Santa Clarita, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/31/2013 -- Are you reaching your target market through traditional media only? In a move that quickly accelerates Hispanic advertising/PR agency Power Media Group's (http://www.powermediagroup.com) presence into the world of technology, they are proud to announce the launch of their company's new mobile application development division: Power Media Apps (http://www.powermediaapps.com).

The next wave of market connection is mobile media. Power Media Group has launched Power Media Apps to help its customers stay connected to their target markets on a global scale.

A September 19, 2012, report by comScore said,

"Four in five Smartphone owners in July 2012 shopped on their device, giving way to 85.9 million smartphone owners using retailer mobile websites or apps."

Ever-changing technology has made doing business easier than ever and now with the new division launch of Power Media Apps, business operations for companies are at a new level.

This new division designs mobile applications for both iPhone and Android users. Companies can create custom mobile applications for their particular business needs.

Some of the options available for a mobile application through Power Media Apps are (but not limited to) one-touch calling, instant GPS, app sharing, business information and coupons. Customers who download a company's app receive important "push notifications" for promotions and important news and information on upcoming events.

Power Media Apps is providing a necessary tool for their clients to be better connected with their target audience, while expanding their presence into the far reaches of untapped markets. This service is available to all of Power Media Group's clients as part of their personal touch and stays in line with their philosophy "We love your business as we love our baby."

Get a customized demo of this brand new app, courtesy of Power Media Apps, by sending an email to info@powermediaapps.com.

Media Contact:
Patricia Gracia
patricia@powermediagroup.com

About Power Media Group: http://www.PowerMediaGroup.com
Power Media Group - Not Just Another Hispanic Advertising Agency!

Hispanic-owned Power Media Group (PMG) is a public relations and advertising agency specializing in creating and implementing all-inclusive Spanish language campaigns that help businesses build lasting relationships with the Latino community. In August 2012, PMG received U.S. Government Registrations & Certifications in four different categories (SBA, D&B, CCR, and ORCA) that will advance the company's growth into the expanding bilingual business world. In addition to traditional campaigns, PMG utilizes innovative grassroots media campaigns that are designed to reach out to the rapidly growing Hispanic population that contributes more than $1.2 trillion to the U.S. economy annually.

The agency has won multiple awards and recognitions for its work including 2010 and 2011 ADDY Awards for Excellence in the Website Design and Local Radio categories. In addition, PMG won the United States Small Business Administration Minority Small Business Champion of the Year Award in 2010. The company's clients include Universal Music Latin and Creativa Interiors Primor. To further strengthen its commitment to the multicultural market, Patricia and Tony Gracia launched the Power Woman Business Center in 2011. This non-profit 501 c3 organization serves as a business incubator that reaches out to entrepreneurs and helps them navigate the difficult economic environment.

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“Anna and Chris will provide crucial information to PWBC listeners on the many programs SCE offers to small business owners and the general public to save money and conserve energy.”

Santa Clarita, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/05/2012 -- Check out KHTS 1220AM Hometown Station on http://www.powerwomanbc.com to listen (and watch) Patricia Gracia, founder of 501(c)(3) nonprofit Power Woman Business Center, and her co-host Bill Miranda interview two of SCE's finest in what was a key program for all business owners. The resourcefulness of visiting http://www.sce.com for energy and money-saving programs and information is often lost on those who run a business, which is why Anna and Chris provide their expertise in order to benefit them.

Three important points were covered on this program and they are as follows: 1. Small business support for audits and billing. This can be done online or through a visit from a SCE representative. 2. The resources http://www.sce.com offers such as money-saving programs, energy management solutions, business rates, energy centers, etc. 3.Billing options through automatic payment or pay-by-phone, and the pros and cons of both.

Business owners must be more informed on how to increase their energy efficiency and how devoted Southern California Edison is to assisting the community. In support of better energy management solutions, Power Woman Business Center will have its building surveyed and assessed by SCE for proper adjustments as needed. PWBC will continue as a leading example to their Santa Clarita Valley community on how to move towards a better tomorrow for our planet.

