The Greater Tulsa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce launched the Computer & Business Classes in partnership with Fame 4 Business Solutions at the Martin Regional Library.
The first set of sessions had 17 students who started learning computer basic skills, such as navigating the internet, creating an e-mail account and finding job openings in the net. The main objective of the classes is to serve
as a transition for those participants who do not have any computer background and ulti-mately to enhance their skills.
In the business environment of today, strong communication skills paired with the ability to utilize applications to their full functional-ity is invaluable for any career.
A firm understanding of the applications people use everyday is essential towards effi-ciency and success in a dynamic environ-ment.
With the Computer & Business Classes, the participants will obtain the skills necessary to optimize the benefits of having a comput-er. They will also learn to easily create pro-fessional documents that reflect the quality of their work and enhance their value to their company or business.
These courses are designed to accommodate both first time users and advanced users; so no matter what the skill level, participants will get the most out of this powerful pro-gram.
Classes are free and open to the public and they are part of the program and services developed by the Hispanic Chamber in 2009.
Chamber of Commerce
M o n t h l y N e w s l e t t e r
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February 2009
The Monthly Newsletter is published monthly by The Greater Tulsa Hispanic
Chamber of Commerce. If you would like to place a display ad,
gives us a call 664-5326 Francisco J. Treviño
Executive Director Juan Miret Executive Assistant
Chamber News
The Tulsa Metro Chamber and 27 regional partners announced in February the top ini-tiatives it will collectively champion at the State Capital during the 2009 legislative ses-sion.
At a news conference featuring Chamber leaders Chairman David Page, market presi-dent of JPMorgan Chase & Co and Ken Levit, executive director of the George Kaiser Family Foundation and vice chairman of the Board for the Chamber's Government Affairs program, unveiled the following as priorities for support:
(1) Chamber's lead priority is adequately funding the OSU Medical Center.
(2) Expanding appropriations to the Oklahoma Opportunity Fund for economic development initiatives.
(3) Advocating for meaningful lawsuit reform including key points such as adding federal rules on summary judgment and judi-cial accountability and transparency. (4) Increasing days of pre K-12 instruction so that Oklahoma leads the nation, currently identified as 190 days.
(5) Expanding access to new, permanent sources of revenue for municipal financing.
avoided a health care crisis in Northeast Oklahoma," said Page. "That work will con-tinue during when the 2009 legislative ses-sion opens next week and the Chamber advo-cates for the funding of Tulsa's number one local priority."
The Chamber began the process of identify-ing legislative agenda items duridentify-ing a region-al business summit on August 26, 2008. At the inauguration of Page as the Chamber's 2009 chairman of the board, he announced legislative success through regionalism and the Chamber will work this year to strength-en and expand relationships among our met-ropolitan region.
"The Chamber has steadily increased its resources applied to advocacy and signifi-cantly expanded its presence at the State Capitol to advance these issues on behalf of the region," said Mike Neal, president and CEO.
In addition to staff advocacy efforts, the Chamber contracts with two full-time lobby-ists, Margaret Erling and John Bryant, as well as enlisting private sector lobbyists to include the Chamber's legislative agenda in its efforts at the State Capitol.
Additional priorities in the legislative agenda include: supporting passage of comprehen-sive workers compensation reform;
support-based ethanol sources; designating 30 per-cent of motor vehicle fee funds currently going to the General Fund to transportation including municipal roads and a one-time appropriation to replace the 'top twenty' high-priority bridges. And finally, the Chamber is committed to defeating any additions to Oklahoma's immigration law which it deems pre-emptive to existing federal law.
The OneVoice Legislative Agenda is endorsed by the following cities and organi-zations: City of Jenks; City of Bixby; City of Sapulpa; City of Broken Arrow; City of Sand Springs; City of Collinsville; City of Catoosa; City of Claremore; City of Glenpool; INCOG; Tulsa County; Mayor of Tulsa, Kathy Taylor; Coalition of Tulsa Area Governments; Jenks Chamber of Commerce; Bixby Chamber of Commerce; Muskogee Chamber of Commerce; Glenpool Chamber of Commerce; Sapulpa Chamber of Commerce; Tulsa Metro Chamber; Broken Arrow Area Chamber of Commerce; Greater Tulsa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Owasso Chamber of Commerce; Skiatook Chamber of Commerce; Greenwood Chamber of Commerce; Okmulgee Chamber of Commerce; Bartlesville Regional Chamber of Commerce; Sand Springs Chamber of Commerce; and Indo-American Chamber of Commerce.
Tulsa Metro Chamber and regional partners
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Growing Business Through
People and Partnerships.
Thank you for your Support
With the investment and sup-port of Cox Communications, the Greater Tuls Hispanic Chamber of Commerce pre-sented a new program of pro-fessional development: Inter-view 101 & Resumé Building. The first session was a great opportunity for East Central High School seniors who attended the class.
Rachael Woods, a Cox Communications representa-tive, met with them for two hours.
