Latino Leaders articles from December 2008

Latino Leaders archives from December 2008

Publisher's letter.
December 1, 2008... We at Latino Leaders Celebrate Leadership. That has been part of our mission since we got started back in 1999. We understand the Latino Community as a growing, energizing and inspiring community that has generated its own leaders, whose...

What a year this was!(FROM MY DESK)
December 1, 2008... Surrounded by a sagging global and national economy, the collapse of the banking industry, and with the presidential elections lurking in the then near future, we started 2008 with our own set of challenges. Our industry, like many others,...

Dear editor.(AND FROM YOURS)(Letter to the editor)
December 1, 2008... On your website, you ask us to tell you how we think you are doing. My answer is: not as well as I wish you were. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The reason? Your unabashed support of John McCain. You try to wash your hands clean by...

The future of wine.(LL WINE ZONE)
December 1, 2008... Recently, I found myself thinking about the future of Latinos in this country, and of course--I can't help myself--this turned my mind to the future of wine and the role that Latinos will play in it. The best way to make a prediction is to...

Year-end reflections on leadership: now more than ever: now more than ever, America needs Latino leaders who are strong in their values of faith, family, friends, culture, country, and community. Since Latino Leaders is about people, I began reflecting on this year in terms of some of the people with whom I had the privilege of spending time.(REFLECTIONS ON LEADERSHIP)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Writing this column, co-editing the Board Issue, and helping with the Summit provided wonderful opportunities to spend time with Jorge Ferraez and Wendy Pedrero. Jorge, the Publisher, is a self-made renaissance man,...

Seasons's Greetings, dear readers!(The Buzz Dec 08)
December 1, 2008... Once again, it's the season of giving, so let's give a hand to Latino newsmakers. [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] In light of the recent presidential election, it seems that politics is the place to start. Did you know that according to the...

A day to remember: the 2008 Latino Leaders Summits: on October 30, 2008, Latino Leaders Magazine hosted its fourth annual Latino Leaders Summit, a National event that for four years has successfully gathered the top Latino Leaders of the country for a day to discuss and promote further leadership among the Latino community in the U.S.(LL SUMMIT 2008)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This year, the event was preceded by an exclusive wine tasting, held the previous night at the Nasher Sculpture Center in Dallas, Texas. The event featured some of the top Latino winemakers in Napa Valley, including...

And a night to not forget: the 2008 Latino Leaders Maestro Awards Gala: Dallas, Texas--on October 30, 2008, Latino Leaders Magazine also hosted its second annual Maestro Awards Gala, an upscale awards dinner that is dedicated to recognizing the achievements of four outstanding Latinos in various areas of the community.(LL SUMMIT 2008)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Held for the second consecutive year at the exclusive Belo Mansion in Downtown Dallas, Texas, the dinner kicked-off with an open bar for the attendees, courtesy of Chivas Regal. Leaders of the local and national...

Dear readers.(SPOTLIGHT ON LEADERSHIP)
December 1, 2008... Dear readers: As we prepare to celebrate the holidays, we often reflect on the last year's accomplishments. It's also a time to welcome a new year and the new resolutions we want to embrace. It's time to look ahead and move forward. ...

Creating a voting conscience: Maria Teresa Petersen: executive director Voto Latino.(SPOTLIGHT ON LEADERSHIP)
December 1, 2008... Maria Teresa Petersen understands the politics of numbers. So much so, that when potential sponsors rejected her idea to implement technology to engage Latino voters, she continued her campaign to create such a tool. What drove her...

2008: a year to remember.(THE BEST OF 2008: THE YEAR IN REVIEW)(Cover story)
December 1, 2008... As the year comes to a close, there is no doubt in the mind of every American that 2008 will be remembered for a long time to come. This was a year of challenges, of hardships, of extended loss and uncertainty... and ultimately, for the...

