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Rock The Street Wall Street Expands Programming to Toronto

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Rock The Street, Wall Street offers racially diverse high school/secondary school girls additional opportunities to engage with math before proactively selecting university courses and ultimately, their career pursuits. Importantly, RTSWS alumnae earn degrees in finance, economics or related fields at 5x the rate of the average female university student. Additionally, the organization has recently announced a reimagined Alumnae & Career Center for students and alumnae as they continue through the RTSWS programs, navigating university and entering the financial industry pipeline.

With 25 years of Wall Street experience, Ms. Cunningham turned her attention to empowering the next generation. “STEM professions are exciting and purposeful, they can lift families to the next economic rung, bringing more influence, accountability and engagement for each participant.”

RTSWS works with select high schools, and school champions. Ingrid Montarras of Harbord Collegiate Institute, serves in this role for Toronto. An experienced bilingual Business Teacher and department head leading change, Ms. Montarras has a strong track record of innovative teaching with a demonstrated history of working in the secondary education industry in Ontario.

“I’m delighted to serve as the first Toronto RTSWS School Champion. Together with Rock The Street, Wall Street, we can establish lasting connections that will bring financial and investment math understanding to new heights for our secondary school girls,” stated Ms. Montarras. “We can create an indelible mark on the business and academic communities in Toronto – what a wonderful opportunity!”

In addition, Amy Miller, most recently Managing Director & Global Head of Loan Syndication with Scotiabank, serves as RTSWS’ inaugural Advisory Council Member focused on engagement in Toronto and RTSWS’ overall reach across Canada.

“Ingrid Montarras as our School Champion and Amy Miller as Advisor, mark significant steps forward as Rock The Street, Wall Street forges robust corporate and academic relationships in Toronto, making a lasting impact on the young women in Canada,” commented Ms. Cunningham. “We have an array of remarkable accomplishments awaiting us in Canada and are enthusiastic about the positive changes we can help bring about together.”

Rock the Street, Wall Street’s supporting sponsors include leaders from BlackRock, Meta, J.P. Morgan, Scotiabank, LPL Financial, Ernst & Young, ING Americas, Ninety One, Bloomberg, Franklin Templeton, Invesco, Amazon, Broadridge, Carson Group, VDrde Partners and Corebridge Financial. Click here for a complete list.

About Rock The Street, Wall Street: RTSWS is an innovative 501(c)3 nonprofit that brings the world of finance to high school girls, helping to provide financial and investment literacy before college and career selections are made. Aiming to increase girls’ interest in the financial industry, former Wall Street executive Maura Cunningham founded RTSWS. RTSWS has expanded internationally to bring STEM to young women in more than 60 high schools across 30+ cities within the US, UK and Canada. The programs leverage female leaders in the financial industry as volunteer instructors and mentors, as well as sponsoring firms. RTSWS helps students see themselves in key roles, expanding their reach and offering them social capital and a flight path into the M in STEM careers. RTSWS alumnae earn degrees in finance, economics or a related business field at a 5x the US national average for women in college.

Girls often opt away from STEM, math in particular, at young ages. With a female leader actively involved in teaching each program, RTSWS strives to strengthen technical and mathematical skills, teach financial lexicon and create solutions to overcome the gender gap in math and investing. Powerful investment firms’ leadership statistics repeatedly demonstrate a lack of gender diversity in the C-suite and as money managers. The nonprofit deploys technology and in-person training to improve diversity in talent slates, increases qualified candidates reflecting all aspects of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and expands the talent pipeline for investment, technology and fintech firms.

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Kimberly Weinrick, Rock The Street, Wall Street, 1 917-224-5335, [email protected], https://rockthestreetwallstreet.com/

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American Indigenous Arts Celebration in Big Cypress Scheduled for November 3-4

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Event highlights will include adult and youth fashion shows, live alligator wrestling, Native American dance performances by Native Pride, and the exciting return of New Zealand’s HAKA Māori Cultural Experience. Attendees can shop among the numerous booths of Native artists, and craft vendors, while enjoying delicious Seminole cuisine, including fresh fry bread.

