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Business, Diversity

Business study reveals Latino entrepreneurs have more good intentions than business savviness

Aug 10, 2011, 10:45 PM 0

LatinaLista — This week, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) released their “Business Owner Financial Wellness Study“. It’s a report that specifically focuses on multicultural business owners’ “dreams, opinions and overall financial health.” The study reveals a profile of…

Business, Local News, West, Women

Mariluz Gonzalez — a Latina enterprise all by herself

Jul 29, 2011, 6:45 PM 0

By Mariana Llamas-Cendon Amigos805.com SANTA BARBARA, CA — Alternative music lover, current PR entrepreneur, former successful PR executive for the music industry, passionate radio DJ, “punk” at heart and funky shoes collector — Mariluz Gonzalez is an ascending professional…

Business, Economy, Immigration

Chamber leader says state immigration law jumble harms business

Jul 22, 2011, 10:48 PM 0

By Cristina Rayas Cronkite News Service WASHINGTON – A Phoenix business leader warned Tuesday (July 19, 2011) that businesses will continue to suffer from the jumbled approach to immigration issues by states, unless the federal government steps in. “Down…

Business, Causes, Global Views, Money

Spotlight Nonprofit: Microfinance loans pair borrowers and donors in partnership to escape poverty

Jul 8, 2011, 9:19 PM 0

LatinaLista — The practice of microfinance — loaning low-income entrepreneurs small loans to start or help their businesses along — is not a new concept. In fact, it’s been around, with a lot of success, for several years. Microfinance…

Business, Culture, Local News, Washington DC, Women

New accessory line for women inspired by Latin America

Jun 23, 2011, 10:34 PM 0

El Tiempo Hispano DELAWARE — Roxanna is a Venezuelan visual communicator that has lived in Delaware for the past five years working in the design of printed material and web pages. In these past two years she had the…

American Dreams, Business, Culture, Economy

Once blamed for the housing bust, Latinos now looked at saving housing industry

Jun 22, 2011, 1:06 AM 0

LatinaLista — It’s rather ironic that Latinos, who were blamed for the nation’s housing bust, are now being heralded as the ones who will save the industry from its demise. A new report State of Hispanic Homeownership by the…

Business, Money, Women

Latina director of equal rights organization speaks out on Supreme Court’s Wal-Mart decision

Jun 21, 2011, 1:12 AM 0

LatinaLista — The day of reckoning arrived today for the 1.5 million women who were included in a class action lawsuit suing Wal-Mart over sex discrimination charges regarding equal pay and job promotions. The Supreme Court rendered a decision…

Business, Economy, Environment, Health, Human Rights, Palabra Final, Politics

United Farm Workers asks nation to sign petition supporting Fair Treatment for Farm Workers Act

Jun 13, 2011, 10:45 PM 0

LatinaLista — One of the least contentious elements being proposed as part of a larger immigration reform package has to do with creating a guest worker program to serve the agricultural industry. The reasoning is that such a program…

Business, Economy, Money, Palabra Final

Low-wage job growth bad thing for Latinos and the nation

Jun 2, 2011, 12:30 AM 0

LatinaLista — When it comes to the low-skilled labor market, it’s been immigrant and minority workers who have served as the backbone in those industries. Yet, there was a time when a low-wage job was considered to be a…

Business, Economy, Local News, Midwest, Women

Latina entrepreneurs help themselves and others

May 19, 2011, 2:02 AM 0

by Elías Cepeda | trad. Victor Flores Extra News CHICAGO — Tanya Diaz, a working mother of three and supportive wife, knew all the excuses for not exercising throughout a busy week. “I used them all,” she says. “I’d…

Business, Economy, Education, Guest Voz, Technology

Guest Voz: In this digital economy, Latinos have the most to lose

May 13, 2011, 8:15 PM 0

By Jason A. Llorenz LatinaLista Today’s economy has become so intertwined with the internet and computers that it stands to reason that anyone who isn’t comfortable navigating cyberspace or has the skills to operate a computer and run various…

Business, Government, Immigration, Palabra Final

Obama-chosen “stakeholders” in immigration meeting do little to boost Latino confidence in White House

Apr 21, 2011, 12:17 AM 0

LatinaLista — The White House released an announcement today that they have begun the dialogue on fixing our broken immigration system — again. This time, without any prior announcement, the White House convened a meeting for today with 30…

