Hispanic & Latino News
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Official Grand Open Date Announced for Hispania
The Hispania team have released the much-anticipated Grand Opening schedule for the newest restaurant — a Mexican Fusion fine dining experience — to open in Downtown Delafield. Hispania will be opening to the public on Friday, June 21st at 601 Genesee Street in Delafield. In addition... - June 10, 2013 - Hispania
Yamila and Yalil Guerra Orchestra Pay Tribute to the Hispanic Community with the Album "Latino Pride"
RYCY Productions announces the release of the album "Latino Pride," from siblings Yamila and Yalil Guerra, who pay tribute to the Hispanic community with originals and covers of the Latin American musical repertoire. "Latino Pride" features songs from world famous composers such as the Brazilians Roberto Carlos and Antonio Carlos Jobim, the British singer Amy Winehouse, Puerto Rican Bobby Capo and Cubans César Portillo de la Luz, Maria Teresa Vera, Eugene and Yalil Guerra. - June 05, 2013 - RYCY Productions Inc.
American Dream – Latin Souls Shares the “Untold Story” of Latino Entrepreneurial Success
TVC + Latino announces new talk show featuring author and “America’s #1 Latino Success Coach” Don Daniel Ortiz - May 25, 2013 - Don Daniel Ortiz
Elizabeth Rebozo's New Album "Rosa Frívola" Out on May 6th, 2013
Grammy Winner Composer and Producer Yalil Guerra Presents Pianist Elizabeth Rebozo's Third Album "Rosa Frivola." New Recording Available from RYCY Productions Inc. on May 6th, 2013. - May 08, 2013 - RYCY Productions Inc.
Jose Pepper's Celebrates 25 Years of Business
Jose Pepper's Celebrates 25 years in business as Kansas City's favorite Tex-Mex restaurant. - April 23, 2013 - Jose Pepper's
Immigration Attorney Alena Shautsova Discusses Pros and Cons of Announced Immigration Reform
New York Immigration lawyer Alena Shautsova shares news about the upcoming Immigration law changes. - April 20, 2013 - Law Office of Alena Shautsova
Soccer Has Become the Largest Youth Sport in the United States: How Companies Are Capitalizing on This Growing Trend
More youth are playing soccer than any other sport. American companies are fighting for market share in a landscape dominated by large European companies. Insights from a marketing director that is on the front lines. - March 14, 2013 - Rukket Sports
Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association to Host NASA Astronaut Jose M, Hernandez in Miami
Hernández will speak at LISTA's National Emerging Technology Leadership Summit scheduled for Monday and Tuesday March 4th and 5th, 2013. - March 01, 2013 - LISTA
Two Boys Launch Entrepreneurial Start-Up, Then Invited to DJ Their High School Turnabout
Entrepreneurial drive comes naturally for two high school boys in Chicago who launched a start-up DJ business a year ago. One of them is a first-generation Mexican with a 4.0 GPA who takes honors Calculus and Physics. He is going to college to be a Doctor. The boys built their company from scratch, bought their own equipment, and have engagements every week. The business is cash-flow positive and the boys are saving their profits for college. - February 28, 2013 - Health Potion
Leeeping Frog Productions (LFP) Presents "It's Funny, Im Just Saying" (IFIJS) Sketch Comedy Web Series
IFIJS is a silly, sassy, sexy, sketch comedy web series spoofing on humanity at its best, its worse and a lot of the stuff in between. - January 11, 2013 - Leeeping Frog Productions
New Hispanic Marketing Newsletter Launched
The Biweekly Newsletter of the Hispanic Marketing Library is a complimentary, well-referenced digest of recent Web posts important to marketers targeting the U.S. Latinos. - December 11, 2012 - Hispanic Marketing Library
Tidwell Swaim & Associates, Oldest Immigration Law Firm in Texas, Seeks to Help Those in the Immigration Process
Those in the midst of the immigration process may need legal assistance. Tidwell Swaim & Associates can help – they are the oldest immigration law firm in Texas, helping over 35,000 clients in their 35 years of operation. They are committed to offering the highest standard of client service in all areas of immigration law. - December 10, 2012 - Tidwell Swaim
Joseph Gomez Premieres His New Catchy Single "Stay with Me" on VEVO
Joseph Gomez, aka JoeGo, brings a fresh pop-R&B act with catchy tunes and fire tracks from his debut album that are the results of working some of the hottest producers on the net. Joe continues to prove that with passion and determination you can believe in your dreams. - December 04, 2012 - Joseph Gomez
Stars, Stripes, & Salsa! Benefit Concert Captures Memories and Marks Historical Moment for Latino Hispanic Service Men and Women
Stars, Stripes, & Hearts, Inc., held it’s first Stars, Stripes, & Salsa! benefit concert at the historic Warner Theater in Washington, D.C. on the last day of Hispanic Heritage month, October 15. The evening was filled with celebration of Latino culture and recognized Latino... - November 28, 2012 - SCI Consulting Services
CobraHead LLC and Green Bay Drop Forge Keep Garden Tool Manufacturing in Wisconsin
Bucking the trend of shifting manufacturing overseas, the partnership between CobraHead Tools and Green Bay Drop Forge shows how Wisconsin manufacturing can produce a quality product and retain local jobs. CobraHead’s founder, Noel Valdes, had developed the idea for a gardening hand tool. He... - November 15, 2012 - CobraHead LLC
A Great Year is Coming Up to Reach Out to the Hispanic Market! Here is the Media Kit 2013 for El Puente Newspaper (Indiana-Michigan). Latinos in the Midwest!
