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Connecting Latinas of Influence | New Jersey

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in New Jersey –  2024 Connecting Latinas of Influence Series

This will be Hispanic Lifestyle’s first in-person event in The Garden State.  Connecting Latinas of Influence | New Jersey will take place on September 26, 2024 at Chart House Weehawken. The “mini conference” format is sponsored by Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, will feature panel discussions, presentations by business experts, community leaders and the presentation of regional Latinas of Influence.

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2024 Connecting Latinas of Influence | New Jersey

Recognizing Excellence in Our Community for Over 25 years

Established in 1997, Hispanic Lifestyle takes pride in our proven track record of establishing meaningful connections with hard-to-reach Latino professionals and community leaders. We focus on producing original, authentic content that is designed to inspire our audience.  A leader in connecting communities, Hispanic Lifestyle set the regional standard when we produced our first Latina Conference in San Bernardino, California in 2000.

After returning to in-person events last year, we’ve witnessed the power of personal connections and the impact they have on our community. While we appreciate our online audience, there’s truly something special about the energy and camaraderie at Hispanic Lifestyle events.

OUR HONOREES

 

Hispanic Lifestyle is pleased to announce the Latinas of Influence who be recognized in New Jersey on September 26, 2024. The presentation will take place during our Connecting Latinas of Influence | New Jersey event being held at the Chart House Weehawken. These distinguished Latinas of Influence with diverse personal and professional backgrounds, embody excellence as business and community leaders within their respective fields.

Below are the names and links to  honorees that will be acknowledged during our New Jersey visit.

Aixa G. López, P.E, Vice President of Operations, Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of NJ
Cristina Pinzon, President & CEO – Stateside Affairs
Diana Lee Santamaria,  Author, Storyteller and Educator
Katherine O’Hara, President – The O’Hara Project
Kim V. Ruiz, Executive Director/CEO – Puerto Rican Association for Human Development, Inc.
Monica Martinez Milan, Entrepreneur, | Stumpy’s Hatchet House of Green Brook, Elmsgate, LLC
Nancy Ruffin, Founder – Next-Level Leaders
Rosario B Casas, Award-winning Latinapreneur – Founder Institute Mentor
Tiffany Tavarez, Senior Vice President, Diverse Segments, Representation & Inclusion – Wells Fargo
Veronika Herrera Mojica, Senior Director – East Harlem Teaching Residency

 

Note: Latina of Influence Honoree listing subject to updates. 

DETAILS
Connecting Latinas of Influence | New Jersey 
a production of Hispanic Lifestyle
Sponsored by Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
September 26, 2024 | 4pm – 7pm
Chart House Weehawken • 1700 Harbor Blvd, Weehawken, NJ 07086

UPDATED PROGRAM

3:00pm | PRE-EVENT by Invitation  – A candid conversation of Surviving to Thrive New York – New Jersey Real Estate

Introduction – Nelson Ramos is a Vice President at Wells Fargo serving as a Senior Business Growth Strategy Consultant for the Home Lending Diverse Segments group.

A candid conversation of Surviving to Thrive New York – New Jersey Real Estate  featuring Giselle Gastell, Licensed Realtor at Coldwell Banker Realty and  Charlie Dougherty, executive director and senior economist with Wells Fargo’s Corporate and Investment Bank.

4:00pm | Check-In • Networking • Exhibitors

Welcome – Richard Sandoval, Hispanic Lifestyle

4:30pm | An Economic Update and Questions and Answer featuring  – Charlie Dougherty, executive director and senior economist with Wells Fargo’s Corporate and Investment Bank

5:30pm | Networking – Break – Heavy hors d’oeuvres

6:00pm | Presentation of Latinas of Influence

* program subject to change without notice.

Sponsorship opportunities, table top exhibitor space and table sponsorship are available now. Please send your request to Richard Sandoval directly at 951.640.1146 or RDS@HispanicLifestyle.Com

Connecting Latinas of Influence | New Jersey

Our Connecting Latinas of Influence | New Jersey event will feature speakers with diverse professional and personal background. Below are the bios of our featured speakers.

Also, Hispanic Lifestyle is reaching out to our network for speakers and presenters for future panel discussions.  Send your information to Rds@Hispaniclifestyle.Com 

Speakers, panelists are subject to change without notice.

Charlie Dougherty

Charlie Dougherty is an executive director and senior economist with Wells Fargo’s Corporate and Investment Bank. Based in New York City, he provides analysis on the U.S. economy as well as the commercial real estate, housing, construction and regional sectors of the economy. He regularly produces special commentary, writes indicator reports and contributes to the company’s Weekly Economic & Financial Commentary. His commentary on the U.S. economy has been featured in various media, including CBS Evening News, National Public Radio, Bloomberg, the Wall Street Journal and Washington Post.

