Washington, DC [CapitalWirePR].– The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) proudly announced that its President & CEO Esther Aguilera was listed as one of the nation’s 50 most influential Hispanic leaders by HispanicBusiness.com. The list was released yesterday and focuses on Hispanics who have had a national impact and whose achievements inspire other Hispanics to similar endeavors.
“I am truly honored to be recognized by HispanicBusiness and to be in the company of so many committed and respected Latino leaders in our country,” said Aguilera. “This recognition drives me to continue the great work we are doing at CHCI to develop the next generation of Latino leaders.”
HispanTelligence, the research arm of HispanicBusiness Inc., chose the 2012 HispanicBusiness Influentials finalists from a variety of fields and focused on qualified individuals who have promoted the advancement of Hispanics in theUnited Statesthrough their leadership, community involvement and/or professional achievements.
Aguilera is one ofWashington’s top strategic thinkers and has served as President & CEO of CHCI since November 2004. Under her leadership, CHCI continues to aggressively expand national programs and services to Hispanic high school, college, and graduate students—growing the organization’s annual budget and national visibility. Propelled by her passion and her steadfast leadership, CHCI revenue has grown by more than 85 percent since 2005.
In March, Aguilera was bestowed the Cross of Isabel la Catolica by the Ambassador of Spain Jorge Dezcallar, an honor decreed by Royal Proclamation from King Juan Carlos I of Spain.
