Please join the Hispanic Technology and Telecommunications Partnership in supporting these important events.
Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association (LISTA)
Emerging Technology Leadership Summit
New York City
December 8, 2009
Register here!
Join LISTA for “Technology Leadership: Now and in the Future,” at the Marriott Marquis in New York on Tuesday, December 8, 2009.
LISTA will convene thought leaders in the field of science and technology for a daylong conference focused on providing information for small business owners, technology professionals, analysts and executives.
In addition to a CEO Brain-trust Forum, topics include:
· Social media and its impact on corporate strategy
· Health care technology and the debate over reforming medical records
· Leadership for the Year 2030, celebrating entrepreneurs in technology and science
· Bringing broadband to all of America
The Summit will also feature the Techno Centro 2030 Career Expo with some of the nation’s premier science and technology recruiters.
Attendees should take note that many recruiters will be conducting on-site interviews.
Companies confirmed for the Career Expo include Aetna, AT&T, Staples Verizon, State Farm, Comcast, Enhanced Communications.
The Summit will conclude with the National Latino Technology and Achiever Awards Gala.
Information on how to become a sponsor and/or an exhibitor at http://www.nltaa.org or by contacting John Simmons at Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association at (800) 775-0889,(917) 578-0521.
LATINOS IN SOCIAL MEDIA (LATism) REGISTRATION
Washington DC
December 11-12, 2009
Join Latinos in Social Media (LATism) in Washington, DC on December 11 – 12 for two days of interactive discussions focused on using social media to engage the online Latino community.
Why is LATism DC important?
For the first time ever, Latino social media influentials and those interested in using the power of the Internet to reach Latinos will gather in Washington, DC to exchange best practices and explore how Latinos are shaping online community-building and communications.
Whether you are an experienced social media user, are curious about how social media works, or are interested in learning how Latinos are leading social media innovation, you need to be at the LATism DC conference this December!
Who should attend
•Non-profit marketing / communications / membership specialists
•Corporate public affairs / community relations / media relations staff
•Policy advocates
•Political organizers
•Small business owners
•Grassroots leaders
•Public relations and advertising agencies (multicultural and mainstream)
•E-commerce entrepreneurs
•Technology experts, developers, API creators
With 21 million projected Latino Internet users by 2010, Latinos are adopting social media as their primary source of communication, news and entertainment faster than any other group. Their buying power is projected to reach $1.3 trillion by 2013.
You will learn how
•To leverage social media to achieve your organizational objectives
•Companies are addressing the challenges of reaching online Latinos
•Latinos are engaging with social media technologies and trends
•Latino community dynamics and demographics affect your social media strategy
Costs
Early registration is only $65. Register here!
Sponsorship and additional information
Corporate and community sponsorships are available.
For more information or sponsorship information, please contact Sylvia Aguilera by email at http {at} httponline DOT org