Each year, Awepra and Impact & Influence Magazine induct one individual into a permanent distinction reserved for those who embody what it truly means to create meaningful, lasting impact. This honor is not based on visibility alone, but on substance—measured by contribution, consistency, and the ability to influence others in a way that extends beyond business and into legacy. Those inducted are recognized not just for what they’ve built, but for how they’ve elevated others along the way. As a Legacy Member, their place is permanent—etched into the foundation of what this platform represents, both today and for years to come.

This year, we proudly recognize Joel Rodriguez-Tirado, owner of MIH Firm, a financial services company dedicated to helping families create generational wealth through strategic planning. Joel was the very first advertiser to believe in Impact & Influence Magazine, stepping in before there was proof—only vision. Since then, he has become an integral part of the magazine’s growth and presence, representing the kind of partnership and forward-thinking commitment that defines true influence. His work reflects exactly what this recognition stands for: building something that lasts.