Miami Music Project Names Corporate Partner And Business Development Expert Ariel Acosta-Rubio As Chairman
Miami Music Project is proud to announce Ariel Acosta-Rubio as the Chairman of its Board of Trustees. Mr. Acosta-Rubio, a dedicated board member for the past two years, will work closely with President and CEO Anna Klimala to enhance the organization's outreach and impact through innovative initiatives and strong governance.
Ariel Acosta-Rubio celebrates young talent at Miami Music Project’s 2024 Summer Music Camp Showcase Concert at Miami Springs Middle School. Photo: Miami Music Project.
Ariel Acosta-Rubio, Co-Founder and CEO of CHURRO MANIA®, brings a wealth of experience in entrepreneurship, business development, and leadership. His extensive background in the food industry, coupled with his commitment to community service, has already significantly impacted the Miami Music Project. As Chairman, Mr. Acosta-Rubio will oversee board operations, contribute to strategic planning, and ensure that the organization maximizes its impact and reach in Miami. In the words of President and CEO Anna Klimala:
"Since its inception, our organization has been blessed with extraordinary board leadership, and Ariel Acosta-Rubio is no exception,” said Anna Klimala, President and CEO of Miami Music Project. “ Ariel’s background, experience, and business acumen have been invaluable to our work. I am delighted to now have the opportunity to work with Ariel as the Board Chair, and I look forward to learning from his experience to benefit and advance our mission of transforming lives through music education."
Music has always been vital in Ariel's life. Born in Venezuela, he participated with his children in El Sistema, the social impact music program founded in 1975 by José Antonio Abreu. This experience steered CHURRO MANIA's corporate responsibility toward music education. In 2009, Ariel founded the Viva La Música (VLM) program, an initiative providing musical training opportunities and supplies to community centers with instruments in Venezuela.
Ariel Acosta-Rubio and his son Tadeo in 2007, ready to play violin in Venezuela. Ariel played the violin with his children at El Hatillo, one of El Sistema's learning sites, and enjoyed a rapport with the founder and international Venezuelan conducting star Gustavo Dudamel.
Photo courtesy of the Acosta-Rubio family.
Miami Music Project represents Ariel Acosta-Rubio’s first commitment to improving Miami’s youth. Ariel aims to supercharge Miami Music Project’s development, attracting more executive leaders to give back to the communities that enable their success. In the words of Ariel Acosta-Rubio:
"As business leaders in Miami-Dade, we have a unique opportunity to invest in local social initiatives that reflect the values of this land of opportunity. By supporting programs that uplift most vulnerable members of our community, we contribute to the growth and well-being of our neighbors and help build a stronger, more vibrant future for everyone. It's our responsibility to give back and ensure that the next generation has every chance to succeed."
The Acosta-Rubio family inaugurates a CHURRO MANIA® store in Walmart, Kendall, Miami, FL. Photo: Courtesy of the Acosta-Rubio family. What started as a small 183-square-foot shop on a third floor in Venezuela developed into a churro empire and international success, with over 200 stores worldwide, 40 in the United States.
Photo: courtesy of the Acosta-Rubio family.
Aides musical instruments to children, and partners with Miami Music Project to empower youth through music.
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