In this episode, we welcome Frankie Miranda, the first openly gay president and CEO of the Hispanic Federation. During Frankie’s tenure at the Hispanic Federation, he has expanded operations to several states and Puerto Rico, launched disaster relief projects after Hurricanes Maria and Irma, and established the ACT Initiative to support Latinx LGBTQ+ communities. Previously, he held senior roles at New York Univision TV stations and worked on several political campaigns.
Join us as Frankie shares his personal and professional journey. Raised in a small town in Puerto Rico and educated at NYU, Frankie reflects on his upbringing, his family’s sacrifices, and his experiences with his queer identity and how these have shaped his work at the Hispanic Federation. Frankie also discusses the importance of culturally competent voter outreach and the vital role grassroots organizations play in supporting Latinx communities.
