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# Rochester Hispanic Business Association

Promoting the economic growth and development of Hispanic-owned businesses and Hispanic professionals in the Greater Rochester area

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- [Rochester Hispanic Business Association Names Julio Sáenz 2026 Hispanic Business Person of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2026/rochester-hispanic-business-association-names-julio-saenz-2026-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year/) - Honoree to be celebrated at RHBA's Annual Gala Luncheon, kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15th, 2026 at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Rochester Hispanic Business Association (RHBA) today announced that Julio Sáenz, Chief Content Officer of WXXI Public Media, has been selected as its 2026 Hispanic Business Person of the
- [International Plaza Opens May 5th](https://rochesterhba.org/2026/international-plaza-opens-may-5th/) - Rochester's International Plaza will launch its 2026 season on Sunday, May 3th.
- [From Custom Gold to Community Roots: Meet Latina Business Leader Juana Vega](https://rochesterhba.org/2026/from-custom-gold-to-community-roots-meet-latina-business-leader-juana-vega/) - Meet one of our members: Juana Vega Chief Human Resource Officer, Lisa’s Fine Jewelry From wedding sets to hip-hop jewelry, Lisa’s Fine Jewelry is proud to offer various versatile options to fit all tastes and styles. Whether you’re interested in having custom jewelry work completed or need a piece repaired, we are here to lend
- [Member Highlights – Frances Youney](https://rochesterhba.org/2026/member-highlights-frances-youney/) - Meet one of our members: Frances Youney Vice President, Sexton Services, Inc. Sexton Services offers OSHA compliance safety training in English and Spanish. They are a full-service safety training and inspection company. Their employees are professionals in their fields and have used that knowledge to become safety experts. What are you currently most excited about
- [Member Highlights – Jennifer Hungate](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/member-highlights-jennifer-hungate/) - Meet one of our members: Jennifer Hungate President & CEO, Hungate Construction "At Hungate Construction, we provide a full range of commercial and residential construction services, from new builds and renovations to project management and design support. Our goal is to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions that meet the unique needs of every client. For small
- [Global Entrepreneurship Week Rochester 2025](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/global-entrepreneurship-week-rochester-2025/) - Global Entrepreneurship Week Rochester 2025 is an opportunity for a region-wide celebration of the people, programs and partnerships building our local economy. Across industries, cultures, and stages of growth, we’re connecting visionaries, changemakers, and supporters shaping the future of business in our community. Why Attend? Get the Tools & Exposure You NeedGain access to resources, visibility,
- [Member Highlights – Angela Mones](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/member-highlights-angela-mones/) - Meet one of our members: Angela Mones Financial Professional, New York Life New York Life offers Employee Insurance Plans, Business Insurance Planning, Executive Planning with one-on-one support. What are you currently most excited about when it comes to your organization?Helping people protect their families, businesses, and provide financial security for their futures. Why did you
- [2025 HBPOY Gala Luncheon](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/2025-hbpoy-gala-luncheon/) - The Rochester Hispanic Business Association proudly celebrated the 2025 Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala Luncheon on September 16, honoring Julio Vazquez. Our keynote speaker, Dr. Marielena Vélez de Brown, Commissioner of the Monroe County Department of Public Health, gave a timely and thought provoking speech as well. Thank you to all who attended, and
- [Member Highlights – Alex Castro](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/member-highlights-alex-castro-2/) - Meet one of our Corporate members: Alex Castro CEO, PathStone Corporation PathStone Corporation is a private, non-profit organization serving communities in nine states and Puerto Rico. Our goal is to assist communities, families, and individuals in becoming self-sufficient. What are you currently most excited about when it comes to your organization?Opportunity for growth! Why did
- [Press Release: Julio Vazquez Named 2025 Hispanic Business Person of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/press-release-julio-vazquez-named-2025-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year/) - Award ceremony and gala luncheon set for September 16th at Rochester Riverside Convention Center ROCHESTER, NY – The Rochester Hispanic Business Association has named Julio Vazquez as the2025 Rochester Hispanic Business Person of the Year. This prestigious award recognizes outstandingHispanic entrepreneurs and business leaders who have made significant contributions to the Rochestercommunity through their professional
- [Member Highlights – Kristy Gonzalez](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/member-highlights-kristy-gonzalez/) - Meet one of our Corporate members: Kristy Gonzalez Founder/CEO, IntegrateXpress LLC IntegrateXpress offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to support small and medium-sized businesses in optimizing their operations and driving growth. Their offerings are particularly beneficial for businesses undergoing transitions, scaling operations, or seeking to enhance efficiency. Key services include, Full Accounting Services, Accounting
- [Connected Communities Connect Lab](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/connected-communities-connect-lab/) - Create a trauma-informed environment in your financial coaching program. Free course!
- [Small Business Week Event - Business Insight Center](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/small-business-week-event-business-insight-center/) - Create a trauma-informed environment in your financial coaching program. Free course!
- [Bachata Conecta - May 2nd](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/bachata-conecta/) - Create a trauma-informed environment in your financial coaching program. Free course!
- [Small Business Week Networking Event](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/small-business-week-networking-event/) - Create a trauma-informed environment in your financial coaching program. Free course!
- [March 2025 Business Lunch](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/march-2025-business-lunch/) - RHBA March Business Lunch SeriesTuesday, March 18, 2025, 11:30am-1pmAvalon Roc | 470 State Street Join us as Yomaris presents on several important employment laws that have taken effect in 2025, along with key workplace considerations. Topics will include the new minimum wage and salary thresholds for 2025, prenatal leave for expecting employees, the end of
- [Member Highlights – Monica Daniel Gil - Amazonia Summer Camp](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/member-highlights-monica-daniel-gil-amazonia-summer-camp/) - Meet one of our Corporate members: Monica Daniel Gil Director, Amazonia Summer Camp Amazonia Day Camp provides an inclusive, bilingual and supportive environment where children of all abilities, particularly those with special needs, can engage in enriching activities that foster creativity, social development, and confidence with other kids. Our camp offers a variety of recreational
- [2025 Upstate NY MWBE Conference](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/2025-upstate-ny-mwbe-conference/) - Create a trauma-informed environment in your financial coaching program. Free course!
- [Letter from the Board Chair](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/letter-from-the-board-chair/) - Dear Members of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association, I hope this message finds you well and thriving in your respective ventures. As the Chairman of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and engagement with our community. Our association stands as a
- [New RHBA Board Chair](https://rochesterhba.org/2025/new-rhba-board-chair/) - As we enter 2025, we hope you are looking forward to the new year with anticipation as we are at the RHBA!We are excited to share that as of the beginning of this year, the RHBA has a new Board Chair! Orlando Rivera has stepped into the position of Board Chair for the remainder of
- [Member Highlights – Peter Vazquez](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/member-highlights-peter-vazquez/) - Meet one of our members: Peter Vazquez Peter is the Host/Producer/Owner of Next Steps Show which offers marketing and podcasting services. What are you currently most excited about when it comes to your organization?When it comes to Next Steps Show and its relation to small business services like marketing and podcasting, Peter is excited about
- [Member Highlights – Henry I Padron-Morales](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/member-highlights-henry-i-padron-morales/) - Meet one of our Enhanced Members: Henry I Padron-Morales Co-owner with Pamela Bailie, Hipocampo Children's Books LLC We are a bookstore that sells books for children and adults ranging from NY Times bestsellers and industry recommendations to patron suggested titles. We sell books in langauges other than English, with a diverse Spanish collection. We belong
- [2024 HBPOY Gala Luncheon](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/2024-hbpoy-gala/) - We had a great event honoring Luisa Baars as our 2024 Hispanic Business Person of the Year. Our keynote speaker, Miguel Velazquez, CEO of RGRTA, gave an inspiring and thought provoking speech as well. Thank you to all who attended, and a special thanks to our program participants and sponsors! Photographs provided by John Schlia
- [Hispanic-Latino Business Owner & Family Seminar](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/hispanic-latino-business-owner-family-seminar/) - Create a trauma-informed environment in your financial coaching program. Free course!
- [Member Highlights – Monica Daniel Gil](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/member-highlights-monica-daniel-gil/) - Meet one of our Corporate members: Monica Daniel Gil Director, Amazonia Summer Camp We are a bilingual summer camp where campers learn to appreciate cultural diversity via crafts, sports, games, songs, international cuisine, and more! Allowing them to build friendships based on empathy, curiosity, and shared experiences. What are you currently most excited about when
- [Member Highlights – Daisy Rivera Algarin](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/member-highlights-daisy-rivera-algarin/) - Meet one of our Enhanced members: Daisy Rivera Algarin Director for the Neighborhood Service Center (NSC), City of Rochester, and Co-Founder Latinas Unidas. The City of Rochester's Neighborhood Service Center provides Street Liaison Services to commercial corridors. The Street Liaison is expected to deliver essential services to the business community within targeted commercial corridors found
- [Member Highlights – Stephanie Williamson-Horn](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/member-highlights-stephanie-williamson-horn/) - Meet one of our Corporate members: Stephanie Williamson-Horn Stephanie is a Project Manager at First American Equipment Finance. First American Equipment Finance, an RBC/City National Company, is a leader in equipment leasing and financing for commercial borrowers nationwide. What are you currently most excited about when it comes to your organization?First American’s most valuable asset
- [Monroe County Board of Elections is Actively Recruiting Spanish-Language Interpreters](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/monroe-county-board-of-elections-is-actively-recruiting-spanish-language-interpreters/) - The Monroe County Board of Elections is actively recruiting Spanish-language Interpreters for the upcoming Primary in June and the General Election in the fall. Particularly needed are individuals who have flexibility with their schedules and who are also bilingual. The salary stands at $17/hour and folks can be as young as 17 years of age. Must be
- [Market Days at the International Plaza Begin for the Season on May 5](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/market-days-at-the-international-plaza-begin-for-the-season-on-may-5/) - Create a trauma-informed environment in your financial coaching program. Free course!
- [City of Rochester to Host Upstate NY MWBE Conference](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/city-of-rochester-to-host-upstate-ny-mwbe-conference/) - Create a trauma-informed environment in your financial coaching program. Free course!
- [Alta Vista Groundbreaking for Safe Affordable Homes](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/alta-vista-groundbreaking-for-safe-affordable-homes/) - From 13wham.com: There was a special groundbreaking in downtown Rochester on Thursday. Alta Vista at St. Joseph's Park will provide safe and affordable housing. "This is the beginning of something that's even greater. We're going to keep going. We're going to keep developing housing," said Eugenio Marlin, Ibero-American Development Corporation. This is no slouch project
- [Member Highlights – Orlando Ortiz](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/member-highlights-orlando-ortiz/) - Meet one of our Corporate members: Orlando Ortiz Orlando is the CEO of RocOn Property Management, LLC. RocOn Property Management, LLC offers a complete list of services for investment properties for investors at all levels. This includes researching properties to purchase, analyze the deals, assist throughout the purchase process, and offer property management services after
- [Member Highlights – Alex Castro](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/member-highlights-alex-castro/) - Meet one of our Corporate members: Alex Castro Alex Castro is President and CEO of PathStone Corporation. PathStone's Enterprise Center mission is to provide tools and access to capital for business owners who have struggled due to systemic barriers. This affiliate is dedicated to supporting small business. https://www.theenterprisecenterinc.org/ What are you currently most excited about
- [Member Highlights – Octavio Garcia](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/member-highlights-octavio-garcia/) - Meet one of our Corporate members: Octavio Garcia Octavio Garcia is a realtor at The Garcia Team @ Hanna Commercial & Howard Hanna. What are you currently most excited about when it comes to your organization?We are dedicated to turning real estate dreams into reality. We strive to provide personalized, seamless transactions for residential buyers
- [Urban League of Rochester's Reimagine Program for Aspiring Entrepreneurs](https://rochesterhba.org/2024/urban-league-of-rochesters-reimagine-program-for-aspiring-entrepreneurs/) - Create a trauma-informed environment in your financial coaching program. Free course!