About Power Woman Business Center
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Power Woman Business Center was founded by Patricia and Tony Gracia, with the mission to create jobs in order to stimulate our recovering economy. The organization serves as an incubator for entrepreneurs who lack the necessary resources in successfully creating a business. Established in the Santa Clarita Valley Enterprise Zone, the PWBC facility provides office equipment such as cubicles, computers, fax machines, telephones and Internet, along with a conference room and even a fully stocked kitchen

An entrepreneur's ideal launch pad, PWBC donates countless hours to overseeing the development and success of each business that comes through the organization. The organization provides training and leadership seminars, business planning and networking strategies to any of its members. It is this kind of dedication, along with community and board member support, that allows the program to exist.

As a business incubator, Power Woman Business Center's bottom line is to create jobs by bringing new businesses to the area with an emphasis in helping start-ups and current business owners. Patricia Gracia believes in the importance of new business start-ups to help our recovering economy and job market from the recent recession.

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Patricia Gracia Receives Award for Her Professional Achievements & Community Outreach

Santa Clarita, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/07/2012 -- MamasLatinas, the first bilingual website to "super-serve" Hispanic mothers living in the United States, held their first annual award ceremony on October 17, recognizing the accomplishments and overall successes of seven influential Latina moms. Patricia Gracia, president and co-founder of Hispanic advertising/PR agency, Power Media Group (www.powermediagroup.com), and nonprofit 501 c3 organization, Power Woman Business Center (www.powerwomanbc.com), was honored to be one of the recipients of such a significant award. Each of the seven winners received $5,000 amongst other gifts in appreciation for their impact they have made in the Hispanic community.

With a resolve unbreakable, Patricia has been able to continue the growth of her agency through these tough economic times; and at the same time, establish her nonprofit organization as an entrepreneur's business incubator designed to help our U.S. economy recover.

"When I first came to the United States from Peru, I came with the drive to realize my goal of owning my own business." says Patricia Gracia, president and co-founder of Power Media Group. "Now, with the success of our company, my husband Tony and I continue to work hard every day to leave a legacy behind for our children. Today, they are the reason for my motivation."

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage month, the MamasLatinas award ceremony was held at the Grand Hyatt New York and was hosted by the Cuban-American ALMA and EMMY award-winning actress, Maria Canals-Barrera. The event featured highlights of a 1,000 Latina mom survey in which the audience learned of the distinct qualities that made each award participant a contender.

"So many moms and their stories do not receive the recognition they deserve and MamasLatinas is proud to provide the first platform to recognize the outstanding achievements of Latina moms across the country," said MamasLatinas Co-Founder and Executive Vice President, Lucia Ballas-Traynor. "Latina moms are driving our nation's population growth and raising America's next generations."

MamasLatinas was founded by CafeMom Co-Founder Andrew Shue and Lucia Ballas-Traynor to create an online community for Hispanic mothers to connect. This online community super-serves their cultural needs and interests by bringing them understanding, connection, entertainment and empowerment. CafeMom, the first online community for all moms across the United States, was founded by Andrew Shue and Michael Sanchez. Like MamasLatinas, CafeMom is a community for moms to receive advice, tips, entertainment and overall a place where moms can become friends and relate on things only a mother can understand.

"The MamasLatinas Awards not only recognizes Latina moms for what they have achieved, but also gives a voice to the many obstacles that arise for them as Latina moms while they continue to pursue their goals of success," added Ballas-Traynor

About Power Media Group
Power Media Group - Not Just Another Hispanic Advertising Agency!
Hispanic-owned Power Media Group (PMG) is a public relations and advertising agency specializing in creating and implementing all-inclusive Spanish language campaigns that help businesses build lasting relationships with the Latino community. In August 2012, PMG received U.S. Government Registrations & Certifications in four different categories (SBA, D&B, CCR, and ORCA) that will advance the company's growth into the expanding bilingual business world. In addition to traditional campaigns, PMG utilizes innovative grassroots media campaigns that are designed to reach out to the booming Hispanic population that contributes more than $1 trillion to the U.S. economy annually.

The agency has won multiple awards and recognitions for its work including 2010 and 2011 ADDY Awards for Excellence in the Website Design and Local Radio categories. Also, in 2010, PMG won the United States Small Business Administration Minority Small Business Champion of the Year Award. The company's clients include Universal Music Latin and Creativa Interiors Primor. To further strengthen its commitment to the multicultural market, in 2011 principals Patricia and Tony Gracia launched the Power Woman Business Center, a non-profit 501 c3 business incubator that reaches out to diverse entrepreneurs who are trying to develop and grow their businesses during these precarious economic times.  
 
