00:00 Season 6 Episode 7

01:49 🎓 President of NJCU Andy Acebo 

The Ivy League Alum sits down with Carlos to discuss:

• His vision for the future of NJCU

• The roots of NJCU students and the unique diversity of Jersey City

• The inspiration he derives from his Latin roots

8:15 🍲 Self-taught Chef Derick Lopez:

The “Freackin Rican” details his:

• Bronx upbringing experience and Puerto Rican roots

• Mother’s impact on his foray into the culinary world

• Experience starting, failing, tying again - and taking off!

17:03 🔢 President and CEO of LDC Ana Valdez

The head of the Latino Donor Collective delves into:

• The organization that tracks Latino impacts on the US Economy

• Trends that are becoming more favorable in Latino American perceptions

• Where Latino-led businesses rank in terms of GDP output

24:35 Recap