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2010 Executive Leadership Training Conference & Mujer Awards • 1

Schedule of Events

Wednesday, November 3, 20108:30 am – 4:30 pmAll sessions are held in Jasmine/Hibiscus A & B

Nonprofit Management Institute (Registration required)

The Nonprofit Management Institute is tailored to nonprofit professionals seeking skills to increase their effectiveness and impact as leaders in the workplace. Sessions include: Ten Basic Principles for Successful Nonprofit Organizations, Nonprofit Financial Management, Making a Case for Support: Your Mission is Worthy of the Ask, and Negotiating Through Conflict and Managing Up.

9:00 am – 10:20 am (Session 1)

Ten Basic Principles for a Successful Nonprofit OrganizationPrESENTEr:

Dr. Gloria Rodriguez (ELP ‘88), Founder and Past President & CEO AVANCE Inc., Consultant

10:30 am – 11:50 am (Session 2)

Nonprofit Financial Management This session will focus on the elements of an accounting system and how they are used in a nonprofit organization, the use of financial statements as a management tool, designing a budget that accurately reflects full costs of your program, and the basic methods of internal controls.PrESENTEr:

Carlos Molina, CFO, United Way of Miami Dade

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Lunch1:15 pm – 2:45 pm (Session 3)

Making a Case for Support: Your Mission is Worthy of the Ask!Advance your organization by learning how to build your case statement, promote your mission, and develop key relationships to secure resources to help accomplish your goals.PrESENTEr:

Elizabeth Eguía-Garcia (ELP ‘04), CEO, Guide to Grants Plus

3:00 pm– 4:30 pm (Session 4)

Negotiating Through Conflict and Managing UpDynamic leaders know that conflict is a natural part of working in groups, and they learn and practice effective strategies for managing conflict. Negotiation is key to reaching agreement in a conflict situation, so is managing emotions and clear communication. Discover techniques to accurately receive and rely information to successfully communicate with your colleagues and managers the workplace, and tips for building conflict management skills. PrESENTEr:

Lissette Nieves (ELP ‘10), Executive Director, Year Up New York

4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Jasmine/Hibiscus A&B

ALL IN Debrief (Closed session for 2010 ALL IN fellows)

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm South Hall

ALL IN Graduation (By invitation only)KEYNOTE SPEAKEr:

Ana Maria Soto (ELP ‘04), Executive Director of Latino Initiatives, National-Louis University

The registration desk will be open on Thursday, November 4, 2010 from 8 am to 5 pm, and on Friday, November 5, 2010 from 7:30 am to 9 pm. Please note that all meal events require a ticket for entry to those events. The meal tickets and Gala table assignments are included in your registration packet.

Executive Leadership Training Conference & Mujer Awards

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Thursday, November 4, 20108:00 am – 10:00 amOrchid C & D

NHLI Class Representatives Meeting (Class reps and alternates)

8:00 am – 5:00 pmCentral Hall Pre-function

Registration

9:00 am – 5:00 pmNorth Hall

Community Marketplace & Health Fair Purchase beautiful art, jewelry and other crafts from talented artists from across the country, and visit with small businesses promoting their products and services. Learn about health resources available to you and your family, participate in health screenings and get motivated to make positive health behavior changes.

(Marketplace and health Fair are open to the public.)

9:00 am – 5:00 pmOrchid A

Media room available for interviews and Internet access. (Members of the press only)

10:00 am – 11:15 amJasmine

General Session Sponsored by State Farm Insurance Companies

Financial Town hall with Julie Stav, financial expert and New York Times best-selling author.

No matter how much money you have, managing your assets and planning for the future is critical. Financial guru Julie Stav will discuss tips for building wealth and investment strategies, especial focus on investing in this down market.

10:00 am – 11:15 amFlagler

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General Session Youth Track: Creating Your Successful FutureKEYNOTE SPEAKEr:

Andrea Juarez (ELP ‘09), Trainer, Author and Speaker, hOPE Multimedia ProductionsThis session combines art, music, storytelling, visualization, wisdom and the power of epiphany to reach and connect with youth. It is designed to deepen self awareness and arm young persons with the wisdom and perspective needed to break free from past hurts, overcome obstacles and be successful in life.

