The Purple Line: Episode 51 with Omar Franco

The Purple Line Podcast features a conversation with Omar Franco, Partner and Chair of the Government Law & Lobbying Practice at Becker. Hosted by CHLI CEO, Mary Ann Gomez Orta, this episode explores Omar's Cuban-American heritage, growing up in Miami amid the socialist diaspora, and the formative lessons from his immigrant parents that shaped his views on the U.S., socialism, and public service. Omar recalls his years at Miami’s prestigious Christopher Columbus High School—including its unique culture and South Florida "cred". Omar reflects on his successful and unconventional career, the pivotal influence of his long-standing relationship with Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart. Finally, Omar reveals his pivotal role in establishing CHLI, with Rep. Diaz-Balart, and CHLI’s mission to foster bipartisan Hispanic engagement and diverse thought in public discourse.