Maria Peña

Public Relations Specialist @Library of Congress

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The Library of Congress has continued to make significant strides in promoting knowledge and creativity for the benefit of the American people. As a Public Relations Specialist, Maria Peña has played a crucial role in enhancing the Library's visibility and public image, leveraging various communication channels to engage with the public and stakeholders. Maria has successfully managed media relations, developed and implemented strategic PR campaigns, and coordinated special events. Her efforts have significantly increased public awareness and understanding of the Library’s collections, services, and programs. Moving forward, Maria plans to continue refining the Library's communication strategies to ensure they align with changing public needs and preferences. She will also focus on strengthening relationships with media outlets and influencers to broaden the Library's reach and impact.

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Work Background

Library of CongressPublic Affairs Specialist

Dec. 2020Washington, District of Columbia, United StatesI´ve started a new path in my long career as a bilingual communicator, joining an A+ team as a Public Affairs strategist for the Library of Congress, where I'll continue to highlight contents that enrich people's lives and understanding of the complex world we live in. I'm thrilled to promote LOC events and widen its reach across many communities in the US and abroad.

NBCUniversal Telemundo EnterprisesDigital reporter/ producer

Apr. 2019 - Dec. 2020Washington D.C. Metro AreaI worked as a digital reporter/producer for the Telemundo network, where I continued to provide top-notch journalism on issues that have a direct impact on voters, workers, and consumers, especially in the Hispanic community. I covered Congress, the White House, and all federal agencies, highlighting issues and stories of impact for Latinos across the US.

NBCUniversal Telemundo EnterprisesDigital Reporter

Apr. 2019 - Dec. 2020Washington, District of Columbia, United States

NTN24Political analyst/ panelist

Dec. 2011 - Apr. 2019Washington D.C. Metro AreaI´m a frequent guest political commentator for Club de Prensa, a daily talk show that reviews and analyzes current news and social trends.

La OpiniónCorrespondent

Oct. 2013 - Dec. 2018Washington D.C. Metro AreaI covered all domestic and foreign affairs issues that affect the Hispanic community in the US and Latin America. You could find me hauling a handbag, a laptop, and a camera all over the halls of Congress, the White House, the NGO´s and biz groups, and anywhere "news" was happening. I wrote thousands of articles that helped Hispanics learn about their rights as workers, consumers, and voters.

Voice of AmericaPolitical commentator/ panelist

Jan. 2012 - Jun. 2018Washington D.C. Metro AreaI analyze current affairs and news trends, especially as they relate to the Hispanic community in the US, and foreign policy, among other news topics.

Univision/Al PuntoGuest panelist

Sep. 2008 - Dec. 2016Miami, FloridaI´ve been a frequent guest panelist since 2008 for Al Punto, to analyze current affairs and news trends.

EFECorrespondent

Jun. 1998 - Oct. 2013Washington D.C. Metro AreaFirst hired as Editor of the Hispanic News Service and, in 2000, was assigned as Congressional correspondent. In the Spring of 2012, I was also given a greater role in covering the White House, with a specific focus on issues that affect the Hispanic community in the U.S. Happy and proud of all my professional and personal accomplishments in my 15-year tenure there.