- [Member Highlights – Livia Sales-Genoves](https://rochesterhba.org/2023/member-highlights-livia-sales-genoves/) - Meet one of our Corporate members: Livia Sales-Genoves Livia Sales-Genoves is Director of Casa Hispana at Nazareth University. Casa Hispana is a language and cultural resource center where everyone, including the local community, is welcome. Spanish courses, children's programs, folkloric dance performances, food tastings, and art exhibits are just a few examples of the events
- [Member Highlights – Sandra Chevalier Blackman](https://rochesterhba.org/2023/member-highlights-sandra-chevalier-blackman/) - Meet one of our Corporate members: Sandra Chevalier Blackman Sandra Chevalier Blackman is Chief Executive Officer of Eugenio Maria de Hostos Charter School. Eugenio Maria de Hostos Charter School is a K-12 Charter School that offers bilingual services to students in the Rochester area. EMHCS is the longest standing charter school in Rochester, New York.
- [Member Highlights – Dennisse Cepeda](https://rochesterhba.org/2023/member-highlights-dennisse-cepeda/) - Meet one of our Corporate members: Dennisse Cepeda Dennisse Cepeda is CEO and Founder of Cepeda Insurance Agency, LLC. Cepeda Insurance Agency, provides all lines of insurance. Commercial/business insurance, Home/Renters, Auto, Health, Medicare, Life Insurance, Retirement, employee benefits packages, and so much more. What are you currently most excited about when it comes to your
- [Member Highlights – Jayslynn Antonetti](https://rochesterhba.org/2023/member-highlights-jayslynn-antonetti/) - Meet one of our Corporate members: Jayslynn Antonetti
- [Member Highlights – Agustin Rodriguez](https://rochesterhba.org/2023/member-highlights-agustin-rodriguez-2/) - Meet one of our Corporate members: Agustin Rodriguez Agustin Rodriguez is Sr Director of Social Enterprises and Development of Ibero Business Center. Ibero Business Center offers business training in classroom, one-on-one and virtual settings, business pitch competitions (for cohort members only), and business incubation via the International Plaza (in Rochester) and Naz716 (in Niagara Falls).
- [Press Release: Alex Castro Named 2023 Hispanic Businessperson of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2023/press-release-alex-castro-named-2023-hispanic-businessperson-of-the-year/) - PathStone Corporation’s President & CEO to Receive 32nd Annual RHBA Award ROCHESTER, NY (July 28, 2023) The Rochester Hispanic Business Association (RHBA) has named Alex Castro its 2023 Hispanic Businessperson of the Year. With extensive direct housing experience, Castro was appointed President & Chief Executive Officer by PathStone’s Board of Directors in 2020. PathStone Corporation
- [Mauricio Riveros 2014 Hispanic Business Person of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/mauricio-riveros-2014-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year/) - Mauricio Riveros Named Hispanic Business Person of the Year The Pike Company Executive Receives 25th Annual RHBA Award The Rochester Hispanic Business Association, a Rochester Business Alliance affiliate, named Mauricio Riveros its 2014 Hispanic Business Person of the Year. Riveros serves as Executive Vice President of The Pike Company, overseeing project operations and risk management. Riveros
- [2015 Hispanic Business Person of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/2015-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year/) - Press Release: Librada “Zury” Brown Named Hispanic Business Person of the Year El Pilon Criollo Restaurant Owner Receives 26th Annual RHBA Award The Rochester Hispanic Business Association (RHBA), a Rochester Business Alliance affiliate, named Librada “Zury” Brown its 2015 Hispanic Business Person of the Year. Brown owns El Pilon Criollo, a family restaurant on Rochester’s
- [Frank Garcia to Keynote RHBA Awards Luncheon](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/frank-garcia-to-keynote-rhba-awards-luncheon/) - Press Release: Frank Garcia to Keynote RHBA Awards LuncheonCEO of Go Green Technology Chairs NYS Coalition of Hispanic Chambers ROCHESTER, NY (July 12, 2017) The Rochester Hispanic Business Association (RHBA), a Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce affiliate, welcomes Frank Garcia as the keynote speaker for its September 26 Hispanic Business Person of the Year gala luncheon. Garcia
- [Eugenio Marlin Named Hispanic Business Person of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/eugenio-marlin-named-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year/) - Press Release: Eugenio Marlin Named Hispanic Business Person of the Year Ibero-American Development Corporation V.P. to Receive 28th Annual RHBA Award ROCHESTER, NY (July 28, 2017) The Rochester Hispanic Business Association (RHBA), a Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce affiliate, named Eugenio Marlin its 2017 Hispanic Business Person of the Year. Marlin currently serves as Vice President
- [Arline Santiago Named Hispanic Business Person of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/arline-santiago-named-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year/) - Press Release: Arline Santiago Named Hispanic Business Person of the Year ESL Sr. VP, General Counsel, and Legal Director to Receive RHBA Award ROCHESTER, NY (August 8, 2018) The Rochester Hispanic Business Association (RHBA), a Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce affiliate, named Arline Santiago its 2018 Hispanic Business Person of the Year. Santiago serves as
- [Dr. Jorge Diaz-Herrera to Keynote RHBA Gala Luncheon](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/dr-jorge-diaz-herrera-to-keynote-rhba-gala-luncheon/) - Keuka College President Emeritus to Address Rochester Hispanic Business Association ROCHESTER, NY (September 11, 2018) The Rochester Hispanic Business Association, a Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce affiliate, announced Keuka College President Emeritus Dr. Jorge Díaz-Herrera as the keynote speaker for its Hispanic Business Person of the Year gala luncheon September 27. ESL Federal Credit Union Senior
- [Orlando Ortiz Named Hispanic Business Person of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/orlando-ortiz-named-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year/) - Gleason Manager of Manufacturing, Puerto Rican Festival President ROCHESTER, NY (July 16, 2019) The Rochester Hispanic Business Association, a Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce affiliate, selected Orlando Ortiz as its 2019 Hispanic Business Person of the Year. The award recognizes an individual who has enhanced the local community with positive contributions or has contributed to
- [Press Release: Victor Antonetti, Jr. Named 2022 Hispanic Businessperson of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2022/press-release-victor-antonetti-jr-named-2022-hispanic-businessperson-of-the-year/) - Poder 97.1 Director of Marketing & Sponsorships to Receive 31st Annual RHBA Award ROCHESTER, NY (July 24, 2022) The Rochester Hispanic Business Association (RHBA), named Victor Antonetti, Jr. as its 2022 Hispanic Businessperson of the Year. With over 25 years of experience in marketing and sales, Antonetti currently serves as Director of Marketing and Sponsorships
- [Member Highlights – Jose Cruzado](https://rochesterhba.org/2023/member-highlights-jose-cruzado-2/) - Meet one of our Corporate members:Jose Cruzado. Jose is Chief Administrative Officer, Ibero American Action League, Inc. Ibero, a dual language multi service agency that uplifts, empowers, and advocates for Latinos and the underserved to achieve equity and become fully valued community members. What are you currently most excited about when it comes to your organization?The
- [RHBA becomes an affiliate of the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce](https://rochesterhba.org/2023/rhba-becomes-an-affiliate-of-the-u-s-hispanic-chamber-of-commerce/) - The Rochester Hispanic Business Association (RHBA), is now an affiliate chamber of the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC), joining a network of over 250 Hispanic Chambers of Commerce. Rochester Hispanic Business Association Chairperson Lisa Martinez DeVinney said, “We are delighted to announce this exciting partnership with USHCC, whose mission is to promote the growth,
- [STARTING SOON: Virtual Training Program for Women Entrepreneurs](https://rochesterhba.org/2023/starting-soon-virtual-training-program-for-women-entrepreneurs/) - FREE Virtual 7-Week Intensive Training Program for Women Entrepreneurs offered by The Enterprise Center at PathStone is "designed to take women entrepreneurs through the steps and processes needed to succeed in business, going from ideation to launch, from recession to expansion, and job creation." Will be held virtually on Tuesdays for 7 weeks starting March 14th, from
- [Digital Marketing Course for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses](https://rochesterhba.org/2022/digital-marketing-for-entrepreneurs-and-small-businesses/) - Roberts Wesleyan College's The Community Institutes is offering a course where you can learn more about Websites and SEO: how to create a plan, choose a platform, and create a great online presence yourself! It's directed at small businesses, is very affordable, and starts in late March (Wednesdays 24 & 31). This course is part
- [City to Host Upstate MWBE Conference March 22-24](https://rochesterhba.org/2023/city-to-host-upstate-mwbe-conference-march-22-24/) - The City of Rochester is offering the Upstate MWBE Conference "to promote meaningful conversations on a variety of topics to help MWBEs better understand the MWBE certification process, meet contractual obligations and establish relationships among industry peers and large 'prime contractor' firms that often subcontract MWBEs. The discussions will emphasize the challenges and opportunities of
- [IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: First Annual Upstate New York MWBE Summit](https://rochesterhba.org/2023/first-annual-upstate-new-york-mwbe/) - On January 24th, I had the pleasure of attending the First Annual Upstate New York Minority and Women-Owned Enterprise (MWBE) Summit, held at the beautiful Memorial Art Gallery. For those of you who attended the RHBA’s November Business Lunch, you may recall that our speaker, Matthew Burrell, Monroe County’s MWBE Utilization Manager, invited us to
- [Photos of the RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year Luncheon](https://rochesterhba.org/2022/photos-of-the-rhba-luncheon/) - Here are some images of our RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year (HBPOY) Luncheon.
