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Ana Maria has been a prominent figure in radio, theater, and the community, making a significant impact in the industry and the lives of those around her. Her love for radio and the audience shines through in every chapter of her inspiring story.

Discover The Journey

2001

Graduated from Kean University with a Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Communications.

2002-2005

Started her career at WKTU 103.5FM as an intern, promotions assistant, and contest coordinator. Later became the show producer for Diane Prior and Judy Torres.

2006-2009

Worked at WSKQ La Mega as an on-air personality, famously known as "La Nena" of Mega. Later joined the #1 radio show in NYC "El Vacilón De La Mañana" as an on-air personality, performing stunts and assisting behind the scenes for two and a half years.

March 2009: Made her theatrical debut in "The Vagina Monologues."

2010

Joined JVC Broadcasting as an on-air personality for La Fiesta WBON/98.5FM and was promoted to Program Director the same year.

Became an active member of the Long Island Puerto Rican Day Parade Board to this day.

2011-2020

Served as Promotions Director for all JVC Broadcasting New York radio stations.

March 2011:
Played "La Poncia" in "The House of Bernarda Alba".

April 2015: Participated in a monologue called "Maria" to raise awareness about domestic violence in the Hispanic community.

2015-2020: Wrote a monthly column called "Mi Life between 20 & 30" for Voz Latina newspaper.

2020

Became Program Director for Party 105 FM, an English top 40 format station.

2021

Awarded the prestigious Medallas Cortez Award for Local Personality of the Year by Radio Ink at the Hispanic Radio Conference.

2022

Selected to serve on the Suffolk County Hispanic Advisory Board.

2023

Became Operations Manager of Long Island En VIVO 1440am/93.3fm, the first News/Talk Spanish station on Long Island.

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Non-Profit Organizations

• Executive Board Member of Puerto Rican Hispanic Day Parade of Long Island since 2010

• Hispanic Advisory Board of Suffolk County since 2020

• Jibaritos With Troops Non For Profit since 2021

• Long Island Latino Association since 2024

• Latina Sister Support Inc, a Non-profit Organization helping women going through Cancer

• Long Island Latino Teachers Association, where she donates her time to speak with
young high school students about her journey in life and radio to encourage higher education

• SEPA Mujer, Inc., a non-profit organization supporting immigrant women on Long Island

• 100 Hispanic Women of Long Island Chapter of Long Island
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Awards and Recognitions

• 2021 Medallas Cortez Award for Local Personality of the Year by Radio Ink at the Hispanic Radio Conference

• Proclamation from Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone for advocacy work

• Recognition from Legislator Sammy González for advocacy work

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