Welcome to the Architects of Latino Success Podcast, where we celebrate the trailblazers shaping the future of Hispanic homeownership and the real estate industry.
Through candid conversations with industry leaders and NAHREP legends, this podcast delves into the pivotal moments, challenges, and triumphs that have defined their journeys. We uncover the strategies and values that drive their success, offering listeners actionable insights and inspiration to forge their own paths as leaders and visionaries.
Each episode explores:
- Career milestones and the decisions that shaped their rise to leadership.
- Leadership lessons from their time at NAHREP and beyond.
- Personal reflections on motivation, resilience, and their vision for the future.
- Advice for aspiring professionals and those striving to make a lasting impact in their communities.
Whether you’re a seasoned real estate professional or an emerging leader, join us as we highlight the stories behind the success and the people building a stronger foundation for Hispanic homeownership. Listen in, be inspired, and start crafting your own success story.
LATEST EPISODE
Architects of Latino Success with Joe Castillo – Episode 14 with Teresa Palacios Smith
Building Cultures that Support People, Progress, and Possibility
In this episode of Architects of Latino Success, Joe Castillo speaks with Teresa Palacios Smith, Chief Inclusion and Engagement Officer at HomeServices of America, about leadership, inclusion, and long-term impact.
Teresa shares how her professional journey has shaped her approach to inclusion as an ongoing practice rooted in trust, accountability, and engagement. She reflects on leading within large organizations, building cultures where individuals feel valued, and aligning people-centered leadership with business and community outcomes.
The conversation explores the role leaders play in shaping culture, the importance of meaningful engagement, and how inclusive leadership can strengthen organizations while supporting the communities they serve.
This episode offers thoughtful insight into how purpose-driven leadership and inclusion can create lasting impact and support NAHREP’s mission to advance opportunity and generational progress.