11:30 am – 1:15 pmCentral Hall

Kick-off Luncheon Co-sponsored by Southwest and UPSKEYNOTE SPEAKEr:

Marisa Rivera-Albert, President, MPowerment Works

ABBREVIATIONS & TOPIC SESSIONS

ELP Executive Leadership Program ExL/M Executive Leadership Management HW Health & Wellness

LLL Latinas Learning to Lead PD Professional Development PF/B Personal Finance/Business

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1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Concurrent Sessions PanelHibiscus A & B

Latinas on Corporate Boards and C-Suites: Why It Matters While Latinas have made great strides in management positions in corporate America, they are still tremendously underrepresented in Boards and C-Suites. While women in general hold about 15% of Fortune 500 Board seats, only 1% of these seats are held by Latinas, and less than 10% of Fortune 500 companies have Latinas on their Boards. Board appointments tend to go to CEO/COO types, yet we have very few Latinas serving in these positions and most of them are already on corporate Boards. This session provides an overview of the challenges, opportunities and pipeline issues around getting more Latinas in top leadership positions in corporate America. hear from top Latina executives what it takes to get on a corporate Board and/or make it to the C-Suite. This session is presented in partnership with hACr.MODErATOr:

Robert Bard, President & CEO, LATINA Style Magazine

PANELISTS:

Monika Mantilla, President & CEO, Altura CapitalMaria Sastre, President & CEO, Maria Sastre & Associates (Invited)Ana Valdez, Executive Director, hACr

ExL/M Brickell South

Taking Personal Accountability: A Core Value of LeadershipPersonal accountability is key to success in our personal and professional lives. It is easy to point the finger at others, but often we fail to recognize that we are responsible for our situation. When we start asking better questions of ourselves and stop blaming others amazing things happen. Learn tangible, effective tools to create greater individual and organizational accountability for achieving results.PrESENTErS:

Linda Valdez Thompson (ELP ‘08), Executive VP of Administration and Diversity, Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) International AirportCris Zertuche Wong, Director of Communications, Archon Group, LP

PDBrickell North

How to Make Your Idea StickGetting our ideas across and making them “stick” is a must when selling our product and services, asking for funds to finance our work, or getting others to mobilize into action. In this interactive workshop you will learn the process of structuring an understandable, interesting, believable and motivational message to become a successful communicate. PrESENTEr:

Conchy Bretos (ELP ‘89), CEO, MIA Consulting Group

PF/BOrchid C & D

What You Need to Know When Starting a BusinessStarting a business involves making key fundamental decisions and completing a series of legal steps. Designed for individuals interested in starting a business, this workshop will focus on the steps to setting up a business and the financial legal requirements. PrESENTEr:

Maria C. Mari, CPA, CMA (ELP ‘02), Professor, School of Business, Miami Dade College

Thursday, November 4, 2010 (continued)




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1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Concurrent Sessions (continued)h&W Tuttle Center

Beyond the Search for Life Work Balance: Having the (guilt-free) Life You WantWe have moved beyond “multi-tasking” to “multiplied-tasking.” We are expected to be all things to all people. We often feel we don’t have enough time to do what we want, but we are not clear about what that is — so we are pulled into what others want for us. Join us for a unique journey where you will explore the life you really want, and learn how to let go of the rest!PrESENTEr:

Nanci Luna Jimenez (ELP ‘06), President, Luna Jiménez Seminars & Associates

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Connecting Community in Your FutureThis workshop will inspire and challenge participants to incorporate community into their work and personal lives. Participants will discover what they are best at, the absolute natural talent they hold, and how to bring that back to their community. PrESENTErS:

Lucy Valenzuela (LLL ‘09), Program Staff Support and Bonner Leader, University of New Mexico Service CorpByrant Gomez, Staff Member, New Mexico Civic Engagement Partnership, University of New Mexico Service Corp

2:15 pm – 3:45 pmSouth Hall

Projecting an Image “In Sync” With Your Leadership Brand Interactive session with renowned fashion expert Martin Llorens, author of Descubre Tu Estilo: Tu Guía Para Vestir Mejor, radio and TV host, who will demonstrate how to dress for success and project a winning professional image.

