5th annual ohio latino conference (agenda, workshops, keynote)

Conference Agenda 2013

RegistRation * BReakfast * exhiBits

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Workshops/session 1

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Workshops/session 2

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Lunch Workshops/session 3

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Musical presentationJosh Tilford & Ashley Wessel, Diamond Dance and Fitness

Muchas Gracias Awards Latino Leader Award keynote speaker presentation

•Keynote introduction by: Joseph L. Mas, Esq. •Keynote Address: Raul Ramos Y Sanchez

Q&A

Closing Remarks by Cristina Villacinda-farrCLoSing

Welcome by cristina Villacinda-Farr,

Welcome by co-Title sponsors •The City of Columbus • Columbus State Community College

Muchas gracias Award

remarks by: Dr. samuel Betances • Making sense of the 2012 Latino vote.

7:30am-8:30am

9:30am-9:45am

9:45am-10:45am

10:45am-11:00am

11:00am-12:00pm

12:00pm-12:30pm

12:30pm-1:30pm

1:30pm-1 :45pm

CLOSING(Ballroom )1:45pm-3:30pm

OPENING (Ballroom )8:30am-9:30am

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keynote speakeR

RaUL Ramos y sanChezAuthor of the Class H Trilogy

ameRiCa LiBRe, hoUse DiViDeDand panCho LanD

Cuban-born Raul Ramos y sanchez grew up in Miami’s cultural kaleidoscope before becoming a long-time resident of the U.S. Midwest. After a successful career in advertising that included founding an ad agency with offices in ohio and California, Ramos turned to more personally significant work. This began with developing a documentary for public television, Two Americas: The Legacy of our Hemisphere and also creating MyiimmigrationStory.com — an online forum for the U.S. immigrant community. Raul’s debut novel America Libre, the first installment of the Class H Trilogy, was published in 2009 by grand Central Publishing (formerly Warner Books) and created with the input of scholars from Latin America, Spain and the United States. House Divided, the sequel to America Libre was released January 2011. Pancho Land, the final installment of the Class H Trilogy was released november 2012. A multiple award winner, the author and his work have been featured on television, radio and print media across the U.S. and abroad. For more information, visit RaulRamos.com. author highlights:- Best novel Award Winner - international Latino Book Awards- Violet Crown Awards Fiction Finalist, Writers League of Texas- Books into Movies Award Winner - presented by Edward James olmos- USA Today Summer Reads author- LATinA Magazine “10 Hottest Summer Reads” author- named #1 among “2011 Top Ten Latino Authors” by LatinoStories.com- Listed among “Best Hispanic Writers of the 21st century” by ChaCha.com- Amazon Bestselling author

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ConfeRenCe tRaCks

Attract, Recruit and Retain Top

Latino Talent – The ARRT of

Workforce Planning for Latino

Talent.

By: LaToya smith

Cross-cultural Digital

Communication: innovative

and Culturally Sensitive use of

Digital technology.

By: natasha pongonis

Professional Speed

networking.

By: paul robinson

outreach &Retention

Top 10 Sales Competencies…

Building Your Career.

By: Tammy Zimmerman and

richard hunt

Why Volunteer: Volunteering

for Personal growth and

Development.

By: henry Guzman and

Beth Guzman Bowman

Liderando con inteligencia

Emocional, Social, Cultural y

Estrategias de Comunicación

(Spanish Session).

By: patricio plazolles

emanuel

professional Development

Shark Tank: Discussion with

Local Latino Business.

By: Ariana ulloa-olavarrieta

growing your Business in 2014

Part 1 (Panel Discussion).

By: Thomas stephen

growing your Business in 2014

Part 2. (Table Talk).

By: Thomas stephen

How to Recognize and Handle

Sexual Harassment in the

Workplace.

By: neal semel

Redefining Success.

By: Takeysha sheppard

cheney

Racing Against the Clock: How

You get it all Done and Maintain

Balance in Your Life.

By: Dr. patricia Larkins-hicks

A Smart guide for Latino

Leaders.

By: Dr. samuel Betances

The Dimensions of Cultural

Competence.

By: Tara narcross

Speaking Spanish is not Enough

to Become a Translator/

interpreter.

The good, the Bad and the Ugly.

