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Empowerment and Style: LatinaStyle Business Series Re-Cap

Wonder why women are admired?

I asked myself this question as I volunteered at the Latina Style Business Conference at The Hyatt Century City Plaza this past Thursday.  

I observed women of all sorts of  life’s paths: field, characters, attitudes, hopes, dreams, behaviors, thoughts and Styles. What I found out is that we are all different and all the same in our difference. What do I mean? We are women who want more from life, some, want more for self. Some, want more for others…and yes,  some wanting more for both Us and others. Any aspect isn’t bad.. it just is what it is.

Along with this simple observation. I also noticed two things, POWER and STYLE. Women getting together and making connections. You see, the power of a woman is more than her beauty. It is her emotions, thought and brain amongst many many other features. She is the entrepreneur, the singer, the artist, the mother, the fashionista, the SEO, The foodie, the CEO, the President, the chef, the cook, the homemaker, the political advocate… I can keep going! But I will not.

During the event:

 We were greeted by our Los Angeles Mayor, Antonio Villaraigosa. He spoke about greatness, being humble, and not forgetting where we come from…


We leaned how Verizon allows you to rub your  business from the palm of your hand.   The Speaker was Awesome and Lively!
    Personally I love Verizon! Did you know you can now take a pic of people’s business cards and they will be uploaded to your phone?

 

And Our Course of course! Stuffed Olive chicken. Carrots and Broccoli. Rice and A tomato. (It was a bit overdone). 😀
 

                  Host of Macy’s Runway… from 

               Project Runway’s  Nick Verreos

I enjoyed the fashion and the Normal sized woman portrayed on the runway. Its a first that I’ve seen on a “normal” runway. Along with Radio Celebrities Yesi Ortiz (POWER 106) and Roxy (Latino 96.3)


Macy’s gave us Fashion for the on the Go, stay at home, traveling businesswomen. Also, gifting us with a gift certificate at dinner. 

You see… When a group of women come together… Anything is possible. When ONE puts something to mind, anything is possible. This is what I gravitated from this conference along with the information taught, which was easy to understand. Moreover, what I was reminded was what I’ve love to continue learning …

That “Love [of what we do] is that condition in the human spirit so profound that it allows [us] to survive, and better than that, to thrive with passion, compassion, and style.” Maya Angelou

I hope you attend next years business conference.

Oh and did I mention I won a United States Postage in a raffle? It was fun! I highly enjoyed myself. Made awesome connections with women and some men that like to empower women.

Continue to do greatness in this world you human you. 

Smile (If you want),

Jes Sofia Valle

P.S. Thank you Tanya and Roberto for making this happen!

Latinas with a Mission: com·rade·ry in Los Angeles Latina Bloggers

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“a spirit of friendly good-fellowship“

Strive to have awesome friendships, relationships through awesome people that help and motivate you on the ongoing paths life gives you. #JSV

Sometimes you may think that you will not ever get this kinds of support. Well, I’m here to tell you that It’s all about what you allow in your life. How your move fwd with people and allow their good nature to affect your life. So next time you are presented with an opportunity to know someone, enjoy what they have to give, their good nature, and learn to distinguish who is wanting the best for you.

Every heard the word “comadre?”  For Latinas, This means positive fellowship. So I will let you into my new little big world… of Blogger Comrades. As you know by now,  I write because I can and I love it.  As an added plus I have met some great women. You will probably see me tweet crazy random things to these awesome women. I call them my online comrades. We meet in real life at events where we go to and then later blog about. 


I started blogging and then tweeting with a vision to promote my new growing foundation. Turning Leaves foundation. Of which I mention every time I talk.  With this passion of helping, I found that I have met super awesome and stylish women, women with dreams, voice and power.  Men too.

  
I made new friendships and my ideas have not stopped overflowing. As you may know, I’m the girl that loves to help people grow, to give them hope and ideas. So when I had the opportunity to help out and plan the Los Angeles Latina Bloggers, I was excited. Help should be my middle name, but its Sofia and I love it too.

Here is a recap of The Los Angles Latina blogger Brunch: 


photoWe (Monique and Yours truly)  sat at Starbucks not to long ago and wondered how this may come about.  Wrote up beginning documents and Monique worked hard…. super hard to obtain sponsorship. I became the support system because Something I’ve learned is when someone is on the Go, you don’t stop them, get in their way, you support them. I do have to say Going to the flower mart with Monique at 5:30am was rather interesting. More so making the flowers… I loved them. The kitchen cleaning up after I did not. haha.

photoDiscovering Mas the Brunch: I was excited. I was able to meet a lot of women who where from various paths of life. Mothers, sisters, friends, models, professional working women.  We were educated about creating our media kits by Jennifer Vides: “How to market and Brand yourself as a blogger” and Wally Sabrina: “Optimizing Your Social Media Presence w/ creative and compelling Content.”  The material provided was helpful,



photoWe had time to meet new Comrades, chat it up, as we women do and Get to know awesomeness in all. I wish I had more time to sit with every single one of them and get to know them. For now, I am still reading blogs and laughing, crying and getting to know them through what I call, My blog time.  

