LOS ANGELES, Jan. 26, 2012 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The National Latina Business Women Association (NLBWA) is pleased to announce the election of Suzanna Sanchez as National Board President. The election took place during the Board of Directors bi-monthly meeting held in December and is effective on January 1, 2012. Sanchez will serve a two year term and will oversee the operations of the National Board of Directors, focus on growing the organization, aligning partnerships and supporting the development of chapters across the country.

“I am very excited and honored to be elected as NLBWA’s Board President,” stated Suzanna Sanchez, “NLBWA is a great organization filled with much potential and I am excited to begin working in my new capacity as President. I look forward to the challenges ahead and to also work collectively with our partners to bring value our members and communities we serve.”

Suzanna brings a solid foundation of national and international corporate experience and the entrepreneurial insight that will benefit the organization in setting the tone for infrastructure development and sustainable growth opportunities. Ms. Sanchez is the president and founder of Savvy Solutions Inc., a company specializing in improving clients’ performance and growth by developing integrated business and new media solutions for new market entries that support ancillary portfolio offerings and revenue business models.

Suzanna will replace outgoing President Cecilia Mota, who has completed her term and will continue to serve on the Board of Directors. As President from 2009-2011, Cecilia tirelessly served the organization and had many successes. She was instrumental in redefining the organization’s bylaws and establishing an office in Downtown Los Angeles for the organization.

“Cecilia has served NLBWA for seven years with dedication and passion that has not only benefited the organization but has also earned the respect of many,” stated Sanchez, “there are not enough words or thanks that can be said for all her time and effort.”

About NLBWA

Since its foundation, NLBWA has grown to seven chapters nationwide with a growing membership. NLBWA’s mission is to promote, develop and support the rapid growth of Latina business owners and professionals. The purpose of NLBWA is to create more representation, visibility, and business development, networking and mentoring opportunities for women in business. The national organization supports the development of chapters throughout the country that deliver programs and services enabling greater success for the Latina business owner. Visit www.nlbwa.org for more information.

SOURCE National Latina Business Women Association