HL | Milestone Series – Honors NAWBO NYC

HL | Milestone Series – Honors NAWBO NYC

HL | Milestone Series – Honors NAWBO NYC

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs and Expanding Economic Opportunity

For nearly five decades, the National Association of Women Business Owners has served as one of the nation’s most influential advocates for women entrepreneurs. Its New York City chapter, NAWBO NYC, continues that legacy by supporting women business owners across one of the most competitive and dynamic markets in the world.

NAWBO NYC’s milestone is defined by its unwavering commitment to helping women entrepreneurs build stronger companies, expand their networks, and gain access to the resources needed to grow and thrive.

NAWBO NYC will be recognized during the HL | Milestone Series — New York, taking place on May 20, 2026. This invitation-only reception brings together a curated audience of executives, entrepreneurs, and community leaders for an evening of connection, conversation, and recognition.

👉 Event details & RSVP: https://bit.ly/4bApDkE

Through educational programming, strategic networking, mentorship, and public policy advocacy, the organization provides women business owners with practical tools and meaningful connections. Its members represent a wide range of industries, including professional services, technology, finance, healthcare, creative industries, and consumer businesses.

Beyond individual business success, NAWBO NYC plays a critical role in advancing the broader conversation around women’s economic leadership. The organization creates opportunities for members to connect with corporate partners, government agencies, and fellow entrepreneurs while championing policies that foster entrepreneurship and economic inclusion.

In a city defined by innovation, resilience, and ambition, NAWBO NYC continues to provide a powerful platform where women entrepreneurs can learn, collaborate, and lead.

At the 2026 HL | Milestone Series – New York, we are proud to recognize NAWBO NYC for its enduring contribution to entrepreneurship and for helping shape a stronger and more inclusive business community.

Milestone Highlights

  • Supports women business owners through education, mentorship, and strategic networking.
  • Connects entrepreneurs with corporate partners, procurement opportunities, and community resources.
  • Advocates for policies that strengthen women-owned businesses.
  • Builds a collaborative community of accomplished women entrepreneurs across New York City.
  • Helps expand economic opportunity through leadership and business development.

Website: NAWBO NYC

The HL | Milestone Series is a national platform designed to celebrate leadership across business, community, education, and innovation.

The 2026 HL | Milestone Series is made possible through the support of Wells Fargo, the series’ funding partner, whose commitment to community engagement and financial empowerment helps bring these important conversations and recognitions to life.

Women | Business | Wellness Series Launches in Temecula

Women | Business | Wellness Series Launches in Temecula

Women | Business | Wellness Series Launches in Temecula

Temecula, California — March 26, 2026

In what marks the beginning of a new era for Hispanic Lifestyle’s in-person experiences, the inaugural Women | Business | Wellness Series brought together a dynamic and thoughtfully curated audience inside the women’s store at Macy’s Temecula.

Designed as an invitation-only gathering, the evening reflected a shift in how HL convenes its community—more intentional, more personal, and more connected.

Guests were welcomed with a glass of sparkling wine and a curated gift bag, setting the tone for an experience that blended professional insight with lifestyle engagement.

Event Photo Gallery

A full collection of moments from the Women | Business | Wellness Series launch is now available. From candid conversations to powerful exchanges on stage, the gallery captures the energy, connection, and experience of the evening.

2026 Women | Business | Wellness Series

A Curated Experience at the Center of It All

Set in the heart of the cosmetics and fashion floor, the event transformed a retail environment into a live forum for ideas, inspiration, and connection.

The space was filled with professional women from across the Inland Empire community leaders, entrepreneurs, business owners, and elected officials creating a room rich with perspective and shared ambition.

The energy extended beyond invited guests. Passersby paused, observed, and leaned in. Several asked how they could become part of the HL community some ultimately joining the experience in real time.

That response said everything: this wasn’t just an event it was a signal of what’s next.

Voices That Set the Tone

The evening featured conversations centered on dressing for success, presentation skills, confidence, and entrepreneurship topics that resonated deeply with attendees.

