NSHP - National Society for Hispanic Professionals - Latin American Business

Microsoft Research in Latin America

Thu, 15 May 2008 12:08:04 -0400

On May 14, Microsoft Research kicked off its fourth annual Latin American Academic Summit, where the Panamanian President Martin Torrijos Espino welcomed nearly 300 academic, government and industry research leaders from 18 Latin American countries to the Ciudad del Saber (City of Knowledge) research park.

Economic Woes Hit Remittances

Wed, 07 May 2008 09:30:24 -0400

A survey just released by the Inter-American Development Bank found that the percentage of immigrants who report sending remittances to their country of origin has dropped to half in early 2008 compared with 73% two years ago, even though migrants continue to flock to the U.S.

In addition, the Central Bank of Mexico reported that remittances from the U.S. dropped 2.9% for the first three months of the year compared with the first quarter of 2007.

The findings by the Inter-American Development Bank marked the first decline in the number of immigrants sending money home since the institution began tracking them eight years ago.

Slowdown of Remittances to Mexico

Tue, 28 Aug 2007 09:10:23 -0400

A new national survey of Latino immigrants suggests that recently adopted state and local laws aimed at making life more difficult for illegal immigrants have slowed the growth in the flow of money sent to relatives in Mexico.

Experts who follow the money transfers, also known as familial remittances, have been confounded over why growth in the totals has leveled off in the first half of the year despite continued growth in the Mexican immigrant population.

Helping the Victims of the Earthquake in Peru

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 14:10:34 -0400

Noted as one of the worst natural disasters to hit Peru within the last 100 years, the earthquake that hit Wednesday night left 2,000 injured and over 500 fatalities. With a magnitude of approx. 8.0, this massive earthquake was centered in the ocean about 90 miles south of the country’s capital and was followed by nine aftershocks

In the midst of crumbled buildings and piles of debris, victims of the quake struggle to cope with the loss of homes and family members. As the health needs of victims continue to be a growing concern, the Peruvian government released clearance for Direct Relief’s humanitarian aid. In response to the disaster, Direct Relief International has been providing victims with medical and personal care.

Contextualizing Poverty and Inequality in the post-NAFTA years

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 18:17:35 -0400

This detailed work analyzes the progress obtained in diminishing poverty and inequality in Mexico during the post-NAFTA years ranging from 1994 to 2007 and how it pertains to the broad critical debate surrounding poverty-gap reduction in the context of regional and international economic integration and trade liberalization.

LISTA Partners with the Project Dream to Empower Latino Youth

Mon, 16 Apr 2007 10:21:55 -0400

Cabarete, Dominican Republic (April 10, 2007) – Members of the Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association (LISTA) are traveling to Costa Norte, Cabarete in the Dominican Republic from April 12-15, 2007 to spearhead a humanitarian mission that will not only enhance local school facilities but also technology into the local residents’ every day lives.

Are Latinos paying more for Windows Vista?

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 18:30:21 -0400

One of our readers sent us this email:

"While investigating how to change the default language of Microsoft's newest operating system, Windows Vista, it became quickly apparent that Hispanics pay more. Six calls to various Microsoft support personnel confirmed that it is impossible for any version of Vista, except Business and Ultimate, to toggle the interface from English to Spanish. Business and Ultimate are the more expensive versions of Vista. While not Hispanic, it struck me as unreasonable and something that needed correction."

Sending Money Home

Thu, 19 Oct 2006 11:33:15 -0400

New research findings released on October 18, 2006 by the Inter-American Development Bank estimate that 12.6 million immigrants are sending money home on a regular basis. Around $45 billion in remittances will be transferred this year from the United States to Latin America. Even though this represents a $15 billion increase from the 2004 figures and it constitutes a tremendous source of income for Latin American countries,

Calderón declared winner, but opponent may demand a recount

Thu, 06 Jul 2006 21:55:06 -0400

MEXICO CITY, July 6 — An official tally of votes today showed that the conservative candidate, Felipe Calderón, had won a narrow victory in Mexico's presidential election. But his leftist opponent said he would demand a recount in court, and called for his supporters to demonstrate on Saturday.

Lopez Obrador immediately denounced irregularities in the vote count and said he would launch a "peaceful and legal" effort to overturn Calderon's victory before Mexico's Federal Electoral Tribunal — and in the court of public opinion.

His decision not to concede defeat was a sign that Mexico is still far from having a new president. It also meant that the next move belongs to a special tribunal set up to handle electoral disputes, a court that has never before been ask to make such a momentous ruling.

Top 2 Declare Victory in Mexico

Mon, 03 Jul 2006 14:29:27 -0400

MEXICO CITY, July 2 — Both leading candidates claim victory, but officials say they won't sort things out until Wednesday.

Election officials declared Sunday that they could not immediately determine a winner in the tightest presidential race in the country's history. Minutes later, the two front runners each declared victory, setting in motion an electoral crisis.

New Low Cost Airline for Mexico - U.S. Travel

Mon, 07 Feb 2005 01:14:55 -0500

MEXUS Airlines, Inc., Announces Online Survey To Identify What Travelers Want From A New Low-Fare Airline Flying Exclusively Between Mexico And The U.S. Company seeks 250,000 respondents this month to bilingual survey at www.FlyMexus.com

MEXUS Airlines, Inc., owner of the nation's newest low-fare airline concept, has launched www.FlyMexus.com to collect opinions and travel suggestions from the more than 15 million people who travel between Mexico and the United States each year. Respondents' input will help shape a new option in convenient low-fare air travel between the U.S. and Mexico - welcomed news to cost-conscious families and business travelers alike.

Latin American Art with a Twist

Mon, 03 Jan 2005 14:38:11 -0500

Imagine: You just found the perfect bit of bling-bling for your impossible-to-please teen daughter, AND you gave direct support to the family of a hard-working artisan in a developing country. In a perfect world? Nope. Right here.

Mi Arte Es Su Arte, a direct importer of fine handcrafts and artwork from the rich and diverse cultures of Latin America, announces its grand opening in September, 2004 at 109 4th Street in Historical Railroad Square, Santa Rosa, CA.

The 1st Latinos in the Sports Industry Summit.

Fri, 01 Oct 2004 15:00:11 -0400

Greetings everyone. I am posting a weblink for the upcoming Latinos in the Sports Industry Summit which will take place Nov. 3-4th in the Dominican Republic. This is an opportunity to network with the who's who in the sports industry, learn about issues facing Latino in the sports industry both on and off the playing field and to enjoy the splendor of the Dominican Republic. Please visit www.lsifoundation.com for details and registration.

How much does it cost for Latino immigrants to send money back home? -Part II-

Mon, 28 Jun 2004 14:58:05 -0400

I read your article about "How much does it cost...?" and wanted to give you my input of how I solved this situation. The answer is spelled A-T-M. You can use an ATM card anywhere in the world, and the local bank will give you the money in local currency, and you will pay at the LOWEST exchange rate at our end.

Unfortunately there is always an exchange cost, but turns out to be pennies on the dollar compared to the cost of sending a wire transfer, Western Union, or any kind of money service into our countries.

How much does it cost for Latino immigrants to send money back home?

Wed, 16 Jun 2004 15:06:48 -0400

WASHINGTON, D.C., June 7— The Pew Hispanic Center released a detailed evaluation of how much it costs for immigrants to send money back home to their families in Latin America. The study revealed that although the cost of transferring money has dropped since the late 1990s, the rate of decline has slowed markedly in the past three years.