Hispanics in the US have proven the influence they have on the shaping of this country after the November election. Reach out to the growing Hispanic Market in the US! 2013 Media Kit information for El Puente Newspaper (Indiana-Michigan) - Help support their efforts to bring a reliable source of information to our community. Free publication. - November 15, 2012 - El Puente Newspaper
Unity Releases Its 2nd Solo Track, "Será Que No Me Amas" in Tribute to Michael Jackson
“Será que no me amas” the 2nd solo release from the acclaimed and much anticipated musical project “UNITY: The Latin Tribute to Michael Jackson,” hits the iTunes market worldwide. Fans of Michael’s music will recall this Latin version of “Blame it on the... - October 17, 2012 - UNITY Latin Tribute
“American Dream–Latin Souls” Celebrates Latino Entrepreneur Success
New Televison/Video Talk Show Debuts During Hispanic Heritage Month - October 17, 2012 - Don Daniel Ortiz
Johnny “Tattooed Terror” Cisneros Earns New Endorsement Deal from Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association
Johnny “Tattooed Terror" Cisneros recently received an endorsement deal from the Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning Association (MMACA). The MMACA bridges the gap between fitness training, sports conditioning science, MMA training methods, and direct application from the ring, octagon, mat or cage. - October 03, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
8th Mexican and Centro America Independence Festival
The Festival will take place on Saturday, September 15, at the Warner Park, Madison, Wisconsin from 12pm to 9pm. - September 08, 2012 - COFEMEX
Cuerpo Mortal Wins Best Classic Fantasy Book 2012 at Global eBook Awards
The book Cuerpo Mortal (Mortal Flesh), Spanish edition, received the Global eBook Award 2012 in the category of Classic Fantasy and an honorable mention in the category of Romance -Historical- Fiction on Saturday. With elegance and intelligence Ana Costa Alongi re-creates the ancient world on the brink of disaster. This is a monumental adventure of epic fantasy. - August 25, 2012 - Sigillum Publishers
Laura Mandala to Participate in National Hispanics in Travel Caucus
Acclaimed researcher to bring market expertise to ASTA and NTA initiative - August 04, 2012 - Mandala Research
Lighten Hispanic Skin Dark Spots or Uneven Skin Tone
Reviva is launching their new “Lighten & Brighten” Serum that is reported to speed up for Hispanic individuals the lightening of skin’s dark spots on face and hands and also brighten skin tone and improve texture. - July 23, 2012 - Reviva Labs
First Multi-Jurisdictional Analysis on Whether Policies Like 287(g) and S.B. 1070 Are Being Used to Racially Profile Latinos, Research Reveals No Significant Effect
The Justitia Institute examines whether laws like 287(g) and S.B. 1070 are being used to racially profile Latinos; reports no significant effect on percentage of Latino juveniles in residential placement, and highlights lack of adequate data to empirically analyze the quantitative effects of “crimmigration” laws on the percentage of Latinos brought in the criminal justice system. - July 04, 2012 - The Justitia Institute
Superior Grocers and Its Foundation Donate $5,000 to Support Education in the City of Industry
Superior Grocers, one of Southern California’s largest independent supermarket chains, through its non-profit organization, Superior Foundation is proud to announce its latest donation to local schools. On Friday, June 29, 2012, Superior Foundation will be awarding a $5,000 donation to... - June 29, 2012 - Superior Grocers
How Hispanics Can Improve Skin Tone, Texture & Clarity
A solution for Hispanics and other women of color experiencing dull, uneven skin tone and texture, is being offered by one of the nations longest-established skin-care innovators. Reviva Labs, Haddonfield, N.J., (www.revivalabs.com) has released research showing that varied ethnic, darker skins... - June 28, 2012 - Reviva Labs
LatinVision Media Announces Speaker Lineup for Third Annual “Marketing To Latinas” Conference
Premier Networking Event to be Held in Manhattan on June 14 - June 07, 2012 - LatinVision Media Inc.
