Hispanic & Latino News
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KL Winterbourne Associates – El Salvador Looks to Bitcoin as New Legal Tender
President Nayib Bukele plans to formally recognize Bitcoin as currency, with some believing that Paraguay will follow suit. - July 05, 2021 - KL Winterbourne Associates
Mimi-Choon Quiñones, PhD, MBA, Joins Hispanic Health Council as the Co-Chief Research Officer
Dr. Mimi-Choon Quinones, MBA, has joined the Hispanic Health Council as the co-chief research officer to lead the Research, Advocacy and Training Departments. She is a Medical Anthropologist graduated from the American University in London and has Master’s in Business Administration from the... - June 25, 2021 - Hispanic Health Council
Mi Casa Resource Center’s ProBoPat Program and Rocky Mountain USPTO Recognize Patent Practitioners for Patent Law Volunteerism
Mi Casa Resource Center, along with the Rocky Mountain USPTO, recognizes a group of patent agents and patent lawyers for their dedication to low-income inventors. - June 23, 2021 - Mi Casa Resource Center
Amotec Celebrates the Grand Opening of Its New Bilingual Location on Lorain Road in Cleveland
Amotec Staffing is Announcing the Opening of its 2nd location in the city of Cleveland at 4615 Lorain Avenue. The office is bilingual and will serve the west side of Cleveland. - June 09, 2021 - Amotec
Fatherhood is Redefined in Transformative Poetry Book, "A Son with No Father is A Book with No Author"
Author Mario Reyes is celebrating fatherhood through education and edification with his first contribution to the literary world, “A Son with No Father is A Book with No Author.” In this hybrid of poetic short stories, Reyes gracefully, yet unapologetically, tackles complicated subjects... - June 09, 2021 - Mario "Papi Picasso" Reyes
Illyasha Peete Named Executive Director of CLS Racial and Social Equity Initiative
Will Lead Organizational Focus on Addressing Racial & Social Equity within Life Sciences Industry. - June 07, 2021 - California Life Sciences
Posse Foundation, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Launch Arts Leadership Scholarship in Puerto Rico; Bard College Offers Full-Tuition Posse Scholarships to Students from Puerto Rico
The Posse Foundation is expanding to recruit art students in Puerto Rico through a new project launched in collaboration with Lin-Manuel Miranda and the Miranda Family Fund and Bard College. Beginning this fall, the college success and youth leadership development organization will identify, select... - May 25, 2021 - The Posse Foundation
Amilcar Releases Single "Dancing Fireflies"
Following his recent Electronic EP “Sleep,” Franco-Venezuelan artist Amílcar surprises us one more time with his new single "Dancing Fireflies” inspired by the mesmerizing light show of Mother Nature’s delicate insects. “This song, inspired by the hypnotic... - May 21, 2021 - Amilcar
Genesys Works Announces Selvon M. Waldron as Executive Director of Its National Capital Region Program
Today, Genesys Works, a national youth workforce development program for promising high school students which creates a diverse talent pipeline for top U.S. employers, announced Selvon M. Waldron as executive director of its National Capital Region (NCR) program, which serves students in the Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia areas. - May 11, 2021 - Genesys Works - National Capital Region
Baumgartens Announces National Minority-Owned Business Certification
Baumgartens, an award-winning family business that provides school, home, and office supplies nationwide, has been certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) by the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council (GMSDC) and officially part of the National Minority Supplier Development Council... - May 10, 2021 - Baumgartens
Veronica's Insurance Ranked No. 1 in the 2021 Top 500 New Franchises by Entrepreneur Magazine
Veronica's Insurance is the leading insurance broker for Hispanics and Latinos in the United States. Based in California, they have already more than 90 locations across the country. - April 15, 2021 - Veronica's Insurance
Upscale Living Magazine Launches New Website in Spanish
Upscale Living Magazine (ULM), based in Miami, Florida, and dedicated to the creation of content specialized in the latest trends in the luxury, lifestyle, and real estate market, launched its new site in Spanish completely dedicated to the Hispanic community in South Florida, and throughout Latin... - April 06, 2021 - Leyva Publishing Group LLC
Patricia Beasley Joins the Law Firm of Fuerst, Carrier & Ogden as Partner
The law firm of Fuerst, Carrier & Ogden is pleased to announce that Patricia Manetsch Beasley has joined the firm as a partner. - February 22, 2021 - Fuerst, Carrier & Odgen
