Dallas, Texas – October 26, 2006 – The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) announced the development of a new research division during its 17th annual conference in Cincinnati, OH. Currently known as the premier Hispanic business association, the creation of this new research division will lead NSHMBA into a future as the premier source of research on Hispanics in the workplace and in higher education.

Chosen to drive NSHMBA’s new division is Dr. Donna Maria Blancero. Dr. Blancero holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Relations from Cornell University and is the former Chair of the Board of Directors for the National Society of Hispanic MBAs. Dr. Blancero is also a Fellow of the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. She is nationally recognized for her expertise in Latinos in Corporate America, as well as for her work in talent acquisition and retention, mentoring, developmental networks, work/family balance, gender differences, discrimination, fair treatment and psychological contracts.

With her specific experience, Dr. Blancero will develop the National Society of Hispanic MBA’s new research division as a value added service to current and future NSHMBA stakeholders. These include organization members, leaders, corporate sponsors, universities, as well as academic researchers and the community at large. According to NSHMBA CEO Lourdes Hassler and Chairman Manuel Fernandez, NSHMBA’s new division will use its research to create relevant educational programming for students and professionals, as well as statistical data for use by individuals, academia and corporate America.

The Business Journal of Hispanic Research, to be launched by NSHMBA’s new division in 2007, will include content from both academics and business practitioners with the goal of relaying both cutting-edge business theory and business best practices. Serving as publisher for the journal is Lourdes M. Hassler, NSHMBA CEO. Associate editors for the journal include Dr. Dianna L. Stone, Professor at the University of Texas, San Antonio; Dr. Miguel A. Quinones, Professor at Southern Methodist University; and Dr. Robert G. DelCampo, Assistant Professor at the University of New Mexico.

FROM THE OFFICE OF GOVERNOR BOB TAFT
OCTOBER 26-28, 2006



I am pleased and honored to extend my warmest greetings to the officers, members and friends of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs, on the occasion of your 17th Annual Conference & Career Expo being held at the Cincinnati Cinergy Center on October 26-28, 2006.

Ohio takes pride in its ethnic communities and we appreciate the ways in which Hispanic and Latino Americans add to the diversity of our state. This office recognizes the importance of the rich cultural heritage that is passed along to future generations through the many Hispanic and Latino American professional, cultural, religious and social organizations. Your dedication to the values of family, hard work and education continues to add to the strength of Ohio.

The National Society of Hispanic MB As can be proud of the services it has provided over its 18-year history. Many people are being helped as you fulfill the Society's stated purpose of fostering Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development.

I would also like to salute all of the officers and members of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs for your efforts toward the success of this annual event, for preserving the Hispanic and Latino culture and heritage, and for contributing to the multicultural diversity of the State of Ohio.

As you meet to focus on networking, professional development and career opportunities, I would like to extend my best wishes for an enjoyable and successful conference.

Bob Taft Governor
On this 26th day of October, 2006;

Hot Havana Nights @ HAVANA MARTINI CLUB!!!!



MidwestLatino had another hot night with its weekly "Havana Night" @ Havana Martini Club!

And now, with all the NSHMBA members participating at the National Conference, it was even hotter than ever!!!!

To celebrate the 17th NSHMBA National Conference, we'll have another Latin Party @ Havana tonight, Thursday, Oct. 26th! Stop by and enjoy the hottest Latin sounds in the hottest club in town!!!



More pictures are in the Cincinnati section of our Photo Gallery (click here)

Thursday, October 26, 2006, 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Cash bar, live band and food @ the Freedom Center
Come to the Freedom Center Happy Hour -— to dance or to enjoy the freedom of dancing!
RSVP TO KELLY: 513.333.7565 klinkugel@nurfc.org



• Live Salsa Band: Son del Caribe!
• Salsa lessons throughout the evening!
• Ballet Tech Ohio Performing Arts Association - The Conductors

Program: Doors Open at 5:30 p.m.
6:00 - 6:30 pm Ballet Tech Ohio Performance of "The Conductors"
6:30 - 7: 00 pm Son Del Caribe Salsa Band & Dancing
7:00 - 7:30 pm Ballet Tech Ohio Performance of "The Conductors"
7:30 - 8:00 pm Son Del Caribe Salsa Band & Dancing

$6 at the door (Freedom Center members are FREE!)

A program of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. For more info: click here...

Jennifer "The Bolivian" Salinas, a World Ranked Professional Boxer, was fighting on Friday, Oct. 20, 2006, in Detroit's Palace against Darnella Barnes and won. Her current result is 9 Wins (3 ko's) , 1 Loss. Once under the direction of Floyd Mayweather Sr. and Cassius Grene in Las Vegas, Nevada, Salinas now trains in Grand Rapids, Michigan while working as a Personal Trainer, Certified Massage Therapist, and a Fitness Instructor at Job Core Gym and Pro-Karate Martial Arts Fitness Center.



