Board of directors

Aspika Boards of Directors identify the needs and differences with integrity and dedication.

Chair

Developing We Are ASPIKA policies, strategizing ways to meet goals, ensuring that operations abide by relevant laws and regulations and making sure that any decisions or actions align with the interests of the board but mainly with the mission and programs established by the Chair of the Board.

The Board of Directors and Advisors represents and protects the interest of “We Are ASPIKA” helping make important and relevant decisions.

Advisory Board

These individuals serve as trusted advisors to the board and management team, offering specialized expertise, industry insights, and strategic guidance on specific issues or challenges facing the organization. They provide valuable perspectives that help inform decision-making processes.

Governance Board

This category comprises directors who actively participate in governance-related activities such as policy development, compliance oversight, risk management, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. They play a critical role in maintaining transparency, accountability, and ethical standards within the organization.

Community Board

Directors in this category focus on networking, building relationships, and representing the organization externally. They may not have a direct hand in governance or operations but play a crucial role in expanding the organization’s reach and influence.

Work Experience:

TRC Services, Inc.
VP of Global Business Development 2018 – Current
Director of Sustainability 2020- Current
Strategic Planning & Growth of International emerging markets and new Technology Projects.

Unlimited Petroleum Consulting, Inc. (UPC Global) August 2014 to 2018
Corporate Business Development & Consulting Manager
Develops strategies to improve UPC’s global-scale efficiency and portfolio competitiveness, in production optimization, training and consulting services.
Project and Talent management for domestic and global projects.

Unlimited Petroleum Consulting, Inc. (UPC Global) October 2014 – August 2016
Strategic Development Manager at UPC Global

Human Capital, Corporate Support. 2003 – 2013.
Managing Director. Consultant – Talent Optimization, Consulting & Coaching Firm, delivering services in the fields of Human Resources, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Change Management, High Performance, Talent Optimization and Safety Behavior.
Corporate accounts in Venezuela, Peru, and Spain.

Oil & Gas Corporations roles:

AMERIVEN, Consortium (ChevronTexaco-ConocoPhillips- PDVSA).

Director Human Resources, Downstream.
2001-2003. Venezuela.

CHEVRON Corporation:

Senior Advisor Organizational Effectiveness and Global Workforce Development. Houston, US. Andean Region and Latin-American
Countries 2000-2001. Houston, Texas.
Manager, Learning & Development Latin America.
1998-2000. (Chevron Global Technologies. Latinamérica, Business Unit).
Manager Human Resources, Upstream.
Start up of Boscan and LL652 field Operations (Onshore and Offshore Chevron and partnership with Statoil –currently Equinor, Norway-.).
1996-1998. Maracaibo- Caracas, Venezuela.

PDVSA, Petroleos de Venezuela, SA.:

Manager Corporate Strategic Affairs (Issues Management).
1994-1996. Caracas-Maracaibo, Venezuela.
Corporate and Public Affairs Management. 1992-1994.
Senior Consultant Organizational Development. 1990-1992.
Human Resources Advisor. 1989-1992

Educational & Health area roles:

Professor.

(CEF), Business School. Madrid, Spain. Invited Professor Coaching, Leadership and Managerial Competences at the Human Resources and Finance MBA’s.
University Rafael Urdaneta, Venezuela. Member of the Faculty of Psychology, Teaching Staff.
Interview Techniques, Educational Psychology and Theories of Personality.

Psychotherapist /Psychoanalyst.

Western Medical Center (Centro Médico de Occidente).
Director (Founder) Psychotherapy Services / Family-Children/ Accident Victims/ Behavioral Disorders and Neurosis 1987- 1996. Maracaibo.
Fundamental: Co-Founder, Board Member. Mental Health Non-Profit Organization 1988 – 1993.
Mental Health League for Zulia State, ‘Cetro’. 1st Center for Autism and Child Neurosis in west Venezuela 1997-1999.