Admission is $10 for adults and $7.50 for seniors and students. Tribal members, children four and under, and museum members are free. There’s also a special group discount of $5 per person for parties of 10 or more who book in advance. Admission includes entrance to the event as well as the museum with its mile-long boardwalk. Parking is free.

For more information, please visit https://www.ahtahthiki.com/AIAC/

About the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum

The Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum opened in 1997 and is owned and operated by the Seminole Tribe of Florida. Situated in the Everglades on a 66-acre cypress dome on the Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation, the museum offers more than 5,000 square feet of gallery space. Exhibits feature rare artifacts and lifelike dioramas that depict Seminole life at the turn of the century. In 2009, the Museum became the first tribally governed museum to be accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. For more information, visit www.ahtahthiki.com and follow the museum on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ahtahthiki, Twitter www.twitter.com/ahtahthiki1, and www.instagram.com/ahtahthiki_museum/Instagram on Instagram.

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Melissa Sherman, Seminole Tribe of Florida, 1 9542148192, [email protected], ahtahthiki.com

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Women We Admire Announces The Top 50 Women Leaders in Law of 2023

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Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders in Law of 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Women We Admire is pleased to announce The Top 50 Women Leaders in Law of 2023. Over the course of the last several decades, women have made remarkable advancements towards achieving equality across various domains within the legal profession. To put this transformation into perspective, consider that in 1970, there were merely 8,000 women practicing law in the U.S. Fast forward to 2022, and this figure has skyrocketed to over 490,000 women attorneys nationwide. Meanwhile, women now constitute a majority among law school students across the country.

The accomplished women on this year’s list have been instrumental in leading their organizations by offering unparalleled legal guidance, championing the rights of their clients, and steadfastly upholding the tenets of justice. Their indispensable roles go beyond their exceptional legal acumen; they are trailblazers who shatter gender barriers, thereby paving the path for gender parity within the legal sphere and serving as inspirational figures for future generations of female lawyers. Their expertise and unwavering commitment enrich the diversity of perspectives in the decision-making processes of the legal system, thereby fostering a more equitable and well-rounded legal landscape.

Among the notable honorees featured on this year’s prestigious list, we find individuals such as Katie Jakola, a Litigation Partner and Trial Lawyer at Kirkland & Ellis. Possessing over two decades of extensive experience in intricate commercial litigation, Jakola’s illustrious career highlights encompass serving as trial counsel in the Deepwater Horizon litigation for BP, along with her role as BP’s national coordinating counsel for numerous personal injury cases.

Also deserving of recognition is one of IQVIA’s Senior Counsel, Janean Dunn, who has previously been honored by the National Black Lawyer’s as one of the Top 40 under 40 African American attorneys in business labor and employment law. Another exemplary awardee is Maggie Ebert, a Litigation Partner stationed in the Omaha office of Kutak Rock. Beyond her litigation practice, Ebert’s commendable pro bono work extends to assisting low-income families with the Green Card application process.

Please join us in celebrating the accomplishments of The Top 50 Women Leaders in Law of 2023.

