http://www.hispanictips.com Essential Hispanic & Latino News :: Relevant, Trusted, Comprehensive and Useful Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:04:57 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/16/founded-in-1973-the-mexican-american-legislative-caucus-is-a-501c6-non-profit-non-partisan-organization-composed-of-44-members-of-the-texas-house-of-representatives-committed-to-addressing-the-i/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/16/founded-in-1973-the-mexican-american-legislative-caucus-is-a-501c6-non-profit-non-partisan-organization-composed-of-44-members-of-the-texas-house-of-representatives-committed-to-addressing-the-i/#comments Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:04:12 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=67444 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=67444 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/13/few-latinos-in-leadership-positions-at-california-nonprofits-hold-only-6-of-executive-director-positions-and-9-of-board-seats-but-are-36-of-the-states-population/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/13/few-latinos-in-leadership-positions-at-california-nonprofits-hold-only-6-of-executive-director-positions-and-9-of-board-seats-but-are-36-of-the-states-population/#comments Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:43:37 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=67278 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=67278 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/09/30/patients-group-launches-spanish-website-www-pacientesprimero-com/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/09/30/patients-group-launches-spanish-website-www-pacientesprimero-com/#comments Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:20:53 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=62808 Patients First, A Project of Americans for Prosperity(TM) , a national patients' organization, has launched the Spanish Web site www.pacientesprimero.com to provide information to the Hispanic community on the current health care debate. The Web site contains facts on the health care legislation proposals in Congress, a petition for Hispanics to voice their concerns about the health care legislation and information on events across the country.

More than 246,000 individuals have already signed the Patients First petition asking Congress to oppose any legislation that imposes greater government control of health care, which would lead to fewer choices and denial of treatment for American families.

Patients First believes in a health care reform that expands choices for Americans, makes health care more affordable and maintains the highest standard of quality health care for all individuals.

"We know the Hispanic community has concerns about a health care overhaul and keeping their freedom to make decisions for their families. Patients First is urging them to have their voices heard in Congress by signing the petition," said Amy Menefee, policy adviser for Patients First. "The current health care legislation proposals will negatively impact Hispanic small business owners, lead to loss of jobs and greater taxes on middle class families, while providing the wrong solution for our health care."

Patients First, A Project of Americans for Prosperity(TM), is focused on real health care reform -- reform that puts patients first. Patients First believes that Americans want and need more health insurance options -- not just a costly, government-defined plan paid for by American taxpayers.

Patients First is a project of Americans for Prosperity® (AFP), a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization recognized by the IRS. AFP is the nation's premier grassroots organization committed to advancing every individual's right to economic freedom and opportunity. AFP has more than 700,000 members, including members in all 50 states, and 25 state chapters. Patients First is not affiliated in any way with Patient First health clinics. For more information on Patients First, go to http:/www.joinpatientsfirst.com/ Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=62808 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/11/19/microsoft-launches-ngo-connection-portal-in-spanish-new-online-tool-provides-a-platform-of-technical-resources-relationships-and-exchanges-of-knowledge-for-non-profit-organizations/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/11/19/microsoft-launches-ngo-connection-portal-in-spanish-new-online-tool-provides-a-platform-of-technical-resources-relationships-and-exchanges-of-knowledge-for-non-profit-organizations/#comments Wed, 19 Nov 2008 18:01:32 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=46642 "Microsoft Latin America announced today that NGO Connection, a new online resource dedicated to the thousands of non-profits in the Spanish-speaking world, is now available in Spanish. Through this portal, the company hopes to help Latin American organizations by delivering a tool that will allow them to more efficiently use technology to reach their objectives, promote networking and improve the coordination of their resources around the world.

“Through the creation of NGO Connection, Microsoft places at the disposal of the Latin American NGOs a resource that allows access to software, opportunities for relationships with other institutions that will help push common projects, expand the reach of their initiatives and broaden the impact of the community activities,” said Rodolfo Fucher, Community Affairs Manager for Microsoft Latin America.

The main objective of this new Web tool is to provide a place where NGOs can find technical resources, share knowledge, create communities and examples of real-life cases. Through simple, non-technical terminology, NGO Connection tries to provide NGOs with wider access to Microsoft’s resources and offers directed toward these institutions, as well as helping them utilize other online resources in an effective way.

Non-governmental entities, such as the Programa Amigo de los Niños, which is affiliated with Children International in the Dominican Republic, express their satisfaction with the implementation of this type of virtual tool, which will facilitate the exchange of knowledge and good organizational practices to be shared among the NGOs that support the neediest of people.

Rafael Mejía, Children International director in the Dominican Republic, pointed out the importance of this type of technical resource and congratulated the social work that Microsoft has been carrying out in the Dominican Republic. “An example of this is the installation of a computer center in the Mendoza community center, from which thousands of sponsored youth have the opportunity to close the poverty gap that could prevent them from developing integrally and be placed within the competitive Dominican job market."

NGO Connection also allows NGOs to easily share best practices and success stories, and gives them the option of joining a forum where they can participate in discussions regarding the utilization of this technology and sharing solutions to some of their most difficult challenges. Another significant aspect is that NGO Connection also offers complete and easy access to free software downloads and other Microsoft tools – such as SteadyState, a tool designed to improve computer administration in the classrooms and TV centers – as well as course content, curricula and resources. The goal is to help NGOs establish a bridge between their needs and the way in which technology can meet these needs.

