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This Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re thrilled to shine a light on Yanaila Parada, one of our amazing Store Managers in Miami, FL. With a remarkable journey shaped by her cultural background, Yanaila exemplifies the spirit of diversity and inclusion. In this spotlight, she shares insights about her career path and the traditions that inspire her. Join us in celebrating Yanaila's story! Q: What do you love most about your job? A: I love to merchandise my store particularly during all holidays. Q: What challenges have you faced in your career? A: Learning to speak English fluently. Q: What was the best piece of advice you've ever received, either professionally or personally? A: My mom would always tell me to do everything I do with love, respect and dedication. Q: What's one thing you've learned working in retail that you didn't expect? A: Building strong and lasting relationships with associates as well as customers. Q: Do you have any favorite hobbies or interests outside of work? A: I love to travel via cruises and attend church on a regular basis. Q: Can you tell us about a tradition or custom from your culture that you enjoy participating in? A: Cooking lechon asado and dancing salsa/merengue during the Christmas holidays.

As we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we are proud to feature Kellys Vargas, one of our DC Managers at our Darlington Distribution Center. Her unique perspective and dedication have made a significant impact on our team. In this Q&A, Kellys reflects on her heritage, career journey, and the values that guide her. Join us in celebrating Kellys' story! Q: What do you love most about your job?  A: I love everything about my job, communicating with buyers, doing research, sharing my knowledge with other associates, so they can also grow and move up within the company and help to make it better. Q: Can you tell us about a tradition or custom from your culture that you enjoy participating in? A: Hispanic people are very family oriented and also very friendly. There is one tradition that we celebrate in Colombia with our families and our neighbors that I really love participating in, " La novena de Aguinaldos" , from December 16 to December 24. During each night of the novena, families and friends pray, eat, and sing villancicos ( Christmas carols) together, often accompanied by musical instruments. Every night the novena is celebrated in a different house and at the end of the novena on December 24, the kids will received gifts like toys and candy. Q: What challenges have you faced in your career?  A: At the beginning it was really a challenge learning the language and trying to communicate and share my ideas with other associates and managers. Once I learned it, that helped me to be able to move up in my career within the company. Q: What has been your most meaningful accomplishment so far?  A: Being promoted to manager of the Quality Control and Receiving departments. Being able to start from the bottom and learn, grow and move up all the way until being in charge of the department, and create a team that works together, always trying to do what is best for the department and for Cititrends, I think that it is my most meaningful accomplishment so far. Q: How do you celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, and what does it mean to you personally? A: I like to go to the festivals that are celebrated throughout this month in honor of the Hispanic heritage, meet new people and make new friends. It means a lot to me the fact that our different cultures and traditions are recognized and celebrated, because we are all Hispanics, but we all have differences between us too. Q: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received, either professionally or personally? A: The advice that I have always received both personally and professionally is "be patience". I am a very impatient person; when something needs to be done, it has to be done immediately and sometimes is not possible. So I have to remind myself to be patience. #HispanicHeritageMonth #AssociateSpotlight #EmployeeSpotlight #CitiTrends #CelebratingDiversity

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Citi Trends is excited to highlight one of our incredible team members, District Manager Claudia Plancarte. Through her unique experiences and cultural background, Claudia brings invaluable insights and creativity to our workplace. In this Q&A style spotlight, she shares her journey, the influence of her heritage on her career, and what this month means to her. Join us in celebrating Claudia’s contributions and learning more about the rich tapestry of Hispanic culture! Q: What do you love most about your job? A: Being around my team, teaching them, developing them and getting them ready for their next step in their career with Cititrends. Q: What challenges have you faced in your career?  A: While I always believe in myself, making the step from Store Manager to District Manager was somewhat challenging. After learning the position I knew I was up to the challenge. Q: What has been your most meaningful accomplishment so far?  A: My most meaningful accomplishment so far has been becoming an American Citizen after being in the United States for over 40 years. Q: Can you tell us about a tradition or custom from your culture that you enjoy participating in? A: One of our traditions that I like to take part in is “The Day of the Death” because we honor and remember our loves who are no longer with us. Q: What’s one thing you wish more people knew about your heritage or cultural traditions? A: I would like for people to know that Latinos are all about family, unity and coming together as a community when in need. Q: How do you celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, and what does it mean to you personally? A: We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month together as a family. We celebrate our culture, our language “Spanish”. And we celebrate the accomplishments we as immigrants have achieved not just for us, but for our families. #HispanicHeritageMonth #AssociateSpotlight #EmployeeSpotlight #CitiTrends #CelebratingDiversity

