Power On Heels Fund, Inc.

Thank you to CW39’s anchor Sharron Melton (@sharronmelton-media), for bringing awareness to the community about the work Power On Heels Fund, Inc. is doing to help Latinas close the wage gap and become more financially empowered. The interview with Power On Heels Fund, Inc. founder and CEO, Ivette Mayo, provided an opportunity to share our organization’s mission and programs, which assist Latinas in becoming their own best advocates in the marketplace. #ClosingTheWageGap #LatinaEmpowerment #FinancialIndependence #WomenInBusiness

And finally, meet our Latinas In Tech panelist, Ana Machado! ✨ Ana is a dynamic leader, investor, and business developer with over 15 years of experience in the tech industry, contributing her expertise to giants like HP, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and Amazon. Her background spans from Marketing, Program Management, Product Management, and Business Development. As the co-founder and leader of the Hispanic/Latinx ERG at HPE, Ana is also a passionate advocate for Diversity and Inclusion and currently serves as Co-Chairwoman for Latinas in Tech Houston. 👩🏻💻 Catch Ana at the Latina Equal Pay Day event today!! See you soon! ☺️ #POHF #GenderEquality #WomenInLeadership #DiversityAndInclusion #EqualPay #WorkplaceEquity #Trabajadoras #ProfessionalDevelopment

Meet our Lean In Latinas Panelist!! 🙌 Karina Izaguirre is the Founder and CEO of Accelerate Wellness 360°, where she develops tailored strategies to integrate wellness into company culture, driving engagement, retention, and productivity. With 25 years of experience as an HR Executive, Karina has held senior roles such as Vice President of People Services and Senior Vice President of Talent and Development, shaping human-centric business solutions for global and domestic organizations. Her expertise spans employee relations, talent development, and change management, and she’s a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR). Karina also founded Lean In Houston Latinas, a mentorship network empowering Latinas and allies to grow together, and serves on the board of Global Energy Transition, a non-profit dedicated to workforce development in the energy sector. Catch Karina at the Latina Equal Pay Day event today at 5 PM to learn from her insights! #POHF #GenderEquality #WomenInLeadership #DiversityAndInclusion #EqualPay #WorkplaceEquity #Trabajadoras #ProfessionalDevelopment

Today, October 3rd, is National Latina Equal Pay Day! 💰 BECAUSE OF THE WAGE GAP, LATINAS STAND TO LOSE NEARLY $1.3 MILLION OVER A 40-YEAR CAREER. That's why the Power on Heels Fund advocates tirelessly for pay equity. Through our specialized programs, mentorship, and scholarships, we empower Latinas to grow professionally, advance their careers, and become leaders.👩💼 We aim to positively impact the lives of 10,000 Latinas by 2025—locally, regionally, and nationwide. Be a part of this movement by attending our Latina Equal Pay Day event on October 4th at 5 PM. Don’t miss out on this important conversation— secure your spot now. Seats are running out!: https://buff.ly/4eDzVjT #POHF #GenderEquality #WomenInLeadership #DiversityAndInclusion #EqualPay #WorkplaceEquity #Trabajadoras #ProfessionalDevelopment

Lo#Throwback to our amazing Latina Building Wealth Series with Wells Fargo! We heard from a stellar panel of financial experts – Harold Jasper III, Serena Sneeringer, and Peter Horton! 💰 They led insightful and engaging discussions on #Homeownership, #PersonalFinance, #Wealthbuilding! We’re so proud to have empowered our community with the knowledge and tools to help #Latinas build towards their futures! Thank you to everyone who attended this great event! Also, thank you, Goya Foods and Impact Hub Houston for being amazing community partners. We truly appreciate it. 💙 #LatinaEmpowerment #BuildingWeatlh #Finance #PersonalDevelopment #Community Video credit : MeekoGraphics 🎥 Mike “Meeko” Skelton

Amigas, join us in our Virtual Advancing in the Workplace seminar with Flavia Mendez TOMORROW! Flavia is a Senior Small Business Banking Relationship Manager at Wells Fargo, and she will help us understand what it means to be financially in charge! 💪 Many professional #LATINAS are increasingly seeking to transition into #entrepreneurship, driven by a desire for greater independence and the chance to follow their dreams. Unfortunately, a significant number often rely on their personal savings to fund their business, which can limit growth potential. Pitching their business ideas to financial institutions can be a crucial step in securing the necessary funding. This allows them the opportunity not only to launch their businesses with capital, but also elevate businesses to new heights. 📈 By presenting their visions confidently and effectively to financial institutions, Latinas can access vital resources to turn their entrepreneurial dreams into reality. Join us for this important discussion! WEBINAR DETAILS: 📆 Thursday, October 3rd ⏰ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM CDT 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gfYpdeUE Members are FREE Non-Member - $10 #LATINASinBusiness #LatinaPower #Entrepreneurship #FinancialFreedom #finance #personalwealth