Additional information on NGO Connection is available at http://www.microsoft.com/NGO.

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the world leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses develop their potential.

About the Programa Amigo de los Niños, Inc., affiliated with Children International

It is a sponsorship operating agency that has worked in the Dominican Republic since 1979. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, U.S., Children International works in Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Mexico, the Philippines, Zambia, the United States and the Dominican Republic. The sponsorship program helps meet the needs of children, youth and their families through educational, health and community programs, and aims to have these children and youth become healthy, educated and independent adults." HispanicTips is Essential Hispanic & Latino News & Information
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Rodrigo Iglesias, a local Real Estate agent and investor, ranking in the top 1% of the Real Estate professionals internationally, wants the L.A. community to experience Latin culture at its finest with a night of dancing, fine food, and cocktails. The evening starts with Salsa Lessons with Rodrigo and Vai, recognized instructors and performers that have appeared in major commercials and on national television including the hit ABC show, Dancing with the Stars. " Blogante News from HispanicTips.com - The Most Relevant Hispanic y Latino News :: Trusted, Comprehensive & Useful]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=41840 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/19/national-society-of-hispanic-mbas-hosts-%e2%80%98best-upon-request%e2%80%99-ceo-as-speaker-cincinnati-nshmba-welcomes-tillie-hidalgo-lima-as-upcoming-presenter-of-power-breakfast-series/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/19/national-society-of-hispanic-mbas-hosts-%e2%80%98best-upon-request%e2%80%99-ceo-as-speaker-cincinnati-nshmba-welcomes-tillie-hidalgo-lima-as-upcoming-presenter-of-power-breakfast-series/#comments Thu, 19 Jun 2008 17:01:14 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/19/national-society-of-hispanic-mbas-hosts-%e2%80%98best-upon-request%e2%80%99-ceo-as-speaker-cincinnati-nshmba-welcomes-tillie-hidalgo-lima-as-upcoming-presenter-of-power-breakfast-series/ "" HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=40263 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/19/the-texas-association-of-mexican-american-chambers-of-commerce-tamacc-signs-historic-agreement-to-secure-over-100-billion-in-procurement-opportunities/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/19/the-texas-association-of-mexican-american-chambers-of-commerce-tamacc-signs-historic-agreement-to-secure-over-100-billion-in-procurement-opportunities/#comments Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:19:57 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/19/the-texas-association-of-mexican-american-chambers-of-commerce-tamacc-signs-historic-agreement-to-secure-over-100-billion-in-procurement-opportunities/ "The Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce (TAMACC) and notable Texas State Agencies and Universities announced that they intend to sign an historic and unprecedented agreement worth potentially $100 Billion. In a public signing ceremony on June 24, 2008, at the Texas State Capitol, TAMACC Executive Board Members, key state legislators and university officials, will sign a Memorandum of Understanding for procurement opportunities.
"This is a historic moment for TAMACC and Texas state agencies and universities," said Ms. Arcilia Acosta, TAMACC Chair. "It is historic because of the cooperation between TAMACC and these state entities, and the amount of money that will be available to qualified Texas D/M/W/BE firms. We hope that all qualified businesses will take advantage of this opportunity."
The Memorandum of Understanding provides for an exchange of information concerning procurement and other opportunities with Texas agencies and universities totaling over $100 Billion. Texas universities will provide the procurement opportunities and information, while TAMACC provides qualified D/M/W/BE firms.
Mr. Frank Cortez, TAMACC President & CEO, noted that the business climate in Texas is right for this type agreement. "We have worked hard and are well positioned for our member firms to take advantage of these business opportunities. I think you're going to see a lot of excited business owners at our state convention later this month as we roll-out additional information on this new development."
Notable state agencies and universities participating in the Memorandum of Understanding include: Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Texas Department of Transportation, Texas A&M University, Texas Health & Human Services Commission, Texas Tech University and The University of Texas at Austin.
About TAMACC:
TAMACC is a private non-profit corporation founded 32 years ago by a small group of Hispanic business persons interested in increasing business opportunities for themselves and other similar business owners. The association, with headquarters in Austin, Texas, acts as the organizational umbrella providing advocacy, technical support, programs, and services to the network of local Hispanic chambers.
Contact: Mauricio Navarro

469.733.8137
Navarro@raizinc.com
" HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=40203 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/19/indiana-state-hispanic-chamber-names-new-president-wilson-%e2%80%9cwil%e2%80%9d-reyes/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/19/indiana-state-hispanic-chamber-names-new-president-wilson-%e2%80%9cwil%e2%80%9d-reyes/#comments Thu, 19 Jun 2008 13:10:10 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/19/indiana-state-hispanic-chamber-names-new-president-wilson-%e2%80%9cwil%e2%80%9d-reyes/ "The Board of the Indiana State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (ISHCC) named Wilson “Wil” Reyes as the new President of the non-profit organization at their May 22nd Board of Director’s meeting.

“I am confident that Wil will do a magnificent job in leading the ISHCC to much higher places than it’s seen before. He not only brings his business experience and acumen to the ISHCC, but his passion for excellence and the heart for our community”.

Wilson Elias Reyes (Wil) was born in the Dominican Republic in 1968. His family immigrated to the Bronx, New York when he was five months old in December of that same year. He lived in New York until he was twelve years old then moved to Florida. He spent his formidable years in Orlando, Florida and joined the United States Army where he served proudly for four years. Wil is also a Persian Gulf War veteran.

