Erika Ender Receives Maximum Honor

2024 Author: Steven Freeman | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 08:15

As a way of recognizing her professional and personal work, Erika Ender, who is co-author of the successful theme “Despacito”, received the Belisario Porras Order in the rank of Commander, the highest decoration that Panama grants to one of its outstanding citizens, reported the press office of the composer panañema.

"The singer-songwriter is an example that women can break paradigms and leave a mark on the lives of their peers," said Isabel de Sainz Malo de Alvarado, Vice President of the nation. "This is evident in the impact left by the 'Puertas Abiertas' Foundation and the 'Talenpro' Competition in favor of Panamanian children and youth."

For the interpreter, 42 years old, receiving this medal and degree awarded is a great honor; therefore, she was visibly excited. She took the opportunity to invite women to fight for their dreams in all areas of life.

Among Ender's awards are Latin Grammy, Latin Billborad, Latin Monitor, SESAC, ASCAP, to name but a few. In addition, it has more than 160 albums edited with its themes. He has managed to place 40 singles in the first places of popularity.

Their songs have been recorded, in English, Spanish and Portuguese, by internationally famous singers such as Justin Bieber, Chayanne, Luis Fonsi, Gloria Trevi, Los Tigres del Norte and Ednita Nazario, to name just a few.

To her credit, Erika Ender has been praised with the keys to the City of Miami and the keys to Panama City. In addition, she is the youngest woman to have entered the Latino Composers Hall of Fame.