Latino Leaders articles from September 2007

Latino Leaders archives from September 2007

Publisher's letter.(Hispanic Heritage Month)
September 1, 2007... One of the areas where Latinos have made tremendous achievements is the fine dining industry. The Haute Cuisine that many Latino Chefs are developing and improving upon everyday in hundreds of Restaurants and Hotels across the country is...

From my desk.(Hispanic Heritage Month)
September 1, 2007... Well, hello there again!Bet you thought I had disappeared or something, but nope, I'm still here, alive and kicking and doing just fine, thank you. I simply took a break from writing my greeting note for a couple of editions while I labored...

And from yours ...(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I wish to thank you and Latino Leaders' research staff for including me in the 101 top leaders of the Latino Community in the U.S. (June 2007). I am honored and humbled to be in the company of many of my heroes and...

Is the best white wine: really red wine?(Hispanic Heritage Month: LL CELLAR)(Product/service evaluation)
September 1, 2007... I must recognize that nine out of every ten wines I taste are red. I'm a red wine person and my culinary taste is in accord to that. However, I must also recognize that some of my most pleasantly shocking memories of a great wine are of a white...

The world of wine gets trivial.(A Winemaker's Journal)
September 1, 2007... After more than 20 years as a winemaker, I'm still amazed at how much fun there is in the world of wine. Every week it seems that I read some new odd or fascinating fact about it--from the new archeological evidence about wine's role in ancient...

Hello again, dear redears!(The Buzz)(school appointments)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... In honor of the coming new season, let's just "fall" into the latest news, shall we? With back-to-school in the air, it seems the right place to start is education. And what better way to start than with news that Michael J. Padilla was...

Hector "Tico" Perez.(The Buzz)(Boy Scouts of America's Silver Buffalo Awardee)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Speaking of working with children, I heard it trhough the grapevine that Hector "Tico" Perez won the Boy Scouts of America's Silver Buffalo Award. The accolade is the highest award the BSA presents to those who work with youth, and from what I...

... You know who else earned some truly deserved honors?(The Buzz)(Rigo Chacon, George Ramos and Cecilia Alvear)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... ... You know who else earned some truly deserved honors? Rigo Chacon, George Ramos and Cecilia Alvear. The three were recently inducted to the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. All three have worked hard, Chacon as a television...

In other news, Felix Juan Serralles, Jr. made headlines as well when he served as the grand marshal of the 50th edition of the Puerto Rican National Parade in New York.(The Buzz)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In other news, Felix Juan Serralles, Jr. made headlines as well when he served as the grand marshal of the 50th edition of the Puerto Rican National Parade in New York. Serralles is a well-known icon of the Puerto...

Joseph Pantigoso.(The Buzz)(Bromley Communications vice president)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... And there's more news in the world of marketing communications. Joseph Pantigoso was promoted to VP/managing director for Bromley Communications. Joseph is a perfect fit for the job--he's spent the last two decades in general marketing in Latin...

... While we're talking about legends, I heard that Fernando Chavez, the son of the iconic civil rights leader Cesar Chavez, is joining The Cochran Law Firm, where he'll serve as chairman of the firm's Latino practice.(The Buzz)
September 1, 2007... ... While we're talking about legends, I heard that Fernando Chavez, the son of the iconic civil rights leader Cesar Chavez, is joining The Cochran Law Firm, where he'll serve as chairman of the firm's Latino practice. We're so very proud of...

Jaime Kalfus.(The Buzz)
September 1, 2007... Okay, onward with business. Our next stop is the Bravo Group, where Jaime Kalfus was appointed chief insights officer. That means that Jaime is now in charge of the development of the strategic and account planning functions for the highly...

... Lots of promotions and new appointments going on--like Pedro Ramos, the former City of Philadelphia managing director and former city solicitor, who was named a Blank Rome, LLP partner.(The Buzz)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ... Lots of promotions and new appointments going on--like Pedro Ramos, the former City of Philadelphia managing director and former city solicitor, who was named a Blank Rome, LLP partner. Also, Ricardo Venegas was...

And there's board news too.(The Buzz)(company appointments)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] And there's board news too. Hillendbrand Industries, Inc. recently appointed Ronald A. Malone as chairman and CEO of Gentiva Health Services, Inc. Also, Jose A. Media, a technology sourcing and global supply chain...

And how about the community?(The Buzz)(Latin awardees and events)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] And how about the community? There are lots going on there, too. We recently got word that "Casa y Comunidad: Latino Home and Neighborhood Design," edited by Henry Cisneros, former secretary of the U.S. Department of...