Wil graduated from Indiana University with degrees in Speech Communication, English and Spanish. He also studied abroad in Sheffield, England where he received a Combined Studies/Business Degree at Sheffield-Hallam University. He also owns Bullseye Business Furniture and Kingdom Church Furniture and is part owner of several other ventures.

“I have a passion for the Hispanic/Latino community,” said Wil Reyes, new president of the ISHCC. “As President of the ISHCC, I plan to advance Hispanic business opportunities statewide.”

Wil Reyes now lives in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is married to Stephanie. They have two beautiful children, Sterling Victoria who is three and Lincoln Elisha who is one year old.

About the ISHCC
The Indiana State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (ISHCC) is a 501 c6 non-profit organization engaged in the improvement and advancement of the business conditions of its membership. The ISHCC was formed in 2001 to fulfill its mission of identifying and serving the growing needs of Hispanic and minority small businesses by:

providing service to members, promoting membership growth, facilitating economic development of its membership and advocating on behalf of the overall Hispanic community on issues of relevance.

For more information visit www.ishcc.org

" HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=40181 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/19/hispanic-mbas-tap-cincinnati-pr-firm-eisen-management-group/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/19/hispanic-mbas-tap-cincinnati-pr-firm-eisen-management-group/#comments Thu, 19 Jun 2008 12:45:05 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/19/hispanic-mbas-tap-cincinnati-pr-firm-eisen-management-group/ "Eisen Management Group" HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=40176 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/18/national-trauma-institute-hires-teresa-nino-as-director-of-communications-legislative-affairs/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/18/national-trauma-institute-hires-teresa-nino-as-director-of-communications-legislative-affairs/#comments Wed, 18 Jun 2008 13:42:27 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/18/national-trauma-institute-hires-teresa-nino-as-director-of-communications-legislative-affairs/ "-The National Trauma Institute, a non-profit grant making organization that funds short-term trauma research, has hired marketing and public relations veteran Teresa Niño to head its Communications and Legislative Affairs efforts.

Niño most recently headed the Marketing Department for the San Antonio Express-News as well as its Community Relations department and the Express-News Charitable Foundation. Prior to that, she headed the Marketing and Business Development department for the commercial business park KellyUSA for eight years, now known as Port San Antonio and was responsible for their international outreach. Niño was a researcher for marketing Guru Lionel Sosa’s book, “The Americano Dream.” In the 90’s, she was an appointee in the Clinton Administration, serving in the Office of Public Affairs for the Health and Human Services department under Secretary Donna E. Shalala; and was Assistant Press Secretary for Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley for the City of Chicago in the 80’s. Niño began her professional career as a television reporter in Chicago, Illinois.

“Teresa’s vast experience and expertise in the field of communications as well as her broad network on the political front will play a critical role as we move forward with our national agenda,” said Sharon Smith, Executive Director of the National Trauma Institute. “We are delighted to have Teresa join our team and are very excited about her vision for our growth.”

The National Trauma Institute’s mission is to fund short-term (3-5 years) trauma-related research that will change and improve current practices and procedures and thereby lower the number of deaths due to trauma. Trauma-related deaths are the number one cause of death for people ages 1-44; and trauma-related injuries occur everyday throughout America and cost our country billions of dollars in treatment and rehabilitation. Many Level 1 Trauma Centers throughout the country have closed due to lack of funds. Time consuming and repetitive surgeries, such as those necessary with traumatic injuries, become too expensive for health plans to cover or for hospitals to get reimbursed. The number of casualties and injuries has increased due to the war and the opportunity to learn and implement best practices in emergency situations needs to be researched and proven. As has been shown with diseases such as AIDS and Cancer, when funds are allocated to research, and practices are changed, the number of deaths is reduced.

Niño serves on various local boards and committees and has received numerous awards for her charitable work and leadership. She is a member of the American Marketing Association (AMA), Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), the National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) and the San Antonio Association of Hispanic Journalists (SAAHJ). She resides in San Antonio with her husband, Juan A. Sepúlveda, Jr., author of the book, “The Life and Times of Wilie Velasquez: Su Voto es Su Voz,” and their two children, Michael and Victoria." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=40120 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/12/optumhealths-hispanic-web-site-wins-highest-health-care-honor-at-2008-interactive-media-awards/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/12/optumhealths-hispanic-web-site-wins-highest-health-care-honor-at-2008-interactive-media-awards/#comments Thu, 12 Jun 2008 17:33:20 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/12/optumhealths-hispanic-web-site-wins-highest-health-care-honor-at-2008-interactive-media-awards/ "OptumHealth announced today that its Web site for the Hispanic community, MenteSana-CuerpoSano.com (Healthy Mind-Healthy Body) received the Health Care Best in Class Award at the 2008 Interactive Media Awards. Sponsored by the Interactive Media Council, the Best in Class award is the highest honor bestowed by the non-profit organization.

Unlike other Spanish-language wellness Web sites, MenteSana-CuerpoSano.com addresses the fact that Hispanics often rely on community support and an extended family network during times of need. Using a family-focused approach, MenteSana-CuerpoSano.com helps educate and motivate more people in the Hispanic community to seek mental health and substance use treatment.