- [Hispanic Business Person of the Year Announced!](https://rochesterhba.org/2022/hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-announced/) - Congratulations to our 2022 Hispanic Business Person of the Year, Victor Antonetti, Jr.!! Working with his nominator, Rosa Martinez, we pulled off an epic surprise this Wednesday at the Ibero Community Resource Center, where he currently works as the Marketing Director at Poder 97.1 FM. Among his many accomplishments, Victor has also significantly and positively
- [Announced Guest Speaker For 2022 HBPOY Luncheon](https://rochesterhba.org/2022/announced-guest-speaker-for-2022-hbpoy/) - We are delighted to announce our keynote speaker for the RHBA's Annual Luncheon on September 20, 2022! Orlando Ortiz, our very own 2019 Hispanic Business Person of the Year will deliver the main address as we celebrate the 2022 winner. Mr. Ortiz is Manager of Manufacturing at The Gleason Works, President of the Puerto Rican
- [Member Highlights – Liliana Ruíz](https://rochesterhba.org/2022/member-highlights-liliana-ruiz/) - Meet one of the new members of the RHBA board for the 2022-24 term: Liliana Ruíz. Liliana Ruíz currently serves as the City of Rochester’s Director of Special Projects and Educational Initiatives. A former New York City resident, Ruíz interned for WBLS-FM and WDKX-FM. Upon graduation from Long Island University – CW Post, Ruiz started
- [Business Lunch: Pivoting Through The Pandemic](https://rochesterhba.org/2022/business-lunch-with-john-rodriguez/) - Many thanks to everyone who came out to our Business Lunch lunch at The Commissary on June 21st, 2022. We were treated to a delicious lunch from the good folks at Que Chevere and listened to our fantastic speaker John Rodríguez, who gave us a dynamic presentation about Pivoting Through The Pandemic. Following is a
- [RHBA 5 de Mayo Networking & DEI Event](https://rochesterhba.org/2022/rhba-5-de-mayo-networking-dei-event/) - Gallery of our 5 de Mayo networking event, with the presentation of DEI from a Latinx Perspective by special guest speaker Mercedes Ramírez Fernández, Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, and Diversity Officer at the University of Rochester.
- [Women of Excellence Program Honors Liliana Ruiz](https://rochesterhba.org/2022/women-of-excellence-program-honors-liliana-ruiz/) - RHBA board member Liliana Ruiz, City of Rochester Director of Special Projects and Educational Initiatives, is among the forty area ladies being honored in 2022 with the Women of Excellence Award by the Rochester Business Journal. Congratulations! Ms. Ruiz is the third RHBA member honored. Hilda Escher, then an RHBA member and CEO of Ibero, was
- [Member Highlights – Agustín Rodríguez](https://rochesterhba.org/2022/member-highlights-agustin-rodriguez/) - Meet one of the new members of the RHBA board for the 2022-24 term: Agustín Rodríguez. Agustín Rodríguez is the Senior Director of Ibero Business Center (IBC), a division of Ibero-American Action League, Inc. He handles business courses, consulting, technical assistance, lending, and share-space for aspiring and existing entrepreneurs. Agustin’s background is in banking and
- [RHBA Announces New Board For 2022-24](https://rochesterhba.org/2022/rhba-announces-new-board-for-2022-24/) - Association Elects Three New Members to Board of Directors. For immediate release Rochester, NY, January 18, 2022 - The Rochester Hispanic Business Association (RHBA) has elected a new Board of Directors for the 2022-24 term: Chairperson: Lisa Martinez DeVinney; Vice-chair: Orlando Rivera; Immediate past chair: Grace Tillinghast; Treasurer: Agustín Rodríguez; Secretary: Elena Nescio; Members-at-Large: Sergio
- [Member Highlights – Elena Nescio](https://rochesterhba.org/2022/member-highlights-elena-nescio/) - Meet one of the new members of the RHBA board for the 2022-24 term: Elena Nescio. Elena Nescio is a creative, collaborative, strategic leader and educator. She is passionate about giving back to the Rochester community and empowering local businesses. Elena works full-time as a clinical faculty member at the University of Rochester in the
- [Letter from the Chairperson](https://rochesterhba.org/2022/letter-from-the-chairperson/) - To the members of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association, Thanks to your votes, a new RHBA Board of Directors has been elected for the 2022-2024 term and we are very excited to continue the good work RHBA has been doing for its members and the Rochester community since 1989. Your new Board members are as
- [RHBA member company in the news](https://rochesterhba.org/2021/rhba-member-company-in-the-news/) - LaBella Associates remain the highest-ranked among Rochester-based companies on the Engineering News-Record Top 500 design Firms List. Our congratulations to RHBA board member Sergio Esteban and everyone at LaBella. More details...
- [RHBA Scholarships For Two Hispanic Students](https://rochesterhba.org/2021/rhba-scholarships-for-two-hispanic-students/) - As every year, since 2000, the Rochester Hispanic Business Association is awarding two scholarships to Hispanic High School students who are college-bound. This year’s recipients are: Angel Ricardo Alvarez, a senior at Greece Athena High School. He will attend St. John Fisher College in the fall and plans to study accounting. Morgan Vidal, a senior
- [Changes to the Paycheck Protection Program for Self-Employed Business](https://rochesterhba.org/2021/changes-to-the-paycheck-protection-program/) - Empire Justice Center recently posted several webinars about changes in the Paycheck Protection Program (the “PPP”). The PPP will now use Gross Income instead of Net Income in the application form to calculate how much self-employed business owners can borrow. This will allow small business owners to borrow more money in the form of loans
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2007](https://rochesterhba.org/2007/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2007/) - The Rochester Hispanic Business Association celebrated its annual luncheon and business expo on October 18, 2007 at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center. During this luncheon RHBA presented the 2007 Hispanic Business Person of the Year award to Juan Contreras, owner of Empanada Stop. Our thanks to Adriana Hoppe for sharing her pictures with us.
- [5 de Mayo Celebration at Casa Hispana 2007](https://rochesterhba.org/2007/rhba-5-de-mayo-2007/) - RHBA 5 de Mayo Celebration at Casa Hispana 2007
- [RHBA Sponsors Scholarship for Hispanic Students - 2007](https://rochesterhba.org/2007/rhba-sponsors-hispanic-students-2007/) - On July 23rd, 2007 Eduardo Navarro, president of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association presented a $1,000 check to the Hispanic Scholarship Endowment Fund during Ibero-American Action League Annual Scholarship Gala. The RHBA donation will sponsor 2 local Hispanic students. Accepting is Hilda Rosario Escher, Ibero's CEO; in the background, Grace Tillinghast, chair of the Scholarship
- [SBA Paycheck Protection Program Loan FREE Webinar on February 11, 2021, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm](https://rochesterhba.org/2021/sba-paycheck-protection-program-loan-free-webinar/) - Empire Justice Center, Genesee Co-Op, and Five Star Bank are presenting a FREE webinar for small businesses to learn whether they are eligible for the second round of the Paycheck Protection Program. The webinar is targeted at small and micro-businesses in the Rochester area, including Black, Brown, and immigrant-owned businesses; businesses with 10 or fewer
- [New Relief Program for Small Minority Business](https://rochesterhba.org/2021/new-relief-program-for-small-minority-business/) - The Urban League of Rochester and ESL Foundation join forces to help minority businesses during the pandemic. The Urban League of Rochester has announced a new $300,000 program to support small businesses in Monroe County. The Sustaining Small Businesses and COVID-19 Relief Grant Program is intended to help selected woman- and minority-owned businesses. The Urban League
- [RHBA Membership Dues in 2021](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/rhba-membership-dues-in-2021/) - RHBA has not been able to offer the activities we have been used to every year: monthly lunches, networking events, and the selection and celebration of the 2020 HBPOY. Taking that into consideration, we have decided not to ask members to pay their membership dues in 2021. Instead, the 2020 dues will carry everyone until
- [RHBA Members Among Best Places to Work for Medium Size Companies](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/rhba-members-among-best-places-to-work-for-medium-size-companies/) - Three RHBA corporate members are among Great Place To Work and Fortune magazine's 30 Best Small and Medium Workplaces in NYS and Top 100 Best Medium Workplaces in the U.S. for 2020: First American Equipment FinanceESL Federal Credit Union LaBella Associates. They are all based in the Rochester area. ESL is also celebrating its 100
- [Pueblo Nuevo Kicks Off!](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/pueblo-nuevo-kicks-off/) - Further transformation of Rochester’s El Camino neighborhood kicked off with the official groundbreaking of Pueblo Nuevo I. It is a 25 million redevelopment project spearheaded by Ibero American Development Corp, the development arm of RHBA corporate member Ibero American Action League. Click here for more information about this announcement. To learn more about el camino
- [Member Highlights – Diana Simpatico](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/member-highlights-diana-simpatico/) - Diana is an Organizational Development & Human Resource professional with seventeen years of management, diversity/inclusion, human resources, training, employment, consulting, and supervisory experience. She is known for successful goal setting, program monitoring with proven abilities in organizing management workflow and utilizing a proactive approach. She is a leader with a track record of increasing operational
- [YMCA of Greater Rochester to help students](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/ymca-of-greater-rochester-to-help-students/) - The YMCA of Greater Rochester, an RHBA corporate member, has introduced Y School of ROC, a way to allow locals students to continue their education in a safe, clean environment at the Y. The Y offers a number of programs in the community and this one certainly will help working parents knowing that their children are
- [RHBA will not name a HBPOY in 2020](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/rhba-will-not-name-a-hbpoy-in-2020/) - Under the present circumstances, the Rochester Hispanic Business Association has decided not to name an honoree this year during our annual gala. The next Hispanic Business Person of the Year will be named in 2021. The date of the Gala lunch will be Tuesday, September 21, 2021.
- [RHBA Awards Two Scholarships to Hispanic Students](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/rhba-awards-two-scholarships-to-hispanic-students/) - Following a yearly tradition that started about twenty years ago, RHBA awards scholarships to Hispanic students who are college bound. This year’s recipients are: Noel Omar Nieves, who graduates from Eastridge High School and will attend SUNY Brockport to study Computer Science. Stephanie Romero, who attended Webster Schroeder High School and plans to major in
- [Economic Injury Loans through the U.S. Small Business Administration](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/economic-injury-loans-through-the-u-s-small-business-administration/) - These loans are now available in New York State! Following up on the economic impact that our local, regional and national economy is feeling from the outbreak of Coronavirus COVID-19. Some good news for everyone to share with businesses looking for Economic Injury Loans through the U.S. Small Business Administration –These loans are now available
- [RHBA member named Minett professor](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/rhba-member-named-minett-professor/) - Orlando Ortiz, the 2019 Hispanic Business Person of the Year, was named the 19th Minett professor at RIT. He becomes the seventh Hispanic to be so honored, and the fourth HBPOY. Previously the following recipients of the RHBA Award to be named Minett professors were: Carlos Carballada (2010 HBPOY), Augie Melendez (2001 HBPOY), and Pete
- [ESL Federal Credit Union Awards Grant](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/esl-federal-credit-union-awards-grant/) - ESL, an RHBA corporate member, is awarding a 4 million grant to the United Way of Rochester to support local health and human service agencies that provide basic need programs. Due to the pandemic, the need for help has increased dramatically. Congratulations to ESL for their generosity as the community faces unprecedented challenges. For more
- [Member Highlights - Rodrigo Gutierrez](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/member-highlights-rodrigo-gutierrez/) - Rodrigo Gutierrez is a real estate agent at Coldwell Banker Custom Realty, serving the Greater Rochester NY area and beyond. Gutierrez was born in northern Mexico and grew up in South Texas. Se habla Español! After graduating from Yale University with a Bachelors degree, Gutierrez began his career as a teacher. He received his Master's
- [Community Health Workers Drive Thru Care Package and Mask Give Away](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/community-health-workers-drive-thru-care-package-and-mask-give-away/) - Drive Through for a Community Health Worker care package and get masks for you and your community. Make sure you are taking care of yourself during this time. Friday, August 7th2pm-4pmAvalon Roc470 State StreetRochester, NY 14608First Come, First ServeQuestions call: 585-330-5234www.chwrochester-ny.org Are you a community health worker? Health Coach Patient NavigatorFamily Advocate Peer Counselor Promotora(or) de salud or more...
