Dear Friends and Colleagues,
We're delighted to invite you to a special evening celebrating the remarkable Latina leaders featured in the September/October issue of Brava Magazine. Step Up: Equity Matters and The HUB are proud to host this celebration honoring women who are making significant contributions across our community.
Join us for an inspiring evening featuring excellent food, music, and meaningful connections with leaders who are driving positive change in our community.
Where: The HUB, 2352 S. Park St., Madison, Wisconsin 53713 (4th Floor)
When: Thursday, October 9, 2025 | 4:00 - 8:00 PM
Please use the entrance by the DMV and parking ramp, which is free to use.
Street parking nearby
Wheelchair access available
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Click here to read the article
These leaders represent diverse sectors including nonprofit management, workforce development, community advocacy, and youth empowerment, each bringing unique perspectives and proven expertise. We're honored to recognize these exceptional women:
Tania Ibarra, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Step Up: Equity Matters, LLC
Karen Menendez Coller, Executive Director of Centro Hispano of Dane County
Virginia Gittens Escudero, Executive Director of UNIDOS
Araceli Esparza, Founder and Director of Midwest Mujeres Inc.
Brenda González, Director of Community Relations at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Dr. Nydia Martinez, Executive Director of the Latino Academy of Workforce Development
Sandy Morales, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County
Geraldine (Gery) Paredes Vasquez, CEO of YWCA Madison
We are excited to share that Tania Ibarra of Step Up
had a featured article in the Fall issue of Brava Magazine as well.
Click here to read Tania’s article, "Confident Leadership Starts With Financial Savvy"
Space is limited for this intimate celebration. Please register through our Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/latinas-leading-with-heart-vision-tickets-1708840079679?aff=oddtdtcreator
We look forward to celebrating these inspiring leaders with you and fostering the connections that strengthen our community.
Best regards,
Step Up: Equity Matters & The HUB
This event celebrates the power of community, the strength of leadership, and the importance of recognizing those who are making a difference. We can't wait to see you there!
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