Leaders On the Mic

In this episode, host Ana Valdez (President & CEO of the Latino Donor Collaborative) sits down with Alex Valdez and Pablo De la Fuente, the directors of a new and inspiring nature documentary film called The Power of One from in which they plan to springboard a career where they to the wildest corners of the planet, teaming up with bold eco-heroes, who are bringing endangered ecosystems back to life. Together, they embark on thrilling expeditions and race to restore nature; proving that saving the world starts with THE POWER OF ONE.

In this episode, host Ana Valdez (President & CEO of the Latino Donor Collaborative) sits down with Ada Cruz, an inspiring Latina influencer and voice redefining the immigrant journey of Latinos in America.

Ada shares the powerful story of her and her family, and how they overcame countless hardships that paid off immensely when she was accepted into Harvard and which she now uses as inspiration for her career in criminal law.

In this episode, host Ana Valdez (President & CEO of the Latino Donor Collaborative) sits down with Christian Maldonado, one of the most dynamic Latino influencers using digital platforms to amplify culture, humor, and authentic representation.

Christian shares his journey from creating viral content to becoming a powerful voice for Latino identity online, reflecting on how storytelling, comedy, and community can shift narratives and inspire pride across generations.

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.

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!

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.