This new site leverages A Place for Mom’s expertise in meeting family needs across home care and senior living. However, the new platform differs from A Place for Mom’s traditional advisory business in that the site is designed to be a self-directed experience for families looking for skilled care, with everything they need at their fingertips to connect with facilities quickly.
“In working with families, we found a significant gap in being able to identify and evaluate short-term and long-term skilled facilities under a tight timeline. Our new offering will much more effectively provide families with the information they need to make confident skilled care decisions with greater peace of mind,” said Miho Jacobs, General Manager of NursingHomes.com and Chief Corporate Development Officer at A Place for Mom. “At the same time, we have heard loud and clear that SNFs have struggled to effectively reach families, and our new directory will help families and facilities come together while also providing hospitals with a new robust resource for their patients.”
The directory has been built to serve the 15,000 Skilled Nursing Facilities that, until now, didn’t have the opportunity to properly feature the right differentiating information about their facilities.
The directory is also an important resource for care management teams at healthcare systems and hospitals across the country. “Now patients will be able to more easily navigate the process of researching, comparing, and contacting skilled facilities all within one comprehensive tool,” said James Thorman, SVP and General Manager of A Place for Mom’s Healthcare and Home Care business.
For a limited time, NursingHomes.com is offering Skilled Nursing Facilities a free trial of its Premium Profile subscription, with 300 skilled facilities already signed up. For facilities interested in maintaining the Premium Profile level after the trial, a subscription will be offered for a fee. For more information about becoming a Premier partner, please contact [email protected].
About A Place for Mom A Place for Mom is the leading online platform connecting families searching for senior care with a team of experienced local advisors providing insight-driven, personalized solutions. As the nation’s leading senior advisory service, A Place for Mom’s mission is to enable caregivers to make the best senior living decisions. With hundreds of senior living experts nationwide, A Place for Mom helps hundreds of thousands of families every year navigate the complexities of finding the right senior living solution for their loved ones across home care, independent living, memory care, assisted living, and more. A Place for Mom’s service is provided at no cost to families because it is paid for by the senior living communities and home care providers in its network. For more information, please visit aplaceformom.com.
“And we’re grateful to Buy From A Black Woman for making this possible. It’s because of innovative programs like The Black Woman Business Accelerator Program that we’ve been able to grow into a distinguished firm,” shares Nantale.
“At Buy From A Black Woman we take our job of ensuring that Black Women Business Owners are seen, heard and supported seriously. We’re moving forward with removing the number of barriers that were put in place to prevent this from happening, and we’re excited to assist Nantale with obtaining her MBE certification with the NMSDC as part of our partnership with H&M,” explains Nikki Porcher, the founder of nonprofit organization Buy From A Black Woman.
“Empowering businesses like Black Girl PR strengthens our communities and promotes economic equality. And as we move forward with our programming, we’ll remain committed to removing systemic barriers, fostering innovation and leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come,” adds Nikki.
By obtaining this certification, Black Girl PR opens up new opportunities to collaborate with corporations, government agencies and other organizations that are actively seeking to diversify their supplier base and support minority-owned businesses.
Black Girl PR has emerged as a trailblazer in the industry, offering public relations services tailored to empower Black women entrepreneurs and business leaders. The firm’s core mission is to provide strategic and impactful communications solutions, while advancing the narrative and visibility of underrepresented voices.
Black Girl PR has already made a significant impact, helping 3,662 businesses in just three years. The firm has helped them boost their online presence to drive website traffic and sales. Clients who’ve successfully completed the firm’s
Brand Impact Program have increased their reach to an audience of 7,324,694,198, and increased their website traffic and sales by up to 60%. With the MBE certification, Black Girl PR aims to further empower their clients and facilitate access to resources that will fuel their success.
To learn more about Black Girl PR and the services available to Black women founders and thought leaders, visit www.BlackGirlPR.com
About Black Girl PR
Black Girl PR is an award-winning PR firm that helps Black women leaders gain publicity and boost their online presence, so they reach more people and have a bigger impact.
Founded in August 2020 to amplify Black women’s voices, the firm provides PR services that increase brand awareness, build trust and credibility, and drive website traffic and sales.
Theme: Stride into Success: Educate. Empower. Expand.
PLANO, Texas, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — On Saturday, December 2, 2023, at 6:00 PM, the Collin County Black Chamber of Commerce will host its 2023 year-end celebration at the Plano Event Center. This event will be a Sneaker Ball, where sophistication meets sneakers and empowerment meets entertainment.
