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INCA KOLA FLYAWAY SWEEPSTAKES CALIBASH 2015 ANNOUNCES WINNER - Powered by LaMusica
INCA KOLA brand a trademark of The Coca Cola Company announced Melissa Mercado, the winner of the INCA KOLA FLYAWAY SWEEPSTAKES CALIBASH 2015. Melissa Mercado, a Bronx, NY Native and INCA KOLA Corporate Executives will be joining the celebration together at the INCA KOLA FLYAWAY SWEEPSTAKES CALIBASH 2015 Concert which will provide great entertainment to Latin Urban music fans and the opportunity to sample INCA KOLA at the CALIBASH 2015 Festival. - January 18, 2015 - Continental Food and Beverage Inc.
Author Tackles the I-601A Immigration Waiver Topic
“Visiting Juarez to handle an I-601A immigration waiver is a stressful process. We watched numerous people turned away due to not having necessary documents.I decided to write a book that provided valuable information for those involved in the I-601A immigration waiver process,” author Diana Loera stated. - January 05, 2015 - Loera Publishing LLC
Attorney Zulu Ali Files Grievance with D.H.S. Office for Civil Rights Alleging Unlawful Deportations by Immigration Officials
A California immigration attorney files grievance and alleges that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (I.C.E.) removal procedures has resulted in systematically removing immigrants in deportations proceedings with judicial stays. Removing an immigrant with a judicial stay of removal is a violation... - December 29, 2014 - Law Office of Zulu Ali
College Track Announces Commitment to Expand College Access and Completion at White House Event
College Track CEO, Elissa Salas and Senior Advisor, David Silver joined President Obama, the First Lady, and Vice President Biden along with hundreds of college presidents and other leaders in higher education at the second White House College Opportunity Day of Action. Organizations announced over... - December 09, 2014 - College Track
The Violent Birth of the Americas is Told in a New Historical Novel, The Golden Chalice of Hunahpú, by William Vlach
The Golden Chalice of Hunahpú: A Novel of the Spanish Attack on the Maya Full Court Press, 2014 - November 11, 2014 - William Vlach
elements® Fitness Opens First Las Vegas Facility
Miami Beach based elements® fitness has opened it's most recent outpost in Las Vegas, Nevada. The popular fitness and lifestyle brand, designed for women, plans to deliver a mix of fitness, spa, and lifestyle services to service a growing demand for expanded niche fitness offerings in the market. - October 10, 2014 - elements®
BalanceDiet Announces the BalanceDiet Institute in Miami
The BalanceDiet Company has announced the establishment of the BalanceDiet institute in Key Biscayne, a multi-disciplinary lifestyle and research facility, serving as a research and training center for its fast-growing nutrition and weight loss brand. - October 06, 2014 - elements®
Cáserez Reveals Its Spring/Summer 2015 Collection, "To Pablo;" a Mix of Art and Science
Made-to-order, one-of-a-kind designs are produced with the latest technology available to the fashion industry. - September 29, 2014 - Caserez
Latino Business Ownership Can Actually Lead in the Redirection of This Uncertain Economy
Latino Business Ownership Can Actually Lead in the Redirection of this Uncertain Economy - In The Leadership Shift: The Strategic Positioning of Latino Business Leaders book event Dr. Nilda Perez will discuss how the shift is repositioning Latino business owners in the forefront of change. She details the importance of understanding trends can have an impact on today's Latino business leader. - September 17, 2014 - Foresight Strategies Group
Global4PL Announces Major Global Supply Chain Agreement with Meru Networks
Global4PL Supply Chain Services, an industry leading supply chain consulting and transportation management company, announced that Meru Networks® (NASDAQ:MERU), a leader in intelligent Wi-Fi networking, has selected Global4PL to provide supply chain, importer/exporter of record, RMA depot and... - September 05, 2014 - Global4PL
Voto Latino Statement on Police Shooting of Michael Brown
This tragedy reminds us of the need for our communities to make their voices heard. - August 22, 2014 - Voto Latino
Drug-Free South Says, “Say No to Drugs”
The Drug-Free South community organization will reach out to the Hispanic Community at the upcoming El Protector Festival. - August 21, 2014 - Drug Free South
English for Everyone Now
Practice English online from your desk. Affordable, small classes to help people master English skills they need for a better life. - August 14, 2014 - ESL Helpers
Robert Renteria, Chicago Community, Counter Violence with a Walk for Peace
Women's Federation for World Peace, Crime Stoppers, Rainbow Push Coalition, NAACP, Cease Fire, Rotary of Chicago, PTA of Illinois, Chicago Public Schools among groups participating. - August 08, 2014 - eMediaCampaigns!