Education:

University Rafael Urdaneta, Psychologist, 1982-1987.
‘Psychoanalysis School of Freudian Camp’, France. Venezuelan Council. Certified Analist. Caracas-Maracaibo, 1987-1993.
IESA- Business School. M.S. “Advance Management Program” (Top B. School in Vzla.) Accredited by American Association of MBA’s.
International Coaching Community (ICC). Certified Businnes Coach.
Identity Compass. Germany, International Certified Executive Consultant Profiling & Assesment.
Training: Extensive courses and programs taken in all areas of ‘Issues Management’, ‘Human Resources’, ‘Organizational Effecvtivenes’, ‘Coaching’ and ‘Leadership’.

Languages:

Fluent in English and Spanish. Technical French. Portuguese (learning in progress).

Memberships and other activities:

Energy Workforce & Technology Council, Houston, Texas. Member of the ESG Committee 2022-2025
Remanufacturing Industries Council, Member of Marketing & Membership Committee 2022 – 2024
Published Author: “Living Safety 24/7”. Safety Behavior Model, Accidents Prevention Model for the Private – Public Sector. Bernhard Publications, Blurb, 2016 (Spanish version/English edition in progress). Over 15K participants in “Vivo24 Horas Seguro” training programs in the corporate private and public sector customers.
Book Presentation Sponsored by “Global Learning & Development Network”, World Bank (GLDN Las Americas) and ‘Instituto Tecnologico Monterrey, Mexico”.
Member -founder- of Professorship ‘Council for Peace, Consciousness and Education’ (University of Zulia, LUZ.). 2005 – 2009.
Public Library, Zulia State. Advisory Board for Organizational Effectiveness and Education Programs.
‘Aclama’ Non-Profit Organization for Public Policy Development for the Protection and Sustainable Development of Region of Maracaibo Lake, Basin. Board Member, Head of Organizational Effectiveness and Governance.
Co-Funder and Board Member at ‘Fundamental’, Mental Health Non-Profit, Venezuela, 1988 – 1993.
Issues Management Council, in Leesburg Virginia. 1994-1997. PDVSA, Member of the Issues Management Advisory Board, Oil & Gas Industry.
American Society for Training and Development, ASTD
Board of Directors SOS-Kinderdorf International, Venezuela. 1996-1999. Secretary of Treasury.
Board Member of Charities Supporting Abandoned Children and Elders and to Promote Personal Growth, Wellness and at Work Performance Improvement
Speaker – Lecturer in various Human Performance and Psychology topics at Congress events, Government and private corporations (Oil & Gas, Banking, Automotive, Hospitality, Security and Food industries)
Anchor of TV weekly show “Sinapsis Conexiones para el Exito” at URBE TV, 2005 -2009.
Co-author and author of “Organizational Congruence Model”, “School of Achievers” and “Highly Effective Recruitment Group Interviews Model”, extensively deployed among private and public sector organizations in multiple industries.

Rcognitions & Awards:

Annual Psychoanalysis Clinical Conference, 1990. Freudian Institute of Venezuela. Paper & Study case Publication in 1990 Edition.
Nominated to become the 1st Director of the Secretary of Environment of Zulia State, Public sector, Government. 1996.
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, ‘Beyond Access’ Global Development Library Innovators Camp, 2012. Washington, DC, USA. Certificate of Merit (Best Library Innovation Programs, Zulia State Library, Venezuela).
Chevron Global Technologies. Safety Award for Outstanding results in Accident Reduction Rate and Awareness, Culture Change for Leading, Designing and Deployment of “Driving for Excellence” Program.

Award-winning Executive Producer, creator, writer, and director with extensive experience in the creation and development of content and transmedia projects for the U.S. Hispanic media market, Puerto Rico and Central America. Strategic thinker, change agent, trends generator, professional mentor, and consultant of artistic, creative and professional talents in the entertainment industry for over three decades.

His work has garnered a track record of success that adds up to thousands of hours of original television programs for the main Hispanic TV networks in the U.S. Univision Network & NBC/Telemundo. Perez has been instrumental in launching the careers in U.S. of some successful Latin artists in the United States such as Sofia Vergara, Carlos Ponce, Maria José “Cote” de Pablo (NCIS), Carla Martinez, Gisselle Blondet, Fernando Arau (Univision) – among many others.

