NSHP - National Society for Hispanic Professionals - Hispanic/Diversity

NSHP Diversity Job Fair Coming to the Boston Area

Mon, 12 May 2008 09:30:23 -0400

On Wednesday, May 21, 2008, NSHP will host the Boston Bilingual Professional Career Fair at the Sheraton Boston Hotel from 10 am to 3 pm. With over 20 employers and exhibitors scheduled to attend, you won't want to miss out on this great opportunity to interview with top companies seeking diversity and bilingual candidates for hundreds of professional positions.

For more information or to pre-register for this event please go to: http://www.nshp.org/jobfair/event/3760.

New Research: Most Important Issues for Hispanics

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 14:42:05 -0500

Education is the No. 1 issue of importance for Hispanics across the nation,according to a study released today by FH Hispania. The study, "Confianza: Hispanic Trust Pulse," also found that teachers and schools are the leading source of information followed by different sources of media. For first generation Hispanics, education, child care, and crime and security are the leading issues of importance.However, second generation Hispanics are most concerned about access to healthcare along with education and crime and security.

Immigrants Assimmilating at a Faster Rate than Previous Generations

Tue, 13 May 2008 12:14:19 -0400

Immigrants of the past quarter-century have been assimilating in the United States at a notably faster rate than did previous generations, according to a study released May 13.

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.

Artist Gets Recognition for Her Artistic Journey

Thu, 01 May 2008 12:15:06 -0400

Artist and 2008 NSHP sponsor, Elizabeth Baez, has built her image and name through her paintings. Stepping into the scene eight years ago, Ms. Baez has made 2008 an important year in her artistic history. In December of 2007, Bank of America asked this painter to carry out a work that represented the Puerto Rican essence, which was delivered in a gala March 2008, in the Island of Enchantment, Puerto Rico.

U.S. Census: U.S. Hispanic Population Surpasses 45 Million

Thu, 01 May 2008 09:17:24 -0400

The U.S. Hispanic population increased 1.4 million to reach 45.5 million on July 1, 2007, or 15.1 percent of the estimated total U.S. population of 301.6 million. National and state estimates by race, Hispanic origin, sex and age released today by the U.S. Census Bureau also show that the Hispanic population exceeded 500,000 in 16 states.

Hispanics remained the largest minority group, with blacks (single race or multiracial) second at 40.7 million in 2007. The black population exceeded 500,000 in 20 states. Blacks were the largest minority group in 24 states, compared with 20 states in which Hispanics were the largest minority group.

H&R Block Targets Latinos with New Ad Campaign

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 10:12:39 -0400

H&R Block marketers recently tasked an ad agency to help their company target Spanish dominant Latinos with television, out of home and radio ads. By doing so the company hopes to position themselves among one of the largest minority groups in the country. The idea behind this new move was to establish the tax company as an expert and advocate for Spanish speaking Hispanic taxpayers. Although H&R Block has had Hispanic initiatives for the past 10 years, the market has become an increasing priority and focus in recent years.

NSHP Diversity Job Fair in NYC a Success!

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 12:52:01 -0400

On April 24th, NSHP hosted our first Job Fair of the year in NYC. The event was held at the Metropolitan Pavilion from 10 am to 3 pm and more than 1200 candidates were there. With over 30 employers and exhibitors attending, job seekers had the opportunity to interview with top companies seeking diversity and bilingual candidates for hundreds of professional positions.

Film Festival Selects Independent Documentary Film "The Motivator"

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 13:12:06 -0400

Redondo Beach, CA - April 8, 2008 --The Latino Speakers Bureau announced that the independent documentary film "The Motivator: The Business of Selling Hope", will premiere on April 24th at the Rincon International Film Festival in Rincon, Puerto Rico. For this film, Hispanic motivational speaker Victor Antonio G. and filmmaker Dan Perez teamed up for a "behind the scenes" look at the business of professional speaking and overcoming adversity.

Misguided Furor Over "Reconquista Ad”

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 13:45:00 -0400

By Raul Ramos y Sanchez

Dubbed the “Reconquista Ad” in nativist circles, an advertising campaign run only in Mexico by vodka maker Absolut has touched off a storm of outrage among far-right fringe groups in the United States. Under the headline “In an Absolut world,” the ad depicts a map of North America with the borders drawn much as they were before the Mexican-American War of 1840 when Mexico governed large tracts of territory now part of the USA. The idea behind the ad campaign is that an “Absolut world” is a perfect world.

Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA joins premier of "Under The Same Moon"

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:20:35 -0400

Ten volunteers and staff members of the Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA were guests of FOX Studios for the premier of the film “Under The Same Moon” (La Misma Luna). This story opens with a scene shot just a few blocks away from the East Los Angeles facility and is a story of families separated by life and the journey of a young boy across the border to reunite with his mother who is working in the U.S.

Executive Director, Ruben said, “Inviting families of the YMCA see “Under the Same Moon”, a movie that is culturally tied to our immigrant roots created a wonderful evening for our staff.”

Motivational Speaker, Daniel Gutierrez Launches Internet Talk Radio Show

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:55:10 -0400

VoiceAmericaTM Network announced last week that international business consultant and motivational speaker, Daniel Gutierrez has joined the roster of their renowned talk show hosts. Gutierrez’s radio show, “Right Here, Right Now!” debuted on the VoiceAmerica Business Channel on March 20, 2008.

The 13-week pilot will include interviews with community leaders, who can give listeners tools for them to set goals on a personal, professional or business level. Gutierrez will cover topics such as career development, leadership, powerful public speaking, how to get more business and the art of networking.

Over 730 Attend the NSHP Chicago Job Fair

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 09:19:58 -0400

Despite the snow and sleet, more than 730 candidates attended the NSHP Chicago Job Fair on March 27, making our second career fair event in Chicago a huge success. Candidates had the opportunity to meet with recruiters from top companies such as Blue Cross Blue Shield, Motorola, BP and Aetna, just to name a few. Up next: The Big Apple! NSHP is making its way down to New York City for the next job fair to be held on April 24, 2008. For more information go to: http://www.nshp.org/jobfair/event/3759.

Homeland Security proposes immigration crackdown using Social Security numbers

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 09:41:21 -0400

By Raul Ramos y Sanchez

If the Bush administration gets its way, employers across the United States will receive written orders from the Department of Homeland security to investigate all employees whose Social Security numbers indicate they may be undocumented workers. The employers will have 90 days to verify an employee’s legal status. Any business that does not fire an employee with a questionable social security number after that time faces stiff fines and penalties.

Hispanic Women and the World of Business

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 10:19:00 -0400

According to figures compiled by the Center for Women's Business Research, the number of businesses owned by Hispanic women in the United States increased by 64 percent and the income generated by those companies grew by more than 62 percent to $44.4 billion.

The National Latina Business Women Association, is an organization that helps to raise the business knowledge level of its members or of women who are planning to start their own business, the NLBWA offers two business training programs: Emerging Latina and Latin Financial.