STORY OF SUCCESS
 
Client: Creative Interiors "Primor" 
Industry: Direct selling- Catalog Sales
Market: Hispanic
http://www.powermediagroup.com/pdf/Creativa%20Interior-Primor%20Case%20Study.pdf 
 
MEDIA: TV INTERVIEWS
TELEMUNDO:  Interview Al Rojo Vivo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XWFIaXHOhYc
UNIVISION:  Reportaje "Mujeres Sobresalientes" 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JzLVICwBzQs&feature=related

COMPANY AWARDS: 
 
These awards achievements are accorded in recognition and appreciation for exemplary commitment to the Latino business community through PMG's leadership and service.
- Patricia Gracia, awarded TUMI USA Excellence Award 2012

- Power Media Group: San Fernando Valley's Largest Advertising and Public Relations Agencies-San Fernando Valley Business Journal -July 2012.

- Power Media Group: Patricia Gracia: Top Woman -Owned Business, as featured in San Fernando Valley Business Journal - 2012.

- White House Business Council and U.S. Small Business Administration Invited Patricia Gracia to a Round Table Discussion for the White House Urban Economic Forum   http://markets.financialcontent.com/stocks/news/read?GUID=21017021 

- Patricia Gracia, Awarded and Panelist at the Edward Air Force AFFTC & NASA Women's History Month Event http://www.edwards.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123249164

- Power Media Group, Inc-United States SBA Minority Small Business Champion of the Year 2010 http://www.sba.gov/content/us-small-business-administration-and-los-angeles-area-chamber-commerce-honor-small-business-accelerating-economic-recove

- Patricia Gracia, Winner of the 2010 Los Angeles Business Journal "Woman Making a Difference Award in the Rising Star," category

- Patricia Gracia honored by the NLBWA 7th Latina in Business Award 2010 for her accomplishment in Public Relations

- Power Media Group named among the 50 Fastest Growing Private Companies of 2009 by the San Fernando Valley Business Journal
http://www.powermediagroup.com/awards.html

- Patricia Gracia, Winner of La Opinion Newspaper 2009 Distinguished Woman in the category of Business and Technology

- Power Media Group, Winner Latin Business Association 2008 Sol  Award as Business of the Year http://www.powermediagroup.com/what.html<-July 2008-SBA qualification, for a real estate loan -acquisition of an 11,000 square-foot commercial building, a new home for clients and
customers http://www.powermediagroup.com/pmg_opening.html

- Commended by Los Angeles County Board Supervisor Mike Antonovich  and U.S.Congressman  Howard "Buck" McKeon - 25th District of California, among others http://www.powermediagroup.com/recognitions.html

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Santa Clarita, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/26/2012 -- Power Woman Business Center (PWBC), a business incubator and nonprofit 501 c3 organization, announces their new board members that boasts diverse and highly respected professionals, each of which have dedicated their loyalty into securing the future of Power Woman Business Center with endless support. The organization serves as an incubator for entrepreneurs who lack the necessary resources in successfully creating a business.

Power Woman Business Center was founded by Patricia and Tony Gracia with the mission to create jobs in order to stimulate our recovering economy. Established in the Santa Clarita Valley Enterprise Zone, the PWBC facility provides office equipment such as cubicles, computers, fax machines, telephones, Internet, along with a conference room and even a fully stocked kitchen

"The Power Woman Business Center could not exist without the incredible support and encouragement from the Santa Clarita Valley community, along with the organization's board members," said xxx president of Power Woman Business Center. "It's this kind of dedication, along with community and board member support, that allows the program to continue running."

An entrepreneur's ideal launch pad, PWBC donates countless hours to overseeing the development and success of each business that comes through the organization. The organization provides training and leadership seminars, business planning, and networking strategies to any of its members.

The board members are as follows:
Elena Galvez: City of Santa Clarita- Management Analyst for the Department of Administrative Services.
Gloria Mercado Fortine: William S. Hart Union High School District - President Governing Board.
Dr. Claudia Acosta: College of the Canyons- President of the Santa Clarita Valley International Programs.
Rocio Montagner: Bankers Retirement Solutions- Financial Advisor/ Insurance Agent
Susana Ulloa: Bank of Santa Clarita- First Vice President Client Service Manager.
Patsy Ayala: Our Valleys Magazine-Corporate Relations Director.
Zaida Christe: Keller Williams VIP Properties- Realtor.
Bruce Majeski- Real State Broker and Investor.