Prospanica DFW Announces Chapter's 2021 Board Officers
Prospanica’s Dallas/Fort Worth Chapter announced the election of its 2021 board officers and appointed Committee Chairpersons. Prospanica DFW is part of a nationwide non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and advocating for the growth of Hispanic professionals in corporate America. The chapter's focus is on helping Hispanic professionals to connect, advance, and thrive in their careers. - February 21, 2021 - Prospanica DFW
Cross Rose Circle and the Trill Drill the Movement, Music and Lifestyle
Cross Rose Circle and Luni Mofo's Contribution to the Trill Drill the Movement, Music, Lifestyle and Dallas, Texas' Contribution to the Evolution of Hip Hop Music and Drill Music. - February 13, 2021 - Cross Rose Circle, LLC
New Album Release: "Yo Vine a Querer" by Cuban Singer-Songwriter, Boris Larramendi
On March 5, 2021, Boris Larramendi - founder and former member of famous Cuban music collective Habana Abierta - will be releasing a new album “Yo vine a querer.” “Yo vine a querer” is Larramendi’s sixth solo album, and second one since living in Miami, Florida. This... - February 03, 2021 - Borisongs LLC
Celebrated Writer Sandra Cisneros to Receive MOSTe Lanterns Award on April 22
"The House on Mango Street" author will speak at Los Angeles college-access fundraiser. - January 29, 2021 - MOSTe Motivating Our Students Through Experience
Posse Launches Virtual Program, Expands to Recruit Students from 20 Cities Across America for Full-Tuition Scholarships
The Posse Foundation - a national college scholarship and youth leadership development organization - has launched a major expansion initiative to recruit students from 20 cities across the United States. The new Virtual Program project was inspired by Posse’s successful transition to an... - January 28, 2021 - The Posse Foundation
TLC Associates Bringing Over 300 Jobs to Santo Domingo Contact Center Firm Known Best for Amazing Work Culture
TLC Associates is a high-touch, third party contact center service provider, headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The company supports many of the USA’s leading brands across many verticals and currently operates from two partner locations in the Dominican Republic. The newest site is conveniently located at Tiradentes Avenue Plaza near 27 de Febrero Avenue in the Capital city, Santo Domingo. - December 16, 2020 - TLC Associates
Florida Vocalist, Lisette Diaz, Launches Her First Book with a Fun Virtual Party
Puerto Rican vocalist, Lisette Diaz, launches her first book, "La Vieja Ramonita," a bilingual tell of Ramonita, an elderly woman with Alzheimer's disease whose spirit is lifted with the help of a special friend. - December 12, 2020 - El Club de las Diosas
Center for Adoption Support and Education Awarded $50,000 Grant from Greater Washington Community Foundation to Serve Foster Children in Northern Virginia
The Greater Washington Community Foundation (The Community Foundation) has awarded the Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.) a grant in the amount of $50,000 through the Fund for Children, Youth and Families to provide therapy sessions to 33 children in foster care in eight target jurisdictions in Northern Virginia; the counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudon and Prince William, and the cities of Alexandria, Falls Church, Manassas Park and Leesburg. - December 10, 2020 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
Verimos and Well Beyond Care Team Up to Offer Caregivers Benefits
Offering health and wellness benefits the 8.1 million underserved caregivers. - December 09, 2020 - Verimos
Dalia Otero Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Dalia Otero of Brooklyn, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of hair care. About Dalia Otero Dalia Otero is the owner of Afro Latina Cosmetics... - December 02, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide
SI&A Confirms Alarming Trends in Distance Learning; Early Data on Chronic Absenteeism
The California Department of Education (CDE) reaches out to School Innovations & Achievement (SI&A) for an early analysis on chronic absenteeism. With over 10 years' experience in K-12 attendance management, SI&A is a leading provider of data trends and data analytics. SI&A's early data reveals attendance taking practices must be modified. - November 19, 2020 - School Innovations & Achievement
Financial Connection to Breast Cancer - All Women Financial Firm, Urban Wealth Management Assists Women
Researchers have connected the term "financial toxicity" to breast cancer. And while the energy of the woman diagnosed with breast cancer should be on healing and taking care of herself; life can spiral out of control and money is the root cause. Urban Wealth Management, an All Woman Financial Firm in Los Angeles is assisting women in getting their financial life in gear and focus on healing and living the life they desire and deserve. - October 30, 2020 - Urban Wealth Management
