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Americans have been feeling pessimistic toward the U.S. economy thanks in part to a decrease in median household income since President Obama took office. In the first quarter of this year, the economy grew at just 0.5% annualized pace.

U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce President Javier Palomarez said on the FOX Business Network’s Cavuto: Coast-to-Coast despite the economic challenges that continue in a slow-growth environment, Hispanic businesses have found a way to be successful. READ MORE AT

Intel, SAP, Lyft, Spotify and VMware are just some of the 30 Silicon Valley based companies that have signed a "Tech Inclusion Pledge" as a promise that they will promote diversity in their workplaces going forward.

Two years ago, the civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson pointed out the lack of diversity in the tech companies operating out of Silicon Valley. He went so far as to press a number of companies to release their data regarding the number of African Americans, Hispanics and women emp

We all know networking is one of the essential ways to getting almost anywhere in life. Networking just involves talking to people (the right people) and getting your name out there. Ideally, getting people talking about you.

There are typically two types of people out there: the introverts and the extroverts. Introverts, being more self-secluded and more of observers, usually have a harder time putting themselves out there; not to say that they do not have a social life, but their social circle

As the U.S. Hispanic population continues to grow in size and influence, Acosta, a leading full-service sales and marketing agency in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, and Univision Communications Inc. (UCI), the leading media company serving Hispanic America, have released the 5th Edition of The Why? Behind The Buy™ U.S. Hispanic Shopper Study. This new research explores the buying patterns and behaviors of these highly experiential shoppers and provides insights CPG brands and retail

1. Strong Work Ethic

My father had two jobs in college, was in a band (saxophone) that played the weekends and was studying to keep a high GPA. My grandfather, an army veteran, started working when he was 10. They each always worked, respected their duty and always looked for more to do when they got home.

In the community, there is a level of gratitude for work that encourages a strong work ethic. Our families admire the full-time work we obtain that have nice offices with benefits! We are taug

Networking is nothing new, especially in today’s social media-focused world. It’s almost as if you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your home to build a relationship…almost.

Though apps and social media platforms have made it much easier to meet new people, find those with similar interests, and link tenacity with opportunity, real-life networking still has to happen. Top leaders do business with people they know and trust, and there’s no real way gain someone’s trust without personal int

Listen to uplifting stories of Latinas who participated in the Innovation Academy for Women of the Americas launched at the University of New Mexico, hosted by Cristina Baccin.

Funded through a grant from President Obama’s signature education initiative 100,000 Strong in the Americas, the Academy brings together undergraduate women from New Mexico and Mexico who are studying Science, Technology, Engineering & Math and Architecture (STEM+A), with a special focus on Indigenous women. READ MORE AT

In recent years Latino consumers have generated exceptional growth opportunities for the financial services industry. Because of projected above-average growth in the number of Latino consumers and an expanding base of middle- and higher-income Hispanic households, these patterns are likely to continue, according to market research firm Packaged Facts in the report Hispanics: Demographic and Consumer Spending Trends. READ MORE AT YAHOO! FINANCE

300 predominantly Hispanic boys and girls learn character-building skills at the NFL PLAY 60 Character Camp with the Chicago Bears

Lake Forest, IL, June 27, 2016 – The Chicago Bears hosted its fourth successful NFL PLAY 60 Character Camp in conjunction with the NFL and Hall of Fame offensive tackle Anthony Muñoz.

Designed to introduce youth to the sport of football and the value of teamwork, NFL PLAY 60 Character Camps bring together the NFL’s long-standing commitment to health and wellness by

It’s time to get out there!

As a budding entrepreneur, you surely have an idol in your industry. This is probably someone who has worked very hard to achieve their position and sits very comfortably with their success. Even the most wealthy and respected entrepreneurs started somewhere, however, and the majority started in the same position as you. One of the ways they managed to climb from beginner to professional is through networking. READ MORE AT THE AMERICAN GENIUS

Leveraging and harnessing different ideas, perspectives and experiences from a talented and capable workforce regardless of their organizational position and background drives effectiveness in organizations, argues Shaheen Akram, an organisational D&I consultant. Several more people have noted why diversity and inclusion matters to reach business objectives and be seen as a social responsible organization. READ MORE AT INFOQ

Hispanics are often noted for their heavy digital activity, mainly due to high smartphone engagement, but this characteristic isn’t as straightforward as it seems.

