New Generation Leadership & Workforce Institute- Class of 2012

Generation Y - Not • Level I • Class of 2012 College field trip to Florida Atlantic University

NEW GENERATION LEADERSHIP & WORKFORCE INSTITUTE

June 29, 2012, Miami Convention Center


UNIDAD Miami Beach, 863 6th Street, 2nd Floor, Miami Beach, FL 33139, (305)532-5350 Level I, Class of 2012, June29

Executive Director’s Message

For the past eight years, UNIDAD of Miami Beach, Inc. has offered aunique and innovative youth development and leadership programaimed at providing inner city youth with the opportunity to reach higher,dream bigger, and work smarter while achieving life and career goals.The goal of the New Generation Leadership and Workforce Institute is tohelp prepare today’s youth to excel in tomorrow’s workforce and in theirlives overall. This year, enrollment was so successful that a waiting listhad to be developed. Of the 386 participants registered, 57 were chosenfor Level I of the institute after an exhaustive selection process with trai-ners and counselors. These youth completed weeks of intensive work-shops and training, demonstrating their commitment to the development of leadership skills and totheir futures. While many high school students spent their summer at the beach, our graduates werehard at work developing skills and achieving goals. In 2013, 27 of those exhibiting the greatest lea-dership potential will participate in Level II of the Institute. Today, we celebrate the graduation ofthe 57 exceptional youth who have completed Level I of the New Generation Leadership and Workforce

Institute. Join us in recognizing their achievements! During 2012-2013 we anticipate that hundredsmore youth will participate in the program. Visit our website for program updates through the yearat www.unidadmb.org. If you have suggestions for volunteer speakers, field trip experiences, fundingsources, sponsors or other program resources, please contact: Ms. Margarita Cepeda at:[email protected].

Margarita Cepeda, Executive Director, UNIDAD OF Miami Beach, Inc

Mayor Matilde “Matti” Bower was first elected to the Miami Beach

Commission in November 1999. She was elected as the first female and

first Hispanic Mayor in 2007. It was just the latest in a long series of firsts

for this tenacious community activist. Mayor Bower started out more than

30 years ago as a PTA mom, fighting to save an elementary school in

danger of closing. She also joined the fight to save the historic Art Deco

District in South Beach, which led her into yet another battle to

help create decent affordable housing for the elderly and young families.

Throughout her career, Mayor Bower has used her passion to empower

all residents in this diverse community. As Mayor, she has expanded that mission to include protecting

and promoting the economic vitality of Miami Beach, so that all can prosper together. She co-founded

UNIDAD of Miami Beach, Inc. and was involved in giving a start to the New Generation Leadership

and Workforce Institute. Mayor Matti Bower is always our honored guest, and a notable example of

exemplary leadership.

* Honorable Mayor Matilde Herrera Bower, MIAMI BEACH

Matilde “Matti” Herrera Bower*, a Notable Example of Exemplary Leadership

UNIDAD Miami Beach, 863 6th Street, 2nd Floor, Miami Beach, FL 33139, (305)532-5350Level I, Class of 2012, June29

Outstanding Community Contribution Award


Jorge M. Gonzalez was appointed Manager of the City of Miami Beach in

2000, becoming the 19th Manager since the city’s incorporation in 1915,

and to date, becoming the third longest-serving Manager in the City’s his-

tory.

Miami Beach has a rich history as an entertainment and cultural destina-

tion, and during his tenure, Mr. Gonzalez has made some significant con-

tributions to ensure the City’s position as a world-class destination, while

confronting the challenges of managing and servicing approximately

90,000 residents, along with an average daily population of 200,000-

300,000 visitors.

In his twelve-year tenure, Mr. Gonzalez has developed many successful projects including completing

the building of the North Shore Park and Youth Center. He also facilitated UNIDAD’s acquisition and

construction of the oceanfront North Beach Senior Center. Mr. Gonzalez authorized the renovation of

the South Shore Activity Center where UNIDAD’s South Florida Workforce Service Programs are located.

These leadership actions toguether with many another acomplishments resulted in the City of Miami

Beach’s recognition for a variety of projects and initiatives, including one project selected as the Go-

vernor’s Florida Sterling Council 2007 Quality Team Showcase State Champion.

