On October 8, 2026, the EB Hotel Miami hosted the Top Entrepreneurs of USA Awards 2026, an event organized by Negocios & Ejecutiva Magazine that honored 28 entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals for their contributions to economic development, innovation, leadership, and industry growth. The ceremony, reported by NOTICIAS NEWSWIRE, brought together 120 invited businesspeople from South Florida, the United States, and international markets, highlighting the diverse sectors driving economic progress.
The awards recognized leaders across a wide range of fields. Rafael Olloqui, Founder and CEO of BTS, received the International Business Expansion Award for his leadership in global business expansion. Erwin Mosqueda of Top Gun M.O.T. Design Services was honored with the Excellence in Traffic Engineering, Roadway Safety & Entrepreneurial Leadership Award. Manuel Vidal of Premium Finance Group earned the Distinguished Career in Premium Finance & Wealth Preservation Award. Gevorg Shahbazyan of STARLIFE GROUP received the Excellence in Real Estate Development & Business Leadership Award, while Mario Murgado of Murgado Automotive Group was recognized with the Automotive Entrepreneurship & Business Leadership Award. Mónica Vázquez of ABANCA USA received the International Banking & Executive Leadership Award, and Andrea Padilla of Square Root was honored for Excellence in Marketing, Communications & Business Leadership. Ace Cruz of Ojalá Wines received the Visionary Entrepreneurship & Business Leadership Award, and Marcello Serrato of Prestige Auto was recognized for Distinguished Career in Automotive Industry & Business Leadership. Maurici Lladó of Banco Sabadell Miami Branch earned the Distinguished Career in Banking & International Financial Leadership Award, and Susanna Antequera of Antequera de Jáuregui Abogados received the Excellence in Legal Leadership & International Family Law Award. Fernando Arellano-Geddes of PowerHouse Automotive Group was honored with the Automotive Leadership & Business Excellence Award. James Michael Burkett of Northbridge University received the Excellence in Higher Education Leadership & Community Impact Award, and José E. Cueto of Grove Bank & Trust earned the Distinguished Career in Banking & Financial Leadership Award. German Morales of Shutts & Bowen LLP received the Business Law & Legal Leadership Award, while Marianna Montanaro of Chef to Go was recognized for Distinguished Career in Culinary Entrepreneurship & Business Leadership. Alonso Martinez of Crece Financial Strategies received the Financial Strategy & Wealth Protection Leadership Award, and Laura Gomez of GV Group earned the Excellence in Tax Strategy & Business Leadership Award. Lizette M. Sierra of the Law Office of Lizette M. Sierra received the Excellence in Immigration Law & Community Leadership Award. Juan José Núñez of Vertical 3 Media was honored with the Digital Media Innovation & Entrepreneurial Leadership Award, and Ivonne Fernandez of AARP Florida received the Excellence in Community Leadership & Social Impact Award. María Fernández de Córdoba Martos of Grupo EULEN USA earned the Visionary Executive Leadership & Business Innovation Award, and Roberto Macho of UHY International received the Distinguished Global Business & Advisory Leadership Award. Eugenio Labari of STI Global Group was recognized with the Global Travel Industry & Business Leadership Award, and Natalia Montaño of Aguamarina Preschools and Elementary School received the Excellence in Education Innovation & Leadership Award. Christian Infante of SEM Services earned the Business Leadership & Family Enterprise Legacy Award, Salomon Mishaan of OXXO Care Cleaners received the Distinguished Career in Business Innovation & Entrepreneurial Leadership Award, and Daniel Cittadino of CCGS Construction was honored with the Construction, Real Estate & Entrepreneurial Leadership Award.
The event also featured musical performances by singer David Gómez and an exhibition of two special vehicles: an all-electric 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA presented by Prestige Auto and a classic 1967 Porsche 911 presented by The Barn Miami. Hosted by Sabina Covo, the evening underscored the importance of recognizing leaders who drive economic opportunities and strengthen the business community. For Long Beach and surrounding areas, this event signals the growing recognition of entrepreneurial excellence across the nation, with potential implications for cross-industry collaboration and investment. The honorees' achievements serve as a benchmark for innovation and leadership, inspiring local businesses to pursue similar heights. As the business landscape continues to evolve, such awards highlight the critical role of visionary leaders in shaping a diverse and dynamic economy.