Tally Fiesta 2014 / Celebrating Hispanic Heritage
Tally Fiesta's mission is to first, educate North Florida over the Hispanic/Latino culture that exists by bringing everyone together & to celebrate the best way we know how “fiesta-style” with live music, dancers, commerce & food. Second, generate funds to provide the Hispanic community with scholarships/monetary support. Tally Fiesta hopes you can be a part of the celebration at this year’s event. - August 08, 2014 - Tally Fiesta, Inc
Financial Resiliency Foundation & Si Puedes Launch Bilingual Lifeonaire Financial Literacy Summer Camp for Students
Students from the Si Puedes Program are learning how to manage their money and increase their financial capability through an innovative weeklong Lifeonaire financial literacy summer camp held at the Madison Public Library at 222 Park Street. Throughout the weeklong Lifeonaire financial literacy... - July 30, 2014 - Financial Resiliency Foundation
"Underwater Dreams" and Voto Latino Team Up to Promote the VL Innovators Challenge in Collaboration with the MacArthur Foundation, MSNBC and AMC Theaters
The Competition Re-Grants up to $500,000 for Community Tech Projects. - July 24, 2014 - Voto Latino
Chicago Will be a Stop for a First Class Cuban Orchestra
Alexander Abreu and Havana D' Primera Show in Chicago Announced! August 8th at Logan Square Auditorium; Tickets on Sale Today! Caramelo Entertainment presents Caramelo Timba Party with Cuba's most popular band. - July 23, 2014 - Caramelo Entertainment
Lucky Dog Hot Sauce Launches Kickstarter Campaign
Self-funded start-up Lucky Dog Hot Sauce releases their new Día del Perro sauce exclusively through Kickstarter! - June 17, 2014 - Lucky Dog Hot Sauce
Jose F. Niño to Serve as Master of Ceremonies at Boy Scouts' Champions of Character Dinner on June 18th in Washington, DC
Jose F. Niño, VP Strategic Relationships, Microtech, will serve as master of ceremonies at the Champions of Character Dinner on June 18th, in downtown Washington, D.C. Mr. Niño serves on the National Executive Committee for the Boy Scouts of America and was a founding member, President/CEO of the US Hispanic Chambers of Commerce (USHCC). Honorees are, Dr. Jorge Ribas, Susan Au Allen, Senator Mike Enzi (R-WY), Angela Franco and Michael Melton. - June 15, 2014 - Washington, DC District, National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America
New Book Reveals 100 Future Presidents
Professional photographer Matthew Jordan Smith has embarked on a nationwide quest—one that has challenged children from all walks of life and from every state to reflect upon their future and the future of their country. Smith accomplishes this feat by asking children a single question: What would you do if you were President of the United States of America? This question, along with the many answers and images it evokes, forms the heart of Smith's newest book, "Future American President." - June 12, 2014 - Matthew Jordan Smith Photography
Dr. Jorge Ribas to be Honored with Vale la Pena! Service Award
The National Capital Area Council (NCAC), Boy Scouts of America (BSA) will honor Dr. Jorge Ribas, President & CEO of the Mid-Atlantic Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Inc. with the Vale la Pena! Service Award at the 2014 Champions of Character Dinner on June 18, 2014. This award is to recognize Dr. - June 09, 2014 - Washington, DC District, National Capital Area Council, Boy Scouts of America
2014 Silicon Valley Music Festival - A Festival of Folk: From the Streets to the Stage
Silicon Valley Music Festival returns with world-renowned talent in their 3rd season, A Festival of Folk: From the Streets to the Stage, June 22-28, 2014. - June 06, 2014 - Silicon Valley Music Festival
Dr. Clayton Lawrence Honored by the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
The Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce announced Dr. Lawrence as one of the honorees for its 38th Annual awards gala. - May 29, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Award-Winning Mexican Actress & TV Star Bianca Marroquin Releases Debut Solo Album
"El Mundo Era Mio" launches Tuesday, May 13, on Young Pals Records International, with 5 co-writes from the beloved singer, songwriter, dancer & actress. - May 07, 2014 - Young Pals Music
A "Thank You" from Reviva Labs to Personnel for U.S. Service
A “Thank You” for her service to our Country is received by Stefani Cruz (center), a second generation staffer at Reviva Labs, Haddonfield, N.J., manufacturers of all-natural skin care products. Cruz is starting a leave of absence from Reviva having been called up by her U.S. Army... - April 30, 2014 - Reviva Labs
Empower and Uplift Your Child Dr. Vasquez’s Chapter Books Encourage Healthy Self-Identity in Your Child
An integral part of building self-esteem is embedding deep-seated empowerment within our children. Diversity awareness is another key factor that teaches our children how to respect similarities and differences of others. By doing so, perhaps we can decrease the devastating statistics of bullying behaviors in our nation’s schools and communities. - April 07, 2014 - Books That Sow: Strength, Character & Diversity, DBA
Civic Leader Robert Renteria Challenges Schools and Politicians to Revisit "Best Practices"
eMediaCampaigns! author offers alternative for Chicago's K-12 Best Practices. - March 25, 2014 - eMediaCampaigns!