Business, Economy, Money, Women

A day to remember that Latinas and other women still don’t receive equal pay

Apr 13, 2011, 1:24 AM 0

LatinaLista — It is no exaggeration to say that women are the backbone of this country. According to the U.S. Census, there are more women in the United States than men — 157.2 million vs. 153.2 million men; more…

Business, General, Palabra Final, Politics, Social Justice

A maturing Latino electorate is forming coalitions and gaining allies outside political parties

Mar 29, 2011, 8:41 PM 0

LatinaLista — Given the fact that the U.S. Census now confirms that the Latino population stands at 50.5 million, having grown 43 percent between 2000 and 2010, it’s odd that the GOP leadership is still trying to figure out…

Business, Midwest, Women

Latina entrepreneurs put a unique twist in cupcakes

Mar 29, 2011, 2:03 AM 0

By Silvana Tabares Extra News CHICAGO — Horchata, churro, arroz con leche and abuelita chocolate are food items typically found in a Mexican supermarket or sold by a street vendor but now consumers can enjoy these flavors and among…

Books, Business, Economy, Global Views, Review'nReceive

Globalization and the Paso del Norte Region

Mar 29, 2011, 1:12 AM 0

By Sarah Dahlen LatinaLista Ciudad Juarez has become an unfortunate symbol of all that is wrong at the U.S./Mexico border: violence, poverty, exploitation, lawlessness. With an average homicide rate of 200 people per month in recent years, this reputation…

American Dreams, Business, General

Latino baby boomer entrepreneurs sought as nominees for special social purpose prize

Feb 10, 2011, 6:23 PM 0

LatinaLista — In these economic times, the thought of retirement for many Baby Boomers is as much an impossibility as being in their twenties again. Most people older than 60 are resigned to the fact of working until they…

Business, General, Online

New group buying site targets Latinos looking for a deal

Feb 3, 2011, 6:34 PM 0

LatinaLista — Who doesn’t like a discount? In these economic times, everyone is looking for a good deal. It’s no wonder that Groupon has done so “billionly” well. However, most Latinos were raised looking for good deals, especially when…

Business, Children, Education, Nonprofit

Spotlight Non-profit: Acts of community service by youth are no random matters

Jan 28, 2011, 6:40 PM 0

LatinaLista.net — It’s never too soon for children to learn that they can make a difference in the world. In fact, it’s the mission behind a unique organization with the tagline: Turning Service Projects into Opportunities to Empower Youth…

Business, General, Women

Latina Lista named “Groundbreaking Latina Blogger of the Year” by Catalina Magazine

Jan 27, 2011, 6:44 PM 0

LatinaLista.net — Today, CATALINA Magazine and the National Association of Latina Leaders, announced the recipients of the 9th Annual CATALINA “Groundbreaking Latina” Award. From the headline, you see that Latina Lista was honored with this distinguished award. One of…

Business, Money, Southwest

Less than half of Hispanic business owners have financial plan in place

Jan 4, 2011, 11:47 AM 0

By Angela Covo La Prensa de San Antonio SAN ANTONIO — According to a San Antonio survey about financial planning, less than half of Hispanic business owners have a finan- cial plan in place. Experts say that could spell…

Business, Global Views, Online, Social Justice, Women

New site promotes global crowd funding for Mexican businesses that preserve cultural heritage

Dec 27, 2010, 1:54 PM 0

LatinaLista — Over the last ten years, microlending — ordinary people donating small amounts to struggling entrepreneurs in other countries — has taken off, especially because of the Internet. Microlending organizations like KIVA or the Chiapas Project have utilized…

Business, Money, Online, Social Justice

New site creates national movement using social media to connect donors with those in need

Dec 1, 2010, 1:47 PM 0

LatinaLista — The official countdown to Christmas is underway! For some, or most, it’s the official countdown to holiday debt. But not all gifts have to cost money. Sometimes, it’s just the act of re-gifting that can prove more…

American Dreams, Business, Women

Keeping challenges in perspective leads one Latina to unforeseen success

Oct 28, 2010, 10:45 AM 0

By NHLI Staff LatinaLista A highly involved, recognized and versatile leader, blogger and attorney, Aurelia Flores’ story is truly inspiring to young Latinas and women nationwide. Becoming pregnant at 15 didn’t slow Aurelia Flores down or shatter her dreams….

Business, Economy, Women

New Latina Shopper Study reveals highest preference is for shopping online

Oct 26, 2010, 10:30 AM 0

LatinaLista — Recession or no recession, when it comes to shopping try keeping a Latina at home. The Latina shopper is a force to be reckoned with — ask any poor man who wasn’t smart enough to get out…

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