Hispanic Excellence: Business

The Panthers ‘Celebration of Hispanic Excellence’ program recognizes individuals nominated by their peers, colleagues, families or friends for the positive impact they are making in South Florida and beyond. This includes business owners, educators, creators, healthcare workers, public servants, executives and more.

Last week, leaders in public service and education were recognized.

For week two, the Panthers will highlight honorees in business.

Assistant County Administrator/ Broward County Board of County Commissioners​

Dr. Isami Ayala-Collazo was named Assistant County Administrator in August 2025 and has over 25 years of public administration experience at state, county, and local levels of government.  Prior to joining Broward County, she held a dual role as Assistant County Administrator and Director of the Facilities Development and Operations department for Palm Beach County. Before moving to South Florida, she served as the Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer for the Department of General Services in Montgomery County, Maryland. Dr. Ayala-Collazo's background is multifaceted; she is a professional engineer, an attorney, and a doctor in public administration. Much of her experience and expertise is in managing large-scale capital improvement projects, performing every phase of project management for multiple, multi-million-dollar projects. Her engineering and project management background and experience will be a tremendous  asset to Broward County as the County embarks on major capital projects, such as the forensic science center, emergency operations and communications center, and a new governmental center. She has a robust portfolio of agencies under her oversight and is a trusted advisor.​

Chief Operating Officer, Tobias Financial Advisors​

Edgar Collado is Chief Operating Officer for Tobias Financial Advisors, where he oversees operations, finance, human resources, compliance, marketing, and strategic initiatives. Since joining the firm in 2017, he has helped strengthen its infrastructure, processes, and culture while supporting significant growth, with assets under management increasing more than fivefold and revenue growing approximately fivefold during his tenure. He became a partner and shareholder in 2024. Edgar brings more than 20 years of finance and management experience. Before Tobias Financial, he spent nearly a decade at Ingersoll Rand, ultimately serving as Vice President of Finance for its Latin America business unit and leading a 100-person finance team supporting a business with more than $500 million in revenue. Raised in Queens, New York, as the son of Dominican immigrants, Edgar's leadership philosophy was shaped by a private donor who helped him complete college during a period of financial hardship. That experience continues to influence his commitment to mentorship, professional development, and creating opportunities for others. He holds an MBA from NYU's Stern School of Business and a B.S. in Finance from St. John's University. Edgar lives in Weston, Florida, withhis wife and three sons.​

Senior Manager, Government Relations and Public Affairs, Coca-Cola Beverages Florida​

Isabela Corzo serves as Senior Manager of Government Relations & Public Affairs for Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, overseeing federal, state, and local government engagement across the state for the sixth-largest Coca-Cola bottler in the United States. Throughout her career, Isabela has built a reputation for connecting businesses, government leaders, nonprofit organizations, and communities to create meaningful impact. Before joining Coke Florida, she served as Director of Public Policy at United Way Miami, advancing policy initiatives around community development and social impact. She's also held executive leadership roles at Carnival Cruise Line, as Director of Executive Affairs and Chief of Staff to the President, and at Florida International University, where she worked in the Office of the President and served as a Faculty Fellow in the Honors College. A proud Colombian American, Isabela is deeply engaged in civic and nonprofit work across South Florida, including service as Vice Chair of the Miami-Dade County Domestic Violence Oversight Board. She holds a Master of Public Administration from Florida International University, has completed public administration studies through the University of Seoul's Seoul Case Study Program, is a graduate of Leadership Florida and was recognized as a 2024 Rising Star of Florida Politics by INFLUENCE Magazine. Known for her collaborative leadership style, Isabela continues to use her voice and influence across government relations, public affairs, and civic service — to champion economic growth, community investment, sustainability, and engagement throughout Florida,while serving as a role model for the next generation.​