Columbian-Born Zumba Teacher Dennis Guzman to Appear on Mundo Fox TV: "I Want to be Where the Dance Is"
On Mon., March 24 at 8 a.m., viewers tuning in to watch L.A. Zumba instructor Dennis Guzman perform Zumba sentao on the Mundo Fox community news show, "Viva" (Channel 22), will be watching this Columbian-born American fulfill his passion to celebrate the music and dance of his culture. - March 22, 2014 - Dennis G Fitness
EPMG Introduces Mamá y Familia, a New Parenting and Lifestyle Website for Hispanic Families
Premier Spanish-Language Content Channel Integrated Across Largest Hispanic Newspaper Publisher Group. - February 22, 2014 - EPMG
BRC Global Standards Launches Whistle Blower Service
BRC Global Standards has announced the availability of a 24/7 telephone hotline – TELL BRC – offering a confidential reporting service hotline for employees, suppliers, clients and other stakeholders to report concerns they may have about wrongdoing in a manufacturing site that is... - February 20, 2014 - BRC Global Standards
NAMWOLF’s Comment on the "Policy Statement Establishing Joint Standards for Assessing the Diversity Policies & Practices of Entities Regulated by the Agencies"
The following is NAMWOLF's Commentary on the "Policy Statement Establishing Joint Standards for Assessing the Diversity Policies & Practices of Entities Regulated by the Agencies": "The 'Policy Statement Establishing Joint Standards for Assessing the Diversity Policies &... - January 23, 2014 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Nevada DMV and NITA Collaborate in the Translation of Driver’s Handbook
Association of professional translators helps State of Nevada achieve goal of language access through pro bono translation work. - January 16, 2014 - Nevada Interpreters and Translators Association
"The Latin Road Home: Savoring the Foods of Ecuador, Spain, Cuba, Mexico and Peru" by Jose Garces Comes to Digital
Beautiful, best-selling cookbook receives innovative ebook transformation and distribution to all major retailers. - December 17, 2013 - Vook
eMediaCampaigns, Justice and Peace Organization, Announce Collaborative Partnership
Under the agreement, eMediaCampaigns! will provide media packages for mothers of slain youths and Chicago community leaders beginning in winter, 2013. - December 14, 2013 - eMediaCampaigns!
