Innovation Generation Initiative Strives to Get Latinos Into High Tech Jobs

These days, as the economy recovers and more jobs are added, it can be hard for many Latinos to get back on their feet.

Innovation Generation is a coalition effort determined to get more Latinos in tech jobs as that industry expands. The organization consists of minority local Latino officials, minority business professionals and entrepreneurs that are working in the digital landscape — digital entrepreneurs.

“We do a lot with community advocates,” said Laura Berrocal, chair of Innovation Generation.  ”We’re a pretty diverse coalition and our mission is basically to improve diversity.”

Innovation Generation looks to get Latinos in industries ranging from the high-tech sector to energy.

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