One of the oldest and most trusted businesses in Central Pennsylvania, Latin Link Ltd, was founded by small business female minority-owner Esmeralda Ybarra Hetrick in 2002 to meet the diverse needs of the Latino community. Through expanding educational opportunities, developing local talent, cultural consultation, translation services, and other community initiatives, Latin Link Ltd. has established a reputation as the premier “go-to” partner for businesses and corporations who seek effective solutions in the ever-changing landscape of understanding and connecting to the Latino demographic. Esmeralda is well-known as a key ambassador for Latino affairs on both local and national levels. As a long-time specialist in managing and understanding the issues affecting the Latino community, Eszi was appointed by Governor Tom Corbett in 2011 to the Governor’s Advisory Counsel on Latino Affairs for the Dauphin County Region, a role she held from 2011-2015.Eszi has a knack for generating buzz, as exemplified through numerous awards and recognitions. Among them- her selection in the 2005 YWCA “Women of Excellence”; her selection in 2006 in Harrisburg Magazine’s “Movers and Shapers”; and the feature story in 2009 for the first issue of “Women Connect – Connecting Women All Over The World.” She has been the recipient of the Jefferson Award Medal for Public Service in 2006, 2007, and 2009 for her community outreach initiatives. Latin Link, Ltd, is a company that partners with businesses and corporations who seek effective solutions in the ever-changing landscape of connecting to the Latino demographic.Retired from Highmark Blue Shield as a consultant in Health Equity & Quality Services, Eszi was one of Highmark’s appointed Diversity Council Members who influenced the corporate enterprise strategy for initiatives such as diverse workforce improvement, product development, identified healthcare disparity issues, community outreach and small business minority procurement.

Specialist in guiding families through the planning process of funeral or cremation services specifically tailored to their budget and needs, with particular expertise in honoring religious and family traditions and customs.Paying extreme attention to details from start to finish, Hetrick Funeral Services, has served the community since 1941. Available 24/7. For more information call 717-215-5664.