garcia is a seasoned media professional with more than 20 years of experience in integrated sales and content strategy across all distribution channels, including audio and video streaming, linear operations in TV and radio, and branded social and experiential creations, in addition to a dynamic portfolio of digital project offerings. He is currently Regional President/General Manager of Univision’s Florida stations in Miami, Orlando, and Tampa. Garcia joined Univision in 2018 in New York before assuming roles of increasing responsibility in sales leadership and station management in Washington, DC; Philadelphia; and Miami. Prior to Univision, Eric spent 14 years at Spanish Broadcasting System, where he held various senior sales and GM positions.
Hernán García March is a creative and results-oriented professional with a strong track record in developing and producing innovative content and marketing campaigns. He has demonstrated success in driving new market penetration and achieving significant viewership and revenue growth. Currently the Director of Podcast Production, Programming, and Content Development at Televisa-Univision/Uforia Podcasts, Hernán leverages his expertise to build a leading Hispanic podcasting network. His experience includes branded partnerships, content development across various media, integrated marketing, and advertising. He is adept at motivating cross-functional teams and has a history of generating substantial revenue through successful marketing initiatives.
Tom Haynes’ first job in radio was 40 years ago, as the “Automotive Specialist” at KMJQ-FM in Houston, an Urban powerhouse that had no local car dealer advertising. Learning the car business firsthand and convincing local dealers of the power of reaching various ethnic groups through the personal invitation to buy that only audio truly offers set the foundation for his career in creating strategy for car dealers. Over the decades, he became among the first to recognize the power of personal endorsements in Hispanic radio. Starting with Raúl Brindis in Houston and Piolin in various markets, Tom has consistently made Hispanic a key part of all strategies he develops for local car dealers. Tom also owns and operates CarPro.com, a radio endorsement lead digital platform that connects consumers to vetted dealers and guarantees them fair pricing and outstanding experience.
Felipe A. Herrera is a consultative sales and marketing leader with extensive domestic and global experience. He serves as Vice President at TelevisaUnivision, where he oversees automotive new-business efforts for the U.S. Central Region. Prior to TelevisaUnivision, Felipe was a General Motors executive whose career began in Detroit and led to marketing and sales leadership roles in Colombia, Brazil, Mexico, and Texas. He managed Andean Pact Marketing for Chevrolet Colombia and launched South America’s first Tier 2 Program in Brazil. At GM Mexico he launched the Cadillac brand. At the Buick-GMC South Central Region his sales and service team consistently ranked as a top U.S. performer. Felipe holds a BA in Political Science from Williams College and an MBA in international marketing and finance from Thunderbird.
Juan Carlos Hidalgo is a seasoned radio strategist with over 35 years of experience in the industry, including 30 years at Spanish Broadcasting System. As an immigrant who arrived in the United States in 1985 and worked in the farm fields of California, Juan Carlos embodies the American dream and is a testament to the power of hard work and determination. He specializes in station startups and turnarounds across a variety of Latin formats and is a dynamic coach and natural leader. His passion lies in developing the next generation of marketable and engaging DJs and program directors, and in mastering ratings strategies. Juan Carlos has extensive knowledge and expertise in perfect playlists, station branding, talent development, format restructuring, programming consulting, radio operations, ratings strategy, positioning, music research, focus groups, call-out research, marketing and promotions, digital/social marketing, and events management.
Dara Kalvort is Corporate VP of Digital Sales and Strategy at Spanish Broadcasting System. A seasoned multi-media professional with over 20 years of experience in the fields including broadcast TV, cable, radio, and streaming, she previously served as Audacy’s South Florida Regional Digital Director. As a leading authority on digital marketing, Dara has trained sellers, leaders, and advertisers on products and integrated solutions, sharing her knowledge and skills across a range of industries.
Gerardo López is a distinguished media executive with over two decades of experience in the radio industry. He is the Partner and President of Programming at Costa Media, CEO of La Pantera Radio Network, and Executive Producer of the nationally syndicated Chiquibaby Show. Gerardo began his career in Tijuana, where he launched successful projects such as the La Mejor and EXA FM radio formats. He later served as the Regional Program Director for Univision Radio’s Regional Mexican format, overseeing programming across more than 13 major U.S. markets, including Los Angeles, Dallas, and New York. As the creator of the La Mejor grupera radio format in Mexico, Gerardo has played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of Spanish-language radio. His innovative approach continues to influence the industry, driving culturally resonant content and audience engagement across multiple platforms.
