About Gilberto Herrera
Gilberto Herrera is a Birmingham, Alabama business growth strategist, TEDx speaker, and fractional CMO. He is the founder and CEO of Profitable Pro, Inc. and Gilberto Herrera Enterprises, host of The Gilberto Herrera Show, and author of How To Scale You. As Alabama’s Grow with Google Digital Coach for four years, he trained more than 8,000 entrepreneurs.
Born in Panama City, Panama, Gilberto turned a hard start into a life of building businesses and opening doors for others. He speaks and writes about marketing, sales, AI, leadership, and second chances.
On TV and Video
TV stories, his TEDx talk, his acting role, and video interviews.
ABC 33/40 Talk of Alabama
ABC 33/40 Talk of Alabama
Grow with Google: Birmingham Public Library
TV segment on the Birmingham Public Library's Grow with Google workshops led by Gilberto.
Jul 21, 2025
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Balsam Bosom Wellness
Balsam Bosom Wellness
Business Wellness Edition: How to use Google to Grow Your Business & AI Powered Tools
Workshop video with Alabama Google Coach Gilberto Herrera on Google and AI tools.
Jun 30, 2025
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What's Happening Birmingham
What's Happening Birmingham
Learn the basics of Google Ads with Gilberto Herrera
Video lesson on Google Ads basics.
Feb 26, 2025
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WVTM 13 (NBC)
WVTM 13 (NBC)
New naturalized US citizens prepare to vote for president for the first time on Election Day
NBC 13 news story featuring Gilberto as he prepared to vote for president for the first time.
Nov 4, 2024
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WBRC FOX6
WBRC FOX6
Man turns life around, looks to help others, stop cycle of violence
TV story on turning his life around and helping others stop the cycle of violence.
Sep 24, 2024
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PBS / APT
PBS / APT
Buzz in Birmingham: HICA
Episode featuring HICA, where Gilberto serves on the board.
Dec 14, 2023
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Outspoken with Joe Lockett
Outspoken with Joe Lockett
On set of the national TV show Outspoken
Gilberto on the set of the national TV show Outspoken with Joe Lockett.
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What's Happening Birmingham
What's Happening Birmingham
Birmingham Urban League Pop Up Tour with Gilberto Herrera
Interview with him about Birmingham Urban League programs.
Aug 26, 2021
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Welcome to Dundrill Heights
Welcome to Dundrill Heights
Welcome to Dundrill Heights, as Alejandro Ricardo Esteban
IMDb page lists his role as a financial advisor in the local drama series.
2021
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TEDx Talks
TEDx Talks
How you can be a good mentor | Gilberto Herrera | TEDxBirmingham
His TEDxBirmingham talk on being a good mentor.
Sep 30, 2019
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FINancial Sharktress
FINancial Sharktress
Money Monday with Gilberto Herrera
Money Monday interview with Gilberto on money and business.
May 14, 2019
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Dream Makers Business Tour
Dream Makers Business Tour
Interview with Gilberto Herrera, Speaker Dream Makers Business Tour
2018 tour interview naming him CEO of Gilberto Herrera Enterprises.
Jul 7, 2018
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Podcasts
His own show, plus guest spots on podcasts across the country.
The Gilberto Herrera Show
The Gilberto Herrera Show
The Gilberto Herrera Show
Gilberto's own show for coaches, consultants, and service business owners. Also on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Sep 2, 2026
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Yakinea Marie
Yakinea Marie
From The Streets To The Stage: Leadership Lessons That Changed Everything | Gilberto Herrera
Livestream interview on leadership lessons from his journey.
Aug 10, 2026
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The Middle Child Podcast
The Middle Child Podcast
Most Business Owners Do This Wrong | Gilberto Herrera | TMC Ep. 49
Talks why businesses stay stuck, his immigrant story, and personal brands in the AI era. Also on YouTube.
Jul 9, 2026
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Founders Future
Founders Future
Gilberto Herrera: From Undocumented Immigrant to Seven-Figure Business Architect
Host Milan Kohut interviews him on resilience, reinvention, and growth. Also on YouTube.
Jan 27, 2026
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Healthy Living & Wine (J'Que)
Healthy Living & Wine (J'Que)
Healthy Living & Wine: "When Freedom Needs Framework" with Gilberto Herrera
Conversation with host JQue on freedom, structure, and building a business.