Meet Clarissa Barboza, MBA, our Latina in Corporate Panelist! A native Houstonian, Clarissa has been with Crum & Forster for nearly a decade and has a passion for advocating for equity and diversity in the workplace. She has made significant contributions to the advancement of Latinas and underrepresented groups in various sectors. She has served as the volunteer chair for the 2024 ALPFA Inc - Association of Latino Professionals For America Convention in Las Vegas, demonstrating her leadership and commitment to professional development in the Latino community. 🙌 Clarissa earned a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Sam Houston State University, an MBA from UHD Marilyn Davies College of Business and is currently pursuing her doctorate degree in business at the University of the Incarnate Word. 🎓 She is actively involved in her community as a member of The Junior League of Houston, Inc., serves on the Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston committee, sits on the Chinquapin Preparatory School board, and is a proud volunteer with the Houston Astros Foundation. This year, she also began teaching as an adjunct professor at Lone Star College, where she works with freshmen students. Clarissa is a champion for #LatinaEqualPay and works to address the wage gap through education, mentorship, and community engagement. Join us THIS Friday for #LatinaEqualPayDay and observe this important issue! Be sure to register here: https://lnkd.in/gsjiTS24 #LatinaEqualPayDay #LatinasinCorporate #Empowerment #Leadership #CorporateLife #Diversity #Equity #ClosetheGap

Meet Maria Vilma Duran, our Latina in Sports Panelist! ⚽ As the Director of Community Engagement at the Harris County - Houston Sports Authority, Maria leads impactful projects in business, education, and community development. With over 18+ years of experience in sports and marketing, she’s worked with the Houston Dynamo, Copa America Centenario, and the College Football Playoff National Championship. Maria is also the founder of Duran Concepts LLC, a multicultural experiential and sports marketing company, and the Central American Collective, celebrating art and culture. Her leadership has earned her numerous awards, Rumbo Newspaper's Mujeres Destacadas and Latino Leaders Magazine's Influential Latinos of Houston, and she recently received the Poder Hispano Latina Power Award. ✨ Join us THIS Friday, October 4th, for Latina Equal Pay Day to hear from inspiring leaders like Maria and support equity and equality! 💪 Register now and be part of the change: https://lnkd.in/gsjiTS24 #LatinaEqualPayDay #Empowerment #LatinasInLeadership #Inequity #SportsIndustry

One factor that can help women obtain equitable and fair compensation for their work is to improve their level of financial awareness. “As Houston continues to foster a more equitable work environment, it becomes increasingly clear that financial education is the cornerstone of building lasting wealth for Latina women,” said Ivette Mayo, CEO of Power On Heels Fund, Inc. “Through initiatives like the Latinas Building Wealth and Progressive Leader Program we are addressing wage disparities among Latina professionals and helping Latina college students bridge gaps in resources and relationships, respectively.” To learn more, join us on LATINA EQUAL PAY DAY on October 4th at 5 p.m. at the Esperson Building! Register today here: https://buff.ly/4eBoNUI #POHF #FinancialEmpowerment #BuildWealth #LatinasInLeadership #FinancialEducation #EqualCompensation

#LATINAS are making bold moves into entrepreneurship – driven by passion and the desire for independence. ✨ But did you know many rely on personal savings to get started? This can limit their growth potential. That’s why pitching business ideas to financial institutions is key! By confidently presenting their vision, latinas can secure the funding needed to launch and elevate their businesses to its fullest potential. Let’s support their journey and help turn entrepreneurial dreams into reality! 💕Join us in our Virtual Advancing in the Workplace seminar with Flavia Mendez! Flavia is a Senior Small Business Banking Relationship Manager at Wells Fargo and she will help us understand what it means to be financially in charge! 💪 DETAILS: 📆 Thursday, October 3rd ⏰ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM CDT 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gfYpdeUE Members are FREE NonMember - $10 #LATINASinBusiness #LatinaPower #Entrepreneurship #FinancialFreedom #finance #personalwealth