Director of Community Affairs, Miami Herald & el Nuevo Herald​

Raymond Dueñas is the Director of Community Affairs at the Miami Herald and el Nuevo Herald, where he leads community engagement initiatives that strengthen the connection between the newsroom and South Florida. He oversees nationally recognized programs including the Silver Knight Awards, which has recognized thousands of exceptional high school seniors for academic achievement, exceptional leadership, and community service. He also oversees the Miami Herald Spelling Bee in Miami-Dade, Monroe, and Broward counties which builds confidence and opportunity for young students across South Florida. In June 2024, Raymond was recognized as a James McClatchy Awards Recipient by McClatchy, the Miami Herald's parent company, which honors those working behind the scenes of our newsrooms. They do mission-critical work so that we can deliver quality journalism and products to our audiences. Raymond is committed to giving back to the community through his service and involvement in local and national boards and committees. A graduate of Leadership Miami Class 42, Raymond was recognized with the Carlos J. Arboleya Community Service Award. Immediately after graduating, he joined the Executive Council and currently serves as the Program Chair guiding one of the region's premier leadership development programs and helping cultivate the next generation of civic and business leaders. He also serves as Co-Chair for United Way Miami’s Young Leaders, Secretary for the University of Florida's Association of Hispanic Alumni, and on the Board of Directors for the Girl Scouts of Tropical Florida and Miami Herald Charities. Raymond was recently named a University of Florida 40 Gators Under 40 honoree, which celebrates alumni with exceptional professional achievement and service. Whether he's championing students, mentoring emerging leaders, or building partnerships that strengthen the region, Raymond consistently uses his platform to lift others up, leading with humility, integrity, and a genuine passion for creating opportunity.​

Founder, Edenburg Hospitality + Amerisafe Industries​

Ignacio Edenburg was born in Argentina to a family shaped by resilience — his grandparents immigrated from Poland after escaping the war. His own path took him from Argentina to Spain as a young person, and then to the United States, where he finished high school and attended university. Along the way he lived and worked across Spain, Colombia, Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina before settling in South Florida, giving him a broad, cross-cultural perspective on business and people. He now lives in South Florida with his wife and their two children. Nearly 30 years ago, Ignacio founded Edenburg Hospitality a full FF&E service company for Hotels and Amerisafe manufacturing in room safes for hotels building a career of more than three decades in Hotels interior design, hospitality, logistics, and furniture manufacturing. His expertise goes beyond aesthetics  through his own manufacturing plants, he oversees design, logistics, and furniture production together, letting him deliver spaces that are visually striking as well as practical and efficient. That integrated approach has made him a trusted name in the Hospitality industry, with more than 300 hotel installations completed to date. Ignacio's commitment to service runs just as deep as his business career. He has spent years as a youth soccer coach with the City of Pembroke Pines, supported an orphanage in Venezuela, contributed to post-earthquake relief efforts in Haiti, and backed various cancer associations and community organizations across South Florida. He's also maintained meaningful involvement with both Jewish and Catholic religious institutions, reflecting a personal commitment to faith and bringing people together. In 2023, after experiencing fatigue, bone pain, neuropathy, and dizziness, Ignacio was diagnosed with myelofibrosis, a rare and terminal form of blood cancer. He began working with the Gift of Life Marrow Registry to find his own matching blood stem cell or bone marrow donor. He is still waiting for that match, but in the process of searching for his own cure, his efforts sparked something much bigger: more than 3,267 people have been swabbed, 66 matches have been facilitated for other patients, and 5 lifesaving transplants have been made possible for people he'll likely never meet. He's also helped create introductions and opportunities to spotlight Gift of Life at major conferences and other initiatives. In recognition of this work, he received Gift of Life's highest honor, the Partners for Life award, and was recognized by the United Nationswith the Peace Medal both in 2024.​