Before joining Wells Fargo in 2017, Charlie worked in the Strategy and Corporate Development department for CertainTeed Saint-Gobain, a world leader in the habitat and construction markets. Prior to that, he served as an economist and consultant at S&P Global. Charlie holds a B.A. and B.S. in economics and finance from the University of Pittsburgh and a M.A. in economics from Temple University in Philadelphia.

He is a member of the National Association of Business Economics, Philadelphia Council of Business Economics and Charlotte Economics Club.

Giselle Gastell

President Elect, 2025 NAHREP North Jersey

As a first-generation American with Cuban roots, I am deeply committed to empowering the Latino community in Northern New Jersey through sustainable homeownership. Fluent in both Spanish and English, I leverage my bilingual skills to guide clients through the significant journey of real estate transactions. My dedication to helping others navigate this pivotal life event led me to real estate, where I’ve been recognized with the Circle of Excellence Award annually from 2021-2023. Currently serving as the VP of the NAHREP North New Jersey chapter, I am passionate about making a difference in my community by ensuring everyone has the opportunity to achieve the American dream of homeownership.

Nelson Ramos

Nelson Ramos is a Vice President at Wells Fargo serving as a Senior Business Growth Strategy Consultant for the Home Lending Diverse Segments group. Acting as a diverse segment subject matter expert in this role, Nelson works through internal and external partnerships and strategic alliances to advance homeownership, serving diverse customers and underserved communities. He is responsible for a disciplined approach developing and executing strategies focused on helping households successfully achieve and sustain the dream of homeownership. Within his role in Diverse Segments, Nelson supports the Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey market. Nelson has been in the financial industry for over 30 years, with 26 years dedicated to the mortgage industry. He has held various roles at large institutions to include JP Morgan Chase, SunTrust Bank, Radian Guaranty and Charles Schwab Bank. He chaired the Board of Governors for the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) and served on their Hispanic Wealth Project.

The northeast region is home to Nelson where he has spent most of his career. Nelson and his family reside in Toms River, NJ where they enjoy access to the coast and beach activities.

REBECCA FLORES-CASTRO

Rebecca is currently serving as CEO at Results Driven Enterprises, COO at My Homeownership Academy, Co-Founder of HispanicWay, Board Member for Sluggers Youth Academy and Co-Coordinator for Las Comadres Fort Worth amongst other volunteer activities. Rebecca with Results is an award-winning business and community growth strategist providing innovative programs and opportunities to positively impact her clients and the community.

Rebecca is a homeownership and investment advocate actively participating as a mentor, speaker and coach. She helps others learn the benefits of Business, Community, and Real Estate, with her event and interview series “Investing with Impact”.

Early in her career, Rebecca was recognized by the U.S. Small Business Administration in 2004 when she was the first Latina to be honored as the “Young Entrepreneur of the Year” by the OC/IE region for her pioneering small business model.

Since that time, Rebecca has been instrumental in the growth of many individuals and businesses by developing unique and proactive results driven solutions for business growth campaigns, regional and national outreach programs, asset acquisitions, investor relations, and community engagement initiatives.

Rebecca lives in Fort Worth, Texas with her husband Rob, two adult children, a spoiled dog, and a 22 year old turtle. She loves staying active in her church prayer group, fishing with her husband, and nature photography, especially of sunsets and wild flowers.

LOCATION

Chart House Weehawken • 1700 Harbor Blvd, Weehawken, NJ 07086 is featured as one of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in the US 2023 on OpenTable.

Located right on the Hudson River and directly across from Manhattan, Chart House Weehawken at Lincoln Harbor offers gorgeous panoramic views of the glittering New York skyline – from the Empire State Building to Wall Street.

 

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Connecting Latinas of Influence 2024 Series Announcement

CONNECTING LATINAS OF INFLUENCE SERIES

Connecting Latinas of Influence Series| Sponsorship Levels

CONNECT WITH OUR COMMUNITY
Our community is filled with inspiring stories, empowering voices, and a commitment to education. Hispanic Lifestyle"Connecting Latinas of Influence" series brings people together and creates experiences that linger in your heart.

For over 25 years, Hispanic Lifestyle has been at the forefront of recognizing excellence within our community. Our Connecting Latinas of Influence series is more than an event; it's a celebration of community leaders across the United States.