In 2003, Mr. Gonzalez’ efforts and leadership won for the City of Miami Beach the “All America City”

Award from the National Civic League, the only community in the state of Florida and one of 10 from

around the country, to receive this prestigious, national award. In 2002, Mr. Gonzalez received the

Miami-Dade City / County Management Association's first ever Leadership Award. This award was es-

tablished to honor individuals who by force or initiative, innovation and perseverance have made an

outstanding and significant contribution to the public interest in the area of government performance,

leadership, ethics and policy. Positioning the City as a cultural destination, Mr. Gonzalez successfully

negotiated to make the City of Miami Beach the home of Art Basel Miami Beach, the sister event of

the world’s most prestigious art show, Art Basel. A testament to his visionary leadership, the community

is positive about the performance of their government, with 83% of respondents to the 2007 Commu-

nity Survey rating Miami Beach is an excellent or good place to live, and 76% of respondents stating

that they would definitely or probably recommend Miami Beach to friends and family as a place to

live. Mr. Gonzalez received a Bachelor of Arts in Politics and Public Affairs and a Masters in Public Ad-

ministration from the University of Miami. He also is a graduate of the University of Virginia's Senior

Executive Institute and both Leadership Washington, D.C. and Leadership Florida. Mr. Gonzalez is a

member of the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), International Hispanic Net-

work (IHN), and Regional Vice-President for the ICMA International Hispanic Network.

Jorge M. Gonzáles, City of Miami Beach Manager



Community Excellence Leadership Award

Guarione M. Díaz is the former President and Chief Executive Officer of

The Cuban American National Council, Inc. (CNC), a private nonprofit or-

ganization involved in education, employment, housing, and economic

development services. The Cuban American National Council, under Mr.

Díaz’s leadership, has helped over 3,500 at-risk students remain in school

annually. And, in past years, has made 36,800 direct job placements; cre-

ated more than 4,400 new jobs; awarded over 85 internships to needy

students; and built new housing units for 1,700 persons of low and mo-

derate income. Mr. Díaz is recognized for establishing a national presence

for CNC in Washington D.C.

Mr. Díaz was born in Havana, Cuba and is presently living in Miami. He holds an undergraduate degree

from St. Francis College and a graduate degree from Columbia University. In 1994, Mr. Diaz served as

the U.S. Ombudsman/Civilian Liaison in Guantanamo, Cuba. He has been actively involved in many

community and national organizations.

Guarione M. Díaz, Former President/CEO, Cuban American National Council

Danya and Daniela Pelaez, Directors of We Are Here Foundation Inc.

We Are Here Foundation, a non-profit organization, began

after two sisters, Dayana and Daniela Pelaez, were on the

brink of being deported from the United States by

Immigration authorities. At the time Daniela was an 18

year old student with a grade point average of 6.72 and

was North Miami High School’s Valedictorian. Their story

caught the attention of the media across the country, as

well as internationally. Thus began a national movement

towards the legalization of outstanding students based

We Are Here Foundation on their merits. As a result of

their experience, the sisters decided to create We Are Here Foundation to be able to provide support

and help to other teenagers with any kind of legal and/or economic assistance and most importantly

emotional help, during the extensive and often arduous immigration process. We Are Here Foundation

was formed to educate the immigrant student community in Florida and the rest of the nation about

the legal rights of immigrants in the U.S. The organization raises funds to provide scholarships and

grants, as well as legal and psychological support.


Message from Mr. Rick Beasley


Class of 2011, Level II

The South Florida Workforce congratulates you on your successful com-

pletion of the New Generation Leadership and Workforce Institute. Now

that you have completed the program, we are certain that you are pre-

pared to meet challenges that will be put before you as you venture

into the workforce. This experience will open doors to career possi-

bilities and help you build a future as a productive citizen in a chan-

ging world. It takes determination, dedication and perseverance to

become self-sufficient by today’s workforce standards and you are well

on your way. As you gain additional experience, we are confident that

you will provide solid leadership, be innovative and creative in per-

forming assigned tasks. You have also grown to appreciate the

meaning of teamwork. The South Florida Workforce wishes you every

success as you embark upon this milestone in your career. Be assured

of our continued support. Stay focused, keep your feet on the ground and reach for the stars. We are

all predicting a brilliant future for you.

Again, congratulation and best wishes!

Rick Beasley, Executive Director, South Florida Workforce Investment Board

To the Graduating Class of 2012



Our Trainers

Sophia A. Nelson is Managing Partner with The Mosaic Group, a public rela-tions, marketing and government relations organization. Established in 2005,The Mosaic Group provides high quality services to small and mid-size busi-nesses. Sophia speaks on small business communication as well as topics re-lated to diversity and civil rights. She holds an undergraduate degree inPre-Law and Sociology from Bethune Cookman University, a Master's degreein Criminological Theory from the University of Alabama, and is a DoctorialCandidate from Walden University.

