Latino Leaders articles from June 2005

Latino Leaders archives from June 2005

Publisher's letter.(Latinos in Hollywood)
June 1, 2005... Our country is a mediatic society. The media has such an influence in the everyday lives of Americans that many decisions in our personal life are taken based on what we learn from them. As an industry, Hollywood is one of the most powerful and...

Editor's note.
June 1, 2005... The last time I wrote this column I shared with you my amazement at this year's minority-friendly turn of Hollywood s most coveted prize: The Oscars. I wrote about how, for the first time in the history of the much awaited ceremony, it seemed...

Dear editor.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2005... Congratulations on the quality of your magazine. Every article and section published in your last issue (APR/MAY) was excellent. Your article featuring the Chefs of Miami's upscale restaurants was fantastic. Here in Brazil, Romeo's Cafe is a...

Waiter, there's a tree in my wine.(A Winemaker's Journal)
June 1, 2005... You're at a wine reception and someone nearby takes a sip of Cabernet and stuffily declares the wine "over oaked." Others disagree, countering that they like the wine's oaky character, praising the flavors of toast and coconut. A skirmish of...

The wonders of Chilean wines.(LL CELLAR)
June 1, 2005... A group of friends recently invited me to participate in a Super Premium Chilean Wine tasting. I decided to bring with me a very enigmatic wine that my wife's sister brought me from a Gourmet shop in Santiago last year. I had never seen that...

Schramberg Blanc de Blancs. 2000.(For this Season, We Recommend ...)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Summer is coming... so how about a crisp, delicious bubbly Schramberg Blanc de Blancs. 2000 ($30), This California sparkling is even better than many French Champagnes. It has a pale yellowish color and it denotes green apples and toast....

2003 Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay.(For this Season, We Recommend ...)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... If the moment of grilling the tuna steaks has come, a 2003 Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay ($40) from Shafer is the call Crisp, full bodied and long with apricots, pineapple and mango flavors, Very well structured and crafted, a Chardonnay that...

St. Supery, Cabernet Sauvignon 2001, Napa Valley.(For this Season, We Recommend ...)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... An easy to drink Cabernet Sauvignon arrived to our tasting panel that made all of us enthusiastic about its personality: the St. Supery, Cabernet Sauvignon 2001, Napa Valley ($18). It has a very nice color with a clear up front red fruit...

Ceja Pinot Noir Sonema Carneros 2002.(For this Season, We Recommend ...)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... If you want to go Latino with a beautifully crafted, silky and delicate wine, try the Ceja Pinot Noir Sonema Carneros 2002 ($38). Rose petals, red fruit, spices and leathery notes make this an exquisite example of the excellent craftsmanship of...

RCHI[TM] performance versus other Selected Benchmarks, August 2000--current.(MUNDO LATINO: Finance)(Illustration)
June 1, 2005... Samuel A. Ramirez & Co.'s stock index tracks the fortunes of Hispanic businesses as they increase their presence in the U S, economy. The bank's Hispanic Index tracks the 10 largest and heavily traded Hispanic companies in the United States and...

Bottoms up!(MUNDO LATINO)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... A new flavor of beet- has just hit the U.S. market, and this one comes from... Brazil, InBev, the world's largest brewer by volume, recently announced a global launch of Brahma in more than 15 countries, including Canada, Belgium, France,...

Hispanics feel successful, a study says.(Roper Public Affairs report)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... A study recently conducted by Roper Public Affairs for Allianz Life Insurance Company in the U.S. found that Hispanics between the ages of 45 and 65 with a household income of at least $45,000 are very likely to say that they consider...

Calling all master's degree students!(MUNDO LATINO)
June 1, 2005... For the 14th year in a row, the National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) is accepting scholarship applications from Latino students and professionals seeking a master's degree in business administration. Up to 200 awards may be granted this...

San Antonio celebrates our foods.(Expo Comida Latina Texas, Hispanic food show)
June 1, 2005... With more than 200 exhibitors in the first year, The Expo Comida Latina Texas (ECL) recently anchored itself as a premiere showcase for Hispanic foods and beverages in the Lone Star State of Texas. The expo, held at the Henry B. Gonzalez...

Classic neckwear and excellent gifts: scarves and ties Hermes style.
June 1, 2005... The country of Croatia may have given birth to the necktie. Many believe the word "cravat" (meaning a soft necktie) comes from the French interpretation of "Croate," short for "Croatian." But a few sources note that the word "cravat" was in...

Rugged power and style.(trucks)
June 1, 2005... Crew cab trucks are becoming ever more popular as trends have shifted and more people are using them for their primary vehicles. Today's trucks have become an enviable symbol of status, and the more powerful they are the better. The ruggedness...

Hedge funds: a new kind of added investments.(LL STYLE)
June 1, 2005... Literally "Hedge Funds" We all have, at one time or another heard the advice that we should not put all of our eggs in one basket and that we should diversify our investments to reach our financial goals and protect our capital. One way to...

Mark your calendars now for: the National Hispana Leadership Institute (NHLI) & Hispanic Women's Council (HWC) Latina Empowerment Conference & Luncheon.
June 1, 2005... Latina Empowerment Conference/ Luncheon Overview The New Mexico Hispanic Women's Council is currently working with the National Hispana Leadership Institute (NHLI) to support the Latinas Empowerment Conference though directed coordination,...