Actress & Top Latina Blogger Laura Termini Hosted #GreenHoliday Mixer in NYC
The Beautiful and Talented Venezuelan Actress and Influential Latina Blogger behind Chica Natural Organica y Latina, Laura Termini, hosts a #GreenHoliday Mixer in New York City’s Lower East Side. - December 14, 2013 - Azúcar Communications
Parole in Place Help for Military Families: New Immigration Policy
Law Office of Alena Shautsova, a New York Immigration law firm located in Brooklyn is assisting families of U.S. Military members with the parole in place applications. - November 20, 2013 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova
One World School Announces New Partnership with INTEL and Global Grid for Learning (EduTone)
The One World School LLC of East Moline, IL is thrilled to announce a new partnership with INTEL and Global Grid for Learning (EduTone), beginning October 10, 2013. INTEL has chosen the One World School to be one of its content providers of online courses for their new Education Portal, opening to... - November 08, 2013 - One World School
CAMINTEL Touch2Vote™ Mobile NFC Campaign Solution Will Help Reyes Campaign Team Reach Out to Voters in Austin, TX
Aspiring politician Rico Reyes is partnering with start-up CAMINTEL in his bid for election to the Texas state legislature. Mr. Reyes' team will deploy the CAMINTEL Touch2Vote™ mobile campaign solution to connect with younger voters forming an influential minority among the diverse population of Austin's House District 50. Touch2Vote™ is an important component of CAMINTEL's "engagement marketing" platform, which leverages the power of smartphones to extend the reach of conventional marketing. - October 09, 2013 - CAMINTEL
CAMINTEL Going Strong After Attaining Semi-Finals in Miller Lite Business Competition, Eyes "Shark Tank" Tie-in
Start-up CAMINTEL has reached the semi-finals of the prestigious Miller Lite "Tap The Future" business competition with a blazing business plan setting out its goals – and may yet go all the way. - October 09, 2013 - CAMINTEL
Chilean English-Language Media Group Recognises Canadian Author
Chile's largest English language online and print news service reviews Andrea Carter's Chilean-based novels. The news portal states that Chile continues to inspire her to write novels set in their country even after she returns to Canada. - October 04, 2013 - Andrea Carter
Latino Author Don Daniel Ortiz Releases New Book "How to Achieve the American Dream Without Losing Your Latin Soul"
New Self-Help Book for Latinos Reveals How to Achieve the American Dream. - October 02, 2013 - Don Daniel Ortiz
2nd Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration: Spotlight on Mega Million Dollar Diversity & Procurement Program Champions
Ricoh USA, the New York State Coalition Of Hispanic Chambers Of Commerce (NYSCHCC) and the New York State Latino Restaurant Association (NYSLRA) come together on Wednesday September 25, 2013 to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month as well as give thanks to diversity and procurement programs and... - September 25, 2013 - New York State Latino Restaurant Association
Javier Rodríguez Borgio and Big Bola Foundation Helping Guerrero, Mexico Victims
Javier Rodríguez Borgio (Mexican Movie Producer) and his foundation have started a collection campaign to send help to victims at Guerrero, Mexico. - September 23, 2013 - Big Bola Foundation
The Language School Publishes English Book for Native Spanish Speakers
The Language School has published a new book that teaches native Spanish speakers how to speak English and assimilate into the culture of the United States. - September 18, 2013 - The Language School
Aesthetic Videosource Presents Tecnicas De Equipos Faciales (Facial Equipment Techniques)
In this instructional aesthetician training video, Rita Page, an award-winning CIDESCO diplomat, successfully navigates through the confusing world of facial equipment in this jam-packed aesthetic training DVD. Dubbed in Spanish (en espanol). - August 24, 2013 - Aesthetic VideoSource
Global4PL Announces Major Global Supply Chain Contract Proving Importer of Record / Exporter of Record (IOR-EOR) Services
Global4PL Supply Chain Services, an industry leading supply chain consulting and global trade management company, announced today that an undisclosed Hi-Tech Fortune 500 company has selected Global4PL to provide Importer/Exporter of Record and RMA depot services in Latin America and Asia, including... - July 19, 2013 - Global4PL
CAMINTEL "Engagement Marketing" Technology Scores a Hit for Post Foods at Miami Music Show
NYC-based start-up CAMINTEL has partnered with Post Foods in the successful deployment of "engagement marketing" techniques in the run-up to a concert in Miami. Engagement marketing is an emerging discipline which extends the reach of conventional marketing via smartphones, personal computers, social media, and so-called "smart media." At the Miami event, CAMINTEL’s NFC technology enabled Post Foods to connect with its customers in novel and creative ways. - July 15, 2013 - CAMINTEL
Graffiti Art Legend Chaz Bojorquez Releases Highly Anticipated Website on the Week of Independence Day
The undergound is buzzing with excitement right now. Original and iconic graffiti legend, Chaz Bojorquez has spent the last nine months with his team of diverse artists and tech savvy experts in perfecting an interactive and innovative website designed to flow all of his works, past and present to... - July 03, 2013 - Dave Tourje Studios
Latino Pop-Star Cristian Castro Attached to Indie Film "Deliverance"
Independent USC graduate filmmakers attach Latino Pop-star Cristian Castro to the film “Deliverance,” making it his big screen debut. The film “Deliverance” is a dramatic thriller based on the powerful true story of a domestic violence survivor. The film is intended to inspire change about this pandemic social issue through beautiful story telling. - June 20, 2013 - Deliverance, LLC