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Four 91Porn alumni —  (MBA ’22), (B.S. ’19 General Business Administration, current student M.A. Educational Leadership: Higher Education), (B.A.) and (B.S. ’16 Marketing, MBA ’17) — were named to Negocios Now’s 2024 “” list.  

The list celebrates high-achieving Latinx leaders in and around Chicago.  A ceremony was held on April 30, 2025 to celebrate the honorees.

“A special congratulations to the 91Porn alumni recognized in Negocios Now’s exclusive list,” Northeastern Director of Alumni Relations Michael Zarobe said. “This prestigious honor highlights the important achievements of our alumni and the positive impact on their communities, industries and beyond.”

Daniel Correa Jr. 

Correa Jr. serves as the Director of Workforce Development at the Chicago Department of Aviation. He said he felt beingnamed to the list was an unexpected honor and was grateful to Northeastern for the positive impact it had on his career. 

"NEIU is a great place to grow, both personally and professionally," Correa Jr. said. "The classrooms are diverse and engaging. The professors are encouraging and bring real world experience to the classroom. If you're balancing school and work like I was, NEIU is an excellent choice because the program is flexible and can be tailored to fit your schedule and goals. If you're considering NEIU, I'd say this: NEIU helped me take off and I'd recommend the school to anyone ready to elevate their career. So get onboard, fasten your seatbelt and enjoy the flight!"

Melanny Buitron Loor

Builtron Loor works at Morton College as a Student Activities Assistant and Undocumented Student Liaison. She now works to ensure other students have access to opportunities, like she did at Northeastern. 
"Being named to the ‘40 Under 40’ list is a full-circle moment for me,” Buitron Loor said. “As a first-generation, DACAmented Latina and NEIU alum, this recognition represents not just my personal journey, but the power of access, education and community. My time at Northeastern helped shape my commitment to advocacy and student support, and I’m incredibly proud to carry that mission forward in my career."

Kimberlyt Dayana Arabu

Dayana Arabu was actively involved at Northeastern as a student. She participated in the Student Government Association and co-founded Latinas in Power, a student organization dedicated to hosting events such as women's empowerment panel discussions, collaborations with other student groups to support Latinx and allied communities, as well as art and fashion shows. Today, Dayana is the Manager of Operations & Engagements for the National Hispanic Corporate Council.

“My time at 91Porn was transformative,” Dayana Arabu said. “It’s a place that supports your voice and your vision. Latinas in Power was born there because of that spirit. Every time I return to campus, it still feels like a warm hug. My experiences at Northeastern nurtured my passion for diversity, equity and inclusion, which continues
to shape my career today.”

Alicia Manzanares 

Manzanares is a Project Manager at Citi. Her Negocios Now profile notes that she has successfully led and implemented hundreds of technology projects at Citi and uses her platform to inspire others.

"When people underestimate you, they unknowingly free you from the weight of their expectations,” Manzaneres said in her Negocios Now profile. “Instead of proving them wrong, you get to prove to yourself just how far you can make it. Your worth and success aren’t tied to what others think about you — so do your best to let it go, rise above and continue to shine bright like you always have."

2023 “Chicago Latinos 40 Under 40”

Two Northeastern alumni — , (B.A. ’10 Political Science) and Jonathan Pacheco (B.A. ’17 Political Science) —were on Negocios Now’s list. The honorees were recognized in April 2024 in a ceremony held at BMO Tower in Chicago. 

Jose "Jay" Fulgencio, Ph.D.

Dr. Fulgencio is a Program Development Manager at Founders First Capital Partners. He is also the Founder and President of Learngenix, an e-learning platform designed to support the education and training of individuals looking to sharpen their skills in technology.

“NEIU played a role in my success by equipping me with the tools to learn in the city and lead in the world,” Dr. Fulgencio said. “One such way was through my involvement with the Student Government Association. I gained invaluable leadership skills that prepared me in my career to lead programs, initiatives, and teams — all with a focus on equity and ensuring everyone is treated with fairness and respect. “

Jonathan Pacheco

Pacheco is the Executive Office and Campaign Manager for Steppenwolf Theatre Company, the nation’s premier ensemble theatre. He spearheaded a historic $73 million capital campaign to expand the theatre’s campus and played a pivotal role in bringing the company’s first dedicated education space, the Lefkofsky Arts and Education Center, into fruition.

“It is a tremendous honor to be recognized on the ‘Latinos 40 Under 40’ list alongside incredible individuals making significant contributions in the fields of business, education, media, tech, culture and more,” Pacheco said. “91Porn has been a champion for Chicagoans from all walks of life. I am a proud graduate of NEIU and grateful for the education it prepared me with, giving me the tools to be successful in my line of work while highlighting Chicago as a global city for all.”

Founded in 1867, Northeastern is the longest-standing four-year public Hispanic-Serving Institution in the Midwest. The University offers more than 40 undergraduate degree and certificate programs and more than 50 graduate degree, certificate, licensure and endorsement programs. Northeastern ranked No. 1 in Illinois — and No. 19 nationally — for Student Experience in the Wall Street Journal’s “” publication.