“As a mental health clinician and a member of the Hispanic community, I understand that for some, reaching out for help may be perceived as a stigma or weakness. There also may be language barriers that interfere with our ability to find information or access treatment. OptumHealth and our sister company, UnitedHealthcare, created MenteSana-CuerpoSano.com to address these barriers by providing those in the Hispanic community that might need help, access to behavioral health resources,” says Francisca Azocar, Ph.D., OptumHealth vice president. “Our Interactive Media Award validates the fact that we created a Web site that is easy to use and rich in content to help meet the behavioral health needs of this underserved population.”

The Interactive Media Awards recognize the highest standards of excellence in Web design and development, and honors individuals and organizations for their outstanding achievement. Sponsored by the Interactive Media Council Inc., a nonprofit organization of leading Web designers, developers, programmers, advertisers and other Web-related professionals, the competition seeks to elevate the standards of excellence on the Internet.

“MenteSana-CuerpoSano.com’s Best in Class Award reflects leadership in the health care industry online,” says Anna Lawrence, Interactive Media Awards spokesperson. “The site is recognized for its excellent effort in reaching out to a diverse audience in an effective and culturally appealing way.”

The judging consisted of various criteria including design, usability, innovation in technical features, standards in compliance and content. In order to win an award, Web sites have to meet strict guidelines in each area – an achievement only a fraction of sites in the Interactive Media Awards competition earn each year. The Best in Class Award indicates that a company achieved a perfect or near perfect score in the judging process.

MenteSana-CuerpoSano.com provides the general public information, resources and interactive programs to help with mental health conditions, substance use treatment and everyday life challenges, as well as a clinician search tool. The site also has a password-protected section that is the Spanish-language companion to OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions’ member portal, http://www.liveandworkwell.com.

About OptumHealth

As one of the nation’s largest consumer health services companies, OptumHealth makes health care easier and better for employers, health plans, public sector entities and the 61 million people with access to its services. The Company’s goal is to optimize health and promote recovery, resiliency and financial security, while lowering benefit costs and helping consumers make informed decisions about their health through standalone or integrated services. OptumHealth is a company of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH). More information about OptumHealth can be found at www.optumhealth.com." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=39959 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/12/call-for-nominations-san-francisco-hispanic-chamber-of-commerce-wells-fargo-bank-and-the-san-francisco-business-times-announce-the-latino-business-leadership-awards/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/12/call-for-nominations-san-francisco-hispanic-chamber-of-commerce-wells-fargo-bank-and-the-san-francisco-business-times-announce-the-latino-business-leadership-awards/#comments Thu, 12 Jun 2008 14:43:21 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/12/call-for-nominations-san-francisco-hispanic-chamber-of-commerce-wells-fargo-bank-and-the-san-francisco-business-times-announce-the-latino-business-leadership-awards/ "The San Francisco Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Wells Fargo Bank, and the San Francisco Business Times are calling for nominations for the 2008 Most Influential Latinos and Latinas in the San Francisco Bay Area. The purpose of the Latino Business Leadership Awards is to recognize outstanding executives and business owners from the region’s most vibrant firms.

Who: The San Francisco Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFHCC) has demonstrated its Leadership in connecting the Latino community throughout the Bay Area while focusing on business development, education, marketing and networking. The SFHCC has become a trusted leader among the Latino/Hispanic business community creating strong strategic alliances and forging joint projects.

What: The nominations are open for Latinos and Latinas who have contributed to improving the quality of life for Latinos in the Bay Area.

Awards categories include: entrepreneurs, corporate executives and professionals from a skilled occupation or career where specialized knowledge of a subject, field, or science is applied. You may nominate yourself, or a deserving leader.

A thirty minute segment featuring 2007 honoree interviews can be viewed on Comcast on demand (channel 1) under local events. For more information please visit www.sfhcc.com/leadership/introduction.html.

When: The deadline for nominations is August 8, 2008. Nominations can be submitted online at http://sfhcc.com/leadership/nominations.html or emailed to staff@sfhcc.com.

Where: Awards will be presented at the Latino Business Leadership Awards on Friday, October 17th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at the Intercontinental Hotel in San Francisco, located at 888 Howard Street.

For more information about the process, please contact Richard Ventura, President and CEO, of the San Francisco Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, at 415-278-9611 or email to richard@sfhcc.com.

San Francisco Hispanic Chamber of Commerce - is a non-profit organization founded in 1984 created to represent the needs of Hispanic businesses and the Hispanic community as a whole. Its mission is to promote the economic development of our members and the Hispanic business community in San Francisco and the Greater Bay Area. The SFHCC is one of the largest Hispanic business organizations in the city. More information is also available at www.sfhcc.com.
" HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=39910 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/10/colorado-state-president-named-to-national-society-of-hispanic-mbas-board-of-directors/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/10/colorado-state-president-named-to-national-society-of-hispanic-mbas-board-of-directors/#comments Tue, 10 Jun 2008 13:08:58 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/10/colorado-state-president-named-to-national-society-of-hispanic-mbas-board-of-directors/ "Colorado State University President Larry Edward Penley has joined the board of directors for the National Society of Hispanic MBAS, an organization that fosters Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development.

The non-profit organization, founded in 1998, is governed by an 11-member board and has about 7,000 members.