For more details about the board members and their business, just log on to http://www.powerwomanbusinesscenter.com.

Contact Information:
Patricia Gracia
Founder President
Power Woman Business Center
17960 Sierra Hwy
Santa Clarita, CA 91351
Tel: 1.800.989.5315/818-415-3230
Fax: 661.430.5491
Email: Patricia@PowerWomanBC.com
Website: http://www.powerwomanbusinesscenter.com

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Santa Clarita, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/17/2012 -- Success stories of women entrepreneurs are very rare in this male-dominated business world, but Ms. Patricia Gracia (Ms. Gracia) is one to remember and get noted. She is one of the rare jewels to which the community of USA salutes. Ms. Gracia has been awarded the prestigious XVII Tumi USA Excellence Award for the year 2012.  

Ms. Gracia is one of the 13 outstanding individuals who were honored the Tumi USA Excellence Award 2012. These personalities have their roots in Peru and Latin America, and they are the people who displayed indomitable spirit, professional valor and proficient involvement in building the community of the United States.

In the presence of the president of the organization, Gloria Rosebrough, a sumptuous red carpet dinner was offered to the awardees at the DoubleTree Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay, Friday, September 28, 2012, followed by an award ceremony on Saturday, September 29, 2012 at the Teatro Arturo Artime in Miami, Fl.

Created in 1995 by Federico Perez-Eguren, Sergio Massa, Gloria Rosebrough and Nancy Bradley, the Tumi USA Awards shines the spotlight on Peruvian immigrants whose vast array of accomplishments and leadership exhibit a spirit of camaraderie, dedication to their life's work, professionalism and community service. 

The Tumi is the national symbol of Peru and according to historians it was a symbol for the power of life for ancient Peruvians and was used in ritual sacrifices. The Tumi USA award is the best manner in which to honor visionaries that constantly overcome challenges while demonstrating their solidarity to their fellow colleagues.

Ms. Gracia is the founder of Power Media Group, Inc. and Power Woman Business Center situated at Santa Clarita, CA.  She is a Peruvian immigrant, who came to the United States in 1987, crossing the Mexican border at the age of 18 to make it big in the United States.  

She promptly mastered the lingua franca of the United States, the English language within no time and incorporated her own advertising agency, Power Media Group, Inc. (http://www.powermediagroup.com), alongside her husband and co-founder, Tony Gracia catering to the public relations industry.

Later, she established a nonprofit 501C3 organization, Power Woman Business Center (http://www.powerwomanbc.com), a business incubator for entrepreneurs.  She had a resolution to give back to the country what she got to realize her dream of making it big in the media business.

At the award function, Ms. Gracia was overwhelmed by the honor she was conferred upon. With the humble spirit of recognizing the Peruvian community, she said these few impressive words encouraging the Latino community, "When I received the phone call about the award, the first thought that crossed my mind was of my grandparents and how proud they would be. I take great pride in my roots and never take for granted what it took me to get to where I am now. Therefore, I dedicate this award to Peru."

About Power Media Group
Power Media Group (PMG) is a Hispanic Advertising Agency working with latino community in creating and implementing media campaigns to reach out to the expanding Hispanic population that contributes to almost US $1 trillion to the U.S. economy annually. PMG has many awards, certifications and accomplishments to its credit. For more information about the organization and its founder, visit http://www.powermediagroup.com now.

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By entering a 501C3 status, Power Woman Business Center will continue with its mission to create jobs and business opportunities for the Santa Clarita Valley, CA and beyond!

Santa Clarita, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/05/2012 -- Power Woman Business Center (PWBC) celebrated their 501C3 acquisition by hosting two ribbon-cutting events at the PWBC headquarters on Wednesday, July 25, 2012 and Thursday, August 30, 2012. Among those in attendance were city officials, bankers, business owners, leadership advocates, business executives and esteemed friends. The attendees were able to take a tour of the facility and enjoy a ceremony where the board members were introduced to the public, followed by a formal ribbon-cutting. In what is an incredible moment for PWBC, reaching 501C3 status allows them to be recognized as a nonprofit organization and opens the door for donations to keep this amazing program running.