- [RHBA Member Named to Commission](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/rhba-member-named-to-commission/) - Arline Santiago, RHBA member and 2018 Hispanic Business Person of the Year, has been named the third co-chair of the Commission on Racial and Structural Equality. The commission was launched by Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren and County Executive Adam Bello to develop legislation and policies aimed at addressing inequality and systemic racism. Arline Santiago is
- [LaBella keeps growing!](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/labella-keeps-growing/) - RHBA Corporate member LaBella continues to grow after after its most recent acquisition of Harmony Architectural Associates, PC, of Syracuse. This is the fifth acquisition LaBella has made in the past three years. Congratulations! To read more, visit Labella's site here!
- [RHBA Chair Reappointed to MCC Board](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/rhba-chair-reappointed-to-mcc-board/) - RHBA Board Chair Grace Tillinghast has been reappointed by the Monroe County Legislature to the Board of Trustees of Monroe Community College. Ms. Tillinghast was first appointed in 2009, and reappointed five years ago. Since then she has held various positions in the board and presently serves as vice chair. She is delighted that she
- [Ibero’s Affordable Housing Project](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/iberos-affordable-housing-project/) - Ibero is looking to purchase fifteen parcels from the city of Rochester. “Right now, the space that we will utilize is open space. We are taking about a massive development which we will name ‘Pueblo Nuevo’ and change that section of the city”, said Eugenio Marlin, executive director of Ibero’s Development Corporation. The project calls
- [Scholarship Awards for Hispanic Students](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/scholarship-awards-for-hispanic-students/) - As of May 2020, the awards ceremony has been canceled. The 2020 awards ceremony will be held at the Riverside Convention Center on June 20th. The program received over a hundred applications from seniors in the eight-county area who plan to enter college in the fall of this year. Applicants are from public, charter and
- [RHBA Board Member Receives Award](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/rhba-board-member-receives-award/) - Orlando Rivera has been named to the list of Top 100 Latino Real Estate agents in the Northeast. Sincere congratulations on behalf of all our members and keep up the good work.
- [Member Highlights - Jose Cruzado](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/member-highlights-jose-cruzado/) - Jose Cruzado is the Chief Clerk and Commissioner of Jurors for the Livingston County Supreme Court. He has a Master’s Degree in Strategic Leadership from Robert Wesleyan College in Rochester, New York. Jose has 30 years of experience working in law enforcement and the NYS Courts. He is the Vice President of the the NYS Commissioner
- [The Puerto Rican Festival Announces Postponement](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/the-puerto-rican-festival-announces-postponement/) - PUERTO RICAN FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES POSTPONEMENT OF ITS 51st CELEBRATION The festival postpones its 2020 celebration due to current COVID-19 pandemic conditions. Rochester, NY / April 17, 2020 – The Puerto Rican Festival, Inc. announces, after consulting with the City of Rochester, that the festival board and City of Rochester has jointly decided to postpone the Puerto Rican Festival
- [Members Highlights - Daniel Zea](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/members-highlights-daniel-zea/) - Since 2000, Daniel Zea has devoted his practice to handling workers’ compensation claims before the NYS Workers’ Compensation Board, in trial, Board Panel, and appellate level proceedings. Having appeared at thousands of hearings over that time span, Dan has developed a strong knowledge of the workers’ compensation law and the unique and complex issues that
- [Income Tax Extensions 2020](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/income-tax-extensions-2020/) - By Vilma Burgos Torres, Burgos Income Tax.Inc The U. S. Treasury Department and the IRS have announced two changes affecting tax returns due to the Coronavirus outbreak. First, the filing deadline is extended from April 15, 2020, to July 15, 2020. Secondly, the same deadline is extended for those who owe IRS money they have
- [RHBA Member shares tips on video conferencing on RBJ](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/rhba-member-shares-tips-on-video-conferencing-on-rbj/) - Article written by Diana Louise Carter and can be found here. New at video conferencing? Here are tips from a local pro While home-bound workers are doing their jobs remotely, sometimes for the first time, one local company has created a guide that could help many, many businesses carry on in the wake of a
- [Call for Nominations: 2020 RHBOY](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/call-for-nominations-2020-rhboy/) - The most exciting event of RHBA is soon approaching: the Hispanic Business Person of the Year luncheon gala, where we will recognize the 2020 Hispanic Business Person of the Year. We need your help identifying a local Hispanic professional, entrepreneur or executive who has enhanced the Hispanic community, and the community at large, with a
- [RHBA Member Talks about Small Business](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/rhba-member-talks-about-small-business/) - Jaira Santiago, owner of Beads and Bangles by Jaira, participated as a panelist during the TedX Ibero Salon on February 26. She was the only female business person in the group. She shared how she started her own business with an investment of $1,500. While raising two small children, Jaira worked tirelessly to bring her jewels and
- [RHBA Member Is Featured Keynote Speaker](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/rhba-member-is-featured-keynote-speaker/) - RHBA member and former vice chair of the Board, Luis Martinez, was the keynote speaker for the Reagan Day Celebration at the Burgundy Basin Inn on February 27th, 2020. The topic of his speech was “What Makes America Exceptional: An Immigrant’s Perspective”. For more information about the event, those interested may contact the organizer at ajd@danielefamily.com
- [New book by RHBA member](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/new-book-by-rhba-member/) - RHBA member Jane Sutter recently wrote and published a new book, Beloved Burlington: Featuring businesses you knew and loved! The book strikes a nostalgia chord with Baby Boomers who grew up in Jane’s hometown of Burlington, Iowa. The book features a dozen well-known businesses and interviews with the families that owned the businesses, along with
- [Javier Quintana Appointed to RHBA Board](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/javier-quintana-appointed-to-rhba-board/) - Long time RHBA member Javier Quintana was appointed to fill a vacancy in the association’s Board of Directors. Javier is Assistant Vice President and Branch Manager at the College Town Community Office of Canandaigua National Bank. CNB is one of our corporate members. Congratulations and welcome!
- [Manuel Rivera-Ortiz Foundation for Documentary Photography & Film](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/manuel-rivera-ortiz-foundation-for-documentary-photography-film/) - Our guest speaker for the February, 2020 RHBA business lunch was internationally known photographer Manuel Rivera- Ortiz. Mr. Rivera-Ortiz discussed his background and work documenting people’s living conditions in the developing world. He also shared information about the Manuel Rivera-Ortiz Foundation for Documentary Photography & Film. To learn more about the Foundation and related matters,
- [Members Highlights - Damaris Rivera](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/members-highlights-damaris-rivera/) - Damaris Rivera started her career in real estate by accident while searching for a rental space for her pet boutique “Pinky’s Pet Connection”. At the age of 21, Damaris closed on her first real estate property, a commercial building. Her first few years she managed commercial and residential tenants and learned the insides and out
- [SCORE: Branding Your Business](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/score-branding-your-business/) - This SCORE interactive workshop will give you the foundation of building your own brand. Learn what "branding" is and why it is important for your business. For more details and to register for this webinar, click here! March 11, 2020, 11am Five Star Bank Community Room 395 Westfall Rd Near Costco Rochester, NY,
- [RHBA Board Member Appointed to Monroe County Board](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/rhba-board-member-appointed-to-monroe-county-board/) - The Monroe County Legislature recently confirmed the appointment of Orlando Rivera to the Monroe County Planning Board. The Monroe County Planning Board is charged with reviewing and recommending a six year capital improvement program which outlines the major improvements slated for County facilities (parks, roads, buildings, etc.). The Board also reviews and recommends amendments to
- [39th Borinquen Dance Theatre Annual Performance](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/39th-borinquen-dance-theatre-annual-performance/) - Borinquen Dance Theatre (BDT) was born in 1981 at the Puerto Rican Festival of Rochester, NY by Nydia Padilla-Rodriguez, M.Ed., the Founder & artistic director as well as a RHBA member. BDT was incorporated as a not-for-profit organization in 2002. Dance classes have been meeting year-round at Hochstein School of Music and Dance since 1985,
- [RHBA Members named in 2020 Best Companies to Work for in New York list](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/rhba-members-named-in-2020-best-companies-to-work-for-in-new-york-list/) - Congratulations to our RHBA members, First American Equipment Finance and The Pike Company, for being honored in this annual list! The 2020 Best Companies to Work for in New York list features companies small, medium, and large across the state. Both First American Equipment Finance and The Pike Company have proven they can create an
- [SCORE: Developing Your Overall Marketing Strategy](https://rochesterhba.org/2020/score-developing-your-overall-marketing-strategy/) - This Score webinar, presented by Senior Marketing Program Specialist Deb Staiger, will give you the tools you need to quickly, easily and effectively create your ideal marketing strategy. For more details and to register for this webinar, click here!
- [RHBA Lunches in 2020](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/rhba-lunches-in-2020/) - Our business lunches feature a guest speaker to address attendees about diverse topics of interest. Lunches take place on the third Tuesday of most months and are held at D’Mangu, the Dominican restaurant at 1475 East Henrietta Road. Attendees may pay online at the event page or at the door (cash/check only). Members: $12 Non-members:
- [LaBella announces new leadership team](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/labella-announces-new-leadership-team/) - RHBA corporate member LaBella announces a new leadership team effective on January 1st, 2020. As part of a planned succession plan, current CEO Sergio Esteban, and current president Robert Healy will take in new roles as Firm Principals. They will continue to support client relationships, business development and community relations and will maintain their current board
- [2020 ATHENA International Awards Dinner](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/2020-athena-international-awards-dinner/) - The ATHENA International Award® honors professional women leaders who strive toward the highest levels of personal and professional accomplishments, devote time to their community, and forge paths of leadership for other women. The dinner will be held at the Floreano convention center on January 23, 2020. For more details, click here!
- [Scholarship Applications for Hispanic Area Students](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/scholarship-applications-for-hispanic-area-students/) - Calling all Hispanic students who are current high school seniors, with a GPA of a B or higher, and are planning to attend college in the fall of 2020 - you may apply for a scholarship through the Hispanic Scholarship Endowment Fund! Applications have been distributed to all area high schools including public, private and charter
- [2019 RHBA Board Elections](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/2019-rhba-board-elections/) - The membership approved the slate of officers who will govern the association from January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2021. Grace Tillinghast was re-elected chair. The other members of the board are Fernan Cepero (secretary), Lisa Martinez DeVinney (treasurer), Sergio Esteban, Eugenio Marlin (vice chair), Luis Ormaechea, Orlando Rivera and Vilma Burgos Torres.