Daniela Fonseca Puggina (Baker & McKenzie), Jennifer Chheda (Jones Day), Cindy Jen (Fragomen Del Rey Bernsen & Loewy), Janean Dunn (IQVIA), Britt Miller (Mayer Brown), Janee Weaver (Lyft), Marian Lee (McKesson Corporation), Mary Kaiser (Morrison & Foerster), Tamra Tyree Moore (Prudential Financial), Jamaica Szeliga (Seyfarth Shaw), Maggie Ebert (Kutak Rock), Elinor Sutton (Quinn Emanuel), Christina Russo (Akerman), Diane Cafferata (Quinn Emanuel), Dawn Yamane Hewett (Quinn Emanuel), Mary Powell (Trucker Huss), Carolyn Martino (Slovak Baron Empey Murphy & Pinkney), Marjorie Mesidor (Wigdor), Britt Whitesell Biles (Womble Bond Dickinson), Danielle Kays (Seyfarth Shaw LLP), Yvette Puckett Cravins (Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman), Monica Williams Monroe (Tucker Ellis), Nicole Kalajian (RimTn Law), Paula Wyatt (Wyatt Law Firm), June P. Bashant (Tietjen & McGuinn), Diea Schum (Donahue Fitzgerald), Charina P. Garcia (WR Immigration), Erin Lothson (Dandy), Ada Okafor (American Board of Surgery), Angka Hinshaw (Amundsen Davis LLC), Stephanie Hamm (Thompson & Horton), Karen Gottlieb (Grubman Shire Meiselas & Sacks, PC), Lauren Woodland (Novian & Novian), Tatyana Ruderman (InfoLawGroup, LLP), Ashley Jackson (Halo 7 Rum), and many others.

To view the full list visit https://thewomenweadmire.com/2023/09/18/the-top-50-women-leaders-in-law-of-2023/

About Women We Admire

Women We Admire provides news and information on today’s women leaders in business, entertainment, sports, motherhood, medicine, law, and many other fields. We cover a broad range of topics and areas of interest aimed at recognizing the achievements of exceptional women while inspiring others to aim high and continue their journey towards reaching their full potential. Women We Admire and its affiliates circulate its content to over 32,000 individuals and businesses.

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Editor, Women We Admire, 1 609-365-7014, [email protected], https://thewomenweadmire.com/ 

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The FEI Silicon Valley Women CFO of the Year Awards Debuts in Silicon Valley

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Valley’s best and brightest financial executives recognized at first-ever Women CFO event

MILLBRAE, Calif., Sept. 20, 2023 Financial Executives International (FEI) Silicon Valley hosted the first-ever Women CFO of the Year Awards recognizing the finalists and announcing the winners at the Green Hills Golf & Country Club, Millbrae, California on September 19th. This prestigious occasion recognized five women CFOs’ incredible contributions in the accounting and finance fields and their achievement in leading, inspiring, and motivating others as well as their profound influence on both business and our community. The event, which hosted an incredible turnout of Bay Area industry luminaries, was deemed a huge success.

The inaugural Awards honored CFOs of both public and private companies across four categories:

Public Company $1B+ Market Cap
Public Company <$1B Market Cap
Private Company $50M+ Revenue
Private Company <$50M Revenue

Winners Profiles:

Sherri Luther, Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, Lattice Semiconductor

Sherri Luther is Lattice Semiconductor’s Chief Financial Officer. She joined Lattice in January 2019 after serving as Corporate Vice President of Finance at Coherent Inc. Prior to Coherent, Sherri held a number of senior finance and accounting positions at companies including Quantum, Ultra Network Technologies, and Arthur Andersen. Sherri is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and graduated from the ExecutiveMBA Program at Stanford University Graduate School of Business. She serves on the Board of Directors of Silicon Labs and is also NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors) Directorship Certified.

Bonnie Tomei, Chief Financial Officer, Spectra7 Microsystems

Bonnie Tomei is the CFO of Spectra7 Microsystems Inc., a fabless semiconductor company (TSXV:SEV) (OTCQB:SPVNF). With over 20 years of finance and accounting experience, Bonnie is well-versed in helping companies grow through strategy, vision, and actions. Bonnie currently serves as a member of the board at GreenMe Solutions and was a member of the board at Asian Americans for Community Involvement and the Silver Creek Valley Country Club. Bonnie co-founded the Digital Assets Accounting Consortium to advocate for accounting guidance for digital assets.

Suzy Taherian, Chief Financial Officer, Xpansiv

Suzy Taherian has over 25 years of experience as CFO, COO, acting CEO, and board member for global companies. After 16 years with Exxon and Chevron, she went on to lead high-growth companies. She is currently the CFO of Xpansiv, which provides the global market infrastructure for energy transition. She also serves on the board of New Hold Investment Corporation, a Special Purpose Acquisition Company.

