NASHVILLE, Tenn.—The Tennessee Latin American Chamber of Commerce welcomes five new board members and announces a new team of executive leadership, led by incoming board President Mayra Zimmer. Joining the board are Edmundo Cepeda, Santiago Garcia, Lourdes Garrido, Valerie Kristinus and Javier Solano. “The growth rate for Latino entrepreneurs in the U.S. is more than double the national average, which says to me that our work here is no longer just about diversity and inclusion, but about simple economics. I’m honored to represent the TLACC at this important time, especially here in Nashville, and am humbled by the support we …

NASHVILLE, Tenn.– Nonprofit WGU Tennessee has announced a new scholarship program designed to encourage qualified Tennessee adults to go back to school in 2014 for their bachelor’s or master’s degrees in business, information technology, education, or health professions, including nursing. “New Year’s resolutions can often be difficult promises to keep” The WGU Tennessee Happy New You Scholarship provides $500 toward WGU Tennessee’s already-low tuition per six-month term, up to four terms, for a total value of up to $2,000 per recipient. “New Year’s resolutions can often be difficult promises to keep,” said Dr. Kimberly K. Estep, WGU Tennessee chancellor. “With …