- [Sergio Esteban 2012 Rochester Hispanic Business Person of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/sergio-esteban-named-2012-rochester-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year/) - The Rochester Hispanic Business Association it has chosen Sergio Esteban, CEO of LaBella Associates, P.C., as its 2012 Hispanic Business Person of the Year. “Sergio epitomizes everything that one looks for in an honoree,” said Grace Tillinghast, chair of Rochester Hispanic Business Association, an affiliate of the Rochester Business Alliance. “He is a respected business
- [2012 RHBA Annual Luncheon Keynote Speaker](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/2012-rhba-annual-luncheon-keynote-speaker/) - José María Cirujano Vice President – Operations Iberdrola USA José María Cirujano is vice president of operations for Iberdrola USA’s three operating companies—Central Maine Power, NYSEG and Rochester Gas & Electric—which serve more than 2.4 million customers across New York and Maine. In this role, he is responsible for leading the implementation of the expertise,
- [2014 Hispanic Business Person of the Year - Call for Nominations](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/2014-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-call-for-nominations/) - 2014 Hispanic Business Person of the Year Call for nominations RHBA needs your help in identifying individuals who have enhanced the Hispanic community with a significant, positive contribution or who have contributed to the economic development and business interests of the Greater Rochester Hispanic community. The contribution may be in the arts, athletics, business, education,
- [RHBA Treasurer Receives Award](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/rhba-treasurer-receives-award/) - Lisa Martinez DeVinney, RHBA treasurer, received the Inspirational Leadership Award at the Latinas Unidas Reconocimiento Awards Luncheon on November 18th. Lisa is an active member of Latinas Unidas as well as other groups in the community.
- [How to Bounce Back After Your Business Closes](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/how-to-bounce-back-after-your-business-closes/) - By Carla Lopez of Boomerbiz.org When a business venture doesn’t go quite the way you planned, you may be left feeling as though you’ve failed, which can be difficult emotionally. You may even feel the onset of depression or anxiety, and many entrepreneurs have found that their self-esteem took a hit once they were forced
- [Arline Santiago Named ATHENA Finalist](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/arline-santiago-named-athena-finalist/) - RHBA member Arline Santiago, and our 2018 Hispanic Business Person of the Year, has been named among the finalists for the prestigious ATHENA Award. Arline is Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Director of Legal at ESL Federal Credit Union. The winner will be announced at a dinner on January 23, 2020. Congratulations!
- [2020 Census](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/2020-census/) - Interested in being a census taker next year? Apply on the website to be considered. There is a need for Spanish-speaking individuals.
- [Members Highlights - Miguel A. Fernandez](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/members-highlights-miguel-a-fernandez/) - Miguel is a Financial Advisor who provides clients customized financial strategies and recommendations tailored to their specific goals. He helps them pursue their financial objectives and assists them in the fulfillment of their income and savings needs, as well as retirement and legacy goals. Miguel provides clients with knowledge of their investment alternatives to help
- [2019 HBPOY Speech](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/2019-hbpoy-speech/) - After receiving the Hispanic Business Person of the Year award, Orlando Ortiz gave an emotional, well received speech. Being a very humble person, which is one of his many traits, he asked that all those who have helped him in his journey, starting with his parents, to stand up. It was very moving when the
- [Top 100 area business](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/top-100-area-business/) - Several companies owned and managed by RHBA members are featured in the 2019 list of the Rochester Chamber Top 100 area businesses. They are: FM Office Express, LaBella Associates, and LeChase Construction Services. Congratulations to all for such a distinction and for the work they do in our community. There will be an awards dinner
- [RHBA member and the Puerto Rican Festival](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/rhba-member-and-the-puerto-rican-festival/) - RHBA member, Alfred Burgos, of Burgos Income Tax, was featured on WHEC during the 50th Anniversary of the Puerto Rican Festival in Rochester NY. Burgos has attended the festival every year for the last fifty years! From its small and humble beginnings, the Puerto Rican Festival has always been about celebrating Puerto Rican culture, music,
- [ROC Tech Conference 2019](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/roc-tech-conference-2019/) - The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Innovative Solutions to offer a premier technology conference in the region! The event will be held at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center on Thursday, September 12, 2019, from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. For more details, click here!
- [RHBA Member Running for County Legislature](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/rhba-member-running-for-county-legislature/) - RHBA Orlando Rivera, co-chair of the events committee, is running for the 26th district of the Monroe County Legislature. The district covers part of the city of Rochester, Gates and Greece. Mr. Rivera, a native of Rochester, attended Bishop Kearney High School and SUNY Postdam. He is very active in the community and is a
- [Advertise in the RHBOY 2019 Program](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/advertise-in-the-rhboy-2019-program/) - Members and friends may purchase ads to congratulate RHBA on its 30th Anniversary, the 2019 HBPOY or the keynote speaker, Adrian Hale, Senior Manager, Workforce/Economic Development and Education Initiatives at the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce. Full page ad: Cost $250.00 Specs. 4.5 X 7.5 inches Half page ad: Cost $150.00 Specs. 4.5 X 3.75
- [Dr. Jorge Diaz Herrera Recently Honored](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/dr-jorge-diaz-herrera-recently-honored/) - Dr. Jorge L. Díaz-Herrera, was honored on June 22nd at the official Presidential portrait ceremony unveiling his likeness at Keuka College. As the 19th president of Keuka College, Dr. Díaz-Herrera was the first Hispanic to serve in that capacity. He led the college from 2011 to 2018. RHBA members may remember Dr. Díaz-Herrera as our
- [RHBA Member Named Finalist for Financial Executive of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/rhba-member-named-finalist-for-financial-executive-of-the-year/) - Congratulations to Joe Guage, Chief Financial Officer for First American Equipment Finance and now finalist for Financial Executive of the Year. The Rochester Chapter of Financial Executives International and the Rochester Business Journal will present the 12th annual Financial Executive of the Year awards at the Convention Center. Joe was a guest speaker at our January business
- [Members Highlights - Miriam Rivera](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/members-highlights-miriam-rivera/) - Born and raised in New York, I'm proud to serve Rochester as your local Farmers® agent. At my agency, we focus on providing outstanding customer service and ensuring each client is educated on the coverage options to suit their specific needs. Located between the cities of Rochester and Gates, my agency will ensure this process
- [LaBella Among Top 500 Design Companies](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/labella-among-top-500-design-companies/) - LaBella, one of RHBA's corporate members, is one of four local enterprises who have made the 2019 list of the Top 500 Design Firms with the Engineering News-Record. Congratulations to RHBA Board-member Sergio Esteban and all our friends at LaBella!
- [RBJ presents Women of Excellence](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/rbj-presents-women-of-excellence/) - Congratulations to RHBA's Chairperson, Grace Tillinghast, and her nomination in the Circle of Excellence! The Women of Excellence awards will be presented Thursday, May 9th, at an awards celebration from 5:30 to 8:30pm at the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center. Winners will be profiled in the May 10th issue of the Rochester Business
- [SCORE - Grow Your Business](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/score-grow-your-business/) - Seize the Market - Grow Your Business Free workshop course on Marketing for businesses. May 1, 2019. For more details, click here!
- [2019 Latino Leadership Development Program](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/2019-latino-leadership-development-program/) - The United Way of Greater Rochester is pleased to announce that they are now accepting applications for the 2019 Latino Leadership Development Program (LLDP). The primary focus of LLDP is the development and application of effective leadership skills and competencies in one’s professional and volunteer pursuits. It’s an exciting time to get involved with United
- [Miriam Rivera to Open Another Branch of Farmers Insurance](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/miriam-rivera-to-open-another-branch-of-farmers-insurance/) - RHBA member, Miriam Rivera, has announced the Grand Opening of a second Farmers Insurance branch serving the Gates and Chili area. The Grand Opening event will take place on Wednesday, May 8th at 511 Beahan Road, Suite B from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Congratulations and best wishes as you expand your business!
- [Members Highlights - Farmers Insurance](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/members-highlights-farmers-insurance/) - In 1928, two men shared a dream of providing a quality insurance product at a reasonable price. In the decades that followed we’ve grown and adapted to meet the changing needs of Americans. But one constant has remained: We have an unwavering commitment to uphold our founding ideals to provide industry-leading products and first-rate services
- [Business Survey in the City of Rochester](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/business-survey-in-the-city-of-rochester/) - The Office of Community Wealth Building of the City of Rochester is conducting a survey of business owners. To fill the survey electronically use the link bi.ly/RocSmallBiz. Paper copies are available at the central library, neighborhood center and City Hall.
- [Rochester Chamber: 360 Sustainability - Achieve More With Less](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/rochester-chamber-360-sustainability-achieve-more-with-less/) - Learn how organizations have invested the time and effort to complete a 360 degree efficiency assessment of their operations. April 3, 2019 For more details, clicks here!
- [SCORE: SEO, Not Just For Rankings Anymore!](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/score-seo-not-just-for-rankings-anymore/) - 3 week workshop starting March 23, 2019. For more details, clicks here!
- [50th Annual Puerto Rican Festival Gala](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/50th-annual-puerto-rican-festival-gala/) - Celebration of 50 years in the Rochester community! Featuring a three course dinner, dance performances, and a live performance by Micheal Stuart. Tickets needed. April 13, 2019. For more details, clicks here!
- [Leadership Breakfast](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/leadership-breakfast/) - Why Agility Matters with Drew Saur, CIO of the Palmer Family of Companies at Roberts Wesleyan College on March 15, 2019. March 15, 2019. For more details, click here!
- [30 Years of Service](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/30-years-of-service/) - Since 1989, our Mission has remained the same: To increase the visibility of Hispanic professionals and business owners in the Rochester area by providing a forum to network and interact with other members of the business community and political leaders. Our goal has always been to enhance the economic, educational and political development of the Hispanic
- [SCORE: Finance Boot Camp](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/score-finance-boot-camp/) - Free 7 week SCORE workshop for women entrepreneurs starting February 28, 2019. For more details, click here!
- [Rochester Chamber: The Challenge for Business and Society](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/rochester-chamber-the-challenge-for-business-and-society/) - Rochester TRENDS: The Challenge for Business and Society: From Risk to Reward. At this February 13 Rochester TRENDS Featured Speaker Series event, Stanley Litow plans to discuss the role of corporations in society and why that topic is one of the most contested issues in American life. Learn more about this event here!
- [Rosario-Escher, Divers, HCR Receive 2019 ATHENA Awards](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/rosario-escher-divers-hcr-receive-2019-athena-awards/) - Rosario-Escher, Divers, HCR Receive 2019 ATHENA Awards Honoring Women Leaders in the Rochester and Finger Lakes Region ROCHESTER, NY (January 24, 2019) Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce and its Women’s Council affiliate presented IBERO-American Action League President and CEO Hilda Rosario-Escher with their 33nd annual ATHENA International Award. Shaquana Divers, Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield Executive
- [RHBA Welcomes Members in 2019](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/rhba-welcomes-members-in-2019/) - RHBA welcomes new and returning members and encourages them to participate in the events planned by the association during our 30th anniversary year. Check our calendar of events for dates and venues, as well as the directory to see who our members are.