The theme for this year’s event is Stride into Success: Educate. Empower. Expand. This year’s theme reflects the idea that education is the foundation for empowering businesses to expand their reach and achieve success. Sneakers can represent the forward momentum gained through knowledge, and the event can feature educational panels, keynotes, and interactive experiences that provide valuable insights for scaling businesses.
During this lavish event, the Collin County Black Chamber of Commerce leadership will award several youth scholarships and Trailblazer Awards to impactful local community leaders and business owners. In addition, at this event, the Chamber leadership will formally install 2024 Executive Committee Officers and Board Directors, showcase local vendors and include prizes and live entertainment.
The mission of the Collin County Black Chamber of Commerce is to empower and support Black-owned businesses in Collin County. CCBCC is proactive in developing programs and events that will have a positive economic impact on our community by promoting, maintaining, and supporting minority businesses through leadership opportunities, community support, and business-building programs. CCBCC will continually strive to enhance the patronage of minority businesses in Collin County.
To purchase tickets to attend the 2023 Year End Sneaker Ball Celebration, please visit our website: https://www.ccblackchamber.org/event/ccbcc-annual-gala-sneaker-ball-2023/. Early bird tickets are on sale now. For information on CCBCC membership, upcoming community events, or general meeting information, please visit the CCBCC website at www.ccblackchamber.org or contact the Events Committee via email [email protected] The deadline for sponsorships, vendors, stories, and advertisements for the souvenir booklet is October 15, 2023. The final deadline for dinner tickets is Monday, November 20, 2023.
HIGHLAND, Calif., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Governor Gavin Newsom announced Friday that San Manuel Tribal Council Member, Laurena Bolden, has been appointed as a commissioner for the Native American Heritage Commission (NAHC). Bolden is the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians’ Second…
“We believe financial inclusion is not a privilege but a fundamental right. And we know access to financial literacy is critical to economic mobility for the underserved. We want to dismantle barriers to resources that can transform lives,” said Aequalend CEO and Co-Founder Marc Hernandez. “By leveraging cutting-edge technology, embracing diversity, facilitating knowledge and maintaining an unwavering commitment to our mission, Aequalend is poised to redefine financial inclusion in the United States.”
The TIAA Institute-GFLEC Personal Finance Index, an annual study that assesses financial literacy among U.S. adults, reports significantly lower financial literacy rates among Hispanic and Black Americans, who correctly answered 6% and 7% of P-Fin Index questions, respectively. White and Asian Americans correctly answered 24% and 23% of the questions, respectively. Additionally, financial literacy rates are declining with each generation, which only compounds the financial challenges Gen Z faces.
“As minorities ourselves, we’ve witnessed the struggles that result from the inclusion gap firsthand – both amongst our families and our customers,” said Aequalend President and Co-Founder Sandra Estrella. “Not only is there a lack of affordable, accessible and culturally competent financial products to meet these consumers’ needs, they’re already behind from birth and very rarely catch up because they lack financial literacy. And a lack of financial literacy in the U.S. isn’t unique to minorities; it’s a major issue that’s also currently impacting Gen Z across all races and ethnicities. We want to make a difference.”
KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
Tailored financial solutions: Recognizing that one size doesn’t fit all, Aequalend offers residential mortgages, personal loans and credit cards, small business loans, financial education and personalized financial management tools designed to meet the unique needs and challenges of underserved communities.
Financial literacy: Aequalend believes in empowering its customers. Beyond just providing financial services, the company prioritizes financial literacy ensuring its customers understand how to use its products and possess the knowledge to make sound financial decisions, thereby fostering financial independence.
Culturally competent services: Aequalend is committed to understanding and respecting the diverse cultural nuances of its customers, making it truly relatable.
Tech-driven accessibility: Using innovative technology, like artificial intelligence and blockchain, to democratize access to wealth creation, Aequalend delivers a seamless, secure and transparent user experience that promotes trust and long-term relationships with its customers.
The nation is witnessing the intersection of finance and technology, as well as a surge in minority entrepreneurs, families and individuals looking to shape their financial destinies. These factors are transforming the way people manage their money, access credit, invest and make payments – democratizing access to previously exclusive financial services. With a focus on financial inclusion, innovation and community empowerment, as well as a commitment to transparency, Aequalend is well-positioned to make a lasting difference in the lives of the individuals and communities it supports.