As a business incubator, PWBC's bottom line is to create jobs by bringing new businesses to the area with an emphasis in helping start-ups and current business owners. Patricia Gracia believes in the importance of new business start-ups to help our recovering economy and job market from the recent recession.

Power Woman Business Center would not exist without the tireless support of the entire board, particularly countless donated hours and guidance from Patricia Gracia, founder and president, along with Tony Gracia, co-founder and Bruce Majeski, CFO. The team put the non-profit together and presented such a compelling package to the IRS that they granted the organization 501C3 status in less than two months. "Without the support of the community and the board members, PWBC would not be where it is today," states Patricia Gracia. "We are so blessed to have all these successful and amazing individuals attend this event in what is a major turning point for Power Woman Business Center."

The PWBC board boasts diverse and highly respected professionals, each of which have dedicated their loyalty into securing the future of Power Woman Business Center with endless support. The board members are as follows:
Elena Galvez: City of Santa Clarita- Management Analyst for the Department of Administrative Services.
Gloria Mercado Fortine: William S. Hart Union High School District - President Governing Board.
Dr. Claudia Acosta: College of the Canyons- President of the Santa Clarita Valley International Programs.
Rocio Montagner: Bankers Retirement Solutions- Financial Advisor/ Insurance Agent
Susana Ulloa: Bank of Santa Clarita- First Vice President Client Service Manager.
Patsy Ayala: Our Valleys Magazine-Corporate Relations Director.
Zaida Christe: Keller Williams VIP Properties- Realtor,
Bruce Majeski- Real State Broker and Investor.
Patricia Gracia was presented with numerous recognitions which include the following:
US Congressional 25th District - From Congressman Buck McKeon
Senate of the State of California North - From Senator Tony Strickland.
The County of Los Angeles - Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich
City of Santa Clarita- Mayor Frank Ferry - Given by Councilwoman Marsha McLean
AV Chamber of Commerce - Rocio Montagner- President
Republican National Hispanic Assembly of North Los Angeles and California - John Hatami

For more information visit : http://www.PowerWomanBC.com

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Patricia Gracia is a big name in advertising and customer service industry of America, and she is helping business owners in creating Spanish language campaigns for the Hispanic market.

Santa Clarita, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/02/2012 -- Patricia Gracia arrived to the United States at the age of 18 for the pursuit of her dreams, and with the support of his husband, Tony Gracia, she is the founder of a customer relation and advertising agency Power Group Inc and a non-profit organization called Power Woman Business Center. She started her career by providing customer service and support at Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills where she learned about the relationship between customers and business owners. She learned how to help customers with their questions and problems through enthusiasm and passion for her work. Her dedication for work earned her sponsorship from Peninsula Hotel where she was working, for a degree program at UCLA in the major of public relations.

Power Media Group Inc helps clients and business owners in finding customers in Hispanic countries in America. They help businesses and companies create marketing campaigns in Spanish and Hispanic languages. She uses her knowledge and skills she learned in the way to her success. Businesses and companies can find consumers in Hispanic countries in America through the experience and expertise her company Power Media Group Inc has.

When Patricia Gracia first moved to the United States by crossing the border at Tijuana she was full of passion to find new opportunities. During her internship at an ad agency, on her completion of her training, she was offered a permanent position at the production department of the agency. That was a breakthrough and a big opportunity to excel in the field of advertising which encouraged her to form her own agency in 2001.

After years of experience and exploring many other new opportunities, and forming her own agency, she is now helping new entrepreneurs and businesswomen who are new in advertising field. She formed the NGO in 2009 to help women find opportunities and resources to help them excel in the field. Power Women Business Center is a mentor for such women who have little resources but have great passion and a will to learn and find a good career in advertising. It also helps new businesses that lack fundamental resources and guides them in different stages of the business. This encourages new jobs and a boost to the economy of the United States. Power Women Business Center is based in Santa Clarita, CA where she works with new entrepreneurs and helps other through her vast experience and expertise.

Power Media Group Inc has also received numerous awards and immense recognition from both the government of the United States and some reputable companies. Patricia Gracia has also been featured and interview on a number of television shows in the United States.

