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Prospanica Brings the 2026 Prospanica Summit to Marina Del Rey, Inspiring Professionals to Imagine Más

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Bringing together a diverse community of professionals, the summit will highlight strategies for career advancement, inclusive leadership, and building meaningful professional relationships.

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Prospanica, the Association of Hispanic MBAs and Business Professionals, and Techqueria, the largest global community of Latiné professionals in tech, will host the 2026 Prospanica Summit on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Hotel MdR by Hilton in Marina del Rey, California. Under the theme Imagine Más, the one-day summit will bring together business professionals, graduate students, entrepreneurs, corporate partners, and community leaders from across the country to explore new opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and career advancement.

Designed to inspire attendees to envision what is possible and take meaningful steps toward their goals, the Prospanica Summit will offer a dynamic program of keynote presentations, interactive workshops, career development sessions, networking opportunities, and direct access to recruitment opportunities with corporate sponsors. Participants will gain practical strategies to navigate today’s evolving workplace, strengthen their leadership skills, and expand their professional networks while connecting with prospective employers, graduate schools, and renowned industry leaders.

“Imagine Más is an invitation to look beyond where we are today and recognize the opportunities ahead of us,” said Thomas Savino, Chief Executive Officer of Prospanica. “Through the Summit, we aim to create an inclusive space where professionals can learn from one another, build meaningful relationships, and access the resources and connections that help them move forward in their careers.”

“Latiné professionals are helping shape the future of technology, and they deserve access to the networks and opportunities that help them thrive. The Prospanica Summit creates space for our community to connect, grow, and envision what’s possible,” said Joliz Cedeño, Executive Director of Techqueria.

Sessions That Inspire Progress

The 2026 Prospanica Summit will feature educational sessions led by industry professionals and thought leaders, with programming emphasizing the challenges and opportunities shaping today’s business landscape.

The morning program will include “Career Compass: Mapping Your Journey Beyond Your Strategic Pivot,” a session focused on navigating career transitions and identifying new professional opportunities. Attendees can also participate in “Líderes from Day One: Presenting Your Best Self in Your New Workplace” and “Your Purpose. Your Power. Your Momentum,” sessions exploring workplace presence, inclusive leadership, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in business.

Afternoon sessions will offer additional opportunities for professional and educational advancement. The “MBA Program Showcase: Lightning Round” will connect attendees with graduate business education opportunities, while “From Seat to Strategy: Building Your Path to the Boardroom” will explore pathways to board leadership. The program will also feature “The Importance of Relationships in Building Our Leadership Brand,” highlighting the role meaningful professional relationships play in shaping leadership and long-term career success.

Closing Keynote: Gary Acosta on the Power of Relationships

The Summit will conclude its educational programming with keynote speaker Gary Acosta, Co-Founder and CEO of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP). In his session, “The Importance of Relationships in Building Our Leadership Brand,” Acosta will explore how meaningful connections shape leadership journeys, strengthen professional networks, and create opportunities for growth.

An entrepreneur, investor, and advocate for the Latino business community, Acosta has dedicated his career to advancing Latino entrepreneurship, wealth creation, and representation across industries. Through his leadership at NAHREP and his work supporting Latino-led businesses, he continues to champion greater economic opportunity and professional success.

Following the keynote, attendees will have the opportunity to put those connections into practice during the corporate networking reception, taking place from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The reception will bring together attendees, company representatives, recruiters, university partners, and fellow professionals to exchange ideas and explore potential career and educational opportunities.

A Day of Learning, Connection, and Comunidad

Beyond its educational sessions, the Summit is designed to foster the connections that support professional growth. Attendees will have opportunities to exchange ideas with peers from across industries, engage with corporate partners and exhibitors, and explore career pathways and graduate education programs. Participating corporate sponsors include Domino’s, MassMutual, and Munich Re. Universities attending include California State University, Long Beach, Pepperdine University, the University of California, Davis, and the University of San Diego.

