“We’re Just Getting Started”: Latinas Find Connection and Inspiration at JEFAS® Summit

by JEFAS Magazine | Sep 7, 2026 | Latest Features, Latest News and Celebrations

DES MOINES, Iowa — The energy inside the JEFAS® Business Excellence Summit 2026 was difficult to miss. There were hugs between old friends, introductions between new ones, business cards exchanged, ideas shared and plenty of cheering as Latina entrepreneurs and...

Leia Baez named keynote speaker for 2026 JEFAS® Business Excellence Summit

by JEFAS Magazine | Aug 27, 2026 | Latest Features, Latest News and Celebrations

The award-winning author and speaker will present “There’s Power in Your Story: How Authenticity Can Fuel Business Growth” on Sept. 4 in Des Moines. DES MOINES, Iowa — Award-winning author and speaker Leia Baez will deliver the keynote address at the 2026 JEFAS®...

JEFAS® to Host Omaha Networking Event for Latina Entrepreneurs

by JEFAS Magazine | Aug 17, 2026 | Latest Features, Latest News and Celebrations

– The Aug. 21 gathering will welcome entrepreneurs, professionals, business owners, community leaders and allies from across the Omaha area. JEFAS® Magazine will host a Latina networking event in Omaha on Friday, Aug. 21. It will welcome entrepreneurs,...

JEFAS® Magazine and Drake University Announce 2026 JEFAS® Business Excellence Summit

by JEFAS Magazine | Aug 11, 2026 | Community of JEFAS, Latest Features, Latest News and Celebrations

Third annual summit will bring Latina entrepreneurs from across the Midwest to Des Moines on Sept. 4 DES MOINES, Iowa — JEFAS® Latinas in Business Magazine, in partnership with the Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship Outreach at Drake University’s Zimpleman College...

Blanca Valencia: Trust as the First Step Toward Financial Well-Being

by Caro martinez | Jul 24, 2026 | Community of JEFAS, Latest Features, Latest News and Celebrations

By Karlha Velásquez Rivas Talking about money can be complicated within the Latino community. Opening a bank account, understanding available options or building credit can raise many questions. The same is true when considering investments, preparing for taxes or...

Alejandra Jiménez: Leadership, Community, and Opportunity for Small Businesses in Omaha

by JEFAS Magazine | May 18, 2026 | Latest Features, Latest News and Celebrations

By Karlha Velásquez Rivas, JEFAS Magazine In an office with white walls in Omaha, Alejandra Jiménez spends her days building programs, setting up trainings, and having conversations that can change the path of a small business. Her work is not just about organizing...