Penley, president of Colorado State University since 2003, serves on numerous boards and committees as part of his efforts to elevate the university and enhance its service to students and the state of Colorado. Penley also serves on the boards of directors of the Colorado Renewable Energy Authority, the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, the Mountain States Employers Council, the Mountain West Conference and the Rocky Mountain chapter of the Institute of International Education.

The society helps prepare Hispanics for leadership positions throughout the nation "so they can provide the cultural awareness and sensitivity vital in the management of the nation's diverse workforce" as noted on the society's Web page at www.nshmba.org." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=39753 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/09/hispanic-meeting-event-planning-online-directory-launches-the-latino-speakers-bureau-announced-the-launch-of-their-hispanic-meeting-event-planning-online-directory-designed-to-serve-the-needs-o-2/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/09/hispanic-meeting-event-planning-online-directory-launches-the-latino-speakers-bureau-announced-the-launch-of-their-hispanic-meeting-event-planning-online-directory-designed-to-serve-the-needs-o-2/#comments Mon, 09 Jun 2008 20:42:07 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/09/hispanic-meeting-event-planning-online-directory-launches-the-latino-speakers-bureau-announced-the-launch-of-their-hispanic-meeting-event-planning-online-directory-designed-to-serve-the-needs-o-2/ "A new Hispanic Event Planning Online Directory was launched this week to serve meeting and event planners with a major focus on small businesses and the Hispanic market. LatinoSpeakersBureau.com brings together Hispanic vendors and professionals often unseen and overlooked that are valuable to Meeting & Event Planners who seek diversity resources in their online searches. Latino Speakers Bureau founder, Leonor McCall-Rodriguez, built the website directory with the needs of event and meeting professionals in mind, adding listings of keynote speakers, meeting locations and a wider variety of resources in a one-stop-shop online tool geared to showcase not only Hispanic speakers, but a broader offering of women and minority-owned small businesses. “After 6 years of work with the Speakers Bureau and out in the Hispanic business community, we met many vendors who were not connecting with event planners and meeting professionals, so we did the same thing we did with the Bureau: we created our own online solution”, said McCall-Rodriguez, whose career spans the U.S. and Latin America with marketing and business development projects, including several Fortune 100 companies. In this industry, she tackled the challenge of Hispanic speaking professionals to increase visibility, because they tend to operate as sole proprietorships or small businesses and compete against large scale general market bureaus. Visibility is critical in a market where speakers must highlight their programs, resumes and seminars in different languages before potential corporate, government, conference and non-profit event planners. Today, the Latino Speakers Bureau group boasts multiple sites and includes successful Latinos who travel the world with their best sellers and keynotes. Among them are Jimmy Cabrera, Joachim de Posada, Dr. Jo Ann Pina, Victor Antonio Gonzalez, Simon Silva, Maria Marin and David Gonzalez. On LatinoSpeakersBureau.com, other small businesses and professionals such as photographers, lawyers, chefs, producers, emcees and comedians will now be part of the online directory. The new portal includes an Event calendar, Articles page, and a Classifieds section, sure to grow as minority businesses build their ads for the event and meeting industry. It has aroused a lot of interest in other countries, where event planners and speakers see this as a business networking opportunity. It is also expected to attract corporate advertisers who offer travel, production services and event locations. One category that has aroused interest because of its cultural twist is Weddings & Quinceañeras, that will showcase professionals and services related to these life events, including culturally relevant seminars for young women and couples from Hispanic professionals. The site will also allow McCall-Rodriguez to showcase many non-profits that constantly reach out to the Latino Speakers Bureau, including those that provide Spanish assisted services for the community across the U.S.. “One of the things I love the most about America is our volunteer spirit and non-profit activity. Our Bureau gives back to our community by providing visibility to non-profits and their causes”, she explains. Leonor concluded, “When you see a market need, you can wait for the market to solve it, or jump in and develop your own. We feel this one was long overdue.” Latino Speakers Bureau is a division of Mira Promo Inc., California Corporation serving the Hispanic market since 2002, with Hispanic market and multicultural business development solutions. Latino Speakers Bureau is a trademark of Mira Promo Inc. /// Contact: Leonor McCall-Rodriguez 310-937-2789 speakers@latinospeakersbureau.com" HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=39744 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/02/ipa-charities-supports-hispanic-heritage-organization/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/02/ipa-charities-supports-hispanic-heritage-organization/#comments Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:25:09 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/06/02/ipa-charities-supports-hispanic-heritage-organization/ "Charities has contributed $6,000 to the Hispanic Heritage Organization’s essay contest.

“IPA Charities is proud to support the Hispanic Heritage Organization’s essay contest for the third consecutive year,” said Dana Burgess, IPA Charities President.

Congress first proclaimed National Hispanic Heritage Month in September of 1968. Since that time, National Hispanic Heritage Month has taken place annually from September 15th to October 15th. Many of the events that take place during this month provide opportunities to celebrate, experience and enjoy the rich Latino culture and heritage including its wonderful art, food, history and music.

The Hispanic Heritage Organization is a non-profit organization promoting understanding and appreciation of the Latino culture through a variety of educational initiatives such as special events.