- [Scholarship Applications for Hispanic Students](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/scholarship-applications-for-hispanic-students/) - Hispanic students who are residents of Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Wayne or Yates counties, who have a grade point average of 3.0 (B) or better, and plan to attend college in the fall 2019, may apply to the Hispanic Scholarship Endowment Fund. Application forms are available at guidance offices in all schools – public and
- [Magaly Rosario Appointed to New Position](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/magaly-rosario-appointed-to-new-position/) - RHBA member, and co-chair of the Events Committee, Magaly Rosario, has been appointed Executive Director of Eugenio Maria de Hostos Charter School. Magaly has been Program Manager for Big Brothers Big Sisters and will step down from that position on January 18th. Congratulations and best wishes as you join the team at Hostos, the first
- [RHBA 29th Annual Celebration](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/rhba-29th-annual-celebration/) - At this year’s celebration during Hispanic History Month, Arline Santiago, VP and legal counsel at ESL Federal Credit Union, received the award as the 2018 Hispanic Business Person of the Year. The 2019 celebration, and the 30th anniversary of the association, will be held on Tuesday, September 24, 2019. Special thanks to our event photographer,
- [Personal Tax update](https://rochesterhba.org/2019/personal-tax-update/) - by Alfred Burgos, President of Burgos Income Tax.Inc. This is the second installment of Tax Cuts and Jobs Acts, TCJA or tax reform. Personal tax rates have been reduced; this change will impact individual tax filing for 2019. Some of the changes that will affect families include increasing the standard deduction, increasing the child tax
- [RHBA Holiday Party 2018](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/rhba-holiday-party-2018/) - Thanks to all of our members, faculty and staff of Nazareth College and especially Nazareth's fantastic students who attended our holiday party at Casa Hispana on December 6th. Fun was had by all with plenty of good food and sangria! Feliz Navidad! Special thanks to Livia Sales-Genoves, Director of Casa Hispana! The Casa Hispana at Nazareth College
- [2019 ATHENA International Awards](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/2019-athena-international-awards/) - The ATHENA Awards is brought to you by the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce and its affiliate the Women’s Council. The ATHENA Award® actively supports and celebrates the ATHENA mission of supporting, developing and honoring achievements of exceptional women leaders, inspiring women to reach their full potential—creating balance in leadership worldwide. The ATHENA Award® honors
- [Business Tax Updates for the New Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/business-tax-updates-for-the-new-year/) - by Alfred Burgos, President of Burgos Income Tax.Inc. A Major tax reform that affects both individuals and businesses was enacted on December 22, 2017, commonly referred to as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, TCJA or Tax Reform. The IRS estimates they will need to create or revise more than 400 taxpayer forms, instructions and
- [IBERO names new leader](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/ibero-names-new-leader/) - Ibero names new leader; Angelica Perez-Delgado will succeed Hilda Rosario Escher By RANDY GORBMAN & DENISE YOUNG The Ibero-American Action League’s new leader has a long connection with the agency. Angelica Perez-Delgado is the new president and CEO of Ibero. She is succeeding Hilda Rosario Escher, who said earlier this year that she would be
- [Reshaping Rochester](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/reshaping-rochester/) - The Ibero-American Development Corporation is going to be honored with the Board of Director’s Award from the Community Design Center of Rochester. The Directors’ Award is given for a body of work over time – and IADC will be recognized for its past and future development work, in addition to its efforts in community planning
- [Rochester Chamber: Business Exchange Series](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/rochester-chamber-business-exchange-series/) - biz.Exchange: Avoiding Burnout, Staying Energized Burnout! It’s trending – right now - in the workplace for various reasons. This trend is rampant among certain demographics and within high-pressure occupations. What is causing this disturbing trend? Are stress and burnout the same or different? How does burnout relate to job dissatisfaction? Learn more about how to
- [Dr. Jorge Diaz Herrera’s Impressive Keynote Address](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/dr-jorge-diaz-herreras-impressive-keynote-address/) - Very few times in the history of RHBA people have continued talking about a keynote speaker ‘s remarks. Eye opening on how the world has been changing and will continue to change in the time of computers, cell phones, and artificial intelligence. The question of where we will be, how our jobs will be different
- [SUNY Brockport Honors RHBA Member](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/suny-brockport-honors-rhba-member/) - RHBA member Nydia Padilla-Rodriguez, Director of Strategic Community Partnerships at the Rochester City School District, received the Hall of Heritage Award from SUNY Brockport. The Brockport Alumni Association recognizes distinguished alumni who have made notable contributions to the college and the community. Nydia is a ‘76 graduate of SUNY Brockport.
- [New RHBA Members: Summer 2018](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/new-rhba-members-summer-2018/) - RHBA welcomes its new and returning members who joined during the Summer: Jaira Santiago – Beads and Bangles Brian McGlynn – Genesee Media group Karen Pomazal – First American Equipment
- [Members Highlights- FM Resources](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/members-highlights-fm-resources/) - FM Resources is a source for office supplies, janitorial and promotional products, office furniture, signage and custom stamps. The president is Fabricio Morales and the company is headquartered in Rochester NY.
- [Latinas Unidas Seeks Nominations](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/latinas-unidas-seeks-nominations/) - If you know of a Latina who should be recognized in the following categories: professional achievement, inspirational leadership, volunteer service or a young Latina leader, please summit a nomination. Deadline is July 20, 2018. Click here for more information and nomination form.
- [Upstate Latino Summit coming to Rochester](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/upstate-latino-summit-coming-to-rochester/) - Save the Date! 2018 Upstate Latino Summit - Power of the Past, Force of the Future October 17,2018 For details and more information, click here!
- [RHBA Member Has New Role at Ibero](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/rhba-member-has-new-role-at-ibero/) - RHBA member Julio Saenz is now the Chief Communications and Development Officer at the Ibero American Action League. Congratulations, Julio!
- [New RHBA Members: May 2018](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/new-rhba-members-may-2018/) - RHBA welcomes its new and returning members who joined during the month of May: Dr. Jorge Diaz Herrera - Keuka College Kari Cepero - Our Creative Journeys
- [Imagine Monroe Presentation](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/imagine-monroe-presentation/) - Organized by the Gates Chili Chamber of Commerce, there will be a breakfast meeting on Tuesday, July 10th, from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. at the Gates Public Library. The guest speaker will be Jeff Adair who is the Director of Planning and Development of Imagine Monroe. Mr. Adair is a former chair of the Monroe
- [Gregory Biryla Goes to Albany!](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/gregory-biryla-goes-to-albany/) - Gregory Biryla, from the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, is headed to Albany to be the state director of the national Federation of Independent Business. NFIB advocates on behalf of 10,000 small business in our state. Congrats, Greg.
- [RHBA Scholarships for Emergency Medical Technicians](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/rhba-scholarships-for-emergency-medical-technicians/) - Congratulations to Marisabelle Jason and Jonathan Santiago, the first recipients of RHBA scholarships for Hispanic individuals who will become medical technicians. The need to have technicians who are able to speak/understand the language and the culture is indeed pressing.
- [RHBA  Proudly Supports the Hispanic Baseball League](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/rhba-proudly-supports-the-hispanic-baseball-league/) - RHBA has provided support to the league for many years and it is wonderful that young players in the community can learn the game of baseball from an early age. Play ball!
- [Member Highlights - Paychex](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/member-highlights-paychex/) - Paychex is a provider of payroll, human resources and benefit outsourcing services for small to medium-sized companies. It was founded by Tom Golisano in 1971 and is headquartered in Rochester NY.
- [Future leaders:  So you want to buy a house?](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/future-leaders-so-you-want-to-buy-a-house/) - Panel of experts will provide resources, tips and caveats. Free for employees of chamber companies. $5.00 for non-members Thursday, May 31st, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Nox Cocktail Lounge, 302 Goodman St. N (Village Gate).
- [New RHBA Members: April 2018](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/new-rhba-members-april-2018/) - RHBA welcomes its new and returning members who joined during the month of April: George Diaz - Gleason Plastic Gears Juan Contreras - Empanada Stop at The Public Market
- [Community Design Center Rochester](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/community-design-center-rochester/) - Community Design Center Rochester named several new members of the Rochester community to its Board of Directors, including RHBA member Eugenio Marlin. Congratulations! Click here to learn more.
- [Luis Martinez Articles published by Victory Lane Magazine](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/luis-martinez-articles-published-by-victory-lane-magazine/) - RHBA member and vice chair of the Board of Directors Luis Martinez is an avid car racer and the owner, along with his sons Alex and Bradley, of a race car. Luis has been interested in car racing for decades and considers it a passion. Besides that. Luis is a prolific writer. His article “The
- [Hurricane Maria Job Fair](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/hurricane-maria-job-fair/) - This job fair is for those who were impacted by Hurricane Maria Thursday May 10th, 10am-1pm Our Lady of the Americas Church 864 East Main St. Rochester, NY 14605 Participating Businesses: Lifetime Assistance Heritage Christian Homes Conduent Remedy Staffing Goodwill of the Finger Lakes Imaging Staffing Technology Register at:585-256-8900 ext. 631 Download event flyer
- [Members Highlights - YMCA of Greater Rochester](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/members-highlights-ymca-of-greater-rochester/) - A 162 year old association of staff, volunteers, donors, partners and allies whose mission is to build healthy, confident, connected and secure children, adults, families and communities throughout the Greater Rochester area
- [New RHBA Members: March 2018](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/new-rhba-members-march-2018/) - RHBA welcomes its new members who joined during the month of March: Bob Manard - Faces That Work Joseph Sayre – Simon School - U of R Daniel Zea - Zea Proukou PLLC
- [Call for Nominations: 2018 Hispanic Business Person](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/call-for-nominations-2018-hispanic-business-person/) - Rochester Hispanic Business Association Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Affiliate 2018 Business Person of the Year – Call for Nominations We need your help to identify individuals who have contributed to the economic development and business interests of the Great Rochester Hispanic Community. The annual Hispanic Business Person of the Year award will be presented
- [Rochester TRENDS: The Opioid Crisis](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/rochester-trends-the-opioid-crisis/) - Presented by the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce on May 22nd, from 7:30 to 9:15 p.m. at the Strathallan, 550 East Avenue. A panel of local experts will discuss prevention and treatment from their area of expertise. Panelists include Dr. Michael Mendoza (Monroe County Health Dept.), Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter, counselors and members of
- [RHBA Scholarships for College-bound Students](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/rhba-scholarships-for-college-bound-students/) - The recipients of RHBA scholarships in 2018 are Ariana Alysha Aponte and Daniella Morales. Congratulations to both ladies! Ariana is presentely a senior at Gates Chili High School and plans to study Communications at Sunny Brockport. Daniella is a senior at Greece Arcadia Highs School and will attend Brockport and plans to become a Spanish
- [Members Highlights - ESL Federal Credit Union](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/members-highlights-esl-federal-credit-union/) - ESL is a full service financial institution with headquarters in Rochester, NY. Presently employs 700 hundred in the area and about 330,000 worldwide. It was launched by Kodak’s founder George Eastman in 1920 who wanted his employees to learn about financial matters and be able to save and own a home. Through the years, Kodak
- [RHBA member Daisy Rivera Algarin’s new position](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/rhba-member-daisy-rivera-algarins-new-position/) - Mayor Lovely Warren has appointed Daisy as Director, Neighborhood Service Centers in the city of Rochester. Sincere congratulations! Read more about Daisy, in the recent mailer sent but Lovely Warren: Algarin NSC Brochure City Wide Mailer Cover Letter
- [Optics is hot topic at March 2018 business luncheon](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/optics-is-hot-topic-at-march-2018-business-luncheon/) - By Jane Sutter Did you know that there is a worldwide shortage of workers for the optics industry? Monroe Community College is helping to fill that gap with its training programs. At its March luncheon meeting at El Sauza restaurant, members of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association learned about what MCC offers from Alexis Vogt,
- [Directory of Hispanic/Latino business](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/directory-of-hispanic-latino-business/) - United Way’s Circulo Latino, in collaboration with La Cumbre, is creating a directory of Hispanic/Latino business. If anyone wants to be part of the directory, please e-mail the information to sara.barton@uwrochester.org . Name of Business: Owner: Address: Telephone: E-mail: Website:
- [Latino Leadership Developing Program](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/latino-leadership-developing-program/) - The program is accepting applications until Friday, April 27, 2018. The mission of the United Way’s Latino Leadership Development Program is to identify, train and promote the placement of latinos in policy making positions in community organizations in order to ensure they are tapping the full potential of the latino community. To apply and learn
- [Members Highlights – United Way of Greater Rochester](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/members-highlights-united-way-of-greater-rocheste/) - This organization has been serving the Rochester community for nearly one hundred years. With the leadership of Kodak’s founder George Eastman, Rochester established what was known at the time as War Chest. The country was getting out of the first world war and people needed help. At the time it brought together agencies doing similar
- [The Battery Celebrates 35 years](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/the-battery-celebrates-35-years/) - The Battery, the first indoor baseball and softball facility in Western New York, celebrates its 35th anniversary. Although it is a small family owned and run facility, it has touched the lives of countless individuals and made many dreams reality. The Battery offers winter baseball and softball academies; spring baseball and softball academies, baseball and
- [RHBA Business Lunch February 2018](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/rhba-business-lunch-february-2018/) - Sincere thanks to Tony Perez for being our guest speaker at our February Business Lunch at D’Mangu. We had a good session about the drug problem in the country. Of course, the food was great as usual! Our next Business Lunch event is on March 20 featuring Alexis Vogt and Tom Battley. Be sure to RSVP!
