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SUMMARY:2025 Latina BizCon™: Smart Growth: Supercharge Your Business with AI
DESCRIPTION:2025 Latina BizCon™\nSmart Growth: Supercharge Your Business with AI\nWhere Businesses Grow Smarter: AI Tools\, Contracts\, and Confidence—All in One Powerful Day. A celebration that supports Latina and Women of Color entrepreneurs in the Inland Empire. \nJoin us for the 2025 Latina BizCon \nA transformative celebration aimed at empowering Latina/Women of Color Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses in the Inland Empire! This year’s theme\, “Smart Growth: Supercharge Your Business with AI\,“ promises an action-packed day dedicated to innovation and growth. \nDive into immersive breakout sessions tailored for practical learning and designed to boost your confidence and equip you with the skills needed to stand out in today’s competitive landscape. \nDiscover AI tools to elevate your business. Whether you’re looking to craft a compelling elevator pitch\, enhance your company presentations\, or create impactful profiles that reflect your personal and company identity\, we have you covered!  \nDon’t forget to bring your laptop! Our on-site technical assistance will be available to help with State Certification applications\, and you’ll want to ensure you have all your essential electronic financial documents ready to go. \n Join us! \n\nTake advantage of the Corporate Biz-Matching Program at no additional cost.\nParticipate in our Business-to-Business Roundtable Networking Session.\nIncrease your visibility by securing an exhibit table.\nBe part of the exclusive VIP Closing Network Reception.\n\n Don’t miss this chance to grow your business smarter and forge meaningful connections! Register today and join a community that celebrates and supports Latina / Women of Color entrepreneurs’ and Small Business unstoppable power! \n  \nREGISTER TODAY \n_______________________________________________________________________________________________ \n\nFEATURED SPEAKER\n \n\n\n_____________________________________________________________ \nAGENDA\n \n_____________________________________________________________ \n  \nBREAKOUT SESSIONS\n \n \n \n \n \n_______________________________________________________________________________________________ \n  \nBUSINESS MATCHMAKING\nDiscover the advantages of certifying your business to gain a competitive edge in your industry. Certification can prepare your business to participate in procurement and BIZMATCHING to bid on State\, Federal\, and corporate contracting opportunities. Come gain valuable insights from industry experts on how certification can give your business an advantage. \nWhat to Expect During BizMatch\nBusiness Matchmaking at Latina BizCon™ 2025 is your chance to sit down one-on-one with representatives from corporate\, government\, utility\, and prime contractor organizations actively seeking diverse suppliers. \nThese pre-scheduled 10-minute sessions allow you to: \n\nPresent your company’s capabilities\nExplore contract and partnership opportunities\nAsk direct questions about procurement needs and upcoming projects\n\nWhether you’re certified or working toward it\, this is a valuable opportunity to make meaningful business connections and position your company for growth. \nTip: Come prepared with your capability statement\, certifications (if applicable)\, and a strong elevator pitch! \nAre you interested in certifying your business with the state of California or meeting with state\, local government entities\, corporations\, and public utilities? Apply below.  \nAPPLY HERE \nCONFIRMED CORPORATE BUYERS \n \nOUR SPONSORS\n \n \nBECOME AN EXHIBITOR at Latina BizCon™ 2025\nShowcase your brand\, products\, or services in front of hundreds of Latina entrepreneurs\, small business owners\, and decision-makers across industries like health\, logistics\, IT\, construction\, and more. \nAs an exhibitor\, you’ll gain: \n\nDirect exposure to a diverse\, high-energy audience\nB2B networking with procurement officers\, chambers\, and corporate buyers\nBrand visibility before\, during\, and after the even\nOpportunity to sell products or promote services on-site\n\nWhether you’re a small business\, nonprofit\, or corporate brand\, this is your chance to connect with the fastest-growing entrepreneurial segment in the Inland Empire. \nLimited exhibitor spots available. Secure yours today! \nAPPLY TO EXHIBIT \n\nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES\nAre you interested in sponsoring a future workshop event or webinar? Please contact Maria M. Solano at maria@nlbwa-ie.org \n\nVOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES\nWe are now accepting volunteer applications to assist us during the event. \nApply Here\n  \nACCOMMODATIONS\nDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Ontario Airport\n222 North Vineyard Avenue\, Ontario\, CA 91764\nA limited room block is available for our guests on Wednesday\, October 29\, and Thursday\, October 30\, 2025\, at a special rate of $181.\n\n\nBOOK HOTEL\n\nDIRECTIONS AND PARKING\nOntario Convention Center\n2000 E Convention Center Way\, Ontario\, CA 91764\nSelf-parking Daily Cost $15.00\n***Please note that there are NO REFUNDS for this event. \n 
URL:https://nlbwa-ie.org/event/2025-latina-bizcon/
LOCATION:Ontario Convention Center\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Latina BizCon,Programs,Special Events