Here are some pictures from the event: I hope you enjoy re-living camaraderie of Latina bloggers. 

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The question any girl loves to hear

So Yesterday my Boyfriend asked the question any girl wants to hear…

“Babe, what do you want for your birthday, make a list?” And My simple answer was:” to be fine, ok and you to be the same.” Then he said, “for reals babe, SOMETHING.”  OMGoodness I melted! I’ve been waiting like 100 years (29) to hear this question… and I melted. I hope you understand me on this one. I don’t ask for things…when it comes to me. I am use to getting everything on my own.  I even asked “whats my budget” and then he said “what kind of question is that?… just make a list babe” *melting all over again*

 So of course I had no idea what to ask for… And then! I found this:

Gucci - Marrakech Medium Hobo
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 Gucci Marrakech Medium Hobo Bag ( yes I’m a girl and love gucci with out the GGGG all over the bag)
            Simple, great for a girl on the “go” and So soft… I loved it.

And along with it all I added this to my list….LOL You will laugh.

1.   Gucci Marrakech Medium Hobo Bag ( yes I’m a girl and love gucci with out the GGGG all over the bag)   See above

2.   Jane Taylor ‘Twinkle’ Cushion Stone & Pavé Diamond and Topaz  (Birthstone ring) Size 8.
 

Jane Taylor 'Twinkle' Cushion Stone & Pavé Diamond Ring

3. Nikon D3000 Black DSLR Camera Kit w/ 18-55mm Lens (Non VR), Includes Nikon Camera Bag, 2GB Memory Card and Nikon ‘Guide to Digital SLR Photography’ Book  (Mine Broke 🙁 )

Nikon D3000 Black Digital SLR Camera w/ 18-55mm (Non VR) Lens, includes Nikon Camera Bag, 2GB Memory Card and Nikon 'Guide to Digital SLR Photography' Book, *PLUS* Nikkor 55-200mm VR Zoom Lens Bundle

4.     ProForm 790E Elliptical  with a set of  Dumbbells 2lbs-5lbs (working out!!! )
 ProForm 600 ZNE Elliptical

5. Sony Bravia 32″ Class LCD 720p 60Hz HDTV, KDL-32BX300 (for my bedroom)
                
I love that question… I can only imagine what other questions are in store for me…no pun intended.

Support System: Living Life

I have to say, Life is wonderful. From everything I have been through I’ve always had support:

Lets make a list real quick of my personal struggles:

Age 11: Broken knee
  Age 11& 12 : Dislocated Hip-surgery
Arthritis starts
Age 14: Fractured elbow
Age 17: Dislocated Foot
Age 18&21: Mest up knee again (Volleyball)
Age 24: Skin cancer
Age 24: Herniated spine disc
Age 27: Lumbar Spine Fusion…
Finally better… No pain! 
Age 28: Car accident 6 months later!!!
Age 28: Possible future cancer? A scare!
Current Recouping

Did I forget anything.. crazy huh? Sounds unbelievable…but trust… it all in my records

I have to say. I have been able to overcome all this with support! If it were not for the awesome support and love that I have I would not know where I would be.

It is very important that you find awesome support.
 What to look for: 

  • People with WILL, FAITH, and a SMILE! 
  • People that will want you to rise from the depths of whatever you are in. 
  • Who will lend a hand when your too prideful to ask for it. 
  • Who will tell you the truth 
  • Who honor your choice and remind you of the consequences 
  • Who don’t push you down when you need to be uplifted 
  • Who can be there, even with a simple text
  • Who can make you LAUGH! 
  • Who will be a shoulder to cry on. 
  • Who understands that they are not you.. and they can try to fit into your shoes…

All of this does NOT have to come from one person. Moreover, it can be different people. A group of friends who really care about you. And want to understand the chaos you try to avoid. This is not only for people who have gone through chronic pain. This is also for anyone who has gone through Life.

Living life to its fullest in any capacity has its need of comrades. Not everyone will understand the relationships with another because each relationship is individual and give your something different from the next one. This is OK. Just make sure you are well balanced. Are receiving the support you need. Also giving back. Because just receiving is one things…and it get boring to both parties. You have to Give.

