This year’s 2010 L.E.A.D. Conference (Leadership, Education and Diversity) brings the information center stage under the theme of “Personal ROI: The “Me” Investment.”

L.E.A.D provides world-class professional development workshops and unparalleled access to successful executives and recruiters from top local companies and B-Schools. In addition, attendees are provided tools and strategies on obtaining an MBA and defining career paths with the broadest spectrum of career/industry coverage. The event boasts 4 exciting development tracks providing comprehensive coverage of the different stages of our community’s career progression.

This is an event you don’t want to miss. Space is limited and registration is required.

The 2010 L.E.A.D. Annual Conference, “Personal ROI, The “ME” Investment” will be held Saturday, September 25, 2010 and will host a variety of professional development workshops, career resources and educational sessions focused on building business relationships and creating opportunities for participants from all industries and career stages.

Conference Highlights

Daniel Gutierrez is an International Business Consultant, Motivational Speaker, Radio Personality and Author of Stepping Into Greatness: Success Is Up To You. He has inspired Fortune 500 companies and individuals world-wide to make positive changes that lead to success. When Daniel Gutierrez steps on stage, he delivers his own life changing strategies, helping you to harness their thoughts and improve productivity.

Professional Hispanic Organizations Come Together Provide You Unparalleled Resources

• National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA)
• Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
• Association of Professionals in Finance and Accounting (ALPFA)
• Association of Strategic Alliance (ASAP)

Association of Strategic Alliance Top Ranking Universities and Educational Resources

• Mills College
• San Jose State University
• St. Mary’s School of Economics & Business Administration
• Santa Clara University
• Stanford Graduate School of Business
• USF Graduate School of Business
• UC Berkeley – Haas School of Business

Powerful Professional Workshops Developed to Meet Today’s Needs

• Mentoring for Leveraging Career Success
• Successful Alliances: In Business and in Life
• Getting to the top of your Game
• How to Uncover the Hidden Job Market

Strong Corporate Partners in Diversity On-Site

• Genentech, Inc (Hosting Sponsor)
• Abbott Corporation
• Verizon
• Pacific Gas & Electric Company
• Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
• Del Monte Corporation
• Kaiser Permanente

Celebrating the independence of 9 Latin American countries, Latinos A Morir “va a sacar la casa por la ventana!”.

Join us for a night of 3 deejays, special surprises, and a unique celebration!

More information to come soon!

NOTE: Dress code is strictly enforced at this upscale venue. Cocktail attire requested, dress shoes and collared shirt required.

Latinos A Morir is proud to host and share with you the SF Latino Film Festival produced by Cine+Mas. They have selected a great list of films including features, documentaries, and shorts from Latin America, Spain, and Portugal as well as work by US Latino filmmakers.

SEE FULL SCHEDULE

There is an all-inclusive pass to get exclusive access to all films and the social events.

**NOTE: LAM Members can get discounts for features and All Film Pass, see newsletter for information or RSVP above to get the discount codes.

List of Films and schedule from SF Latino Film Festival:

Undertow

Thursday September 16 at 7:30 Roxie Theatre
Peru-2009-100 min.
Director: Javier Fuentes-Léon

“Miguel is a young married fisherman in a small coastal town in Peru, conservative and with unique traditions around death. Mariela is his wife and she’s just about to have a baby. Santiago is the big city outsider- an artist, agnostic, and openly gay. When Santiago passes, Miguel struggles to accept who he really is for fear of losing those he loves.” This film has won awards at festivals the world over- including Sundance and Frameline.

La Yuma

Friday, September 17th at 7:30 pm, Roxie Theatre
Nicaragua-2009, 91 min.
Director- Florence Jagu

This is the story of Yuma, a strong-willed and rebellious girl from the poor neighborhoods of Managua who dreams of being a boxer.  In her poor neighborhood, gangs fight for control of the street. In her home, there’s no love. She dreams of the ring, energy and agile feet and hands. They are also her only options. A chance encounter: Yuma meets Ernesto, a journalism student from the better side of the city. Despite their differences, they fall in love, attracted to each other by their shared desire to find their own space in the world.  Yuma’s story is a slice of life deeply rooted in Nicaragua, today. A daily Nicaragua and unknown, which contrasts with the image of the country abroad, essentially related to natural disasters, revolutions and wars.

