I recently had the honor of participating in a congressional forum highlighting the Minorities in Energy Initiative hosted by the U.S. Department of Energy. This initiative seeks to connect diverse stakeholders — businesses, communities, schools, and individuals — to address challenges and opportunities for minority engagement in the energy sector. The spirited discussion included many […]
Guest Blogger Series: Jorge Madrid “Green Can Grow Latino Business Ownership”
By Jorge Madrid Latinos are launching new businesses at greater rates than ever – more than double the rate of all new U.S. businesses from 2002-2007, according to a new census report. These firms generated over $345 billion in sales in 2007 alone. And while many must certainly feel the strain of the current economic […]