By: Alvaro Decola

entrepreneurship /Business

mujeres (Women)

Culture Competence

room 409

room 407

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room 402

room 404

bAllroom & room 415

oUtReaCh & Retention tRaCk Room # 409

paUL t. RoBinson

9:45Am – 10:45 Pm

12:30Pm – 1:30Pm

11:00Am – 12:00Pm

Latoya m. smithFifth Third bank

Time Warner Cable

natasha pongonisSocial media Spanish

This session will discuss best practices on diversity recruitment

initiatives, good faith efforts, coaching and performance

development, on-boarding and community involvement. Fifth

Third Bank is a progressive organization that seeks to attract,

source, recruit, develop, and retain top diverse talent to the

organization. The bank focuses its efforts to have a diverse

workforce that represents the customers they serve.

Latoya m. smith is the Assistant Vice president and Talent

Acquisition Consultant Team Lead for Fifth Third Bank northeastern

ohio. She has the responsibility for attracting, acquiring, and

advancing top diverse talent into the bank. Additionally, she leads

a team of Talent Acquisition Consultants in Columbus, Cleveland,

Pittsburgh and Toledo.

Cross-cultural communication is defined as the process by which people from different backgrounds interact and communicate with one another. This presentation will focus on how to effectively create a message and choose the right forum to reach the target audience.

• Digital Hispanics: statistics and trends• Use of Social Media to reach your audience• Digital communications: promoting cultural sensitivity and diversity

natasha pongonis is the Co-Founder of Social Media Spanish and Director at DK Web Consulting. natasha is a social media and business communications expert with extensive international marketing experience. She has developed key content to engage diverse Hispanic audiences through her understanding of communication between cultures, traditions, and regional variations of Spanish. A native of Argentina, she has worked with companies in Europe, north and South America developing a strong sense of understanding companies’ needs and assuring brands’ relevant online presence.

The moderator will introduce vital tips that will enable attendees to effectively utilize

their networking skills and will engage the participants in a speed networking session.

Participants will interact on a one-on-one basis and explore new partnership

opportunities with employers, community leaders and/or Latino professionals. The

workshop offers a great opportunity to network with other professionals.

paUL t. RoBinson is Regional Vice President for Time Warner Cable Business

Services Midwest Market. He is responsible for developing and providing the overall

strategic direction of sales and operations, which provides voice, video, data,

wireless and Ethernet services to businesses in his 12 state foot print. Paul received

his B.A. degree in Political Science from Chapman University and earned his MBA

from the Marshall School of Business at University of Southern California.

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Attract, recruit, and retain Top Latino Talent – The ArrT of Workforce planning for Latino Talent.

cross-cultural Digital communication: innovative and culturally sensitive use of Digital Technology

professional speed networking

The moderator will introduce you to the top ten sales competencies that will help build your career. Do you feel that your abilities as a salesperson need to be improved? This workshop will provide the skills and knowledge required to successfully build your reputation, by leveraging your formal education and professional experiences. The workshop will help identify the need for product knowledge, as well as the essential tools required to target various demographics and potential career roles in small, medium or large markets.

tammy zimmeRman is a seasoned HR Professional with over 20 years of experience working within Retail, Manufacturing, Healthcare and Telecommunications industries. She is currently serving as Director, Talent Acquisition & Movement at Time Warner Cable. Tammy and her team specialize in Account Executive, Sales Leadership and Sales operations Hiring, playing an integral role in the achievement of unprecedented growth goals for the business. Tammy earned dual Bachelor of Science degrees from the Richard T Farmer School of Business at Miami University.

RiChaRD hUnt is a Manager/Sales Development for Time Warner Cable Business Class. Prior to coming to TWC Rich spent 26 years holding various Channel Sales positions from Sales Associate to Regional Manager for RoLM, iBM and Siemens. Rich earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Kent State University in Physics and Mathematics.

pRofessionaL DeVeLopment ROOM # 407


patRiCio pLazoLLes

9:45Am – 10:45 Pm

11:00Am – 12:00Pm

12:30Pm – 1:30Pm

ohio Wesleyan University

tammy zimmeRman henRy gUzmanRiChaRD hUnt Beth gUzman BoWmanTime Warner Cable HG & AssociatesTime Warner Cable ohio State University medical

Center

Este taller lo ayudará a entender por qué es importante desarrollar inteligencia emocional, social y cultural y como comprender mecanismos de relaciones inter-personales e intra-personales en un mundo tan dinámico y diverso como nos presenta la sociedad de hoy.

patRiCio pLazoLLes emanUeL is the Program officer, of The Woltemade Center for Economics, Business and Entrepreneurship at ohio Wesleyan University and Honorary Professor of the Universidad nacional de San Agustin de Arequipa, Peru. Patricio was born in Arequipa and grew up in a small city, Puerto San Juan de Marcona south of Lima.

