ALPFA Names RSM’s Joanna Baltierra Just to 2023 Most Powerful Latinas List

CHICAGO – (October 31, 2023) – RSM US LLP (“RSM”) – the nation’s leading provider of assurance, tax and consulting services focused on the middle market – is pleased to announce that Joanna Baltierra Just, an assurance partner with the firm, was recently named one of the Association of Latino Professionals for America’s (ALPFA’s) 2023 Most Powerful Latinas. Just was recognized as a Corporate Trailblazer, which is defined as a category recognizing executive Latinas working in Fortune 500 companies or those running multi-million-dollar profit and loss statements (P&Ls).

ALPFA, in collaboration with FORTUNE magazine, released the first ever Most Powerful Latinas list in 2017. Now in its seventh year, ALPFA continues to highlight the significant contributions, power and influence driving economic, business and social decisions being made every day by Latina leaders, businesswomen and innovators in every sector.

“Since the inception of the Most Powerful Latinas list in 2017, at a time when Latina executives were less visible, the list has championed the progress made over the last eight years,” said Damian Rivera, CEO with ALPFA. “Today it stands as more than a list – it’s a long-term strategy dedicated to amplifying the visibility and representation of Latinas who have reached pinnacle success. Moreover, from this year onward, we’re committed to featuring 50 new Latinas annually, further broadening the recognition of Latina contributions to the global economy.”

“We are thrilled that Joanna has been recognized as a 2023 Most Powerful Latina by ALPFA,” said Brett Friedman, RSM US LLP partner and national ¡HOLA! employee network group (ENG) leader. “She is a well-respected, thoughtful leader who is helping to change the face of business in America and empowering the next generation of Latina Leaders to reach their full potential. On behalf of RSM’s people, we congratulate her on this well-deserved recognition.”

“It is an honor to be recognized on the 2023 Most Powerful Latinas list,” said Just. "This powerful network expands across every industry and is redefining the workplace, building wealth and financial independence and empowering communities, while elevating the next generation of Latinos and Latinas. I am humbled to be included on this prestigious list.”

To view the full list of 2023 Most Powerful Latinas, visit ALPFA’s website.

About ALPFA

ALPFA is the longest-standing Latino organization with 100,000+ members assembled in 47 professional and more than 180 student chapters across America. ALPFA continues to build upon its proud legacy with a mission: To empower and develop Latino men and women as leaders of character for the nation in every sector of the global economy. We aspire to be the business partner of choice for companies seeking to hire and develop Latina talent. For more information, visit alpfa.org.