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“We’re Just Getting Started”: Latinas Find Connection and Inspiration at JEFAS® Summit
The 2026 JEFAS® Summit at Drake University brought together Latina business leaders across Iowa, Nebraska, and Illinois to build network connections and drive business growth.
Leia Baez named keynote speaker for 2026 JEFAS® Business Excellence Summit
Award-winning author Leia Baez will deliver the keynote at the JEFAS® Business Excellence Summit Sept. 4 at Drake University in Des Moines.
JEFAS® to Host Omaha Networking Event for Latina Entrepreneurs
JEFAS® will host an Omaha networking event Aug. 21 for Latina entrepreneurs, professionals, business owners, community leaders and allies.
JEFAS® Magazine and Drake University Announce 2026 JEFAS® Business Excellence Summit
The 2026 JEFAS® Summit returns Sept. 4 at Drake University with keynote speaker Leia Baez, workshops, networking and business resources.
Blanca Valencia: Trust as the First Step Toward Financial Well-Being
Blanca Valencia helps Lincoln’s Hispanic community understand banking, credit and financial options through clear, bilingual guidance.
Alejandra Jiménez: Leadership, Community, and Opportunity for Small Businesses in Omaha
Alejandra Jiménez, Director of Small and Emerging Business Development at the Greater Omaha Chamber, helps entrepreneurs in Omaha find structure, resources, and confidence as they grow their businesses.
JEFAS® Magazine Nebraska opens call for Latina entrepreneurs and community leaders
JEFAS Magazine Nebraska is accepting nominations for Latinas who are building businesses, creating opportunities and making an impact.
JEFAS® Magazine Iowa opens call for Latina entrepreneurs and community leaders
JEFAS Magazine Iowa is looking for Latinas who are building businesses, creating opportunities and making an impact in their communities.
JEFAS Magazine marks two years of telling Latina entrepreneurs’ stories in Iowa and Nebraska
JEFAS Magazine celebrates two years of sharing Latina entrepreneurs’ stories, highlighting business, leadership and community impact.
JEFAS Magazine – Nebraska Edition 2026 – Now Available!
Don’t miss out! Here’s the new exclusive JEFAS Magazine – Nebraska Edition. Dive into inspiring stories of Latina Entrepeneurs
Catalina’s Shopping and the Flowers of Fortune
From meatpacking plant to floral empire: how Cornelia Velázquez built a thriving business with Ecuadorian flower arrangements in Nebraska.
Sofrito and Sacrifice: Building Nebraska’s Only Authentic Puerto Rican Restaurant
A Puerto Rican mother of four builds a family-run Caribbean bistro in Omaha, sharing authentic mofongo and cultural traditions across four generations.