3:30 pm – 5:00 pm Concurrent Sessions Panel Hibiscus A & B

Latinas Leading GloballyLatinas are playing key roles in the global stage — from leading countries (Bachelet, Krichner, Chinchilla) to leading multinational businesses and economic ventures to playing key roles in the international relations arena — Latinas are breaking barriers and leading change. A panel of Latina leaders discusses how Latinas are building bridges internationally, the challenges they face, and the opportunities ahead for increasing Latina prominence in the world stage.MODErATOr:

Maria Elena Toraño, NhLI Co-Founder and Chair Emeritus, Former Presidential Appointee to the U.S. Commission on Public Diplomacy PANELISTS:

Mirta “Mikki” Canton, President & CEO, AsiaAmericana International LLCJennifer Halberstein Enslein, Community Activist & Philanthropist, Board of Directors American Jewish Committee (AJC)Diane Sanchez, Outgoing President & CEO, Telefónica USA




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3:30 pm – 5:00 pm Concurrent Sessions (continued)ExL/MBrickell South

Leadership and Change: Decision-Making in a Changing Work EnvironmentLearn to adjust your decision-making style in a changing work environment to provide opportunities for innovative and creative solutions. This interactive and hands-on workshop will provide real-world case studies to help you diagnose and assess the context of different work situations and how to react to them. PrESENTEr:

Dr. Madeleine F. Wallace (ELP ‘09)

PDOrchid C & D

Executive Presentations: Proven Professional Techniques that WorkLearn how to develop professional presentations with concrete techniques that will take you to the next level. The session will offer tips on how to address stage fright, engage your audience using humor, craft engaging openings and memorable closings, delivery techniques, and more.PrESENTErS:

Dr. Sandra Rivera (ELP ‘01), Assistant Director, Office of Economics, U.S. International Trade Commission Laura Rodriguez, Industry Analyst, Office of Industries, U.S. International Trade Commission

PF/BBrickell Center

Latina Entrepreneurs have you thought of starting over, having a career makeover, turning a passion or a hobby into a new career? Maybe starting a business is the answer. Latinas are starting businesses at six times the national average and are the fastest group of small business owners in the country. A panel of Latinas who have made significant career changes discuss how they “reinvented” themselves as small business owners, the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, and what it takes to create and grow a thriving business.MODErATOr:

Gloria Contreras Edin (ELP ‘10), The Law Office of Gloria Contreras EdinPANELISTS:

Gina Linn Espinoza (ELP ‘08), President, What Makes You Smile.comElsa Vega Perez (ELP ‘91) Executive Manager, Sotarico Productions, LLCAni Victoriano, Manager, Financial Services Prudential Financial




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3:30 pm – 5:00 pm Concurrent Sessions (continued)h&WTuttle North

Presenting the Case for a Latina Health Care Information NetworkSponsored by Pfizer, Inc.

Latinas are key decision-makers, caregivers and role models in our families — making vital health care consumer decisions, and modeling healthy habits and lifestyles. Latinas need accurate and timely health care information to help them make appropriate decisions — whether it’s information that helps families benefit from the recently passed health care reform legislation or disease prevention education that results in healthier families. hispanics — as the population with highest rate of uninsured — gained much with health care reform. however, we lack information about the rights we have gained as consumers, and the resources available to better our health and take care of our loved ones. This session will look at what health care reform has meant for hispanics and where the gaps still are, as well as the resources available to help our families and communities manage health care needs and practice effective prevention and the information gaps that still exist.PANELISTS:

Melissa Bishop-Murphy, Senior Director of National Government relations and Multicultural Affairs, Pfizer, Inc.Elena Alvarado (ELP ‘91), President, National Latina health NetworkMaribel Quiala, LCSW (ELP ‘09), Clinical Director, Children’s home Society Southeastern Division

