Az Big Media will be profiling one of the Most Influential Women in Arizona for 2026 each day leading up to the celebratory dinner on August 20, 2025. Today, meet Delma Herrera, telecom field sales executive.

From a field of more than 2,200 women under consideration, the Most Influential Women in Arizona were selected by the editorial board of Az Business magazine and a panel of 12 former Most Influential Women. The Most Influential Women in Arizona Business for 2026 will be honored at a celebratory dinner on Aug. 20, 2026, at Chateau Luxe in Phoenix. The Spotlight Award Sponsor for the Most Influential Women of 2026 is CORE Construction, the Special Gift Sponsor is Tarbell’s, the VIP Sponsor is GCON, the VIP Reception Sponsor is Cullum Homes, the Cover Photo Shoot Sponsor is Greenberg Traurig, the Beverage Sponsor is Arizona Escrow & Financial, the Valet Sponsor in Stevens-Leinweber, the Floral Sponsor is PCL Construction, the Dessert Sponsor is SottoPelle and Tutera Medical, the 360 Photo Booth Sponsor is Clayco, the Step-and -Repeat Sponsor is Morris Hall, the Digital Sponsor is Desert Diamond Casinos, the Floral Provider is PJs Flowers and the Production Sponsor is Merestone. 

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Delma Herrera, telecom field sales executive

Background: With more than 30 years of sales, telecommunications and people-leadership experience, Herrera is known for building high-performing, inclusive teams and mentoring women into leadership and nontraditional roles. A child of immigrants from Mexico, Herrera brings a personal commitment to opportunity, service and community. She is past chair and former board member at Chicanos Por La Causa and was recognized by Az Business magazine as one of Arizona’s Most Influential Minority Business Leaders.

Advice to younger self: “I would tell my younger self: ‘Don’t mistake uncertainty for inadequacy. You may not always know the language, the room, the rules or the path, but you belong there. Work hard, learn the job, ask questions and then do it better than anyone expected. Most important, don’t stand in the back waiting to be invited forward. Your story, your voice and your perspective are not obstacles to overcome. They are the very things that will help you lead.’”

Professional legacy: “I hope my legacy is that I showed people how success is built and how it should be shared. I learned the business, did the work, earned trust and then used that trust to clear the path for others. The greatest measure of that work is not only promotions or business results, but people who became more confident, more decisive and more willing to lead because someone believed they were ready. I want those leaders to pay it forward, especially for women still learning how powerful their own voice can be.”

Surprising fact: “People may be surprised that even with a big title, I still think like a trainer and teammate. I have always believed I work for my people. My job is to learn the business, remove obstacles, build confidence and help others step forward and shine.”