CEO, FONSIS LLC​

Gloria L. Fonseca is a Colombian-American entrepreneur, economist, and government contracting leader. She is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FONSIS LLC, a certified minority and woman-owned construction company specializing in public sector projects across South Florida. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics with a specialization in International Trade and has completed extensive executive education and leadership programs focused on procurement, compliance, and small business development. This academic and professional foundation has positioned her as a trusted contractor and advisor within the government contracting ecosystem. Under her leadership, FONSIS LLC has successfully delivered infrastructure, renovation, and facility improvement projects for multiple public agencies, including Miami-Dade Public Libraries, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, Zoo Miami, the City of Miami Beach, the City of Miramar, Miami-Dade Parks and Recreation, Miami-Dade Public Housing and Community Development, and the Miami-Dade Health Department. The company is widely recognized for its strong performance, regulatory compliance, and ability to execute complex public works projects. Through consistent delivery and operational excellence, FONSIS LLC has established itself as a reliable partner in the public sector construction space. Beyond her business achievements, Gloria is a dedicated advocate for supplier diversity and small business development. She serves on the International Trade Consortium Board and the Hispanic Affairs Board of Miami-Dade County, where she supports initiatives that promote economic opportunity, global trade, and equitable access for minority-owned businesses. She is also a respected mentor and speaker, having trained hundreds of entrepreneurs on government procurement, certification processes, and contract readiness. Her guidance has helped numerous small businesses successfully enter and grow within thepublic contracting space.​

SVP of Corporate and External Affairs, NBCUniversal Telemundo​

Christina Kolbjornsen serves as Senior Vice President of Corporate and External Affairs based in Miami, overseeing public affairs, corporate social responsibility, community engagement, and partnerships in support of NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises' business goals. She led the Corporate Affairs division's groundbreaking external engagement for the recent FIFA World Cup 2026, achieving the highest viewer ratings for Spanish-language television. She previously spent nine years at Wells Fargo, first as Vice President, Corporate Communications Manager, and later as Senior Vice President, Head of Segments and Marketing Communications, leading internal and external communications for Hispanic, LGBT, Military/Veterans, Native American, African American, Asian, and disability community segments. Earlier in her career, she held communications leadership roles at República, Wragg & Casas Public Relations, and Citigate Dewe Rogerson. Kolbjornsen earned her BA in Economics from Stony Brook University and a Master's in Public Management from the University of Maryland.​

Principal & CEO, LMA Consultants | Co-Founder & Publisher, S Revista​

Born in Puerto Rico, Lucy Morillo, Esq., is a Miami-based attorney, chief executive, entrepreneur, and community leader whose career reflects more than 30 years of changemaking across business, philanthropy, healthcare, higher education, advanced aviation, media, and governance. At age 19, she left her hometown of Caguas for Pennsylvania, where she earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Public Administration from Penn State University, followed by a law degree from the University of Pittsburgh. After law school, she built her executive career while raising her son as a single mother and caring for her mother during her battle with ALS. Morillo contributed to two historic $1 billion campaigns at Penn State and the University of Miami, where she built a nationally recognized gift-planning program that generated more than $300 million. As President and CEO of Nicklaus Children’s Health Foundation, she grew annual revenue from $4 million to $25 million, led a $150 million campaign to completion two years ahead of schedule, and secured the $60 million naming gift that established Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. Today, Morillo is Principal and CEO of LMAConsultants, a women-owned Certified B Corporation, and Co-Founder and Publisher of S Revista, a Spanish-language media platform that celebrates Hispanic leadership and elevates Hispanic voices. She previously served as President and CEO of UrbanX Air Mobility, becoming one of the few Hispanic women CEOs in advanced aviation. A passionate champion of women’s leadership and Hispanic representation, Morillo is Immediate Past President of the International Women’s Forum Florida Chapter and continues to serve on its board. Named one of People en Español’s “25 Most Powerful Latina Women,” she has dedicated her career to strengthening communities, opening doors for others, and advancing Hispanic voices and leadership throughout South Florida and beyond. Her journey comes full circle through herson, Nic López-Morillo, an accomplished Hispanic attorney in Charlotte, NC.​