Suzy was part of the board audit committee, overseeing their IPO on NASDAQ and their subsequent purchase of Evolv. She has been an adjunct professor at the UC Davis Graduate School of Management for the last 10 years. She was recognized as one of the Top 100 Women of Influence by Silicon Valley Business Journal. She’s a contributor to Forbes.com, co-author of The 80/20 CFO, and speaker at How Women Lead.

Shannon Nash, Esq CPA, Chief Financial Officer, Wing (an Alphabet Company)

Shannon Nash, Esq. CPA is the Chief Financial Officer at Wing, a drone delivery company and a subsidiary of Alphabet, Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOGL). In addition, she holds positions on several boards, including serving on the Board and Audit Committee of NetScout Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: NTCT), as well as on the Board of SoFi Bank, a subsidiary of SoFi Technologies Inc.(NASDAQ: SOFI), and as the Board and Audit Chair at Lazy Dog Restaurants. Previously, Shannon held several positions at UserTesting (NYSE: USER), including Lead Independent Director, Chair of the Nominating & Governance Committee, and member of the Audit Committee. Shannon holds a Bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Virginia McIntire School of Commerce and a J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law. Shannon is the Executive Producer and Producer for OnBoard The Film: Story of Black Women on Boards.

M.G. Thibaut, Chief Financial Officer, DroneDeploy

M.G. Thibaut is the Chief Financial Officer of DroneDeploy. She has spent 15 years successfully leading and scaling the financial and operational aspects of early-to mid-stage venture-backed companies. Prior to joining DroneDeploy, she was the CFO of Copper CRM, and led Finance & Operations at both Strava and Revision3. Prior to her jump into start-ups, she led Business Operations, Strategy and FP&A teams at Yahoo! She spent her formative years in investment banking at Prudential Securities. M.G. has a BA from Stanford University and an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College.

Due to the event’s success, FEI-SV will be hosting the Women CFO of the Year Awards annually to recognize the contributions of women CFOs who inspire, influence, and empower our community and society at large. This year’s five award winners were carefully selected by the FEI independent selection committee from a substantial pool of nominees. The task of evaluating and choosing a winner from a pool of outstanding candidates was no small feat, but the FEI independent selection committee put in countless hours, thoughtful discussion, and careful consideration while maintaining integrity and fairness in the selection process.

“We are excited to honor exceptional female leadership within the financial executives community with the inaugural first-ever FEI-SV Women CFO Awards,” said Manpreet Grover, President of FEI Silicon Valley, CEO & Managing Partner of SOAProjects, and the event’s Host & Emcee. “Congratulations to all of the winners and to the organizations they serve, as well as all of our finalists. The talent pool we discovered during the nomination process truly showcased the uniqueness of our community and emphasized the pivotal role that women are playing in driving industry transformation.”

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About FEI

Financial Executives International (FEI) is a leading association comprised of Members who hold positions as Chief Financial Officers, Chief Accounting Officers, Controllers, Treasurers, and Tax Executives at companies in every major industry. FEI enhances Member professional development through peer networking, career management services, conferences, research, and publications.

Members participate in the activities of local Chapters in the U.S.

Media Contact

Erin Mills, Financial Executives International (FEI) Silicon Valley, 1 2012477605, [email protected], https://feisv.org

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Fintech Founder Bridges Gender Gap in STEM Through Mentor, Student Programs

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“LIFT provides mentorship, guidance, and networking opportunities to women, empowering them to break through pre-conceived barriers and thrive in a traditionally male-dominated field. By fostering a supportive community, our infectious efforts help level perceptions and foster pathways for success,” says Eaton. “For those yet to enter the workforce, our Paid for Grades program continues to make a remarkable difference in the lives of young individuals, equipping them with the tools and resources they need to excel academically.”

