Maker’s Mark – La Mesa Dinner in Atlantic City

The Latino Coalition had the distinct pleasure of partnering with Beam Suntory for another amazing Maker’s Mark “La Mesa” Dinners on International Women’s Day, March 8th at Cuba Libre Restaurant and Rum Bar in Atlantic City. Elba Giron of Beam Suntory, and her dynamic team, were magnificent hosts at this intimate dinner for our Latino Coalition leadership and VIP guests.

Fabulous, unique Maker’s Mark Bourbon cocktails were paired with delicious Cuban cuisine throughout the night. An added treat for all guests was an opportunity to create their very own uniquely scented candle in their take-home Maker’s Mark mug.

In honor of International Women’s Day, we learned about Marjorie “Margie” Samuels, wife of Maker’s Mark founder T. William Samuels, and how this innovative woman gave the whiskey its name, drew its label, and thought up the wax dipping top that gives the bottle its distinctive look when it was introduced to the market in 1959.

The Latino Coalition, led by Jeanette Prenger, CiCi Rojas, IOM, Delia Marin, and Lizette Gonzalez, would like to thank Elba Giron, the Maker’s Mark team, and each one of our illustrious guests: Elizabeth C. Berman and Randy Berman, of Inca Kola; Rafael Cuellar, MBA, ShopRite Grocery Stores and TLC Board Member; Michael Fernández, of V Me Media; Rafael “Ray” Collazo, UnidosUS Action Fund Inc.; and Ralph W. Tejeda (PCQI), Morris County Hispanic-American Chamber of Commerce. We look forward to our next “La Mesa” dinner. ¡Gracias!

CHLI Public Policy Congressional Briefing

TLC was honored to attend our Alliance Partner’s The Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute’s (CHLI) first Public Policy Congressional Briefing of the 2023 series to gain knowledge and information on “Where do Hispanics creators and viewers fit in changing “TV” platforms?”

This briefing was held on Wednesday, February 8th, in Washington, D.C.

The conversation was moderated by Felix Sanchez, President and CEO of the National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts, and include two of TLC’s partners: Saul Hernandez, Vice President of Government Relations at NCTA and Michael Fernandez, Vice President of Marketing at VMe Media; along with Christina Mason, Senior Manager of Government Affairs, Dish Networks; Augusto Valdez, Partner, Kids Street; and U.S. Representative Marc Veasey of Texas.

The series is held on Capitol Hill and features national and international leaders and experts from the public, private, and non-profit sectors. CHLI seeks to provide leadership on a number of issues currently affecting the Hispanic community. Throughout the series, CHLI strives to facilitate an in-depth dialogue to discuss relevant topics impacting the U.S. Hispanic community and our hemisphere.

The goal of the series is to inform Members of Congress, their staff, national leaders, and members of the media of issues that impact the Hispanic community. The Congressional Briefing Series provides a forum to discuss the current political environment, analyze the impact of public policy, discuss areas of improvement, and promote the engagement of the Hispanic community in both the public and private sectors.

Thanks to CHLI President & CEO, Mary Ann Gomez Orta, we will soon make a separate post with a link for you to view highlights of this briefing.

EEI Welcome Back Congress Reception

TLC was honored to attend the Welcome Back Congress Reception hosted by TLC’s partner Edison Electric Institute (EEI) at Hawk n’ Dove in Washington, DC. Thanks to Kwame Canty, Senior Director of External Affairs, who extended the invitation to this wonderful reception with a distinguished group of DC staffers, partners and associates of EEI. Since EEI was founded 90 years ago, EEI’s member companies have electrified the nation, introduced new and more sustainable ways to produce electricity, and built the foundation for a resilient clean energy future that promotes economic growth and prosperity for all Americans.

In the group photo from left to right are Lizette Gonzalez (TLC), Kwame Canty (Senior Director of External Affairs, EEI), Lena Hernandez (Sr. Director of External Affairs & Administration, D&P Creative Strategies), and Santiago Salas Oliva (Associate Manager of Government & International Affairs, US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce).

Las Vegas Reception

The Latino Coalition in cooperation with our Alliance Partner, Latin Chamber of Commerce Las Vegas – Nevada, had the pleasure of hosting some of our partners and allies in Las Vegas recently. Great connections were made and a wonderful dinner was shared at this President’s Reception, held at Mabel’s BBQ in the Palms Casino Resort.

Minnesota Dinner

Leadership of The Latino Coalition truly enjoyed their time meeting with leadership and members of the Latino Chamber of Commerce Minnesota for a delightful dinner and evening of conversation and connections. This group of community leaders gathered at the Tavola Kitchen and Bar in the sophisticated Elliot Park Hotel located in the historic area of downtown Minneapolis.

Maker’s Mark – La Mesa Dinner

The Latino Coalition had the distinct pleasure of partnering with Beam Suntory for one of their Maker’s Mark La Mesa Dinners on November 29th at Ipanema Restaurant in New York City. Elba Giron, of Beam Suntory and her dynamic team were magnificent partners in this intimate dinner.

Through a delicious three course meal that incorporated Maker’s Mark Bourbon in each dish of which each course was paired with a unique Maker’s Mark Bourbon cocktail, we not only learned about Maker’s Mark Burbon and its history, we created in depth dialogue. We were engaged in delightful conversations, learned about each guests’ personal story, their Latino roots.

The Latino Coalition would like to thank Elba, the Maker’s Mark team, Ipanema Restaurant, and each one of our distinguished guests. We look forward to more dinner opportunities like these and continuing the dialogue with our partners. ¡Gracias!