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Hispanic Recruiter Review - February 2006

Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/09/2007 - 10:29pm.
Employment and Diversity
 
Portland intensifies recruiting of women, minorities
Officials in Portland, Maine are stepping up efforts to recruit diverse candidates after criticism that the city isn't doing enough to recruit women and minority job candidates for city job openings.

Diversity sought in health care field
According to the California Wellness Foundation, Latinos represent 32 percent of the state's population, though only 4 percent of the state's doctors and registered nurses are Latino. To help address this disparity, the Wellness Foundation has announced a $1 million grant intended to increase diversity in state healthcare providers.

Springfield, IL seeks minority recruiter
Mayor Tim Davlin announced the city is searching for a minority recruiter whose job will be to boost the number of non-whites and women in the police and fire departments. Applications for the newly created "Coordinator of African American, Female and Minority Recruitment" will be accepted through March 3.

Diversity at the top level often gets just lip service
Despite the fact that diversity creates teams that are often more efficient and innovative, the highest levels of corporate America remain overwhelmingly white and male, and the term diversity is more buzzword than business practice.

El Pomar helps minorities become community leaders
In Colorado Springs, El Pomar Foundation helps individuals who want to get involved in the community but might not know where to start. By sponsoring scholarships such as the Emerging Leaders Development Program, the group nurtures future minority leaders.
 
Hispanic Business & Latino Leaders
 
Univision considers sale of company, stock soars
Eager to enter the red-hot Hispanic sector of the media market, entertainment conglomerates such as News Corp., CBS Corp. and Walt Disney Co. are said to be possible contenders should Spanish-language broadcaster Univision Communications go on the auction block.

The Passion and Vision of Jorge Perez
He is on Forbes magazine's list of the richest Americans, TIME magazine ranked him as one of the 25 most influential Hispanics in the U.S. and Hispanic Business magazine listed his business, The Related Group of Florida, as the largest Hispanic-owned company in the country. Jorge Perez is a real estate mogul and a true Latino leader.

Executive Appointments

  • Emilio Gonzalez, Ph.D., was sworn in on January 4, 2006 as the Director of United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS), an Under Secretary position within the Department of Homeland Security.

  • Diego Ruiz, former Vice President & General Manager of Univision Television Group's television stations serving north California, has been appointed to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) as Deputy Chief, Strategic Planning and Policy Analysis.

  • Francisco Codina, has been named Group Vice President of North America Marketing, Sales and Service for Ford Motor Company.
 
Latin America News
 
Costa Rica election in dead heat
Nobel Peace Prize winner Oscar Arias, a former president, was tied with Otton Solis in a race that could decide the fate of the trade accord between the United States and Central America known as CAFTA. It could take more than a week before a winner is declared.

Brazil May Ask Venezuela to Pay Half of Proposed Gas Pipeline
Brazil's government may ask Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez to finance at least half of a proposed $20 billion Amazon gas pipeline to ensure he isn't tempted to raise prices or cut supplies, a Brazilian oil company executive said.

Colombia gunmen free MSF workers
Two staff members of the medical aid agency Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) detained by gunmen in Colombia have been freed, says the organization. The two workers were exploring ways of expanding the health services in the Norte de Santander province when they were detained.
 
Upcoming Events
 

The HireHispanic.com Web Site Challenge
Entry Deadline: March 15, 2006
Prizes: $1,000 First Place and $500 Second Place ($USD)
Think you have what it takes to create and market a world-class Web site related to the Hispanic niche? This competition is looking for the most creative content and marketing ideas from students and professionals around the world. Contestants will create a Web site concept for the domain HireHispanic.com, including a comprehensive marketing plan to launch the new site, increase brand awareness and develop traffic. Are you up to the challenge? More Contest Information and How to Enter.

Diversity Job Fairs
February 23, 2006 - Los Angeles, CA
February 23, 2006 - Tampa, FL
February 28, 2006 - Miami, FL
All professionals, Alumni and graduating seniors are invited and encouraged to attend. Professional dress required for free admission. Bring plenty of resumes and be prepared for an interview. More Information and Locations.

TECHEXPO Top Secret Hiring Events
February 28, 2006, Hilton Los Angeles Airport - Los Angeles, CA
Job fairs for professionals of all skill sets holding a current security clearance issued by the US Government or military.
More Information and Locations.
 
LatPro News and Articles
 
The Future of Employment-Based Immigration
The Senate is considering several important proposals in February that could have a significant impact on employment-based immigration to the United States. Attorney and LatPro legal expert Carl Shusterman discusses this and other current immigration issues.

LatPro Wins WEDDLE’s 2006 User’s Choice Award!
WEDDLE’s User’s Choice Awards recognize the 30 best employment sites that provide the best level of service and value to their visitors. We at LatPro are especially proud of this award because it was determined by you, the recruiters and job seekers who actually use our service. Thank you for your votes!

Who are LatPro's Candidates?
You can see for yourself with this demographic profile of our current candidates. Updated daily, this information includes top candidate job functions, industries, locations, educational attainment levels, and the total number of registered jobseekers.
 
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    - Steve J, National Recruiter, Mattress Firm, Inc.


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