Third Annual Legislative Breakfast in New York City

New York, NY – April 26, 2004 - Hispanics in Information Technology and Telecommunications (HITTglobal) is pleased to announce its Third Annual Legislative Breakfast in New York City on May 7, 2004 at New York University's Kimmel Center for University Life, 60 Washington Square South, New York, NY in the Rosenthal Pavilion 10th Floor.

Top government officials and technology leaders will discuss public policy initiatives that affect our industry and our community, in particular, 4.5 million Latinos in the New York tri-state area. Also, we will have a discussion that will focus on the current state of Hispanics in Technology and our future on Outsourcing, Broadband and the Digital Divide.

George Hulse Vice President of Healthfirst, will serve as the Honorary Legislative Breakfast Chair. “ I am honored to be at the helm of this event to help position the issues that are important to HITTglobal, improving opportunities for Latinos in Technology. I look forward to driving the attention of our participants to focus on the needs of our Latino and Caribbean communities in current Information Technology markets.”

Last year, US Senator Charles Schumer (D-NY) addressed the breakfast by stating; “Organizations like HITTglobal are the future and the fabric of the Hispanic Community. He also commended HITT for being proactive and taking ownership of some of the issues that affect our community.”

Ronald Herbas, President of HITT New York, stated; “November 2, 2004 is going to change everything! – The Hispanic community needs to be informed on the real issues that will affect their lives whether they like it or not. Major decisions on Globalization, Technology and funding are going to be made from the top. The Legislative breakfast is a chance for Hispanics to speak their mind and let both Government and corporate America know that we mean business.”

“The issues that will be discussed at this event will affect all Latinos, we need to let our legislators understand that the Latino community is growing stronger and our needs must be addressed. However, we must first bring our issues of the community, job opportunities and healthcare, forward so they can understand what is important to us.” said Jose Marquez, National Executive Director/CEO of HITTglobal

Participants will have an opportunity to meet government leaders, which influence legislation, to express their views on national and state policies. Also, they will have the opportunity to network with other business owners from around the New York tri-state area, participate on one-on one meetings with decision makers from corporations who are proactive and interested in doing business with Hispanic Technology companies, professional and entrepreneurs.

Invited guest are Felipe Luciano, Emmy Award Winning Correspondent, Xavier Becerra, Congressman Elliot Spitzer, State Attorney General, Gale Brewer, Councilwoman, Efrain Gonzalez, Senator, Felix Ortiz , Assemblymen , Jonathan S. Adelstein FCC Commissioner, Gino Mancini, Deputy Commissioner, Department of Information, Technology and Telecommunications, Ron Dunleavy, Public Service Commission, William Flynn , Public Service Commission, Magda Yrizarry, Vice President, Verizon, and Michael Morrissey, Vice President, Law & Government Affairs AT&T.

For More Information on this event please contact: Euralis Lopez at elopez@hittglobal.org or call 917-742-1013.

Seating is limited, Click Here to register today.

Sponsorship opportunities are available, please call: Ronald Herbas at 917-676-4767 or email rherbas@hittglobal.org for more information.

HITT's Third Annual Legislative Breakfast is sponsored by ACP Consulting, AT&T, Healthfirst, and Verizon.

About HITTglobal

HITT is the premier organization for Hispanic Americans in the Information Technology (IT) and telecommunications industry. For over 4 years, HITT has been a global, member focused organization that positions its members at the forefront of the IT industry. HITT remains committed to delivering IT and telecommunications excellence to our members, strategic partners, and community. HITT has 2,000 members, 30,000 affiliates and over 7 chapters in cities across the country.

Jose Marquez
National Executive Director
CEO/Co-founder
www.HITTglobal.org