The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation has launched the fourth edition of its annual Leading Ladies of Entertainment Connect TogetHER mentorship program, presented in partnership with She Is The Music, a nonprofit working to increase the number of women across the music industry.
This year’s mentors include a distinguished roster of leaders from various corners of the industry:
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Rocío Guerrero, Head of Music, Latin/Iberia, Amazon Music
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Rosa Lagarrigue, CEO of artist management company RLM
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Luana Pagani, Partner & President at Fairwinds Entertainment
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Ivy Queen, singer/songwriter and Latin GRAMMY nominee
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Vivir Quintana, singer/songwriter and social activist for women's rights in Mexico
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Diana Rodríguez, CEO and founder of Criteria Entertainment, a music management and marketing firm, and Mercado Negro, a boutique management agency and label
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Janina Rosado, Latin GRAMMY winning pianist, arranger and director
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Maria Elena Salinas, award winning journalist
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Ana Rosa Santiago, Senior Vice President of Latin Music & LatAm for Universal Music Publishing Group
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Julieta Venegas, singer/songwriter Latin GRAMMY and GRAMMY winner
In addition to one-on-one virtual sessions with mentees following a career in the music and entertainment industries, the program includes a public panel moderated by past mentees Anabella Paolucci and Maria Esperanza. The panel features Guerrero, Pagani, Salinas, and Santiago, and is available to view here.
"We are proud to support the next generation of women in the Latin music industry with the Leading Ladies who generously share their time and expertise, and She Is The Music," said Raquel "Rocky" Egusquiza, Executive Director of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation. "Together, the impact of community is made visible as we work towards closing the gender gap within the Latin music industry."
Originally launched by The Latin Recording Academy in 2016, the Leading Ladies of Entertainment initiative honors women who have made meaningful contributions to the arts and entertainment industries while empowering future generations of female leaders.
About The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation
The Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization established by The Latin Recording Academy. Now in its 10th year, the Foundation is dedicated to supporting music education and empowering communities through Latin music and culture. Since its founding, the Foundation has donated over $12 million through scholarships, programs, and grants, with the support of members, artists, sponsors, and donors. Learn more at latingrammyculturalfoundation.org, and follow @latingrammyfdn on social media.
About She Is The Music
She Is The Music (SITM) is a global nonprofit dedicated to increasing the number of women in music — from songwriters and producers to executives and engineers. Its programming includes a global database of women in music, education and mentorship initiatives, and all-women songwriting camps worldwide. Learn more at sheisthemusic.org.