USHAA Congratulates Graciela Diaz on Historic Election to Green Brook Township Committee

2009-01-05

Washington, DC - We join in congratulating USHAA Director Graciela Diaz on her historic election as the first Hispanic elected to the Township Committee in Green Brook, New Jersey. "Graciela is a consummate professional with a strong commitment to ethics reform and solid leadership skills that certainly will

USHAA Leaders Tapped for Prestigious Leadership New Jersey Fellowships

2008-12-04

Trenton, NJ - USHAA is pleased to announced that five (5) of its leaders have been selected from among the most talented professionals in New Jersey to participate in the highly respected and competitive year-long fellowship sponsored by Leadership New Jersey (LNJ). These USHAA leaders include Directors Betty Manetta, Graciela

USHAA Honors Six Firms From the U.S. Fortune 500 and Hispanic 500 For Diversity Best Practices

2008-08-22

New York, NY (PRWEB) -- The United States Hispanic Advocacy Association (USHAA) announced the winners of its annual BRAVO award for diversity best practices and corporate leadership during its August luncheon at the United Nations.

The 2008 U.S. Fortune 500

USHAA visits the NYSE to Promote Opportunities and Leads Historic Economic Summit at United nations

2008-08-13

New York, NY - The U.S. Hispanic Advocacy Association (USHAA) visits the NYSE to Promote Opportunities. In honor of the occasion, Luis J. Diaz, President and CEO, USHAA and USHAA Board members ring The Opening Bell, joined by Noreen M. Culhane, NYSE Euronext EVP, Global Corporate Client Group.

USHAA to Ring NY Stock Exchange Bell And Host First Global Hispanic Economic Summit at UN Headquarters

2008-08-01

Washington, DC - TOP US COMPANIES TO MEET TOP US HISPANIC COMPANIES IN HISTORIC SUMMIT TO RING IN NEW ERA OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY - U.S. Hispanic Advocacy Association to Ring NY Stock Exchange Bell And Host First Global Hispanic Economic Summit at UN Headquarters

USHAA Supports Congressional Relief for American Homeowners

2008-07-26

Washington, DC –The U.S. Hispanic Advocacy Association (USHAA) supports the recent passage by Congress of a Bill to provide relief to Americans in the housing and financial markets. USHAA urges the United States Senate and President Bush to pass the Bill.

“In an interdependent, global

USHAA Director Hilda Rayas Tapped for Prominent Post

2008-07-14

Washington, DC - We join in congratulating USHAA Director Hilda Rayas on her appointment as Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. "Hilda is a seasoned executive leader with strong expertise in many areas that will be important to the USHCC," said USHAA

USHAA & AARP Partner to Help People Get Stimulus Refund

2008-05-30

Washington, DC - An estimated 20 million persons could forfeit $300 - $600 refund checks if they don't file a simple form by October 15, 2008. Many are Latino and other minorities. USHAA and AARP have joined forces to help people get the money to which

USHAA & Greenlining Address Disparities at FMCRC Summit

2008-05-28

Hollywood, Florida – USHAA and The Greenlining Institute, partners in the Green Agenda Coalition, joined FMCRC and industry representatives at Florida summit to focus on capacity-building issues in three key industries: banking, automotive and legal services.

USHAA and Latino Leaders Support Housing Relief – Urge President Bush to Sign

2008-05-23

Washington, DC – USHAA and Green Agenda Coalition express strong support for the compromise legislation approved Tuesday by the Senate Banking Committee to rescue homeowners drowning in the foreclosure Tsunami with government-supported mortgages. The compromise Bill creates an affordable housing fund financed by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. The fund would

USHAA Congratulates Connie Sanchez for Diversity Leadership at Smith Barney

2008-05-15

Trenton, NJ – USHAA commends Advocacy Advisor Connie Sanchez for her work on Smith Barney’s Advisory Council. The council's mission is to ensure diversity and inclusion within the company. "One of the most important elements of Citigroup’s leadership has been its longstanding commitment to diversity,” said

USHAA Leaders Help Score Impressive Legislative Victories

2008-05-09

Trenton, NJ - USHAA congratulates leaders Christine Serrano Glassner, Martin Perez and Rafael Fabre for their testimony yesterday on important small business and education Bills before the NJ Senate. Despite heavy opposition, both Bills were successful and move forward in the legislative process.

USHAA's Barbara George Johnson: Public Policy Champion

2008-05-08

Trenton, NJ - We extend a hearty congratulations to USHAA Advocacy Advisor Barbara George Johnson, Esq., on her appointment as Acting Deputy Director of the John S. Watson Institute for Public Policy. Barbara has more than 20 years of experience as a public policy professional in New Jersey

Unidos Podemos: 3-Time Olympian Ruben Gonzalez Joins USHAA Family

2008-05-08

Washington, DC - USHAA’s Board of Directors, Board of Advisors and members across the United States proudly welcomes Three-Time Olympian, Keynote Speaker and published author Ruben Gonzalez to the USHAA family. Ruben will be a featured writer on the USHAA Blog on the subject

Latino Leaders Meet with NJ Assemblyman Chivukula

2008-05-06

Somerset, NJ - USHAA Chief Operations Officer Alex Garcia, RA, AICP, today led a group of prominent New Jersey business leaders to meet with Assemblyman Upendra Chivukula. The conference focused on procurement fairness and other issues facing small businesses in New Jersey.

"Assemblyman Chivukula clearly understands the importance of

USHAA and Coalition Leaders Support New Rules Protecting Consumers - Launch Credit Justice Petition

2008-05-05

Washington, DC — USHAA and the Green Agenda Coalition launch Credit Justice Petition to support proposal by Federal Reserve Chairman Ben S. Bernake and bank regulators for a new set of rules protecting consumers from arbitrary rate increases by credit card companies and other abusive business

USHAA's Betty Manetta: Change Agent on Export Council

2008-04-29

Washington, DC – USHAA congratulates Director Beatriz (Betty) M. Manetta for her leadership and service on U.S. President's Export Council (PEC). PEC advises the President, via Secretary of Commerce Carlos Gutierrez, on government policies and programs that affect U.S. trade performance and provides a forum for discussing and

USHAA Moderates at 2008 NY Legislative Conference

2008-04-26

Albany, NY - USHAA Director Hilda Rayas moderated “A New Vision: Economic Success through Minority and Small Business Development,” at the 2008 Somos El Futuro Conference in Albany, NY. Panelists included: Honorable Thomas P. DiNapoli, New York State

USHAA University Offers Online Education Programs

2008-04-20

Washington, DC - Do you know what it takes to compete in a global economy? USHAA University offers members FREE access to over 240 top-rated online business education programs from the leading strategists, leaders and professors. USHAA "U" reviews, grades and makes only the top-rated online programs accessible for the

USHAA Urges President Bush to Sign Bills Honoring the Latino Community

2008-04-15

Washington, DC. Cesar Chavez Study Act (S.327/H.R. 359), aims to preserve and interpret sites that are significant to the life of Cesar Estrada Chavez and the farm labor movement. The second, The Commission to Study the Potential Creation of the National Museum of American Latino Act of 2007 (S.500/H.R. 512),

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