Brillante Awards & Gala
Keep an eye out for announcements regarding the 2024 Brillante Awards & Gala, including honorees and event details. Meanwhile, you can revisit our 2023 gala highlights to get a sense of the celebration.
Kat Lazo is a director, producer and host. The Colombian-Peruvian New Yorker has made a name for herself as the Internet's favorite no-nonsense Latina who tells it how it is - in front and behind the camera.
Kat Lazo transitioned her popularity as a YouTuber into a thriving career as a producer. As a video producer for the Latine digital platform Mitú, she's most known for her series - "The Kat Call". She developed and hosted “The Kat Call” series, where she debunked taboos and misconceptions about the Latiné community. Kat hosted many series' including Thrillest's travel show "Barrio USA '' where she explored the diverse Latine subcultures across the country. She also hosted Spotify’s flagship morning show "The Get Up". For Universal Music, Kat produced an untitled feature socio-political documentary about Reggaeton. Most recently she served as producer for the upcoming 2024 Paramount + docu-series "De La Calle"; a travel series exploring the sounds of the Latine diaspora.
The Brillante annual awards recognize the outstanding individuals, non-profits, educational institutions and companies whose endeavors coincide with the Prospanica mission and directly benefit the advancement and recognition of Hispanics across the nation.
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As a member of the Prospanica alumni, you have a unique perspective on the people and entities that have contributed in lasting ways to the Hispanic community. You also recognize the dedication this level of leadership requires and the challenges that follow it.
For more information see Brillante Nomination Requirements.
The Brillante Award for Corporate/Government Excellence recognizes a corporate or government partner who has a proven track record of success in the recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce, including at the executive level.
For more information, see Brillante Nomination Requirements.
The Brillante Award for Community Service Excellence recognizes an entrepreneur, government agency, non-profit organization, or any other institution or person exemplifying Hispanic leadership through their drive and success.
For more information see Brillante Nomination Requirements.
The Brillante Award for Educational Excellence recognizes an institution or individual who advocates on behalf of diverse communities and students. The recipient has a successful track record dedicated to fostering Hispanics and preparing them for advanced educational, career and leadership opportunities.
For more information see Brillante Nomination Requirements.
The Brillante Award for Entrepreneurial Excellence recognizes an entrepreneur who exemplifies Hispanic leadership through their drive and success. The recipient advocates for and supports the Prospanica mission and initiatives.
For more information see Brillante Nomination Requirements.
The Brillante Award for Member Excellence recognizes a Prospanica member who exemplifies Hispanic leadership through their drive and success. The recipient also steps forward as an advocate for education and community collaborations that foster advancement in initiatives to empower Hispanics and assist them to further their educational and professional pursuits.
For more information see Brillante Nomination Requirements.
The Brillante Award for Latino ERG Excellence is our newest award. It recognizes an ERG/BRG that has a proven impact on its members, the business growth of its company, and the external Latino community. We believe that these groups lead from the cutting edge of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
For more information, see Brillante Nomination Requirements
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The Brillante Gala is an evening of celebration as we honor our founders, showcase milestones from our history, highlight the year’s achievements and recognize leaders who have contributed to our community.
🏆 Member Excellence - Dr. Angie Amarillas
🏆 Educational Excellence - Dr. Maria Albrecht
🏆 Community Service Excellence - Denisse Lamas
🏆 Corporate Excellence - Froedtert Health
🏆 Latino ERG Excellence - Mondelez International
Corporate Excellence: Neiman Marcus Group
Entrepreneurial Excellence: Wendy Catalina Ogando
Community Service Excellence - Jesse Trevino
Educational Excellence: University of Miami Herbert School of Business
Member Excellence: Candelario Cervantez
Latino ERG Excellence: ADELANTE con DISH Hispanic/Latinx ERG
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