EXPO PUTS FOCUS ON LATINO CONSUMERS.Byline: Daily News Browsers sampled products and obtained information Saturday Saturday: see week; Sabbath. from dozens of local businesses during the Latino Consumer Expo at the Panorama Mall. ``The business involvement is phenomenal and the flow of people has been steady since 10 this morning,'' said Philip ``Flip'' Smith, president of the Mid Valley Chamber of Commerce. The expo, presented by the Daily News, was organized by the chamber's Latino Business Development Committee. It originally was expected to host 40 businesses. But as word of the event spread, the number of businesses ballooned bal·loon n. 1. a. A flexible bag designed to be inflated with hot air or with a gas, such as helium, that is lighter than the surrounding air, causing it to rise and float in the atmosphere. b. to close to 60, Smith said. ``It's really wonderful to hear the chambers inquiring inquiring, v to draw information from a client—whether by verbal questioning or physical examination—to assess the person's state of health. how they can tap into the Latino market,'' said Assemblyman as·sem·bly·man n. A man who is a member of a legislative assembly. assemblyman Noun pl -men a member of a legislative assembly Noun 1. Tony Cardenas Tony Cardenas served in the California State Assembly. In the Assembly, he had the powerful position of chair of the Budget Committee. He is now a Los Angeles City Councilman, representing the 6th district, which includes parts of the San Fernando Valley. , D-Panorama City, who was at the event. ``It's commendable com·mend tr.v. com·mend·ed, com·mend·ing, com·mends 1. To represent as worthy, qualified, or desirable; recommend. 2. To express approval of; praise. See Synonyms at praise. 3. that the chambers would recognize that the wave of the future is to reach out to diverse communities,'' he said. A major goal of the expo was to bring more Latino businesses into the chamber. But it also was aimed at bringing a wide range of businesses together with local Latino consumers. Chamber officials said they hope the Latino Consumer Expo will become an annual event. CAPTION(S): Photo Photo: Sixty companies showcased their products and services for Valley Latinos at Saturday's expo. Gus Ruelas/Daily News |
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