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With the mission of accelerating Hispanic business talent, the National Conference of NSHMBA was another great success this year. I want to thank our sponsors and members for joining us

in Anaheim, California for this amaz-ing October conference. At NSHMBA Cincinnati, we continue our dedica-tion and support of educational goals through our events and commitment in the community. And as always, we look forward to discussing with you how we can partner together to achieve our mission, create a lasting legacy in our community and contribute to your organization’s bottom line. In Decem-ber, I hope to see you at the Winter Celebration, our last event of the year, where we celebrate our success, enjoy each other’s company and give thanks to our outstanding group of sponsors and members that make our work pos-sible, inspiring us every year with their constant, ongoing support.

Gema Bahns – President

A quarterly publication of the Greater Cincinnati Chapter of the National Society of Hispanics MBA’sWeb: http://cincinnati.nshmba.orgEmail: info@cincinnati.nshmba.org

Volume 8, Issue 3 – WINTER 2011

(from left to right) Kevin Dooley, Richard A. Boehne, Carlo Privitera, David B. Dillon, Jorge L. Benitez

Inside this Issue

President’s Message..............1Executive Perspective............1NSHMBA 2011Conference & Career..............2Members..................................3Board of Directors..................4Our Sponsors..........................4

Gema Bahns – President

The Greater Cincinnati chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) held its fourth annual Execu-tive Perspective event on Thursday, August 25th, sponsored by Ac-centure and The Kroger Company. Joan Harris Graves, Esq., Corporate Recruiter, The Kroger Company, said, “Kroger was excited to join with Accenture to sponsor this great event. Our partner-ship with NSHMBA is a refl ection of our core values and our belief that to effectively meet the needs of tomor-row’s customer, we need to engage the talented business leaders of today.” This year’s panel focused on “Reinvention in a Time of Change” by discussing how leaders of major cor-porations manage, maneuver…and thrive during professional or per-sonal transition.

The panel, moderated by Kevin Dooley, managing director of Accen-ture’s Cincinnati and Dayton offi ces, included:

There were also several C-Level guests in the audience, including Manny Gonza-lez, the CEO of NSHMBA and the event was covered by WCPO-Channel 9 and the Cincinnati Enquirer. Gema Bahns, President of the Cincinnati chapter of NSHMBA, had this to say about the event “every year we have the opportunity to hear from amazing leaders that em-power our members and help us expand NSHMBA’s positive sphere of infl uence in our local and national com-munity.”

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all the panel-ists and par-ticipants for this year’s ‘Execu-tive Perspective’ …an event that will not soon be forgotten!

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NSHMBA - Successfully hosted 4th Annual Executive Perspective Greetings!

Jorge L. BenitezManaging Director –North America & Chief Executive – United StatesAccenture

Richard A. BoehnePresident and Chief Executive Offi cer, The E. W. Scripps Company

David B. DillonChairman & Chief Executive Offi cer, The Kroger Company

Carlo Privitera, Chief Operating Offi cer - Retail Business Services, North AmericaLuxottica

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Anaheim, CA —Saturday, October 15, marked the close of another successful and impactful National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) Conference and Career Expo, this year being held in Anaheim, California.

Sponsors and conference attendees noted both the quality of the more than 5,300 attendees from the academic and professional sectors. From current students and newly minted graduate students to the seasoned professional, each came to interact, network, learn and enhance their career paths – with more than 250 corporate, academic, non-profit and government exhibitors with booths on the career expo floor.

The first day of the conference – was host to a full day of seminars, workshops, and networking events, known as Professional Development Day. Some of the 500 Fortune Companies, hosted breakout sessions on topics of career development, diversity, finance, global management, leadership, marketing and strategy.

The second day was the official ribbon cutting, where NSHMBA CEO Manny Gonzalez, University of California System Dean Mark Yudof and representatives

NSHMBA 2011 Conference & Career Expo Makes a Big Impact in Anaheim

from this year’s lead sponsor companies officially welcomed the attendees of the 2011 Conference & Career Expo before opening the expo hall floor.

Other notable events included the Entrepreneurial Success Program sponsored by Nationwide, and the Scholarship Luncheon, sponsored by Target, where recipients of this year’s NSHMBA Scholarship Program were recognized. The NSHMBA Women Leadership Network, NSHMBA’s tribute to both past and present female leadership, convened for its second year to address initiatives for the future.

