Hispanic business

Latino entrepreneur John Cueva is a pioneer in holographic technology A pilot's multi-functional visor keeps pushing the boundaries of technology. This is how John's back story on how he got involved in the holographic optical industry…

The ability to quickly adapt, recover and reinvigorate in business is a constant requirement "I have missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I have lost almost 300 games. On 26 occasions I have been entrusted to take the…

It can be difficult for Hispanic small businesses to retain top talent; however, it’s not impossible. In this article, you can learn the main reasons employees leave and how to prevent turnover of your best performers. Losing a…

 Motivating employees drives success, increases productivity and motivation in the workplace As a business owner or manager, you know you can’t force your employees to do anything. Micromanagement often simply serves to…

Five meeting-planning best practices to help improve meeting quality. Face-to-face business meetings can be productive and don’t have to break the bank if they are planned carefully and well in advance Meetings hold such…

5 simple rules can help women in business capitalize on their strengths to successfully lead Women in business I am sure all of you have read business books about what people do or what they tell people to do—lead,…

The art of selecting and working with professionals of diverse disciplines can be daunting. Carlos Garcia shares key insights and lessons learned. Building a Hispanic business, The Accidental Entrepreneur You never run…

At the same time making powerful positive statements.

Hispanic businessman Adelo Ramirez, owner of Los Gemelos Restaurant & Tortilleria, is living the American dream. Hispanic businessman restaurateur Adelo Ramirez has seen a lot of change in his life, including moving from…

There is nothing more exciting than to spend a South Florida afternoon honoring 12 Latinas who have contributed to the south Florida communities and a Latina Pioneer for 2018. The Hispanic Women of Distinction Charity luncheon to be held…

Be careful what you wish for when managing growth...here are three key factors to help. Every Hispanic entrepreneur wants his/her company to grow, and growth is a good thing. But managing that growth can be trickier…

In 2016 Latin Business Today featured a cross section of Hispanic businesses. Here are three Hispanic businesses many featured in 2016. Included in this group were notable Hispanic small businesses from three industries: a…

Business is a family affair for two Hispanic businesswomen the owners of Bronxville's Chantilly Patisserie. When they were in high school, Maria and Mariana Delgado Gambini did some community service as part of their high…

Business is a family affair for two Hispanic businesswomen the owners of Bronxville's Chantilly Patisserie. When they were in high school, Maria and Mariana Delgado Gambini did some community service as part of their high…

Hispanic business owner spends his down time volunteering for not-for-profits Playing With Time It’s mind-boggling how much people can cram into one day, as if they have clocks that go up to 32 hours instead of 24. But…

These Hispanic family vineyards founders share immigrant roots and a strong Hispanic work ethic. This article is part two of two-part series that examines the Hispanic winemaking industry. Part one looked at the…

Latino immigrants' experiences and qualities are major assets for entrepreneurship. Statistics regarding Latino immigrants in the U.S.  are showing demographic shifts whereby the Latino population will continue to increase at…

Hispanic Heritage Month- I hope to be able to bestow the same effect on future generations in my family. Throughout my life, I always endeavored to own a business to both create and control my own future. This mindset was fostered by…

Hispanics continue to climb up the socioeconomic ladder, opening up businesses and shaping public policy According to the latest numbers from the Pew Hispanic Center, the share of the Hispanic immigrant population is slowing.…

Why legal counsel is a critical part of a small business growth Well established companies like Coca Cola, American Airlines, Microsoft, and numerous other Fortune 500 companies consider their legal…

Many Latinos believe that the “American Dream” rests in the ownership of a small business. Not strangers to hard work and strong work ethics, many Hispanics have launched businesses of their own which has given the…

As a child in Honduras this Hispanic businesswoman was inspired by chocolate which has come back full circle Chocolate comes full circle via the heart and hands of Maribel Lieberman- a retrospective. For this Hispanic businesswoman …

A view of Hispanic businesswomen on education, equal pay and safe, affordable childcare, issues that support a better society Recently, the New York Times ran a story that caused me to reflect on the achievements of the…

Part 2- Hispanic Businesses and the Food Industry- There are increasing opportunities for Hispanic entrepreneurs to live the American dream in the food industry Thanks to shifting U.S. demographics that are skewing Hispanic,…

Part 1- There are increasing opportunities for Hispanic businesses and entrepreneurs to live the American dream in the food industry Thanks to shifting U.S. demographics that are skewing Hispanic, there are now more…