Alex López Negrete is President/CEO of Lopez Negrete Communications. Since founding the company in 1985, his passion and vision have led it to become one of the country’s most influential, independent Hispanic-owned and -operated agencies. Alex started the Houston-based agency with his wife and partner, Cathy, with the conviction that thoughtful, relevant, fully integrated, in-language, and in-culture communications are the best way to reach the exceedingly important Hispanic market. In his role as company President and CEO, Alex is deeply involved in providing invaluable strategic counsel and creative direction to agency clients. The Lopez Negrete client roster includes Bank of America, McDonald’s, Sam’s Club, Phillips 66 Company, Hyundai Motor America, McDonald’s, Mattress Firm, Baylor College of Medicine, and Total Wine & More. Alex is currently on the board of the Latino Donor Collaborative, the Hispanic Marketing Council, the Greater Houston Partnership, and Houston Landing, and is a founding member of the ANA’s Alliance for Inclusive and Multicultural Marketing (AIMM), which honored him with the Alliance for Inclusive and Multicultural Marketing Trailblazer Award for fearlessly pushing boundaries and revolutionizing the world of multicultural marketing. In the spring of 2025, Alex was inducted into the American Advertising Federation’s Hall of Fame.
Danny Lowry is the Senior Vice President of Audio Sales for MediaCo Holdings, where he drives strategy and revenue across some of the most influential brands in American broadcasting, including WBLS and Hot 97 in New York, the nationally syndicated Don Cheto Radio Network, and top-rated Spanish-language stations in Los Angeles, Dallas, and Houston. With over 25 years of experience in radio leadership, his track record includes executive roles at Univision. He has served on the Texas Association of Broadcasters Board of Directors and was honored as Board Member of the Year by the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for his leadership and civic impact. A frequent contributor to industry panels and media conferences, Danny continues to advocate for the power of local voices and culturally relevant content in shaping the next generation of American media.
Eduardo Martinez is the Vice President of Technology at StreamGuys, contributing to the digital media landscape for over 18 years. With deep expertise in streaming and podcasting, Eduardo leads innovative solutions and services, ensuring StreamGuys remains at the industry’s cutting edge. He oversees the planning, architecture, and design of the company’s services, develops bespoke SaaS, delivery, and monetization products, and provides top-tier streaming solutions to major broadcast organizations worldwide. Eduardo has pioneered advancements in ultra-low latency streaming at 4K, implemented artificial intelligence for podcast workflow optimization around midroll ad placement, and developed next-generation tools for real-time analytics and audience engagement.
Tomás Martinez is CEO and owner of Solmart Media, LLC, responsible for all management aspects of three Southwest Florida stations: WZSP-FM/HD and HD2, and WTMY-AM & FM. Martinez has more than three decades of experience in the radio industry. A native of Cuba, he launched his career at WOJO-FM/Chicago before moving to Miami to manage WQBA-AM & WAQI-AM. In subsequent years he worked at Heftel Broadcasting Corporation, for the State of Florida on behalf of Shadow Broadcast Services/Westwood One, and at Radio Unica Network. Additionally, Martinez spent 10 years at Prisa Radio as GM of Radio Caracol Miami. Before assuming the position of CEO and owner of Solmart Media, he spent three years as GM/COO of Actualidad Media Group in Miami. Martinez is an acting board member of the Florida Association of Broadcasters, the NAB’s Small and Medium Market Radio Forum, and Sarasota’s Jazz Club. He has also contributed his expertise to the Hispanic Radio Ink conference for the last five years.
Katie Miller is the Vice President of Strategy at Harker Bos Group, a leading media research firm established in 1989. With over a decade of experience as a developer in the marketing agency space, Katie has a solid foundation in building websites and apps. Transitioning to the media side of marketing, she now specializes in conducting market research for media companies, encompassing radio, television, podcasts, and more. At Harker Bos Group, Katie plays a pivotal role in providing clients with actionable, strategic research that drives success. In addition to her primary responsibilities, she is involved with Crowd React Media, HBG’s division dedicated to advertising, sports, and political research.