Sara Ramirez: Mexicali star: cover your eyes: Sara Ramirez is about to supernova. For the voluptuous "mexamericana" with a palpable stage presence and booming voice, being Latina has helped her star on its meteoric rise.(TRENDSETTERS)(Interview)(Biography)
June 1, 2005... The 29-year-old actress is currently starring in Monty Python's Spamalot, a Broadway show directed by six-time Tony Award-winner mike Nichols. Partly based on Arthurian legend and--as the show's creators note--"lovingly ripped off" from the...

A dynasty of leaders: if you aren't familiar with Richard Carrion, chances are you soon will be. As President and CEO of Popular Inc. and its related banks, Richard Carrion is at the helm of one of the fastest growing and deeply rooted financial institutions in operation today.(Interview)
June 1, 2005... Created in 1893, Banco Popular de Puerto Rico was founded in what was then still a Spanish colony. The initial concept was to provide a means by which to allow the less advantaged portions of the population access to banking services. What...

50 things you should know about Carlos Mencia.(50 THINGS)(Biography)
June 1, 2005... Carlos Mencia has long been considered the bad boy of comedy. Frequently controversial, often confrontational and always brutally honest, Mencia is not one to shy away from sensitive subjects and has gained a wide reputation for tipping the...

Barbara Bermundo.(PROUST QUESTIONNAIRE)(Brief Article)(Interview)
June 1, 2005... Barbara Bermudo is the sultry co-host of Univision's popular afternoon news-magazine show Primer Impacto, one of the highest-rated programs in the United States and in 12 Latin-American countries. As f that weren't enough, Barbara has an...

The Bombay Club: restaurant and martini bistro.(Restaurant Review)
June 1, 2005... www.thebombayclub.com As the quintessential Mecca of festive times in the U.S., little can be said to add to the already legendary fame of New Orleans, Louisiana. It's a place known for its loud and noisy party atmosphere and the decadence...

Marlin Prince: blue water sport fishing.(HOT SPOTS)
June 1, 2005... www.marlinprince.com Summer is here and with it, time for adventure. If you're the kind that enjoys fishing, we've found the perfect place to go. The sunny shores of St. Thomas in the Caribbean and Captain Eddie Morrison's 45' Viking boat...

Latinos in Hollywood: building a solid foundation in entertainment.(Cover Story)
June 1, 2005... At the Academy Awards, young Colombian actress Catalina Sandino Moreno heads down the red carpet with an Oscar nomination for Best Actress of the year for Maria Full of Grace. On television, a sturdy family sitcom stars comedian George Lopez,...

Hispanic National Bar Association holds Moot Court Competition & Mid-Year Conference in Dallas, Texas.
June 1, 2005... Ten days after giving birth to her third child, Soledad Valenciano was overcome with emotion as she was awarded Best Oralist for her individual efforts and Overall Winner with her team from SMU at the Hispanic National Bar Association's 10th...

Luis Restrepo: working hard to help others.(New America Alliance)(Interview)(Biography)
June 1, 2005... Luis Restrepo is emblematic of the American success story. Born in Medellin, Colombia in 1954, he immigrated to the US in 1966, at the age of 12. The child of working class parents and the eldest of four children, Restrepo has gone on to have...

2nd Annual Emerging Managers Summit.(Calendar)
June 1, 2005... May 18-20, 2005 Renaissance Chicago Hotel, Chicago, IL Upcoming Events JUNE 26-28 2005 Investment Trends Summit (Platinum Series) Alyeska Resort, Girdwood, Alaska JULY 13-15 2005 Real Asset Investing Forum The Fairmont, San...

Andrew Hernandez, Director of 21st Century Leadership Center at St. Mary's University, receives the Lifetime Achievement Award.(United States Hispanic Leadership Institute)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... The United States Hispanic Leadership Institute's (USHLI) 23rd Annual Hispanic Leadership Conference concluded Sunday, March 13, in Chicago, Illinois. Over 5,000 past, present and future Hispanic leaders came from over 500 cities in the U.S. to...

The best music is closer than it appears.(Fratres)(Lagrimas Negras)(Sound Recording Review)(Concert Review)
June 1, 2005... Get ready to discover new landscapes of the music World. Take one step beyond the music you frequently listen to, surpass the boundaries of what you see and know, and begin to appreciate the most astonishing masterpieces of our times. In this...

Trilogy: The Four Agreements, The Mastery of Love & The Voice of Knowledge.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... One of the oldest tribes of the New World, the Toltec from southern Mexico were a group of intellectuals who created a society that focused on spiritual knowledge. To achieve this, they trained highly gifted masters, known as Naguals (shamans),...

Bad Education (La Mala Educacion).
June 1, 2005... Pedro Almodovar has often been considered the most influential Spanish filmmaker since Luis Bunuel. Since the early 1980's, Almodovar has been making sometimes shocking, sometimes controversial films charged with a postmodernist perspective....

Alondra de la Parra: behind the baton.(Mexican American Symphony Orchestra)(Interview)
June 1, 2005... For the first time New York City history, a Mexican woman conducted a professional orchestra concert. Alondra de la Parra, the 24-year-old founder and artistic director of the Mexican American Symphony Orchestra debuted her company in the 2004...

Technology for small business: the best solutions to improve revenues.(Alejandra Calatayud, Luis C. Gasca, Javier Larraza, Eric Kilponen, Juan G. Rolon )(Interview)
June 1, 2005... In order to effectively compete with larger corporations, small business owners are having to rely upon technology more often that ever. The need to increase productivity and to reduce task-completing times has become critical to small...