2017 ANNUAL CONFERENCE COMMEMORATIVE PROGRAM BOOK

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WELCOMEMAYOR GREG STANTONCity of Phoenix

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEJANET MURGUÍAPresident and CEONCLR

CO-SPONSORSCitiFedExPrudentialState FarmTargetVisit Phoenix

National Affiliate LuncheonPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER, NORTH BALLROOM1:00–2:30 p.m.

WELCOMERENATA SOTO

ChairNCLR Board of Directors

EMCEEPAMELA SILVA CONDE

HostCo-Anchor, Primer

ImpactoUnivision

AFFILIATE ROLL CALL

SONIA M. PÉREZChief Operating Officer

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FERNANDO GODINEZChair

NCLR Affiliate Council

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ACADEMIA AVANCE (LOS ANGELES, CA)AVANCE LIFE PREP PROGRAM

COMMUNIDADES UNIDAS (WEST VALLEY CITY, UT)COMMUNITY WELL-BEING INITIATIVE

HISPANIC INTEREST COALITION OF ALABAMA (BIRMINGHAM, AL)STRONG FAMILIES PROGRAM

LATINO NETWORK (PORTLAND, OR)FAMILY STABILITY PROGRAMS

NCLR Family Strengthening Awards

PRESENTED BY RENATA SOTO, NCLR BOARD CHAIR

National Affiliate LuncheonPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER, NORTH BALLROOM1:00–2:30 p.m.

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Education Town HallPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER, NORTH 1213:00–4:30 p.m.

The Promise of Higher Education: Latinos and Community Colleges

The increase in Latino high school graduation rates has led to rocketing enrollment in postsecondary institutions, with nearly half of these students attending community colleges.  However, the Latino college retention rate is lower than for other groups. According to research, a contributing factor is that not all community colleges are preparing Latinos to move on to four-year institutions.

These institutions are embedded in communities and meet the needs of many Latinos who want to be close to home or need the flexibility to accommodate work schedules or family obligations. Community colleges are also a crucial part of the workforce pipeline for nontraditional students, including immigrants and Latinos.

What can community college systems across the United States do to better educate and serve Latino students? This conversation will explore the needs of students in community colleges and will offer innovative program and policy solutions that support Latinos through the finish line of higher education.

PEGGY MCLEODDeputy Vice President, Education and Workforce Development ProgramsNCLR

DR. DANIEL GREENSTEINDirector of Education, Postsecondary Success in the United States ProgramBill & Melinda Gates Foundation

JUAN SALGADOChancellor City Colleges of Chicago

MICHELE SIQUEIROSPresidentThe Campaign for College Opportunity

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CO-SPONSORSState FarmThe Walton Family Foundation

MODERATOR

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HOSTED BYRaza Development Fund (RDF)5:00–5:30 p.m.

EMCEEANGÉLICA ATONDO-NAVAJournalist, Author, and Entrepreneur

CO-SPONSORSAnheuser-BuschBBVA Compass

JANET MURGUÍAPresident and CEONCLR

WELCOME

TOMMY ESPINOZAPresident and CEORDF

SPECIAL REMARKS

JAMES FEILDChairRDF Board of Directors

Welcome ReceptionSHERATON GRAND PHOENIX, VALLEY OF THE SUN BALLROOM

Ambassador CLAUDIA FRANCO HIJUELOSConsul General of MexicoPhoenix, AZ

PETRA FALCONExecutive DirectorPromise Arizona

2017 OHTLI Award

5:30–7:30 p.m.

PRESENTATION BY

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FEATURINGMariachi Azteca De Oro

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RODNEY E. HERORaul Yzaguirre Chair, School of Politics and Global StudiesArizona State University

Ambassador RAUL YZAGUIRREFormer President and CEONCLR

HERMAN GALLEGOSCo-Founder and Former Executive Director NCLR

SPECIAL ATTENDEES

Welcome ReceptionSHERATON GRAND PHOENIX, VALLEY OF THE SUN BALLROOM

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CO-SPONSORSThe Coca-Cola Company

CVS HealthHilton Inc.ToyotaWells Fargo

Latinas BrunchPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER, NORTH BALLROOM11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Co-HostsJANET MURGUÍAPresident and CEO

NCLR

RENATA SOTOChairNCLR Board of Directors

SANDRA GUZMANJournalist, Author, and Writer

MARIACHI PASIÓN | Entertainment

DR. MARIA HARPER-

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JULISSA ARCEPolitical Commentator, Author, andImmigrant Rights Advocate

FEATURED SPEAKER

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

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Economy Town HallPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER, NORTH 1211:30–3:00 p.m.