Mr. Perez is also an accomplished theater lover, writer, producer and director, with a special appreciation and mastery of innovative “immersive theater.” He has more than a dozen short and long format original theatrical pieces, successfully produced in the USA. His most recent play “EL SANTO PATRIOTA” (THE PATRIOT SAINT), is the story of the legendary Venezuelan doctor – Dr. José Gregorio Hernández. Inspired by the miraculous exploits of this beloved character, Mr. Pérez created for Telemundo Network, a series of 60 episodes entitled “El Doctor de los Milagros” that will premiere in 2023.

Pérez is currently the Executive Vice President of Programming and Production of MEGA TV Network (part of the SBS Corp. Spanish Broadcasting System Group) where he has collaborated with this company in various facets and positions through 9 years.

Perez has maintained his very active creative career through three decades, leading several executive positions in different companies all of them dedicated to the entertainment industry in the US. USA and internationally. Among the most professionally significant:

Vice-president of Daytime Programming and New Project Development for NBC/Telemundo Network.
Executive Producer of Series and Special Projects for Estefan Enterprise.
Vice-president New Programming Development Executive for Univision Network.

In addition to having been Executive Producer and Creative Director of projects for television and multi-platform content with ICONIKA ENTERTAINMENT – creative consulting and marketing company based in Miami.

Among his most original creations and recognized projects in his long career of national television are:

“DESPIERTA AMERICA”(26 consecutive year on air) (program that launched in theU.S. the careers of Fernando Arau, Giselle Bodet, Carla Martínez, Raúl González)
“EL GORDO Y LA FLACA” (20 consecutive years on air)
“FUERA DE SERIE” (program that launched the career of Sofía Vergara)
“CONTROL” (program that launched the careers of Carlos Ponce and María José “COTE” de Pablo – CBS series “NCIS”).

Additionally, Pérez has had the great opportunity to be a Show Runner writer, and Executive Producer of a wide variety of TV Formats, overseeing some of the most prominent iconic figures in Spanish TV:

Laura Bozo, Ana María Polo, Rocío Sánchez-Azuara, Charytin, Andrés García, Oscar de la Hoya, Emilio and Gloria Estefan, María Elvira Salazar, Alexis Valdés, Jaime Bayly – among many more…

Perez has accumulated a significant amount of production hours – perhaps like no other Spanish-language TV producer in the U.S. He has over 4,000 hours of original productions in his arsenal of experience. In addition to a dozen special creative, production & marketing consulting projects, for companies in Latin America and the North American market of the USA and Puerto Rico.

His passion and love for theater has also given him many joys and successes. Perez has been a great promoter in South Florida of the innovative concept of “immersive theater” (shows that allow the viewer to be an active part of the theatrical experience).

He has participated as a writer, producer and director of his works in several theatrical circuits of the city. The themes of his stories span all genres; from romantic comedy, horror, drama, suspense, musicals and biographical drama – as have been his two most recent plays: AN IMAGINARY WOMAN (the life of Marina Abramović – the world’s greatest exponent of “performance art”) and more recently, EL SANTO PATRIOTA (a tribute to the revered Venezuelan “doctor of the poor” – Dr. José Gregorio Hernández).

Pérez has scheduled new theatrical productions to premiere in 2023. He is also writing and developing several series for multiple distribution platforms, and the film version of one of its most popular theatrical dramas – “El Masajista” (“The Masseur”). At the end of 2023 he is scheduled to launch his book of reviews, memoirs and professional retelling entitled “The Call of Your Creative Dragon”.

Mr. Perez’s career has spanned four decades of great success, beautiful memories, but most importantly – the admiration and beautiful displays of affection of all those who at one time or another, were part of his projects.

Juan Jose Perlasca is a renowned producer, director, and speaker in the fields of communication, advertising, and digital marketing, with over 35 years of experience in the industry. He has always demonstrated an innate passion for the world of entertainment and communication. Juan Jose holds a degree in Communication Sciences and has also completed diplomas in Psychology and Sociology.

Television Pioneer in Houston:

In November 1987, Juan Jose Perlasca marked a significant milestone in his career by playing a key role in the launch of the Telemundo network in Houston, Texas. His bold vision and unwavering determination were fundamental to carrying out this innovative project, which not only provided the Spanish-speaking community of Houston with a new platform for entertainment and news but also opened new opportunities in the local television market.

