9/6/2025
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Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL

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Teresa Martinez
(phone: 863-640-1054)

¡Viva Polk! Brings National Latino Transformation Conference to Lakeland for the First Time

Latino Leadership & Innovation Take Center Stage at the 2025 Latino-American Transformation Conference

Thanks to the visionary leadership of ¡Viva Polk! Magazine, La Conferencia de Transformación Latinoamericana, will take place in Lakeland, Florida, for the first time, on Saturday September 6, 2025. This inspiring one-day event will unite influential speakers, entrepreneurs, educators, and community leaders from across the U.S. and Latin America for a powerful day designed to equip, empower, and elevate the Latino community.

Hosted at the stunning Bush Chapel at Southeastern University, the conference will feature dynamic keynotes focused on leadership, emotional intelligence, financial wellness, personal branding, communication, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship.

Following celebrated editions in Tampa, Houston, and two consecutive sold-out events in Atlanta, the 2025 Lakeland edition is co-hosted by:

• Mariela Romero, 27-time Emmy Award-winning journalist and transformational author

• Giovanni González, author and internationally recognized leadership coach

• Teresa Martínez, author and iconic Polk County educator and publisher of ¡Viva Polk! Magazine

 2025 Featured Speakers:

• Omar Arroyo – Former Mayor of Haines City

• Dr. Ángela García Falconetti – President, Polk State College

• Franceen Gonzales – Former President, LEGOLAND® Florida Resort

• Dr. Martha Santiago – Polk County Commissioner

• Peter O. Estévez – Author and Founder of LatinTalks

• Teresa Martínez – Publisher, ¡Viva Polk! Magazine and educational leader

• Mercedes Guzmán – Emotional healing expert and transformational speaker

• Sergio Pérez – Software Engineer at META and MIT graduate

• Consra Rosales – Financial empowerment leader

• Giovanni González & Mariela Romero – Co-founders of the Conference

“This conference is not just an event—it’s a movement,” says Mariela Romero. “It’s about unlocking human potential and celebrating the brilliance, resilience, and leadership of our Latino community.”

With over 1,600 past in-person attendees and a digital reach of 2.4 million, the conference offers a unique platform for businesses and sponsors to align their brand with one of the fastest-growing, purpose-driven demographics in the U.S. It is also a great bilingual recruitment opportunity!

 Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025

 Location: Bush Chapel, Southeastern University, Lakeland, FL

 Audience: Entrepreneurs, executives, educators, public officials, and changemakers

Why should companies invest in their Hispanic Employees?

Companies can enhance their workforce's leadership skills, cultural competence, and emotional intelligence.  Investing in this conference not only demonstrates a commitment to diversity but also empowers employees to bring innovative ideas and perspectives back to the workplace. Additionally, organizations can strengthen their connections within the Latino community, contributing to a more engaged and motivated workforce.

 Sponsorship packages available

For press inquiries, interviews, or sponsorship details, contact:

 Teresa Martínez – teresa@vivapolk.com |  863-640-1054

 Mariela Romero – mj@marielaromero.com

For more information visit https://transformaelfuturo.com

See pages 16 and 17 for a bilingual article in ¡Viva Polk! Magazine
https://issuu.com/vivapolk/docs/viva_polk_-_vol.9_edicio_n_26_-_2025  

Click HERE for the sponsorship package

 

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