Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of NJ Newsletter
July 5-10, 2016
 
In This Issue
 
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Our Executive Director Jazlyn Carvajal  interviewed by NJTV news

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Our 4th Diversity Expo and Luncheon 2016 at Rutgers University  


Abraham Lopez, Director, CHPRD, Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez, Studio Edgardo, Carlos Medina, Chairman his SHCCNJ,  Kim Guadagno, Lt. Governor of NJ,
Christian Mauricio Anzola Rodriguez, Consul General, Colombian Consulate in Newark his wife Graciela Rodriguez and  Luis DeLaHoz, Vice Chairman, SHCCNJ.



Rita Mitjans, ADP,Jose Taveras, Wells Fargo,Alison Banks-Moore, Horizon BCBSNJ,L. Jay Burks, Comcast,Luis Diaz, Gibbons Law, and Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez, Studio Edgardo


Last Friday June 24th, we hosted our 4th Annual Diversity Expo and Luncheon at Rutgers University. The event was a success thanks to our Sponsors, Exhibitors, Speakers & all those who attended.

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The New Jersey Urban Communities for Grown, Inc  is hosting 
The Power of the Latino Vote Kick Off Breakfast  

Thursday July 14, 2016 8:30am 
NOCHES DE COLOMBIA, 545 BAYWAY AVE, ELIZABETH, NJ


       
Keynote Speaker & Moderator
Cesar Blanco,   Interim Director 
The Latino Victory Project
 
Roberto Frugone, NE Regional Director, NALEO Educational Fund
Arlene Quinones-Perez, President-Elect, Hispanic Bar Association of NJ
Carlos Medina, Business Advocate, President, Robinson Aerial Surveys, Inc.
Patricia Campos-Medina, President, LUPE PAC
 
With Special Guests:
Mayor Chris Bollwage, Elizabeth
Mayor Wilda Diaz, Perth Amboy
Assemblywoman Annette Quijano, D-20th
Dr. Maria Rodriguez, Freeholder Candidate, Somerset County

RSVP Stephanie at 732-674-4199 or  [email protected]
 
  
              


The African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey is hosting  "Unity Luncheon" 


SHCCNJ Chairman Carlos Medina will speak on the Panel during lunch. Don't miss it!


The Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce's Hispanic Council presents "Feria de Negocios Hispanos Central Jersey"
 

The Middlesex Couty Regional Chamber of Commerce's Hispanic Council invite the community for an exciting event bringing together the most important Latino business in Central Jersey. Network an explore to the fullest potential the untapped possibilities of doing business with the Hispanic Community and Latin America Countries.

  During the Hispanic Business Expo, taking place on July 20th at the Pines Manor, VEDC Tri-State Business Opportunity Fund will sponsor a Loan Pavilion where you can schedule a 1:1 meeting to access capital to grow your busines .






Weichert, Realtors Downtown Jersey City is Hosting 
Breast Cancer Fundraising Event!

This year's fundraiser will be held at St. Peter's Prep at 144 Grand St. jersey City on Thursday, July 21st from 6:00 - 9:00 pm.

Donations can be in form of silent auction items or cash donations

 
Please  invite your  friends, family and extended social and/or business networks to attend the event. Word of mouth, social media, e-mail lists and building links (to reach out to neighbors and other residents) are all excellent ways to get the word out in order to insure that we have an amazing turnout.




Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey awarded for workplace parity and inclusion by Diversity Best Practices
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ)  has received the Diversity Best Practices' "Above and Beyond" Award. The award recognizes companies committed to diversity, parity and inclusion. The Horizon BCBSNJ Latin American Cultural Organization (LACO) received the honor in the 'Business Impact' category.

"Diversity is a large part of who we are as a company and we are honored that Diversity Best Practices has chosen us as an 'Above and Beyond' Award winner," said Lymari Ramos, LACO President, Horizon BCBSNJ, Human Resources. " Our mission is to promote the rich Latin-American history, heritage and culture, celebrate our many accomplishments, educate others about our people and help all Latin-Americans at Horizon BCBSNJ in their efforts toward success."



NJIT PTAC Presents 
" Professional Development Series" 


NJIT PTAC and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is conducting this workshop on July 14, 2016 to provide small business owners with the following information:
  • How the GSA contracts with small busienss vendors,
  • How to identify the GSA Schedule relating to your business line,
  • Hot topics relating to GSA contracting.
This is a free seminar.  However, you must register to attend via the following link: 

http://njitptac.ecenterdirect.com/events/signup/1303
 



Montefiore Medical Center is soliciting bids from NYS M/WBE Certified Companies
Montefiore Medical Center is soliciting bids from NYS M/WBE certified companies for the following construction trades:
1)       Interior Finishes
2)       Carpentry
3)       Masonry
4)       Electrical
5)       Plumbing
6)       Interior/Exterior Renovations
7)       HVAC
8)       Roofing
9)       Firestopping
  If you are NYS M/WBE certified companies, and interested to bid, please click the following links:
 


New Jersey Construction Craft Laborers' Apprenticeship Program is now accepting applications
The New Jersey Construction Craft Laborers' Apprenticeship Program is an innovative labor-management fund that recruits and trains men and women for careers as a Union Laborer. NJCCLAP is the state's only federally approved apprenticeship program for construction craft laborers.
 
Through a combination of classroom and on-the-job training, new members gain the skills to become a Construction Craft Laborer. LIUNA requires all new members to participate in a comprehensive apprenticeship program, consisting of 4,000 hours of on the job training with an additional 400 hours of classroom training. Through this program, men and women gain the necessary skills to building a career.


Savings at Harrah's Resort, Ballys & Caesar's Palace in Atlantic City!
Because of our partnership with Harrah's, we are able to provide you with additional savings to current offers for your stay at Harrah's Resort, Ballys & Caesar's! 

Enter code: SHCCNJ

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We hope you found this newsletter to be informative and helpful. Our mission is to promote the continued growth and development of the New Jersey business community. We fulfill our mission, in part, by helping our members & friends find expanded business opportunities.
 
Sincerely,

Carlos A. Medina, Esq.
Chairman
Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of NJ

Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of NJ

Phone: (201) 935-0035

Fax: 866-226-1828

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