Miami Women Who Rock Celebrated 12th Annual Fifty Shades of Pink RockStar Awards Honoring Local Leaders

South Florida’s most inspiring voices gathered on May 1st at The Palace at Coral Gables for the 12th Annual Fifty Shades of Pink RockStar Awards, hosted by Emily Zubi, Founder & CEO of the Miami Women Who Rock organization. The sold-out luncheon honored trailblazing women and community leaders making a difference in business, philanthropy, and advocacy.

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The afternoon was led by Sheli Muñiz, Emmy® award-winning NBC6 News Anchor and host of Your Health, who served as Mistress of Ceremonies and brought warmth, professionalism, and heart to the celebration.

Jessica Cristobal, Founder of Leading Ladies League and UM Football’s First Lady, chaired the event, and Trish Bell, a highly respected philanthropist and longtime champion for women’s health and social equity, served as Honorary Chair.

This year’s major awards were presented to:

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Ana VeigaMilton, Woman of the Year

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Helen Shaham, Business Leader of the Year

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Cynthia Rodriguez, Pink Warrior Award

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Michael Salazar, Man of the Year

Additional RockStar Award honorees included:

Sissy DeMaria, Naty Diaz, Karina Pavone, Michelle Pelaez, Tatiana Guiribitey, Wendy Kallergis, and Kadie Black, each recognized for their passion, purpose, and positive impact.

Guests enjoyed a pink carpet experience, gourmet luncheon, moving tributes, and a vibrant silent auction, all benefitting the Luminous Advocacy Project, which empowers women globally through breast health education and early detection tools.

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“This event is a celebration of strength, service, and sisterhood,” said Emily Zubi, Founder & CEO of Miami Women Who Rock. “Together, we are creating a community that uplifts and rocks with purpose.”

The 2025 Fifty Shades of Pink RockStar Awards were proudly presented in partnership with:

The Palace, Trish & Dan Bell, Doral Automotive Group, Mendez Vela Medal, Comprehensive Medical Aesthetics, FYI Yachts, Prestige Clinical Research Center, Providence Healthcare Services, Michelle Reese Events, Petals by Cartel, and RCN Curated Luxury.

About Miami Women Who Rock:

Miami Women Who Rock is an organization founded by Emily Zubi to celebrate and support women making a difference in their communities. Through events like the Fifty Shades of Pink RockStar Awards, the organization honors leaders in business, philanthropy, and advocacy while raising awareness for women’s health initiatives.

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