Volunteering is a unique way to engage with your community and at the same time it provides an opportunity for growth. it provides an opportunity to network with other folks similarly situated or in other career fields, as well as improve the quality of life for others in your community. You will be presented with the opportunity to create contacts for obtaining employment and improving or adding special skills sets to your tool chest. This workshop will open your eyes and your imagination to new possibilities. henRy gUzman is a native of Villiaba, Puerto Rico, and was raised in Youngstown, ohio. He is a U.S. Army veteran, earning a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star for valor for his service in the Vietnam War. on February 12, 2007, governor Ted Strickland appointed Henry guzman to serve as director of the ohio Department of Public Safety (oDPS). guzman, now retired, heads up Hg & Associates, a government and Education Consulting group. He and his wife nydia are also Volunteer Disaster Team Members with the American Red Cross of greater Columbus, where guzman is a team leader.

Beth gUzman BoWman is currently the program manager in the Community Development department at The ohio State University Medical Center. She grew up in Youngstown, Columbus, and Cleveland where her strong Latina roots were instilled within her each and every day. A graduate of Bowling green State University with a Bachelors degree in Social Work, Ms Bowman received her Master’s of Science in Social Administration from The Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland.

Top 10 sales competencies . . . Building your career

Liderando con inteligencia emocional, social, cultural y estrategias de comunicación. (spAnish session)

Why Volunteer: Volunteering for personal Growth andDevelopment.

entRepReneURship/BUsiness Room # 402


thomas h. stephens

9:45Am – 10:45 Pm

12:30Pm – 1:30Pm

11:00Am – 12:00Pm

aRiana ULLoa-oLaVaRRietaohio SbDC latino Center

bebo Naturals

City of Columbus

thomas h. stephensCity of Columbus

Are you ready to launch your business and take it to the next level?

Latino Business institute Shark Tank will provide the ideal platform

to have your pitch reviewed by a local panel of entrepreneurs

and mentors. The Shark Tank – will be an excellent educational

and networking opportunity for all, regardless of whether you are

in the audience or on the main stage. The Winning pitch will be

awarded a complementary business package.

aRiana ULLoa-oLaVaRRieta is the Director and Certified

Business Advisor of the ohio SBDC Latino Center at Columbus

State Community College and owns her own successful small

business, Bebo naturals, organic baby food.

panel Discussion: growing your business will require a keen

understanding of the latest business strategies and insights.

Additionally, it is essential that you are aware of the changes

that could affect you in 2014. Do not miss out on this session’s

discussion of tips to help you achieve success going into 2014.

This panel discussion will include expert discussion of the

following: Small Business and Health Care Reform, Access to

Capital, Smart growth Strategies, Marketing/Social Media and

Responsible Contracting.

thomas stephens is the Assistant Director of the Mayor’s

Equal Business opportunity office. He is responsible for ensuring

compliance with the provision of Title 39 of the Columbus City

Code. Additionally, he develops and coordinates the outreach

programs, hosts the TV show “Access to Business opportunities”

monitors the utilization reporting requirements for the city and

provides technical assistance to small, minority and female

businesses seeking opportunities with the City of Columbus.

Round table Discussion: Experts from growing Your Business in 2014 will be available

to address your specific business concerns in a targeted roundtable format based

upon the areas of Small Business and Health Care Reform, Access to Capital, Smart

growth Strategies, Marketing/Social Media and Responsible Contracting.

thomas stephens is the Assistant Director of the Mayor’s Equal Business

opportunity office. He is responsible for ensuring compliance with the provision of

Title 39 of the Columbus City Code. Additionally, he develops and coordinates the

outreach programs, hosts the TV show “Access to Business opportunities” monitors

the utilization reporting requirements for the city and provides technical assistance

to small, minority and female businesses seeking opportunities with the City of

Columbus.

Growing Your Business in 2014 part 2 (Table Talk)

shark Tank – Discussion with Local Latino Businesses Growing Your Business in 2014 part 1 (panel Discussion)

mUjeRes (Women) tRaCk ROOM # 404


neaL semeL takeysha sheppaRD

9:45Am – 10:45 Pm11:00Am – 12:00Pm

12:30Pm – 1:30Pm

City of Columbus Community relations Commission

The Women’s book

DR. patRiCia LaRkins hiCksThe outcomes management

Sexual harassment is defined as intimidation, bullying or coercion of a sexual nature, or the unwelcome or inappropriate promise of rewards in exchange for sexual favors. This workshop will explore various types of sexual harassment and offer suggestions on how to handle it in the work setting. Sexual harassment violates Title Vii of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Under both state and federal law, harassment of an employee on the basis of any of the protected characteristics, i.e., race, sex, religion, etc., is an unlawful discriminatory employment practice because it interferes with the terms and conditions of employment. While less overt than in previous years, this form of discrimination continues in our communities and may effect diverse populations disparately.