Putting the official cap on this year’s conference was the Brillante Awards for Excellence Ceremony, where some Hispanic leaders were recognized for their dedication and steadfastness to the Hispanic community.

The conference concluded with the official announcement and invitation to join NSHMBA during the 2012 Conference & Career Expo in Florida, October 13-16.

Find out more about this year’s conference at www.nshmba.org/2011_conference/attendee.

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MEMBERSHIPLooking to join an organization that will give you quality opportunities for professional development and networking?

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Strengthen your leadership skills and reach your career goals• Professional development

program discounts• Discounts on live webinars, webinar

archives and other online resources• Conference & Career Expo

registration discount• Discounts to NSHMBA event

Meets your needs as a Senior-LevelHispanic professional• Access to exclusive Executive

Members-only directory • Special invitation and preferred rate to

the Executive Forum, Executive Series, and Hispanic Summit

• Exclusive invitation to the NSHMBA CEO Reception during NSHMBA Con-ference & Career Expo

Meets your needs as a Senior-LevelHispanic professional• Access to exclusive Executive

Members-only directory • Special invitation and preferred rate to

the Executive Forum, Executive Series, and Hispanic Summit

• Exclusive invitation to the NSHMBA CEO Reception during NSHMBA Conference & Career Expo

PREMIER MEMBERSHIP EXECUTIVE MEMBERSHIP ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP

In addition when you join NSHMBA and upgrade to a Premier Membership, you get:Free individual coaching from our Career Management and HR Experts. Some of the Services that are included: • Resume Critiques• Mock Interview• Job search guidance• Professional Coaching

Check what some of our members have to say….

“I have been networking with Hispanic professionals since my junior year in college through my membership with the Cincinnati Chapter of NSHMBA. Thanks to the connections I made, I was privileged to receive two job offers directly following graduation. Today I continue to be an active member of the chapter and continue to make new connections in the community.”

“Joining the NSHMBA has positively impacted my professional develop-ment. The board and its members take the time to listen to you and help you in achieving your professional goals. I would recommend membership to anyone looking to make great connections and help others achieve their goals. “

“I did not have any major expectations when I became a member of NSHM-BA; however, their involvement in helping me fi nd a potential employer was impressive. They knew exactly who to approach within each of the corpora-tions where I applied and they made sure every possible opportunity came before my eyes.”

For more information about Membership visit: www.nshmba.org/member-ship or contact Adriana Guzman at: membership@cincinnati.nshmba.org

Gema Bahns - PresidentOrlando Gutierrez - Executive VP Adriana Guzman - VP of MembershipKaty Salach - VP Marketing & Public RelationsHector Medina - VP Compliance

Francisco Cadena - VP of Information TechnologyDan Molina - VP Corporate RelationsMary Bidwell - VP of Education & University RelationsGlenna Anderson - VP Corporate RecruitingKara Sweeney - VP EventsPablo Arellano - Director Corporate Relations

Why Become a Sponsor?

NSHMBA is widely know as the “Premier Hispanic Organization”. It exists to foster Hispanic Leadership through graduate management education and professional develop-ment. It works to prepare Hispanics for leadership positions through the U.S., so that they can provide the cultural awareness and sensitivity vital in the management of the nation’s diverse workforce.

By sponsoring the Cincinnati Chap-ter you will get access to the fastest growing demographic group of talent in the area, as well as to countless Recruitment, Retention, and Devel-opment opportunities via our events

For info on Sponsorship, contact Dan Molina at: corporaterelations@cincinnati.nshmba.com

The Board of the Greater Cincinnati Chapter of the National Society of Hispanic MBA’s is comprised of individuals from diverse backgrounds. Our chapter was formed in June of 2003 and our Board members refl ect the growing diversity in the Hispanic population of the Cincinnati met-ropolitan area and region. We represent a cross-section of the area’s corporation and entrepreneurial spirit.

We encourage you to join our NSHMBA Chapter as we focus on developing a Hispanic professional organization in the region that can serve as a partner with local corporations and universities that aim to re-cruit and retain Hispanic talent. Our board of directors is always looking for motivated, high energy, and creative individuals who want to contribute their skills and time to-wards moving our chapter to the next level.

Corporate Sponsor

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors:

Non – Profi t Sponsors University Partnership

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Cincinnati Chapter Board 2011

Our Sponsors Make the Difference