Frances Moreno, Vaco L.A. Managing Partner, Named Finalist in Latino Business Awards

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Vaco Los Angeles LLC, a leading consulting firm specializing in financial systems, tax, audit and technology placements, today announced that Frances Moreno was named a finalist in the Third Annual Latino Business Awards which seeks business professionals and companies throughout the Los Angeles area that set an example for excellence.

Frances was recognized as the managing partner of Vaco Los Angeles, a consulting and executive search firm she co-founded six years ago to serve the community in the greater Los Angeles marketplace. Frances's firm was voted #1 Best Place to Work in Los Angeles in 2009 and 2011 and was also recognized in 2010 on this prestigious list.

Frances and her firm were recognized in the privately held companies category for businesses earning $10M to $20M in revenues. Frances' experience and involvement in Los Angeles make her a foremost expert in hiring for financial professionals. Her credentials as a Certified Public Accountant, member of Vistage and the California Society of CPAs, and long-time Los Angeles financial recruiter, along with over 12 years of consistent involvement with the Los Angeles Chapter of Financial Executives International have allowed her to consult with her clients on smart hiring and collaborate with the best consultants as they seek their next project engagement or career move.

Frances Moreno is a woman of Latino heritage. The youngest of nine children, Frances was raised by her mother, Herminia, a first-generation Mexican-American from El Paso, Texas, and an inspiring grandmother, Esperanza, from San Pablo Meoqui, Chihuahua, Mexico. They taught her a strong will and unrelenting work ethic. Both role models demonstrated a deep work ethic and profound strength to Frances and gave her the inspiration to become a business woman.

The Awards were presented at a luncheon on January 24, 2012 at the Omni Hotel by the Los Angeles Business Journal. Vaco Los Angeles salutes all of the finalists and winners for making a difference in Los Angeles business. 

About Vaco
"Vaco" is derived from a Latin word meaning "to free yourself from a master." Vaco Los Angeles LLC was founded in 2006. Vaco has been named the number one "Best Place to Work" in Los Angeles in 2011 and 2009, and the "Best Place to Work" in its industry in 2010. Vaco was also ranked in the top 15 of 100 Fastest Growing Privately Held Companies in Los Angeles in 2009 by the Los Angeles Business Journal. Vaco is a leading consulting and placement firm specializing in the finance and technology sectors. Further information on Vaco can be found at www.vaco.com/los-angeles.

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