As 2025 draws to a close, we at HispanicPro pause with gratitude to reflect on another year of meaningful growth, powerful connections, and shared progress across our national Hispanic professional community.
For more than 17 years, HispanicPro has remained committed to its core mission: promoting business networking, career advancement, and employment opportunities for Hispanic and diverse professionals. Through both digital and in-person experiences, HispanicPro continues to serve as a trus
Christmas across Latin America is less a single day and more a full season—one that blends Catholic traditions, Indigenous and African influences, local flavors, and a strong emphasis on family and community. While each country has its own signature customs, many households share the same rhythm: festive gatherings build through December, peak on Christmas Eve (Nochebuena), and often continue into early January.
Below is a guide to some of the most beloved Latin American Christmas traditions—
As the year comes to a close, many professionals begin reflecting on what they want their careers, businesses, and networks to look like in the year ahead. While planning and goal-setting are important, one of the most powerful ways to position yourself for success in 2026 is by showing up—intentionally—in the right rooms.
This holiday season, two standout events in Chicago offer unique and complementary opportunities to expand your network, strengthen community ties, and start the new year wit
As 2025 winds down, the job market feels complicated. Open roles exist, but hiring is slower, workers are fatigued from years of disruption, and AI is reshaping job descriptions faster than most professionals can update their résumés. Recent labor data shows U.S. job openings remain in the millions even as hiring and the quit rate have cooled, signaling a more cautious and competitive market for talent. At the same time, career platforms describe the mood of the job market with words like “fa
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness—but for many people, it’s also one of the most stressful times of the year. Between financial pressures, social obligations, family dynamics, and year-end work deadlines, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed instead of uplifted.
The good news: with a few practical strategies, you can navigate the season with more calm, intention, and even genuine enjoyment. Here are evidence-informed tips for managing holiday stress.
As the holiday season approaches, cybercriminals are gearing up for their busiest time of year. With online shopping, travel bookings, charitable donations, and year-end corporate activity all surging between November and January, scammers know that both individuals and businesses are more distracted—and more vulnerable.
The spike in fraudulent activity is significant. Federal agencies have reported sharp increases in phishing attempts, online purchase scams, and business email compromise (BEC)
The holiday season is known for celebration, reflection, and connection — but for ambitious professionals, it’s also one of the most strategic times of the year to build relationships. While many people are slowing down, the most successful leaders are intentionally showing up, strengthening their networks, and positioning themselves for new opportunities in the year ahead.
Holiday networking isn’t just about attending events; it’s about entering the new year with momentum, visibility, and a br
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As the holiday season approaches, many professionals naturally wind down. Calendars loosen, inboxes get a little lighter, and colleagues begin shifting attention toward family and festivities. While it’s easy to assume that business opportunities pause during this time, the opposite is often true: the holiday season is one of the most strategic windows for building relationships that pay dividends in the new year.
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As the holiday season approaches, U.S. Hispanic consumers continue to play a growing and influential role in retail. Their shopping intentions and evolving preferences offer valuable insights for brands and retailers.
Below are key trends shaping how Hispanic Americans are expected to shop this season.
Many Hispanic consumers say they expect to spend more this year than last—not only due to higher prices, but because they inten
As the holidays approach, professionals often think of wrapping up projects, attending festive events, and preparing for the new year. But there’s another powerful opportunity that too many overlook — using the holiday networking season to elevate your personal brand.
Whether you’re pursuing new career goals, seeking clients, or positioning yourself as a thought leader, how you show up and communicate your value during this time can shape your professional trajectory heading into 2026.
Even if you avoid networking all year, it’s inevitable during the holiday season that you will find yourself at a networking event – your company party, your kids’ school events, the year-end celebration for a professional group you’re involved with. Networking this time of year is also beneficial as people tend to be more festive and therefore friendlier, and even companies are likely to be more receptive as they shift their focus to needs and goals for next year. READ MORE AT FORBES
