The Most Influential Latinas of 2023: Empowering Leaders Shaping the Future

In 2023, Latinas continued redefining leadership, breaking barriers, and setting new industry standards. Their stories of resilience, innovation, and empowerment are powerful examples of how Latinas shape our world.

Here are our top 5 most influential Latinas of 2023

Carla Vernón: Transformative Leadership at The Honest Company

In 2023 Carla Vernón became the CEO of The Honest Company and has been a light of transformative leadership. Her journey from ecology at Princeton to leading a major company is an example for young girls and has a positive impact on the business world. As the first Afro-Latina CEO of a publicly traded company, Vernón’s leadership is crucial in representing the Afro Latino community, often overlooked by large consumer-products companies. Under her guidance, Honest has seen record-breaking revenues, showcasing her ability to lead and innovate.

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Eva Longoria: A Force in Entertainment and Advocacy

Eva Longoria‘s journey from South Texas to Hollywood stardom shows how hard she has worked to be a figure of power and representation in the entertainment industry. This year, she made her directorial debut with ‘Flamin’ Hot’ and her docuseries ‘Searching for Mexico’, a documentary focused on exploring Mexicos cuisine.

These projects highlight her commitment to elevating Latino stories around the world. Beyond entertainment, Longoria’s foundation and political advocacy work are key in empowering Latinas and promoting Latino political participation.

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Karol G: A Global Music Phenomenon

Karol G’s 2023 has been marked by significant achievements, solidifying her status as a global music phenomenon. Her album ‘Mañana será Bonito,’ released in February, has been an international hit, featuring in top music charts worldwide. In July, the Colombian artist broke an attendance record on The Today Show filling the  Rockefeller Center streets with more than 15,000 people.

Also, her U.S. tour was one of the most profitable in urban music history. Karol G’s ‘Mañana será bonito fest’ in Medellín attracted 90,000 attendees, showcasing her massive appeal. Her collaboration with Shakira on “TQG” topped the charts in 18 countries and became her most successful song on Spotify, with over 808 million streams. Karol G’s music, particularly her ‘Bichota Season’ album, represents a narrative of empowerment, resonating with the new generation globally.

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Shakira: A Resurgent Icon in Music

Shakira’s 2023 has been a year of remarkable resurgence. Her separation from Gerard Piqué led to a renewed focus on her music career, resulting in a collection of empowering songs. Her collaboration with Bizarrap in Music Sessions #53 and “TQG” with Karol G dominated Spotify Charts, showcasing her continued relevance and appeal.

Shakira’s relocation to Miami marked a new chapter in her career, with her music breaking records and empowering women worldwide. She made history at the MTV VMA’s as the first Latin American woman to receive the Vanguard Award. Also, She dominated the Latin Billboard, becoming the most-awarded woman in its history, and won three Latin Grammys, evidencing her popularity for over three decades.

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America Ferrera: An Emmy-Winning Actress and Advocate

America Ferrera’s career, from Ugly Betty to ‘Barbie’, showcases her exceptional talent and dedication to representation. As the first Latina to win an Emmy for a leading role, Ferrera’s success is an example for aspiring Latino actors. Her advocacy work, including founding ‘Poderistas’ (a non-profit organization that launched in August 2020) and receiving the Jane Fonda Humanitarian Award, shows her commitment to empowering women and the Latino community.

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Celebrating the Impact of Latina Leaders and Looking Forward to the Future

The stories of these influential Latinas in 2023 are a powerful reminder of the diverse ways in which Latina leaders are shaping our world. Their business, entertainment, music, and advocacy achievements are personal triumphs and milestones for the entire Latino community.

As we celebrate their impact, we also look forward to the continued rise of Latina leaders who will shape our future with their vision, resilience, and unwavering commitment to making a difference.