Tax policy is critical because it defines how much it takes from us to invest in government to provide the services we all need. It can also help or hinder the economic progress of Latinos and other low-income American families. The president and Congress have signaled their intention to work on reforming the tax system in the coming months. This town hall will put a spotlight on the strategies policymakers will be proposing. Come hear how tax reform impacts how we invest in our future, supports working families, spurs economic growth, and can even reduce poverty. Every one of us has something at stake in the current tax system, and we will be affected by its reform. Join us for an energetic debate that will lift up the key issues driving tax policy and reform. 

Debating for Change:Latinos’ Stake in Tax Reform

PANELMODERATOR

MICHELLE CARUSO-CABRERAChief International Correspondent andPower Lunch Co-AnchorCNBC

MICHAEL ETTLINGERDirector, The Carsey School of Public PolicyUniversity of New Hampshire

WILLIAM BEACHVice President of Policy and Research at the Mercatus CenterGeorge Mason University

CO-SPONSORSJPMorgan Chase & Co.

Prudential

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HELEN RODRIGUEZ-TRÍAS HEALTH AWARD RECEPTION

Phoenix Ballroom D

NCLR AFFILIATE HONOREEMARY’S CENTER (WASHINGTON, DC)

LGBTQ AND ALLIES RECEPTION A Night Out with NCLR

Phoenix Ballroom E

NCLR AFFILIATE LGBTQ CHAMPIONEL CENTRO HISPANO (DURHAM, NC)

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORKING RECEPTION

Phoenix Ballroom B

DIVERSITY DRIVES INNOVATION RECEPTION

Phoenix Ballroom A

Networking ReceptionsSHERATON GRAND PHOENIX5:30–7:30 p.m.

CO-SPONSORSCentene Corporation

PhrmaSodexo

CO-SPONSORSHilton Inc.Nissan North America

CO-SPONSORSGoogleNationwideT-Mobile

SPONSORComcast/ NBCUniversal/ Telemundo

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A Night of ComedySHERATON GRAND PHOENIX, PHOENIX BALLROOM C8:00–9:00 p.m.

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Monday BreakfastPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER, NORTH BALLROOM9:00–10:30 a.m.

JONATHAN GREENBLATTNational DirectorArizona Anti-Defamation League

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

LAURIE HERNANDEZOlympic Gold Medalist and Author

ALICIA MENENDEZ TV Commentator, Host, and Writer

JOE HERNÁNDEZ-KOLSKI Actor, Poet, and Comedian

LUIS AVILAExecutive Committee MemberNCLR Board of Directors

WELCOMEEMCEE

SPECIAL APPEARANCEFEATURED SPEAKERS

CO-SPONSORSHealth Net of Arizona and Cenpatico

Integrated CareFuse MediaNissan North America

Shell

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CO-SPONSORSArizona State UniversityBank of AmericaHyundai Motor America

MillerCoorsWalmart

Monday LuncheonPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER, NORTH BALLROOM1:00–2:30 p.m.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

MICHAEL STEELERepublican Political Analyst

MSNBC

EMCEEMARIANA ATENCIONews Correspondent

MSNBC

WELCOMERUBEN GALLEGORepresentative (D–AZ 7th District)

AFFILIATE AWARD FOR ADVOCACY

Presented by ERIC RODRIGUEZ

Vice President,Office of Research, Advocacy, and Legislation

NCLR

SPECIAL REMARKSDAVID ABNEY

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

UPS

FEATURED SPEAKERSHERIFF PAUL PENZONEMaricopa County

PROMISE ARIZONA (PHOENIX, AZ)PETRA FALCONExecutive Director

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Health Town HallPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER, NORTH 1213:00–4:30 p.m.