As explored in a new eMarketer report, “US Hispanics 2016: Who They Are, What They’re Doing on Digital and Ad Spending to Reach Them,” US Hispanics are actually a less-than-average digital bunch. eMarketer estimates 82.0% of the US population will access the internet regularly in 2016, but that figure will reach 76.5% for US Hispanics

Over 40 and looking for a career change?

It’s not easy, especially when you are competing against fresh graduates with the latest tech skills, abundant energy and willingness to work for less.

Chris Ball, chief executive at The Age and Employment Network, London, England, says, “You really do have to be ready for anything in job interviews — you can always encounter ageism.”

But, there are ways of crossing that hurdle. No challenge is insurmountable with the right attitude and skills. READ MORE

As the founder of the Adelante Movement and the former president of entertainment for Telemundo, Cuban-American Nely Galán, has traveled the country many times coaching Latinas through their entrepreneurial goals and challenges, and helping us kick-start our dreams. Her mantra? Choose Yourself.

Over the past year and a half, she’s compiled her wisdom into a new book, a website and an app.

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Show Kayla Rodriguez a jar of honey, and she will tell you it’s medicine.

Against the odds is one way to describe the young, Latina entrepreneur in the predominantly white, male-dominated, global biotech industry. Kayla Rodriguez, a 28-year old of Puerto Rican descent, co-founded SweetBio, a start-up biotech company that uses honey to heal the body.

Rodriguez started the Memphis-based company with her brother Isaac, 31, who holds a Ph.D. and is CEO and chief scientific officer. READ MORE AT URBA

While networking can occasionally seem daunting, it can help further your career. Event schedules are usually busy so it’s best to approach conferences with a plan and keep a few things in mind throughout.

1. Plan your meetings

Identify the people you’d like to meet before you arrive by looking through the speaker roster. Social media can also be a helpful tool to identify the influencers with whom you’d like to connect; look for the event hashtag and see who is leading the conversation online.

There are more than 800,000 Latina-owned businesses in the United States, and they represent the fastest-growing segment of small business owners. Yet many Latina business owners and would-be entrepreneurs are unaware of the many programs and services available to help them launch and successfully continue their business endeavors.

That is why the U.S. Small Business Administration and Latina media mogul and entrepreneur Nely Galán are joining forces and signing a first-ever agreement to help st

Hispanic American consumers account for $27.9 billion in registered new vehicle transactions, representing 11% of the total market, and annually, the Hispanic population in the United States grows by about one million people.

That’s according to Viant, a Time Inc. technology company, which commissioned Millward Brown Digital to survey 1,027 respondents for its 2016 Hispanic American Auto Buyers Report.

The survey was available in both English and Spanish and invited respondents to self-identify

Redd’s Gives Away $25 Gift Cards to Chicago-area Teachers

WHAT:  To celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of summer, Redd’s Apple Ale will give away free $25 gift cards to Chicago-area teachers.

Teachers with a valid school ID can visit the Redd’s team at the select locations listed below on June 21^st and June 23^rd to pick up their $25 Redd’s Teacher Appreciation gift card. Gift cards are limited to one per person, while supplies last, and must be collected within the designated

Todos escuchamos que hay que hacer networking porque es algo bueno. Las redes de contactos que vamos formando a lo largo de la vida pasan a ser uno de nuestros activos más valiosos. Todos necesitamos de los demás: inversores, clientes, usuarios, mentores, proveedores, etc.. Qué mejor que recurrir a nuestros propios contactos ?

A los que estamos en el mundo empresarial o profesional, nos llegan invitaciones para eventos de networking todo el tiempo.

La realidad nos muestra que hay gente que natur