Prior to the event, Genoveva L. Arellano shared her enthusiasm:

“I have a lot to say about women, business and wellness… thank you Hispanic Lifestyle for this conversation!”

Her perspective, along with fellow speakers, set the tone for a meaningful and engaging dialogue focused on growth, presence, and leadership.

A Community Responds

The impact of the evening was best reflected in the voices of those in the room.

As shared by Jackie Scott:

“Put on your imagination cap for a second—a successful women-packed event in the center of Macy’s Temecula cosmetic department. Yes, you read that right.”

“So many women came out ready to be engaged and open… sharing valuable insight around confidence, presence, finding your voice, and styling your next move.”

“You found a special way to carry out what you do best—creating connections.”

Her reflections captured the essence of the evening—an environment where women showed up ready to engage, learn, and support one another.

Partners and Community Support

The success of the Women | Business | Wellness kickoff event was made possible through the collaboration of valued partners and community leaders.

We extend our appreciation to our host partner, Macy’s Temecula, whose team created a welcoming and engaging environment that elevated the entire experience.

We also recognize the support of our community host partners, including the Inland Empire Women’s Business Center, credit.org, and Arellano Associates, Inc..

Additional thanks to LatinosTalk for their engagement and support.

Guests also enjoyed thoughtfully prepared offerings from our catering partners, Simply Cheese and Yums by Maria, whose presentation and quality added to the overall experience of the evening.

PRESENTER

Genoveva L. Arellano is the Founder and President & CEO of Arellano Associates, Inc., a leading consulting firm specializing in public outreach and communications for transportation, urban planning, energy and water initiatives.

With more than 30 years of experience, Ms. Arellano has led the development of innovative engagement strategies that integrate digital tools, creative design, and inclusive community outreach. She provides strategic leadership on multi-jurisdictional infrastructure programs, including transportation, energy, water and other local planning projects, helping agencies incorporate meaningful public input into project development.

Her bilingual proficiency and deep connection to the Latino community have made her a trusted advisor for projects aimed at Spanish-speaking and underserved populations.

PRESENTER

Michelle Taylor is a senior operations executive with extensive experience in nonprofit financial counseling, housing programs, and regulatory compliance. At Credit.org, she serves as Senior Vice President of Business Operations, overseeing national programs in credit counseling, debt management, and housing stability. Her leadership ensures adherence to NFCC and HUD standards while advancing operational efficiency, staff development, and measurable client outcomes.

Michelle is recognized for building scalable systems, leading high-performing teams, and executing grant-funded programs with accuracy, accountability, and a commitment to financial empowerment. Her cross-agency experience makes her a trusted leader in implementing large-scale, mission-driven programs with both precision and empathy.

PRESENTER

Jackie Scott is the Director of the Inland Empire Women’s Business Center (IEWBC), where she leads efforts to help entrepreneurs start, grow, and scale successful businesses. A former entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience building and operating a wholesale distribution company, Jackie brings real-world insight to the founders and business owners she serves.

Beyond her role at IEWBC, Jackie is a recognized leader in the small business ecosystem. She serves on the CA WBC Network Steering Committee, chairs its Advocacy Committee, and holds board positions with the Microenterprise Collaborative Inland Southern California and the Association of Women’s Business Centers, where she also serves as Advocacy Committee Co-Chair.

The Beginning of What’s Next

This kickoff event represents more than a single evening it signals the launch of an ongoing series designed to elevate conversations around business, wellness, and personal growth.

With additional locations already in development, Hispanic Lifestyle is actively seeking partners who align with this vision of curated, high-impact community engagement.

Closing Perspective

What took place in Temecula was intentional.

It was a reintroduction of how Hispanic Lifestyle brings people together not just to attend, but to engage, reflect, and connect.

This is the direction forward.

How to Get Involved

This is an invitation-only experience—by design.

The Women | Business | Wellness Series is built around a curated audience of professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders who value meaningful connection and purposeful conversation.