ORT America ''Lunch with an Artistic View" Raises $124,000 for Science Education in Israel
ORT America is Jewish organization committed to strengthening communities throughout the world by educating people against all odds and obstacles. A division of ORT, ORT America supports a global network of schools and training programs that reach throughout the United States, Latin America, Israel, Europe, the Baltic and Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and Africa, fulfilling the dreams and aspirations of over 300,000 people in over 60 countries every year. www.ORTamerica.com - May 16, 2012 - ORT America
Latino Transgender Pageant Spotlights the Beauty of HIV Education and Prevention
The Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County (The Center OC) will host the 19th annual Hermosa y Protegida HIV Prevention Pageant on Saturday, April 28 at the Pearson Park Amphitheatre in Anaheim. The event regularly draws a crowd of around 500. - April 25, 2012 - Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County
Joseph Gomez Premieres "Just You (Can Have My Love)" on VEVO
Joseph Gomez Restrepo is a Colombian-Canadian pop-R&B singer/song-writer. Born on April 23, 1985 in Medellin, Colombia and now a Canadian Citizen, Joseph moved to Canada at the age of 16. His dream is now coming true as he releases his first single and music video titled “Just You (Can... - April 18, 2012 - Joseph Gomez
Pitusa Boho Chic Summer Collection Reaches Out by Slashing Shipping Costs
While bringing the Collection to Europe, Pitusa’s founder, Clara Lago said: “We are reaching out to boho chic fashionistas worldwide by slashing shipping costs and offering free shipping for orders of US$200 through our internet store.” The Summer Collection includes Long backless dress, Monroe, Polka dotted hot pants, Romper, Neon skirt, Inca kimono, Kaftan w/ bollitas and Inca bikini, among others. Meanwhile, the Inca Abaya and mini-skirt and the Peace Tank continue to be must-wears. - April 15, 2012 - Pitusa Fashion
Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez to be Keynote at ALPFA Boston Sixth Annual Latina Summit
ALPFA Boston announced details of its Sixth Annual Boston Chapter Latina Summit entitled Building Latina Leaders, Strong From the Inside Out. This year’s Latina Summit is part of ALPFA National’s 10-City Tour to recognize the tenth year for the Women of ALPFA program. The tour aims to... - April 14, 2012 - ALPFA Boston
Descuento Libre Acquires Another Latino Daily Deal Site: Established Partnerships to Serve Hispanics in Over 70 North American Markets
Latino daily deal site Descuento Libre acquired Mi Cupon Del Dia, a Miami-based competitor, last month. This is one in a series of strategic acquisitions and media partnerships that allowed the Hispanic deals site to expand and reach its audience. - January 21, 2012 - Descuento Libre
Swain Techs Nominated as Hispanic Business of the Year
Swain Techs is pleased to announce that it has been nominated as the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Hispanic Business of the Year. The Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GPHCC) is a non-profit organization that works to promote and advance Hispanic businesses in... - January 20, 2012 - Swain Techs
Translation Plus Honored by National Minority Supplier Development Council
New Jersey-based language services company, one of the best companies for 2011 among 16,000 certified minority-owned businesses. - November 09, 2011 - Translation Plus
RMCN Gives Back to the Community
On Saturday, October 22, 2011, representatives from RMCN Credit Services, Inc. participated in McKinney Make a Difference Day by volunteering at Holy Family School. There were over 40 volunteers; many were in the current class of Leadership McKinney or were prior graduates. At 8:00 AM in the... - October 25, 2011 - RMCN Credit Services, Inc.
