The Top Entrepreneur Awards 2025, hosted by Hispanic Target Magazine during Art Basel Miami, served as a significant platform for honoring individuals whose work has profoundly impacted the social, cultural, and economic fabric of South Florida's Hispanic community. The event, aligned with the official Miami-Dade County cultural agenda through the Hispanic Affairs Advisory Board (HAAB), elevated Hispanic excellence by integrating recognition within the international context of Art Basel, thereby blending art, leadership, entrepreneurship, and cultural diplomacy. Hosted in collaboration with TOP 67 Art Gallery and presented by Nancy Clara, Editorial Director of Hispanic Target Magazine, the ceremony highlighted professional trajectories marked by innovation, resilience, and deep community commitment.
Award recipients spanned diverse sectors, underscoring the multifaceted nature of Hispanic contributions. Marcos Acuña, CEO of Quick Scan & Go, was recognized for innovation in technology-driven consumer solutions. Dr. Griselle Marino, Director of the Hispanic Affairs Advisory Board of Miami-Dade County, was honored for her public service and advocacy, a role detailed on the official county site at https://www.miamidade.gov/global/hispanic-affairs/home.page. Claudia Serrer, Commissioner of ProChile Miami, received an award for her leadership in economic diplomacy and international trade. Other honorees included Adriana Bianco, Director of the Argentine and Latin American Film Festival, for cultural leadership; Rebeca Calvet, Co-Founder of Club Expats, for global community building; and Gustavo Garagorry, a Republican candidate for City of Doral Council, for civic engagement.
The awards also celebrated excellence in real estate, insurance, philanthropy, and the arts. Adriana Aiello Ambrugna of RealFinity was recognized for real estate excellence, while Nick Brunzell, CEO & Co-Founder of Archangel Brokers Insurance, was honored. Juliana Hecker of the Argentine Consulate in Miami and Norberto Spangaro, Philanthropist and CEO of MIArgentina, were acknowledged for cultural promotion and philanthropic efforts, respectively. Artists Gioconda Salcedo, Jonathan Amado, and Carina Moffatt of Moffatt Real Estate Group were also among the awardees, highlighting the integral role of creative and business professionals in community advancement.
Special recognitions were extended to individuals strengthening journalism, arts, and civic responsibility. Yvette Franco, President of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists – South Florida, and Dr. Pedro González Jr., President of the Florida Association of Hispanic Journalists (FAHJ), were honored for their roles in supporting Hispanic media. Paula Sánchez Ariza, a Colombian muralist invited to paint at Art Basel Wynwood, was recognized for her artistic contributions, with her work featured at https://www.artbasel.com/. The evening was enriched by artistic expression and dialogue, reinforcing the importance of platforms that elevate Hispanic voices and foster cross-sector collaboration.
Hispanic Target Magazine expressed gratitude to collaborators and sponsors, including the Hispanic Affairs Advisory Board – Miami-Dade County, Archangel Brokers Insurance, STG Mobile Detailing, Olé Communication, TOP 67 Gallery, Mi Libro Hispano, Ataxmar, and Fundación Almenar Otero. The Top Entrepreneur Awards 2025 reaffirmed the magazine's commitment to celebrating leadership characterized by purpose, creativity, and social responsibility, serving as a powerful testament to the strength, diversity, and enduring impact of South Florida's Hispanic community. By positioning these awards within a globally recognized cultural event like Art Basel, the ceremony not only honored individual achievements but also amplified the collective influence of Hispanic professionals on both local and international stages.
