Mirtle Peña-Calderón
Harness the power of honest, voice-driven storytelling with Mirtle Peña-Calderón, journalist, editor, and author. With over a decade in communications and media, Mirtle helps organisations and founders navigate identity, culture, and mental health through authentic narratives. Co-author of The Book of Awesome Latinas and founder of the Latinidad Collective, a storytelling platform rooted in culture and community.
Miami, United States
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In 2026, Mirtle co-authored The Book of Awesome Latinas, which shines a spotlight on 74 powerful and inspiring Hispanic and Latin women role models. She has written for PEOPLE Magazine, People Chica, mitú, Miami New Times, and HelloGiggles. Mirtle also runs two Substack publications: Consider This A Note, where she shares editorial perspectives, and Mirtle's Next Bite, focused on food writing. Her decade-long career in communications and media gives her valuable insight into how stories shape public conversation.
In her talks, Mirtle explores storytelling, identity, and mental health through both personal and cultural lenses. She speaks about the Latino and Latine experience, sharing how honest storytelling can support healing in communities built on resilience. She also examines how Latine storytellers are reshaping cultural narratives and why those stories matter beyond their communities. Alongside this, Mirtle offers practical guidance for founders and creatives on finding a clear throughline, refining their voice, and communicating with authenticity.
Audiences leave with practical approaches to more authentic communication and a deeper understanding of how personal and cultural narratives can strengthen storytelling and leadership.
Topics, Sessions And Talks
Mirtle Peña-Calderón leads a thought-provoking discussion on honest narratives, mental health, and the Latino experience. She examines the challenges faced by resilient communities that often lack the space to express their struggles. Through her personal experiences and extensive cultural reporting, Mirtle highlights how storytelling can serve as a powerful healing tool rather than a performance and why that distinction matters for Latino and Latine audiences especially.
Mirtle Peña-Calderón will explore who tells Latino stories, the evolving landscape of representation, and its significance beyond the community. Drawing from her editorial experience, her involvement with the Latinidad Collective, and insights from her book, The Book of Awesome Latinas, she emphasizes that cultural narratives are essential for all of us. Attendees will learn about the importance of diverse storytelling and its impact on society as a whole.
Mirtle Peña-Calderón presents a practical session on why we often struggle with clear communication and how to overcome this challenge. She shares insights from her editorial experience with founders, focusing on identifying a clear throughline, writing with confidence, and developing an authentic brand voice. Attendees will learn effective strategies to enhance their communication skills, ensuring their message resonates and reflects their true identity.
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