To learn more about Patricia Gracia and her company Power Media Group Inc, please visit http://www.powermediagroup.com/

For more inquiries, please contact 

Powermediagroup
17960 Sierra Hwy.
Santa Clarita, CA 91351
Website: - http://www.powermediagroup.com/
E: - info@powermediagroup.com
Phone: - 800.901.5272 
Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/PowerMediaGroupInc
YouTube: - http://www.youtube.com/user/PowerMediaGroup

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Aims to Create Jobs, Provide Innovative Business Concepts, Small Business Loans and Business Training In Santa Clarita, CA

Santa Clarita, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/25/2012 -- Power Woman Business Center recently announced that Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has officially recognized their 501 C3 organization. This grand accreditation will make them exempted from income tax as well as property tax, and they will be able to receive tax-deductible charitable contributions.

Patricia Gracia is the president and founder of PWBC. She says, "We are honestly blown away that our 501c3 status happened so quickly." She believes in the importance of new business start-ups to assist volatile economy of United States and creates enough jobs to successfully recover from the recent recession.

Presently, after their accreditation, PWBC are aiming to expand their presence in Antelope Valley and San Fernando Valley, which are located in Los Angeles. Their main goal is to develop as well as support enterprises that considerably contribute to the social, economic and environmental sustainability of the United States.

One of the innovative business models initiated by PWBC is "Business in a Box," which is located in the city of Santa Clarita and provides office space, conference rooms, phone, internet access and printer/copier availability.

PWBC also offers essential small loans to business owners. They have built relationships with SBA, SCV Latino Chamber of Commerce, SCV Chamber of Commerce, SBDC, and Antelope Valley Chamber of Commerce.

In addition, PWBC trains candidates and provides certifications in many fields such as real estate, acquisitions, life planning, property management, trust services, personal insurances and many more other business fields. Their leadership training will enable the individuals to gain the vital skills of productivity, communication, inspiration, leadership education and motivation for better prospects.

Visit http://www.powerwomanbusinesscenter.com for more information and detail.

About Power Woman Business Center
Power Woman Business Center is a 501 C3 non-profit accredited organization. They create jobs and business opportunities for small entrepreneur in Santa Clarita. The President and Founder of PWBC is Cuban born Patricia Gracia.

Contact Information:
Patricia Gracia
Founder President
Power Woman Business Center
17960 Sierra Hwy
Santa Clarita, CA 91351
Tel: 1.800.989.5315/818-415-3230
Fax: 661.430.5491 
Email: Patricia@PowerWomanBC.com
Website: http://www.powerwomanbusinesscenter.com

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Santa Clarita, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/14/2012 -- The Power Woman Business Center of Santa Clarita recently announced an innovative new plan to help people stay in their homes. Under the plan homeowners may qualify for a second chance to buy back their homes at real market value.

With the US housing market still struggling in many areas, organizations across the country are developing innovative plans to help people stay in their homes. The Power Woman Business Center, a nonprofit 501C3 organization has developed such a plan in hopes of giving people peace of mind and doing its part to spur the US economy. Under the plan, the Power Woman Business Center will implement a short sale buyback program for eligible homeowners. In a conventional short sale, the homeowner must vacate the home, while the lender reduces the principal balance owed by the homeowner in order for a third party transaction to go through. In no case can the homeowner participate in any arrangement to purchase the property back.

The Power Woman Business Center has found a legal exception to this rule. Under the Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives (HAFA) Program a homeowner can repurchase their property if a non-profit organization is the short sale buyer. That's where Power Woman Business Center comes in. Their plan follows a simple process:

The homeowner(s) enter into a listing agreement as "seller" with a California licensed real estate company.

Power Woman Business Center becomes the "buyer" of this sales transaction.

The California licensed real estate company representing Power Woman Business Center will process the short sale, obtaining the best short sale price possible.

Upon approval of the lender of the "purchase price" and approval of the seller and buyer regarding the purchase price, the buyer and seller will deposit funds to escrow. The buyer will then execute a purchase option in favor of the seller. The seller will sign a rental agreement in favor of the buyer.

Power Woman Business Center will hold the property for up to three years, giving the previous homeowners time to purchase the property back.

The previous homeowners can buy back the house at any point in those three years.

Those taking advantage of this new program will not only be helping themselves get back on track financially but they can move forward with the knowledge that they are helping get the US economy moving again.

About Power Woman Business Center
Power Woman Business Center was founded to help small business owners who were being battered by the recession by giving them a center that would act as an incubator for business growth. The Center's mission, along with helping entrepreneurs, has always been to help the community prosper and thus the Center often develops programs that go beyond help for the business owner and that reach out to the broader community that supports local businesses. Only a strong community can produce a thriving business environment.

