At the gala of the Gacetas de Colombia Awards in its version number XIV, held on the night of last Tuesday, November 22, recognition was given to the great social work of journalists, communication professionals and public and private sector officials, who They perform great tasks that contribute to the fabric of social, peace and cultural construction, taking into account the economic recovery that the country has been experiencing.
For this reason, for this radio house, it is a pride to highlight the commemorations that two of our most outstanding journalists received. Is about Hope Rico Laverdewho for many years has accompanied us as the director of the Integrated Information System, and Juan Manuel Ruizwho accompanies all Colombians in the morning, being the director of ‘La Tertulia’.
Thus, Esperanza received the medal Luis Carlos Galán and the Life and Work Award on Radiofor what has been her long career in the media, always highlighting her professionalism and partiality with the management of information, which is why for many years she has been classified as one of the best journalists in the country.
Rich, got a deserved recognition thanks to its 30 years of trajectorya, to which he has dedicated a large part of his life, especially to communication projects in the media and at the time to what was the national news department.
The prestigious journalist is in charge of covering news events for different media such as RCN Radio and La FM, where her work and dedication to the profession means that the best information reaches all Colombians first hand.
“To my son Julián Ricardo, thank you for understanding me despite my abandonment, thank you for your criticism of journalism and for encouraging me to give my best in this profession.. To my mother who always supports me and has never let me down”, said Esperanza in an emotional message of thanks after being honored.
On the other hand, Juan Manuel Ruiz was recognized as the best radio director in the country. Highlighting what has been his great journalistic and radio work in the direction of the morning program ‘The salon’, dedicated to discussing the curious and most relevant issues of the country today.
To these two great professionals we extend our most pleasant and sincere congratulations. In addition, we appreciate your dedication and professionalism to this family of RCN Radio.