This program presents an overview of the most impor-tant areas that should be
addressed during a job inter-view, providing tools and techniques that will enhance positives and successful results.
Also this program will allow our members how to present the information with the understanding that a resume is a marketing tool that out-lines skills and relevant expe-rience. Our members will be able to create a tailored form. These sessions are held once a month at the Chamber’s offices with no cost for the participants.
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Each year the National Societyof Hispanic MBAs organizes The Hispanic Executive Summit to address the specific needs of the entrepreneur and executive with extensive managerial experience. The 2009 Hispanic Executive Summit (HES) is designed in conjunction with Emory Executive Education at Goizueta Business School of Emory University. Through edu-cational sessions focused on organizational strategy and leadership, attendees gain insight into becoming better leaders and mentors in today's business arena.
This year BMW and ExxonMobil share the lead sponsorship of the summit. "We are extremely proud of the recurring support and commitment that the Hispanic Executive Summit has received over the last six years and we are thankful for the opportunities, possibilities and
practices that make this three-day program one of the most exciting events of the year for NSHMBA," said Lourdes Hassler, NSHMBA CEO. In collaboration with its corpo-rate sponsors, NSHMBA unites executives and entrepreneurs from across the nation to dis-cuss current leadership trends of today's Hispanic profession-als. Academic principles, rele-vant topics and opportunities to network with diverse leaders combine to make this one of the most valuable programs of its kind.
The 6th Hispanic Executive Summit will be held in Atlanta, Georgia, April 23-25, 2009 at the Emory Conference Center Hotel. For online registration and detailed information, please visit: www.nshmba.org/hes.
National Society of Hispanic MBAs Announces
6th Hispanic Executive Summit in Atlanta
Won't You Join Us!
Do you have a new business, new loca-tion an expansion or an anniversary? The Greater Tulsa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is pleased to assist you with your grand opening or ribbon cutting. Here are the answers to a few common-ly asked questions:
WHAT THE CHAMBER DOES:
All free of charge, to our Chamber member
Sends out a broadcast email our mem-bers on our email list to notify them of your opening
Provides the “giant scissors” and bows and ribbon to cut (we usually deliver them the day before or several hours before the event – please let us know what color bows and ribbon, and how long)
Podium and microphone
Keeps track of RSVPs, unless you pre-fer to handle that yourself
Attends the event and takes pictures for our e-newsletter and web page
Typically our Chamber Executive Director, President of the Board, some Board Members will attend.
Publicizes the event in our e-newsletter and web page with a photo after the fact in the next edition
Invite the media
We will help you prepare an agenda
WHAT THE COMPANY DOES
Sets the date and time of the event –
please coordinate this with the Chamber if at all possible well in advance to avoid date and time conflicts
You provide any refreshments for those in attendance – this is entirely up to you Invite Your Board of Directors, if applica-ble and friends and family
Those who helped with your new loca-tion like contractors, bankers, etc. You provide any refreshments for those in attendance - this is entirely up to you Provide background information on your company ahead of time to those who are speaking so they can prepare remarks (we can help with that)
HOW IT RUNS :
Your agenda could be something like this:
Welcome Guests – done by a company rep
Intro on the company – done by a com-pany rep – Explain what you do if a new business, about your new location – if a second location or a move, your hours, introduce your staff
Congratulatory Remarks – from Chamber, other dignitaries – these are 1-3 minutes each – very brief
Cut the ribbon – usually done by digni-taries and head company rep, some choose to have all employees do the cutting
Thank you for attending – by a company rep
Then you offer everyone to come take a look at your facility, and if large enough, you might want to offer tours
KEEP IN MIND:
Weekend grand openings (including Friday after 5:00) are harder for the Chamber to draw attendance to than weekday events.
Hanging your ribbon – should be placed in front of the doorway – you and the “cutters” would stand behind the ribbon facing the crowd
Keep in touch with the Tulsa Hispanic Chamber as your plans progress
As mentioned above, the Tulsa Hispanic Chamber will handle RSVPs, unless you prefer to do it yourself. As you may know, people will wait until the last minute to RSVP, or will show up without RSVPing. Call the Tulsa Hispanic Chamber during the morning of the day before the event to get the latest count, and add a little cushion before commu-nicating a final number to your caterer. If experienced, your caterer can probably help with your estimate.
Will parking be an issue? If so, please let us know where you would like guests to park so we can inform them in advance
The farther ahead you contact us the more publicity we can give your event If you have a digital version of your logo, please email it to the Ribbon Cutting Coordinator so it can appear on our email
To arrange for your special event, please contact:
The Greater Tulsa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
918-664-5326 or email admin@tulsahispanicchamber.com
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News
The National Council of La Raza (NCLR), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, praises President Barack Obama and Congress for pass-ing the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Reauthorization Act of 2009 with measures that strengthen health care for America’s children, including legal immigrant children. By
signing this bill today, President Obama ensured health coverage for four million more children in the U.S. and ended a five-year waiting period for health care to which legal immigrant children and preg-nant women have been subjected for more than a decade.