Jan 8, 2026
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Easy Talk Podcast
Easy Talk Podcast
From $5K to $100K: The Blueprint for Massive Business Growth
Episode on business growth. Two more clips posted same day on money and AI systems.
Oct 17, 2025
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Straight Talk Podcast
Straight Talk Podcast
Master the Secrets to Sales | Straight Talk Podcast with Dr. Cam
Episode with Gilberto Herrera on sales.
Feb 10, 2025
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Intravenous 205
Intravenous 205
Gilberto Herrera
Hour-long guest episode on keynote speaking and scaling a business.
Sep 24, 2023
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PolAr JoQs
PolAr JoQs
Gilberto Herrera - From Gangs to Success, Immigration, E-Book, Sales Tips
Interview on his troubled past, immigration, his e-book, and sales.
Jun 27, 2023
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So Lux Life Podcast
So Lux Life Podcast
"How to Scale You" ft. Gilberto Herrera (Ep. 74)
Episode on his book How to Scale You. Also on YouTube.
Dec 13, 2022
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Young Entrepioneers
Young Entrepioneers
How To Attract High Paying Clients: Gilberto Herrera
Talk with Justin Evans on attracting high paying clients.
Oct 14, 2022
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The Troy and Tony Show
The Troy and Tony Show
Episode #40 - Financial Coach & Business Consultant Gilberto Herrera
Troy talks with financial coach and business consultant Gilberto Herrera.
May 7, 2021
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El Show de Oscar Armendariz
El Show de Oscar Armendariz
#41 - Marca Personal | Entrevista con: Gilberto Herrera
Spanish-language interview on building a personal brand.
Apr 12, 2021
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Da Boom Boom Room Squadcast
Da Boom Boom Room Squadcast
Financial Fitness & Community Empowerment feat. Mr. Gilberto Herrera, Entrepreneur
Episode on financial fitness and community empowerment.
Jan 11, 2021
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The Tyler Wagner Show (Authors Unite)
The Tyler Wagner Show (Authors Unite)
Gilberto Herrera: Business Development Strategist
Guest episode on the Authors Unite Show. Also on Spotify.
Nov 15, 2019
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Vulcan Has a Fade
Vulcan Has a Fade
VHAF46 - Gilberto Herrera
Talks C$ Mentoring and the Birmingham Urban League.
May 26, 2018
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Articles and Interviews
Profiles and interviews about Gilberto and his work.
Voyage ATL
Voyage ATL
Hidden Gems: Meet Gilberto Herrera of Profitable Pro, Inc.
Q&A feature on Gilberto and Profitable Pro, Inc.
Oct 21, 2026
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UrbanHam
UrbanHam
Birmingham's Gilberto Herrera Wants to Fix How Local Experts Turn Attention Into Paying Clients
Feature on how he helps local experts turn attention into paying clients.
Aug 6, 2026
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Future Millionaires Magazine
Future Millionaires Magazine
How Gilberto Herrera Transformed Struggle Into a Scalable Movement
Profile on his path from hardship to building the Scale You movement.
Sep 12, 2025
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New York Business Now
New York Business Now
From Brooklyn Streets to Boardrooms: Gilberto Herrera's Legacy-Driven Rise
Profile on his start as an undocumented teen dad in Brooklyn and his business rise.
Jul 29, 2025
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Shoutout Atlanta
Shoutout Atlanta
Meet Gilberto Herrera | Marketing and Business Expert
Q&A interview on his marketing and business work.
May 8, 2024
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Bold Journey
Bold Journey
Meet Gilberto Herrera
Q&A interview on his story and business.
May 3, 2024
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Voyage ATL
Voyage ATL
Inspiring Conversations with Gilberto Herrera
Q&A interview about Gilberto Herrera Enterprises.
Jan 11, 2024
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inMMGroup
inMMGroup
inMMGroup Partners with Gilberto Herrera Enterprises to Launch Network 'n' Chill in Atlanta and Birmingham
Announcement of the Network 'n' Chill partnership.
Apr 19, 2024
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Shoutout Atlanta
Shoutout Atlanta
Meet Gilberto Herrera | Business and Financial Expert
Q&A interview on his business and financial work.