More pictures from the fight are in the Detroit section of our Photo Gallery (click here...)

‘Who’s Who in Corporate America and Academia’ here to woo sought after MBA grads and students

National Society of Hispanic MBAs brings more than 7,000 here for 17th Annual Conference and Career Expo

CINCINNATI – October 25, 2006 – Cincinnati USA’s world-class universities and a vibrant corporate community will be on display and among the nation’s top corporations and universities looking to tap top Hispanic talent here for the National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) 17th Annual Conference and Career Expo Cincinnati Oct. 26-28, 2006.

Providing the perfect mix to appeal to both attendees and exhibitors, Cincinnati USA has attracted record-breaking attendance for NSHMBA. More than 7,000 Hispanic MBAs and students, 250 companies, and 90 academic institutions will gather in Cincinnati USA at the newly expanded and renovated Duke Energy Center. Booked by the Cincinnati USA Convention & Visitors Bureau in April 2005, this event will bring more than 6,500 hotel room nights to the region. Previously held in Anaheim, California, Cincinnati was selected over Detroit for the 2006 convention.

“We are excited to welcome the National Society of Hispanic MBAs to Cincinnati USA,” said Dan Lincoln, president and CEO of the Cincinnati USA Convention & Visitors Bureau. “The attendee and exhibitor list of NSHMBA is a virtual Who’s Who in Corporate America and Academia – and we have them right here in Cincinnati USA. What a great way to showcase the region as a place to meet, play and stay.”

Strong support by the local chapter and community played a vital part in attracting NSHMBA to Cincinnati USA. "NSHMBA chose Cincinnati because it is vibrant and diverse with a growing Hispanic population," said Lourdes Hassler, NSHMBA national president and CEO. “The Cincinnati chapter of this group is relatively young -- established in 2003 — and no doubt will continue to grow stronger.”

The conference will offer professional development seminars, university marketing and finance case competitions, resume and interview clinics, and networking events. The Career Expo boasts sold out exhibit space and will take place in Exhibit Halls A and B from 9 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. – 6 p.m. on Friday, and 9 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday. All sessions and events are closed to the general public.

The local chapter of NSHMBA has rallied behind the conference and organized the region’s participating corporations and universities on the Career Expo Exhibit Hall floor to form CinciPlaza. CinciPlaza participants will be co-located at the conference to showcase Cincinnati USA, and will provide information to attendees about the local business and education environment, as well as various community, arts, and professional organizations to help attract and retain talent to the region. The Cincinnati Ben-Gals are expected to visit CinciPlaza on Saturday between 2-4 p.m. as a show of support. For more information about CinciPlaza, please visit www.CinciPlaza.com

To kick off the conference a press event will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, October 27 at the Duke Energy Center outside of Exhibit Hall B (5th Street concourse), followed by a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 9 a.m.

The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA), headquartered in Irving, Texas, was established in 1988 and serves 29 chapters and more than 6,200 members in the United States and Puerto Rico. It exists to foster Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development. NHSMBA works to prepare Hispanics for leadership positions throughout the United States, so that they can provide the cultural awareness and sensitivity vital in the management of the nation’s diverse workforce

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, NCCJ of
Greater Cincinnati , NAACP of West Chester/ Hamilton/ Fairfield/ Mason/ Lebanon, Miami University-Hamilton, LULAC (League of United Latin American Citizens) invite you to:

Confronting Myths and Building Consensus:
A Community Forum on Immigration

When: today, Wednesday, October 25, 2006, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Miami University-Hamilton, Wilks Conference Center
1601 University Blvd.,Hamilton, Ohio 45011
513.785.3000
http://www.ham.muohio.edu/

Why: To provide diverse perspectives about the current issues of Immigration/Immigration reform and to engage in an open community dialogue about immigrants in the U.S. and the Tri-State area.

For More Information, Contact:
Michael Griffin, 513-333-7506 or mgriffin@nurfc.org

Since terms of some of the members of the Ohio Commission on Hispanic/Latino Affairs were expiring, Ohio Governor Bob Taft appointed following people for the new terms:

Chris Rodriguez, from Whitehall, for a term ending October 7, 2008. Mr. Rodriguez is a City Council Member for the City of Whitehall.

Mr. Vestal Anthony Simms-Howell, from Cincinnati, for a term ending October 7, 2009. Mr. Simms-Howell is the senior member of the commission..

Mr. Michael Florez, from Cincinnati, for a term ending October 7, 2009. Mr. Florez is an Attorney at Law.