There are several ways to be part of what’s next:

Attend an Upcoming Experience

Participation is limited to ensure a high-quality environment.
Priority consideration is given to subscribers of HL | Update and members of the HL Partner Network.

Become a Community Host Partner

We collaborate with organizations that are actively engaged in their communities and want to bring people together in a meaningful way.
Host partners receive a limited number of curated invitations and are recognized across our platforms.

Partner or Sponsor the Series

We are actively developing future events and welcome aligned partners who see value in connecting with a professional audience through content, experiences, and community engagement.

Submit a Speaker or Contributor

We welcome professionals with expertise in business, wellness, leadership, and personal growth to be considered for future programs.

Stay Connected

To receive updates, invitations, and announcements for upcoming events:

👉 Subscribe to HL | Update
👉 Follow Hispanic Lifestyle across our platforms

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Hispanic Lifestyle Relaunches as HL: A Reimagined Platform Celebrating Culture & Influence

Hispanic Lifestyle Relaunches as HL: A Reimagined Platform Celebrating Culture & Influence

Hispanic Lifestyle Relaunches as HL: A Reimagined Platform Celebrating Culture & Influence

The climate of our country and the media industry has changed drastically over the last 11 months. To stay relevant, to remain useful, and to continue honoring our community, it became necessary to rebrand, reimagine, and completely rework how we show up and serve.
Through my travels, conversations with colleagues, advertisers, creators, and community leaders and by watching the trends shaping our world I came to one undeniable conclusion: the Latino community continues to be underserved, undervalued, and underrepresented across far too many sectors.

Hispanic Lifestyle now known as “HL | Culture & Influence”

Our community has earned the right to be respected, acknowledged, and celebrated. And while we do not speak with a single voice, we represent a powerful spectrum of perspectives, cultures, and lived experiences. We must do a better job of telling our stories, highlighting our achievements, and being consistent, diligent, and unapologetic about showcasing our excellence.

After 30 years of producing content and events, I remain driven to do better—to go deeper, expand our reach, and collaborate with partners who share our commitment to elevating the voices that deserve to be heard.

At HL, our purpose is simple:
to capture the culture and influence of the community and ensure our stories are seen, valued, and remembered.

With our relaunch, Hispanic Lifestyle now known as HL | Culture & Influence enters a bold new chapter in our evolution as a media company. In our corner of the internet, our editorial focus remains clear: to raise, amplify, and honor the voices and stories shaping our community’s future.

In the months ahead, you will see expanded editorial categories, new online series, renewed storytelling, and fresh opportunities for engagement and collaboration. I invite you to explore the new HispanicLifestyle.com and join us as we build the next chapter of community-centered media.

Thank you for being part of our journey. Buckle up friends, there is so much more we are ready to share with you.

Richard Sandoval,
President & Executive Producer, HL

Please support our efforts by joining HL Partner Network

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Introducing | Culture & Influence Update

Introducing | Culture & Influence Update

Introducing | Culture & Influence Update

Your bi-weekly guide to the stories, people, and experiences shaping our community.
HispanicLifestyle.com | InlandValleyLiving.com

Hispanic Lifestyle, a leading voice in storytelling and community-focused media for more than 30 years, is proud to announce the launch of its newly reimagined bi-weekly newsletter: Culture & Influence Update.

The Culture & Influence Update is designed to bring readers the latest stories, videos, interviews, features, and community highlights from HispanicLifestyle.com and InlandValleyLiving.com, delivering a unified editorial experience that reflects the people, culture, and innovations shaping Latino life across the country and especially throughout Southern California.

“Our community deserves trusted content that reflects both our cultural influence and our everyday experiences. The Culture & Influence Update gives our readers a curated, inspiring, and informative look at the stories we’re producing across business, lifestyle, health, finance, travel, and more.”

