Guillermo Chávez Ángeles is a Mexican-American entrepreneur, insurance agent, real-estate investor, and author. He will inspire you with his own personal immigrant story, which begins in Guadalajara, Mexico. He has built a multi-office State Farm insurance agency and authored Immigrant Roots, a motivational book that highlights the achievements of immigrant entrepreneurs in the United States. His story is the story of so many who came to this country "con las ganas" to achieve a better life. He has shown his love for his community through financial empowerment, community involvement, and by sharing his story of resilience.

You can find his book at https://angelesbooks.com/

On this episode of The Latinx Chronicles with Hip and Erika, we’re excited to welcome Jason P. Riviero, a national voice for innovation, leadership, and Latino empowerment.

Jason currently serves at AIVOWX, where he’s helping shape the future of AI, real estate, and community-driven technology. With over 20 years of experience, he has led multicultural initiatives for Fortune 500 companies, including Toyota, Procter & Gamble, Macy’s, and Big Lots, and later became the National Director of Growth Markets and Industry Relations at Realogy.

As a proud Latino leader, Jason has built a career centered on breaking barriers, creating opportunities, and championing diversity at every level of the business. He’s active on national boards, a frequent speaker, and a trusted advisor on the intersection of culture, technology, and community.

In today’s conversation, we’ll dive into his journey, the lessons he’s learned, and how he’s using his platform to open doors for the next generation of Latino leaders.

Salvador Cicero is prominent attorney and community leader, who shares his personal and professional journey. Sal discusses his family’s diverse backgrounds, his upbringing in Mexico and the US, and the challenges he faced adapting to new environments. He emphasizes the importance of mindset, self-belief, and breaking through societal conditioning. Sal recounts his work in law, including significant contributions to human trafficking cases and leadership roles in the Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois. Our conversation highlights the impact of giving back, the value of education, and the power of representation and community support in achieving success. Listen in and tell us what you think!