Expert in Advertising and Digital Marketing:

Over the years, JJ Perlasca has proven to be a leader in the field of advertising and digital marketing. His deep understanding of market trends and his ability to identify strategic opportunities have led to the success of countless advertising campaigns and digital marketing strategies. From developing creative content to implementing social media strategies, Juan Jose has been a pioneer in integrating new technologies and digital platforms into the world of advertising and marketing.

Vision and Legacy:

As a visionary in the media, Juan Jose has left a lasting legacy in the television and advertising industry in the U.S. market and beyond. His tireless dedication to excellence and commitment to innovation have been an inspiration to many in the industry. Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards and recognitions for his contributions to the field of communication and advertising.

Workshops and Seminars:

Juan José is an expert in workshops and seminars designed especially for the Hispanic community. He has a unique passion for helping people overcome their fears and apprehensions about public speaking, whether in front of large audiences, television cameras, or microphones. Juan José is an experienced communicator with a deep understanding of the challenges many people face when expressing themselves in public. With years of experience in communication and personal training, he has developed a unique and effective approach to help his students master their communication skills and overcome any obstacles they may face. From how to present confidently in front of a camera to how to project a clear and confident voice into a microphone, he provides the necessary tools and techniques for success.

Culture and Sensitivity: Understanding the unique needs of the Hispanic community, Juan José creates a supportive and safe environment where everyone feels comfortable and motivated to learn and grow.

Commitment to Success:

Juan José is committed to helping each of his students reach their maximum potential and become confident and compelling communicators in any situation.

Conclusion:

In summary, Juan Jose Perlasca is a prominent figure in the media, advertising, and digital marketing industry, whose passion, vision, and experience have left an indelible mark on the industry. His legacy as a television pioneer in Houston and his leadership in the field of advertising and digital marketing make him a reference and a role model for future generations.

A native of Miami, Fl, USA, Erik Fresen moved to Tallahassee in 1994 to attend Florida State University (FSU) and begin working closely with government and politics. His experience in government took its roots in the state government working in the Department of State aide followed by working within the state legislature as a legislative aide, working in both the State House and Senate.

After receiving a B.S. in Finance and International Affairs and completing graduate work at FSU, he returned to Miami, Florida (USA) and started his own governmental relations firm, Neighborhood Strategies, as well as working for the law firm of Holland & Knight as a Land Use and Public Policy Advisor from 2004-2008. Through Neighborhood Strategies, Erik has represented dozens of clients over the past 16 years with issues related to land use, zoning, and real estate law as well as clients with issues/contracts before state, regional and local agencies and governments. His clients have included numerous not-for-profit and private sector organizations doing business with local and state governmental entities.

Erik Fresen was also elected to the Florida House of Representatives in November of 2008. He was re-elected subsequently in 2010, 2012 and 2014 and termed out (8 years) in November of 2016.

Throughout his service in the Florida House of Representatives, Fresen was Chair of various committees including Education Policy Committee and Education Appropriations Committee, where he oversaw a state education budget of over $30BB.

Erik was distinguished with numerous awards and recognitions for his leadership and public service. In the area of Education and children’s development –one of his key focuses and concerns throughout his career– he received the 2013 “Early Learning Champion Award” from the Association of Early Learning Coalitions (ELCA), the 2013 “Legislator of the Year” award from the Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools and Colleges (FAPCS), the 2013 “Special Recognition Award” from the Education Fund, the 2013 “Public Service Leadership Award” from United Way of Miami-Dade, the 2012-2013 “Servant Leadership Award for Youth Development” from the Florida State Alliance of YMCA, the 2011-2012 “Outstanding Partner Award” from the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations, and the 2010 “ICUF Guardian of Independent Higher Education” Award from Independent Colleges & Universities of Florida (ICUF).

Other honors include the 2013 “CARD Champion Award,” given to him by the University of Miami/Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities in recognition of his leadership in supporting individuals living with these ASD; the Florida Children & Youth Cabinet’s 2012 “Human Trafficking Award” for his sponsorship of the Florida Safe Harbor Act, which was signed into law in April of 2012; and the 2009 Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) “Legislator of the Year” award.

