MEDIA ADVISORY
U.S. Treasurer Rosa Ríos to speak at Latin American Association’s 27th Annual Compañeros Awards Luncheon April 14
WHAT:
The Latin American Association, the largest organization in Georgia dedicated to serving the needs of Latino immigrants, presents its 27th Annual Compañeros Awards Luncheon, a fundraising event that honors exceptional individuals who are making meaningful contributions to advance the well-being of Latino families. Compañeros is presented by longtime LAA supporter The Coca-Cola Company.
WHO:
Rosa “Rosie” Gumataotao Ríos, Treasurer of the United States
The luncheon honors the following award winners:
LAA Ambassador of the Year: Jeffrey Tapia
Olga C. de Goizueta Pacesetter Award: The Honorable Dax López
Corporate Champion: Comcast
Volunteer of the Year: Abbey Wojno and Mauricio Lascano
Inspiration Award: Florencia Zepeda
WHEN:
Thursday, April 14, 2016, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Program starts at 11:45 a.m.
WHERE:
Georgia Aquarium, Oceans Ballroom, 225 Baker Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
CONTACT:
If interested in covering the luncheon, please contact Aixa Pascual at 404.234.4143 or apascual@thelaa.org
SPONSORS:
Presenting Sponsor: The Coca-Cola Company
Platinum: Cox Enterprises, Georgia Power, Univision 34 Atlanta
Gold: Active Production & Design, Delta Air Lines, MundoHispánico, State Farm, UPS
Silver: The Goizueta Foundation, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Precision 2000
