Santiago Tavara is an experienced journalist, political analyst, and public administrator with over three decades of career history in Washington D.C. His professional path has been defined by a steadfast defense of the Latino community and a deep understanding of international politics—factors that now bolster his candidacy in these primary elections.
Professional and Journalistic Profile
With a bilingual and multicultural vision, Tavara has been a key figure in Hispanic communication within the United States. He is the founder and editor of Metro Latino USA, a media outlet that since 2007 has served as an information bridge for Peruvians and Latinos in the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia metropolitan areas.
His frontline journalism experience includes covering the White House and the U.S. Congress as a correspondent for the Notimex agency, as well as serving as the editorial director of El Tiempo Latino. Furthermore, his analysis has been sought by prestigious international outlets such as Infobae, El Vocero, and La Prensa Gráfica. He is the author of the book “Obama El Duro: No se pudo” (2017), where he dissects the immigration policies of that administration.
Leadership in Public and Social Management
Santiago does not just report; he manages solutions. He holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Ana G. Méndez University, training that he currently applies as president of MPower Now Inc., an organization dedicated to the civic empowerment of immigrants.
His commitment to Peru is tangible and long-standing:
- Piura-Maryland Sisterhood: In 2019, he led this initiative to strengthen health and trade cooperation between both regions.
- International Cooperation: He has served as a consultant for development projects in Arequipa and has worked on translating federal assistance for FEMA, demonstrating his operational capacity during times of crisis.
- Education: He has served the community as an adult English teacher for literacy programs (CENAES).
Academic Background
- Master of Public Administration (Public and Non-Profit Management) – Ana G. Méndez University, Maryland (2019).
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Communication – University of the District of Columbia, Washington, DC (1993).
- Journalism Studies – National University of San Marcos (UNMSM), Lima.
“My career has taught me that the power of communication is only useful if it is transformed into direct management for our people. Peru needs representatives who understand the world and know how to bring those opportunities back home.” — Santiago Tavara.
