2009 Membership Renewal

For many members, the time is approaching for yearly renewal of membership. This communication serves as a reminder that everyone receives a month's "grace period" as part of our renewal process.

Currently, NSHMBA is going through a transitional period in our membership database. We are asking you to please wait and renew your membership after this transition. All current membership with a June 30, 2009 expiration date will be extended through mid-July and the 30-day "grace period" begin at that time through mid-August.

In mid-July, further instructions will be given on how to renew for the upcoming year. For any members whose membership was purchased between December 2008 and June 2009, your membership is current for 12 months from purchase date.

As a reminder, all current memberships are 12-months with the following rates:
$30.00 for Student,
$75.00 for Professional,
$260.00 for Executive, and
$1,000.00 for Lifetime.

Please feel free to call or email Membership Services to check your membership status. Our phone number is 877-467-4622 ext. 7507 or direct to 214-524-7507. Our email is membership@nshmba.org.

Sincerely,
Michael López, Membership Services Manager
mlopez@nshmba.org

NSHMBA NY and the City of Rochester Present Night of Achievements – Rochester Edition with Special Guest: Mayor Robert J. Duffy

Date & Time:
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
4:30pm-7pm

Place:
City Hall Atrium
30 Church Street
Rochester, NY 14614

Cost:
Free

Registration:
http://newyork.nshmba.org

The New York Chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs and the City of Rochester Proudly Present Night of Achievements – Rochester Edition with Special Guest: Mayor Robert J. Duffy

Rochester, NY, June 17, 2009 – The New York Chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs and the City of Rochester present Night of Achievements Networking Event on June 23, 2009 starting at 4:30pm. Meet our graduating members from area Graduate Programs and network with first year local MBA students.

The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) was created in 1988 as a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization. NSHMBA serves 32 chapters and 8,000 members in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. NSHMBA is an all inclusive organization, open to all students and professionals whose mission is to “foster Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development in order to improve society.”
Join us for an evening of celebration and networking with welcoming and congratulatory remarks by Mayor Robert J. Duffy. Enjoy hors d'œuvres and mingle with area business leaders, professionals, recruiters and MBA Students and Graduates.

Event is free of charge.
To register visit our website: http://newyork.nshmba.org.

About NSHMBA:
The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) was created in 1988 as a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization. Widely known as the "Premier Hispanic Organization," NSHMBA serves 32 chapters and 8,000 members in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. It exists to foster Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development. NSHMBA works to prepare Hispanics for leadership positions throughout the U.S., so that they can provide the cultural awareness and sensitivity vital in the management of the nation’s diverse workforce.

The New York Chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) Celebrate NSHMBA College Night at Monroe College

Date & Time:
Thursday, June 25, 2009; 6:45pm-9:30pm

Place:
Monroe College, Annex Building, 2426 Jerome Ave
Bronx, NY 10468

Cost:
Free

Registration:
http://newyork.nshmba.org

New York, NY, June 17, 2009 –
The New York Chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) and Monroe College invite you to the first NSHMBA College Night on June 25, 2009, starting at 6:45pm in Monroe College, Bronx, NY. This networking event is free and open to students and professionals of all levels.

Take advantage of this opportunity to meet with Board Members of the NY Chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs, as well as distinguished peers and faculty from Monroe College. The networking event will focus on successfully addressing the challenges of career development during an economic slowdown.

The keynote address will be delivered by Iveth Reynolds, President of the NY Chapter of NSHMBA and founder and CEO of Tri-Mar Consulting Inc, a national staffing, recruitment and outplacement firm. In addition, Board Members of the New York Chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs will be on hand to lend advice and share their own experiences.

The Director of Monroe College’s Center for Graduate Career Advancement and some of their Advisors will be present to help with resume revisions and mock interviews. Also, learn about opportunities Monroe College can provide to current MBA students and Alumni.

About NSHMBA:
The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) was created in 1988 as a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization. Widely known as the "Premier Hispanic Organization," NSHMBA serves 32 chapters and 8,000 members in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. It exists to foster Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development. NSHMBA works to prepare Hispanics for leadership positions throughout the U.S., so that they can provide the cultural awareness and sensitivity vital in the management of the nation’s diverse workforce.

Support for Education & Employment Delivered to Hispanic Professionals Planting the Future through Assistance Today

PRO-SEED


The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) has developed a new initiative that provides support to Hispanic MBAs and business professionals who might be affected by the current economic climate due to job loss or economic downsizing.

For those applicants who meet the eligibility requirements and are able to qualify for the program, PRO-SEED offers Hispanic business professionals, who might not otherwise be able to, the opportunity to attend NSHMBA’s successful and highly-attended Annual Conference & Career Expo.

The new program is being rolled out in preparation for the organization’s 2009 Annual Conference & Career Expo: “Think Ahead, Move Forward” in Minneapolis, MN Oct. 8-10 this year.

The selected recipients will receive:
■Complimentary registration to Career Expo Only
■Access to events focused on Career Advancement
■Discounted airfare and hotel rates
■Complimentary 12-month NSHMBA professional membership
■The opportunity to pre-schedule interviews with some of the sponsors during the 2009 Conference Career Expo

In preparation to the Conference, recipients will participate in webinars to:
■Review new job search strategies
■Learn career hunting and networking tactics
■Create resumes that generate results
■Master the art of interviewing

PRO-SEED is the opportunity for business professionals to ‘Think Ahead’ about their future and ‘Move Forward’ with their opportunities to develop relationships with peers, employers and resources to enhance their competitive advantage