The Fontana Hispanic
Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce
LATINA OWNED BUSINESSES
Hispanic women-owned Businesses number 553,618, employ
320,000 and generate $44.4 billion in sales nationwide. (Source:
Center for Women¹s Business Research, November 2004)·
More than one-third (34.9%) of all Hispanic owned firms are
owned by women. Hispanic women-owned firms employ 18.5% of
the workers in all Hispanic-owned firms and generate 16.3% of
the sales. (Source: Center for Business Women¹s Business
Research, November 2004.)
Latinas control 39 percent of the 1.4 million companies owned by
minority women in the United States, which generate nearly $147
billion in sales. (Source: Center for Women¹s Business Research,
November 2004)
Four in ten minority women-owned firms are owned by Latinas.
Between 1987 and 1996, the number of Latina-owned
businesses grew by 206 percent, compared with 47 percent of all
businesses. (Source: Center for Women¹s Business Research)
Between 1997 and 2004, the number of firms owned by Hispanic
women increased by nearly 64 percent, to 553,618, and their
combined revenue climbed by more than 62 percent, to $44.4
billion. (Source: Center for Women's Business Research,
November 2004)
10 states with the greatest number of Hispanic women-owned
firms in 2002 were California (17 %), Texas (18%), Florida (16%),
New York (14%), Arizona (13%), Illinois, New Jersey,
Massachusetts, New Mexico and Colorado (Source: Center for
Women¹s Policy)
Hispanic women-owned Businesses number 553,618, employ
320,000 and generate $44.4 billion in sales nationwide. (Source:
Center for Women¹s Business Research, November 2004)·
More than one-third (34.9%) of all Hispanic owned firms are
owned by women. Hispanic women-owned firms employ 18.5% of
the workers in all Hispanic-owned firms and generate 16.3% of
the sales. (Source: Center for Business Women¹s Business
Research, November 2004.)
Latinas control 39 percent of the 1.4 million companies owned by
minority women in the United States, which generate nearly $147
billion in sales. (Source: Center for Women¹s Business Research,
November 2004)
Four in ten minority women-owned firms are owned by Latinas.
Between 1987 and 1996, the number of Latina-owned
businesses grew by 206 percent, compared with 47 percent of all
businesses. (Source: Center for Women¹s Business Research)
Between 1997 and 2004, the number of firms owned by Hispanic
women increased by nearly 64 percent, to 553,618, and their
combined revenue climbed by more than 62 percent, to $44.4
billion. (Source: Center for Women's Business Research,
November 2004)
10 states with the greatest number of Hispanic women-owned
firms in 2002 were California (17 %), Texas (18%), Florida (16%),
New York (14%), Arizona (13%), Illinois, New Jersey,
Massachusetts, New Mexico and Colorado (Source: Center for
Women¹s Policy)
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| Joining the Fontana Hispanic Chamber is a Smart Business Investment |
| Latinas Chapter |
| JOIN THE CHAMBER TODAY (909) 331-0091 |
| WEBSITE LAUNCH DATE January 19, 2008 |
| Unidos Ganamos – Separados Perdemos “There are People who wonder what will happen. There are those who let things happen. And there are those who make things happen.” Which one are you? |
| $$$ WANTED Part-time Bilingual (Spanish & English) Professional Sales Executives Wanted Earn 30% Commissions 15K to 30K A Year with the Fontana Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Call Today (909) 331-0091 or email Armando Yepes at ajyepes@aol.com |
Professionals Connectivity Mixer: Thursday, 25
Please join us for a great opportunity to connect with the Greater Los
Angeles Area Professionals, Business Owners, and our Business Partners.
Enjoy networking and meeting others, whether to market yourself and/or
develop new business relationships.
Delicious appetizers and a complimentary drink will be on us! Register now:
http://www.nlbwa-la.org/Events?
eventId=104644&EventViewMode=EventDetails
NLBWA - LA Goes Web 2.0
Associated with web applications that facilitate interactive information
sharing, interoperability, user-centered design, and collaboration on line,
NLBWA – LA is leading by example by adopting cutting-edge tools and
making them available to its members. From a blog to message boards and
a dynamic online directory where members can be reached by nonmembers
for the purpose of doing business, it’s now all available to businesswomen
looking to brand and grow their businesses. Check us out: www.nlbwa-la.
org.
Guzman Sworn in as First Latina on Texas Supreme Court
Texas has a new Supreme Court justice -- the first Latina to serve on the
state's highest court.
Eva Guzman was sworn in at a ceremony at the State Capitol Monday
afternoon. She was appointed by Governor Rick Perry in October to replace
Justice Scott Brister. Before her appointment, Justice Guzman was named
"Latina Judge of the Year" for 2009 by the Hispanic National Bar Association.
Member of the Month
About 15 years ago, and while still in her early 20s, Carmen Rad took the
first step on the road to entrepreneurial success. Using her background in
fashion design and marketing to produce custom clothing, embroidery work
and promotional items, she launched CR&A Custom, Inc. out of her home
with just two employees. With no outside funding, and no equity to secure a
loan, she turned over income received to make more purchases and meet
payroll.
Today, Carmen runs a multi-million dollar company and has been
recognized by the SBA, NAWBO and other prominent organizations. We are
proud to recognize Carmen for her many accomplishments and proudly call
her an NLBWA member.
Females Have More Jobs Than Ever--
So Why Are They So Unhappy?