So next time you are going through something, have a friend to speak to. Count on someone. And learn to be there for someone too.

I wish you all the best! All the Awesome support in the world! Because Life is worth living with everyone you want around you.

Smile (if you want)

I’m happy Because I choose to be,
Jes Sofia Valle 😀

Latina Style Celebrates the Grand Finale 12th Annual Tour

“For Immediate Release:
Latina Style Celebrates the Grand Finale of our 12th Annual Tour in Los Angeles November 18th!
Nely Galán to be the Luncheon Keynote Speaker
Rodri J Rodriguez to serve as Luncheon Featured Speaker
Alycia D Enciso to receive Entrepreneur of the year award
Nick Verreos and Yarel Ramos to co-host the Fashion Show Presented by Macy’s, Inc.
Mabel Katz will provide welcoming remarks during Opening Ceremony
 
Washington D.C., November 9, 2010— Latina Style Magazine, the premier magazine addressing the needs of established Latina & Women entrepreneurs in the U.S., is excited to be celebrating the finale of 2010 tour with our 12th Annual LATINA Style Business Series in Los Angeles on November 18th, 2010 from 7:30am to 4:30pm at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel Located at 2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067.  
 
In 1998, a strong-minded Latina, the late Anna Maria, set out to provide Latina professionals and business owners with the tools to strive in the ever-changing business community. The end result: the LATINA Style Business Series. This one day conference consists of interactive panels and workshops held by renowned experts from key corporations and government agencies. These workshops are led by some of the most talented local business leaders who share inspiring, first-hand accounts of their business success.  Mabel Katz, will be providing welcoming remarks during the Breakfast Ceremony. Ms. Katz is an internationally acclaimed speaker, seminar leader and consultant. She has applied her knowledge, insights, experience, and skills to assisting businesses and individuals in becoming more productive, effective and prosperous. Also, celebrating will be Marie Therese Dominquez, Vice President, Government Relations and Public Policy, United States Postal Service, presenting the Julia de Burgos stamp to Robert Bard during the Breakfast Opening Remarks.
 
The Luncheon Keynote Address will be delivered by Nely Galán, President & CEO, Galan Entertainment, founded in 1994. Ms. Galán is a former President of the powerhouse Telemundo network and has owned and operated her own media company, which has launched 10 groundbreaking television channels in Latin America, and produced a staggering 600 episodes of programming that cross all genres, since 1994. Rodri J Rodriguez will serve as Luncheon Featured Speaker. Ms. Rodriguez is President and CEO of Rodri Entertainment Inc., an international entertainment production company, founded in 1976. Her presence has been felt in the entertainment arena since 1975 when she played a key role in the decision to have the Latin Category added to the Grammy Awards.  General Manager of Mun2, Diana Mogollon will be presenting as the Mistress of Ceremonies during the Awards Ceremony.
 
LATINA Style proudly announces the “Entrepreneur of the Year Award” for Los Angeles, CA will be presented to Ms. Alycia D. Enciso, President of Alycia Enciso & Associates. Ms. Enciso has been selected for her 30 years of commitment in successfully running a Latina owned business. She is a true pioneer and role model for our young women and community, said Robert Bard, President & CEO, LATINA Style, Inc.
 
The “Look Successful…Be Successful” Fashion Show Presented by Macy’s, Inc. will be co-hosted by Fashion Designer Nick Verreos of Project Runway and the outstanding Mun2 host Yarel Ramos. Mr. Verreos appeared on Project Runway and is now a red carpet fashion expert on E! Entertainment, TV Guide Network and SoapNet. Ms. Ramos is the host of “Reventon, Reventon Countdown”, and “What Up PPL” on Mun2.
 
To secure your admission, register online at www.bs.latinastyle.com by Monday, November 15, 2010; Students who register by the online deadline will receive a discounted student rate of $15. Additionally, you will receive breakfast, lunch, a gift bag, a two-year subscription to LATINA Style Magazine, and the chance to win raffle prizes donated by our sponsors!
 
Los Angeles Business Series is sponsored by: Tile Sponsor: Macy’s, Inc., National Sponsors: State Farm Insurance, United State Postal Service. Official Hospitality Sponsor: Hyatt Hotel & Resorts. Official Vehicle Sponsor: NISSAN. Los Angeles Gold Sponsor is Verizon. Los Angeles Single City Sponsors: Comerica Bank, New York Life Insurance, Telemundo. Leadership Dinner Sponsor: Aetna. Official Airline carrier: Continental Airlines. 

