Subject:                          GWHCC April 2012 Newsletter

 

In this Issue • News from the Chamber • News from our Members • Recent GWHCC Events • Welcome New Members • Upcoming Events • Member Spotlight • Business Articles • Featured New Businesses • Career Opportunities    Mark Your Calendar  Chamber Events May 12, 2012 Seminario Empresarial - Instituto Hispano de Negocios y Entrenamiento Time: 8:30 am - 1:30 pm   May 17, 2012 Meet & Greet with Angela Franco & Chamber Team Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm   May 23, 2012 Export Essentials Training Series Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm   June 1, 2012 36th GWHCC Annual Gala Time: 7:00 pm - 12:00 am   Member's Events May 2, 2012 2012 Washington Metropolitan Area Small Business Awards Time: 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm May 4, 2012 2012 Top 100 MBE Awards Time: 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm May 5, 2012 20th National Cinco de Mayo Festival Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm Tangible Interaction Design with Rita Shewbridge Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm May 7, 2012 Information Session - China Trade Mission Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm May 11, 2012 Washington Ballet - Noche de Pasion Time: 8:00 pm - 1:30 pm May 13, 2012 Two Generations in DC - The Story of Spanish Speaking Washington Time: 2:00 pm May 16, 2012 Healthcare Symposium Time: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm May 18, 2012 Soccer Shooting Contest Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm May 19, 2012 25th Annual Argentine Festival Date: May 19 - 20, 2012 May 20, 2012 SBA's National Small Business Week Date: May 20 - 22, 2012 May 21, 2012 America's Small Business Summit Date: May 21 - 23, 2012 May 24, 2012 Latino Professionals Networking Reception Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm     Member Spotlight We want to thank our corporate member John Marshall Bank for hosting our early Cinco de Mayo celebration.  A special thanks to the executive team including Bill Ridenour, Bruce Gemmill and Miguel Ornelas Gracias!   Nonprofit Corner The National Center for Children and Families is looking for foster parents in the Hispanic community. Their mission is to create total, healthy living environments for vulnerable children, youth, and families. If you are interested in learning more, please contact them at 301.365.4480 ext 414 or at www.nccf-cares.org The Maru Montero Dance Company is looking for volunteers for the National Cinco de Mayo Festival this Saturday, May 5. To learn about how to participate, please go to www.marumontero.com or contact them at maru@marumontero.com or call 202.258.5283.       36th Annual Gala Sponsors Platinum Sponsors Silver Sponsors Networking Reception Sponsor Bronze Sponsors                                 Table Sponsors                   News from the Chamber Don't Miss the Chamber's 36th Anniversary Gala This year the Gala will highlight the Chamber's founders. Mr. Jose Antonio Font and many other founding members and early contributors will attend the Gala. Join us for an evening of fun with friends, networking, live music and gourmet food. GWHCC members receive a special of $50 off their Gala tickets. Please click on the image below for more information and to purchase your tickets. Take Full Advantage of your GWHCC Membership On May 17th, the Chamber will host its Meet & Greet to welcome new members and share how to take full advantage of membership. All members are encouraged to come network, enjoy delicious hors d'oeuvres & drinks and bring up to two guests. We would like to thank The Liaison Capitol Hill for hosting us in their beautiful pool terrace. Please click here to RSVP or purchase non-member tickets. News from our Members and Partners The Huffington Post and Fox News Latino Publish Articles Written by GWHCC Member Gabriel Sanchez Zinny, Managing Director at Blue Star Strategies, was featured in The Huffington Post on April 18th. His article Why Politicians Don't Get Hispanics, compares stereotypes and realities for Hispanic Americans as well as values that drive us. Gabriel's article in Fox News Latino emphasizes the importance of addressing the challenges that Hispanic youth faces. Please click here to read more. Shinberg Levinas Will Be Featured in the