- [Training in opioid antidote](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/training-in-opioid-antidote/) - United Way is joining forces with Monroe County to bring FREE trainings to the local sector to learn about the crisis and how and when to safely administer haloxone if presented with an overdose situation. Participants will receive one free Narcan kit at the trainnig. To reserve a spot at one of two sessions, please
- [Save The Date: Spring Networking](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/save-the-date-spring-networking/) - Thursday, May 3rd, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m at Comedy @ The Carlson. 50 Carlson Road Save the date. Details to come.
- [RHBA Monthly Business Lunches](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/rhba-monthly-business-lunches/) - The association wanted a venue where its members could interact frequently with business leaders and politicians, and at the same time increase the visibility of Hispanic-owned business. After discussing a number of ideas, the Monthly Business Lunch Series was born: A meeting on the third Tuesday of the month, except on September and December, at
- [RHBA Scholarships for Hispanic EMT Students](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/rhba-scholarships-for-hispanic-emt-students/) - RHBA will award two scholarships of $650 each to Hispanic students who enroll in the Emergency Medical Technician Course at Monroe Community College (Public Safety Training Center on Scottsville Road). RHBA hopes that people in the community will take advantage of this opportunity because there is a pressing need to have Hispanic emergency medical technicians.
- [Attention RHBA Women-Owned Business!](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/attention-rhba-women-owned-business/) - Organized by SCORE-Rochester, and sponsored by the Small Business Administration, there will be Boot Camp for women-owned business on February 27, March 6,13,20 and 27, and April 3 and 10, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Victor Town hall. Admission is free and we encourage all our women-owned business to participate.
- [Member Highlights - The Pike Company](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/member-highlights-the-pike-company/) - The Pike Company was founded by John Pike, an immigrant from Holland, in 1873. After fourteen decades, The Pike Company adheres to the values of its founder: honesty, hard work and quality. Throughout its history, Pike has been in the forefront of innovation and advancement. It is perhaps the only large company in our area
- [LaBella Celebrates its 40th anniversary!](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/labella-celebrates-its-40th-anniversary/) - LaBella Associates, a Design Professional Corporation, was founded by engineer Salvatore LaBella in 1978. As the corporation reaches its 40th anniversary, it has a staff of 650 members in eighteen locations. It provides a variety of services in four key areas: buildings, energy, infrastructure and environmental. Headquartered in Rochester, NY, its impact is seen, felt
- [Time to file!](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/time-to-file/) - A reminder to everyone that it is the time of the year when we must file. For individuals, the due date is April 17th in 2018, and for business owners, it is March 15th. We also encourage our members to use the services of fellow members of RHBA, Burgos Income Tax (telephone 266-2680) and Estrella
- [Committee Appointments](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/committee-appointments/) - Dear RHBA members, I have made the following committee appointments for 2018: Business Lunch Series – Chair: Board member Luis Ormaechea Events – (Spring and holiday networking gatherings) Co-chairs: Magaly Rosario and Orlando Rivera. Membership: Chair: Board member Eugenio Marlin All committees welcome more members and your ideas. If anyone is interested in helping out,
- [January Business Lunch success](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/january-business-lunch-success/) - At the end of our January Business Lunch held at Itacate in Penfield we raffled two tickets to the show “On your Feet’ among members who have already paid their 2018 dues. The tickets were graciously donated by Sutter Communications. The lucky winner was Magaly Rosario! Have fun at the show! Special thanks to Annette Ramos,
- [Attention: Tax Reform Information](https://rochesterhba.org/2018/attention-tax-reform-information/) - Organized by the Gates Chili Chamber of Commerce there will be an informational session about the business implications and benefits of the new tax reform law. Tuesday, February 6th at Town and Country Restaurant, 3205 Chili Avenue. Starting time is 7:30 a.m. Cost is $10 (ten) and includes breakfast. Spread the word and try to
- [Marlin, Cepero Elected to RHBA Board](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/marlin-cepero-elected-to-rhba-board/) - RHBA members voted to approve the addition of two board members in the recent election. Results were tallied and announced at the annual meeting on Dec. 7. Joining the board are Eugenio Marlin, president and CEO of Ibero-American Development Corporation and the 2017 Hispanic Business Person of the Year, and Fernan Cepero, chief human resources
- [Member Orlando Rivera receives award](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/member-orlando-rivera-receives-award/) - Congratulations, Orlando! RHBA member Orlando Rivera received the 2017 Greater Rochester Association of Realtors Sales Master Award, AND The Latino Agent Award in the Northeast. This recognizes real estate agents who closed an outstanding number of transactions in an effort to increase Hispanic home ownership across the country.
- [RHBA Holiday Networking 2017](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/rhba-holiday-networking-2017/) - Our Holiday Networking Party at Artisan Works was a blast! Thanks to all of our guests and members that were able to attend and join in the festivities. We were happy to enjoy delicious treats and conversations with old and new friends. Happy Holidays!
- [RHBA Elects Grace Tillinghast As New Chairwoman](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/rhba-elects-grace-tillinghast-as-new-chairwoman/) - Article originally featured in La Voz online Dec. 20. 2017: The Rochester Hispanic Business Association, has elected Grace Tillinghast as its new chairwoman, effective Jan. 1. Tillinghast has been elected to a two-year term in the role. “I am honored to have the trust of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association membership to lead the organization
- [Rochester Business Journal’s 2017 Forty Under 40 Award Recipients Honored](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/rochester-business-journals-2017-forty-under-40-award-recipients-honored/) - RHBA Board Member Serves as Judge On November 16th, The Rochester Business Journal held an award ceremony for recipients of the 23rd annual Rochester Business Journal Forty Under 40 awards. Honorees are professionals who demonstrate leadership in the workplace and in the community, including participation on non-profit boards and other volunteer activities. As indicated by
- [Win 2 tickets to “On Your Feet!”](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/win-2-tickets-to-on-your-feet/) - RHBA members who attend the Jan. 16 luncheon meeting will have the opportunity to win two tickets to see the performance of “On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan.” Sutter Communications is donating the tickets (orchestra level) for the show, which is being performed by a Broadway touring company Feb. 6-11, 2018
- [Rochester from Puerto Rico](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/rochester-from-puerto-rico/) - Ibero is accepting donations for families who have relocated to Rochester from Puerto Rico. Items are needed for children, teens and adults, all sizes: winter coats and clothing, socks, shoes, sneakers and boots. Donations can be dropped off on Thursdays from 9 am to 2:30 pm at 938 Clifford Avenue.
- [Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul Presents Proclamation to RHBA During 2017 Annual Gala](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/lt-gov-kathy-hochul-presents-proclamation-to-rhba-during-2017-annual-gala/) - More than 180 people were on hand on Sept. 26 to congratulate Eugenio Marlin on being named the 2017 Hispanic Business Person of the Year sponsored by the RHBA. Marlin is vice president of Ibero-American Development Corp., an entity that specializes in developing affordable housing and other structures for community use. Under his guidance, IADC
- [A Message From RHBA Chair: A Year in Review](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/a-year-in-review/) - Message from the Chair of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association during the 2017 RHBA Anual Luncheon. To our RHBA members and friends, I thank each and every Board Director and our association members who have volunteered their precious time to make this organization so great. Listed below are some of the accomplishments of this year. RHBA
- [2017 RWN Summit Business Conference](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/2017-rwn-summit-business-conference/) - Women in the Driver’s Seat: Navigating Pathways and Detours Along the Road to Success October 17, 2017 | Double Tree Henrietta The Rochester Women's Network (RWN) is a premier networking organization for professional women in all stages of their careers in the Greater Rochester Area, committed to the professional and personal growth of its members. 2017
- [Business, Leadership, and Race](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/business-leadership-and-race/) - Update: This event has been rescheduled for December 7, 2017 REGISTER FOR DISCUSSIONS ON BUSINESS, LEADERSHIP, AND RACE Ongoing racial tensions in this country are acting as a catalyst for business leaders to delve into issues of race and racism within their own organizations. Many understand the concept that a diverse workforce is a positive
- [Learn to Soar 3.0](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/learn-to-soar-3-0/) - LEARN HOW TO CERTIFY YOUR BUSINESS Would you like to learn how to get your business certified as women- or minority-owned so you can compete for government contracts? Members of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association are invited to “Learn to Soar 3.0,” a free seminar and networking event for small business owners on Wednesday, Sept.
