NHMC & Apple TV+ Emmy’s House

May 6, 2025

From left to right: Roxann Dawson, Lorena Perez Batista, George Guzman, Jeanine Mason, NHMC President & CEO, Brenda Castillo, John Ortiz, Renata Vaca, and Camila Perez at NHMC and Apple TV+ Emmy House Latinx Celebration at the Hollywood Athletic Club on Monday, May 5th

“The beauty of this panel—of this moment—is that it reminds us why we tell stories in the first place," said Brenda Victoria Castillo, President & CEO, NHMC. “Stories connect us. They help us remember who we are and imagine who we might become. That’s why community matters — now more than ever. In a world that often tries to pull us apart, it’s up to us to hold each other close. To amplify each other's voices. To remind one another that we belong. So I encourage you - champion one another. Celebrate each other’s wins. Show up for each other’s work. Because a rising tide lifts all boats.”

Last night, the National Hispanic Media Coalition and Apple TV+ held an Emmy’s House—Celebrating Latino Excellence at the Hollywood Athletic Club. More than 300 guests were in attendance, including Emmy-voting members, executives, and creators. 

Panelists included:

Apple TV+ panelists with moderator and NHMC President & CEO, Brenda Castillo
From left to right: Diana Maria Riva, NHMC President & CEO, Brenda Castillo & Karen Pittman
Al Madrigal (2025 NHMC Impact Awards Gala Co-Host) 
From left to right: Jessica Marie Garcia (2025 NHMC Impact Awards Gala Co-Host) & Francia Raisa (NHMC ‘s Visionary Alliance Member
From left to right: Moises Zamora, NHMC President & CEO, Brenda Castillo, Brandon Guzman &  Michael Cimino
National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) is a 40+ year old 501(c)(3) non-profit, nonpartisan, civil and human rights organization that was founded to eliminate hate, discrimination, and racism toward Latino and marginalized communities.

We advance Latino visibility and influence from the halls of Washington, D.C., to the studios of Hollywood. Through our media advocacy and workforce development initiatives, NHMC creates spaces where diverse creators can connect, collaborate, and thrive. Our Series Scriptwriters Program, Latinx Stream Showcase, Creators Networking Program, Careers in Entertainment Youth Program, and Media Advocacy Fellowships serve as both incubators and pipelines, preparing the next generation of storytellers, advocates, and industry leaders. Through mentorship, education, networking opportunities, and direct access to entertainment executives, these programs help transform emerging talent into lasting industry voices while expanding authentic representation across media.

We lead the work to eliminate online hate and disinformation across media platforms. We advocate in the space of Artificial Intelligence when it intersects with civil & human rights, including making sure Latino-Interest and children’s protections are included in AI initiatives and implementations. We advocate for the Affordable Connectivity Program, Lifeline Program, Net Neutrality protections, and closing the digital divide for Latino and other marginalized communities. NHMC works in partnership with other social justice organizations to safeguard democracy in the United States of America.

NHMC is a not-for-profit, and provides equal opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

© 2026 National Hispanic Media Coalition // communications@nhmc.org // o. (626) 792-6462
linkedin facebook pinterest youtube rss twitter instagram facebook-blank rss-blank linkedin-blank pinterest youtube twitter instagram