Winning in Washington D.C. at Pandora Radio and Clif Bar headquarters, as well as attend mock interviews that have turned into actual internships for gonzales and her fellow students. they also get the chance to attend some high-profile networking events. in fact, herban Movement was the only Junior achievement company invited to attend the san Francisco Business time’s Most admired CEo awards event last november. “During this event, several students had the opportunity to network with executives from companies such as BevMo, sF Business times and the san Francisco giants,” said gonzales. “We me Larry Baer!” schmoozing with the CEo of the sF giants? these herban Movement kids are doing everything right. Especially when it comes to handling their income. “40% of our profits from our products go to the California autism Foundation and Free the Children,” gonzales said. “We were notified that the money we donated provided goats, chicks, a school kit for a child, and a lifetime supply of water for a family in need—in my eyes, this is the greatest accomplishment herban Movement has achieved.” the next round of students for the following school year have already been elected and trained to replace those currently in office. “they’ve attended the norCal competition, worked at events, and know exactly the kind of pressure and fun that comes with running our student company,” said gonzales. “herban Movement has truly transformed into a movement.” so get with the program! Join their #spreadthespiceCampaign online, donate to their efforts, or just support these students in any way you can. there is plenty of information at their website herbanmovement.squarespace.com. get movin’!
Contra Costa Marketplace - Aug 2015
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