“Leonardo Rocco will be acknowledged for his outstanding entrepreneur spirit at 15th annual Sunshine Awards luncheon paying tribute to the top Hispanic business leaders in South Florida”
Miami Beach, FL (PRWEB) November 6, 2009 -- The South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce announced Leonardo Rocco, as the “Hispanic Entrepreneur of the Year” and will acknowledge this honorable distinction at their 15th Annual Sunshine Awards Luncheon on Friday, November 6th at the Hilton Bentley.
Argentinean-born Rocco grew up in an entrepreneur family and always knew he wanted to take the family salon business to new heights and slowly but surely has been accomplishing this objective branching out to Miami in 2004. Rocco recognizes that his passion, enthusiasm, energy, commitment and strong work ethic have allowed him to capture the attention of perfectionists and this is reflected in his celebrity clientele. His clients seek him when making a change to their image and the driven stylist that attains his inspiration from film, people on the street, shows, and other professionals, manages to consistently satisfy the exquisite tastes of those that request his services.
“I always wanted to have my own business, create a brand and the South Florida community provided the right business climate for me to become a better professional, businessman and entrepreneur,” says Leonardo Rocco, CEO and founder of Rocco Donna Hair & Beauty Art. “The challenge of satisfying the demanding tastes of a wide array of nationalities, managing cultural idiosyncrasies not only from Latin American clients but European and Caucasian is unique to South Florida; which made me push myself to innovate and really understand and satisfy my client. I am truly humbled that the SFHCC has selected me among the supreme candidates found in the South Florida business community”.
Leonardo Rocco, widely known for styling A-list Hispanic talent and most recently general market celebrities is creating a stir in the business arena. He has managed and navigated his business in these tough economic times reacting quickly to market alterations and executing effective growth strategies, even in today’s challenging period he expanded and opened a second salon located in Coral Gables this year. Rocco now owns and operates two full service salons located in Miami Beach and Coral Gables, serves as the Hispanic spokesperson for the Unilever brand Suave Professionals, and is also a contributing beauty expert to one of the most read Hispanic lifestyle magazines, People En Español.
“It is an honor to present Leonardo Rocco with the award of ‘Hispanic Entrepreneur of the Year’ on behalf of the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce at our 15th Annual Sunshine Awards luncheon this year that brings together Hispanic businessmen that have achieved significant triumphs in business in our community from both the government and corporate fields,” says Liliam Lopez, president of the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. “The selection of Rocco to be distinguished this year at our luncheon was a natural one since he embodies the entrepreneur spirit and serves as a great role model to future entrepreneurs in the community”.
Leonardo Rocco plays an integral role in creating a dynamic experience for his clients and that has been a key factor that has made them return time after time. With his unique blend of industry knowledge, marketing skills, inherited entrepreneur drive and an ever-widening network, Leonardo Rocco has become one of the leading authorities on hair, beauty, and now business. Rocco plans to continue to reach new heights in his professional career by opening additional salons, offer franchising opportunities, launch a beauty school and roll out his own line of hair care products while continuing to support the community by donating his time and his resources to execute charity endeavors.
Other award recipients will be recognized for their success in categories such as “Public Official of the Year”, “Executive of the Year”, “Hispanic Company of the Year”. For a full description of the categories and the award recipients please visit: http://www.sflhcc.com.
ABOUT ROCCO DONNA HAIR & BEAUTY ART:
Leonardo Rocco, a legend in the hair design industry, has been acclaimed as one of the most popular hair artist recognized among celebrities and high profile show business clientele. Celebrities such as: Katy Perry, Jojo, Paulina Rubio, Juanes, Noelia, Emilio Estefan, Belinda, Ana de la Reguera, Alejandro Fernández, Bárbara Palacios, Ricardo Montaner, Candela Ferro, Ana Maria Canseco, Luís Fonsi, Susana Gimenez, Lili Estefan, Fey, Osvaldo Ríos, Catherine Siachoque, Miguel Varoni, Anahi (RBD) Natalia Streignard, Gabriela Spanic among others trust Leonardo Rocco for the treatment of their hair, and work in conjunction with him for interviews, photo shoots, TV appearances and special events.
Leonardo Rocco has enhanced his fame with a great sense of performance and presentation, especially in television and magazines. His expertise has landed him TV show segments on hair and beauty, as well as editorial coverage in magazines such as: Ocean Drive, Nikki Style, Maxim, Selecta, Harper’s Bazaar, Glamour, and his very popular column “Glamorosa con Rocco” in People en Espanol. In addition, Leonardo Rocco was recently featured in Ocean Drive en Espanol’s Power Player Issue as one of the most influential personalities in Miami and his salon was voted “Best Celebrity Haircut.”
Leonardo Rocco is also recognized for his involvement in the community as well as his membership in various organizations such as the Latino Fashion Group, MBCC (Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce), and the SFHCC (South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce). His work has been sponsored for events benefiting organizations such as AYUDA, Be Live, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and the Fashion Art Ball, which benefits every year the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
For additional information, please visit www.roccodonna.com.
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