Washington, D.C. – LATINA Style Inc., the premier company addressing the needs of Latina professionals, civic leaders, entrepreneurs, college students and members of the Armed Services, in partnership with Parents Step Ahead (PSA), a non-profit community outreach initiative designed to increase parental involvement in a child’s educational development, is proud to present the 11th Annual National LATINA Symposium – a national platform for Latina professionals to address the most pressing issues affecting the Hispanic woman in the United States. The Symposium will be held on Wednesday, September 10, 2014 from 7:30 am – 3:30 pm at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel (2660 Woodley Rd. NW, Washington, D.C. 20008).

 

 The National LATINA Symposium opens with a ceremonial breakfast, followed by a series of workshops that will allow participants to learn about issues such as: advancement in the workplace, successful leadership, global public service, applying military skills to everyday life and business, and professional development. The purpose of the symposium is to ascertain, through round-table discussions, as well as in-depth surveys, the status of the Latina professional working woman in the United States.

 

 The highlight of the event is the Distinguished Military Service Award Luncheon, co-hosted with the Department of Defense. LATINA Style is proud to present the only national awards program honoring Latina military and civilian personnel who through their service have enhanced the role of Latinas in their organizations. The luncheon will also be the stage for the presentation of the President’s Award for continued service to the Hispanic community.

 

 For further information about the National LATINA Symposium or to register, please visit www.nls.latinastyle.com or call (703) 531-1424. Please register by September 7th to secure your admission - Attendance is limited. The registration fees are as follows: General Registration: $100, Government: $50, Non-Profit: $25, Military and Students with an ID: no cost (with valid ID). Registration at the door is full price: $100. Registration includes valuable networking opportunities, a one-year subscription to LATINA Style magazine, breakfast, lunch, gift bag and admission to the seminars.