[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 54 (Friday, March 29, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E296]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING SILVIA DIEZ

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                         HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, March 29, 2024

  Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, in honor of Women's History Month, I 
rise today to recognize Silvia Diez, a community leader who has 
utilized her platform to amplify new voices and celebrate the strength 
and resilience of women in Southwest Florida.
  Silvia first began her career in 2000 in the communications and media 
industry in the United States after graduating from a prestigious 
university in her native country of Argentina. Throughout her career, 
Silvia has been a dynamic force in the media, overcoming a variety of 
challenges, and redefining industry standards. Silvia was the host of 
the first local Spanish-language television show ``Que Pasa SW 
Florida'' on the Comcast Network, and for 19 years, was the editor of 
the first leading Hispanic newspaper in Southwest Florida, Nuevos Ecos. 
Currently, Diez is the Journalist and Marketing Director of El 
Mensajero, the leading Spanish newspaper in Southwest Florida, and the 
host of the show Power Latino TV, a platform that highlights Hispanic 
businesses in Southwest Florida.
  Silvia is devoted to ensuring that every woman in both Collier and 
Lee counties has the opportunity to reach their full potential. This 
commitment has culminated in her current role as owner and CEO of 
``Mujeres Emprendedoras'' (``Women Entrepreneurs''), a business 
initiative that brings together talented and resilient women seeking to 
own their own businesses. In 2022, her passion for empowering women and 
inspiring change was recognized by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of 
Southwest Florida, and she became a finalist in the ``Women of 
Distinction'' Awards.
  Aside from being a trailblazing Hispanic entrepreneur, Silvia is a 
proud mother whose son, Emiliano, is currently in the Marine Academy. 
As a mother, she keenly understands and has sought to meet the needs of 
the children in the surrounding community. Every year, Diez dedicates 
her time to organizing a ``3 Kings Day'' toy drive for the children of 
the Coalition of Immokalee Workers. Silvia continues to build a lasting 
legacy of generosity and love through her drive to serve. Her 
relentless desire to foster strong leaders and build thriving 
communities has contributed to numerous successes for residents in 
Southwest Florida and my district.
  Mr. Speaker, as a true leader in her community, Silvia Diez has 
proven her unwavering commitment to expanding opportunities for those 
in our community through her leadership and acts of selfless service. 
Today, in honor of this outstanding individual who has dedicated her 
time and expertise to our Southwest Florida community, I thank Sylvia 
for her invaluable contributions and work in advancing the futures of 
thousands of Floridians.

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