Registration includes full-day access to summit sessions, summit materials, access to sponsors and exhibitors, and an evening networking reception. The event welcomes professionals at every stage of their careers, including MBA candidates, graduate students, recent graduates, entrepreneurs, career changers, emerging professionals, corporate leaders, and talent acquisition representatives.

Registration is now open. Professional tickets are valued at $200, student and recent graduate tickets at $150, and group registration for five or more participants is available at $125 per person.

For more information and to register, visit prospanica.org/summit.

About Prospanica

Founded in 1988, Prospanica empowers Hispanic professionals to achieve their full educational, economic, and social potential. With more than 50 chapters nationwide, Prospanica provides scholarships, leadership programs, and professional development opportunities designed to foster growth and success across industries. Learn more at prospanica.org. Follow us on social media for the latest updates: Linkedin, Facebook, X, Instagram, Threads and Youtube.

About Techqueria

Techqueria is a national nonprofit that supports and advances Latiné professionals in technology. With a community of more than 20,000 members across ten chapters, Techqueria fosters representation, opportunity, and leadership through mentorship, networking, advocacy, and community-building—creating spaces where Latiné professionals connect, grow, and lead en comunidad.

Learn more at techqueria.org

Media Contact: Amanda Tovar
Chief Operating Officer
Email: Marketing@prospanica.org

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LEAP Group Relaunches HumanView, a Growth Intelligence System Built to Explain Why Customers Behave the Way They Do

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Reimagined from the ground up, HumanView pairs statistical modeling with expert analysts to turn millions of real-world customer signals into business decisions

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LEAP Group today announced the relaunch of HumanView, its growth intelligence service. The new version has been rebuilt from the ground up and now has a dedicated home at leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

HumanView analyzes what customers say and do across social platforms, e-commerce sites, review platforms, search behavior and user-generated content, including signals from Reddit, TikTok, YouTube, Meta, Amazon and Walmart+ that general AI tools cannot always access. Because the data reflects unprompted, real-world behavior, it avoids the response bias built into surveys and focus groups.

The service works in three layers. HumanView captures signals at scale, decodes millions of records through validated statistical models such as regression, correlation and clustering, and then relies on experienced analysts to interpret the patterns. Clients receive clear, human-validated insights instead of another dashboard.

“Machines find the patterns. Humans find the point,” said Alan Gilleo, CEO at LEAP Group. “The first version of HumanView showed us how much customers reveal when nobody is asking them questions. This version is built to explain why they act the way they do, and to put those answers in front of everyone making decisions, from product to service to marketing.”

HumanView focuses on three areas:

Growth Intelligence: customer motivations and how people perceive a brand and its competitors

Market and Category Intelligence: product pain points, service friction, unmet needs and competitive gaps

Audience Intelligence: new segments, positioning opportunities and gaps in the market

Every model is designed and validated by data scientists and benchmarked before it informs a recommendation.

To learn more about HumanView, visit leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

About LEAP Group
LEAP Group is a boutique marketing agency holding company with offices in Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Chicago. Guided by the belief that brands should “Market Less. Matter More.,” LEAP gives clients access to specialized experts across its entire network. Learn more at leapgroupnetwork.com.

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

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TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CSE: ADX) (“Advantex”), a leader in the merchant cash advance and loyalty marketing products for merchants, today announced the completion of a $250,000 secured debt financing. Advantex issued a $250,000 non-convertible debenture which bears an interest rate at 12% per annum and matures December 15, 2027. The proceeds raised from this issuance of the Debenture will be used for working capital purposes.

Advantex has also extended the maturity of its existing $700,000 in 12% secured debentures from October 10, 2026 to December 15, 2027.

About Advantex Marketing International Inc.

Advantex provides working capital to merchants. Advantex also provides specialized marketing programs that enable members of Aeroplan to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants.

Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX. For more information go to Advantex’s profile on www.sedar.com

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This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the future business and operations of Advantex. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The business and operations of Advantex described herein is dependent on a number of factors and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ material include, but are not limited to, changes in Advantex’s economic and competitive conditions including but not limited to the industry sectors in which Advantex operates.

The statements in this news release are made of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements are made based on management’s beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date the statements are made and Advantex undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by applicable law.

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