Hernandez and Estrella have a combined 40 years of financial services experience with a focus on helping minorities purchase homes. Aequalend’s team brings vast experience in finance, technology and community development, as well as a profound grasp of compliance requirements, to the table. The company currently serves residents in Texas, Georgia, Colorado, Florida and Washington, D.C., and plans to expand its operations across the U.S. in the coming months.
As it grows its national presence, Aequalend is also looking to grow its team with associates who share its vision for a more equitable financial future in the U.S. and an undivided approach to finance.
About Aequalend
Aequalend (pronounced eh-KWUH-lend) is a minority-owned fintech company seeking to revolutionize the financial services industry by addressing financial exclusion in the U.S. With a focus on innovative technology, affordable financial solutions and financial literacy education, the company’s mission is to help close the financial wealth gap and build generational wealth within underserved populations across America. Aequalend is headquartered in Houston. To learn more, visit www.aequalend.com
The funds raised will support programs such as ignITe, an upskilling and reskilling program for women in tech, and iLEADinSTEM, a scholarship-based program that introduces girls to science and technology fields.” Over 18 months, 100 women attending the ignITe program have improved their career prospects and raised their wages by $1.6 million by earning tech certifications. Over 3 years, more than 400 girls ages 10 – 17 attending iLEADinSTEM experienced the fun and value in STEM and are considering joining the future workforce in technology fields.
“I am proud of everything DFW*ATW has accomplished for women and girls, and just as proud of the volunteers and sponsors that give so much of their own time to make all the magic happen. Without them, we have nothing,” added Barry Shurkey, Chief Information Officer of NTT Data and DFW*ATW Advisory Board Chair.
The annual event and fundraiser slated for September 14th, 2023 at the Frisco Hall in Frisco, Texas will feature:
Merrilee Kick, CEO & Founder of BuzzBallz / Southern Champion – Merrilee Kick is the CEO/Founder of BuzzBallz/Southern Champion, the only woman-owned Distillery/Winery/Brewery combination in the United States. The Carrollton, Texas company manufactures ready-to-drink cocktails called BuzzBallz and Uptown Cocktails, as well as spirits like rum, vodka, gin, bourbon, and some private label brands for 7-Eleven and H-E-B. With products sold in 50 states and 27 countries, the company is family owned/operated and home to over 650 employees in the Dallas area. Merrilee is a winner of the Dallas Business Journal’s Most Admired CEO Award, the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award, EY’s Winning Women, Winner of the Enterprising Women’s Hall of Fame Award, Winner of the Women Presidents Organization’s and Chase Bank’s 50 Fastest Woman Owned companies, Ranked in the Top 50 DFW Businesses by D CEO Magazine and Winner of the Top Women in Grocery, Winner of the Distinguished Alumni Award from Texas Woman’s University. Merrilee has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Montana, an MBA from Texas Woman’s University, and she is an alumnus of Harvard Business School. Merrilee’s works with her two sons Alex and Andrew.
Romelia H. Flores, IBM Client Engineering – Architect/Designer App Mod and IBM Distinguished Engineer & Master Inventor – Romelia Flores‘ industry experiences, unique software development and design expertise make her IBM Global Markets’ most highly sought-after innovator. She has collaborated with leading clients in the design of Application Modernization, Space Object Analytics Systems, Health & Human Services, Electric Vehicle Systems and Airports of the Future. She holds 86 US patents and 10 patents pending. In 2023 she was quoted in the Texas CEO Magazine feature on AI for Business. In 2021, she received the Dallas Business Journal’s Women in Business Award. In 2018, she was the first female ever named to the Dallas Tech Titan Hall of Fame and was the 2016 Lifetime Achievement Award winner from Great Minds in STEM.