Major gains in access to affordable, equitable, and quality health care have been made since the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), reducing the uninsured rate by almost half. As Congress and the new administration continue to enact legislation to repeal and replace major parts of the ACA, the health status and livelihood of millions of Latino children and families are at stake. An estimated 24 million Americans could be stripped of their health coverage, including eight million Latinos. Additionally, more than $800 billion could be cut from Medicaid. During the Health Town Hall, you will hear from key leaders in policy, consumer advocacy, provider, and public sector on what’s at stake, who are the winners and losers, and how we can advocate and advance good policy solutions that protect the most vulnerable members of our communities and create a more equitable health care system for all Americans.

This town hall is the closing session for the NCLR Health Summit.

Protecting and Defending Our Gains in Health Care

HEIDI RENPENNINGAnchor/ReporterKTVW Univision 33

MODERATOR

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FREDERICK ISASIExecutive DirectorFamilies USA

CARMELA CASTELLANO-GARCIAPresident and CEOCalifornia Primary Care Association

ELENA RIOS, MDPresident and CEOCalifornia Primary Care National Hispanic Medical Association

SPONSORCentene Corporation

RUBEN GALLEGORepresentative (D–AZ 7th District)

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President’s ReceptionPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER PRE-FUNCTION6:30–7:30 p.m.

Dinner and Awards PresentationPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER NORTH BALLROOM8:00–10:00 p.m.

AFFILIATE OF THE YEARMAAC Project (San Diego, CA)

CO-SPONSORSAARPArizona Public ServiceCharter CommunicationsPepsiCo

CO-SPONSORSAARPCharter CommunicationsFord Motor Company FundPepsiCoUPS

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Far West Affiliate of the YearValle del Sol (Phoenix, AZ)

Midwest Affiliate of the YearLatino Policy Forum (Chicago, IL)

Northeast Affiliate of the YearConcilio (Philadelphia, PA)

Southeast Affiliate of the YearMary’s Center (Washington, DC)

REGIONAL AFFILIATE OF THE YEAR HONOREES

Texas Affiliate of the YearMexican American Unity Council (San Antonio, TX)

Affiliate Council Service Award Honorees

Carol J. Ornelas (California Region)Jose Rodriguez (California Region)Irma Morin (Far West Region)Cris Medina (Midwest Region)Raul Rodriguez (Northeast Region)

Awards GalaPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER

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RUBEN SALAZAR AWARD FOR COMMUNICATION

Lalo AlcarazCARTOONIST, AUTHOR, AND ACTIVIST

GRACIELA OLIVAREZ LA RAZA AWARD

Elisa de la VaraCHIEF COMMUNITY OFFICER, ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Awards GalaPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER

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ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD FOR SPORTS

EXCELLENCE

Earl WatsonHEAD COACH, PHOENIX SUNS

MACLOVIO BARRAZA AWARD FOR LEADERSHIP

RAUL YZAGUIRRE PRESIDENT’S AWARD

AWARDS GALA AFTER-PARTYPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER PRE-FUNCTION10:00–Midnight

Co-SponsorsGEICOHyundai Motor America

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Awards GalaPHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER

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JPMorgan Chase & Co.

PepsiCo

Affiliate Leadership BreakfastSHERATON GRAND PHOENIX, VALLEY OF THE SUN DE9:00–11:00 a.m.

JANET MURGUÍAPresident and CEONCLR

FERNANDO GODINEZ

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RENATA SOTOChairNCLR Board of Directors

ZANDRA ZUNO BAERMANNSenior Vice President,Communications and MarketingNCLR

WELCOME

FEATURED SPEAKERS

NCLR and its Affiliate Council present the 2017 Affiliate Leadership Breakfast, featuring a special conversation with NCLR President and CEO Janet Murguía and NCLR Senior Vice President of Communications and Marketing Zandra Zuno Baermann. We are justifiably proud of the great accomplishments NCLR and its Affiliate Network have achieved on behalf of the nation’s now 60 million Latinos over the past five decades. As we look to the future, we want to elevate the Affiliate voice as we bring full awareness among our fellow Americans of who we are and who we want to be for the next 50 years. We look to you, as important stakeholders and partners, to join us as we continue fighting for our community and for an America where economic, political, and social advancement is a reality for all Latinos. Join us to discuss strategies and specific actions we can take that lift our collective voice, and that help us forge forward together for a strong future.

¡Unidos! Moving Forward Together for a Strong Future

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