IPA Charities is a 501(c)3 charitable foundation dedicated to the quest of improving communities and people’s lives around the world. International Profit Associates, Inc. (IPA-IBA), the largest privately held management consulting and professional services firm for small and medium size businesses in North America, is a leading authority on small business. With annual revenues in excess of $200 million since 2005, IPA-IBA is the 6th largest management consulting company in Chicago and the 61st largest consulting company in the world. IPA-IBA offers a wide range of proven and innovative methodologies to help businesses grow and prosper. International Profit Associates and its alliance partners, including Integrated Business Analysis, Inc. (IBA), International Tax Advisors, Inc. (ITA), Accountancy Associates, LLC (AAL) and IPA Advisory & Intermediary Services, LLC (IPA A&I), provide comprehensive business advisory services and tax strategies to companies in the United States, Canada and other locations worldwide. Additional information is immediately available by visiting http://www.ipa-iba.com, http://www.iba-usa.net, http://www.internationaltaxadvisors.com, http://www.accountancyassoc.com/ and http://www.aiservices.com. The Public Relations Department may be contacted at: telephone (847) 495-6786; facsimile (847) 495-6773." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=39345 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/29/top-universities-join-the-national-society-of-hispanic-mbas-university-partnership-program/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/29/top-universities-join-the-national-society-of-hispanic-mbas-university-partnership-program/#comments Thu, 29 May 2008 13:56:35 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/29/top-universities-join-the-national-society-of-hispanic-mbas-university-partnership-program/ "The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) is pleased to announce the addition of four new universities to its University Partnership Program. Boston College -- Carroll School of Management, Cleveland State University -- Nance College of Business Administration, University of Miami -- School of Business Administration and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign -- College of Business have been added to the list of top universities that comprise the 27-member partnership.
NSHMBA created the University Partnership Program in 2006 to provide select academic institutions an expanded pool of qualified Hispanic applicants for graduate business programs. The program also creates a joint partnership opportunity in order to strengthen the pipeline of Hispanic students completing bachelors and masters degrees. The partnership program offers financial assistance in the form of scholarships, fellowships and assistantships. The concept for the program began several years ago when individual NSHMBA chapters around the nation collaborated with local universities to offer financial assistance to deserving candidates. NSHMBA encourages more universities to join its partnership program and help build the number of opportunities available for top Hispanic students seeking MBAs and to develop a close relationship with the NSHMBA local chapters. In 2007, NSHMBA awarded over $1 million in financial assistance to outstanding Hispanics pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent.
"For the past 18 years, the National Society of Hispanic MBAs has been instrumental in helping Hispanics continue their education and actively pursue Masters of Business Administration degrees. As universities join the NSHMBA University Partnership Program, they benefit from recruiting top notch Hispanic MBA students for their business school," said Lourdes M. Hassler, CEO, NSHMBA. "The universities that are part of the University Partnership Program will have a profound effect on the future landscape of business schools and corporations as we see more diverse MBA students graduate and move on to promising careers."
The current University Partnership Program members are Arizona State University -- W.P. Carey School of Business, Babson College -- Babson MBA, Bentley -- McCallum Graduate School of Business, Boston College -- Carroll School of Management, Boston University -- School of Management, Brandeis University -- Brandeis International Business School, Case Western Reserve University -- Weatherhead School of Management, Cleveland State University -- Nance College of Business Administration, Drexel University -- LeBow College of Business, Emory University -- Goizueta School of Business, Florida International University -- Chapman Graduate School of Business, HULT International School of Business, Northeastern University -- Graduate School of Business Administration, Rice University -- Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Management, Stetson University -- School of Business Administration, Texas Christian University -- Neeley School of Business, University of Akron -- College of Business Administration, University of Central Florida -- College of Business Administration, University of Cincinnati -- College of Business, University of Florida -- Warrington School of Business, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign -- College of Business, University of Miami -- School of Business Administration, University of Minnesota -- Carlson School of Management, University of Notre Dame -- Mendoza College of Business, University of Tampa -- John H. Sykes College of Business, University of Texas at Dallas -- School of Management and the Willamette University -- Atkinson Graduate School of Management.
About NSHMBA
The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) was created in 1988 as a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization. Widely known as the "Premier Hispanic Organization," NSHMBA serves 32 chapters and 7,000 members in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. It exists to foster Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development. NSHMBA works to prepare Hispanics for leadership positions throughout the U.S. so that they can provide the cultural awareness and sensitivity vital in the management of the nation's diverse workforce." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=39267 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/29/the-san-francisco-hispanic-chamber-of-commerce-votes-to-oppose-proposition-98s-government-acquisition-regulation-of-private-property-and-remains-neutral-on-proposition-99s-acquisition-of-owner-oc/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/29/the-san-francisco-hispanic-chamber-of-commerce-votes-to-oppose-proposition-98s-government-acquisition-regulation-of-private-property-and-remains-neutral-on-proposition-99s-acquisition-of-owner-oc/#comments Thu, 29 May 2008 13:56:10 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/29/the-san-francisco-hispanic-chamber-of-commerce-votes-to-oppose-proposition-98s-government-acquisition-regulation-of-private-property-and-remains-neutral-on-proposition-99s-acquisition-of-owner-oc/ "On April 24, 2008, the San Francisco Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s board of directors voted to oppose Proposition 98 and remain neutral on Proposition 99 at a special Board of Directors meeting. The SFHCC cited concerns about Proposition 98’s overbroadness, vagueness and potential impact on the environment.

On the June 3, 2008 ballot, Proposition 98 bars state and local governments from condemning or damaging private property for private uses and prohibits rent control. Proposition 99 bars state and local governments from using eminent domain to acquire an owner-occupied residence, as defined for conveyance to a private person or business entity.