For students, self-esteem is often tied to their ability to develop skills in areas such as math, spelling, and social relationships. According to the American Psychological Association, both confidence and competence play a part in how students approach learning and how they recover in the face of failure or adversity. Low self-esteem can lead to self-doubt, which can deter students from pursuing academic challenges and may manifest further into feelings of guilt, frustration, and social disengagement. Building self-esteem can be accomplished through personal or academic successes, even small ones.3 Paid for Grades, a nonprofit established by Eaton and backed by local Tampa Bay businesses, is a self-improvement initiative that aims to provide students with these academic successes.

In collaboration with the Pinellas Education Foundation, Paid for Grades strives to equip students with the skills and self-assurance necessary for academic and personal success. Founded in 2013, Paid for Grades was inspired by Eaton’s own experience as a COO of a rapidly expanding tech company. Eaton hired local high school students for entry-level positions but recognized that many lacked the confidence and essential skills necessary to perform their jobs. With this realization, Eaton set out to provide educators, administrators, and at-risk students with the resources needed to help them succeed, build confidence, and excel academically.

Paid for Grades offers high school students the opportunity to earn $500 in cash for meeting designated program goals, participating in workshops, and completing an online life skills course. This cash reward serves as a concrete motivation for students to stay engaged, which leads to increased confidence, better grades, and improved practical life skills.

This year, the program experienced its highest-ever participation, with students, educators, and schools receiving nearly $206,000 in donations and awards. Over 200 freshmen from three Pinellas County high schools received $500 each. Mentors were rewarded $400 each, and schools earned $100 per student for programs and supplies. Paid for Grades has seen hundreds of local students increase their GPA, make marked improvements in reading comprehension, and gain invaluable skills that foster a more confident, purpose-driven outlook beyond the classroom.

Initially funded entirely by Eaton’s company,Chargebacks911®, the program now enjoys generous support from Florida’s business leaders and philanthropists, 100% of which directly supports students and schools. To date, Paid for Grades has donated more than $1.2 million to participating students, mentors, and schools.

Eaton says, “Through LIFT and Paid for Grades, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of fintech leaders, fostering diversity, and driving positive change in the industry. By investing in the education, mentorship, and empowerment of youth and women, we are building a more inclusive and innovative future for fintech. Together, we can break down barriers and create limitless possibilities for all.”

Women in fintech who would like to participate in the LIFT program as either a mentor or mentee can find more information at https://monicaec.com/lift-elevating-women-through-mentorship.

About Monica Eaton
As an acclaimed entrepreneur, speaker, and author,‥Monica‥Eaton‥is widely recognized as a thought leader in the FinTech industry and a champion of women in technology. She established her entrepreneurial credentials upon selling her first business at the age of 19. When a subsequent eCommerce venture was plagued by revenue-leeching chargebacks and fraud, Eaton rose to the challenge by developing a robust solution that combined human insight and agile technology. Today, her innovations are used by thousands of companies worldwide, cementing her reputation as one of the payment industry’s foremost experts in risk management, chargeback mitigation, and fraud prevention. Monica Eaton is honored to be the recipient of various industry awards. Her own expertise, as well as the services provided by her companies, has been recognized as outstanding by her peers and other industry leaders. Visit‥http://www.monicaec.com.

References
1. Women Fintech Founders Are Rare across a Booming Industry – Axios, axios.com/2022/03/08/women-fintech-founders-rare. Accessed 9 Aug. 2023.
2. “The Gender Gap in Stem.” MIT Professional Education, 8 Aug. 2023, professionalprograms.mit.edu/blog/leadership/the-gender-gap-in-stem/#:~:text=In%202023%2C%20the%20gender%20gap,28%25%20of%20the%20STEM%20workforce.;text=If%20we%20look%20at%20places,iv%20and%2014%25%20in%20India.
3. “Students Experiencing Low Self-Esteem or Low Perceptions of Competence.” American Psychological Association, apa.org/ed/schools/primer/self-esteem#:~:text=Self%2Desteem%20and%20perceived%20competence,take%20appropriate%20academic%20growth%20risks. Accessed 9 Aug. 2023.