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As a Business-incubator, PWBC's will help create jobs by bringing new businesses to the Santa Clarita, CA area with an emphasis on helping start-up businesses.

Santa Clarita, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/23/2012 -- Power Woman Business Center (PWBC) is pleased to announce that the IRS has recognized its 501c3, the PMBC Foundation. PWBC now has an official and public charity, created in direct response to requests and interest from Small Business owners and PWBC members The new entity allows business and members a nonprofit vehicle to donate their time and money and engage in an even greater amount of community involvement.

Power Woman Business Center's 501 C3 non-profit status, virtually assures it will continue with its mission to create jobs and business opportunities for entrepreneur in Santa Clarita, CA. PWBC currently houses 10 start-up businesses, and has hosted many other successful business that are now currently renting their own offices. PWBC even has plans on the drawing board to open a new facility near Downtown LA.

As a business-incubator, PWBC's main function is to create jobs by bringing new businesses to the area with an emphasis on helping start-up businesses. Patricia Gracia, President and Founder of PWBC, believes in the importance of new business start ups to help overall US economy and job market recover from the recent recession. Patricia found a way to give back to the community and help businesses weather the economic recession, which has her beaming with enthusiasm. "Sometimes all people need is a little direction." "During a recession is the time to seize opportunities to create new business ventures, and the facts affirm a potential market - through small business orders, and these entrepreneurs need help to start their business during this difficult times."

According to a Kauffman Foundation study, job growth in the United States is driven by start-ups, which add 3 million new jobs per year, versus existing firms which only generate about 1 million jobs per year.

Patricia Gracia proclaims: "We cannot depend on the government to generate all of the jobs needed for recovery. The recession time, it is the time for opportunities and to start a new business." The PWCB Mission is now expanding and Patricia is dedicated to facilitating the collaboration and mentoring needed by those courageous enough to start their own business in spite of the current economy.

"Since the center is located in the cities of Santa Clarita Enterprise Zone, many of the small businesses helped by PWBC may potentially qualify for enterprise zone credits, which constitutes a state income tax savings opportunity," said Laura Biery, administrative analyst with the City of Santa Clarita's Economic Development Division. Biery welcomed Patricia's initiative and stated, "The women's business center will complement our other programs we have in the city very well."

The PWBC would not exist, and would never have grown so quickly, without the tireless support of the entire board, particularly countless donated hours and guidance from Patricia Gracia-President and Bruce Majeski-CFO, who put the Foundation together and presented such a compelling package to the IRS that 501c3 status was granted in less than two months.

"We are honestly blown away that our 501c3 status happened so quickly," Commented Patricia Gracia.

Patricia is a firm believer that there is opportunity in economic recession. Born in Peru, she crossed the border into the United States from Mexico in 1987, when she was 18 years old, with little more than "big dreams." She became a U.S. citizen 15 years ago and looking back on that time, says, "I remember looking north and seeing the lights of California and saying, 'I'm going to get there. I'm going to do big things.' I owe this country so much; this is my way of giving back." The Power Woman Business Center is open and ready to work with the community.

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Santa Clarita, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/09/2012 -- Patricia Gracia, founder of Power Media Group participated in an important roundtable discussion at the White House Urban Economic Forum on Thursday March 22. The forum, sponsored through the White House Business Council and the U.S. Small Business Administration, was co-hosted by Los Angeles City Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa.

The White House Business Council Forum is actually a multi-city series held in over 500 cities to make a dialogue focused on bettering financial situations and job development. The forum will feature high position discussions amongst senior White House and Administration officials and successful local region proprietors focusing on national solutions needed to start, expand and generate employment.

"I understand that entrepreneurs and small business proprietors are the economic engine of our City," Mayor Villaraigosa stated regarding the event. "I'm working hard to make sure you have the tools you need to succeed. This forum is one of those tools."

The event held March 22 at Loyola Marymount University also featured Marie C. Johns, Deputy Administrator of the SBA, who spoke about developing a lasting economic climate via Female-Owned small businesses. Panelists were asked to contribute their expertise as effective entrepreneurs and give feedback as to what the Obama Administration can change, directly affecting such questions as tax cuts and hiring incentives for small businesses, streamlining federal government rules and investments in infrastructure.