Fresen is married to his wife, Ethel, of 20 years and they are the proud parents of twin boys, Adrian and Julian (16), and a daughter, Paulina (10).

Roxana Corcuera Wilson, an outstanding international radio journalist, has dedicated her career to the promotion and support of the neurodiverse community over the years. Her commitment to this cause is evidenced by a series of notable achievements and projects. Here are some of her most important milestones:

Education:

Master’s degree in Graphic Design, Institute of Advertising Work, Peru, 1992.

Journalism:

International radio journalist at the International Network of Social Journalists, Miami, starting in 2020.

Roxana Sin Limites:

International police chaplain at Cela University, Miami, in 2019.
Founder of the radio program “Roxana Sin Limites,” where she interviews doctors, teachers, parents, and politicians.
Informs the community about disabilities, the actions being taken for the benefit of these individuals and helps in their social integration.

Unlimited Magazine USA:

Creator of the first Spanish-language magazine addressing disability.
Publishes inspirational stories for families with autistic relatives and other related disabilities.

Bryan’s Art Foundation:

Founder of Bryan’s Art Foundation, which provides support for families to afford art and music therapies for children with different diagnoses.
Organized the first art gallery at San Ignacio Urbe and Albizu University in the City of Doral, Florida, USA, for individuals with autism, setting a precedent for future artists with disabilities.
Organized the first inclusive art and music event in Doral and Hialeah, Florida, USA, inviting 75 internationally renowned individuals with disabilities to perform.
Led a committee of mothers with autistic children and related disabilities to deliver food boxes to over 200 families, totaling over 12,000 boxes.
Organized the collection and distribution of toys, personal care items, and clothing for children in Honduras during Hurricane Eta.
Coordinated the delivery of toys to children and teenagers with disabilities and disorders for over 5 years in Miami-Dade County, Florida, USA.
Led the first cooking workshop at the University of San Ignacio taught by young people with autism and free for the public.
Participated in the creation and organization of the first annual free health fair in Sweetwater.
Invited as a special guest to the United Nations for 3 consecutive years during Autism Awareness Month.
Invited to the Organization of American States to speak about Bryan’s Art Foundation and its impact on disability awareness worldwide.
Delivered a conference on inclusion during Women’s Month at Urbe University, Doral, Florida, USA.

Professional Affiliations and Leadership Positions:

Vice President and Disability Chair of the Lions Club since 2020.
Host and producer of “Roxana Sin Limites” since 2018.
Creator and editor of Unlimited Magazine USA since 2017.
President of Bryan’s Art Foundation since 2014.

Awards and Recognition:

Keys to the City: Received the Keys to the City of Sweetwater in March 2019, Jersey City in March 2017, and the City of Miami in March 2017.
Proclamations: Received proclamations from various organizations and municipalities, including a proclamation from a Florida senator, the City of Miami-Dade County, Coral Gables, West Miami, Sweetwater, and Miami Springs, Florida, USA.
Awards and Letters of Recognition: Received recognition letters from Presidents Barack Obama and Donald Trump in 2016 and 2020, the TUMI USA Award in 2017, the Carteles Award from President David Medina in 2019, and a medal from Cesar Litardo Calcedo, President of the National Assembly of the Republic of Ecuador, in 2020. Additionally, she has received certificates of appreciation from the cities of Doral, Medley, Hialeah, Miami-Dade, and Miami Beach, Florida, USA, between 2014 and 2018.

Press:

She has been featured in articles in newspapers such as the Miami Herald, where her work and contributions to the community have been highlighted.

Roxana Corcuera Wilson has demonstrated exceptional commitment to the neurodiverse community through her work as a journalist, founder of organizations and projects, and her leadership in various initiatives. Her dedication and contributions have had a significant impact on promoting awareness and inclusion of individuals with disabilities in society.

Born in Italy, the island of Sicily, Romina Arena started her career in entertainment at the young age of four years old, signed by Disney touring internationally into her teenage and adult years, and mastering the art of storytelling. With her strengths in writing for TV and film, fluency in 11 languages, vocal and music composition, Romina continues to deliver full creative expression through original features and series as a writer, executive producer, composer, performing artist, published author, motivational speaker, and phenomenal cook with authentic Italian flair.