6:30 pm – 8:30 pmRiverwalk

Welcome ReceptionSponsored by DIAGEO and Goya




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Friday, November 5, 20107:30 am – 12:00 noonCentral Hall Pre-function

Registration

7:00 am – 8:00 am Riverwalk

Morning Workout Run/Walk Sponsored by Merck

7:00 am – 8:00 am Brickell South

Yoga Learn basic techniques to incorporate into your fitness routine and lifestyle.PrESENTEr:

Laura Rodriguez, Author of the upcoming book Yoga for the Non-Athlete

8:00 am – 10:00 amCentral Hall

Bright Stars of Tomorrow Breakfast highlighting Latinas under 30 and their accomplishments Sponsored by McDonaldsOPENING KEYNOTE:

Gina Rudan, President, Genuine Insights

rISING STArSGaby Pacheco, Immigration activist and student leaderMaria Isa Perez, hip-hop artist and social activist

CLOSING rEMArKS:

Anitere Flores, representative, District 114, Florida house of representatives

9:30 am – 4:00 pmNorth Hall Community Marketplace & Health Fair (Open to the public)

South Hall Career Fair (Open to the public)

9:30 am – 4:00 pmHibiscus A&B

Homeownership and Foreclosure Prevention Fair with Chase and Fannie Mae (Open to the public)

10:15 am – 12:15 pmJasmine

Surviving the Housing Crisis and Turning It Into Opportunity (Open to the public)

Presented by Chase and Fannie Mae

homeownership is the primary vehicle for wealth accumulation in the Latino community, yet Latinos have been among the hardest hit by the wave of housing foreclosures. It is estimated that 1.3 million Latino families will lose their homes to foreclosure between 2009 and 2012, and the foreclosure crisis, which is eating away at savings, corroding credit scores, and eroding financial security will result in the loss of as much as $98 billion in collective Latino household wealth. At the same time, the down housing market offers opportunity to realize the American dream of homeownership. Low interest rates coupled with an abundance of housing stock in many communities make this a buyer’s market, yet underwriting guidelines for real estate have tightened making it increasingly difficult to qualify for an affordable competitive mortgage/loan product. This session will provide information and resources to help “buyers” take advantage of the opportunities this down market offers and realize their dream of home ownership or as a property investor. It will also help families who are struggling to keep up their mortgage payments and retain their home learn about programs and resources to that can help them.




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Friday, November 5, 2010 (continued)

10:30 am – 12:00 pm Concurrent SessionsPanelMonroe

Latinas in the Media Sponsored by Univision

Latinas are making strides in Latino and Spanish-language media — they are celebrated anchors and hosts in front of the cameras and producing award-winning programs behind the cameras, they are becoming recognized bloggers, and heading important publications — yet their voice is still largely missing from mainstream media. A panel of Latina media figures explores Latina accomplishments in the media and the challenges to bringing their voice to mainstream media, as well as ways to change the status quo and the future of ethnic and mainstream media and the role Latinas can play.MODErATOr:

Maria Cardona, Principal at Dewey Square Group, CNN Political Commentator and NhLI Board memberPANELISTS:

Aminda “Mindy” Marques, Managing Editor, The Miami HeraldMarisa Treviño, President of TreviñoTodaMedia, LLC; Publisher of LatinaLista.net and columnist for USA TodayHelen Aguirre-Ferré, Editor, Diario Las Americas

ExL/M Brickell North

Building a Workplace Environment that Attracts, Retains and Maximizes Talent: Latinas Speak Out …. Is Corporate America Listening? NhLI and LCG Group have partnered to assist Latina executives, Fortune 500 companies, business, government, institutions and nonprofit entities to learn more about Latinas as Corporate Leaders. This session presents findings from a recent survey of NhLI and other Latina leaders, including factors that contribute to job satisfaction, the influence of Latino Employee resource Groups on career success, and workplace barriers to career advancement. Learn what companies can do to benefit from the rapid growing multicultural, highly educated and high performing Latina professionals, benefits and workplace programs that are most important to Latinas, and what Latinas can do to overcome challenges in the workplace.PrESENTErS:

