Gilberto Pinela
"On behalf of Bayer’s ARISE and Unidos organizations, thank you for leading a dynamic session with our members on intersectionality and the importance of recognizing and celebrating the Afro-Latino experience. We especially appreciate you sharing your story and perspective on being one’s authentic self, as well as the call to action in advocating for change. Here at Bayer, we know celebrating and building up our unique strengths makes us a stronger community and a better business, and the program really helped us further our understanding and appreciation of our collective journey."
- Bayer
A dynamic media personality and proud Puerto Rican native, Gilberto Pinela has been a familiar face on St. Louis television since 2001. He made history as Missouri’s first non-native Latino host of a Spanish-language community affairs show and later launched the state’s first LGBTQIA-focused public affairs program.
A U.S. Air Force veteran with a master’s in communications and an MBA at Webster University, Gilberto is also a respected civic leader—currently serving as Director of the Office of New Americans for the City of St. Louis.
A sought-after emcee, producer, and advocate, he brings high energy, heart, and professionalism to every project.
Emcee/Hosting Select List:
- St Louis City Continuum of Care
- Immigration 101
- Cambio De Colores
- Cultivar Conference
- United Way
- ZooFari
- Doorways Gala
- Dance St. Louis
- Hispanic Chamber of Commerce