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Hispanic Business Opportunity Gap

Hispanic Business Opportunity Gap - 5:17

According to a 2017 Business Journals report, more than 11 million minority-owned businesses were in operation across the U.S. Although Hispanic-owned businesses have had the most significant amount of growth, societal barriers contribute to a wide opportunity gap.

Fernand Fernandez, Interim President and CEO of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, joins Sheila Hyland to discuss his organization’s advocacy for Hispanic economic development.

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Empowering Latinas in College

Empowering Latinas in College - 6:09

One in four female students attending public schools in the United States is Latina. While recent statistics have shown the significant progress Latinas have made over the last decade in educational advancement, there still remains a degree-completion gap compared to their peers.

Amy Hinojosa, President and CEO of MANA, A National Latina Organization, discusses the value of creating an empowering community for Latinas across campuses nationwide.

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Boosting Diversity on Corporate Boards

Boosting Diversity on Corporate Boards - 6:14

In 2016, less than 15 percent of all board seats in the Fortune 500 were held by minorities. Despite moderate gains in the past few years, women and minorities – and in particular, Latinas – see little change in representation within the top U.S. companies.

Cid Wilson, President and CEO of Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility, joins Nathalia Ortiz to discuss his organization’s efforts to advance the inclusion of Hispanics in corporate America.

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Transforming the Future of Health Care

Transforming the Future of Health Care - 6:50

While Hispanics comprise 17 percent of the U.S. population, they account for less than 1 percent of all participants in research funded by the National Institutes of Health.

Sindy Benavides, Chief Executive Officer of the League of United Latin American Citizens, shares how an ambitious medical research effort aims to revolutionize treatment for Hispanics and all Americans.

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Latino Civic Participation in 2018

Latino Civic Participation in 2018 - 7:10

Nearly 48 percent of eligible Latinos voted in the 2016 election, compared to the 61 percent of all eligible Americans who cast their ballot.

Hector Sanchez Barba, Executive Director of the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement, joins guest host Nathalia Ortiz to discuss the importance of engaging Latinos in civic participation at the ballot box and beyond.

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Creating a Diverse Talent Pipeline

Creating a Diverse Talent Pipeline - 5:52

A recent study conducted by the National Association for College and Employers found that 40 percent of college internships were unpaid – negatively impacting salary and employment success in the years following.

Carlos Mark Vera, Founder and Executive Director of Pay Our Interns, discusses efforts to bring diversity and economic equity to Congressional internships.

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An Inequality of Opportunity for Hispanic Workers

An Inequality of Opportunity for Hispanic Workers - 6:19

In 2017, Hispanics made up 17 percent of the U.S. labor force, compared to 13.5 percent in 2006. Despite the declining Hispanic unemployment rate and growing economy, a disparity in opportunity exists for this community.

Ignacio Salazar, President and CEO of SER - Jobs for Progress National, Inc., joins Nathalia Ortiz to discuss his organization’s efforts in preparing the next generation of Hispanic and minority workers for the future workforce.

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Hispanic Leaders on the Global Stage

Hispanic Leaders on the Global Stage - 5:56

Hispanic legislative representation has grown consistently over the past few decades, yet lags behind when compared to the community’s share of the U.S. population.

Mary Ann Gomez Orta, President and CEO of the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute, discusses advancement opportunities available to Hispanic college students.

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Cutting Edge Services

Cutting Edge Services - 3:50

The largest village in the state, Wellington continues to prosper. In this edition of Comcast Newsmakers, Wellington Councilman John McGovern talks about the cutting-edge programs the city offers its citizens.

Healing after Parkland

Healing after Parkland - 3:45

Parkland Florida continues to heal after a gunman took the lives of 14 students and 3 teachers at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. In this edition of Comcast Newsmakers, Parkland Mayor Christine Hunschofsky talks about the steps the city has taken to move forward.

Home Rule in Lake Park

Home Rule in Lake Park - 3:55

The Florida state constitution confers broad Home Rule powers to municipalities. Some local officials believe this rule is under attack by some in the state’s legislature. In this edition of Comcast Newsmakers, Lake Park Vice-Mayor Kimberly Glas-Castro talks to us about how the state’s communities are uniting in efforts to support this rule.

Human Trafficking

Human Trafficking - 3:37

A city in the state of Florida is taking measures to help combat a global problem. In this edition of Comcast Newsmakers, Tamarac Commissioner Julie Fishman explains how her city is passing ordinances that raise up barriers to help deter human trafficking.

Students of the Year

Students of the Year - 4:07

Students of the Year is aphilanthropic leadership development program for exemplary high school students. During the campaign,participants foster professional skills such as entrepreneurship, marketing, and project management in order to raise funds for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). Yolanda Vazquez sits down with Amanda Tiede of Tiede Financial - Northwestern Mutual, Co-Chair for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Students of the Year to talk about the program. For more information on Student of the Year, visit their website.

Light the Night

Light the Night - 4:08

Yolanda Vazquez talks with Marcus Ware, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society National Capital Area and Assistant Director of Undergraduate Advising at George Washington University. Marcus talks about his journey with cancer and the support he has gotten from the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. They also discuss Light the Night that will be taking place on Saturday, October 20th at the National Mall. For more information on the Light the Night event and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society National Capital Area, visit their website.

Riviera Beach Economic Development

Riviera Beach Economic Development - 4:30

In this edition of Comcast Newsmakers, Riviera Beach Commissioner Lynne Hubbard talks about the need of local participation to help increase the economic development of her city.

Hands off Home Rule

Hands off Home Rule - 3:23

The Florida state constitution confers broad Home Rule powers to municipalities. Some local officials believe this rule is under attack by some in the state’s legislature. In this edition of Comcast Newsmakers, Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank Ortis speaks about the merits of this rule and why it should be preserved.

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