Marlene Gonzalez, President, LCG GroupCristina Benitez, President/Founder, Lazos LatinosYolanda Londoño, VP, Global Social responsibility, Tupperware Brands CorporationMichaeline Perez Guzman, Vice President of Operations, McDonald’s USA

PD Brickell South

Brand Yourself: Personal Branding and Reputation Management Sponsored by Nielsen

Learn how to create a compelling personal brand by using traditional Pr and community relations strategies, and manage your personal brand through social media. PrESENTErS:

Aida Levitan, Ph.D., President, The Levitan GroupJorge Plasencia, President, república




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10:30 am – 12:00 pm Concurrent Sessions (continued)PF/BTuttle North

Building Wealth and Planning for a Financially Secure FutureSponsored by Prudential

The challenges brought about by the current economic crisis as well as the opportunities in the new economy make it imperative for Latinas to have solid financial tools that will help them make sound decisions and build wealth for their families. Whether you are in your 30s, 40s or 50s is never too early or too late for financial planning. Whether you are in your 30s paying off school loans, buying your first house or starting a family; in your 40s and 50s dealing with children’s college tuition, taking care of elderly parents, and thinking about your own retirement; this session will provide a roadmap for making sound financial decisions, building wealth and planning for a financially secure retirement.PrESENTEr:

Ana Maria Gonzalez Wood, CLU, ChFC Financial Planner Prudential Financial

h&WTuttle South

How Health & Wellness Programs Can Make a Difference to Your Business’ Bottom Line Employee well being is critical to organizations large and small. In the U.S., the average sick day costs a business about $349 in lost productivity, and with the cost of health care continuing to skyrocket, employee wellness is becoming increasingly important to organizations. It is not only about the direct costs associated with employee medical care (prescription drugs, doctor’s visits, hospital stays, and insurance premiums); employees with high physical wellbeing have more energy, get more done and boost the engagement of their colleagues and customers. Learn about how organizations are approaching wellness and containing health care costs through incentives and motivational program.PrESENTErS:

Lourdes Castillo (ELP ‘92), President, Migun health & WellnessAlison Kashuk, human resource Generalist/Special Events Coordinator, henderson Mental health CenterKirstie Settas-Jones, Director of Corporate Wellness, SEITLIN

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The Power to Transform Ourselves: Leadership Lessons and Best Practices That Bring Learning to LifePersonal rejuvenation and transformation are the focus of this session. Learn how to survive and thrive in positions of leadership by reconnecting learning to life through the lenses of self exploration and reflection. Explore best practices and personal lessons to increase your political savvy to navigate difficult situations.PrESENTEr:

Dr. Gloria Bonilla Santiago (ELP ‘88), Board of Governors Distinguished Professor, rutgers, State University of New Jersey




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12:30 pm – 2:30 pm Central Hall

Leadership Lunch Sponsored by State Farm Insurance Companies

SPECIAL rECOGNITIONMaria Elena Toraño, Co-Founder and Chair Emeritus, National hispana Leadership InstituteRaquel Cohen, M.D., retired Professor and Mental health Expert

ALUMNA OF ThE YEArCarmen Lomellin (ELP ‘89), U.S. Permanent representative to the Organization of American States

2:30 pm – 4:30 pmMonroe

Latina AuthorsLatina authors discuss their work during a panel presentation and it is followed by a book signing. MODErATOr:

Ana Acle-Menendez (ELP ‘05), JournalistAUThOrS:

Leila Cobo, Tell Me Something True Marisel Herrera-Anderson (ELP ‘05), Puerto Rican Goldilocks: A Lyrical Journey Through El Barrio Rosalee Montoya-Read (ELP ‘99), Grandpa’s Magic Tortilla Patricia San Pedro, Dish and Tell: Life, Love & Secrets

