In this episode of Deep, John Mangano is joined by TelevisaUnivision’s Jorge Daboub (EVP, Client Partnerships — Pharma & Healthcare), an expert in health marketing to the Hispanic community. They dive into the often overlooked Hispanic market in pharma and healthcare, discussing the major gaps in media reach, data representation, and opportunities for growth.
Jorge shares insights on the unique cultural factors that influence Hispanic health behaviors, such as family caregiving and spirituality, highlighting the underrepresentation of Hispanics in health data and clinical trials. He explains how misconceptions about insurance and financial barriers have created blind spots in marketing strategies. Jorge emphasizes the importance of culturally relevant content and the need to build trust with the Hispanic community, particularly through Spanish-language media.
The conversation also touches on the successes seen by brands that have embraced marketing to Hispanics, noting significant returns on investment. Jorge highlights the opportunities available for pharma companies to engage with this growing segment of over 60 million people, and why understanding cultural nuances is essential for better health outcomes and business success.