Our History
The National Latina Business Women Association was established in July 2003 in Los Angeles, NLBWA emerged as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. It was founded by a group of Latina entrepreneurs and corporate professionals who recognized the importance of mentors and educational programs in empowering business owners and professionals. Since then, NLBWA has expanded nationally, with chapters in various cities across the country.
Today, NLBWA-LA is the largest chapter with over 300 active members and a reach that is expanding to various regions in the Los Angeles County.
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OUR MISSION
To Empower Latinas to develop their professional and business skills through educational programming, mentoring, and networking to support their career goals by building strong relationships and business referrals within the membership and communities.
OUR VISION
NLBWA-LA aims to be the premier organization that develops and supports the growth and sustainability of Latina entrepreneurs, business owners, and career professionals.
Who We Represent
We represent the Latina, who is 45% of the total female population in Los Angeles. The demographics we serve are the Entrepreneurs, Executive and Corporate Professionals, who are Key Influencers that impact behavior in the community.
Latinas are the fastest growing demographic in the country and are achieving higher education at record numbers and starting more businesses than their peers.
Latinas are a key growth engine of the U.S. economy. 86% of Latinas are the primary shopper in the household, so they control the lions share of the $1.4 trillion in annual Hispanic buying power.
The epic increase of U.S. born Latina females represents the nations future workforce that will be bicultural and bilingual.