Social networks provide a wealth of information and the opportunity to extend your reach for very little financial investment. Your Activity in Social Networks Can Be Good For Your Business Whether by blogging, tweeting,…

Video perspectives on Hispanic business from visionary Irving Wladawsky-Berger, his insights on technology and innovation. In this video episode Irving Wladawsky-Berger shares his depth of knowledge on Hispanic business as…

Argentine Artist Nadine Baurin Finds Her Balance “Stillness,” by Nadine Baurin, 2009. Photo: Courtesy of the artist Creativity rarely goes hand-in-hand with business acumen. Business doesn’t interest many artists, as…

A step by step approach to a small business loan and keys to financing As a business professional contemplating a small business loan, you may have one small hurdle to overcome that you never considered before: You probably come from…

Hispanic business and small business is at the forefront of  Noam Bramson's campaign platform. In his bid for the County Executive seat in Westchester County, Noam Bramson hopes to take some of the lessons learned in New…

Westchester County, New York, combines economic assistance with networking to help Hispanic businesses succeed In a county with a large number of Hispanic residents, the need to help Hispanic businesses grow and thrive is easy…

Despite Skepticism and Misinformation, Hispanic Immigrants Thrive as Knowledge Workers and Entrepreneurs For millions of Hispanic entrepreneurs, employees and business owners, the current shrill and misinformation-filled discourse on…

Stronger education from the start will lead to prosperity Editor's Note: This is part one of a two-part series. Numbers talk, and when it comes to the Latino population in the U.S., they tell a remarkable story. It seems no one…

Schools, parents and the entire community—including businesses—come together to help Hispanic students. Editor’s note: This article concludes a two-part series. The African Proverb, “It takes a whole village to raise a child” is…

Independent workers will soon become the majority. Is it time to choose that path? I was recently laid off from my job as director of creative development at The Weather Channel. This is my second layoff since 2009. I have…

With 96% of consumers outside the U.S. tips on how Hispanic small business leaders navigate cross-border business abroad Thanks to a shift in spending habits following the recession, foreign markets offer the greatest growth…

Hispanic entrepreneurs can take advantage of the competitive retail scene in the Central American tourist spot Editor’s note: This article is part three in a three-part series I’d be remiss if I overlooked the retail sector when it…

Gringos and non-gringos alike are taking advantage of the exploding Costa Rican tourist industry Editor’s note: This article is part two in a three-part series Businesspeople looking to establish a new Hispanic small business in…

Going over the fiscal cliff would result in tax changes that are detrimental to small businesses. Editor’s Note: The opinions expressed are those of the writer. Latin Business Today strives to provide a forum to exchange ideas and…

Gringos and non-gringos alike are taking advantage of the exploding Costa Rican tourist industry Editor’s note: This article is part one of a three-part series based on the author’s recent book entitled Pura Vida. According to a…

Two perspectives- Advertisers want dogs; consumers are cats In an advertiser’s febrile fantasy, consumers come home, grab a comfy sofa and cuddle up with their favorite brand. Advertisers like loyalty. Loyalty is good: it is much…

It’s critical to begin with the end in mind when determining your walk-away number As Stephen Covey points out in “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” the very first step in any project is to figure out what outcome…

Hispanic Ancestry Explores Roots on Parents Native Soil Editors note: This article is part one of a two part series. Those who know me, know that this has been my dream, to travel to the forbidden land of my forefathers…

Rousing leadership sets off a chain reaction that propels a business forward Editor's note: This is the 3rd installment in the series. Read part one here and part two here. So far in this series, I have covered reason and…

Presidential campaign leaders tout their candidates’ views on taxes, healthcare and Latino businesses The Small Business Administration estimates that 23 million small businesses are located in the U.S., accounting for 54…

Understanding the value of stepping away from a large corporation to build a Hispanic business Like many Hispanic business people Fortune 500 companies are great to work with until they interfere with your core values. That's the situation…

El burro coge—one of the crudest phrases in Spanish—holds the key to getting results Real story: I have this friend (who shall remain very anonymous). Beautiful, smart, funny, she had a ton of guys after her, of course.…

"Outside In" author explains how the six disciplines of customer experience can help businesses succeed Editor's Note: This article concludes a two-part series. In our new book, "Outside In," my co-author and I introduce the six…

