The Latin Academy of Recording places greater emphasis on aesthetic and technical accomplishments than on sales or chart positions.

Under the nearly two-decade leadership of Gabriel Abaroa, the Latin Recording Academy experienced significant growth, becoming a respected international entity with exceptional financial stability and strong credibility.

[8] He was instrumental in transitioning the Latin Grammy Awards telecast from English to Spanish, broadening its appeal to Spanish-speaking audiences worldwide.

[9] The Latin Recording Academy has produced educational outreach programs in Buenos Aires, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Santo Domingo, San Juan, Bogotá, São Paulo, and in the U.S. in Miami, Chicago, Los Angeles, Dallas, Houston, New York, and San Antonio.

[1] The Latin Academy's programs provide interested students the opportunity, using interactive satellite technology, to discuss with musicians and members of the music industry what it is like to work in the business and what it takes to be successful in the field.