Nellson Burns, Co-Owner and managing partner of Destination IT – Nellson Burns is co-owner and managing partner of Destination IT, a Dallas-based IT services, staffing and placement firm. Destination IT serves clients in Dallas and across the country as a trusted business partner, delivering positive business outcomes. Nellson has one of the more recognizable names in the IT ecosystem in Dallas/Fort Worth, having served as CIO for 2 different Dallas-based Fortune 500 companies, HF Sinclair and Dal-Tile, over 15 years. During that time, Nellson became a leader in the community, serving as president for the SIM DFW chapter, a co-chair for the Evanta Dallas/Fort Worth CIO Summit, a chair of the Dallas, HMG CIO Summit, and as the Chairman of SAP’s Global Advisory Council for Oil and Gas. He currently serves as the co-chair for North Texas Tech Connect, a local IT executive conference focused on developing the next generation of IT talent in the metroplex. Nellson has been recognized as a 2022 SIM National Leader of the Year, an HMG Global Leadership Institute Award, and as a finalist for the inaugural Dallas CIO of the Year award. Nellson’s team’s work on the Dal-Tile customer portal, ProExchange, was recognized as the 2022 winner of the Floor Coverings Dealers’ choice award for the best technology across all flooring categories. In his personal time, Nellson is a devoted husband and father. He has coached his son and daughter’s sports teams for the last 6 years. Nellson and his wife, Melissa, are both Texas Aggies, and they love to get back to campus for tailgates, football games, and other events where Nellson gets to practice another passion of his, barbequing.
This year DFW*ATW is announcing the inaugural Spark Award, recognizing women forging a brighter future through socially-minded innovation. In addition, the forum will feature a VIP cocktail hour with a world-renowned mixologist, Jeremy Buck founder of the restaurant Coterie, South Carolina. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a silent auction, play games, network with technology leaders and enjoy entertainment by innovative streaming platform Tadow presenting virtual streaming by DJ Shannell B and live music by Fitz Lauder, the Vegan DJ. This year’s sponsors include, but are not limited to Tadow, Frisco Hall, GXA, LAM Technology and Shaunna Black & Associates.
Doors open to all ticket holders at 6 p.m. Tax-deductible sponsorships are available. Contact [email protected] for more information. To register and learn more, visit https://www.dfwatw.org/meetings.
About the DFW Alliance of Technology and Women
DFW Alliance of Technology and Women (DFW*ATW) is committed to quality programs and education for girls and women to increase the number on women professionals in technology fields. Founded in 2002, it is the largest organization dedicated to women in technology in Dallas. Its membership consists of women and their allies who support its mission through professional development programs, monthly education & networking meetings, advocacy, STEM initiatives, awards programs, and more. Learn more at https://www.dfwatw.org.
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Leke Productions Filmmaker, Screenwriter, Producer and Director Alan Adeleke makes his feature film debut with the September 1, 2023, release of Award winning film “Differences” on the Tubi streaming service. Mr. Adeleke, a talented and visionary…
Then First Lieutenant Larry L. Taylor distinguished himself by acts of gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty while serving as one of the first Cobra helicopter pilots during the Vietnam War. Taylor was part of many harrowing operations, but one operation rises above all others. On the night of June 12, 1968, a four-man Long-Range Reconnaissance Patrol (LRRP) team was surveilling a village occupied by approximately 80 North Vietnamese. A firefight ensued, and the soldiers quickly realized they were surrounded, which is when they radioed for air support. Taylor and co-pilot J. O. Ratliff, as well as one other Cobra Helicopter, flew over the firefight and provided air support until they were out of rockets and ammunition.
Realizing the LRRP team was surrounded with little, if any, options, Taylor radioed the team leader and made an unusual request. He asked the soldiers to create a diversion, run 100 yards from where they were and lie down in the grass. The soldiers followed his orders and were surprised as they quickly realized Taylor was landing his Cobra in the middle of the firefight and at significant risk to his life. Given how the Cobra Helicopter had no place to transport troops, Taylor quickly ordered the four soldiers to jump onto the helicopter skids and rockets pods and hold tight as he lifted the men out of the fight and to a safer location several miles away. The soldiers miraculously rescued on that night were David Hill of Visalia, Ca.; Robert Elsner of New York City; Gerald Patty of Maryville, Tn.; and William P. Cohn of Norwich, Ct.
For his heroic actions on that night, Taylor was awarded the Silver Star, which President Biden has now upgraded to a Medal of Honor that will be presented on September 5, 2023, at the White House in Washington DC. Upon receiving his Medal of Honor, Taylor will become the 33rd Tennessee and the 6th soldier with ties to the Chattanooga area who have received our country highest military award for valor.
