Event: 10th FHCI Liberty Bell

★Ibero-American Woman of the Year Medal
Is an electrical engineer who became the first Mexican woman to travel to space in June 2022 as part of the Blue Origin NS-21 mission aboard a New Shepard spacecraft. She has worked on five NASA missions, including Perseverance and the Europa Clipper. She has an Honoris Causa Doctorate for her humanitarian contributions to society and technology.
She is currently actively working to socialize the constitutional reform in space matters that considers activities in space as priorities for the country’s development, She also launched her Space Foundation, with which she developed the first aerospace camp in Mexico and Latin America.

★Ibero-American Diplomacy Medal
Governor Mike Dunleavy arrived in Alaska in 1983 as a young man looking for opportunity, and he found it. His first job was working in a logging camp in Southeast Alaska. Later on, Governor Dunleavy pursued his dream of becoming a teacher. He earned his teacher’s certificate, and then a master of education degree from the University of Alaska Fairbanks. He spent nearly two decades in northwest Arctic communities working as a teacher, principal, and superintendent.

★Ibero-American Community Medal
Served on the City of Wasilla Planning Commission for six (6) years and subsequently served as a City of Wasilla Council Member from January 2017 through October 2020. During her time on City Council Mayor Ledford acted as Deputy Mayor from July 2019 through October 2020. Mayor Ledford is the current President of the Alaska Conference of Mayors (ACoM); proudly serves on the Alaska Workforce Investment Board (AWIB); and is an active member of the Pre-MPO Policy Board for the Mat-Su Valley.

★Ibero-American Commerce Medal
Thanks to the perseverance he has in his work, he has grown professionally, providing a source of employment for more than 300 people.
His trajectory has paved the way for other restaurateur creating a bigger and more united Hispanic community.

★Ibero-American Lifetime Achievement Medal
Financier, banker, founder and first president of Women’s World Banking. Walsh was one a handful of women working on Wall Street in the 1950s when she became the first female manager to represent Merrill Lynch in its Beirut, Lebanon office in 1960. In 1970, Walsh became the first woman to make partner at the Wall Street brokerage firm Boettcher and Company. Walsh served as a project director at the US Congressional Office of Technology Assessment where she consulted on appropriate technology.

★Ibero-American Education Medal
Mat-Su Borough educator for 27 years. Earned Bachelor’s from UAF, Master’s from Western Oregon, and Administrative Certification from National University. Named Region 8 Principal of the Year in 2017 and 2023. Most proud of Fronteras being recognized as a 2023 Exemplary High Performing National Blue Ribbon School.

★Ibero-American Sports Medal
Andrew is a Paralympic gold and silver medalist born in Palmer, Alaska. He started skiing shortly after injuring his spine at age 13. He’s had to overcome adversity to become a dominant force in adaptive skiing, inspiring others with his determination and achievements.

★Ibero-American Activism Medal
Charles’ family originally comes from Point Hope and Kotzebue, and he is a Sitnasuak & Bering Straits shareholder from Nome who is enrolled with the Nome Eskimo Community. Charles attended Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, where he graduated with a Bachelors in Sociology.
Since returning to Alaska, Charles has assisted Tribes, non-profits and Alaska Native Corporations by providing training and facilitating projects in rural Alaska.

★Ibero-American Philanthropy Medal
Born in Sinaloa Mexico.. Married, has three children. Worked with PPEP Youth Build 2 decades training farmworker youth in housing
construction skills,GED, and college certifications. The man of the Year forArizona twice. His youth work recognized nationally as 100’s youth have been skill trained .

★Ibero-American Diversity and Inclusion
Adelina Rodríguez is dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her work focuses on fostering understanding and equality across communities. With a commitment to advocacy and education, she promotes inclusive environments where every voice matters. Adelina’s efforts contribute to creating positive social change and cultivating a culture of respect and acceptance.

★Ibero-American Humanitarian

In 1976 he came to Alaska became a member of laborers local 341 and retired in 1995. Since then he has volunteer his time to Community work & organizations since 1990 to present:

Our Lady of  Guadalupe Church, HOLA, CLASE, KSKA 91.1 FM, IME, Federacion de Michoacanos en Alaska

Under the FEDEMIAK he was able to go Mexico Congress and speak about the needs of a Mexican consulate office in Alaska , He was able to get them to approve the opening of the Mexican Consulate in 2008.

★Ibero-American Altruism
Comfort Nayaa Asher Arnold  was born in  Ghana, West Africa. As a girl she was denied education . Yet  became an integral part of the Ghana Rural Health Ministry.   She has volunteered a decade as the Ghana Country Diabetes Coordinator for the Tree of Life Foundation and PPEP inc. Presenter at national forums including USDOL ,  FHC.   www.ppep.org

★Ibero-American Entrepreneurship (Posthumous)
Hiram Hernandez, born on October 18 1934; the founder of Anchorage Fur Factory in 1968, alongside his brother Jorge Hernandez.
Hiram established a business that has since become known as Alaska Fur Gallery. Today, his children continue to uphold his legacy, expanding the business to locations in Alaska, Utah, and Colorado.