Vascular Care Leaders Applaud Rep. Ruben Gallego for Co-Sponsoring Bill to Address Health Inequities in Peripheral Artery Disease
The Amputation Reduction and Compassion (ARC) Act aims to prevent amputations by expanding Medicare and Medicaid coverage for PAD and establishing a PAD education program. - October 28, 2020 - CardioVascular Coalition
Vascular Care Leaders Applaud Rep. Donald Payne, Jr. for Introducing Bill to Address Health Inequities in Peripheral Artery Disease
The Amputation Reduction and Compassion (ARC) Act aims to prevent amputations by expanding Medicare and Medicaid coverage for PAD and establishing a PAD education program. - October 27, 2020 - CardioVascular Coalition
Antis Roofing Receives 2020 Leadership Award from Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Although not Hispanic-owned, the company is recognized for its commitment to Hispanic advancement and community involvement. Nearly 90% of the employees are of Hispanic descent. - October 26, 2020 - Antis Roofing and Waterproofing
New Self-Help Book Outlines a Fail-Proof Study Plan
"How To Beat A Rigged School System: 13 Steps to 100%," is a new book by author Nicolette Piaubert that lays out clear cut steps any student in any grade level can apply to do better in school. - October 23, 2020 - Gab-Nic Excelsior Nursing Tutoring Center
"Murder in the Woods" is Back in Theaters by Popular Demand to Celebrate the Halloween Season
Richard Roeper from the Chicago Sun-Times calls it “Darkly Funny”; Humberto Guida from LATV “A non-stop thrill ride that doesn’t let up” and Jim Hemphill from Filmmaker Magazine says “...a smart, funny and very effective horror movie that recalls classics of the genre but has a voice and style all its own.” - October 23, 2020 - REZINATE Entertainment, LLC
Artist Tumbleweed Announces New Controversial Music Video, Targeting Trump and His Gang
In association with dustblownrecords, Versace L.A. presents the song “Somebody Anybody,” a compelling anthem by artist Tumbleweed, which has evolved into a beautiful and thought-provoking music video that makes a statement by spotlighting America’s current turbulent times. The... - October 21, 2020 - Golden Calf Productions
Latina Business Owner Sidelined by Pandemic Receives Nationwide Recognition for Farmworker Caravans
Darlene Tenes, founder of CasaQ by Darlene, is being recognized by AARP®, Brawny® Paper Towels, Modern Latina and Latina Coalition for the inspiring work she has done in her community to benefit the country’s most essential workers. - October 17, 2020 - CasaQ
Young Professionals Network (YPN) of the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GPHCC) to Host Próximo Nivel Young Professional Conference Virtually
The conference provides professional development best practices that are culturally relevant while giving local companies the opportunity to recruit and connect with Latino talent. - October 17, 2020 - Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Technology Coast Partners Announces Partnership to Bring the Procore Platform to the Latin American Markets Through Their Joint Initiative: TCP for Construction
Technology Coast Partners (TCP) announced today a partnership with Procore, a leading provider of construction management software. Under the TCP for Construction division, the partnership will bring the Procore platform into Latin American markets for mid and large construction companies... - October 15, 2020 - Technology Coast Partners
CloudWave and Neptuno Partner to Deliver Cloud Services to Hospitals Utilizing the MEDITECH EMR/EHR in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean
CloudWave offers fully managed, HIPAA-compliant hosting of the MEDITECH Electronic Health Record and a wide range of other healthcare applications with the newly expanded OpSus Healthcare Cloud. - October 14, 2020 - CloudWave
Mountain View Advisors to Develop Digital Affordable Housing Underwriting Product to Expand Racial Equity in the Housing Market
Mountain View Advisors, LLC, a progressive “finnovation” consultancy in partnership with the Center for NYC Neighborhoods and Aegis, LLC, will develop a digital affordable housing underwriting platform to improve racial equity and expand home ownership with a grant received from the Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge sponsored by Enterprise Community Partners & Wells Fargo. - September 29, 2020 - Mountain View Advisors, LLC
Mexican Filmmaker, DACA/DREAMER, LGBTQ Gets Golden Globe Buzz
Announcement of film Your Iron Lady by Jorge Xolalpa Jr. Golden Globe consideration. - September 19, 2020 - Jorge Xolalpa Jr.