Francisco “Frank” Montero is a Partner with the law firm of Fletcher, Heald & Hildreth, specializing in telecommunications, broadcasting, media, and technology. Montero is well known as an early advocate for Hispanic and Spanish-language media in the U.S. and Latin America. He is on the Board of Directors of the Multicultural Media, Telecom, and Internet Council and serves as the Washington, D.C., legal representative for the Puerto Rico Broadcasters Association. Frank has been recognized by numerous publications and organizations as a top media attorney and is a recipient of the Hispanic Radio Conference’s Medallas de Cortez Distinguished Leadership Award for significant contributions to Spanish-language and Hispanic-targeted broadcasting. He serves on the advisory boards for Bloomberg BNA Now: Tech and Telecom and the Radio Ink Hispanic Radio Conference.
Belia Paz is the General Manager of Aerostar Media, overseeing two influential local Hispanic radio stations in Salt Lake City, Utah: Mi Preferida 104.7FM and La Ley 107.1FM. With a deep passion for connecting and empowering the Hispanic community, Belia leads strategic initiatives in programming, sales, and community engagement, ensuring the stations serve as a vital voice for Latino culture and issues.
Fernando A. Pérez serves as the Senior Vice President of Programming at Latino Media Network, bringing over 25 years of experience in Spanish-language radio. He has spent his career creating thoughtful formats, supporting talent, and staying close to what connects with listeners. For him, programming is both craft and conversation, grounded in experience and guided by purpose. When done well, it drives audience growth and real business results.
Bob Perry specializes in increasing the ratings for radio stations that target the Hispanic audience, in both Spanish and English formats. He has programmed and consulted 80+ top-rated radio stations in 20+ different markets throughout the United States and Mexico. In addition to clients throughout the United States, Perry is the programming consultant for Mexico’s largest broadcasting company, Grupo Acir, based in Mexico City, which consistently has the top-rated stations in markets throughout Mexico. Perry has an extensive background in market research including market perceptual studies, online music testing, weekly callout research, and audience focus groups. His biggest enjoyment is finding and teaching the future programming and air talent superstars of the radio industry.
Andrew Polsky is Chief Revenue Officer at The Plural Group, a data and insights company helping brands, publishers, and platforms better understand and engage multicultural audiences. An award-winning digital sales leader with 20+ years of experience, Andrew has driven revenue growth and built high-performing sales teams across companies like CBS, Spanish Broadcasting System, Entravision, and Adsmovil. He’s known for forging strategic partnerships, launching innovative digital products, and leading enterprise-level deals across data, programmatic, CTV, branded content, and audio. His work has earned recognition from Billboard, MediaPost, Portada, and Campaigns & Elections. Andrew holds a BS in Communications from Florida International University, where he serves on the Dean’s Advisory Board for the College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts (CARTA).
As Vice President of External Affairs at the National Association of Broadcasters, Liliana Rañón leads engagement of third-party groups on legislative and regulatory issues affecting local broadcasters. By strengthening existing partnerships and cultivating new relationships, Liliana continues to build industry support for NAB’s legislative and regulatory agenda. At the helm of NAB’s recently launched Hispanic Media GOTV Coalition, Liliana facilitates engagement between Hispanic media outlets and other key stakeholders to effectively mobilize Hispanic voters. Rañón comes to NAB with prior experience in community engagement and government affairs, most recently as community manager at the Obama Foundation. Previously, she served as director of Community Empowerment at Univision Communications, where she helped manage the company’s social responsibility efforts.
Peter C. Remington is a seasoned business executive, speaker, life coach, and author with over 45 years of experience in sales, marketing, and personal development. As the Chief Possibility Officer of Prepare 4 More, he is dedicated to empowering individuals to reach their highest potential. An expert in leadership, sales, and self-development, Remington has trained and mentored over 3,000 professionals, ranging from real estate and medical experts to corporate executives and media professionals. He has developed sales training programs for multiple radio groups and collaborated with organizations such as the Houston Astros, Life Works, and GOW Media. His radio career consists of Eastman Radio Reps, Regent Media, Cumulus Media and Spanish Broadcasting Systems, and he was the first recipient of the Medallas de Cortez Market Manager of the Year, Markets 1-10. Remington is the author of Be-Aholic: A 14-Step Process to Becoming a Success-Aholic and a sought-after speaker at Lakewood Church, Unity Church, and major conventions.