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Karla Jo Helms, JOTO PR™, 727-777-4619, [email protected], jotopr.com

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A Game-Changer in Black-Owned Media

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USBC Media Network, the latest addition to the USBC family, will oversee the USBC Radio Network, NABOB, USBC Events, and USBC Media programs and initiatives. This acquisition ushers in a new epoch of enthralling storytelling, dynamic original content, talent development, and powerful advocacy within the media landscape.

Ron Busby, President and CEO of USBC, embraced this transformative milestone with unwavering enthusiasm. He stressed, “USBC Media Network is steadfast in its mission to empower, educate, and deeply engage through a vibrant tapestry of high-quality content spanning lifestyle, travel, urban pop culture, sports, business, entertainment, and political news—each delivered with a dedicated focus on enhancing the art of Black storytelling. This evolution opens up new horizons, presenting invaluable opportunities to the more than 257 Black-Owned Media and Broadcast Stations within the USBC-NABOB membership.”

This strategic acquisition will enable effortless collaboration among USBC’s 169 global chambers, collectively representing over 300,000 Black businesses and NABOB radio stations. Consequently, it will forge indispensable advertising pathways for Black-owned businesses and advertisers, spanning both Black-owned radio stations and digital platforms. This expansion promises to amplify the influence and outreach of these vital enterprises.

USBC Media’s vision transcends the confines of the airwaves. In addition to radio broadcasts, USBC Media will leverage its digital media platform, www.usbcnetwork.com, to provide programming and offer cost-effective advertising opportunities for businesses. Furthermore, it will actively collaborate with other Black-owned media outlets and advocate for policies that promote the advancement of Black media on a broader scale.

“Our mission remains unequivocal,” affirmed Ron Busby Sr., “We are unwaveringly committed to creating a media platform that fosters engagement and education, cultivating a profound understanding and appreciation for Black entrepreneurship, advocacy, culture, lifestyle, and experiences. Through our content, our objective is to spark meaningful dialogue, foster unity, and kindle transformative change.”

The acquisition of NABOB by USBC stands as a pivotal moment in the annals of Black-owned media. USBC and the new USBC Media Network are poised to redefine the media landscape, elevate Black voices, and continue the rich legacy of storytelling that resonates with and empowers the Black community.

About U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC):

The U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) provides committed, visionary leadership, and advocacy in the realization of economic empowerment. Through the creation of resources and initiatives, we support a network of African American Chambers of Commerce and business organizations in their work of developing and growing Black enterprises. Learn more at usblackchambers.org.

About USBC Media Network:

USBC Media Network, a division of the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc., is a transformative force in Black-owned media. Through diverse, high-quality content spanning various genres, USBC Media empowers, enlightens, and engages the Black community. With a mission to promote dialogue, unity, and change, USBC Media stands at the forefront of immersive storytelling and thought-provoking narratives. Learn more at www.usbcnetwork.com.

Media Contact

Tiffany Murphy, USBC, 1 4802678395, [email protected], https://usblackchambers.org/

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Tony Lama Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with the Premiere of El Hijo De El Paso

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Tony Lama, a renowned name in Western footwear, is excited to join the nation in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. This month-long celebration, which runs from September 15 to October 15, is an opportunity to recognize the Hispanic community’s profound culture, historical significance, and invaluable contributions. Tony Lama has launched a special campaign to honor this celebration and showcase the rich heritage and traditions that define their brand.

EL PASO, Texas, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Tony Lama, a renowned name in Western footwear, is excited to join the nation in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. This month-long celebration, which runs from September 15 to October 15, is an opportunity to recognize the Hispanic community’s profound culture, historical significance, and invaluable contributions. Tony Lama has launched a special campaign to honor this celebration and showcase the rich heritage and traditions that define their brand.