“President Obama’s signature on the CHIP reauthorization is a tangible
demonstration of the Administration’s commitment to the Latino community,” said Janet Murguía, NCLR President and CEO. “Our nation’s leaders have made a wise choice to stand up for our communities in the face of unfounded attacks and do what’s right for children by strengthening this important health program. They have sided with what is in the best interest of our nation’s children instead of a divisive anti-immigrant minority that seeks to invoke fear among Americans.”
Americans overwhelmingly favor health coverage access for legal immigrant children; polling has shown that 79% of voters supported the elimination of the five-year waiting period. NCLR thanks the Administration and Congress and looks forward to continued collaboration to improve opportunities for all Americans.
PRESIDENT OBAMA SIGNS CHILDREN'S HEALTH BILL, MAKES
Great Opportunity
If your business is not a member of
The Greater Tulsa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Dear members
I would like to invite you to the 19th Annual Legislative Conference of the United States Hispanic Chamber
of Commerce in Washington, DC from March 9th to March 11th 2009.
There is no more important time to come to Washington than during the first 100 days of a new
adminis-tration. Our elected officials have an enormous obligation to stimulate and repair our economy.
Congressional leadership is already reacting to the policies of the new administration which will have a
direct impact on the future of our businesses. The tone set in the first 100 days, will carry us forward for
the next four years.
If we expect to be included and represented effectively, the Hispanic business community must deepen
relationships in Congress and maintain a high profile with key decision makers.
Join us in Washington at this defining moment for the Hispanic business community. Your participation will
strengthen our imprint on the nation's future and make sure our issues are near the top of the national
business agenda.
With so much at stake, the timing of the Legislative Conference is fortuitous. We'll gather in the nation's
capital at the halfway mark of this 100-day process, giving us an unparalleled opportunity to stay ahead of
the curve in terms of Congressional policy, programs and priorities in this historic time.
We will hear from Washington insiders and get ample time to visit key legislators. The three day event will
help set and advance the Hispanic business agenda, laying the groundwork for further analysis and
advo-cacy.
If you would like to be part of the delegation, please contact us at (918) 664-5326 as soon as possible.
Sincerely,
Francisco Treviño
Executive Director
National
By Mark Hugo Lopez,
Associate Director and Gretchen Livingston, Senior Researcher
A year and a half after a lengthy, often rancorous debate over immigration reform filled the chambers of a stalemat-ed Congress, the issue appears to have receded in importance among one of the groups most affected by it--Latinos. Only three-in-ten (31%) Latinos rate immigration as an "extremely important" issue facing the incoming Obama administration, placing it sixth on a list of seven policy priorities that respondents were asked to assess in a nationwide survey of 1,007 Latino adults conducted from December 3 through December 10, 2008, by the Pew Hispanic Center. The top-rated issue among Latinos is the economy; 57% of Hispanics say it is an "extremely important" one for the new president to address.
mistic about the incoming Obama administration. More than seven-in-ten (72%) say they expect Obama to have a successful first term. Looking back, Latinos offer a nega-tive assessment of the outgoing Bush administration. More than half (54%) of Latinos say that the failures of the Bush administration will outweigh its success-es. In comparison, 64% of the U.S. gen-eral population holds the same view. The latest report from the Pew Hispanic Center also examines the ways Latinos were involved in the 2008 election. According to the survey, almost three-fourths (74%) of Latinos say they were more interested in last year's presiden-tial election than in the 2004 election. Latino voters were more than twice as likely as voters in the general population to be first-time voters - 21% versus 8%. Among Latino voters ages 18-29, 47% were first-time voters.
Both partisan and non-partisan cam-paigns reached out to Latinos in the 2008 election. Almost four-in-ten (38%) Latinos say they were contacted and encouraged to register to vote or to get out to vote. Among Latinos contacted in
they were contacted by the Obama campaign, while 43% said they were contacted by the McCain campaign. Latinos were also engaged in ways other than voting in the 2008 election. More than half (51%) of Latinos say they participated in at least one political activ-ity other than voting during the 2008 election season. More than one-third (36%) say they used the Internet to research a candidate; 26% tried to per-suade someone else's to vote for or against a particular party; 18% say they displayed material or wore clothing related to a political campaign; 11% say they attended a political or campaign-related event; 9% say they contributed money to a candidate; 5% say they vol-unteered or worked for a political candi-date.
Television was the most popular conduit of news about the 2008 presidential campaign among Latinos. More than eight-in-ten (82%) report obtaining most of their information on the election through television news; 18% of Latinos used the Internet; 18% used newspa-pers; and 10% obtained campaign infor-mation through radio. Almost one-quar-ter (23%) of Latinos who obtained cam-paign information from television report that the information was in Spanish, while one-third (33%) got their television news in English, and; 44% obtained tel-evision news about the election in both languages.
Hispanics and the New Administration
Our next monthly luncheon is
February 25th 2009 at 11:30 am
Crowne Plaza Hotel
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