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LatinaCon 2023

June 10, 2023 — Sonesta Charlotte Executive Park

Speakers

Patricia Huerta — LatinaCon speaker

Patricia Huerta

Nutrition & Integrative Health Coach

Patricia Huerta

Nutrition & Integrative Health Coach

Pediatrician graduated in Colombia. Nutrition and Integrative Health Coach, wife and devoted mother. Passionate about bringing health to families through prevention and healthy habit building.

Magbis Núñez Love — LatinaCon speaker

Magbis Núñez Love

Psychologist, Certified in Mindfulness

Magbis Núñez Love

Psychologist, Certified in Mindfulness

Venezuelan psychologist. Community Liaison at Atrium Health. 15 years implementing health programs aimed at preventing the development or recurrence of cancer.

Astrid Chirinos — LatinaCon speaker

Astrid Chirinos

Executive Director of Community Development, YMCAs of Greater Charlotte

Astrid Chirinos

Executive Director of Community Development, YMCAs of Greater Charlotte

Visionary Latina, entrepreneur, and multicultural pioneer who has lived in North Carolina for over four decades. Recognized as one of the 60 Most Influential People in North Carolina and one of the 50 Most Powerful in Charlotte.

Hilda Gurdián — LatinaCon speaker

Hilda Gurdián

Director of La Noticia; Author of "Discover Your Path to Success"

Hilda Gurdián

Director of La Noticia; Author of "Discover Your Path to Success"

Director of La Noticia, a digital and print media outlet covering stories of interest to the Latino community in Charlotte and North Carolina for 26 years. Author of the book Discover Your Path to Success.

Sayda Pacheco — LatinaCon speaker

Sayda Pacheco

Owner of Sabor Catracho

Sayda Pacheco

Owner of Sabor Catracho

A creative and visionary entrepreneur. Born in Honduras, she moved to Charlotte 4 years ago. She loves motivating women to believe in themselves.

Norma Zúñiga — LatinaCon speaker

Norma Zúñiga

Owner of Dulce Dreams Café

Norma Zúñiga

Owner of Dulce Dreams Café

Born in Mexico and has lived in Charlotte since age 5. Graduate of Johnson C. Smith University.

Meylin Acuña — LatinaCon speaker

Meylin Acuña

Credit Solutions Advisor, Bank of America

Meylin Acuña

Credit Solutions Advisor, Bank of America

Passionate about helping her clients achieve their financial goals.

Sylvia Obén — LatinaCon speaker

Sylvia Obén

Master of Ceremonies — Communications Specialist

Sylvia Obén

Master of Ceremonies — Communications Specialist

Social media, digital, and public relations specialist for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Former member of the Telemundo Charlotte news team.

Gaby Garzón — LatinaCon speaker

Gaby Garzón

Agronomist, Life & Business Coach

Gaby Garzón

Agronomist, Life & Business Coach

Philanthropist, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker. Specialized in socioeconomic and environmental development, strategy, mindset, and high-ticket products.

Reverenda Pilar Pérez — LatinaCon speaker

Reverenda Pilar Pérez

Director of Family Affairs, YMCA

Reverenda Pilar Pérez

Director of Family Affairs, YMCA

Educator with 17 years promoting initiatives to develop parenting skills in the Latino community. Local Pastor at Commonwealth United Methodist Church in Charlotte.

María Elena Valdez — LatinaCon speaker

María Elena Valdez

"La Reina del Mariachi"

María Elena Valdez

"La Reina del Mariachi"

She began singing mariachi music as a child with her family in Mexico City. In the summer of 2022, she released her first album with music composed by Martín Carrión.

Schedule

The order of activities in this schedule is subject to change without notice. Thank you.

  1. 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

    Registration

    • · Breakfast
    • · Business Expo
  2. 9:00 a.m.

    Welcome

    Sylvia Obén (MC)

  3. 9:00 a.m.

    Prayer

    Reverenda Pilar Pérez

  4. 9:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

    How to Transform Your Thoughts to Achieve Success

    Magbis Núñez Love

  5. 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

    Tools for Achieving Financial Independence — Panel

    Meylin Acuña

    Moderator: Hilda Gurdián

  6. 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

    Discover the Leader Within You

    Astrid Chirinos

  7. 11:45 a.m. – 1:05 p.m.

    Lunch

    • · Networking
    • · Business Expo
  8. 1:05 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

    Disconnect to Connect

    Gaby Garzón

  9. 1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

    5 Ways to Have a Healthy Brain and Keep Alzheimer's Away

    Patricia Huerta

  10. 2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

    Principles for Success

    Hilda Gurdián

  11. 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

    How to Make Your Dream of Owning a Business Come True — Panel

    Sayda Pacheco · Norma Zúñiga

    Moderator: Sylvia Obén

  12. 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

    Mariachi Performance & Business Expo

    María Elena Valdez

Sponsors

Atrium Health
Food Lion
LACCC
Yvonne Farfán — Financial Coach

Organized by

La Noticia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LatinaCon?

LatinaCon is the premier Latina women's conference in North Carolina and South Carolina. Since June 2014, this initiative has brought together successful women from various fields to lead talks that help other Latinas recognize their achievements and pursue new goals.

Who organizes LatinaCon?

The event is organized by La Noticia.

Where was LatinaCon 2023 held?

At the Sonesta Charlotte Executive Park hotel, 5700 Westpark Drive, Charlotte, NC 28217.

When was LatinaCon 2023?

It took place on Saturday, June 10 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

How much were tickets?

$35 per person — includes breakfast, lunch, and access to all talks and panels.

What language was it held in?

The sessions were held in Spanish.

How much was parking?

Parking was free.

Was there a dress code?

Yes, the dress code was cocktail or festive.

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