Soon--for the first time in history--women will outnumber men in the
percentage of jobs held in the U.S. As of October 2009 women made up
49.9% of America's workforce, according to a recent cover story in The
Economist. And in its special report on the subject, Time made the dubious
claim that "women have become dominant in our society." Yet despite the
economic and social gains they've made, several recent studies found that
American women report being less happy now than in previous generations.
What gives?
http://www.forbes.com/2010/01/08/women-employment-statistics-opinions-
contributors-mark-rice.html.
Networking Survival Tips for Women
What They Don't Teach in Business School: The Basics of Working a Room
and Building Your Network
You're standing in the doorway, coat checked and a glass of wine in hand,
facing a room full of unfamiliar faces. You feel a bit awkward and slightly
panicked about whom to approach first and what to say. Your mind whirls:
Am I dressed appropriately? Did I bring enough business cards? What if I
say the wrong thing?
Career consultant Simma Lieberman recalls the time just after she started
her business and paid $35 to attend a networking dinner. She went by
herself, dressed in her power suit, ready to mingle and make connections.
When she walked into the hotel and saw the other attendees talking and
having a good time, her courage evaporated. Mortified by her quick
surrender, she soon made it a priority to excel at networking. Here's how:
http://www.forbes.com/2010/01/06/networking-event-conversation-forbes-
woman-net-worth-relationship.html.
Save the Date: Thursday, June 3, 2010
NLBWA - LA will host its 7th Annual Latinas in Business Awards.
Sponsorship opportunities are officially open. Event venue and other details
will soon follow. For other events, check out our new calendar by clicking
here.
* Nominations are now open for the 7th Annual Latina in Business Awards.
Nominate a deserving businesswoman: click here for details.
* Ready to grow your business exponentially with the support and power of
other Latinas? Join NLBWA - LA now!
Please join us for a great opportunity to connect with the Greater Los
Angeles Area Professionals, Business Owners, and our Business Partners.
Enjoy networking and meeting others, whether to market yourself and/or
develop new business relationships.
Delicious appetizers and a complimentary drink will be on us! Register now:
http://www.nlbwa-la.org/Events?
eventId=104644&EventViewMode=EventDetails
NLBWA - LA Goes Web 2.0
Associated with web applications that facilitate interactive information
sharing, interoperability, user-centered design, and collaboration on line,
NLBWA – LA is leading by example by adopting cutting-edge tools and
making them available to its members. From a blog to message boards and
a dynamic online directory where members can be reached by nonmembers
for the purpose of doing business, it’s now all available to businesswomen
looking to brand and grow their businesses. Check us out: www.nlbwa-la.
org.
Guzman Sworn in as First Latina on Texas Supreme Court
Texas has a new Supreme Court justice -- the first Latina to serve on the
state's highest court.
Eva Guzman was sworn in at a ceremony at the State Capitol Monday
afternoon. She was appointed by Governor Rick Perry in October to replace
Justice Scott Brister. Before her appointment, Justice Guzman was named
"Latina Judge of the Year" for 2009 by the Hispanic National Bar Association.
Member of the Month
About 15 years ago, and while still in her early 20s, Carmen Rad took the
first step on the road to entrepreneurial success. Using her background in
fashion design and marketing to produce custom clothing, embroidery work
and promotional items, she launched CR&A Custom, Inc. out of her home
with just two employees. With no outside funding, and no equity to secure a
loan, she turned over income received to make more purchases and meet
payroll.
Today, Carmen runs a multi-million dollar company and has been
recognized by the SBA, NAWBO and other prominent organizations. We are
proud to recognize Carmen for her many accomplishments and proudly call
her an NLBWA member.
Females Have More Jobs Than Ever--
So Why Are They So Unhappy?
Soon--for the first time in history--women will outnumber men in the
percentage of jobs held in the U.S. As of October 2009 women made up
49.9% of America's workforce, according to a recent cover story in The
Economist. And in its special report on the subject, Time made the dubious
claim that "women have become dominant in our society." Yet despite the
economic and social gains they've made, several recent studies found that
American women report being less happy now than in previous generations.
What gives?
http://www.forbes.com/2010/01/08/women-employment-statistics-opinions-
contributors-mark-rice.html.
Networking Survival Tips for Women
What They Don't Teach in Business School: The Basics of Working a Room
and Building Your Network
You're standing in the doorway, coat checked and a glass of wine in hand,
facing a room full of unfamiliar faces. You feel a bit awkward and slightly
panicked about whom to approach first and what to say. Your mind whirls:
Am I dressed appropriately? Did I bring enough business cards? What if I
say the wrong thing?
Career consultant Simma Lieberman recalls the time just after she started
her business and paid $35 to attend a networking dinner. She went by
herself, dressed in her power suit, ready to mingle and make connections.
When she walked into the hotel and saw the other attendees talking and
having a good time, her courage evaporated. Mortified by her quick
surrender, she soon made it a priority to excel at networking. Here's how:
http://www.forbes.com/2010/01/06/networking-event-conversation-forbes-
woman-net-worth-relationship.html.
Save the Date: Thursday, June 3, 2010
NLBWA - LA will host its 7th Annual Latinas in Business Awards.
Sponsorship opportunities are officially open. Event venue and other details
will soon follow. For other events, check out our new calendar by clicking
here.
* Nominations are now open for the 7th Annual Latina in Business Awards.
Nominate a deserving businesswoman: click here for details.
* Ready to grow your business exponentially with the support and power of
other Latinas? Join NLBWA - LA now!