Nazneen Latchana

Nazneen Latchana, a second-generation immigrant of Guyanese parents, grew up in Ozone Park, Queens, where she started her family and erected businesses in the surrounding neighborhoods.

Ms. Latchana, along with her husband, opened an electrical contracting business in 2006. Quickly learning the trade and industry as a woman, she took over the business 10 years later as its President. All Purpose Electric Corp. specializes in commercial and brand-new construction of low-income housing, gyms, stores, and restaurants. Their business holds a NYC MWBE certification, and has proudly contributed to the modernization and beautification of New York City. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the company remained afloat using out-of pocket funding and provided the necessities to ensure the employees were safely working as they were deemed essential workers.

Ms. Latchana sits on the Board of the Richmond Hill South Ozone Park (RHSOP) Lions Club, currently serving as its second Vice-President, the District’s Zone Chairperson, and she is also a member of Queens Community Board 10, located in Howard Beach.

In 2023, Ms. Latchana led the fight against bullying in schools and on the internet by conducting the first public bullying awareness event in collaboration with the local police precinct and her Lions Club. She spends her time, energy, and financial resources volunteering and supporting her community.

On January 5, 2024, Ms. Latchana’s vision for a neighborhood restaurant, Let’s Do Brunch, came to life featuring a fresh but traditional American fusion brunch menu. Just a few months old, it has brought much joy to seniors, families, and travelers from all over the world passing through JFK Airport. Ms. Latchana says, “The best part of what I am doing is meeting new people and seeing the locals reconnect with friends and family.”

Ms. Latchana believes that women are born with superpowers, and are natural leaders and nurturers. She isn’t afraid of adversity and hopes to inspire young women to follow their dreams despite what life throws at them.

She is married to her childhood sweetheart, Kevin, and together they have three children: Jasmine, Bill, and Summer Lily.