Richard Sandoval

President , Hispanic Lifestyle

A Fresh Editorial Approach Rooted in Culture & Influence

The launch of the Culture & Influence Update represents a major step in Hispanic Lifestyle’s platform evolution, aligning with its strengthened editorial mission:

To capture, showcase, and celebrate the culture and influence of the Latino community.

Every issue will feature a curated collection of:

  • Top stories and features from HispanicLifestyle.com

  • Business, community, and regional highlights from InlandValleyLiving.com

  • Insights from newly launched categories including
    Money, Finances & Wealth,
    Health & Wellness,
    Fashion & Beauty,
    Auto & Mobility, and
    The Way We Travel

  • Video interviews and podcast segments from Creative Conversations and the upcoming Culture & Influence Video Podcast

  • Event announcements including
    the Culture & Influence Awards,  and
    Women | Business | Wellness Summit

  • HL Partner Network highlights featuring businesses, nonprofits, and organizations making an impact

With its new name and expanded editorial approach, the newsletter becomes the central hub that connects the full Hispanic Lifestyle ecosystem digital, video, events, and regional storytelling.


Serving a Growing and Influential Audience

Hispanic Lifestyle reaches a broad and engaged readership:

  • Over 3 million website visitors annually

  • 11 million+ page views

  • An audience that is 70% Latina decision-makers between ages 30–55

  • Strong video engagement through HLTV, YouTube, and social platforms

  • A growing Inland Empire audience through InlandValleyLiving.com

The Culture & Influence Update will serve as the bi-weekly touchpoint for these audiences, offering both inspiration and practical insight.


Opportunities for Partners

Organizations, corporations, and community partners will have the opportunity to connect with Hispanic Lifestyle’s readership through:

  • Newsletter sponsorship

  • Featured partner stories

  • Video integrations

  • Content collaborations

  • Participation in the HL Partner Network

For partnership inquiries, please contact: Richard Sandoval, @ RDS@Hispaniclifestyle.com

Partnership Opportunities Available

The Culture & Influence Update is our bi-weekly email newsletter connecting readers to stories, video features, and events from HispanicLifestyle.com and InlandValleyLiving.com.

Our audience includes:

  • Latino professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs

  • Community leaders, nonprofits, and public agencies

  • Women 30–55 who are primary decision-makers in the home

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship Options:

Level Rate (Example) Includes
Presenting Newsletter Sponsor $2,500 / month “Presented by” branding on header, sponsored message block, logo + link, mention in social posts promoting the newsletter
Edition Sponsor $750 / issue Sponsor block (mid-newsletter), logo + link, 1 short call-to-action paragraph
Partner Mention Included in HL Partner Network tiers Logo in footer + link to Partner page

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California | Business Insights

California | Business Insights

Why Some Businesses Leave California And Why Others Stay and Thrive

World’s 4th Largest Economy

California’s growth rate of 6% outpaced the top three economies: U.S. (5.3%), China (2.6%) and Germany (2.9%).

Key Attributes

California offers: creativity, diversity, capital access, and culture.

Growing up in California, I was familiar with companies like McDonnell Douglas, Chevron Oil, Kaiser, and Lockheed, among others. The economy and consumer buying habits have changed constantly, but California remains an economic powerhouse. People come to California seeking inspiration and are compelled to innovate if they want to stay here.

I began my career in the defense industry, specifically in ship repair. I joined at the end of the era when large ship repair facilities still dotted the California coastline, such as Todd Shipyard, NASSCO–San Diego, and Southwest Marine. I have witnessed firsthand how the defense industry has shrunk to a relatively small player in California’s economy. In recent years, the hospitality and tourism industries have experienced significant growth. Then came the COVID shutdown, which again forced California entrepreneurs to innovate. Businesses come and go, making way for the next big thing. California has consistently demonstrated its ability to survive and thrive.

Still, as times change, so do business decisions. While some companies choose to relocate to other states, others continue to launch and grow here. This article explores why businesses are leaving and why others continue to invest in the Golden State, backed by data and insights.

