February 11, 2009            
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Friends,                        
 
How do you define leadership? Strategic thinking, persuasive communication skills, interpersonal abilities that support collaborative relationships, integrity, and an ability to achieve results made the top of our list. Through El Futuro, our Leadership Advancement Series and Mujeres de HACE, Latino professionals are exposed to diverse avenues for building these core skills and meet peers and mentors. We want to know about your plans and goals for 2009. Please share them with us by participating in our upcoming Latino Professional Pulse Survey later this month. In the meantime, be intentional about strengthening your relationships by making one introduction or coaching one person who’s ready for their next career opportunity.
 
New Corporate Member

We are proud to have United Way as a new corporate member and look forward to achieving wonderful things together. We encourage you to get to know your local United Way and explore career opportunities with United Way of America.
United Way is a national network of nearly 1,300 local organizations that work to advance the common good by focusing on education, income and health. These are the building blocks for a good life: a quality education that leads to stable job, enough income to support a family through retirement, and good health.
 
United Way of America is the national organization dedicated to leading the United Way movement. Local United Ways create long-lasting community change by addressing the underlying causes of the most significant local issues. Common focus areas include helping children and youth achieve their potential, promoting financial stability and independence, and improving people's health. Its goal is to create long-lasting changes by addressing the underlying causes of problems.
      

In This Issue:
Upcoming Events:
February 17 – Mujeres de HACE in Chicago, IL REGISTER HERE
 
February 19 – El Futuro Speed Interviewing and Mocktail Networking Reception in Chicago, IL
 
February 24 - HACE Open House in Chicago, IL
 
February 26 - Miami Latino Career Forum in Miami, FL APPLY HERE for consideration

March 12 - New York Career Conference REGISTER HERE
 

Looking to exhibit at one of our events? Contact Luz Canino-Baker at 312.435.0498 or
Luz@hace-usa.org. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Congratulations
HACE Story
 
HACE events were instrumental in my recent career search. I was consulting for a small firm focused on entrepreneurship and competitiveness in emerging markets, particularly the Middle East. While I enjoyed consulting, I wanted to join a larger, global firm where I could also work in implementing recommendations. 
The HACE Chicago Career Conference in June 2008 and the Latino Recruitment Series brought together such companies. By speaking to recruiters and current employees at these events, I was also able to identify positions that aligned with my career goals and ultimately chose to work for Zurich Financial Services.
 
I joined Zurich Financial Services in September as part of its Global Associate Program. The Global Associate Program (GAP) is a 44-week program that provides on-the-job experience and intensive classroom training at home and abroad. As an Associate, I am based in New York with the Global Relationship Management (GRM) team. My days are varied and full of learning as the program requires I spend time with multiple teams in Chicago, Zurich and London. Through this program, I am able to apply my international experience, work on internal process improvement projects and develop new strategies to strengthen  relationships with our customers.
 
I have to thank HACE for their commitment and contribution to my career. I sincerely appreciate HACE's efforts and wish the organization and its staff the best!
 
Aurora Torres, Global Associate, Zurich Financial Services
 
Career Corner
Job-Hunting in a Weak Job Market: 5 Strategies for Staying Upbeat and Improving Your Chances of Success By: Randall S. Hansen Ph.D.
 
Feeling the job market blues? Looking for a way to keep your focus and stay upbeat? Follow these
five strategies and you should be well on you way to overcoming the stress and anxiety and landing that
next great job.  
 
Keep a positive focus
Surround yourself with support
Don't believe everything you hear or read

Have long-term focus, but short-term goals Remember that everything counts 

 
Student Corner
El Futuro Update
 
 
El Futuro is heading towards the home stretch! We kicked-off January with a timely self-assessment and goal setting workshop at each of our schools. Students will be using their self-assessments and goals as the basis for developing individual career plans. Students will present their career plans as a capstone project for the academic year. In addition, our thanks go out to Gabriel Chavez and Michael Simelton of Exelon Corporation who gave great insight into the engineering sector to our students at Schurz High School.
 
Coming up:
February 19 - Speed Interviewing & Mocktail Networking Reception at National-Louis University
March 5 - HACE Job Shadow Day
 
Volunteers are needed to host students on Job Shadow Day. Contact Nina D. Sánchez, Student Programs Coordinator at nina@hace-usa.org
 
HACE on Facebook
 
We invite you to become a member of our Facebook Group and Fan Club to receive announcements about our upcoming events, internships and scholarship opportunities. To join, access your personal account, find the Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement (HACE) Group and choose "Join Group." We look forward to hearing from you!
 
HACE News
Hispanic Leadership Advancement Series Success
 
      
  
 
HACE launched its 2009 Leadership Advancement Series February 4. Twenty-five Latino leaders representing 11 companies/organizations participated in Negotiations training as masterfully presented by Chris Multhauf, Executive Dean of National-Louis University College of Management and Business. They also had the honor of meeting Vincent Allocco, Ph.D., President of El Valor, whose mission is to support and challenge urban families to achieve excellence and participate fully in community life. Vincent challenged each participant to become a leader in their communities by volunteering and joining non-profit boards.
 
We were thrilled to have participation from JPMorgan Chase, Merrill Lynch and Aetna, who participated in the pilot program in 2008. New organizations, including Harris Bank, Banco Popular, CEDA, National City, Becker, Delgado Erectors, Exelon, and UCAN also joined the program. Our commitment to this work stems from a belief that these leaders will pass on their learning to others to ensure a strong pipeline of Latino corporate and civic leaders. We acknowledge each of these companies and organizations for demonstrating a true commitment to their Latino leaders and thank our program sponsor, National-Louis University.
 