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SUMMARY:2024 Latina BizCon™:  Dream\, Dare\, Do\, Latina Entrepreneurs Breaking Barriers
DESCRIPTION:2024 Latina BizCon™: Dream\, Dare\, Do\, Latina Entrepreneurs Breaking Barriers\nJoin us at the 2024 Latina BizCon™ to celebrate and support Latina entrepreneurs who are breaking barriers\, achieving wealth\, and creating a family legacy. \nThis year’s conference honors the perseverance\, creativity\, and impactful contributions of Latinas and Women of Color in the business world. \nOur goal is to inspire you to dream big\, dare to take bold steps\, break through barriers\, build wealth\, and create a legacy for your family. \nImagine the possibilities Latina BizCon™ can unlock\, empowering you to strive for the highest potential and set ambitious goals. Draw inspiration from motivational keynote speakers and success stories shared by trailblazing Latina Entrepreneurs. \nHarness the tools and confidence to take risks and pursue new opportunities with break-up sessions designed to challenge conventional thinking and ignite your entrepreneurial spirit.  \nEnhance your skills and learn how to safeguard your business against growing cyber threats. Learn Essential HR Practices and Business Insurance Solutions\, and network with like-minded potential clients and entrepreneurs. \nLearn how certification can give your business an edge and connect you with corporate and government buyers at the BIZMATCH session. Gain expert insights into new business opportunities through state certification. \nOn-site experts will guide you through the certification application process; just bring your laptop with uploaded financial documents. \nGet the most out of your event experience by securing an exhibit table and joining us at the exclusive VIP Closing Reception. Boost your networking and marketing efforts and form valuable connections to drive your business forward! \nREGISTER NOW \nFEATURED SPEAKERS\n \n \nAGENDA\n \n  \nBREAKOUT SESSIONS\n \n \n \n \n \nBUSINESS MATCHMAKING\nDiscover the advantages of certifying your business to gain a competitive edge in your industry. Certification can prepare your business to participate in procurement and BIZMATCHING to bid on State\, Federal\, and corporate contracting opportunities. Come gain valuable insights from industry experts on how certification can give your business an advantage. \nCONFIRMED CORPORATE BUYERS \n \nREGISTER NOW \n  \nOUR SPONSORS\n \n \nREGISTER NOW \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES\nAre you interested in sponsoring a future workshop event or webinar? Please contact Maria M. Solano at maria@nlbwa-ie.org \nVOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES\nWe are now accepting volunteer applications to assist us during the event. \nVOLUNTEER\n\nACCOMMODATIONS\nMarriott Riverside at the Convention Center\n3400 Market St\, Riverside\, CA 92501\n\nBOOK HOTEL\nDIRECTIONS AND PARKING\nThe Riverside Convention Center offers surface parking immediately adjacent to the center. \nRiverside Convention Center\n3637 Fifth Street\, Riverside\, CA 92501\nConvention Center Parking Entrance: LOT 33\n3698 3rd Street\, Riverside\, CA 92501 \n\nConvention Center Parking Entrance is at Third & Main Street\nDaily Cost $15.00 – *Special Event Rates May Apply\n\nFor additional information\, please visit here. \n***Please note that there are NO REFUNDS for this event. \nPARTNERS\n \nVisit Conference Exhibitors \nIf you are interested in being an exhibitor\, please register here.
URL:https://nlbwa-ie.org/event/latina-bizcon-2024/
LOCATION:Riverside Convetion Center\, 3637 5th Street\, Riverside\, CA\, 92501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Latina BizCon
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SUMMARY:2023 Latina BizCon™ Technovation: Powering Small Businesses Into The Future
DESCRIPTION:2023 Latina BizCon™ Technovation: Powering Small Businesses Into The Future\nScale your business to new heights by gaining insight into the latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence. Discover how this transformative technology can be applied to any business\, regardless of industry.  \nAdditionally\, we offer a variety of informative sessions and workshops\, including: \nCertification for Women/Small Business Owners: Learn the steps and benefits of obtaining certifications that can open doors to new opportunities. Remember to bring your laptops with business financial documents uploaded to your laptops\, as we will provide on-site technical assistance to help you navigate the certification application process.  \nLatina BizMatch™: B-2-B\, Corporate\, State\, Federal\, and Utilities Company Matchmaking for Suppliers and Buyers: Engage in fruitful connections and collaborations with fellow entrepreneurs and potential clients.  \nNetworking & Marketing Opportunities: Purchase an exhibit table and join us at the VIP Closing Reception. You’ll experience valuable networking opportunities to forge new relationships\, exchange ideas and promote your business. \nAnd much more!!   \nJoin us at 2023 Latina BizCon to seize these enriching experiences and propel your business to the next level! \nREGISTER \n  \nFEATURED SPEAKER\n\n \n  \nAGENDA\n \n  \nBREAKOUT SESSIONS\n \n  \n \n \n \n \n  \nBUSINESS MATCHMAKING\nDiscover the advantages of certifying your business to gain a competitive edge in your industry. Certification can prepare your business to participate in procurement and BIZMATCHING to bid on State\, Federal\, and corporate contracting opportunities. Come gain valuable insights on how certification can give your business an advantage from industry experts. \nCONFIRMED CORPORATE BUYERS \n \n  \nREGISTER \n  \nOUR SPONSORS\n \n \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES\nAre you interested in sponsoring a future workshop event or webinar? Please contact Maria M. Solano at maria@nlbwa-ie.org \nVOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES\nWe are now accepting volunteer applications to assist us during the event. \nVOLUNTEER\n\nACCOMMODATIONS\nA block of rooms has been reserved for our group at the DoubleTree Hotel. Rate: $189+Tax\, Cutoff: 10/16/22 or until the block is filled. There is a 72hr cancellation policy for reservations and an overnight parking charge of $15 per vehicle. \nBOOK HOTEL\nDIRECTIONS AND PARKING\nParking for all cars and motorcycles is at the rate of $10.00\, limo/truck and trailer is at $20.00 and RV parking is $50.00.  Parking rates are per day\, per entry (no in/out privilege). Credit & Debit Cards ONLY (Mastercard\, Visa\, Discover\, and American Express are accepted.) Due to city regulations and insurance liability\, overnight parking in the dock area or any OCC parking lot is prohibited. To learn more\, view here. \nPARTNERS\n \nVisit Conference Exhibitors \nIf you are interested in being an exhibitor\, please register here.
URL:https://nlbwa-ie.org/event/2023-latina-bizcon/
LOCATION:Ontario Convention Center\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Latina BizCon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221027T080000
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SUMMARY:2022 Latina BizCon™ Facing and Embracing the Digital Future - Together
DESCRIPTION:2022 Latina BizCon™ Facing and Embracing the Digital Future – Together\nTo thrive in a rapidly changing environment\,  business owners must embrace innovation and technology. This year’s Latinas BizCon aims to provide the audience with an overview of how technologies like the internet\, automation\, big data\, and others are impacting the way businesses serve their customers and how the use of electronic data and business processes are now intrinsic to their normal operation. In this new world\, small business owners need to know how to protect their customers and business information from external attacks and how to leverage new powerful technologies to gain more customers\, increase their revenue and compete in this world.  \nLatina BizCon™ is an annual conference that brings together a community of influential\, innovative\, and passionate Latina entrepreneurs and small business owners from around the Inland Empire to share ideas\, learn from each other\, network\, and discover new opportunities for growth. \nIn this year’s conference you will hear from entrepreneurs and experts on how to protect your business from cyber threats and privacy breaches and what are the new “must know” technology trends that are impacting how businesses get ahead in the market. You will have the opportunity to engage with expert mentors to help you navigate and integrate these technologies into your business.  \nWe invite you to participate in our sessions on  “Business Matchmaking”\, how to  “Start your Small Business Certification”\, how to access local resources including capital\, and more.  \nREGISTER \n  \nSPEAKERS\n \n \n  \nAGENDA\n \n \n \n \n \n  \nBUSINESS MATCHMAKING\nBusiness owners who are interested in participating in this session at the Latina BizCon will have the opportunity to meet and greet buyers from corporate\, state\, federal\, and public utility companies in 1:1 matchmade meetings. Appointments are limited in number. Participants will need to purchase a Latina BizCon General Admission Ticket separately by clicking on the ‘Register’ button and completing a business profile to attend the Latina BizMatch ™. \nREGISTER \nOUR SPONSORS\n \n \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES\nAre you interested in sponsoring a future workshop event or webinar? Please contact Maria M. Solano at maria@nlbwa-ie.org \nVOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES\nWe are now accepting volunteer applications to assist us during the event. \nVOLUNTEER\nACCOMMODATIONS\nA block of rooms has been reserved for our group at the DoubleTree Hotel. Rate: $189+Tax\, Cutoff: 10/16/22 or until the block is filled. There is a 72hr cancellation policy for reservations and an overnight parking charge of $15 per vehicle. \nBOOK HOTEL\nDIRECTIONS AND PARKING\nParking for all cars and motorcycles is at the rate of $10.00\, limo/truck and trailer is at $20.00 and RV parking is $50.00.  Parking rates are per day\, per entry (no in/out privilege). Credit & Debit Cards ONLY (Mastercard\, Visa\, Discover\, and American Express are accepted.) Due to city regulations and insurance liability\, overnight parking in the dock area or any OCC parking lot is prohibited. To learn more\, view here. \nPARTNERS\n \n  \nVisit Conference Exhibitors\nComing Soon! \nIf you are interested in being an exhibitor\, please register here.
URL:https://nlbwa-ie.org/event/2022-latina-bizcon/
LOCATION:Ontario Convention Center\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Latina BizCon,Special Events
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