LATINA Style has partnered with the following organizations: National Partners: Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP), Teleflora, Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA), and NSHMBA. Community Partners: Los Angeles Metropolitan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (LAMHCC), the Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (RHHC), NLBWA-Los Angeles, HOPE, Latin Business Association (LBA), Latino Business Chamber of Greater Los Angeles, West L.A Chamber of Commerce, ALPFA LA and Yo Soy Expressions.  Media Partners include: Telemundo 52, PR Newswire, and HOT 92.3 – Old School and R&B

For more information or to register for the Los Angeles Business Series, visit www.bs.latinastyle.com or call (703) 312- 0904. Or contact: Tania Einhorn at tania@latinastyle.com Or Michelle Guzman at michelle@latinastyle.com

LATINA Style Magazine, a lifestyle magazine for the professional Hispanic woman, hosts the LATINA Style Business Series, bringing resources to entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs in the local area.

LATINA Style Business Series
1701 Clarendon Blvd., Suite 100 I Arlington, VA 22209
Office: 703.312.0904 I  Fax: 703.312.7062 I Web: www.bs.latinastyle.com
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LATINA Style Business Series is coming near you!
San Francisco, CA  on  Thursday, May 13, 2010
Seattle, WA  on  Thursday, June 24, 2010
New York, NY  on  Thursday, July 22, 2010
San Antonio, TX  on  Thursday, August 19, 2010
Miami, FL  on  Thursday, October 14, 2010
Los Angeles, CA  on  Thursday, November 18, 2010″

Have FEAR of things that are seen as a positive for you?

“The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fearing that you will make one.” Elbert Hubbard

Have you ever felt afraid to do or jump into making something happen that is a positive?

I will be honest with you. I HAVE! I use to have a huge fear of writing… yeah. This is very TRUE.
No matter how much I wanted to express myself with writing, I was afraid of it. Interesting right? Look at me know,  I cannot stop. 🙂

Well, There are reasons as to why one doesn’t do things, the biggest one being Fear.

Top possible reasons people fear: 

  1. Afraid of failure 
  2. The unknown 
  3. Looking for an excuse
  4. Childhood experiences (Vague… will not speak of these an example)

Top possible reasons why you are suggested to overcome your fears: 

  1. You will be able to enjoy what you fear with out having to add worry
  2. There is always something else on the other side
  3. You will be able to feel empowered that you conquered your fear 
  4. You will not have to avoid things because of your fear 
  5. You might just be missing out on something great 
  6. You may be great at doing what you wee afraid of all these years
  7. You will feel comfortable not having to over think everything around your fear.

So How have you over come a fear that you know can be a positive experience for you?

Depending on it’s depth, you can:

  1. Accept that you have a fear, name it and make it known that you will allow a positive in your life.
  2. Communicate it to someone about your fear (Us therapist are really good at helping other on this one and we will go at your pace at times). 
  3. Have someone you trust help listen to you and your fears. 
  4. Have a support team. This means have people that will uplift you through your hardships and fears. Have people that will encourage you, understand you, at times push and guide you through it. Support is important.
  5. Keep a daily journal of how you are coming closer to your goal to conquer this fear. 
  6. Keep at it! Don’t give up! It may be hard at time and you don’t want to do it, but KNOW that whatever you place your mind to, you can do. 
  7. Celebrate your freedom and your new success. 

Note: This was intended for you to overcome fears that are to be positive in your life.
Like: Opening a business, writing, being assertive, expressing your thoughts in a good manner.
All other fear, I suggest you work with a professional as they will provide tools for you to use through out your journey.

If everything was easy, everyone would be doing everything.

Smile (If you want)

Jes Sofia Valle

In the Spirit of being a Starving Foodie

In the Spirit of being a Starving foodie, I went along with my recurrent diet. !@#$%^%$#@#$%^& 🙂

As you read before. I’m on a medical Diet. I get the joy to eat (drink) 2-3 protine shakes and one meal with consist of 6oz meat(protine) veggies and no bread. Me being a Latina… and no sweet bread…………. well lets just say, I’m doing it because I’d like to live.

 So I went to Joom Bangkok Cafe off Fairfax and Beverly. I ordered Pad-see-u with out the Pad-See-U… which is Chicken and Brocoli. This being one of my favorite meals, I make it work for me. This is not a High Price, I will see super stars place… But It is a VERY beautiful place. Good for a Night out with a friend.

So tonight I will continue with my Protein Shake and Catch up with my Friday writing. I hope you have fun if you go there next time.