Hispanic Media

to honor latina women

Hispanic Media LLC, headquarters of Latinas Life Style, will close March paying a well-deserved tribute to Latina women. On this occasion, this editorial group will recognize the work of outstanding professionals of Hispanic origin, who live in Philadelphia.

This event will take place as part of our first major conference this year “The Next Generation of Latinas,” which will feature two important speakers, namely: Diana Cortés, Philadelphia’s first Latina City Solicitor; and Mayra Hernández Bergman, Vice President, PECO Communications at Exelon.

In addition, we will present well-deserved awards to Damaris Feliciano, Director of Community Relations and Strategic Initiatives at City of Philadelphia; Irene Contreras Reyes, Director of Communications and Digital Engagement; as well as Christina Hernandez, Deputy Chief Of Staff.

The main conference is scheduled for Monday, March 29, at 5:30 p.m. (ET). This is a limited seating event. To get your ticket write to: info@latinaslifestyle.org

For the event we have the support of our partners, namely: Uno Más Home Care, Hispanic Community Counseling Services (HCCS); APM For Everyone and Aurora Home Care.

Latinas Life Style, a 360° project

That night we will also make the official presentation of the new Latinas Life Style phase, which includes a 360° vision of action through digital platforms, social networks, website, events and the release of the first edition of its printed version.

Our goal is to add up! That’s why we focus on providing the Latina community with educational and informative tools that empower them and improve their quality of life. Now, we are expanding this commitment with the Latinas Life Style project.

Enjoy our editorial content from now on. Follow us via @latinaslifestyle_oficial (Instagram), @latinaslifestyle (Facebook) and @latinas_life (Twitter).

Our speakers

Mayra Bergman holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Tecnológico de Monterrey, (Mexico) and an MBA from Rutgers University. She also serves on the board of trustees for Allies in Caring and volunteers at the Food Bank of South Jersey. During her time with Lockheed Martin, she also served as executive champion for the company’s Hispanic Employee Resource Group.

Diana Cortés, who will also be honored during “The Next Generation of Latinas” conference, is Philadelphia’s first Latina Solicitor. A graduate of Cornell University and Villanova University School of Law, Cortés previously worked as an attorney at Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin P.C. representing municipalities and school districts.

Our honorees

Damaris Feliciano joined the City of Philadelphia in 2016 with over seventeen years of experience working in the nonprofit sector. As the Director of Community Services and Strategic Initiatives, she passionately leads the Community Services team in the Managing Director’s Office and is responsible for establishing and supporting relationships between the community, nongovernment agencies, and the City of Philadelphia.

Irene Contreras Reyes joined the Mayor’s Office in February 2016 after nearly five years as an Assistant District Attorney for the City of Philadelphia. She holds a J.D. from Temple University Beasley School of Law, which she obtained in 2011. She has been an accredited member of the Pennsylvania Bar since October 2011.

Christina Hernández holds a J.D. from Temple University Beasley School of Law, which she obtained in 2011. She has been an accredited member of the Pennsylvania Bar since October 2011. On January 26, 2018, she received the Gloria Casarez Award for her deep commitment to public service and exemplary demonstration of leadership skills learned through the Leading for Change Fellowship Program.

Join us! Be part of this Mujeres Latinas movement

By: José Espinoza