Leo’s Room

Friday, September 17th at 9 PM, Roxie Theatre
Uruguay-2009, 92 min.
Director: Enrique Bunchichio

In the heart of Montevideo, the affable but secretly troubled Leo wraps himself in the comfort of his small rented room, unmotivated to finish his college thesis or find a job, and content with infrequent visits from his girlfriend. After their six-month relationship ends, Leo begins to break out of his shell by cruising the Internet for a new companion, enlisting the aid of a sympathetic therapist along the way. However, it isn’t until he has a chance reunion with a classmate that he is forced to consider the true meaning of his reclusive lifestyle, and a future outside the metaphoric safety of his room. Featuring an affecting soundtrack and an equally endearing cast of characters, director Enrique Buchichio’s affirming drama is a unique vision of isolation and coming-of-age set against a modern tale of romance and friendship.

Mexico In Film Sidebar

Friday, September 17th at 9 PM, Roxie Theatre
This year Mexico is celebrating 100 years since the Revolution and 200 years since Independence. In recognition of these historical events, we’re proud to be screening a couple of iconic Mexican films recognized for both their stars and their enduring appeal:

Distinto Amanecer / Distinct Dawn directed by Julio Bracho, one of Mexico pioneer and distinguished filmmakers, was one of the first films that depicted urban Mexican life. Screens: Sept 17 @6PM. Buy tickets for Another Dawn- Distinto Amanecer- Cine+Mas SF Latino Film Festival Roxie Theatre Saturday September 17 @ 6PM

Doña Barbara stars Maria Félix. This is a western set in Venezuela with Felix as a tough rancher using men and amassing wealth. Felix was recognized for her beauty, her acting career, and her bombastic persona.

Other Films Screenings and Schedules

Join the current and future mentors from EDGEucation at upscale John Collins to mingle and share mentorship stories.

If you’re a current mentor: come share mentorship experiences, tips on how to motivate your student, or just come to meet others trying to make a difference.

Interested in being a mentor? Come mingle with our past mentors and founders to learn more about the organization, our plans for Fall 2010, and our vision.

This is a free event and we hope you can join us! Please RSVP so we know how many to expect!

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About EDGEucation
The goal of EDGEucation is to increase the graduation rate among
underrepresented groups in California by leading and creating
inspirational programs and connecting positive role models from within
the community with students.

Our vision is to level the playing field and aid underrepresented
groups attain better opportunities after graduation by leading,
inspiring, and working with prospective role models from within the
community, to push education to the edge, and make education attainable
for everyone.

Latinos A Morir has been invited to produce and host the exclusive opening party of the SF Latino Film Festival.

Come learn about the films that will be showcased during the festival, mingle with the film makers, and dance the night away to DJ C Bass and DJ Nica’s mixes!

We have free tickets for the first 50 LAM members that RSVP! You can also buy pre-sale tickets [on sale 9/7/2010].

Check out the films and schedule here: http://sflatinofilmfestival.com. LAM Members receive discounts to film screenings and free entry to some features. Read your newsletter for more information.

Special Guests at our opening party:

Dir. Ariel Soto
http://waqaynanfilm.com/festivals/

Dir. Carolina Moraes Liu
http://www.documentario.com/filmmakers.html

Dir. Jose Montesinos & Cast members of film OWNED
http://www.montanick.com/

From SoCal
Ricardo Martinez
http://thewalldocumentary.com/

From Mexico
Dir. Alberto Cortes & Art Director: Ana Solares
http://corazondeltiempo.wordpress.com/

From Argentina
Dir. Maria Teresa Constantini
http://www.felicitas.com.ar/

From Peru
Dir. Javier Fuentes-Leon
http://www.contracorrientelapelicula.com/index.php

Latinos A Morir members have been invited to this great event! RSVP for free entrance. Must RSVP before noon!