We still have space. If you or your company is interested in participating, please contact Luz Canino Baker at Luz@hace-usa.org. The next session will be held June 3 and focused on "Engaging and Mobilizing People" presented by Dale Carnegie.
 
Mujeres de HACE Kick-off in Chicago, IL
 
 
Mujeres de HACE is set to kick off on February 17 and will help Latinas with work/life balance, enabling them to improve all areas of their lives to benefit their families, their employers and their communities. We'll have three dynamic presenters, including Maria Rivera-Albert, one of the most inspiring Latina trailblazers in the U.S. 
 
The full Mujeres de HACE program begins in March and runs through September 2009, with experts in the family arena, financial experts, and fun activities planned for the program. The women selected for the program will also be introduced to executive coaches. To apply, contact Luz Canino-Baker at Luz@hace-usa.org
 
Announcements
 
United Way is looking for a Chief Financial Officer in Alexandria, VA
 
As Chief Financial Officer (CFO) you would be responsible for the strategic leadership of United Way of America's Finance Department. You would provide the financial leadership necessary to ensure sound fiscal management of the organization, including advice and information to senior management and Board of Trustees to achieve the goals and objectives of United Way both globally and in the United States.
 
Interested candidates should send their résumé and cover letter to Roberto Sepulveda at
 
21st Annual Multicultural Forum on Workplace Diversity
 
The Multicultural Forum on Workplace Diversity is a premiere diversity and inclusion conference scheduled for March 3-4 in St. Paul, Minnesota. The Conference provides managers and executives what they need to effectively lead a diverse workforce. More than 50 high-level speakers representing 35 major corporations from across the U.S. will share best practices and lessons learnt. In conjunction with the conference is a professional career fair sponsored by U.S. Bank and targeted to those with four year degrees. More than 50 companies will be at booths interested in talking to candidates from diverse backgrounds. If you are unable to attend the Fair in person, we encourage you to submit your résumé online. Don't miss out! HACE has 3 complimentary passes for Day 2 left. Contact Rocio@hace-usa.org to apply.
  
 
HACE Members Receive a One Time Special Offer
 
Become a member of the International Latino Cultural Center (ILLC) today...and let them open doors to a unique multicultural experience. As an HACE member, you receive the following:
 
• 20% off Individual Membership to the International Latino Cultural Center
• Two 25th Chicago Latino Film Festival Vouchers ($20 value)
• Vintage tote bag displaying past Chicago Latino Film Festival Posters ($10 value)
 
2009 Ford Motor Company CHLI Leadership Program
 
The Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute & Ford Motor Company provide an amazing opportunity for Hispanic college students to intern in Nation's Capital. Eight Hispanic students will be selected to become part of this exciting six-week internship program that offers a first-hand experience on how the federal government works and how public policy is shaped. The interns will also have the opportunity to interact and meet appointed and elected officials from all levels of government. Application deadline is February 20, 2009.
 
U.S. Department of Agriculture - Forest Service Summer Internship 
 
The U.S. Department of Agriculture - Forest Service is recruiting college students for summer internship opportunities including: Civil Engineers, Fire Technicians, Water Shed/Soil Technicians, Park Guides, Forestry Aids, Fishery Technicians, Biological Science Technicians. For more information, contact Toby Rhue at wrhue@fs.fed.us or 906.789.3364
 
Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarships
 
In support of its mission to double the rate of Hispanics earning college degrees, the Hispanic Scholarship Fund provides the Latino community more college scholarships and educational outreach support than any other organization in the country. Scholarship deadlines are quickly approaching throughout February. Be sure to visit their Scholarship Programs page and view information about availability. ¡Suerte!
 
The 2009 Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards Are Finally Here
 
If you are a high school senior you can't miss this opportunity! The Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF) launched its 12th Annual Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards, which identify, promote and prepare Latino leaders in the classroom and community. HHF and its sponsors will once again provide more than half a million dollars in educational grants to over 200 Latino high school seniors across 12 regions throughout the country. Application deadline is March 6, 2009.
 
NCLR - Best Buy Emerging Latino Leaders Scholarship Program
 
Best Buy Children's Foundation and National Council of La Raza (NCLR) are proud to unveil the second NCLR Best Buy Emerging Latino Leaders Scholarship Program, which will award $30,000 in scholarships to graduating Hispanic high school seniors across the U.S. Application deadline is March 6, 2009.
 
Melrose Park Latinos Unidos Con Voz Scholarship
 
This year LUV will be awarding several scholarships to Hispanic/Latino students who demonstrate involvement and commitment to the Latino community and maintain at least a 2.50 GPA. For more information, e-mail tmgltd2000@yahoo.com or call 708.220.3321 
 
 
Flirting for Disaster/Coqueteo con Próposito
 
Save the Date - On Thursday, March 19 the Red Cross Auxiliary of Greater Chicago, HACE, & others invite you to enjoy a fantastic night of fun and flirting at Flirting for Disaster: Coqueteo con Próposito at Lalo's restaurant in downtown Chicago. A young, philanthropic and professional crowd attends these upscale events held at hot venues throughout the city. Raising much-needed funds, Flirting for Disaster supports the work of your local Red Cross as they respond to disasters in Chicagoland every day.

 

 
Warm regards, 
  
The Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement