The Fourth Largest Economy Nobody Is Talking About: The $4 Trillion Truth About Latino and Latina Entrepreneurs
Latino-owned businesses are growing ten times faster than white-owned businesses. Latina-owned firms grew 82% in five years. And yet four doors are closing simultaneously on Latino and Latina entrepreneurs. Silicon Valley Latino names them all — and why community investment has never mattered more.
Protecting Our People in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
AI is reshaping banking, healthcare, hiring, and everyday life. And one of our own is making sure our community doesn't get left behind — or worse, left vulnerable.
SVL Advisory Board Member Arnaldo "Arnie" Lopez sits down with SVL Founder Alex for an exclusive conversation on AI security, why the Latino community faces unique risks, and what we can do about it.
Flor de Chile: A Latina Entrepreneur's Dream, One Jar at a Time
In 2020, Flor de Chile didn’t exist. Today it’s on store shelves across the Bay Area. This Women’s History Month, we spotlight a Latina entrepreneur who turned homesickness into a thriving brand — and who is building anyway, despite everything working against her.
They Cut the Ladder: The Federal Rule Shutting Latino Entrepreneurs Out of Capital
Latino-owned businesses are the fastest growing in America. Now the one federal program built to help entrepreneurs who lack traditional collateral has been closed to a significant portion of them. The government said so itself.
Consistency. Excellence. Leadership. Michael Archuleta In Motion
Michael Archuleta, SVL Advisory Board Member, continues his streak of national recognition with honors from Becker’s Hospital Review and a finalist nod for CIO of the Year at the Colorado Technology Association’s APEX Awards. A true example of consistent, purpose-driven leadership in healthcare innovation.
From Space to Soil: José Hernández’s Journey, Revisited
When we first featured José Hernández in 2012, he spoke about the ingredients for success: preparation, persistence, and purpose. More than a decade later, those same principles are shaping his latest chapter through Tierra Luna Cellars — proving that true success evolves, but its foundation remains the same.
Afro-Latina Leadership Making History: Joseline Peña-Melnyk
Joseline Peña-Melnyk made history as she was unanimously elected Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates, becoming the first Afro-Latina to lead a legislative chamber in the state’s history.
Latina Leadership Makes History in the Crescent City - New Orleans
This week, Helena Moreno was officially inaugurated as the 63rd mayor of New Orleans, marking a historic first as the city’s first Latina mayor and only the second woman to ever hold the office.
Historic Latina Leadership in California: Monique Limón
Monique Limón is making history in California — not just as a trailblazing Latina leader, but as a legislator whose life and work deeply reflect the communities she serves.
Latina Leadership Making History: Maricela “Marci” Luna
History was made in Los Angeles as Maricela “Marci” Luna was honored by the U.S. Postal Service as the first Mexican-American Latina to serve as Postmaster of Los Angeles—a milestone more than 170 years in the making.
2025: Storytelling Has Always Been Our Strategy
2025 reaffirmed what has always guided Silicon Valley Latino: storytelling as strategy. In a year shaped by uncertainty and nonstop headlines, we remained focused on elevating the positive, impactful work happening across our community—highlighting solutions, success stories, and the leaders building a stronger future. This year-end reflection looks back at how and why our stories continue to matter.
Latine-Owned Businesses Navigate a Shifting Economic Landscape
What are Latine business owners experiencing in today’s economy? Drawing from our recent survey, this article explores emerging trends, shared challenges, and the resilience shaping Latino entrepreneurship as we look ahead.
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