The Rotary Club of Torreon recognized Eduardo Tricio as "Distinguished Lagunero" in late September. During his acceptance speech, Tricio recognized and thanked everyone at LALA for their hard work and dedication before sharing this distinguished award with them. 

In a magical stage, where nostalgia became suspended between a train carriage and an image of the Virgin Mary, Silvia Tcherassi presented her 2017 Spring-Summer Collection at Cali Exposhow 2016. She later said "I had been working on this collection for two years and had not presented anywhere because the location had to be magical. Cali's old train station is the ideal place for this runway show which marks the arrival and departure of the train of 'A Hundred Years of Solitude.'"

They say it has spread throughout Mexico and can affect citizens as well as officials. Now, a group of activists led by Diego Luna and Alejandro Legorreta have decided to highlight it in an illustrated text book: "Corrupcionario," or the dictionary of corruption. 

During the 71st UN General Assembly in New York City, Enrique García spoke about the financial obstacles that Latin American cities face in the fight against climate change. He discussed the rapid urbanization of many Latin American cities which cause most of the carbon dioxide emissions. García then highlighted the important role of development banks in helping countries overcome these financial barriers. 

During the Clinton Global Citizens Award Ceremony in September, Luis Alberto Moreno stated his hopes that "together [Colombians],  we can begin to write a new chapter of our beloved country." Despite the latest developments in the Colombian referendum, he added that "President Santos is not just trying to end the war, but unite Colombia as one country where human rights are respected, where violence is a distant memory and where all citizens can benefit from the growing prosperity." 

During Foro Exapansión 2016 in early September, Blanca Treviño explained that accepting and joining the digital economy should be a survival instinct. "Talking about the digital economy is leaving impact and competition behind and it is for survival; there are sectors that may disappear if they do not join this wave," she said.

IMPSA's president, Enrique Pescarmona, joined forces with the construction company Ceosa to develop El Sosneado, a wind farm.  Pescarmona spoke to Radio Jornada and commented "hopefully it all goes great because it would be beneficial for the city's economy." He also added that Argentina could not keep importing energy when it is capable of producing  and selling it. 

In late September, Sprint CEO, Marcelo Claure held a press conference to announce his endorsement for Democratic presidential candidate, Hillary Clinton. He declared: "It is clear that we need Hillary Clinton to win in November. No matter the subject matter, beginning with immigration, she has the strength, experience, and temperament to lead the United States. It is too risky to opt for Trump."

Open English's CEO, Andres Moreno outlines his seven steps to success. He explains that it all begins with an idea that usually stems from personal experience and ends with being able to fund-raise the necessary capital. 

During this year's Mexico Summit, an event hosted by The Economist, Alejandro Rámirez Magaña talked about the threat that is Trump. He explained his worries in regards to the Republican presidential candidate saying that Trump is a "destructive force" and will only "bring uncertainty to the world". 

It has only been a little over a month since Alejandra Mustakis took over ASECH and in a recent interview she talks about her preference for social projects and explains that anyone can be an entrepreneur. She believes that in order to be an entrepreneur, one does not necessarily need an education, but the ambition, drive and dream. 

Silvia Tcherassi will participate in this year's inaugural night of the Cali Exposhow on September 28, 2016. This year she is inspired by Gabriel Garcia Marquez' literature and her show will demonstrate her love for the Caribbean through the representation of the region's rich icons and exotic women. Read more about her personal style, her favorite collection and process in her interview with Publimetro.

Luis Alberto Moreno was selected as a new member of the International Olympics Committee. With 64 votes in favor, Moreno is one of the eight new members selected in early August. 

In her most recent column, Nicola Schiess talks about the importance of education, creativity and the arts in human development. She highlights how Teatro del Lago is implementing these important issues into their curriculum in order to better teach young kids. 

In a recent interview with Panorama, Lorenzo Mendoza talks about what it means to him to be a business leader and an entrepreneur in his home country of Venezuela. He believes it to be a heroic trait and he also expresses his admiration towards small, medium, and large-sized entrepreneurs, those who always aim to achieve more. 

This July, Cumplo broke a record. Latin America's largest collaborative financing platform administered 249 credits for a total of 5 billion pesos. Cumplo gains new clients every day as people all around the region view it as a trustworthy and transparent financing alternative. 

During this month's "Foro Empresarial Anticorrupción", Agustin Coppel and Nicolás Mariscal among others discussed the importance of integrity in the private sector, both in its employees and its methods. 

In Latin Trade's most recent list of Latin American companies, Eduardo Elsztain's IRSA stands out above the rest. In just one year, the company's total assets increased tenfold and the its methodology for success is of inspiration to many. 

During this year's "Encuentro de las Américas" in the Tucumán province of Argentina, Enrique García was recognized for his hard work and dedication to the region's development. Throughout his keynote address, García discussed the region's challenges and highlighted the talent and innovation of the Argentine people, inviting them to take advantage of it. 

On July 4, the ASECH Board of Directors selected Alejandra Mustakis as the new president of ASECH for a term of two years. She will be replacing Juan Pablo Swett. One of her main focuses during her presidency will be the development of small and medium sized businesses in the country.