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March 2024 marks the 30th anniversary of Women’s History Month being officially recognized in the United States, and it’s an incredible time to be a women-owned business. Women own about 12 million businesses in the U.S., and employ over 10.1 million workers. Women-owned businesses have grown 114% in the last two decades. About half of […]

Events, Celebrations, and Holidays

March 20, 2024

Celebrating Women’s History Month

Catalina is a minority-owned, woman-owned small business. With the end of Black History Month approaching, we would like to take a moment to reflect on Black History Month, and what it means to be a minority-owned business today. Black History Month, though not officially recognized by the U.S. Government until 1976, has its roots in […]

Events, Celebrations, and Holidays

February 23, 2024

Reflecting on Black History Month as a Minority Owned Business

Have you ever worked for a large company? I have. I sat in an office with the three members of my team, and I knew hardly anyone else. I went to work each day with strangers. The management team didn’t know who I was, and there was virtually no opportunity for me to take on […]

Productivity

January 19, 2024

Dream Small

Dream Small

The weather in the DC area is dipping into its grey, windy, chilly season. Everyone is focused on completing all the urgent end of year tasks before enjoying (or surviving) a winter break at home. Here at Catalina, we always aim for a team holiday get together, but with employees scattered across the US and […]

Events, Celebrations, and Holidays, Productivity

December 8, 2023

Team Bonding: Offsite Success!

Catalina Corporate Retreat

At Catalina Associates, Veterans Day is more than just a date on the calendar – it’s an opportunity to recognize and honor the commitment and sacrifice of individuals, past and present, who have served our nation. It’s also personal – our team is proud to include veterans who have brought their unique experiences and talents […]

Events, Celebrations, and Holidays

November 14, 2023

Celebrating our Veterans

Veteran's Day

Catalina is a company that truly values diversity, which is why we are excited to highlight National Hispanic American Heritage Month. Running from September 15 – October 15, this month has been celebrated annually since 1968 to recognize the ways in which Hispanic Americans have positively influenced and contributed to our society. Corporate celebrations of […]

Events, Celebrations, and Holidays

October 4, 2023

Celebrating National Hispanic American Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month

These last few weeks have been trying for everyone. Well, maybe I’m projecting, but I can’t imagine not being affected by our country’s current state.

COVID-19, Productivity, WFH

June 18, 2020

Weighing the Pros and Cons of Working From Home

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Are you prepared for your virtual interview?

Read below for a few pointers to help you land the job of your dreams

COVID-19, Productivity, WFH

May 27, 2020

Preparing for a Virtual Interview

woman preparing for virtual interview

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! Yay! A week where parents and students can express their appreciation for educators.

COVID-19, Parenting, Productivity, WFH

May 7, 2020

Working From Home and Parenting – A Few Tips From a Working Mom

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“What can feed your soul more than supporting an important cause?”

-Tammi Fisher, CEO of Catalina Associates

COVID-19, donation

April 26, 2020

Catalina Associates CEO Donates to Charities in Support of COVID-19 Relief

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