Captain Taylor concluded his four years of military service with the 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment in West Germany. With the 1st Squadron, 4th U.S. Cavalry, 1st Infantry Division, Taylor flew well over 2,000 combat missions in the UH-1 and Cobra helicopters. He was engaged by enemy fire 340 times and was forced down five times. He was awarded 61 combat decorations, including 44 Air Medals, the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry, two Bronze Stars, and four Distinguished Flying Crosses. After leaving the Army, Taylor operated a roofing and sheet metal company in Chattanooga where he has also remained active in several veterans’ organizations. Now retired, Taylor and his wife, Toni, reside in Signal Mountain, Tenn.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee said, “I am proud to congratulate Captain Larry Taylor on becoming the 33rd Tennessean to receive the Medal of Honor and extend my deepest gratitude for his remarkable acts of valor. We are forever indebted to Captain Taylor and all Tennessee heroes who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to defend our nation and her people.”
After receiving the Medal of Honor, Taylor will return to Chattanooga where the Heritage Center is partnering with Hamilton County, the City of Chattanooga and the Chattanooga Area Veterans Council to hold a special Patriot Day and “Welcome Home” Parade to honor Captain Taylor as the newest Medal of Honor recipient and a true American hero. The parade will officially start at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, September 11, and will conclude with a public ceremony at 1 p.m. where local, state and national dignitaries will make comments honoring Larry Taylor and his heroic act of valor on June 18, 1968, during the Vietnam War.
The parade will officially kick-off with a special flyover of multiple Vietnam-era Cobra and other modern-day helicopters along the parade route in downtown Chattanooga. Taylor will lead the parade as the grand marshal with the US Army’s 1st Infantry Division Mounted Color Guard and Band from Fort Riley, Kansas. The parade will start at the intersection of MLK Boulevard and Market Street. The public is invited to line Market Street, and continue down Market Street to W. Aquarium Way, which is where the parade will make a left turn toward the Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center at the Aquarium Plaza.
“Chattanooga is the Birthplace of the Medal of Honor, and I encourage everyone to bring their children downtown on September 11 and line Market Street to help honor Larry Taylor as a true American hero and help celebrate the important heritage of the Medal of Honor whose birthplace, like Captain Larry Taylor, is right here in Chattanooga, Tennessee,” said General BB Bell, chairman of the National Advisory Board at the Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center.
Fifty years later, this daring feat is now recognized as deserving of the nation’s highest award for military valor; the Medal of Honor. A medal whose birthplace, like Captain Larry Taylor, is right here in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Leading the parade down Market Street will be the Commanding General’s Mounted Color Guard that will represent Fort Riley and the U.S. Army in a highly professional and polished display of cavalry horsemanship and military tradition. These men and women portray the U.S. Cavalry as they appeared in the mid to late 19th century. Following the Mounted Color Guard will be the 1st Infantry Division Band, which is the musical ambassador for the United States’ premier fighting force. The Big Red One Band represents the 1st Infantry Division for military ceremonies and the communities that support the American Soldier.
Chattanooga Mayor Kelly said, “What a privilege to have in our midst one of America’s living heroes worthy of the Medal of Honor, our country’s highest award for military valor in action. Let’s come together to celebrate and recognize one of our own and put Chattanooga’s famous spirit of patriotism on full display as we honor Medal of Honor recipient Captain Larry Taylor on September 11th.”
Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp continued, “I am humbled to serve as County Mayor as we honor the county’s first Medal of Honor recipient in more than seven decades. There is no greater role model to represent the values of Hamilton County than legendary Vietnam veteran Larry Taylor, whose valor as a Cobra pilot is finally being appropriately recognized. All residents of Hamilton County should take great pride in sharing this once-in-a-lifetime celebration with our hometown hero.”
The parade will also feature a variety of high school bands and JROTC units from schools located throughout Chattanooga and the surrounding community. In addition, ROTC units from universities throughout the region will be marching in the parade alongside various veteran organizations representing all branches of the military and varying conflicts from the Vietnam War to the War on Terror. For additional information on submitting a parade entry, interested parties should contact Bill Norton by email at [email protected].
At approximately 1 p.m., the parade will conclude with an official ceremony in front of the Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center. The public is encouraged to attend the ceremony where Medal of Honor recipient Leroy Petry, who is the president of the Medal of Honor Society, along with other national, state and local dignitaries and representatives of the US Army will make remarks to honor Taylor and his heroic actions during the Vietnam War.
The public is also invited to visit the Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center in Chattanooga, Tenn. and learn more about Captain Larry L. Taylor and other Medal of Honor recipients associated with this region as well as explore why Chattanooga is known as the birthplace of the Medal of Honor.