Today is National Voter Registration Day! Are you registered to vote? The right to vote is an important aspect of our civic duty. Voting allows you to contribute to the decision-making processes that affect your community and your country, making it a vital part of participating in and supporting the electoral system. Your voice matters, and registering to vote is the first step in making sure it is heard. Here’s how you can get involved: - Check Your Registration Status: Visit https://lnkd.in/dTffeUk to verify if you are already registered to vote. If not, it's quick and easy to sign up. - Register to Vote: If you haven't registered yet, you can do so online at https://vote.gov or find your local registration office. Remember, the deadline to register in many areas is fast approaching! - Get Informed & Make a Plan: Before heading to the polls, take some time to research the candidates and issues to make informed choices. Also, make a plan for how and when you will vote to ensure your voice is heard. We want to encourage everyone to exercise your right to vote, and an important first step is to ensure you are registered. #NationalVoterRegistrationDay #VoterRegistration #Vote #RightToVote #ExerciseYourRight #CitiTrends #LiveBold

We are excited to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, a time dedicated to recognizing and honoring the rich cultural contributions and histories of Hispanic and Latino communities. At Citi Trends, we deeply value and embrace diversity as a cornerstone of our success and growth. Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month is a chance to reflect on the diverse cultures and experiences that enrich our workplace and community. Each culture, ethnicity, and background bring unique perspectives and strengths, which collectively contribute to our dynamic environment and innovative spirit. To celebrate, we will shine a spotlight on just a few of our amazing associates of Hispanic and Latino decent throughout this month. Stay tuned, and join us in celebrating the diverse cultures and experiences of members of our team. #HispanicHeritageMonth #Diversity #DiversityandInclusion #CelebratingDiversity #CitiTrends

Today, Citi Trends pauses to remember and honor the lives lost and the bravery displayed during the tragic events of September 11, 2001. On Patriot Day, we reflect on the strength and unity that emerged from a day of unimaginable tragedy.   In recognition of Patriot Day, we encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect on the significance of this day and the impact it has had on our nation and our communities. It is a time to remember the strength and resilience shown by so many in the face of adversity. We stand together with our community, honoring the spirit of patriotism and the enduring legacy of those whose lives were lost on that day. #PatriotDay2024 #NeverForget #September112021

Happy Labor Day from all of us at Citi Trends! As we celebrate Labor Day, we want to take a moment to acknowledge and honor our incredible team. At Citi Trends, our success is a direct result of the commitment, passion, and tireless efforts of our associates who bring their best every day. From our Citi Crews in our stores, distribution centers and support centers, each role plays a crucial part in delivering exceptional service and maintaining the high standards our customers expect. Today, we celebrate not just a holiday but the collective spirit and resilience that drives our company forward. To our amazing team: thank you for your unwavering dedication and hard work. You are the backbone of our success, and we are grateful for everything you do. Wishing everyone a joyful and restful Labor Day! #LaborDay #CitiTrends #TeamAppreciation #RetailExcellence #ThankYou

At Citi Trends, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion, and we are proud to honor the incredible impact that Black-owned businesses have had on shaping the world of fashion and beyond. In honor of Black Business Month, we are thrilled to shine a light and celebrate a few of our 2024 Black History Makers grant winners whose creativity, passion and excellence help define Black entrepreneurship. Join us in celebrating these trailblazing businesses and the invaluable cultural and economic contributions they make. Check out this Q&A with Kasi Nayles, founder of FOR THE FEW Intimates as she shares how her business has evolved since being selected as one of our grant winners. #CitiTrends #BlackBusinessMonth #BlackBusiness #Entreprenuers #SmallBusinessFeature

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Citi Trends is proud to introduce our 2024 Black History Makers grant recipients. Our annual Black History Makers program aims to increase awareness of Black-owned businesses and recognizes entrepreneurs positively impacting their communities. As a tangible show of encouragement and investment, the program awards ten $5,000 grants to Black business owners doing exceptional work. This year, the grant winners are: - Artika Tyner – Planting People Growing Justice Press and Bookstore, Saint Paul, MN - Ashley Hamilton – Not Your Average Size, Irving, IL - Brittany Jenkins – Color Me Brown, Gastonia, NC - Crystal Swaine-Bates – Goldest Karat Publishing, Atlanta, GA - Ezinne Iroanya – SKNMUSE, Encino, CA - Kasi Nayles – For the Few LLC, Houston, TX - Melissa Jagessar – Cali Meets NYC, Lake Worth, FL - Michelle Cadore – DA SPOT NYC, Brooklyn, NY - Phoebe Ash – Curly Sister Inc., Renton, WI - Shouneqa James – Pocketbook Cysters, Dania, FL To learn more about the 2024 grant winners, visit: https://lnkd.in/eNEJSgpV And a heartfelt thank you to all our applicants - your dedication is inspiring. Congratulations to our outstanding 2024 Black History Makers! 🙌🏾🖤 #CitiTrends #Entreprenuers #BlackBusiness #BlackBusinessOwner #Congratulations #SmallBusiness #SmallBusinessOwner