Juan José Origel (born in León, Guanajuato, Mexico), known as Pepillo Origel, is a Mexican presenter, journalist, actor, and singer. He began his career as an actor in the soap opera «Vivo por Elena,» where he played the role of Panameño. He has worked for TV Azteca, Televisa, Telemundo, Univision, Unicable and other networks.

As the visionary behind Exceptional Leadership Solutions, Carmen aims to elevate lives and maximize organizational ROI. Her intentional leadership techniques transcend inefficient dynamics, fostering high-performing teams. With over two decades of executive experience, she integrates her Latina background, two engineering degrees, MBA, coaching certifications, and roles as an International TEDx and Keynote Speaker

Is originally from Bolivia, with over 18 years demonstrated success helping organizations to increase their brand awareness and engage global audiences through communication strategies and journalism. She has a master’s in communication for Social Change, is the VP of the Bolivian Foundation and currently works as the spokesperson for the Latino media at New Jersey Department of Health.

Victim Advocate/Social Justice Activist/Artist/Filmmaker
Brandy is a recognized leader in the State of Utah regarding domestic violence and crime prevention education and has developed 100s curriculum to educate faith leaders, law enforcement, healthcare providers, journalist, business and professional leaders and Judges. Her story has been published in national newspapers and magazines, numerous books, including 4 documentaries. She’s personally responsible to getting Dating Violence Prevention funding added to Violence Against Women Act in Congress. She is the President of Centro Civico Mexicano in Salt Lake City that received the 2nd Campana Libertad.

Gloria Arredondo, Mexican author and artist. Woman’s rights advocate, social communicator and passionate poet for truth. Holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Minor In Chicano Studies.
Gloria has written hundreds of newspaper articles and published six books. Gloria serves as Vice President of ‘Fundación Honoris Causa Internacional’ Utah.

27 years of teaching experience in the Baldwin Park Unified School District, 6 years as a 3rd grade bilingual teacher, 18 years as a 6th grade math teacher, 3 years as a 3rd grade math teacher.

Education:
-High School diploma from Escuela Preparatoria José G. Montes in Tlaltenango, Zac. México
-Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from U. of California, Irvine
-Master’s degree in School Administration from Cal-Poly Pomona.

As a speaker and President of the Mexican Federation of Sports Yoga, she spearheads an initiative advocating for a bill in the Mexican Congress to incorporate sports yoga into school curricula. The aim is to combat bullying and childhood obesity

Serves as the ESL Student Advocate at a local community college in California. Dedicated to support non-English speakers who are unfamiliar with the U.S. education system. Angelina was recognized by the San Diego Magazine as a Pioneer in Education for her dedication in serving vulnerable community college students. In addition, she was named the 2024 California Mother of the Year® at the National Convention of American Mothers. As a MORE collaborator, she has learned how to share her knowledge with thousands of women in Latin America thanks to MORE Latinoamérica.

Maritza Lynn Higuera, born in Tucson, Arizona, and raised in Nogales Sonora, Mexico, has a profound understanding of migrant challenges from her border-town upbringing. As Health and Nutrition Coordinator for the Head Start Program across four counties, she’s dedicated to aiding children and families. Maritza spearheaded Santa Cruz County’s inaugural mobile library in 2022 and advocates for bilingual education and childhood nutrition. Through her work, she empowers families to embrace language diversity and educational opportunities.

Adam Galindo came to Alaska in 1969. Adam attended the local schools. Upon graduation joined the Alaska Air National Guard to pursue his love of aviation. As a member of the Alaska Air Guard he completed his Bachelor of Science from Wayland Baptist University. In 2007, Adam retired from the 211 Rescue Squadron as a Flight Engineer with numerous deployments supporting the war on terrorism. Adam rejoined the family business where he currently works and serves on numerous boards of other organization.

Founder CEO of Tatis Rodriguez Insurance Firm.
Insurance Agent and Official Member of the International Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) with Certification from the National Insurance and Bonding Commission (CEDULA B – Individual and Corporate Protection Sector).
Specialist in the insurance and financial sector, committed to protecting the risks faced by Mexican families and safeguarding their heritage with utmost conviction to ensure their well-being.

Brian McMullan is an Alaskan calligrapher that has been perfecting his art for almost two decades. More recently, Brian has delved into the handcrafting of historical document replicas, with the Declaration of Independence at the forefront. His added interest in this is due to his personal relation to Thomas Jefferson and Timothy Matlack, penman of the Declaration. He is currently the only known individual in the United States creating these replicas.

LinkedIn TOP VOICES since 2022 and podcaster.Public Speaker(TEDx & DISRUPT HR talks)
Designs Talent management models and solutions aligned with change management & business objectives of clients and their PRODUCTIVITY. Industries: IT, BPO, Logistics, Security, Banking in Mexico, Perú, Panamá and Chile. Connected to philanthropic causes

He began his fire service career at 18, becoming Nogales’ youngest paramedic at 19. Now a Fire Captain and Hazmat Coordinator, he holds numerous rescue and leadership certificates and a Bachelor’s in Business Management, currently pursuing an MBA. Founder of the Public Safety Global Alliance, he supports first responders worldwide, trains new firefighters, and has coordinated international hazardous materials drills on the U.S./Mexico border.