Mr. Carbonell is the Operations Manager for Continental Farms in Miami,Florida. Continental Farms is an industry leading, fresh cut flower importerthat provides the highest quality flowers to its customers across the US andCanada. He received his Bachelor of Accounting with high honors in 2007from Florida International University and his Executive Master of BusinessAdministration (MBA) in 2011 from the top program in the nation,Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.

Rafael Carbonell

Sophia A. Nelson

Ann Marie Sorrell is the President and CEO of The Mosaic Group, a full ser-vice marketing, public relations and event management firm. Through herleadership, The Mosaic Group had the opportunity to work with ABC’s Ex-treme Makeover: Home Edition pro-bono to make a local family’s dreamcome true, raising over $1.8 million in supplies, materials, services and fi-nancial contributions. She has held leadership positions as a volunteer withthe Urban League of Palm Beach County, Co-Chaired several committeeswith the Black Chamber of Commerce and currently serves as a Board mem-ber for Girls II Women.

Adrian Freeman, the driving force behind Adrian Speak International (ASI), isa professional speaker, trainer, Executive Director of the South Florida YouthSummit, and leader at University of Miami Hospital and Clinics. Known forleading programs that encourage participants enlarge their dreams and pushyouth to expand their vision, he has been branded the Destiny Coach. “My

idea of success is seeing others achieve their greatest potential”, says Adrian.Adrian is a husband and father of two beautiful daughters.

Adrian D. Freeman

Ann Marie Sorrell


Generation Y - Not • Level I • Class of 2012


Adlih Reyes Alexis Acea Alfredo Valdivia Amanda Lenza

Andrew Cledanor Anthony Turner Bria Smith Brian Cerda

Camila Barzaga Christopher Rodríguez Dallas Smith Daniel González





Diana Gutié� rrez Elianis Nieves Elijah González Emily Norton

Enzo Ocsas Hugo Delgado Jasmin González Jazmine Arroyo

Jeff Carreño Jenny Ortiz Jonathan Gómez Jonelle Saunders

Joselyn Turck Josue Louis Juan Ordóñez Judith Oses




Kanhiya James Katherine Londoño Kelvin Domínguez Lenay Padrón

Leonardo Quintana Lewis Sabater Lianni Fernández Lismaidy González

Lizandra Alba Mackhendy Eustache Magalie Michel Manise Manigat

Matías Godoy Michael Alphonse Naylet Rivero Omisaylet Palomino




Ricardo Cordovi Samuel Osorio Shalewa Parrish

Sheldine Louis-Juste Tamara Marchetti Tessy Correa Vanessa Jacques

Vernesha Jordan Veronica Grant Victor Espinoza Zuleika Guido

Raiza Mendoza



Our Staff



Dea GaricTeam Leader

Karen WilliamsWorkshop Facilitator

Michelle IglesiasCareer Advisor

Corinna GrazuitusTeam Leader

Jacky BrunoTeam Leader

Pablo SilveraProgram Assistant

Patricia RamosProgram Specialist

Katie HernándezProgram Specialist

Jose BeltronTeam Leader

Nashely Villegas Career Advisor

Libe Grinberg Career Advisor

Roselyn Ortega Career Advisor

Gisel Shull Career Advisor

Special Thanks to our Funders:

Thanks to our Supporters:



Generation Y - Not • Level I • Class of 2012 Miami Beach Convention Center

Friday, June 29th, 2012

Master of CeremonyMr. Arnold Maloney, Miami Beach Career Center DirectorSFWIB operated by UNIDAD of Miami Beach

12 noon: Welcoming RemarksCorina Grazutis and José Beltrán, Alumnus of Class of 2007María Saboya, President, UNIDADMargarita Cepeda, Executive Director, UNIDAD

12.10 p.m.: Pledge of Allegiance and National AnthemColor Guards Presentation, Miami Beach Police Department

12.20 p.m.: RemarksHonorable Matilde Herrera Bower, Mayor, City of Miami Beach

12.30 p.m.: Rick BeasleyExecutive Director, South Florida Workforce Investment Board

12.40 p.m.: Awards PresentationJorge González, City Manager of Miami BeachGauarione Díaz, Former CEO of Cuban American National CouncilDaniela Pelaez and Dayana Pelaez, We Are Here Foundation

1.20 p.m.: Presentation of Entrepeneurship Competition winner, by James Amps III, Speaker an Author

1.35 p.m.: Performance and Dancing - Class of 2012

1.45 p.m.: Graduation Certification Presentation

2 p.m.: End of Program

Documents

New Generation Leadership & Workforce Institute- Class of 2012