Publication 50 US Architects: Residential + Planning 50 US Architects features a collection of award-winning residential architectural work from leading designers. Chamber member Shinberg Levinas was selected to represent the state of Maryland. They will feature several successful projects they have completed in Bethesda, MD. Congratulations to Mr. Salo Levinas! Please click here to read more. Cosmetology Licenses Can Be Taken in Spanish in the District of Columbia Are you thinking of becoming a cosmetologist? The Occupational and Professional Licensing Administration (OPLA) is offering the Cosmetology Theory Examination in Spanish. This license is required to ensure quality service, establish accepted codes of ethical behavior and to protect the health and safety of customers. For additional information, such as application process and fees, please contact the Department of Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) Licensing Division at 202-442-4400 or click here to go their website. Hispanic-owned Printing Company Relocates to Arlington GWHCC Member Rush Hour Printing and Graphics moved its location from the Georgetown Park Mall in Georgetown to Ballston Common Mall in Arlington. If you are in the area, please check out their new location.  They are on the third floor next to Macy's. To learn more, please go to www.RushHourPrinting.com or call them at 703-276-7874 Recent GWHCC Events Cinco de Mayo Mixer Last night, the Chamber and John Marshall Bank hosted an early Cinco de Mayo celebration. We would like to thank John Marshall Bank (JMB) for hosting us and for their unconditional support. We would also like to thank the more than 120 members and friends who joined us. Below left: Los Monarcas Mariachi Bank. Below right: Bruce Gemmill, Chief Marketing Officer JMB; Miguel Ornelas, Senior VP JMB; Angela Franco, GWHCC CEO; Jorge Haddock, Dean of School of Management at George Mason University and Bill Ridenour, JMB CEO. More event pictures will be published soon.      Lunch & Learn - Financial Challenges that Matter Most On April 24, the Chamber hosted its monthly educational event in DC. John Acevedo Scott, from Prudential, shared his expertise with Chamber members and friends. Please click below to see more pictures. BizLaunch en Español Social Media Seminar - El ABC de Facebook y Twitter On April 10, BizLaunch en Español hosted a seminar about how to start a Facebook page, Twitter account and the principles of successfully using social media to promote your business. Please click on the picture below to see the complete album. BizLaunch en Español - Food Carts: Regulations and Best Practices More than 80 entrepreneurs gathered for BizLaunch en Español's Food Carts seminar on April 9th. District Taco owner Osiris Hoil shared his success story and Arlington County Health Department representative Santos Ayala informed the audience about the current regulations for this type of business. Please click on the picture below to see the complete album. Welcome to Our New & Renewing Members March Luis & Maritza Diaz-Colorado Palmtree Catering Kendell Brown Northern Virginia Agency Point – Farmers Insurance Jessica Santos Party Parade Andres Gonzalez Finesa Real Estate Group Jaime E. Quinteros   Clarisse Kaman First Healthcare Network, LLC Juan Carlos Iturregui Milan Americas, LLC Melissa Trohan MT Rohan Communications Tracy Swain eTelligent Strategies Manuel Coronado   Victoria Jaen Stratford University Theo Pahigiannis Bank of America Linda Mathes American Red Cross Yazmine Esparza Ogilvy PR April Antonio Landivar Landivar & Associates Denise Roberts Prince George’s County/Minority Business Development Division Desi Bernard Busy Bee Environmental Services Ileana Gonzalez Apurva Wellness Karla Espinoza Aeromexico Kevin Schell ELOCEN Group Nancy Guzman Better Brick Masonry Inc Renewing Members April Carolina Clavijo Visionary Ophthalmology Craig Severson Solutions Plus, LLC Cristina Mossi Devis Dave Bainum RiteTech, LLC Eric Rice DC Minority Business Enterprise Center Jennifer Vasquez Valor Enterprises, LLC Justin Silvers Eagle Bank For more information on membership, please contact Julia Hobbes at (202) 728-0352 or jhobbes@gwhcc.org Upcoming Chamber Events May 12, 2012 Seminario Empresarial - Instituto Hispano de Negocios y Entrenamiento Time: 8:30 am - 1:30 pm May 17, 2012 Meet & Greet with Angela