Tony Lama is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a short film highlighting the Hispanic community. El Hijo De El Paso, which means The Son of El Paso, highlights a charro’s dedication to his craft and legacy, a previous advertising director who helped shape the Tony Lama brand, Tony Lama’s grandson, and artisans from the El Paso factory. These artisans demonstrate pride and dedication in their work, embodying Tony Lama’s legacy. This captivating film, entirely in Spanish with English subtitles, premiered on Friday, September 15 at 7 p.m. CST.

Meet the Artisans featured in El Hijo De El Paso:

  • Tomas Garcilazo, Charro On The Road
  • Joseph Lama, Head of Purchasing at Tony Lama
  • Armando Romero, Former Director of Advertising at Tony Lama
  • Robert Torrez, Factory Manager at Tony Lama
  • Jesus Campos, Development & Design at Tony Lama
  • Claudia Navarro, Quality Inspector at Tony Lama
  • Eder Ramirez, Welt Stitcher at Tony Lama

“As a Hispanic myself, it was important to me to get this piece right. I wanted to pay homage to the artisans and the legacy that continues today in the world-renowned brand that is Tony Lama in the short film El Hijo De El Paso,” says Juan Ojeda, Videographer at Tony Lama. “This film showcases the pride in our roots, our culture, our people, and our boots. You won’t find another group of people who are more proud of their work than those who work at Tony Lama!”

Tony Lama’s Hispanic Heritage Month campaign centers on honoring the Hispanic community’s invaluable contributions to Western culture. The campaign pays tribute to the vibrant customs, artistic expressions, and achievements that have shaped the Western landscape for generations. Tony Lama wants to highlight the community that contributes so much to their brand and respect their values and artisanship. 99% of artisans in their El Paso, Texas factory are Hispanic. Without their dedication and craftsmanship, Tony Lama would not be the brand it is today.

“Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to pay tribute to the multifaceted experiences and immeasurable contributions of the Hispanic community,” said Taylor Morton, Public Relations Manager at Tony Lama. “At Tony Lama, we are proud to honor this celebration and the rich heritage that inspires us with an incredible short film. From the skilled artisans who create our boots to the vibrant traditions that define our artistry, we are honored to showcase our reverence for Hispanic culture.”

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month is crucial to Tony Lama’s commitment to cultural recognition. The brand will continue to honor the heritage of the Hispanic community and embrace the diverse experiences that shape Western culture.

Join Tony Lama in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Visit TonyLama.com to learn more about their campaign and watch the El Hijo De El Paso premiere.

About Tony Lama Boots
Tony Lama Boots is a brand of Western footwear that was founded in 1911 by Tony Lama in El Paso, Texas. Throughout history, Tony Lama has repeatedly proven to be the world’s most recognized Western boot brand by building a wide range of boots for both men and women, including cowboy boots, work boots, and casual shoes. Each pair of prized Tony Lama boots is a true work of art, meticulously crafted of the finest leathers. This reputation comes from 100+ years of experience in perfecting every step in the bootmaking process. For more information, visit http://www.tonylama.com.

Media Contact

Taylor Morton, Tony Lama, 8173482894, [email protected], tonylama.com

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Supply Chain Network Honors Exemplary Females Through 2023 Women in Supply Chain Award

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“This year, we received over 400 submissions, the highest amount of applications not only for this award, but also for all of our awards. What’s more, 118 of those applications were submitted by male counterparts, nominating their boss, co-worker or associate,” says Marina Mayer, Editor-in-Chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. “Last year, that figure was just at 75. Also this year, 39 women self-nominated, a tremendous uptick from last year’s award, which just saw 12 self-nominations.

“This shows progress. This shows hope that one day, we won’t need an award like this because men and women in the supply chain will be equal. While there’s still more work to be done, what we’re doing is working. From truck drivers to CEOs, what these winners are doing matters to the future of all supply chains.”

Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, founder of Let’s Talk Supply Chain podcast and Blended Pledge project, both exclusive sponsors of the Women in Supply Chain award, adds, “Women have been making a significant impact in supply chain management, contributing to the growth and innovation of the supply chain industry. As more women join the supply chain workforce, they bring diverse perspectives that can help address complex supply chain problems and improve global supply chain operations. It is important that we empower, recognize and elevate these achievements through initiatives like the Women in Supply Chain award, as seen through the overwhelming response. Congratulations to all the winners, those who nominated others and the bravery of those who nominated themselves.”

Also new this year, two winners were named overall Women in Supply Chain winners.

First up, meet Tiffany Mensen, director, national accounts for CHEP, tasked with spearheading new programs and facilitating collaboration to produce a positive impact toward the company’s circular business model (share, repair and re-use pooled pallets and containers).

Also meet Debbie Yu, co-founder of ISEE.AI, responsible for positioning ISEE to become a leader in the $100 billion global autonomous yard truck market.

Both women exhibit innovation to make the supply chain space better, safer and more efficient; passion to collaborate, mentor and promote women in supply chain; and grace while taking on new challenges and moving the needle every day, in every facet of their jobs.

To view the full list of winners and learn more about the overall winners, visit: https://www.foodlogistics.com/awards/women-in-supply-chain

Furthermore, to properly celebrate these exemplary women, Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive are hosting the second annual in-person event — Women in Supply Chain Forum, designed to help supply chain professionals and industry experts learn, grow, network, and more.

The Women in Supply Chain Forum, which will take place Nov. 14-15 at the Hotel Colee in Atlanta, is tailored to both men and women in executive-level positions looking to expand their professional network, enhance their businesses through thought-provoking discussion panels and celebrate the women that are making a difference within the supply chain every day.

“Gender diversity continues to be top of mind for many of today’s supply chains,” Mayer says. “While the supply chain industry is excelling at incorporating more women in the supply chain, there’s still more work to be done. This forum was designed to provide that safe space to talk about the real problems and challenges impacting females across the logistics space.

“But, for me, it’s more than that. It’s about learning, networking, educating others, building relationships and learning how to lean on the community that is the supply chain industry. For me, this forum enables men and women to come together and get real about the realities of what’s challenging and presenting opportunities for companies in all facets of the logistics spectrum.”

Go to https://www.womeninsupplychainforum.com/ to register, inquire about sponsoring or speaking, and to learn more about this very intimate event.

About Supply & Demand Chain Executive
Supply & Demand Chain Executive is the only supply chain publication covering the entire global supply chain, focusing on trucking, warehousing, packaging, procurement, risk management, professional development and more. Supply & Demand Chain Executive and sister publication Food Logistics also operate SCN Summit and Women in Supply Chain Forum. Go to https://www.sdcexec.com/ to learn more.

About Food Logistics
Food Logistics reaches more than 26,000 supply chain executives in the global food and beverage industries, including executives in the food sector (growers, producers, manufacturers, wholesalers and grocers) and the logistics section (transportation, warehousing, distribution, software and technology) who share a mutual interest in the operations and business aspects of the global cold food supply chain. Food Logistics and sister publication Supply & Demand Chain Executive also operate SCN Summit and Women in Supply Chain Forum. Go to https://www.foodlogistics.com/ to learn more.

About AC Business Media
AC Business Media is a leading business-to-business media and business intelligence company with a portfolio of renowned brands in heavy construction, asphalt, concrete, paving, rental, sustainability, landscape, manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain markets. AC Business Media delivers relevant, cutting-edge content to its audiences through its industry-leading digital properties, trade shows, videos, magazines, webinars, and newsletters. It also provides advertisers the analytics, data, and ability to reach their target audience. Learn more at https://www.acbusinessmedia.com/

Media Contact

Marina Mayer, Supply & Demand Chain Executive, 8005385544, [email protected], https://www.sdcexec.com/

Chantal Zimmermann, AC Business Media, 8005385544, [email protected], https://www.acbusinessmedia.com/

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