The data collector: David Hayes-Bautista: director, Center for the Study of Latino Health and Culture at UCLA School of Medicine.(THE BEST OF 2008: FEBRUARY/MARCH)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] David Hayes-Bautista is perhaps one of the most prominent authorities in the field of Latino health. His studies have proved invaluable in the detection and treatment of a variety of diseases and conditions that...

The health believer: Sergio Aguilar-Gaxiola: director, Center for Reducing Health Disparities, UC Davis, California.(THE BEST OF 2008: FEBRUARY/MARCH)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Perhaps one of the most verbally humble leaders that we featured this year, Sergio spoke passionately about his commitment to help Latinos acquire quality health care, but not without first giving credit to his loved...

The woman chronicler: Teresa Rodriguez: journalist, author and co-host of Univision's "Aqui y Ahora".(THE BEST OF 2008: APRIL)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This year's women's edition was packed with stories of remarkable Latinas. Among them was Teresa Rodriguez, who at the time had just released a book chronicling the serial murders of hundreds of women in Juarez,...

The illustrious academian: Elsa Murano: president, Texas A&N University.(THE BEST OF 2008: APRIL)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Another remarkable story in the women's edition this year was that of Elsa Murano, a scientist and educator who after applying for the president's post at Texas A&M University at College Station got the job and made...

The daring banker: Maria Contreras-Sweet: president and chairwoman of the Board Promerica Bank.(THE BEST OF 2008: APRIL--THE WOMAN ISSUE)
December 1, 2008... Maria Contreras-Sweet's rags to riches story put Cinderella's to shame. From collecting bottles off the street for refunds as an immigrant, to opening her own full service bank in Los Angeles, the story of Contreras-Sweet resonated strongly...

The corporate philanthropist: Susan Gonzales: corporate senior director of Federal and External Affairs and vice president of the Comcast Foundation.(THE BEST OF 2008: APRIL--THE WOMEN ISSUE)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Susan Gonzales represents the epitome of philanthropy. When we spoke with her in March, she shared with us a strong family tradition for helping others, which also became the driving factor in her professional path...

The energy genius: David Hernandez: chairman and CEO Liberty Power.(THE BEST OF 2008: MAY/THE GREEN EDITION)
December 1, 2008... One of the consistent qualities that we've identified in leaders is their ability to recognize and pursue a great opportunity without hesitation. David, who initially started his career in the telecommunications industry, is as good an example...

The vigilant visionary: Roger Rivera: chairman, National Latino Coalition on Climate Change.(THE BEST OF 2008: MAY/THE GREEN EDITION)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A New York urbanite who had a life-transforming experience as a child, Roger is a committed environmentalist who is now heading not one, but two different organizations. During our conversation, Roger described...

The list: 101 top influential leaders.(THE BEST OF 2008: JUNE--101 THE LIST ISSUE)(Brief article)
December 1, 2008... Every year, we pull out all the stops and we send our researchers out to find the leaders who have made a noteworthy impact in the Latino community in the U.S. The Job is never easy, as it is always daunting to have to narrow down a list...

The great achiever: Michael Montelongo: senior VP for strategic marketing, Sodexo.(THE BEST OF 2008: JULY/AUGUST--THE BOARD ISSUE)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] We had the pleasure of meeting Michael during one of our trips to Washington this year, and his story captivated us because it is the quintessential example of what a true leader is. A self-made man with an...

The service advocate: Patricia Diaz Dennis: vice president and assistant general council, AT&T.(THE BEST OF 2008: JULY/AUGUST--THE BOARD ISSUE)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Patricia Dim Dennis graced the pages of our board edition because as a Latina, she's one of the few women who have successfully broken through the glass ceiling of corporate governance to become a member of some very...

The voice of experience: George Munoz: co-founder and principal, the Munoz Group.(THE BEST OF 2008: JULY/AUGUST--THE BOARD ISSUE)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] George is a true veteran of board service. As an expert, he has gained invaluable insight on what makes a successful leader in the boardroom, and when we spoke with him he was clear on what Latinos should do to...

