Join us on Saturday, November 1, 2025 for the 2nd ELLA Latina Author Book Signing Event — a powerful celebration of Latina authors, leadership, and storytelling. This year, we are thrilled to launch ELLA Poderosa Volume 1 and present two trailblazing keynote speakers who are authors, publishers, and true changemakers. You don’t want to miss this!
🌟 What to Expect
- ✨ Official launch of ELLA Poderosa Volume 1 📖
- 📚 Meet and support 30+ Latina authors and explore a wide array of books across genres
- 🎤 Hear from two keynote speakers — Jacqueline Ruiz & Samí Haiman-Marrero — Latinas who are powerhouses, authors, and publishers leading with courage
- 🎨 Dress in ELLA colors: black or red
- 🍴 Enjoy delicious Puerto Rican food catered by Vejigantes Restaurant (55 Pearl St, Worcester, MA)
- 🎁 Raffles, networking, and community celebration
- 🥂 After-event cocktail reception & book signing (3 PM) — connect, toast, and celebrate with authors
🎤 Featured Keynote Speakers
Jacqueline S. Ruiz
Jacqueline Ruiz is an internationally known award-winning author, publisher, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur. She has published dozens of books, leads with compassion, and empowers people to discover their potential. Her work as a publisher magnate and speaker inspires others to create, lead, and share their stories with confidence.
Her story has been featured in Bold Journey and other global platforms, and her impact continues to expand across industries and borders.
👉 Learn more: jacquelinesruiz.com | Facebook
Samí Haiman-Marrero
Samí Haiman-Marrero is a Puerto Rican storyteller, strategist, entrepreneur, and newly published author of Becoming La Jefa: The Angst and Joys of a Latina Carving Her Path in America.
Her memoir is a bold, honest journey through business, identity, leadership, and personal growth. With nearly three decades in marketing and social impact storytelling, Samí has built platforms to amplify marginalized voices and lead with purpose. She is a passionate advocate for Latina empowerment and a beacon for those carving their own path.
👉 Learn more: Becoming La Jefa
✨ Why You Can’t Miss This
This is more than a book signing — it’s a celebration of literature, leadership, and Latina power. You’ll be inspired, empowered, and connected with a network of authors, publishers, and leaders shaping our communities.
🎟️ Seats are limited — reserve your spot today before it’s too late!
Empowering Latina Leaders Affirmation Inc (ELLA) is a 501c3 non-profit organization
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