HOPE To Release Groundbreaking Report Offering In-depth Look At The Economic Status Of Latinas In California

Wells Fargo:

WHAT:			Hispanas Organized for Political Equality (HOPE) will release a groundbreaking study sponsored by Wells Fargo at HOPE’s 22 nd Annual Latina History Day Conference. The study, conducted by HOPE, offers insight into the current economic status of Latinas following the Great Recession, and their aspirations for improving their financial circumstances.
			A panel of academics and thought leaders will discuss key indicators that determine economic success and debate the public policies that will help Latinas reach economic parity.
			Lisa Stevens, Wells Fargo lead executive for Small Business, will make a national announcement to demonstrate the company’s ongoing commitment to women small business owners.
WHO:			Lisa Stevens, lead executive for Small Business, Wells Fargo
			Helen Torres, executive director, HOPE
			Elsa E. Macias, Ph.D., Research and Policy Consultant
			Leo Estrada, associate professor, Urban Planning, UCLA, School of Public Affairs
			Beatriz Stotzer, CEO, NEW Capital, LLC
			Assembly member Jose Medina, chair of the Committee on Jobs, Economic Development and the Economy
WHEN:			March 8, 2013
			10 - 11 a.m. Panel discussion highlighting research findings
			1 - 1:30 p.m. National announcement from Wells Fargo (at the main Ballroom)
WHERE:			Millennium Biltmore Hotel Emerald Room
			506 S. Grand Ave.
			Los Angeles, CA 90071
WHY:			Latinas play a critical role in California’s economy. The report provides insight into the overall national trends for Latinas, including entrepreneurship, economic status, and buying power.

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