The American Consumer: One Economy, Many Stories

HL BUSINESS Beyond the trillion-dollar headlines, HL explores the people, purchasing decisions and financial realities shaping America's economic future.Article by Richard Sandovals Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, new economic research offers another...

Edward James Olmos | A Perspective on Latino Influence

HL | WATCH Revisiting a conversation from the 2025 Imagen Awards, the acclaimed actor, director and producer shares a perspective on Latino contributions that remains relevant in today's changing American landscape. Article and Photos by Richard Sandovalome...

Dr. Vanessa Montañez | Homeownership and Heritage

HL INSIGHTS  Dr. Vanessa Montañez reflects on family, sacrifice, homeownership and the generational lessons that continue to shape her work as she begins a new professional chapter.Article by Richard Sandovalor Dr. Vanessa Montañez, Hispanic Heritage Month begins with...

Nuria Rivera | Why This Moment Matters

HL INSIGHTS  Entrepreneur and national NAHREP leader Nuria Rivera shares her perspective on Latino leadership, resilience and why she believes this is a pivotal moment in America.Article by Richard Sandoval“I really, truly believe that this is a very important moment...

A Chicago Fire Sighting In Kettleman City?

HL Entertainment    Sometimes you meet one of your favorite actresses in the most unexpected places. For us, it was Chicago Fire star Miranda Rae Mayo at an In-N-Out Burger in Kettleman City, California.Article by Richard Sandovale were on our way home after producing...

Robert Alaniz | Remembering a Pioneer in Latino Public Affairs

MILESTONE  Robert Alaniz, a respected communications strategist, public affairs professional and longtime contributor to the Latino media and business community, died September 27, 2026. He was 74.Article/Commentary by Richard SandovalRobert Alaniz1952–2026 Strategist...

THE POWER of PRESENCE

Message from Richard Sandoval As we prepared this October edition of HL | Culture & Influence, I was struck by the common thread running through the stories we are sharing. Nina Vaca. Daniela Mounger. Dolores Arredondo. Michelle Juarez-Perry. Valeria...

Nina Vaca | Connecting People to Opportunity

HL INSIGHTS  Thirty years after founding Pinnacle Group, Nina Vaca continues to define success through resilience, gratitude and a clear sense of purpose.Article by Richard Sandovalhen HispanicLifestyle.com recently reconnected with Nina Vaca at AVANCE Global in Las...

Dolores Arredondo | What’s Next for a Woman of Influence

HL INSIGHTS  As Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates achievement, culture and contribution, HL | Culture & Influence is also looking forward reconnecting with people we have recognized over the years and asking a simple question: What’s next?Article by Richard...

Daniela Mounger | Building a Better Way to Send Money Home

HL INSIGHTSFor Wells Fargo executive Daniela Mounger, the modernization of ExpressSend® is both a business initiative and something deeply personal.Photos and article by Richard Sandovalor Daniela Mounger, sending money across borders is not simply part of her job....

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