Franco & Chamber Team Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm May 23, 2012 Export Essentials Training Series Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm June 1, 2012 36th GWHCC Annual Gala Time: 7:00 pm - 12:00 am Upcoming Members' and Partners' Events May 2, 2012 2012 Washington Metropolitan Area Small Business Awards Time: 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm May 4, 2012 2012 Top 100 MBE Awards Time: 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm May 5, 2012 20th National Cinco de Mayo Festival Time: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm Tangible Interaction Design with Rita Shewbridge Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm May 7, 2012 Information Session - China Trade Mission Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm May 11, 2012 Washington Ballet - Noche de Pasion Time: 8:00 pm - 1:30 pm May 13, 2012 Two Generations in DC - The Story of Spanish Speaking Washington Time: 2:00 pm May 16, 2012 Healthcare Symposium Time: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm May 18, 2012 Soccer Shooting Contest Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm May 19, 2012 25th Annual Argentine Festival Date: May 19 - 20, 2012 May 20, 2012 SBA's National Small Business Week Date: May 20 - 22, 2012 May 21, 2012 America's Small Business Summit Date: May 21 - 23, 2012 May 24, 2012 Latino Professionals Networking Reception Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Business Articles Weathering Market Changes AXA Advisors Article -- When markets become volatile, many investors’ first instinct is to sell everything. They exit the market and “lock in” their losses.  Other investors flee to perceived safety in conservative investments which may have lower long-term growth potential. However, there are better ways to handle challenging times despite volatile markets. Click here to read more. Could You Charge 70% More With a Better Business Name? Entrepreneur Magazine, April 26, 2012 -- Is your small business stuck charging low prices for its products or services? The problem might not be what you're selling. Turning things around could be as simple as taking on a new business name -- one that implies higher quality. Click here to read more. Which Small Businesses Have Recovered Best from Recession? Washington Post, April 30, 2012 -- Revenues at most small businesses are gradually recovering from the recession, but businesses in the construction and real estate sectors continue to lag behind, according to new data from Intuit Inc., which provides finance-management tools to small and medium-sized businesses. Click here to read more. Featured New Businesses of the Month  Solutions Plus, LLC Solutions Plus is a full service benefits company offering individual and group benefits. Specializing in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Worksite Benefits, Solutions Plus has an exclusive marketing arrangement with a local nonprofit PPO carried with 30 years experience. Solutions Plus Provides quality alternatives! To learn more please contact Craig Severson at craig@solutionsplusagency.com or call him at (301) 686-8494. Señor Pan Bakery & Empanadas Señor Pan opened doors last February in Arlington. They serve specialty baked goods and coffee and a variety of Latin American dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They are located at 922 S. Walter Reed Drive in 3900 C Pickett Rd. Fairfax, VA 22031.   Career Opportunities Position Company Location Date Posted Bilingual Assistant Store Manager AT&T VA 02/22/2012 Bilingual Medical Receptionist Toni Group MD 03/30/2012 Bilingual Retail Sales Consultant AT&T VA 02/22/2012 Controller Carlos Rosario International Public School DC 03/26/2012 Executive-Personal Assistant to support CEO Trak Services DC 02/03/2012 Full Time Retail Sales Consultant AT&T DC 04/24/2012 Outside Sales Representative – Business Services Sales Executive Heartland Payment Systems DC, MD, VA 04/26/2012 Personal Markets Sales Representative Liberty Mutual Insurance DC, MD, VA 03/06/2012 Retail Sales AT&T VA 02/22/2012 State Farm Insurance and Financial Services Agent State Farm DC, MD, VA 02/01/2012 Store Supervisor  Edible Arrangements  DC 02/29/2012 Surety Bond Producer  Construction Bonds, Inc.  VA 04/30/2012 Teller  Colombo Bank  DC 02/01/2012    Forward to a Friend | Unsubscribe