2:45 pm – 4:15 pm Concurrent Sessions Panel Tuttle North

Latina Leadership in South FloridaLatinas represent a significant population in South Florida yet they remain underrepresented in positions of leadership whether in the public or private sector. While the opportunity gap has been closing over the past decade, there are still many challenges to Latinas achieving success as professionals and public leaders. Learn from a panel of high-power Latina role models in business, politics, and nonprofits about the challenges they have overcome as they escalate leadership positions in the workplace and public life, and how they are breaking the “glass ceiling” and changing the face of South Florida.MODErATOr:

Isabel de Quesada, Executive Director, Mayor’s International Council

PANEL:

Amanda Gonzalez, Director of Marketing and Public relations for Baptist Outpatient Services, Baptist health South FloridaRaquel Regalado, Attorney and Elected Official/Miami Dade School BoardLourdes Castillo De la Peña, Florida Commission on the Status of Women




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ExL/MBrickell North

Plug Into the Power of Social MediaWith 21 million Latino internet users, online communications is no longer a trend of the past. To succeed in the information age individuals and organizations must be fluent in the possibilities made available through new media — blogs, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and other online resources — to help brand yourself/your organization, communicate effectively as a leader, build support for your cause and more. Through this interactive session of successful Latinas on social media, you will learn best practices to: jumpstart your nonprofit’s social presence, create a social media rOI strategy, discover what social media tools work best for you, use Twitter to garnish attention for your next campaign, conference or event, fundraise through social media, and more.PrESENTErS:

Marisa Treviño, President of TreviñoTodaMedia, LLC and Publisher of LatinaLista.net Elianne Ramos, Vice-Chair, Latinos in Social Media Aurelia Flores (ELP ‘10), Founder, PowerfulLatinas.com

PDBrickell Center

Making Conflict a Positive AssetConflict is inevitable, so learn how to manage it and turn it into a positive asset. This high-energy training will focus on the necessary skills you need for de-escalation of conflict, at work, home, or in the community.PrESENTEr:

Elizabeth Suárez (ELP ‘04), Facilitator, Mediator, Trainer, Coach, Strategist, ElizabethSuarez.com

PF/B Tuttle North

Reinventing Yourself: Your Career, Your LifeAre you considering a career change? Do you want to turn a passion or hobby into a new career? Are you nearing retirement but you feel you still have a lot to give and want to remain active? Move beyond the fear, uncertainty and excuses to stop dreaming and begin living. Learn how to identify strengths and skills that can help transition your career and life into one of fulfillment.PrESENTEr:

Bettina Rodriguez Aguilera (ELP ‘94), Economic Development Coordinator, City of Doral

h&WTuttle South

Making the Most of Little Time and Great Expectations: A Toolkit for the Latina Working Mom Sponsored by Scholastic

Working moms work hard to avoid being placed by their employers on the “mommy track” and to demonstrate that they can be both good mothers and effective professionals. Learn from professionals who juggle career demands with the joys of motherhood — how they maximize quality time at home, meet the demands of high-power careers, and lead fulfilling personal lives and contribute to their communities. The session will also present strategies to help you enjoy quality time with your children while advancing their learning and development from toddlers to high-schoolers, and maintain Spanish language skills and Latino culture.MODErATOr:

Becky Barrera, Director of hispanic Initiatives, ScholasticPANELISTS:

Belinda Gonzalez-Leon, Vice President, Education Management CorporationLidia Soto-Harmon (ELP ‘00), President, CEO, Girls Scout of the Nation’s CapitalWindy Lopez, Senior Manager Community Affairs, Scholastic


2:45 pm – 4:15 pm Concurrent Sessions (continued)


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Mentoring: Partnerships for Learning and Career AdvancementThis workshop will empower participants to take an active role in seeking good mentors for professional development and career advancement. Tips on mentoring will be shared and participants will gain in-depth understanding of what mentoring is really about, and how to integrate it into one’s life. PrESENTEr:

Marcella de la Torre (ELP ‘05), Manager, Performance Improvement, health Partners

4:00 pm North Hall

Community Marketplace and Exhibit Hall Close

6:00 pm South Hall

Art ReceptionFEATUrED ArTISTS:

Anyly Fraga-Pelaez and Yolanda Valdes7:00 pm – 9:00 pmCentral Hall

Dinner and Mujer Awards Presentation

LEGISLATIVE AWArD: Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (FL-18)

NATIONAL MUJEr AWArD: Janet Murguía, NCLR President and CEO

rEGIONAL MUJEr AWArD: Remedios Diaz-Oliver, President, All American Containers Inc.