It's been a great summer, but the fun's not over yet.(The Buzz)
September 1, 2007... It's been a great summer, but the fun's not over yet. Check out the two-man exhibition "Momento," featuring Gronk and Ricardo Garcia and coming to Los Angeles' Metro Gallery. An opening reception is set for Sept. 8 from 6-10 p.m., and the...

Honoring those who celebrate their Hispanic Heritage.(LEADERSHIP LANDING presented by Southwest Airlines)
September 1, 2007... Southwest Airlines celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month through various community outreach initiatives in education, music, sports, arts, and leadership development. During this month, Southwest applauds the many contributions the Latino...

What is Federico Pena doing these days?(Hispanic Heritage Month: LATINO LEADERS UPDATE)(former cabinet official)(Interview)
September 1, 2007... The Clinton administration left many legacies, some good, some not quite so. On the plus side, President Bill Clinton put together an all-star list of Latino cabinet appointees, many of whom continue to serve the public various posts today...

The real three amigos: Alfonso Cuaron Guillermo Del Toro Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu: Mexican Filmmakers.(Hispanic Heritage Month: LIVES OF LEADERS)
September 1, 2007... Once upon a time, "Mexican cinema" meant Pedro Infante hamming it up in a giant sombrero and Jorge Negrete crooning in mariachi pants. It was lovingly known as the Golden Age of Mexican filmmaking, which lasted from 1935 until the late 1950s....

A magnificent achievement: culinary stars of Las Vegas.(Cover story)
September 1, 2007... Sometimes stereotypes are hard to break, even for the most open minded of people. Chances are that if someone mentions to you the words "Latino" and "cook" in one same sentence, the image that will appear in your head is that of a sweaty little...

A more wholesome way of gauging your assets: an interview with Lee Brower: CEO, Empowered Wealth, LC.(Hispanic Heritage Month: OPEN INTERVIEW)(Interview)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] There's a reason why Lee Brower comes across as an intriguing combination of serene, yet confident man. Brewer's serenity comes from his own satisfaction with the life he leads. One of the founders of the Empowered...

A wizard of family TV Maria Canals actress.(Hispanic Heritage Month: OPEN INTERVIEW)(Interview)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Maria Canals is about to embark on a truly magical adventure: The Miami born actress has just been cast in the coveted role of Theresa in one of Disney Channel's most anticipated releases: The Wizards of Waverty...

How Latinos are transforming the U.S.: a new book by Cristina Benitez.(Hispanic Heritage Month: LL BOOK EXCERPTS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Much is being said these days about the phenomenon called 'Latinization", a term coined rather recently in an attempt to define the ongoing trend whereby Latinos in the U.S. are, by their mere presence in this...

Chef Jose Garces: no reservations.(Hispanic Heritage Month: HOT SPOTS)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Like a bull in Pamplona, Jose Garces is on a rampage. This middle child of Ecuadorian immigrants owns two of Philadelphia's top restaurants and is set to unveil two more within six months. We caught him before lunch...

Working hard for the city against all odds: Rockard "Rocky" Delgadillo L.A. City Attorney.(Hispanic Heritage Month: INTIMATE CHAT)(Los Angeles)(Interview)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Los Angeles City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo is certainly a controversial figure. In August 2007, the Los Angeles Times reported that Delgadillo used more than twice the number of gallons of water over the last two...

Latino Leaders Network: honors Mayor Villaraigosa during U.S. conference of mayors summer meeting.(Hispanic Heritage Month: LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON)(Conference news)(Interview)
September 1, 2007... LOS ANGELES, CA, JUNE 24, 2007--Latino Mayors from across the country came together for a special reception honoring Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, hosted by the Latino Leaders Network[TM] (LLN) and Chairman Mickey Ibarra. More than...

A dream come true: the story of Hernando Carvajal.(Hispanic Heritage Month: INTIMATE CHAT)(Interview)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] As a youngster in Cali, Colombia, Hernando Carvajal was obsessed with cars and engines. It was his dream to become an engineer and work with one of the world's most famous automobile manufacturers, BMW of Germany....

Spreading the entrepreneurial, spirit abroad: Maria de Lourdes Sobrino.(Hispanic Heritage Month: OPEN INTERVIEW)
September 1, 2007... What makes Maria de Lourdes Sobrino, the Mexico City born-and-raised founder and CEO of Lulu's Dessert unique? you may ask. Although much has been written about her many accomplishments, we wanted to find out just what makes such an inspiring...

A more diverse workforce simply makes more sense.(Hispanic Heritage Month: LEADERS OF INDUSTRY)(interview with Susan I. Santana, Victor I. Sanchez and Lourdes F. Diaz)(Interview)
September 1, 2007... As the face of the nation slowly changes and minorities start to slowly become less of such, there is also an increase on these groups' needs and demands for equal placement and representation in our society. Unquestionably, minorities are...