Negocios Magazine has announced that Mario Murgado, President and CEO of Murgado Automotive Group, will be among the distinguished business leaders honored at the 2026 edition of the Top Entrepreneur of USA Awards. The ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, October 8, at the EB Hotel Miami, where Murgado will receive the special 'Automotive Entrepreneurship & Business Leadership Award' in recognition of his entrepreneurial career, leadership in the automotive industry, and the growth that has propelled his group into a multi-state operation.
Headquartered in Miami, Murgado Automotive Group currently operates 29 locations across five states, with a presence in Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, Virginia, and California. The award highlights Murgado's journey from transforming struggling dealerships near Downtown Miami into standout operations for General Motors and Honda, to building a diverse portfolio that includes major brands such as Honda, Toyota, Ford, Lincoln, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Cadillac, Audi, Volkswagen, Acura, Infiniti, Mazda, Buick, GMC, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram, as well as luxury and high-performance marques like Ferrari, Bentley, Maserati, and Alfa Romeo.
Eduardo Hapke, Publisher of Negocios Magazine, emphasized the significance of the recognition: "For Negocios Magazine, it is a true honor to recognize Mario Murgado, an entrepreneur with deep ties to Miami who has successfully transformed a local automotive operation into a group with a presence across different regions of the United States."
The Top Entrepreneur of USA Awards 2026 will bring together approximately 120 entrepreneurs, CEOs, executives, investors, and professionals for an awards ceremony and dinner organized by Negocios Magazine. The event is set to take place in the Ballroom of the EB Hotel Miami.
This recognition underscores the importance of entrepreneurial leadership in the automotive sector, particularly as the industry undergoes significant transformations. Murgado's success story serves as a model for how strategic management and dedication can revitalize local businesses and expand them into national enterprises. The award also highlights the broader impact of Hispanic entrepreneurs in the U.S. economy, as Negocios Magazine focuses on business leaders in South Florida and the Hispanic market.
Negocios Magazine, founded in 2013 by journalist Eduardo Hapke and attorney Karen Blanco, has become a key communications platform for entrepreneurs and executives. The publication, available in print and digital formats, also operates NegociosMagazine.com, offering news, interviews, and business profiles. Its reach extends through international digital platforms such as PressReader and its active social media presence, including Instagram, Facebook, and X.
The event promises to be an evening dedicated to celebrating business excellence, providing networking opportunities and recognizing the achievements of leaders who are shaping the future of various industries. As Murgado prepares to receive this honor, his story serves as an inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs and a testament to the power of vision and perseverance in the competitive automotive landscape.
