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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHONORING BEATRIZ ANDREKOVICH AS A DISTINGUISHED LEADER IN CENTRAL
FLORIDA FOR HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
HON. DARREN SOTO
of florida
in the house of representatives
Friday, October 9, 2026
Mr. SOTO. Mr. Speaker, Beatriz Andrekovich was born in Mexico City, where she developed an early appreciation for languages, culture, sports, and the arts. She practiced tennis, swimming, canoeing, piano, and dance from youth throughout college, where she organized international students to showcase their countries through food, music, dances, and exhibits.
administration, and arts and humanities and earned a master's degree in finance. She built a career in corporate banking with Citibank and Bank of Nova Scotia, working with international corporations and traveling, during which she developed a deeper appreciation for the museums, nature, and the diverse cultures she encountered.
Beatriz shifted her focus toward art, culture, and community engagement. She volunteered with the school PTA and SAC in science, math, Junior Achievement, nature, reading, and art programs while participating in sports.
she collaborates with organizations, museums, galleries, public libraries, and festivals to showcase international dances, music, exhibits, folkloric clothing, books, and cultural celebrations to highlight and connect the diverse communities that make up Central Florida.
preserve the Wekiva River, serves on the board of HAPBWA, supporting professional women and connecting them with resources to build successful businesses, writes for magazines, and highlights local places and interviews community members on radio and social media programs.
from Seminole, Orange, and Osceola Counties and the Consulate of Mexico; awards from HAPBWA, El Josco with the Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce, and iLatina with the Central Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; and recognitions from Honors Lifetime, Peace Organization, and an honorary doctorate degree from the World Leaders Organization and University.