Feb 9, 2022
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The Las Vegas Insider
The Las Vegas Insider
Gilberto Herrera AKA The King of Increase Is The Spanish Immigrant That Helps Others Build Personal Wealth & Business Success
Feature on him as the King of Increase helping others build wealth.
Nov 5, 2021
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Voyage ATL
Voyage ATL
Exploring Life & Business with Gilberto Herrera
Q&A interview on his life and business.
Jul 8, 2021
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Bham Now
Bham Now
Seeking balance in life? Find out how at TEDxBirmingham May 3-4
Announces TEDxBirmingham 2019 speakers, including him as Community Entrepreneur.
Feb 12, 2019
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Written by Gilberto
Articles and columns Gilberto wrote for business readers.
MarketingProfs
MarketingProfs
Your AI Stack Is Not the Problem, Your Handoffs Are
Bylined article on the four sales handoffs where leads get lost.
2026
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Birmingham Business Journal
Birmingham Business Journal
Guest notebook: From Steel Mills to Startups
Guest column on Birmingham's shift from steel mills to startups.
May 23, 2025
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Gumptown Magazine
Gumptown Magazine
Why Your Business Dream Won't Take Flight: A Small Business Wake Up-Call
Bylined column for small business owners.
Feb 2, 2024
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Gumptown Magazine
Gumptown Magazine
5 Ways to Easily Create Content
Bylined column on content creation.
Jun 24, 2023
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Gumptown Magazine
Gumptown Magazine
How to Scale Your Business with Limited Resources
Bylined column on scaling with few resources.
May 17, 2023
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Gumptown Magazine
Gumptown Magazine
The Importance of Networking to Grow Your Small Business
Bylined column on networking.
May 9, 2023
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Gumptown Magazine
Gumptown Magazine
Why Having A Strong Brand is Important
Bylined column on branding.
May 1, 2023
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Gumptown Magazine
Gumptown Magazine
Why Marketing Is Important for Your Business
Bylined column on marketing basics.
Apr 20, 2023
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Speaking and Events
Conferences, panels, and workshops where Gilberto has spoken or led.
The Birmingham Times
The Birmingham Times
Anticipation Builds for the 2026 A.G. Gaston Conference in Birmingham
Lists him as moderator of the Young Professionals Panel at the A.G. Gaston Conference.
Jan 15, 2026
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Alabama Minority Vendor Conference
Alabama Minority Vendor Conference
Gilberto Herrera, 2025 Conference Speaker
Speaker page naming him a 2025 conference speaker.
2025
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Birmingham Public Library
Birmingham Public Library
Grow with Google Small Business Workshops Return to BPL on May 27
Library announces 2025 Grow with Google workshop series led by him.
May 2025
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AAEA / Volusia Business Resources
AAEA / Volusia Business Resources
AAEA Grow with Google | Use YouTube to Grow Your Business
Event page listing him as Grow with Google Alabama Digital Coach.
Oct 24, 2024
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The Birmingham Times
The Birmingham Times
People, Places, Things
Events listing for a business session hosted by him and the Birmingham Urban League.
Mar 29, 2023
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The Birmingham Times
The Birmingham Times
Birmingham begins first day of Kwanzaa celebration
Panelist at the city's Kwanzaa kickoff, listed as real estate investor and community leader.
Dec 27, 2019
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100 Black Men of America
100 Black Men of America
2021 Conference panelist: Gilberto Herrera
Panelist at the national conference of 100 Black Men of America.
2021
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Awards and Recognition
Also honored: Top 15 Entrepreneurs to Follow, The New York Finance (2021).
SHEEN Magazine
SHEEN Magazine
Steel City Legacy Gala Makes History with Alabama's First-Ever Met Gala-Inspired Experience
Names him a Legacy Award honoree at the 2026 Steel City Legacy Gala.
Jul 21, 2026
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Birmingham Business Journal
Birmingham Business Journal
Meet Birmingham's emerging influencers for 2023
Named to the BBJ Power 60 list as one of Birmingham's emerging influencers for 2023.
Jul 25, 2023
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African American Entrepreneurs Association
African American Entrepreneurs Association
Entrepreneur of the Year
Honored as Entrepreneur of the Year by the African American Entrepreneurs Association. Watch Gilberto receive the award.
2023
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