The expert advisor: Victor Arias: senior client partner, Korn Ferry International.(THE BEST OF 2008: JULY/AUGUST--THE BOARD ISSUE)(Excerpt)(Brief article)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] An experienced professional in the search firm industry, Victor has been a strong voice for Latinos in corporate governance for many years. When we approached him about contributing to our first ever special edition...

The failed hope: John McCain: presidential candidate 2008, Republican Party.(THE BEST OF 2008: SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The achievement that is sitting down to chat with a presidential candidate in the middle of his campaign can be the stuff of legends. Their schedules, intensely packed with things to do, places to go, and people to...

The optimistic academian: Antonio Flores: president & CEO, Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities.(THE BEST OF 2008: SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] For Latinos, issues of education quality and access continue to be of concern. According to the Pew Hispanic Center, it became one of the top four issues determining who Latinos voted for in the presidential...

Portfolio: Hispanic Magazine editors.(THE BEST OF 2008: SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Our exclusive pictorial feature, the "Portfolio", is always a joy and a challenge for us to execute. Without the huge budgets that magazines like Vanity Fair usually have for similar sections, it is always tricky to...

The distinguished statesman: Jose Miguel Insulza: Secretary General Organization of American States.(THE BEST OF 2008: NOVEMBER)(Brief article)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] When he left the post of Minister of the Interior and Vice President of the Republic of Chile for the OAS in 2005, Jose Miguel Insulza had served as a government official for more than a decade, the longest...

The savvy money manger: Monika Mantilla: CEO and president, Altura Capital.(THE BEST OF 2008: NOVEMBER)(Brief article)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] We had the honor and pleasure to work together with Monika and her team while developing our special feature on emerging money managers. Her knowledge of the industry and its members, especially the Latinos, is...

The global executive: Eugenio Minvielle: president & CEO Nestle France, SAS.(THE BEST OF 2008: NOVEMBER)(Brief article)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Every now and then we find a leader who as a Latino makes an indelible mark in the ranks of global leadership. Such is the case of Eugenio Minvielle, a Mexican born business executive who rose through the ranks at...

Paying it forward or giving back: the ten top Latinos in philanthropy.(THE TOP 10 2008 Leaders in Philantropy)
December 1, 2008... It's all about making the world a little better than we found it. Diana Campoamor, president of Hispanics in Philanthropy, shares an anecdote from "Enrique's Journey," a non-fiction book about a Central American youth who makes the...

A new way of giving: Gil Llanas: director of Community Relations & Manager of the Foundation Northwestern Mutual Financial Network.(LEADERS IN PHILANTHROPY)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] There is no doubt that the Latino population is growing at a remarkable rate. According to a report by the Pew Hispanic Center, the number of U.S. Hispanics jumped 30 percent between 2000 and 2007, from approximately...

An inspiring giver: Richard Negrin: vice president and associate general counsel The Aramark Corporation.(LEADERS IN PHILANTHROPY)
December 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Whether as a public official and member of the Philadelphia Board of Ethics or as corporate counsel to a global food company, Richard Negrin's plate is certainly full. There are moments, however, when the...

Weathering the storm: Hector Vilchis: assistant vice president New York Life Insurance Company.(LEADER OF THE FUTURE)
December 1, 2008... These are very turbulent times for the financial markets. The government takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the acquisitions of Bear Stearns and Merrill Lynch, the bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers, the federal government's loan to AIG and the...

The best of the best in 2008.(LL CELLAR)(wines)
December 1, 2008... As with every end of the year, I try to remember what were the best, most memorable and outstanding wine experiences of the year, based on not only my own experiences, but also in the letters and e-mails that l receive through the year. ...

Our leaders said it.(LATINO LEADERS QUOTES)(Quotation)(Brief article)
December 1, 2008... "While my family had nowhere to turn, it is important far today's caregivers to recognize that they now have access to medical treatments, educational information and resources that can help. --Actor Hector Elizondo, on his recommendation...