Feature speakers,  panelists share valuable insights on topics ranging from building generational wealth, establishing professional networks, developing leadership skills, to promoting health and wellness. Professionals, small business owners, community organizations, mega companies, gather with one common goal, to connect with the hard-to-reach and fastest-growing consumer segment in the United States: Latinas.

Don't miss this opportunity to find YOUR MOMENT! Join us and be a part of something truly special. Hispanic Lifestyle - We celebrate the extraordinary!

This is your opportunity to participate in the conversation by sponsoring Connecting Latinas of Influence Series produced by Hispanic Lifestyle.  We are offering several sponsorship levels for your consideration. Should you have any questions or require additional details such as specific pricing for the sponsorship levels, feel free to contact Richard Sandoval directly at 951.640.1146 or RDS@HispanicLifestyle.Com 

Presenting Sponsor

In-Person and Online Presentation Deliverables • Presenting Sponsor - Minimum Four Event Commitment

  • Listed in promotional materials (digital ads and video spots) as the “Presenting Sponsor.”
  • Speaking/Presenter and/or Panel Discussion Opportunity at the In-person events “or”
  • Interview segment feature in the “Online Presentation”
  • Selection of a Latina of Influence
  • Listed as “Presenting Sponsor” for the “Online Presentation” to be streamed online. 
  • 2 - 30 Second promo spots to be featured at the event and during the “Online Presentation” (client to provide)
  • 25 Admissions to the event
  • Exhibitor Opportunity
  • 6x Email Newsletter Ad (280 x 280 pixels)
  • Logo on additional promotion materials - (emails, video messages, via Youtube, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter)
  • Billboard AD on Event Page - size 970 x 250
  • Feature Article Posting - distributed online, email and social media network (client to provide)
  • Social Media Thank you posting (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram)
Regional Sponsor

In-Person and Online Presentation Deliverables • Regional Sponsor Minimum Two Events

  • Listed in promotional materials (digital ads and video spots) as the “Lifestyle Sponsor.” 
  • Speaking/Presenting Opportunity (approximately 5 mins) at our In-person event “or”
  • Interview Segment to be featured in the online presentation to edited as a separate posting
  • 1 - 30 Second promo spot to be featured at the event and during the “Online Presentation” (client to provide)
  • Selection of a Latina of Influence
  • 15 Admissions to the event
  • Exhibitor Opportunity
  • 4x Email Newsletter Ad (280 x 280 pixels)
  • Logo on additional promotion materials - (emails, video messages, via Youtube, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter)
  • Billboard AD on Event Page - size 970 x 90
  • Feature - Article Posting Posted on our HispanicLifestyle.com (client to provide)
  • Social Media Thank you posting (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram)
Lifestyle Sponsor

In-Person and Online Presentation Deliverables • Lifestyle Sponsor

  • Listed in promotional materials (digital ads and video spots) as a “Lifestyle Sponsor.” 
  • Speaking Opportunity (approximately 5 mins) at our In-person event “or”
  • 1 - 30 Second promo spot to be featured at the event and during the “Online Presentation” (client to provide)
  • 10 Admissions to the event
  • Exhibitor Opportunity
  • 4x Email Newsletter Ad (280 x 280 pixels)
  • Logo on additional promotion materials - (emails, video messages, via Youtube, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter)
  • Square digital AD on Event Page - size 300x300
  • Social Media Thank you posting (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram)
Community Sponsor

In-Person and Online Presentation Deliverables • Community Sponsor 

  • Listed in promotional materials (digital ads and video spots) as a “Community Sponsor.” 
  • 10 Admissions to the event
  • Exhibitor Opportunity
  • 2x Email Newsletter Ad (280 x 280 pixels)
  • Logo on additional promotion materials - (emails, video messages, via Youtube, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter)
  • Square digital AD on Event Page - size 300x300
Additional Details

Our Audience
Our platform, HispanicLifestyle.com has annual online audience of over 3 million visitors according to weblizer reports. The in-person Latinas of Influence series is projected to attract 100-200 attendees per event. Registration for Hispanic Lifestyle “Online Presentations” averages over 1,500 people.  Across the board, women between the ages of 24 -54 represent approximately 80% of our viewing audience consisting of community leaders, business owners and professionals. 

Terms and Conditions
Commitment for sponsorship is 90 days prior to event. Payment for event must be received in full 30 days prior to event date. Other arrangements must be made in advance. Discount is available for multi-event, multi-year commitments paid in advance.

Client’s logos and digital artwork must be received 45 days prior to the event. Client video messages to be showcased at the in-person event must be received 15 days prior to the event.

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