She holds a degree in Fine Arts and a Master’s in Applied Creativity and Self-Coaching. She is a committed individual, both as an artist and as a woman, integrating a critical stance in her work that focuses on defending the rights of women and girls, while denouncing gender inequality and violence. She is a founding member of Colectiva Portal de Igualdad, an international organization that promotes artistic creation by women, and she serves as the Curator of Europe’s most prominent exhibition of women artists, titled Voilà la femme.

She is an artist and scholar of the portrayal of women in film, advertising, and television. The Literary University of Valencia awarded her the Best Screenplay Prize for the short film «Los medios me vuelven loca» (The media drive me crazy).
She has a broad artistic career and her work is permanently exhibited in museums in Brazil, Mexico, Italy, Shanghai, Beijing, Korea, Taiwan, Tokyo, Pennsylvania, Miami, and New York.
She is a curator, art dealer, and director of the O+O Gallery (Oriente & Occidente).
She is a member of the Art Rain Forest in New York.

Her core areas of creation and research focus on: Text, Body, Gender, Identity, and Existence.
Yolanda Herranz’s artistic career began in 1979, and since then she has exhibited regularly.
Her highly conceptual creations unfold in artistic projects that have been showcased in over two hundred exhibitions across twenty-seven countries: in Europe, the Americas, Russia, and Japan.
Her work is represented in prestigious museums and institutions in various countries.

He is currently a registered student at University of Alaska Anchorage. He will be studying to achieve a degree in Anthropology. Additionally he is Manager at the Fly Trampoline Park in Wasilla. An accomplishment of him is that he have won the Jaxon Logan Award for Palmer High Wrestling

Claudia Parker, a Mexican artist based in Alaska, is celebrated for her talent and creativity in utilizing reused materials for her artworks. Her pieces, showcased at the Alaska Museum, captivate with their unique style and commitment to sustainability. Parker considers her pieces of art as messengers and continuing to innovate and dedicate herself to environmentally conscious art.

Resident since 2004, assistant at the Mexican Consulate in 2009, real state agent – broker, investor, and business owner.
With all her enthusiasm and love his time is directed to undertake new business ventures and help the Latino community.

Resident in AK since 2002, currently working as
Senior Mortgage Loan Originator, with PrimeLending, We can Originate Loan in a50 States.
Over 14 Years of Experience in Financial industry, First Time Home ownership, Investment Properties, Second Homes,
VA Loan (No Lenders Fees), FHA, Conventional, USDA Zero Down payment, HUD 184, ITIN program, ETC…
I have Heart and Passion to Help the Latino Community in General.

Carmen Robles, accomplished REALTOR® has empowered Alaska’s Hispanic community, guiding over 100 families through their first home purchases and long-term investments. Dedicated to building wealth and fostering homeownership, Carmen brings expertise and passion to real estate, fueled by a profound love for the unique experience of living in Alaska.

A New York Life Agent, who helps individuals, families, and businesses. She has connected through a variety of communities throughout Alaska. She is a bilingual speaker fluent in Spanish and English. Passionate about helping clients build a strong financial future through training, experience, and the products offered.

Co-owner of Big Bubba’s Trailers Alaska, a trailer sales company, and Big Bubba’s AK, LLC, a cross-border freight company. Chase has 16 years’ experience in the sales industry and 12 years’ experience owning multiple businesses. He is a bilingual American, fluent in English and Spanish with a deep Latino culture understanding.

Olga Narino is an Economist with a Master’s degree in Public Administration. She has 17 years of experience in business administration and commercial real estate investing. She and her husband own and operate Premier Valley Homes, a residential construction company that focuses on helping first-time homeowners to achieve their dream home with quality at a good value.

With over two decades in property management, Evelyn Luna specializes in optimizing rental properties and enhancing tenant satisfaction. A respected Latina leader in real estate, she leverages her expertise to maximize investment returns and foster community growth. Her commitment to excellence in property management sets her apart in the industry

Originally from Guatemala City, is a US citizen residing in Alaska since 1993. He’s accounting clerk and holds a certificate from the FBI and DEA academies, as well as a professional soccer coach license, Co-chair of the (ACPRTF) Anchorage Community Police Relation Task Force. He serves low-income and diverse communities, providing translation services, assisting with government forms, offering immigration support, notarizing documents, and directing community members to essential services.

Dr. Jesús Gerardo Bernal, a seasoned movement expert with 20+ years, transitioned from chiropractic practice to purposeful stretching. Pioneering clinics across Southern Arizona, delving into real estate, and coaching numerous businesses, he now channels expertise through MueveFlex. Passionate about fostering flexibility, strength, and health, he believes in enhancing lives by moving better, feeling better, and embracing vitality.