The SFHCC opposed Proposition 98 because it threatens to end useful land use and zoning provisions needed to protect neighborhoods. The insufficiently defined terms also prohibit the government from purchasing and preserving wetlands to develop water projects. Proposition 98 can potentially jeopardize water infrastructure projects, destroy land use planning, encourage NIMBY (Not In My Back Yard) lawsuits and eliminate rent control for good.

The SFHCC joins a broad and diverse coalition including the California Chamber of Commerce, The California Black Chamber of Commerce, American Association of Retired People, League of Women Voters of California, National Wildlife Federation, California Police Chiefs Association, California Fire Chiefs Association and countless others.

Founded in 1984, The SFHCC’s goal is to represent the needs of Hispanic businesses and the Hispanic community in San Francisco. The SFHCC serves to promote the economic development of 500 members through partnerships with professional organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area.

About San Francisco Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFHCC)

The SFHCC is a non-profit organization created in 1984 to represent the needs of Hispanic businesses and the Hispanic community in San Francisco. The SFHCC serves as a leader and catalyst to promote economic development through the collaboration of professional organizations in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area while leveraging the strength of nation- and state-wide Hispanic Chambers of Commerce. With more than 500 members and an active email database exceeding 3,000, we are one of the largest Hispanic business organizations in the city.

For more information visit: www.sfhcc.com" HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=39266 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/28/hispanic-meeting-event-planning-online-directory-launches-the-latino-speakers-bureau-announced-the-launch-of-their-hispanic-meeting-event-planning-online-directory-designed-to-serve-the-needs-o/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/28/hispanic-meeting-event-planning-online-directory-launches-the-latino-speakers-bureau-announced-the-launch-of-their-hispanic-meeting-event-planning-online-directory-designed-to-serve-the-needs-o/#comments Wed, 28 May 2008 14:36:33 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/28/hispanic-meeting-event-planning-online-directory-launches-the-latino-speakers-bureau-announced-the-launch-of-their-hispanic-meeting-event-planning-online-directory-designed-to-serve-the-needs-o/ "A new Hispanic Event Planning Online Directory was launched this week to serve meeting and event planners with a major focus on small businesses and the Hispanic market. LatinoSpeakersBureau.com unites unseen and overlooked vendors that are valuable to Meeting & Event Planners who need diversity resources and search online while preparing corporate workshops, conventions, sales meetings, trade shows or galas and fundraisers.

Latino Speakers Bureau founder, Leonor McCall-Rodriguez, built the website directory based on the needs of event and meeting professionals with listings of keynote speakers, meeting locations and a wider variety of resources in a one-stop-shop online tool geared to showcase not only Hispanic motivational and business speakers, but a broader offering of women and minority-owned small businesses.

"After 6 years of work with the Speakers Bureau, we met many business owners who were not connecting with event planners and meeting professionals, so we did the same thing we did with the Bureau: we created our own online solution", said McCall-Rodriguez, whose career spans the U.S. and Latin America with marketing and business development projects, including several Fortune 100 companies.

In this industry, she tackled the challenge of Hispanic speaking professionals to increase visibility, because they tend to operate as sole proprietorships or small businesses and compete against large scale general market bureaus. Visibility is critical in a market where speakers must highlight their programs, resumes and seminars in different languages before potential corporate, government, conference and non-profit event planners. Today, the Latino Speakers Bureau group boasts multiple sites and includes successful Latinos who travel the world with their best sellers and keynotes. Among them are Joachim de Posada, Dr. Jo Ann Pina, Jimmy Cabrera, Victor Antonio Gonzalez, Simon Silva, Maria Marin and Manny Medrano.

With the new LatinoSpeakersBureau.com, other small businesses and professionals such as photographers, lawyers, chefs, producers, emcees, comedians amd musicians will be part of the online directory. The new portal includes an event calendar, articles, and a Classifieds section, sure to grow as minority businesses build their ads for the event and meeting industry. It is also expected to attract corporate advertisers who offer travel, production services and event locations.

The category that stands out as a cultural twist on this site is Weddings & Quinceañeras, that will showcase professionals, locations and services related to these life events, including culturally relevant seminars from Hispanic professionals for them. "We see wedding planners as well as event planners across the U.S. finding a home online at LatinoSpeakersBureau.com", the founder explained.

The site will also showcase many non-profits that reach out to the Latino Speakers Bureau, including those that provide Spanish assisted services for the community across the U.S..

"This is just one more tool for integrating Hispanic businesses with the mainstream market. And when you see a market need, you can wait for the market to solve it, or jump in and blaze your own solution. We've found that the latter is much faster and more fun," concluded McCall-Rodriguez.

Latino Speakers Bureau is a division of Mira Promo Inc., California Corporation serving the Hispanic market since 2002, with Hispanic market and multicultural business development solutions. Latino Speakers Bureau is a trademark of Mira Promo Inc.

" HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=39186 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/27/lista-2nd-annual-humanitarian-mission-and-hispanic-workforce-summit-may-28th-june-1st-2008/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/27/lista-2nd-annual-humanitarian-mission-and-hispanic-workforce-summit-may-28th-june-1st-2008/#comments Tue, 27 May 2008 16:02:32 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/27/lista-2nd-annual-humanitarian-mission-and-hispanic-workforce-summit-may-28th-june-1st-2008/ "For Immediate Release Contact: Euralis Lopez 347 632 4542 lopeze@a-lista.org Over 30 Corporate Executives to attend the LISTA 2nd Annual Humanitarian Mission and Hispanic Workforce Summit in Dominican Republic on May 28th – June 1st 2008 May 27, 2008, New York, NY--- LISTA will conduct it’s second Humanitarian Mission and Hispanic Workforce Summit to the Dominican Republic on May 28th in the city of Cabarete, Dominican Republic. This year LISTA and The Dream Project inaugurate the third technology center and for the second consecutive year will conduct a series of Teacher Training workshops on lesson planning, English as a second language, and the use of technology to enhance the teaching experience for the students of the Dream Schools. LISTA has secured the support of an impressive delegation including, Dominicans on Wall Street, Dominican American Chamber of Commerce of Georgia, HITN Television, Society of Hispanic Engineers and the Massachusetts Latino Chamber of Commerce. “LISTA and its partners continue to help bridge the digital divide and help develop new technology businesses in the Cabarete Area. Through these events we bring empowerment and knowledge transfer and with the help of big business we will develop this region into a thriving business community in the upcoming years,” says Jose Marquez, LISTA CEO. “This is a mission of hope and love, it is up to us to all to change the perception of technology in our community, the time is NOW!” LISTA will also hold the second Annual Hispanic Workforce Summit to help develop the Dominican workforce community in Cabarete. “As the Dominican population continues to grow in the United States, it is clear that a significant part of the future workforce will be from the Dominican Republic,” commented Jon Wunderlich, Director of Operations at Project Dream, “this summit will help bring economic stability and sustainability of Cabarete business entrepreneurs, it is imperative to further develop the skills of Dominican students in order for them to change their future through technology. “LISTA through these workshops and summit will make an economic impact and give the students the tech and business skills needed to embrace the opportunities which will be on the horizon when they graduate” said Jose Luis Rodriguez, LISTA Chair. LISTA’s mission to educate motivate and empower continues to bring hope and the promise of highly skilled workers, young professionals and small business owners for the future of the region.” “This is still a small program which has been supported strictly by our members. We can all do more to help develop one of the poorest areas in this country and turn it into a thriving business community,” said LISTA NYTC President Robert Abreu. “We truly believe that with more community involvement this mission will yield even more results.” Corporate leaders, Hispanic non-profit executives from across the country are expected to come together at the Hispanic Workforce Summit to discuss technology usage in the class room, best practices, and explore strategies to develop skilled technology workers, professionals and better access to technology for small businesses. This summit continues to attract significant interest from local and national organizations across the country. There is a sense of anticipation of what viable solutions, recommendations or best practices will come out of this summit LISTA’s Humanitarian Mission and Workforce Summit Speakers Include: Ambassador Patricia Sortier, Canadian Ambassador to the Dominican Republic Felix Ortiz, New York State Assemblyman Robert Abreu, VP Goldman Sachs Kevin Manning, Immediate Past President American Chamber of Commerce Carlos Gonzalez, CEO, Massachusetts Latino Chamber of Commerce Jose Luis Rodriguez, LISTA Chair and President/CEO HITN Dora Maria Abreu, SHPE Vice President Jose Marquez, President and CEO, LISTA Jon Wunderlich, Dominican Operation Director, Dream Project Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association (LISTA) have donated computers to the area schools of Cabarete and Batey in the Dominican Republic through the Dream Project, as part of LISTA’s international outreach program for many years along with supplying educational instruction to further develop technology professionals in the area, conducting workshops for students and teachers in English as Second Language, math and sciences. LISTA IS SPONSORED BY: AETNA, AT&T, COMCAST, CAPITALWIRE DELTA AIRLINES, MACY’s, MICROSOFT , NCTA, NIELSEN MEDIA, PHRMA, STAPLES, STATEFARM and VERIZON. About Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association (LISTA) LISTA Mission is to educate, motivate and encourage the use of technology in the Latino community and empowering them to bridge the digital divide. Founded in 2004 LISTA promotes the utilization of the technology sectors for the empowerment of the Latino community. We are an organization that is committed to bringing various elements of Technology under one central hub to facilitate our partners, members and the community with the leverage and education they need to succeed in a highly advanced technologically driven society. www.a-lista.org About The Dominican Republic Education And Mentoring (DREAM) Project is a US 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides equitable access to quality education for children born into poverty in rural areas and small communities of the Dominican Republic by combining volunteerism, international awareness, and community involvement into a sustainable support system” www.domincandream.org" HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=39108 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/22/hispanic-museums-and-memorial-day-advertising-age-the-big-tent/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/22/hispanic-museums-and-memorial-day-advertising-age-the-big-tent/#comments Thu, 22 May 2008 13:13:57 +0000 tomasz http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/22/hispanic-museums-and-memorial-day-advertising-age-the-big-tent/ "I was perusing Hispanic Tips' Blogante News when an article from La Prensa San Diego jumped out at me. The headline read: "Bush Signs Legislation for National Museum of the American Latino."

My first reaction was a sense of pride and a desire to show all kinds of support. After all, shouldn't there be a National Museum of the American Latino? Then, I started to hear voices. Not the multiple personality kind of voices, but rather the voices of non-profit board and committee members from several other Latino museum projects that either have opened or have tried to open throughout the U.S. over the past decade or two. " HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=38987 0