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March 8, 2013
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HOPE to Release Groundbreaking Report Offering In-depth Look at the Economic Status of Latinas in California
Wells Fargo to unveil national announcement for women-owned small businesses
--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Wells Fargo:
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WHAT:
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Hispanas Organized for Political Equality (HOPE) will release a groundbreaking study sponsored by Wells Fargo at HOPE’s 22nd 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.
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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. |
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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. |
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WHO:
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Lisa Stevens, lead executive for Small Business, Wells Fargo
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Helen Torres, executive director, HOPE
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Elsa E. Macias, Ph.D., Research and Policy Consultant
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Leo Estrada, associate professor, Urban Planning, UCLA, School of Public Affairs
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Beatriz Stotzer, CEO, NEW Capital, LLC
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Assembly member Jose Medina, chair of the Committee on Jobs, Economic Development and the Economy
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WHEN:
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March 8, 2013
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10 - 11 a.m. Panel discussion highlighting research findings
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1 - 1:30 p.m. National announcement from Wells Fargo (at the main Ballroom)
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WHERE:
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Millennium Biltmore Hotel Emerald Room |
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506 S. Grand Ave. |
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Los Angeles, CA 90071 |
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WHY:
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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. |

for Wells Fargo
Maria Fernanda Trochimezuk, 310-696-9585
maria.fernanda@jelenagroup.com
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