The radio industry has been ingrained in Lindsay Salazar from childhood: her father was a disc jockey and later program director for various radio stations. As he began his business of radio consulting, he hired her to help monitor radio stations and find the more obvious flaws in their programming, teaching Lindsay how to listen to radio from a management perspective. In 1997 Greeley Broadcasting Corp was created, and she came on board in 2005 as an account executive. She was later named Regional Manager, becoming the President’s (her father’s) most trusted advisor. After his death in April 2018, Lindsay became President/GM, heading up Greeley Broadcasting Corp.
Santi y Laurita are a millennial couple — Santiago from Colombia and Laurita from Argentina — who have captivated U.S. Hispanic audiences with their authentic and relatable style across radio, digital, and social platforms. With 19 years of marriage, they’ve built a powerful media presence by sharing their personal experiences with humor and honesty. Their morning radio show, El Flow, has become a top-rated, interactive program with a strong digital component. Their social following exceeds 4 million, and the show now broadcasts across 12 major U.S. cities. In early 2025, they expanded further into digital by launching live streaming of their show via YouTube and other platforms. Beyond radio, they’ve authored the book Casados y Complicados and host a popular video podcast of the same name with over 150 episodes.
Justin Sasso has served as the President & CEO of the Colorado Broadcasters Association (CBA) since 2011. Justin spent 25 years in radio broadcasting working for multiple broadcast groups along Colorado’s Front Range. Prior to his current position he was a CBA board member for more than five years while operating his Northern Colorado radio station. Having parents who were both in radio and television, Justin was bitten by the “broadcast bug” early in life. In his spare time Justin enjoys skiing, cycling, and aviation.
Mike Sena is Regional General Manager for Latino Media Network. He’s a results-driven senior sales and business development leader with over 24 years of experience in revenue generation, market expansion, and sales leadership. Mike specializes in delivering client-focused solutions that enhance company value, strengthen brand positioning, and maximize long-term growth. With expertise in sales strategy, marketing, and brand development, Mike has a track record of negotiating and closing high-value local, regional, and national transactions. A champion of diversity and transformation, Mike is passionate about leveraging emerging media platforms, increasing member and donor support, and implementing fiscally responsible growth.
John Snyder serves as Group Account Director at Global Team Blue (GTB), where he oversees advertising and marketing efforts for Ford in the Houston region. With a distinguished career spanning 25 years in automotive advertising and marketing, Snyder has collaborated with numerous Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), including Nissan, Chevrolet, GMC Truck, Subaru, Buick, Pontiac, Cadillac, Hummer, and Ford. In the late 1990s, Snyder pioneered the Hispanic marketing initiative for Nissan and subsequently served on the General Motors South Central Region Hispanic Committee in the early 2000s. Later, he contributed to General Motors’ urban marketing efforts as the National Account Director for Cadillac and Hummer. Snyder’s experience also extends to the media side of the automotive industry; he has held positions as a national account executive at Univision-Dallas and as the Director of Automotive for Comcast Advertising. Currently, in his role at GTB, he manages the Ford Tier 2 advertising and marketing responsibilities in the Houston region, encompassing eight DMAs and over 130 Ford dealers.
Rich Tunkel is Managing Director for Nielsen Audio and a market and media research sales leader with over two decades of experience in broadcast and digital media research. Rich is responsible for all of Nielsen’s Audio business lines and the team of client service professionals serving broadcasters, satellite, podcast platform providers, and digital publishers. He also oversees the Nielsen Audio Alliance, the executive board comprising the largest audio publishers and agency media holding companies; the alliance’s work is focused on creating and guiding the future of audio measurement. Tunkel says, “I have always been a student of the role media and advertising plays in society and culture. I love working with publishers and advertisers to contribute to a vibrant and healthy media economy.”
Christopher Wood is the Deputy General Counsel for Entravision Communications Corporation, with nearly 18 years of experience working in Spanish-language media. In that position, he oversees legal affairs for Entravision’s U.S. Media Group, including nearly 100 radio and TV stations. Chris advises the stations on regulatory compliance matters and represents Entravision in meetings with elected officials and regulatory agencies in Washington. He is a graduate of the University of Virginia and Georgetown University Law Center.
