The recognition makes him one of the Dominicans invited to participate in one of the most important symbolic ceremonies in New York City, within the framework of the celebration of the Dominican community in Manhattan
New York.- Businessman and content creator Santiago Matías will be in charge of participating in the traditional lighting of the Empire State Building with the colors of the Dominican Republic flag, as part of the commemorative activities for the Dominican Day Parade in Manhattan.
Matías expressed feeling honored by the distinction granted by the board of the iconic building, an invitation that represents recognition of both his career and the impact he has achieved within and outside the Dominican community.
“I want to share with you that I have the honor of lighting up the iconic Empire State Building with the colors of the national flag for the Manhattan Dominican Day Parade,” he stated.
The lighting ceremony symbolizes one of the most anticipated moments of the Dominican festivities in New York, a city that is home to the largest community of Dominicans outside the country. Seeing the building illuminated in red, blue, and white has become an expression of national pride and recognition of the contribution that the diaspora makes in the economic, social, cultural, and business spheres.
For Santiago Matías, this invitation represents a new achievement in a career that has consolidated him as one of the most influential media figures among Dominicans, both in the Dominican Republic and in the United States. His participation also reflects the growing presence of Dominican leaders and entrepreneurs on high-profile international stages.
Built between 1930 and 1931, the Empire State Building is one of the most iconic skyscrapers in the world and a symbol of New York City. For nearly four decades it was the tallest building on the planet and, for years, it has used its iconic lighting system to commemorate historical dates, social causes, cultural celebrations, and to pay tribute to personalities and communities from different countries.
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Every year, the building changes the color of its lights to recognize events of international relevance, national holidays, and special occasions. In the case of the Dominican Republic, the illumination with the national colors coincides with the celebrations of the Dominican Day Parade in Manhattan, a tradition that highlights the identity and legacy of millions of Dominicans residing in the United States.
Santiago Matías’ participation in this ceremony not only constitutes a personal recognition, but also a source of pride for the Dominican community, which will once again see one of the world’s most iconic monuments wear the colors of its flag as a symbol of identity, unity, and celebration of its roots.