About the Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center:
Opened in February 2020, the Coolidge National Medal of Honor Heritage Center is situated in the heart of the birthplace of the Medal of Honor — Chattanooga, Tennessee. The 19,000 square-foot facility features life-sized, immersive exhibits that memorialize our nation’s highest military award for valor, honor its national heritage and recipients, and educate future generations of Americans about the six character traits embodied by the Medal of Honor and its recipients: Patriotism, Citizenship, Courage, Integrity, Sacrifice and Commitment. For more information, visit www.MOHHC.org or our social media pages: Facebook: @TheFirstMedals / Instagram: @TheFirstMedals / Twitter: @TheFirstMedals / YouTube: @TheFirstMedals
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, is a winner in three Corporate Counsel 2023 Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) Awards categories: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), Team Awards; Ally of the Year, Francis A. Citera; and Collaborative Leadership Award, G. Michelle Ferreira.
NEW YORK, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, is a winner in three Corporate Counsel 2023 Women, Influence & Power in Law (WIPL) Awards categories: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), Team Awards; Ally of the Year, Francis A. Citera; and Collaborative Leadership Award, G. Michelle Ferreira. Honorees will be recognized at a dinner Oct. 18 at the publication’s WIPL conference in New Orleans.
The awards honor general counsel, in-house leaders and law firm partners who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing the empowerment of women in law, according to Corporate Counsel.
Leading the firm’s award-winning DEI program and team is Nikki Lewis Simon, shareholder and the firm’s Chief DEI Officer. For more than 10 years, Simon has helped in-house counsel understand how to help firms retain and develop diverse lawyers, and also serves as an advisor on internal DEI matters. A commercial litigator with more than 20 years of experience, Simon utilizes her talent for creating meaningful connections with clients that further advance DEI in the legal profession. She attributes the team’s success to the fact that while each member has a unique role, individuals are cross-trained and continuously collaborate, coordinate, and communicate with the firm’s business operation departments, with legal practice and firm leaders, and with external organizations.
Citera is a nationally recognized trial lawyer with 40 years of experience representing clients in product liability, toxic torts, class actions, and other complex litigation matters. He is co-chair of the firm’s Product Liability and Mass Torts Litigation Practice and co-chair of the Chicago Litigation Practice. Citera defends companies in various industries and business sectors, including multinational retailers and technology and electronics companies. Having mentored many women attorneys and advocated for their advancement for several decades, Citera is known for offering meaningful opportunities for women to develop their legal and leadership skills at every stage of their careers.
Ferreira, co-managing shareholder of two of Greenberg Traurig’s six California offices, San Francisco and Silicon Valley, focuses on delivering excellent tax service to her clients, giving back to the Bay Area community, fostering diversity initiatives, and working collaboratively with firm colleagues. Leveraging her deep government experience as a former tax litigator for the IRS and more than 20 years of private tax practice, most at Greenberg Traurig, Ferreira takes a holistic approach to representing her clients, counseling them from both the government and private clients’ perspectives of a tax controversy. Her record of accomplishments includes more than 23 reported decisions before the U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Courts.
About Greenberg Traurig’s Diversity Initiative: From its inception, Greenberg Traurig has been committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Greenberg Traurig is a uniquely empowering and diverse firm built on a foundation of fairness, equality, and authenticity. Through its Social, Racial, and Economic Justice Action Plan, the firm has committed $5 million over five years to help combat systemic racism and support impoverished communities. In addition, the firm’s efforts have been recognized through its Mansfield Rule 5.0 Certification Plus, administered by The Diversity Lab, and by local, national, and global publications and organizations including Chambers and Partners. Web: https://www.gtlaw.com/en/general/our-firm/diversity Twitter: @GT_Drives.
About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP has more than 2650 attorneys in 45 locations in the United States, Europe and the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm is a 2022 BTI “Highly Recommended Law Firm” for superior client service and is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100 and NLJ 500. Greenberg Traurig is Mansfield Rule 5.0 Certified Plus by The Diversity Lab. The firm is recognized for powering its U.S. offices with 100% renewable energy as certified by the Center for Resource Solutions Green-e® Energy program and is a member of the U.S. EPA’s Green Power Partnership Program. The firm is known for its philanthropic giving, innovation, diversity, and pro bono. Web: http://www.gtlaw.com.
