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SUMMARY:2026 LEILA Awards™
DESCRIPTION:LEILA ™ AWARDS CEREMONY\nLatina Entrepreneur In Leadership Awards™\n“Latinas Leading Forward: Building Our Legacy” \nThe LEILA™ Awards Gala returns in 2026 with a powerful and timely theme\, “Latinas Leading Forward: Building Our Legacy.” This signature celebration honors extraordinary Latina entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and leaders whose vision\, resilience\, and determination are creating generational impact across the Inland Empire and beyond. \nThis year\, we place a special spotlight on Honoring Her Steps — recognizing the paths our honorees have walked\, the barriers they have broken\, and the foundations they continue to build through entrepreneurship\, mentorship\, and meaningful community impact. Their stories remind us that today’s leadership is rooted in courage\, perseverance\, and the legacy of those who came before. \nJoin us for an inspiring evening dedicated to celebrating the women who lead with purpose\, uplift their communities\, and shape the future with intention and strength. The LEILA™ Awards proudly recognize Latina business leaders whose influence extends beyond personal success and into creating opportunities for the next generation in the following categories: \n\nLatina Owned Business of the Year\nLatina Owned Emerging Business of the Year\nLatina Executive of the Year\n\nGuests will enjoy an unforgettable evening of recognition\, connection\, and empowerment as we celebrate Latina excellence and amplify the stories that inspire us all. The gala also offers a unique opportunity to connect with legislators\, corporate executives\, and community leaders as we honor the women who lead forward\, lift others\, and build legacies that endure. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER TODAY\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nSPECIAL GUESTS\n \n\n\n \n \n  \nWhy Should I Attend? \n\nMotivation by the success of other women in business\nEmpowerment from multiple Fortune 1000 companies\nAdvertising and Influencer Marketing opportunities\nAn opportunity to break away from the corporate environment\, celebrate Latina success\, and have fun.\n\n\nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES\nFor LEILA Awards Sponsorship opportunities or sponsoring a future workshop event or webinar\, please contact Maria M. Solano at mmsolano@nlbwa-ie.org. For Community Entrepreneur Sponsorship\, please visit the Eventbrite page for various opportunities. \nBoth Corporate and Community Sponsors will be featured in our Program book\, please submit logos and business AD by March 19th to diana@nlbwa-ie.org to be included. \nVOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES\nWe are now accepting volunteer applications to assist us during the event. Below are some of the opportunities we’d like to offer in gratitude for the volunteer’s dedication and goodwill: \n\nFree one-year membership with a value of $150.00\nOpportunity to network with community leaders\, corporate executives\, and IE business community.\nComplimentary Meal before the Gala.\n\nApply Here\n\nACCOMMODATIONS\nA block of rooms has been reserved for our group at the DoubleTree Hotel. The group rate is $169.33 per night. Deadline is April 22\, 2026. \nBOOK HOTEL\n  \n  \nJoin us for a reception\, dinner\, dance\, and a night full of unforgettable moments!
URL:https://nlbwa-ie.org/event/2026-leila-awards/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Ontario Airport\, 222 N Vineyard Ave\, Ontario\, 91764\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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