Romina Arena is an established and award-winning singer, songwriter and composer who has released 25 albums in her career, selling more than 15 million records of original music and soundtracks, and an Executive Producer with Disney-ABC Television, PBS, and ESPN Networks and produced and starred for ABC’s Holiday Movie Skating Spectacular national broadcast and ESPN+streaming to millions of viewers worldwide.

With several BAFTA, Grammy, and Oscar music collaborations to her credit, Romina Arena is known for creative music and content collaborations, writing and recording music for film soundtracks and TV shows, including the rock opera theme “Satellite” for Microsoft XBox (Gotham Racing 2), recorded in English and Italian, selling over 10 million copies. A long-time dream of Romina’s was her close reunion and major music collaboration with long-time mentor and Oscar-winning film composer Maestro Ennio Morricone. Morricone chose her over many other major artists to write and compose lyrics to 15 of his most famous scores of all time. After 20 years in the making the duo collaborated on the album, “Morricone.Uncovered”.

Romina has several movie, animation, and television projects in the works, many of which draw from her remarkable survival story, growing up in Italy and her experience coming to America, and adapted stories from decades in entertainment and showbiz.

Romina is represented internationally with management led by Luigi Caiola (manager of Oscar-winning film composer, maestro Ennio Morricone, producer of major streaming concerts with Bocelli, and more), and has joined ViVas! Entertainment, a company and an entity created by Luigi Caiola in collaboration and partnership with the artistic direction of Franco Dragone (co-founder of Cirque du Soleil and master of theatrical spanning dozens of major stage productions worldwide).

The ViVas! project brings Romina together with the involvement of Dragone as creative director in the creation and development of major new properties and hybrid creations (audience in presence + live streaming) for multidisciplinary performing arts, stage-concerts, musicals, digital & immersive theater and to produce edu-tainment multimedia, theme park, and interactive facilities and activities.

Tomas N. Regalado is a crucial ﬁgure in Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS), occupying the dual roles of Vice President of Corporate and Government Aﬀairs and Senior Advisor to the President/COO. SBS is the number one Hispanic multimedia content creator, giving audiences meaningful experiences across Radio, TV, Digital, and live event Platforms.

At SBS, Tomas, who is a 13-year company veteran, reports to Albert Rodriguez, President /COO. His duties include collaboration with the national, state, and local Chambers of Commerce and the initiative of SBS becaming a Certiﬁed Minority Business Enterprise by the NMSDC. Previously to this position, Tomas was the Sr. Advisor to the Oﬃce of the EVP/C.O.O.

With more than 30 years of experience in the media and broadcasting ﬁeld that has included roles on camera as well as behind the scenes as a producer on TV, Radio, and even in Films, as an on-air correspondent, Tomas has covered many major events, from reporting from the White House to being a national political correspondent and reporting on international and national stories. Most notably, he was the anchor for a nightly newscast. He is a well-respected veteran of the industry who has been nominated various times for an EMMY and was honored the MMFM Gold Pearl Award for his 30 years in Media and Broadcasting.

Regalado was recently named and appointed to the Board of Directors representing Television of the Florida Association of Broadcasters. Earlier, Regalado was also named to the Board of Directors of the Latan Builders Association. Regalado becomes the second member of the SBS corporate team to join the FAB board. He also has cultivated partnerships with fortune 500 companies to help them reach the 95% of Hispanics that listen, watch, and interact with the SBS Platforms in audio, digital, video as well as ending concerts and festivals across the US & Puerto Rico.

Hailing from the city of Miami, Tomas has the honor of being the eldest son of two very inﬂuential people: Tomas P. Regalado, a broadcaster and politician who was the Mayor of Miami, Florida USA and news director for SBS radio in Miami, and Raquel Regalado. Before her death in 2008, Raquel hosted the longest-running radio show highlighting the necessities of the community, as well as the violation of human rights in communist countries.

Tomas has always taken pride in giving back to his community. He currently serves in the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and named Flotilla Staﬀ Oﬃcer in charge of Public Aﬀairs.

He resides in Miami and is the proud father of two boys: Tomas, thirteen years old, and Nicholas, age ten.