neaL semeL is the Education Coordinator/Equal opportunity for the City of Columbus Community Relations Commission. For over 20 years, neal has worked with public and private sector groups educating them about Diversity, Cultural Awareness, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Workforce Development. neal is also a consultant and has worked extensively with groups around issues of Diversity, particularly with first responders and educators. Previously, neal has worked as a drummer, a chef and in child protection.

inspired by The Huffington Post’s new Third Metric initiative that

focuses on helping individuals redefine success beyond money

and power, this session will feature insights and advice from a

diverse group of leaders who have adopted this approach to their

careers and lives. They will discuss strategies for:

• Tying in exercise and good nutrition while on the go.

• Preventing burnout.

• Discerning when to say “yes” or “no.”

• Time management.

• giving back.

takeysha sheppaRD Cheney is the founder and CEo of The

Women’s Book, a multimedia company that connects women in

business to local resources to advance their businesses, careers,

communities and lifestyles.

Do you feel as if you never have enough time to do all the things you want to do? Do

you find yourself wondering where did the time go? Have you accomplished what

you wanted to or do you feel there is more still to do? This roundtable focuses on

discussing “why” maintaining work-life balance is not an option; identifying “what

matters,” and discovering “how to” prevent the clock from running out before you

accomplish your goals.

DR. patRiCia LaRkins hiCks Founder and President, The outcomes Management

group, Ltd. (oMg), has thirty years of experience in health care, organizational

development, education, and program evaluation. She has led successfully the

oMg organization over the past sixteen years working with a variety of clients in the

private and non-profit sectors.

how to recognize and handle sexual harassment in the Workplace

racing Against the clock- how Do You Get it All Done and Maintain Balance in Your Life?

Redefining Success

CULtURe CompetenCe BaLLRoom & Room # 415


DR. samUeL BetanCes DR. taRa L. naRCRoss

9:45Am – 10:45 Pmroom - bAllroom

12:30Pm – 1:30Pmroom - 415

11:00Am – 12:00Pmroom - 415

Souder, betances and Associates, Inc.

aLVaRo DeCoLaAttorney at law, llC

Columbus States Community College

The 60 minute presentation will be interactive, entertaining and

practical about the pitfalls to avoid and goals to be reached when

exercising leadership responsibilities as Hispanics in a changing

workplace and community.

DR. samUeL BetanCes is a blended heritage US citizen of

Puerto Rican descent. Dr. Betances worked for the US office

of Education. From there he taught Sociology for 25 years in at

northeastern illinois University in Chicago. Dr. Betances is a

diversity consultant who has worked and lectured as a consultant

throughout the USA, all the Territories and in many countries such

as Mexico, Venezuela, England, Korea and Japan.

What exactly is cultural competence and how can we manage

it when we live and work with multiple cultures every day? This

presentation will look at how to attain the basics of this important

and life-enriching skill for both business and social purposes.

DR. taRa L. naRCRoss is the supervisor of the Language institute

at Columbus State Community College. in that capacity, she

coordinates delivery of both general and customized non-credit

language courses to the community, service organizations, and

businesses. Language institute programming includes general

and contextual Basic English as a Second Language (ESL), as well

as basic Spanish, French and other languages.

How does one become a competent interpreter? it is a common misconception to think that if one is bilingual one can automatically become an interpreter or a translator. However, it is not that easy. interpreters have to provide accurate and complete interpretations. This is more than exchanging words from one language to another. interpreters (and translators) must have a strong command of the target and source languages and must understand the context of how culture, idioms and a person’s register affect the delivery or intent of the speaker. included in this presentation will be the distinction between interpreters and translators, definitions of common modes of interpretations, list of professional organizations, tools for research, types of interpreters and translators, employment opportunities and outlook as well as the need for continuing education.

aLVaRo DeCoLa is an attorney practicing immigration and Criminal Defense in the State of ohio. Alvaro is, also, a Spanish Language Court interpreter certified by the US Courts, the State of CA and the State of oH, with over 17 years of experience in different areas of the law.

speaking spanish is not enough to be an interpreter/Translator: The Good, the Bad and the ugly

A smart Guide for Latino Leaders The Dimensions of cultural competence.

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CenteR foR WoRkfoRCe DeVeLopmentColumbus state Community College Conference Center


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