NSHP newsletter

NSHP Membership Discounts for a Limited Time Only
In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, from now until October 15th selected NSHP memberships will be available at considerable discounts of 40 to 50 percent off. If you've been thinking about joining NSHP as an official member, there's no better time to join!

NSHP is Looking for Local Leaders
Would you like to connect with other Hispanic professionals in your area? Why not start a local NSHP group in your city? It's as easy as finding 6 interested people and following 6 simple steps.

Is Your NSHP User Profile Up to Date?
If you haven't visited the NSHP Web site recently, please take a moment to log in and update your user information. Member profiles have been improved to help NSHP provide information based on your location and professional interests, giving you access to local news, advanced notice of exclusive events in your area, and much more. Update your Profile Now.

How You can Help the Victims of Katrina
Hurricane Katrina completely devastated a large part of the Gulf Coast in what could become the most destructive storm in U.S. history. Victims are in need of immediate medical care, food and water, and thousands will need temporary housing for months. You can help those affected by the storm by donating to one of the aid organizations found on this list.

PBS to Offer Special Programming for Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15 through October 15, PBS will air a variety of new and encore presentations that celebrate the diversity of the Latino community and explore its history and culture. Topics range from an educator who teaches Latin American children using Shakespeare to an exploration of New York's hip-hop culture.

Hispanic immigrants have economic impact on South Carolina
A University of South Carolina study shows Hispanic immigrants could add more than $2 billion to the state's economy. While that's a sliver of the dollars spent in the state every year, researchers and Hispanic advocates say it's significant enough for businesses and government to take notice.

Groups urge Hispanic youths to stay away from military enlistment
Anti-war activists in Los Angeles have launched a national campaign that claims military recruiters are unfairly targeting minorities at high schools. An organizer with Coalition Against Militarism in Our Schools says too many poor, Hispanic youths have died in the war in Iraq.

Controls Engineer - Oakland, California, United States
Preferred candidate will have 5 years of engineering applications work within a manufacturing operation with RSLogix, AB PLC 5, AB SLC 500 capability, and wonderware skills. Solid project management, root cause problem solving, training and facilitation skills are a must. Will develop procedures and training materials which must be focused and detailed to drive desired behavior and decision making. Financial analysis and control skills. This would include budgeting, cost/benefit analysis, and project justification. Financial re-projections within the framework of project timing and budgets will be required.

Assistant or Associate Professor - Pomona, California, United States
Full-Time, Tenure-Track, Academic-Year Faculty Position in the Aerospace Engineering Department at Cal Poly Pomona. The Aerospace Engineering Department invites applications at the assistant- or associate-professor level for a tenure-track faculty position beginning September 2006 to teach a broad range of courses in aerospace engineering with primary responsibilities in aircraft flight mechanics and aircraft design. A B.S. and a Ph.D. in aerospace engineering with industrial experience is required. A strong interest in curriculum, computer-based analysis/design and laboratory development in the undergraduate and M.S. programs, pursuing grants and supervising student research, and demonstrated ability to provide hands-on education in a multi-disciplinary system-based environment, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

Promotions Videographer/Producer, - Kansas City, Missouri, United States
The Promotions Videographer/Producer for KSHB TV, NBC Action News may be assigned to projects that include, but are not limited to: initial spot concept, scripting, hiring actors, scouting locations, acquiring props, lighting, sound design, rough edit and finish editing of projects. Shoot video elements for the station image spots, public service campaigns, sweeps promotions, and other station promotion as assigned. May back up Topical Producer when needed. Writes and edits topical promotion to its final form for news.

More Great Careers

XAS Consulting, LLC
Based in Miami, FL, XAS Consulting, LLC is a virtual assistance consulting firm offering professional office and nonprofit management services. By choosing this high-quality, affordable consulting solution, organizations and companies are able to improve efficiency in all areas of day-to-day operations, freeing them to focus on core business goals and functions. Xiomara A. Sosa, President of XAS and Master Virtual Assistant (MVA), has worked in the nation's major business and political centers: New York, NY, Washington, DC and Miami, FL. Drawing from over 20 years of experience in the private, non-profit and public sectors, she provides her proven administrative and creative skills to businesses and individuals anywhere in the world on an as-needed basis.

For more information, call (786) 200-0338 or email xsosa@xasconsulting.com.

20th National Hispanic Women's Conference
September 15 - 16, 2005, Phoenix, Arizona
Latinas: Legacies in Leadership 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Registration Location: Hall D 7:00 - 8:00 AM Continental Breakfast Location: Grand Ballroom South Patio 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Exhibit Hall/Career & Health Care Fair Location: Exhibit Hall D 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Silent Auction Location: Exhibit Hall D 8:30 AM Welcome Location: Grand Ballroom Plenary Sessions 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM Wealth Building Plenary: Investment Clubs Hispanic Association AZ, Phoenix Civic Plaza Convention Center, Phoenix, Arizona
More Information.

i2i Networking Event with Hispanic Professional Magazine
September 15, 2005, New York, NY
As an experienced professional, you understand the importance of networking to achieve your career goals. The question is - how can you connect with some of the most renowned and respected companies in corporate America as well as other professionals like yourself? The answer: i2i Networking, a powerful and innovative networking solution for today's diverse professionals.
More Information and Registration.

More Upcoming Events

Alfred Ramirez has been appointed as Interim Executive Director for the National Association of Hispanic Publications, Inc. (NAHP). During his tenure as Interim Executive Director, Mr. Ramirez will lead a national search for new NAHP leadership to increase membership, drive sales and implement key programs.
Francisco Lozano has been named Sales Development Director for ImpreMedia. In this newly created position, he will be responsible for driving national advertising revenue through major corporate projects. Until recently, Lozano was National Sales Manager for La Opinión, ImpreMedia's flagship newspaper and the largest Spanish language daily in the US.
Eduardo Diaz, former Director of Cultural Affairs for the city of San Antonio, Texas, has been chosen as the new director of the National Hispanic Cultural Center.

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The mission of the National Society for Hispanic Professionals (NSHP) is to empower Hispanic professionals with information and connections. Our vision is a well-informed and connected community that promotes Hispanic employment and advancement in Corporate America. NSHP is a Florida based private nonprofit organization. We're currently in the early organizational stage and looking for a handful of corporations to join us as Founding Sponsors. Interested parties, please write to us.