Miami, FL–(HISPANIC PR WIRE – BUSINESS WIRE)–November 13, 2007–PODER magazine, the leading Hispanic publication for the influential business and political elite, has named Daniel Eilemberg as editor of its U.S. and Miami editions. Prior to joining PODER, Mr. Eilemberg worked as editor of Hispanic Magazine. Under his leadership the magazine underwent a renovation, changing its target audience and editorial focus successfully and increasing its readership an unprecedented 40% during his first year at the magazine.
“I have worked closely with Daniel for over two years and he has consistently proven himself to be a creative editor and strong leader,” said PODER Editor in Chief Isaac Lee. “He is deeply dedicated to achieving our goals and we are thrilled that he has joined the editorial staff of PODER Magazine.”
Before joining Hispanic, Mr. Eilemberg served as Executive Editor of LOFT. During his time there the magazine earned the prestigious Eddie Gold Award for Best Lifestyle Publication at the FOLIO awards. Prior to joining the staff of LOFT in Miami, Mr. Eilemberg contributed articles to PODER and LOFT, while working in the creative department of the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio in Los Angeles.
“To understand Latin America, the wealthiest source of natural resources left in the planet, and its relation to the U.S. is to understand the future of the world as a whole. In that respect PODER is a very unique publication that offers perspective on issues of extraordinary importance,” said Eduardo Michelsen, President of Editorial Televisa International. “Daniel has proven to be a bright and talented editor and I believe he will be a great addition to PODER’s exceptional editorial team.”
PODER, which has a partnership to publish content from The Economist, the most prestigious publication in the world, recently launched a Miami edition. It also publishes in Mexico and Colombia and PODER Chile is expected to launch in December 2007.
Mr. Eilemberg will replace Cathleen Farrell, an extraordinary journalist who has been at the helm of the magazine for the past 7 years. “Cathleen’s contributions have been critical to the success of the magazine. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors,” said Mr. Lee.
About PODER Magazine
As a premier business magazine, PODER is written for a global audience of influential senior business and political decision-makers. Its in depth, cutting edge editorial coverage and exclusive insider access and information on the U.S. Hispanic market and Latin America have made it an influence in the social, economic, political and cultural arenas. As of 2007, the magazine’s circulation topped 150,000, 40% of which is sold in the United States. PODER is about Latinos in power – influential, innovative and collaborative leaders in the global effort to create prosperity, increase job opportunities and achieve sustainable development in their own communities, across Latin America, and beyond. Besides the US and Miami editions, PODER magazine is published in Colombia and Mexico, with a forthcoming December 2007 launch of the much anticipated Chilean edition. Under a content distribution agreement, PODER also publishes a selection of articles from The Economist. PODER is published by Page One Media in association with Televisa Publishing.
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