In 2024, California’s growth rate of 6% outpaced the top three economies: U.S. (5.3%), China (2.6%) and Germany (2.9%). California’s success is long-term  the state’s economy grew strongly over the last four years, with an average nominal GDP growth of 7.5% from 2021 to 2024. Preliminary data indicates India is projected to surpass California by 2026.

The In-N-Out Example: Leaving HQ, Not the Market

In a high-profile move, In-N-Out Burger announced the relocation of its corporate headquarters to Tennessee by 2026. While this sparked concern, it’s important to note that In-N-Out is not abandoning California operations. In fact, over 70% of its 400+ locations remain in California, including its original Baldwin Park site and major supply chain facilities.

Despite the HQ shift, In-N-Out will continue to generate hundreds of millions in revenue from its California stores. Estimates suggest the company brings in over $1.5 billion annually, with California locations accounting for the lion’s share—likely $1 billion or more. Those profits will now be reported out of state, raising concerns about California losing corporate tax base even when economic activity remains rooted here.

This move underscores a growing trend: corporations maintaining operations in California while relocating leadership and tax reporting elsewhere to ease regulatory burdens and reduce costs—without abandoning their strongest markets.

$2.3 trillion GDP

Why Businesses Start and Stay in California

Even with challenges, California continues to draw entrepreneurs and investors from across the globe. Why?

Outperforming the nation
California’s economy is growing at a faster rate than the world’s top three economies. According to the IMF’s 2024 World Economic Outlook data released and BEA data California’s nominal GDP reached $4.1 trillion, surpassing Japan’s $4.02 trillion, and placing California behind only the United States, China, and Germany in global rankings. California’s GDP figure is based on the latest state-level GDP data from the BEA.

1. It’s the World’s 4th Largest Economy

California’s $4.1 trillion GDP surpasses that of many countries. It leads in:

  • Technology (Silicon Valley, San Diego)
  • Entertainment (Los Angeles)
  • Agriculture (Central Valley)
  • Clean energy, biotech, and space industries

2. Access to Talent and Capital

With major research universities and a rich startup culture, California is home to:

  • Stanford, USC, UCLA, UC Berkeley
  • Thousands of tech firms, media companies, and creative agencies
  • A large concentration of VC firms and angel investors

3. Government Support and Infrastructure

From innovation grants to export assistance, California agencies like GO-Biz support entrepreneurship and business growth. The state also allows a wide range of business entity types and flexible tax structures.

What Happens to Corporations After They Leave, are They Successful?

Leaving California may ease tax and regulatory burdens—but is it a golden ticket to success?

 Success Stories

  • Oracle relocated its HQ to Austin, Texas, and has grown its cloud business rapidly.
  • Tesla built a Gigafactory in Austin and expanded operations, while keeping a large workforce in Fremont.

Not Always a Smooth Transition

  • Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) moved to Houston but faced growing pains in talent retention.
  • Dropbox downsized operations post-move, citing broader market corrections—not just location.

A Hybrid Model

Many relocated companies keep significant operations in California. Fremont, Palo Alto, and L.A. remain major R&D and marketing hubs.

Relocating may reduce costs—but long-term success still depends on vision, leadership, and adaptability.

California’s Business Landscape: The Numbers

Metric

Value

Corporate HQs exited (2011–2021)

789 companies

HQ jobs lost

~77,600

New business filings in 2024

~291,000

Net population migration (2023)

–259,000

Venture capital raised in CA (2023)

Over $100 billion

A State in Motion

California’s economy has always been dynamic. It evolves, resets, and reinvents itself—just as its entrepreneurs do.

Yes, some companies leave in search of lower costs and fewer regulations. But many others stay because they believe in what California offers: creativity, diversity, capital access, and culture. The Golden State remains a launchpad for visionaries who understand that innovation thrives where challenges spark bold ideas.

Sources:

  • Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC)

  • New York Post

  • Financial Times

  • Business Insider

  • CalMatters

  • Forbes

  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce

  • GO-Biz California

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