Concert Season is Back - and Dominican Superstar DaniLeigh is Breaking Boundaries Through MADDCity.Live
Social media sensation DaniLeigh is teaming up with live-stream service MADDCity.Live to take virtual concert experiences to new heights. - September 14, 2020 - MADDCity.Live
State of the Underdog Report Shows Upside for Investors but the Gap is Widening for Underestimated Entrepreneurs to Access Capital
The 2nd Annual State of the Underdog Report 2020 shows there is tremendous potential upside for investors if the barriers faced by underestimated entrepreneurs can be overcome. Underdogs include women, Blacks, Browns, Latinx, LGBTQ, older, differently-abled, non-Ivy League graduates and all others who have been conditioned to believe that entrepreneurial success is not possible for people like them. Promise Phelon, an underdog, highlights the upside for investors and opportunity for founders. - September 10, 2020 - The Growth Warrior
Highly Acclaimed Teen Entertainer JAC Carrera to Host a Young Performer Awards Ceremony in New York City
Escape 2 Productions and highly acclaimed teen entertainer, Jose Carrera (JAC) from Brooklyn, NY, have partner to create New York City’s first ever show showcasing young performers. With an amazing Advisory Board team, Joshua Packard, Grayson Thorne Kilpatrick, Jackie Almonte, Willie Pena, Anthony Notarile, Diante Jenkins, Joseph Guevara, Albania Matos, Julie Probst, Patrick M. Valley, Marlene Rhein and Jessica Adams, will be hosting and picking this years winners. - July 25, 2020 - Escape 2 Productions
New Book, "Bombshell in the Barrio" Reveals How Educators Defeated the FBI, DOJ, the Texas Education Agency, and El Paso's Oligarcy
This new book by Parrhesia Press examines the experience of five El Paso educators who refused to admit to crimes they didn't commit. It documents the terrorist tactics they endured from the FBI, DOJ, corrupt politicians, and a media that refused to question the authorities' side of the story, even as the case unraveled. Finally, it corrects the official narrative and demonstrates how their miraculous victory ultimately exposes the facts behind the fiction. - July 06, 2020 - Parrhesia Press
Amilcar Releases "At the Lounge" with a Unique Fresh Lounge Style
Franco-Venezuelan artist Amilcar releases the digital album, "At the Lounge" after a long hiatus from the music scene with an interesting fresh lounge style. Smoothly influenced by Bossa Nova, Electronica and 60’s grooves, this lounge album takes the listener to a fascinating trip of seductive sounds and lush rhythms. - July 02, 2020 - Amilcar
Sanguine Pro Esports Teams Earn Number One World Spot in Hi-Rez Studio Major Esports Titles, SMITE & Paladins
Sanguine Esports, a professional competitive gaming brand, has just finished 1st place in the spring split of the 2020 season in top Hi-Rez Studios Titles, SMITE & Paladins. Additionally, the Sanguine Paladins team was invited to the Paladins Summer Playoffs to compete against opposing teams from North America, Europe, & Brazil. Through adversity, the group of players won the grand finals of the tournament thus earning the title, best Paladins team in the world. - July 01, 2020 - Sanguine Esports
Bestselling Author’s New Book Explaining How to End Racism Will be Free June 16-18
In his latest release, Stephen Hawley Martin puts a finger on what he believes to be the root causes of racism and what must be done to end the scourge, and it won’t cost readers anything to find out. The Kindle edition is free to download from Amazon, June 16-18. - June 15, 2020 - The Oaklea Press
eMudhra Adds Soft & Net Solutions to Their Growing Partner Network in the Americas
eMudhra, a global digital enabler and a premier provider of AI based Analytics and Cybersecurity solutions for education, banking, insurance, and manufacturing sectors in the Americas, has successful signed up Soft & Net Solutions - an authorized Certifying Authority in Peru - as a partner. - May 31, 2020 - eMudhra Inc.
Orchestra FUEGO to Release 5th Studio Album
Orchestra FUEGO to release it's 5th studio album under Daville Entertainment. - May 20, 2020 - Daville Entertainment, LLC
Trump Immigration Ban 2020: Will It Help to Fight COVID-19?
Alena Shautsova, New York City Immigration lawyer, comments on the newly ordered Immigration ban prohibiting entry of certain immigrants into the United States. - April 25, 2020 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova
Get CVRD! Mask Making Coalition Rises Up to Cover Essential Farm Workers
Several established LA-based clothing companies have joined forces to make masks with the mission of sustaining local employees and protecting essential farmworkers. The coalition, called CVRD (Covered) Mask, is working with the United Farm Workers to distribute the donated masks. CVRD Mask's reusable face coverings are made with sustainable bio-based fabrics to reduce the amount of waste going into landfills. - April 22, 2020 - CVRD Mask
Upcoming Album Release: "Flamenco Sin Fronteras" Flamenco Guitarist, Antonio Rey
Available on March 27, 2020. - March 09, 2020 - El Cerrito Records
J.C. Restoration, Inc. Ranks on Crain’s 2019 List of Chicago’s Biggest Minority-Owned Businesses
J.C. Restoration, Inc. (JCR) has earned a spot on Crain’s 2019 list of Chicago’s biggest minority-owned businesses, ranking at number 20, based on 2018 revenue. Headquartered in Rolling Meadows, IL and a 100% Hispanic/Latino-owned company, J.C. Restoration employs over 100 people and... - March 05, 2020 - J.C. Restoration, Inc.