2025 Latino Achievers

Kimberly Fernandez

Vice President

Kimberly Fernandez is a Vice President in the US Inward Investment Unit of Aon’s Global Client Network with over 20 years of experience. She provides insight into standard US practices that impact Global Controlled Insurance Programs and ensures industry specific terms and conditions are included within Global Programs. Kimberly coordinates with Broker teams to provide expertise in areas with greater exposure to US litigation. Kimberly has been a fundamental supporter of Aon Latino Professional Network through her leadership at the New York Office. She is seen as a mentor for many colleagues and promotes a more inclusive workplace within Aon.

Diego Ochoa

Associate

Diego Ochoa is a Corporate and Investment Banking Coverage Associate at SMBC. Born in Ecuador, he moved to the United States with his family as a child and grew up in East New York, Brooklyn. In 2010, Diego joined the U.S. Army in pursuit of new opportunities and was assigned to the Army’s 10th Mountain Division. During his service, he deployed to Afghanistan twice and earned the rank of Sergeant before choosing to return to school to study finance. He attended LaGuardia Community College before earning his bachelor's degree in finance from NYU’s Stern School of Business in 2020. Diego holds a leadership role in SMBC’s veterans' ERG and volunteers as a mentor for LaGuardia Community College students aspiring to transfer to four-year schools.

Teresa Cazares-Humble

Managing Director

Teresa Cazares-Humble is a Managing Director, and is the Business Development Leader for Executive Lines at Brown & Brown. With more than 20 years of experience, she works with service teams to develop and validate corporate insurance programs, ensuring they align with customers' financial strategy. As part of her passion to help others, Teresa mentors 20+ individuals through Brown & Brown's professional development program, participates as a mentor for the Women's Team Resource Group for Brown & Brown and is an advisor on the Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging committee at Brown & Brown. Teresa was named to Insurance Business America's 2019 and 2021 Elite Women list.

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Robert Aguilar

President

Robert Aguilar is the president of Cabrera Capital Markets, where his leadership has driven the firm's growth in investment banking and institutional brokerage. As one of the largest Latino-owned investment banks, Cabrera Capital is paving the way for smaller minority-owned firms. A Chicago native and a proud product of the public education system, Robert is committed to giving back to his community, including funding a financial literacy program to help young students build a strong foundation for success.

Alex Caram

Managing Director, BNP Paribas ALM Treasury

A child of Argentinean immigrants, Alex Caram spent two decades in financial markets in the US and Europe. Today he is a Managing Director in charge of the BNP Paribas liquidity risk management framework in North America. As co-chair of BNP Paribas HOLA Employee Group, he supports internal and external initiatives for Latinos at the firm.

Brandon Gardner

Associate

Brandon Gardner is an Associate at TD Securities in the Communications, Media & Technology (CM&T) Corporate Banking coverage group. After starting his career in the consulting industry, he joined TD Securities in 2023 as an Analyst on the CM&T Investment Banking coverage team. Brandon was invited to join the CM&T Corporate Banking team and transitioned to this new role in November 2024. He works across the full client portfolio and is a member of the Junior Corporate Banking Committee, which aims to identify and communicate initiatives to the bank's senior leadership. Brandon grew up in Vermont and graduated from Colgate University in 2019.

Director, FSO Transaction Strategy and Execution

Mariana Pipino

Marianna is a Director in EY-Parthenon FSO Transaction Strategy and Execution practice focused on operational due diligence analysis, corporate strategy, planning and execution of M&A transactions in the financial services industry. Prior to joining EY-Parthenon, Marianna spent 3 years in EY's Business Consulting Program. She is the co-chair of the New York EY Latinx rofessiote diet rich created pation milos ter opportunities for for

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Marcela Robledo

Partner

Marcela Robledo drives impactful technology transactions with expertise in IP, privacy, and cybersecurity. A dedicated advocate, she chentorship the eludership oles in and lizations lie the Hispanil Nathrough Bar Association. She is an inspiring role model for advancing inclusion in the legal profession. In addition to her professional affiliations with the American and California Bar Associations and the International Trademark Association, Marcela regularly participates in pro bono initiatives serving Latino communities and is an inspiring role model for the next generation of Latina attorneys.

Francisco Ortiz

Chief Information Security Systems Officer

Francisco Ortiz, Chief Information Security Systems Officer at CyberQRT, is awarded for his outstanding leadership in cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and information systems protection. A retired U.S. Army Reserves officer with over two decades of experience, Francisco has been pivotal in developing secure infrastructures that safeguard critical operations across government and private sectors. He holds advanced degrees in Information Management and Business Administration, along with multiple cybersecurity certifications. At CyberQRT, Francisco is valued for his vision, integrity, and commitment to innovation, mentorship, and advancing diversity within the technology community.

Alys Onorato

Director Treasury

Alys Onorato is a seasoned insurance and risk management professional with over 15 years of experience across multiple sectors of the workers' compensation and insurance industry. Currently serving as Senior Manager of Treasury at Verizon, Alys leads complex insurance program renewals and provides strategic oversight on budgeting, forecasting, and third-party insurance spend. Known for her strong work ethic, team leadership, and analytical acumen, she brings a wealth of expertise in claims management, underwrit-ing, and risk mitigation. Alys is a Certified Claims Professional, bilingual in Spanish, and holds a bachelor's degree from URBE University in Venezuela.

Jacqueline Pelaez

Section Manager, Manhattan Environmental Operations, Electric Operations

Jacqueline Pelaez has been with Con Edison since 2014 and currently serves as the Section Manager for Manhattan Environmental Operations, where she leads a team dedicated to ensuring a safe and reliable electric grid by maintaining clean underground electric structures and promptly addressing environmental concerns. She has held various roles, including Operating Supervisor in Electric Construction, Senior System Analyst in Enterprise Data Analytics, and Project Manager for the Business Sustainability and Technology Solutions team. Jackie is an active board member of Con Edison’s Hispanic Employee Resource called CLARO, promoting cultural diversity and professional development through impactful events like career panels featuring Latino/a leaders in the energy sector. Outside of her work, she is passionate about social justice and environmental sustainability, volunteering with organizations that provide essential resources to disadvantaged women in NYC. Jackie holds a Bachelor’s in Applied Mathematics and Statistics and a Master’s in Technological Systems Management from Stony Brook University. In her spare time, she enjoys running and has completed the NYC Marathon twice!

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Marissa Pezo

Executive Director and Associate General Counsel

Marissa is an Executive Director and Associate General Counsel in Santander's US Corporate & Investment Banking division, covering the Structured Products Group. Marissa has a BA from New York University, where she graduated magna cum laude, and a JD from Georgetown University Law Center. She began her career in commercial litigation and was a law clerk in the United States District Court for the District of Puerto Rico. She was raised in Miami, Florida by parents who moved to the US from Peru. Throughout her legal career at Santander and in private practice, Marissa has provided pro bono legal services to recent immigrants from Latin America, including helping persons seeking asylum, volunteering at immigration clinics and helping victims of domestic violence.