"I feel humbled and honored that I was selected to be a part of this very important discussion," Gracia said. "I hope my contributions can positively impact our economy."

Patricia Gracia founded Power Media Group in 2001. Power Media Group specializes in building marketing campaigns for the Hispanic sector consumers on US.

AWARDS: These Awards achievement are accorded in recognition and appreciation for exemplary commitment towards the Latino business community as a result of PMG's leadership and support.

- Patricia Gracia, Awarded and Panelist at the Edward Air Force AFFTC & NASA Women's History Month Event

- Power Media Group, Inc-Usa SBA Minority Small Business Champion of the Year 2010

- Patricia Gracia, Winner of the 2010 Los Angeles Business Journal "Woman Making a Difference Award in the Rising Star," category

- Patricia Gracia honored by the NLBWA 7th Latina in Business Award 2010 for her accomplishment in Public Relations

- Power Media Group named among the 50 Fastest Growing Private Companies of 2009 by the San Fernando Valley Business Journal

- Patricia Gracia, Winner of Impremedia- La Opinion Newspaper 2009 Distinguished Woman in the category of Business and Technology

- Power Media Group, Winner Latin Business Association 2008 SolAward as Business of the Year

On top of that, Gracia just lately founded the Power Woman Business Center in 2009, a business incubator geared to help small business proprietors expand their business by furnishing full-service office space and consulting services. Her mission was to build a Power Woman Business Center for likely small business proprietors that are affected from the economic downturn. She truly believes that small business owners are the engine in the Us Economy. "Business incubator during our recession time to help the economy, is our goal"-  concluded Patricia Gracia

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Santa Clarita, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/27/2012 -- Power Media Group recently celebrated it's 10th Anniversary. The advertising and public relations agency has grown considerably in the last 10 years and now has an impressive roster of clients including Universal Music Latin, Directory Distributing Associates and Creativa Interior – Primor.

The company started from humble beginnings from founder, Patricia Gracia's living room. The advertising agency specializes in catering to the Hispanic market and has had incredible success in the last decade. It is now a family run business with Patricia's husband, Tony now the company CEO and a full partner. Tony joined the company three years into its operation and his main role within the company is to manage the finances of both PMG and its clients. By paying attention to small details and showing genuine care and support for its clients PMG has become one of the most successful advertising agencies in the US. A big part of the reason for the company's incredible work ethic is due to the experience Patricia gained whilst working at the Peninsula Hotel in California. Whilst working there she learned that attention to detail is what really counts and takes a customer's experience from being serviceable to one they'll remember.

The company was founded in 2001 and quickly managed to attract clients. Together Tony and Patricia work with their clients to help them not only with their finances and the marketing aspect of their business but also to find new directions to take their business in and improve their overall brand and market presence. Being an immigrant herself, originally from Peru, Patricia has a unique perspective on the needs of the Hispanic market and is able to to develop a relationship with PMGs clients that is both target-oriented but also personal.

Tony and Patricia have proved to be a formidable team and in the last ten years have won numerous awards for their work including Latin Business Association's Sol Award and the US SBA's Minority Small Business Champion of the Year Award for 2010 amongst others. The company has proven to be an inspiration to its local community and at it's recent 10th Anniversary celebration was US Congressman Buck McKeon.

Now in 2012 the company continues to go from strength to strength and was recently granted a real estate loan –acquisition of a new 11,000 square foot premises for its clients and customers. Tony and Patricia have shown that with determination and the right work ethic there is no limit to what can be achieved in business.

About Power Media Group
A public relations and advertising agency specializing in creating all-inclusive Spanish language campaigns for high-profile clients, including Universal Music Latin and Creativa Interiors Primor, Power Media Group helps businesses build lasting relationships with the Latino community. As the 2010 Minority Small Business Champion of the Year, Power Media Group utilizes grassroots media campaigns to reach out to the booming Hispanic population, who contribute more than $1 trillion to the U.S. economy annually. Last year, principals Patricia and Tony Gracia launched the Power Woman BusinessCenter http://www.powerwomanbc.com, a business incubator that reaches out to diverse entrepreneurs who are trying to develop and grow their businesses during these precarious economic times.

For more information: www.OurValleys.com or www.powerwomanbc.com
Contact: Patricia Gracia Patricia@PowerMediaGroup.com
Phone: T: (661) 505-1009 / F: (661) 430-4391

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