During his term as National, International Correspondent, and White House Correspondent, he interviewed multiple U.S. Presidents, including George H.W. Bush, George W. Bush, Donald J. Trump, and International Heads of State. Senators include Bob Dole, John McCain, Bob Graham, John Kerry, Bob Menendez, Mel Martinez, Ted Cruz, Marco Rubio, and Rick Scott.

Regalado has covered multiple Super Bowls, NBA Finals, MLB World Series, and All-Star Games.

He has received multiple nominations for Emmys in the Special Programs Category as a Producer, Field Producer, Oﬀ- Camera Reporter, and the Special Coverage category as a Reporter & Producer. Awarded “Premio ACCRIN” for Best Novice Male Reporter

MMFM Gold Pearl Award for his 30 years in Media and Broadcasting. Collaborated with Emilio Estefan in preparation for the Ladies in White March in Miami and the production of the song “Somos El Mundo,” recorded to raise money for the Haiti earthquake victims.

Serves as Co-Founder of the Monica Burguerra Foundation in promoting boater safety.

A member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and named Flotilla Staﬀ Oﬃcer in charge of Public Aﬀairs.

Doctor in Medicine and Master in Psico-Neuro-Immunology by the International University, Colombo.

Researcher, trainer, and well-known international speaker in Neuroscience, Communication and Leadership, he is considered one of the most relevant authorities in Coaching, Mentoring and Supervision in Spanish language, having a professional experience of more than 16.000 hours among the three specialties. Dr. Cerna won the “EMCC Global Coaching Award 2021” as the best world coach of the year. His most relevant individual accreditations are as follows:

“Master Certified Coach” (MCC) by the International Coaching Federation (ICF)
“EIA Master Practitioner” by the European Mentoring & Coaching Council (EMCC)
“Accredited Master Executive Coach” by the Association for Coaching (AC), being the first Spanish to get the Accreditation.
“Accredited European Individual Supervisor (ESIA)” by the EMCC Global. Both Dr. Cerna and Mr. Álvaro Capitán where the first Spanish to get the Accreditation.
“Coach Accreditation Assesor” by the Association for Coaching (AC).
“Specialist in Executive and Team Coaching”, by the ICC (International Coaching Community)
“Registered Clinical Health Coach™” (RCHC™) by The Health Coach Alliance (HCA).
“Registered Health & Nutrition Counselour™” (RHNC™) by The Health Coach Alliance (HCA).

Dr. Cerna has led different projects in Applied Neuroscience related to Linguistics, Psico-Neuro-Endocrine-Immunology (PNEI), brain neuroplasticity, neurodivergence and autism, being specialized in neurofunctional development and neurosensorial hearing stimulation.

Director and host of the Podcast ““Neurouniversos”, program specialized in updated themes related to Neurodivergence, Neuroplasticity and Neuroscience. Dr. Cerna is also Member of the “We are ASPIKA” Board.

Codirector of the Master in Psico-Neuro-Endocrine-Immunology (PNEI) and the Master in Science Nutritional and Health Coaching in the “Catholic University of Avila (Spain)”, Dr Cerna is chief editor of the magazine “PNEI Today” and Member of the “Societá italiana de Psico-Neuro-Endocrine-Immunologia” (SIPNEI).

Cofounder, President and Academic Director of Isora Neurociencia ® and Isora Neurociencia Business School ®, he is cocreator of the Focus Values Systems® methodology with Mr. Álvaro Capitán, a complex work about values and levels of consciousness.

Dr. Cerna is a highly prepared and qualified professional, with high mental flexibility and a vast international experience over more than 40 different countries, leading projects in areas related to Communication, Neuroscience, Leadership for Values and high-performance teams among others.

His training and professional experience includes researching and teaching in oriental philosophy and traditional medicine, so as the business management. He has worked in more than 40 different countries in talent management, organizational change and high performance creating teams in recognized companies such us Coca Cola, Porsche, Codorniu, Alcon Cusí, Agencia EFE, Almirall Prodesfarma, Urzante, Daimler Chrysler, De Facto Public Relations, Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA), Banca Privada de Andorra (BPA), Imperial Tobacco, Energizer, NTT Data, among others.