Mr. Humberto Gonzalez from Reynoldsburg, for a term ending October 7, 2009.

Also, at the recent meeting of the Commission on Hispanic/Latino Affairs held in Columbus on October 17, 2006, the members of the commission elected Commissioner Humberto Gonzalez, Chairman; Commissioner Richard Romero, Vice-Chairman and Commissioner Michael Florez, Secretary.

The commission shall gather and disseminate information and conduct hearings, conferences, investigations, and special studies on problems and programs concerning Spanish speaking people, secure appropriate recognition of the accomplishments and contributions of Spanish-speaking people to the state; stimulate public awareness of problems of Spanish-speaking people by conducting a program of puclic education; advise the Governor, General Assembly and state agencies of the nature, magnitude and priorities of the problems of Spanish-speaking persons.

Loretta Sanchez, a Hispanic congresswoman from California, will speak at the Wed fund raiser for Dr. Wulsin.

When: Wednesday, October 25th, 2006 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Residence of Greg & Michele Young
8525 Given Road, Cincinnati, OH

RSVP 513-233-4180 or rsvp@wulsinforcongress.com

The legendary Cuban trompet player, Arturo Sandoval performed on Sunday, Oct. 22nd, with UC's College-Conservatory of Music Jazz Faculty & Student Jazz Ensemble. It was a fantastic concert, with "Maestro" not only playing jazz classics, but also some of his own compositions. Few years ago some of us were lucky to see Arturo Sandoval performing with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, and this time it was as great as back then. While Mr. Sandoval is known mostly for his trompet playing, very few know that he is also a great piano and timbales player, easily moving from one to the other instrument.



More pictures are in Cincinnati section of our Picture Gallery (click here...)

Awesome night at COZY with DJ TaZ and Salsa & Company Latin Ensemble! Tens of people came to enjoy the music and dancing on Indianapolis' biggest Salsa dance floor!

Now EVERY SATURDAY downtown Indianapolis!! 9PM - 3 AM



More pictures are in the Photo Gallery of MidwestLatino Indianapolis (Click here...)

On Friday, Oct. 20th, Su Casa Hispanic Ministry hosted its 2006 Festival Awards Dinner - a recognition for the many volunteers who have helped in organizing the Su Casa Festival. Yanille Diaz was the the host of the ceremony, together with Father Bill Jansen.

The award recipients are: Kirby Alexander, Ernest Almanza, Rudy Alvarez, Pablo Arellanos, Michael Beck, Martha Bernal, Pedro Bernardo, Mario Carhuatanta, Digna Carhuatanta, Irma Comparan, Fernando Cruz, Pamela Dixon, Martha Duran, Charles Harris, Osmin Jimenez, Maria King, José L. Nava, Rigoberto Lucero, Amanda McAffe, Mark Mihal, Dan Molina, Jorge Perez, Nora Ramirez, Jorge Ramos, Jorge Ramos, Linda Robbins, Amy Shassere, Jeimy Silva, Henny Steinreide, Glen Unwin, Victor Velez, Antonio Zepeda.



More pictures are in Cincinnati section of our Picture Gallery (click here...)

We've been working with DJ TaZ, the #1 DJ in Indianapolis for the last couple of years, and decided that it would make sense to work closer together as MidwestLatino. So now you have it:

MidwestLatino Indianapolis

Vistit us at: www.midwestlatino.com/indy

We'll have tomorrow, Saturday, Oct. 21st, a great opening Party at COZY (20 N. Pennsylvania Ave.) with LIVE band "Salsa & Company Latin Ensambele", and of course, DJ TaZ

And we'll raffle out 10 tickets to Puerto Rican Power concert on Oct. 29th in Cincinnati.

Don't miss the #1 Latino Party in Indianapolis!!!

WHAT: Dust off that aluminum foil suit, over-sized foam rubber tortilla or burrito-shaped ball cap. That time-honored Halloween tradition we call Boo-rito is back.

WHEN: Tuesday, October 31st from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

WHERE: Any and all Chipotle Mexican Grill locations

HOW: Come in dressed like a Chipotle burrito, taco, bol or salad, and we’ll scare the living daylights out of you with a FREE BURRITO. This is no trick, just a little treat this Halloween for customers who show their spirit by dressing up in their best Chipotle garb.

Columbus, OH – October 17, 2006 – With a unanimous voice vote, the Ohio Commission on Hispanic/Latino Affairs passed a resolution against Ohio House Bill 654, the so-called “Illegal Alien Act” and its companion Ohio Senate Bill 368, while calling for a study about the “origin, nature, scope, and contributions of Ohio’s immigrant population.”

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