What's your business's communication message? They see wall-to-wall beautiful women. Guy No. 1 sees this stunningly beautiful woman, sits in a miraculously empty stool next to her and starts talking about himself - his cars, his…

Both political parties are courting the Hispanic vote in the 2012 election The Hispanic population in the United States has become the fastest-growing demographic group, and Hispanic businesses increase Latino affluence…

An inspirational Hispanic businesswoman, actress and comedienne Latina comedienne Kiki Melendez has created a smash hit with her bilingual docu-comedy The Journey of a Female Comic (La Trayectoria de Una Comediante). The…

Jacobo Salazar taught his daughter and son-in-law the importance of always helping others Many people have helped me in my career. Each had an important role in shaping me. Some went out of their way to teach me. Others are…

As global vice president of Latin Affairs, Rudy Beserra uses his networking skills and business acumen to benefit the Coca-Cola Company If Rudy Beserra were stranded on a desert island, the one thing he’d want with…

As the presidential campaigns enter the homestretch Hispanic business owners should welcome the debate on commerce, taxes and job growth Editor’s Note: The opinions expressed are those of the writer. Latin Business…

Our list includes 10 top smartphone apps can help your business succeed in an economy that is increasingly driven by mobile Image: Fotolia According to recent studies from Nielsen, Hispanic professionals are…

The proliferation of smartphones and other mobile devices among Hispanic consumers underscores the importance of using mobile marketing. Image: Fotolia One of the most interesting stories that I have seen…

Small businesses can take advantage of Twitter’s low cost, time-management and search optimization benefits to improve customer satisfaction How Small Businesses Can Benefit from Twitter On July 2012, Bloomberg Businessweek…

Resources are available to help your Hispanic business develop its branding strategy, which is an integral element of any marketing strategy Image: FotoliaIn a world of short attention spans, a great product or first-class service is rarely…

Returning to the workforce as an employee—selling his company—has benefits and challenges but Carlos E. Garcia looks to a new lease on life In part one of this chapter, I talked about my transition from Hispanic…

In Chapter 6 of his Accidental Entrepreneur series, Carlos Garcia shares the after effects—both positive and negative—of his start-up company’s purchase by a larger firm No te preocupes, there is life after…

2.3 million Hispanic entrepreneurs and Hispanic small businesses may benefit from the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act There are 5.5 million self-employed or small minority owned businesses in the United…

Heading back to school is one way for Hispanic business owners to gain the skills necessary to tackle the challenges that often come with entrepreneurship On the surface it looks like Hispanic business owners are finally beginning to…

What’s in play? What happens now that some of the Bush tax cuts for businesses expire at the end of 2012? Photo: Fotolia Note: This article is part one of a two-part series. The Bush tax cuts that were largely…

A successful Hispanic business needs a strategy that keeps customers coming back Photo: FotoliaAs a Hispanic small business owner, today’s competitive market may be intimidating. If a competitor cuts prices or offers other incentives, you…

Entrepreneur taps IBM SmartCamp resources to help expand startup healthcare IT business Members of the CareCloud team at the South Florida Business Journal’s 2012 Business of the Year Awards event. CareCloud was a finalist…

Latin Business Today has collaborated with IBM to aid in providing unique and relevant content on innovation and best business practices to the Hispanic business community Small businesses employ half of all private sector workers in the…

Chapter 2 – Getting Started, The First Three Years I am a researcher, that’s who and what I am. And I am a Hispanic researcher, dedicated to bringing the voice of the Hispanic population to the people who need…

Get started, SBA primer on exporting Small businesses looking to increase sales and profit, reduce dependence on the domestic market and stabilize seasonal fluctuations should consider exporting. Nearly 96 percent…

Cuba’s burgeoning market economy represents opportunity for Hispanic businesses and Hispanic entrepreneurs as the U.S. ‘people-to-people’ visa program partially opens the doors to the island nation. In central Havana, murals…

In a far-reaching and hostile economy, Hispanic business owners can investigate their eligibility for government assistance funds. The Hispanic population in the United States has grown near-exponentially in the past few…

Seven 2012 auto options for your business Hispanic-owned small and medium businesses looking to buy or lease a new vehicle will find a full slate of full-featured 2012 models ranging from sporty to luxury. Here’s a sampling.…

Here’s how to make your business eligible to compete for federal contracts. If you’re a business owner of Hispanic descent, or a woman, or a U.S. veteran, you might not have thought of that part of your identity as a…