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SUMMARY:2026 Latina BIZCON™ - The Leverage Year
DESCRIPTION:2026 Latina BIZCON™\n“The Leverage Year” \nPrepare for a day filled with inspiration and practical strategies designed to help you shift from trading time for money to creating genuine leverage.  \nDiscover essential tips on workforce compliance\, how to leverage your economic legacy\, and effective operational strategies. You will also learn techniques for connecting with your audience and for harnessing technology\, such as AI\, to achieve success\, and how to build\, protect\, and leverage your legacy for the benefit of both your family and your community. Learn how to protect and build your legacy for the advantage of your family and community.  \nThis isn’t just another conference; it’s your opportunity to learn\, grow\, and take action within a supportive community. Let’s make 2026 the year you thrive! \nWorkshops this year:\n\nHR\nBranding\nFinancial Legacy\nLatina Entrepreneur Success Story\nCertification\nBizMatch\nSpeed Networking\n\n Join us for this transformative experience! \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.\nGet certified to help you score with the government\, utilities\, and corporations.\n\nDon’t forget your laptop! Our on-site technical assistance will help with State Certification applications\, so be sure to have your essential financial documents and business cards ready. \nREGISTER NOW \n  \n_______________________________________________________________________________________________ \nFEATURED SPEAKER\n \n  \n \n_____________________________________________________________ \n  \nAGENDA\n \n  \n_____________________________________________________________ \nBREAKOUT SESSIONS\n \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™ 2026 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 and local government entities\, corporations\, and public utilities? Apply below.  \nAPPLY HERE \n  \nCONFIRMED CORPORATE BUYERS \n \n\nOUR SPONSORS\n \n \nBECOME AN EXHIBITOR at Latina BIZCON™ 2026\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 event\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 HERE \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. \nAPPLY HERE\n\nACCOMMODATIONS\nDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Ontario Airport\n222 North Vineyard Avenue\, Ontario\, CA 91764\n\nA limited room block is available for our guests at a special rate.\n\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  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://nlbwa-ie.org/event/2026-latina-bizcon/
LOCATION:Ontario Convention Center\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Latina BizCon,Programs,Special Events
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