ChAIr’S AWArD: Maria Elena Salinas, Journalist and News Anchor, Univision

9:00 pm – 12:00 midnightSouth Hall

Gala Dance

Saturday November 6, 20109:00 am – 10:30 amJasmine

Alumnae and Board of Directors Breakfast

11:00 am VIP Shopping Excursion to Bloomingdale’sMeet at hyatt lobby to depart at 11 am for Aventura Mall via bus transportation provided by Bloomingdale’s.

Enjoy a special fashion show and refreshments, preview designer jewelry, receive special gifts and discounts as a guest of Bloomingdale’s.

12:00 pm – 5:00 pmOrchid A & B

NHLI Board Meeting



Maria Elena Salinas Journalist and TV AnchorUnivision Network Anchor María Elena Salinas is the most recognized hispanic female journalist in the United States. Called by The New York Times, “the voice of hispanic America”, Salinas has informed millions of hispanics in the United States and 18 countries in Latin America for almost 3 decades. As co-anchor of the highly rated Noticiero Univision and the primetime news magazine Aqui y Ahora (here and Now), Salinas has handled some of the most challenging assignments in modern day journalism.

Salinas’ work has earned her several journalistic awards including three national and one regional Emmys. She was also part of the Univision news team that received the Edward r. Murrow Award for the network’s coverage of the Atlanta Olympic Park bombings. She has interviewed several U.S. pres-idents and has been face to face with dozens of Latin American heads of state, rebel leaders, and dictators. In 2007 Salinas made history co-hosting the first ever Democratic and republican presidential candidate Forums in Spanish on the Univision Network. For over two decades she has covered presidential elections and during the 2008 US presidential campaign she interviewed several of the leading presidential contenders including Senators hillary Clinton, John McCain and the current President, Barack Obama.

her influence reaches beyond television. She is a radio analyst on Latino issues and is one of few hispanic syndicated columnists in the United States, where her column is published in over 55 newspapers in both Spanish and English. In 2006, her memoir entitled I Am My Father’s Daughter: Living A Life Without Secrets was published, receiving critical acclaim and making the best seller lists for Spanish-language books on several occasions.

She is also the official spokesperson for “Ya es hora” (It’s Time), a national citizenship and civic engagement campaign, that received the coveted Peabody Award for helping motivate hispanics to participate in the American political dialogue. In 2000, Salinas launched a scholarship in her name to be awarded to a hispanic journalism student interested in pursuing a career in Spanish language media. She is one of the founding mem-bers of the National Association of hispanic Journalists and sits on the board of the hispanic Scholarship Fund and the International Women’s Media Foundation.

Salinas began her journalistic career as a reporter for KMEX-34 television in Los Angeles in 1981. her insight-ful reporting on the impact of daily news to increasingly growing hispanic community of Southern California quickly earned her the credibility that would lead to her assuming the anchor chair of Noticiero Univision in 1987.

Since then her brand of journalism has earned her dozens of awards and recognition from important groups such as the Mexican-American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials, The Congressional hispanic Caucus Institute and the National Organization for Women that honored her with the coveted Intrepid Award.

Salinas has been featured as one of the “Most Influential hispanics” in the United States in several publica-tions including Hispanic Magazine, People En Español and PODER, and was named one of the top 15 Most Influential hispanics among Latino voters in a poll conducted by hispanic Voter Trends.

Salinas was born in Los Angeles to Mexican immigrant parents, where she began her broadcasting career. She resides in Coral Gables, Florida, with her two daughters, Julia Alexandra and Gabriela María.

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