Sacramento, CA — The Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SACHCC) proudly announces the 2025 Latina Estrella Award recipients, honoring four extraordinary Latinas whose leadership, cultural impact, and advocacy continue to shape the Sacramento region. The awards will be presented on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, during a ceremony at Project Church Sacramento.

This year’s theme, “The Courage to Become,” recognizes the personal and collective transformation that fuels Latina leadership—honoring the courage it takes to speak up, rise, and become the leaders their communities need.

2025 Latina Estrella Honorees

• Rising Estrella: Doni Curkendall Allen – For her journey from immigrant beginnings to becoming a transformative operational and nonprofit leader.
• Inspiration Estrella: Reina Tarango – For a lifetime of advocacy rooted in Indigenous identity, equity, and amplifying marginalized voices.
• Champion Estrella: Lydia Ramirez – For breaking barriers in banking and elevating DEI strategies that open doors for future generations.
• Legacy Estrella: Francine Mata – For redefining lowriding as a cultural art form and leading a movement that reshaped public perception and policy.

“These women embody courage in all its forms,” said Cathy Rodriguez Aguirre, President & CEO of SACHCC. “Their stories challenge us, inspire us, and remind us of what is possible when Latinas claim their voice, lead with purpose, and become catalysts for change. ‘The Courage to Become’ isn’t just a theme—it’s a reflection of their lived journeys.”

The annual celebration also showcases Latina-owned businesses, which curate the culinary and cultural experience of the evening through food, wine, and visual storytelling—reinforcing SACHCC’s commitment to uplifting local Latina entrepreneurs.

Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Project Church Sacramento, 1200 2nd Street, Sacramento, CA

About the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce:
The Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is the leading voice and advocate for Hispanic businesses, championing their growth, expanding economic opportunity, and fostering shared prosperity throughout the Sacramento region.

Media Contact:
Anna Padilla Marquez
831-402-7569 (text before calling)
anna@sachcc.org