Si*Se
is a well established Latin, downtempo, soul, group and the artist
behind hits “Mariposa”, “The Truth”, and “This Love”. The Brooklyn, NY
based group has frequently played and sold out San Francisco’s
Independent as well as playing venues around the world alongside artist
like Kinky, Los Amigos Invisibles, The Roots, Gotan Project, James
Brown and Talking Head’s David Byrne. This will be the first time Si*Se
performs in San Francisco since the release of their new EP, “Gold”.
Members, Carol C and DJ The Crystal Pharoah will be performing a
stripped down version of Si*Se’s set.

(Please Note: Space Is Very Limited So Early Arrival Is Highly Recommended)

SOUND CHECK: A New Outdoor Monthly Music Series
KCRW,
Americano at Hotel Vitale, and Om Records in association with Svedka
are proud to present a new outdoor monthly music series taking place at
the beautiful Americano patio. Showcasing singer-songwriters across
three different genres of music, Sound Check is an opportunity for fans
to experience some of the biggest rising independent artists in a very
intimate and beautiful outdoor setting. Unlike any other event in San
Francisco, the selected singer-songwriters will perform an exclusive
stripped down or acoustic set. Svedka cocktails, free entertainment
from fresh rising talents, and the beautiful backdrops of the
Embarcadero; what more could one ask for?

The official speed dating sign-up is now available through Evite. We are hosting a speed dating fundraiser for the benefit of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society through Team in Training. We are still adding eligible bachelors to this event (until we max out at 20), but the sign-up for the ladies is now open.

REGISTER HERE

This event has attracted a variety of men throughout the Bay Area, the majority with at least a baccalaureate degree, many with specialized certifications, some entrepreneurs, and even a Rhodes Scholar! If you’ve been searching for high-caliber men in the Bay Area, here’s your chance to find them under one roof.

We’re requesting that everyone arrive at 6:00 p.m. to begin mingling in the bar area. While we want everyone to be relaxed, we caution you against excessive drinking as it may impair your abilities during the speed dating process. The event itself begins at 6:30 p.m. at which point we’ll ask everyone to head downstairs at approximately 6:25 p.m. to begin on time.

After the event ends, everyone will be invited back to the bar area to continue mingling with the participants. We’re encouraging everyone to follow-up with the people they found interesting during the speed dating process and may not have had enough time to ask all their questions.

We thank you for supporting the fundraising efforts of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society through Team in Training. Not only will you possibly find the right man for you, but you’re supporting a great cause.

Thank you for your help in this battle against blood cancers.

Tragon Corporation, a leader in sensory evaluation and market research, will host a fundraiser event with the assistance of the Redwood City Fire Department to raise funds to support All Stars Helping Kids, a local non-profit that helps disadvantaged children with scholarships, high-quality physical enrichment programming, and the life skills necessary to succeed.

Redwood City firefighters will be firing up their grills at noon, on Saturday September 18 2010 at Tragon Corporation. The afternoon event will feature plenty of food and entertainment, including local children’s favorite musician Andy-Z. All proceeds will go to benefit All Stars Helping Kids.

WHEN: Saturday September 18^th, 2010

12:00 – 3:00 pm

WHERE: Tragon Corporation

350 Bridge Parkway

Redwood Shores, CA 94065

WHAT: Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Drinks…

Adult: $5 (includes beverage)

Child: $3 (includes child beverage)

ALL STARS HELPING KIDS RAFFLE:

Raffle Tickets: 1 ticket for $2, 3 tickets for $5

Raffled Items: PSP/Xbox DJ Hero

Nike Tote Bag

HP Mini laptop

Autographed Sports Memorabilia

Come and join us! Let’s help our firefighters to raise funds for All Stars Helping Kids in an effort to help the children of our community.