Julianne M. Holt is being honored as the 2025 Hispanic Woman of the Year by Tampa Hispanic Heritage, Inc. Coinciding with Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15), the award celebrates women with distinguished service to the Hispanic community and our region overall.

For over three decades, Julianne Holt served with distinction as the community’s first female Public Defender, while also championing positive change as a board member to impactful organizations, including CNHC. She was elected our new Board Chair this summer, and her transformative leadership continues to make a difference for local children and families.

Tampa Hispanic Heritage, Inc. will present its Woman of the Year Award and Man of the Year Award at a gala on Saturday, Oct. 25.