When I heard it was going to be Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15), I began to think about all the hurdles I had to jump in order to get to where I am now in my career. I am not only a working actor and fixture in the Hollywood scene, but I am also launching HVS Conservatory, a post-secondary school for aspiring professional vocalists. While it is not the first business I have launched, it is definitely my biggest undertaking and I am beyond excited to see where it takes me. When I think of where I came from, as a Latina in Hollywood, I felt that sharing my story [so many can relate to] could help the next generation of artists.