NSHMBA honors Medal of Honor recipient Santiago J. Erevia by awarding the highest award for veterans: The Brillante Award for Military Excellence

IRVING, Texas, Sept. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) is proud to announce Santiago J. Erevia, Medal of Honor recipient as the winner of the highest honor award given to veterans by the organization, the Brillante Award for Military Excellence. This category recognizes and honors Hispanic heroes for their commitment, loyalty and service to our country. 

Erevia will be honored at the NSHMBA Gala at the Annual NSHMBA Conference and Career Expo held on Saturday, September 27th. Tickets to the event, are $50 each, proceeds from ticket sales go to the NSHMBA Foundation, a 501c3 organization.  For ticket information visit http://www.nshmba.org/event/NSHMBAGala

In recognition and appreciation to military and veterans, NSHMBA opens its doors to the Annual Conference & Career Expo free of charge on September 26 and 27th.

In addition, NSHMBA will be launching the Entrepreneurship Experience program as a first year exhibit open to the local community and free of charge. NSHMBA is happy to host this one-day program, featuring a set of workshops designed for professionals who are considering going into business but don't necessarily have a concept in mind.  Manny Gonzalez, NSHMBA CEO commented, "We are very excited to be hosting this event for the first year open to the local community, we invite you to join us as we continue opening doors of opportunity and success in our community."

To learn more about the Entrepreneurship Experience and see a full list of companies who will be presenting their experiences and advice please visit: https://www.nshmba.org/page/2014NCentrepreneurial.

About NSHMBA -The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) was formed in 1988.  NSHMBA aims to empower Hispanics to achieve their fullest educational, social, and economic potential. NSHMBA serves the Hispanic community and its constituents through a national network of 40 chapters and hundreds of community strategic partners across the United States and Puerto Rico. Visit www.nshmba.org

NSHMBA's 25th Annual Conference & Career Expo - NSHMBA will host its Annual Conference and Career Expo at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA September 24-27, 2014. The conference is made possible in part by the support of NSHMBA's co-lead sponsor GlaxoSmithKline and Vanguard; automotive partner Lincoln Motor Company, media partner Comcast, academic lead Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey and insurance partner Nationwide Insurance. Visit: www.nshmba.org/nationalconference

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SOURCE National Society of Hispanic MBAs