Hispanic and Bilingual Job Fair Comes to Los Angeles
LatPro’s Nationwide Diversity Job Fair Series will visit the Hilton Los Angeles Airport on November 16, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. - October 22, 2011 - LatPro Inc.
LatPro’s Hispanic & Bilingual Job Fair Returns to Dallas
Latpro’s Nationwide Career Fair Series, in conjunction with the National Society for Hispanic Professionals, visits the Crowne Plaza Hotel at Dallas Market Center on October 27. - October 06, 2011 - LatPro Inc.
Donald H. Ramirez is Awarded Certified Financial Planner™ Designation
Donald H. Ramirez, a Managing Principal of Peak Wealth Advisors with 16 years experience providing financial planning and investment management services to individuals, families and businesses has been awarded the Certified Financial Planner™ designation, a certification recognized as the standard of excellence for the financial planning profession. - October 05, 2011 - Peak Wealth Advisors
YMCA Celebrates the Hispanic Heritage at FIESTA
Sylvan Learning of Weston Celebrates Hispanic Heritage as a Sponsor Of “FIESTA” at the Sheinberg Family YMCA of Weston on October 30, 2011 - September 25, 2011 - FIESTA Hispanic Heritage
An Interactive Celebrity Chef Culinary Tour - Three Celebrity Chefs Share Secret Recipes & Stories from Their Childhood
From Culinary Bad Boy Productions, Chef Chris Nirschel has reunited with self-taught culinary wunderkind and acclaimed Mama’s Boy, Chef Vic Vegas along with the Queen of Spice, Chef Susie Jimenez in an all access look at the recipes from Childhood, that defined the methods that they are... - September 21, 2011 - Culinary Bad Boy Productions
In Honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, a National Search to Honor Latina Moms
MAMIVERSE.com, a lifestyle, news, and social media web site for Latina moms and daughters, is proud to announce a new campaign, in partnership with Target Corporation, Latina Moms Changing America. - September 21, 2011 - MAMIVERSE.com
Brother2Brother Emphasizes Academic Success and Graduation at IU Northwest
The Brother2Brother (B2B) College Success Program begins its fourth year on the campus of IU Northwest in Gary, Indiana with one goal in mind: Making sure that all male college students, particularly those of ethnic minority descent, do not permanently leave campus until they have earned an undergraduate degree. - September 06, 2011 - Brother2Brother (B2B) College Success Program
Bilingual Job Fair to be Held in Denver
LatPro, in partnership with the National Society for Hispanic Professionals, will bring the National Hispanic Job Fair Series to the Denver Marriott Tech Center September 7. - August 17, 2011 - LatPro Inc.
DC's Trinity College to Host LatPro Hispanic and Bilingual Job Fair
LatPro and the National Society for Hispanic Professionals will be holding a career fair for Hispanic and bilingual professionals at Trinity Center at Trinity College in Washington, DC August 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - July 28, 2011 - LatPro Inc.
Latinos in Social Media (LATISM) Unveils Its New Bilingual Blog and Free Social Buttons
New Blog to Provide Extensive Spanish and English Content Created for and by Latino Online Influentials - July 08, 2011 - Latinos in Social Media [LATISM]
“Rest Your Eyes Layout Design” - Launched in Online Lifestyle Magazine GK
GK Magazine (Global Konnoisseur) with Editor-in-chief Kosta Gara recently launched their first lifestyle issue. GK is a free online magazine aimed primarily at readers with a keen interest in the best travel spots, self development and a discerning taste for some of the better things in life such... - June 28, 2011 - GK Magazine
INVISTA Names Roberto Fontanillas Global Business Director for Growing DACRON® Fiberfill Business
Roberto Fontanillas, a seasoned industry executive who has held key commercial roles at INVISTA, has been named global business director for fiberfill. Fontanillas, who is based in the company’s office in Kennesaw, Ga., will lead the expanding global DACRON® fiberfill business, focused on... - June 04, 2011 - INVISTA
P & L Translations Announces Free Spanish Translation for Nashville Nonprofits
P & L Translations, a provider of multilingual translation solutions, today announced that it will provide free Spanish translation to help nonprofits located in the Nashville, TN area. - May 28, 2011 - P & L Translations
Latinos in Social Media [LATISM] Announces Final Agenda for Latino2 Conference
Hundreds to Gather for a Close Look at Technology Trends, Mobile Innovation and Digital Marketing Strategies - May 20, 2011 - Latinos in Social Media [LATISM]