- [RHBA Member re-elected to MCC Board of Trustees](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/rhba-member-re-elected-to-mcc-board-of-trustees/) - RHBA board member Grace Tillinghast was re-elected vice-chair of the Monroe Community College Board of Trustees. She was first appointed by the Monroe County Legislature by unanimous vote in 2009 and re-appointed again in 2014 and 2016. In 2013 Grace was named New York State Woman of Distinction. She received the NYS Community Colleges Leadership
- [How to Save on Printing Costs](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/how-to-save-on-printing-costs/) - Guest Writer: Grace Tillinghast While working at my last corporate job and when our department's budget was reduced, my team and I had to find creative ways to reduce expenses around the office. Printing was one of the big money drainers, so we compiled these saving tips that helped us reduce significantly our printing at the
- [A Gentleman Named Delgado](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/a-gentleman-named-delgado-2/) - Guest Writer: Grace Tillinghast George Eastman founded Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester, NY in 1880. Because he understood that he had to expand his enterprise and make photography accessible to everyone, he immediately decided to branch out and established branches in England and France. And soon after, in the 1890s, as his new photographic venture was
- [Traits of the “Get It Done” Personality](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/traits-of-the-get-it-done-personality/) - Guest Writer: Grace Tillinghast Much has been written about people that accomplish goals and stay motivated. People who start with an idea and create a business. Small businesses that turn into big enterprises. They are the ones who succeed because they share certain traits not common to others. Robert Sternberg, a psychologist, studied the way people
- [What is Lean?](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/what-is-lean/) - By guest writer Carlos Pérez - Galica LLC A term coined by MIT researchers in the 1980’s to describe the way the Toyota Motor Company operated, Lean has become synonymous with a set of process improvement tools modeled after the Toyota Production System (TPS). Sometimes Lean is also referred to as Lean Six Sigma; it is
- [Brockport dean outlines scope of business school](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/brockport-dean-outlines-scope-of-business-school/) - Dr. Joy Bhadury, Dean of the School of Business Administration and Economics at the College at Brockport, was the guest speaker at the May 16 luncheon of the RHBA at D’Mangu restaurant. “Please call me Joy,” he immediately told the group after being introduced. Bhadury came to the college nearly a year ago from
- [D&C Digital Hosts Spring Networking](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/dc-digital-hosts-spring-networking/) - About 25 RHBA members learned more about D&C Digital at the Spring Networking held on May 4 at the D&C’s prominent location on the corner of Clinton and Main streets in downtown Rochester. The D&C recently celebrated its one year anniversary there, after moving from the corner of Broad and Exchange. The networking event was held
- [Luis Martinez Wins Consultant Award](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/martinez-wins-consultant-award/) - RHBA board member Luis Martinez was honored recently with the Consultants Consultant Award by the Rochester Professional Consultants Network. The RCPN honored entrepreneurs for their contributions to the region’s economy and their support of RPCN at its 3rd Annual Entrepreneur Wall of Fame Gala on April 25 at the DoubleTree Hilton Hotel on Jefferson Road.
- [SCORE offers workshop on financial matters](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/score-offers-workshop-on-financial-matters/) - Do you need help with accounting, record-keeping or taxation issues? The Greater Rochester Chapter of SCORE is offering a workshop called “Accounting/Record Keeping & Tax Issues for Small Business.” The class will be from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 6, at the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, 150 State St. Lisa Pelletier, owner
- [2017 Latinas Unidas Scholarship Golf Tournament](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/2017-latinas-unidas-scholarship-golf-tournament/) - It’s time to dust off your golf clubs and hit the driving range in preparation for the First Annual Latinas Unidas Scholarship Golf Tournament! Saturday, June 24, 2017 Lima Golf and Country Club 7470 Chase Road Lima, NY 14485 (just 25 miles from Rochester) Since 2002, Latinas Unidas has awarded over $80,000 in scholarships to
- [Borinquen Dance Theatre 36th Anniversary](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/borinquen-dance-theatre-36th-anniversary/) - Borinquen Dance Theatre presents "Together We Dance, United We Soar", the 36th anniversary community performance at Hochstien School in Downtown Rochester. Get tickets before they sell out! Save the date: Saturday, April 29, 2017 at 7pm - Doors open at 6:30pm at: Hochstein School of Music & Dance • 50 N. Plymouth Ave. • Rochester,
- [Gear up to grow your business](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/gear-up-to-grow-your-business/) - Are you interested in expanding your business through joint venture, merger or acquisition? Are you concerned that your family business or partnership is unprotected? Would you like to learn about new or proposed federal regulations coming out of Washington, D.C.? Do you want to learn new techniques for selling products and services to various types
- [Masquerade Ball Supports Rotary Projects](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/masquerade-ball-supports-rotary-projects/) - The Foundation of the Rochester Latino Rotary Club will host its 8th annual Masquerade Ball from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, April 22, at the Diplomat Banquet Center. There will be music, dinner, dancing, and raffles. Proceeds help to support service projects. Tickets are $50 each or $450 for a table of ten.
- [What will 2017 state legislative session bring?](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/what-will-2017-state-legislative-session-bring/) - Every small business owner and employer knows that decisions made in Albany have an impact – either positive or negative – on the bottom line. Chris Wiest, vice president/ public policy and advocacy at the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, gave a presentation to RHBA members recently about issues of interest to employers regarding the
- [Seeking to expand your business acumen?](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/seeking-to-expand-your-business-acumen/) - The Greater Rochester Chapter of SCORE is offering several workshops this spring focused on giving entrepreneurs the tools to start or grow their businesses. Upcoming sessions include Grow Your Business with Email and Social Media; Content Marketing: What to say, how to say it; Financial Dashboard for Small Business; HR 101: Key Issues and How
- [Looking for a business loan or grant?](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/looking-for-a-business-loan-or-grant/) - Mayor Lovely Warren is inviting business owners in the city of Rochester to attend an information session to learn how to access the City’s loans, grants and services in order to grow or improve their business. Department of Neighborhood and Business Development Commissioner (NBD) Bayé Muhammad will be joined by NBD staff to present information
- [2017 NYS Budget and Legislative Session: Issues of Interest to Employers](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/2017-nys-budget-and-legislative-session-issues-of-interest-to-employers/) - Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce VP of Public Policy and Advocacy Chris Wiest, will be holding a 1 hour meeting regarding the topic below. Attendees will have a greater understanding of the 2017 NYS Budget and the impact on the Rochester business community. It will help to navigate the decisions being made in Albany and
- [Interview With Colombian Racing Champion Juan Pablo Montoya](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/interview-with-colombian-racing-champion-juan-pablo-montoya/) - Watkins Glen, NY – Juan Pablo Montoya is one of many South American racing greats who have made their presence known in South America, Europe, Asia and in the USA. Like many of his peers, including many of his Formula 1 adversaries, JPM, as he is well known, began at a very young age in
- [RHBA Member Knits for Newborns](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/rhba-member-knits-for-newborns/) - RHBA member, Grace Tillinghast, has been knitting hats for newborns at Strong Memorial Hospital for several years. Her participation in this project started when she became a grandmother. "Since my oldest grandchild was born at Strong, I have been knitting the little hats they wear at the neo-natal unit. I deliver them to the hospital every
- [Using Digital Marketing for Lead Generation in 2017 and Beyond Session](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/using-digital-marketing-for-lead-generation-in-2017-and-beyond-session/) - The sales process has completely flipped in this era of unlimited access to information. In this session, we will help you prepare your organization for future growth. Whether you are in a small company looking to scale the business or a small to mid-size company that needs to continuously fill the sales funnel, this session
- [RHBA Business Lunch October 2016](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/rhba-business-lunch-october-2016/) - Gracias Members of ESL Federal Credit Union! Sincere thanks to Arline Santiago, Malik Evans and Keith Cleary for being the guest speakers at our October Business Lunch at D'Mangu. ESL is part of Rochester's history and how an 'in-house' bank founded by George Eastman for his employees became some twenty years ago an independent credit
- [Members Highlights: Carlos Santiago](https://rochesterhba.org/2017/members-highlights-carlos-santiago/) - Carlos Santiago is program manager at The Flanders Group. Carlos says he enjoys “being able to truly educate and help business owners with their insurance solutions, and being able to reduce costs towards their programs which in turn helps their businesses with their profits.” Carlos studied business administration at Baldwin Wallace College and the University
- [Kiva Rochester offers unique way to get small business loan](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/kiva-rochester-offers-unique-way-to-get-small-business-loan/) - You’ve probably heard of Kickstarter as a crowd-funding way to raise money for your business or start-up. But what about Kiva? Brad Willows, project coordinator for Kiva Rochester, shared information at the RHBA’s meeting on Nov. 15 at Monte Alban in Irondequoit. Kiva Rochester is an exciting new opportunity to help lift people out of poverty.
- [RHBA celebrates holidays!](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/rhba-celebrates-holidays/) - Christmas carols with a jazzy twist entertained RHBA members and their guests at the annual Holiday Networking on Dec. 1. Members enjoyed tapas, cookies and punch at the East Avenue Inn while listening to a trio of students from Roberts Wesleyan College. A drawing of various prizes added to the festive atmosphere. More photos to
- [Hear about La Cumbre on Connections with Evan Dawson](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/hear-about-la-cumbre-on-connections-with-evan-dawson/) - RHBA members Annette Ramos and Jacklyn Ortiz appeared on the WXXI radio show “Connections with Evan Dawson” on Dec. 15. La Cumbre is an organization working to help Latinos become more engaged in civics, have a greater voice in local policy, and gain more educational opportunities for children of color. The show previews La Cumbre's
- [Members Highlights: Gabriella Clark](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/members-highlights-gabriella-clark/) - Born and raised in Rochester, NY, Gabriella attended Rochester Institute of Technology and completed a Bachelors of Fine Arts degree in Interior Design in 2013. Gabriella is also a proud graduate of the Urban Suburban Program at Brighton High School. She and her husband, Michael, presently reside in the South Wedge neighborhood of Rochester and
- [3 RHBA members honored by Latinas Unidas](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/3-rhba-members-honored-by-latinas-unidas/) - Congratulations to Hilda Rosario Escher, Tabita Torres and Jere Fletcher for their awards at the Latinas Unidas 23rd Annual Reconocimiento Awards and Scholarships Luncheon on Nov. 1. Rosario Escher was honored in the category of Career Achievement. Torres received the award for Volunteer Service. Fletcher was honored with an Amigo Award. Other winners were: Kari-Elyssa
- [ESL focuses on small biz growth](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/esl-focuses-on-small-biz-growth/) - Members of the RHBA learned about the services and history of ESL Federal Credit Union at the October meeting at D’Mangu restaurant. Arline Santiago, senior vice president and general counsel for ESL, was joined by Keith Cleary, vice president and director of business banking, and Malik Evans, business growth program manager. Santiago talked about how
- [RHBA Holiday Networking 2015](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/rhba-holiday-networking-2015/) - Our Holiday Networking Party at East Avenue Inn at 384 East Avenue was a blast! Thanks to all of our guests and members that were able to attend and join in the festivities. We were happy to enjoy delicious treats and conversations with old and new friends, all while enjoying Rochester's new all Hispanic radio
- [RHBA Member Inducted into Hall of Fame](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/rhba-member-inducted-into-hall-of-fame/) - Sergio Esteban, RHBA board member and Hispanic Business Person of the Year in 2012, was inducted on October 5th into the Business Hall of Fame. The Business Hall of Fame honor is a part of Junior Achievement , a non-profit organization benefitting students who wish to pursue careers in the global economy. From the Junior Achievement
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala 2016](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-gala-2016/) - Our HBOY Gala was great fun this year as led by talented MC Jackie Ortiz! Thanks to our honoree, Mercedes Vazquez Simmons, for her amazing insight, gratitude, and business acumen. Thank you to all RHBA members, RHBA supporters, Rochester community leaders and more for joining us on September 20. Photos by Kelly Mullaney
- [Latinas Unidas Business Expo includes RHBA members](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/latinas-unidas-business-expo-includes-rhba-members/) - by Jane Sutter Three members of the RHBA participated in the recent 2nd Latinas Unidas Business Expo held on Sept. 22 in the atrium at the Rochester City Hall. RHBA Board Chair Vilma Burgos Torres represented Burgos Income Tax Inc. and RHBA Secretary Jane Sutter shared information on her company Sutter Communications and SCORE, a
- [Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2016: Mercedes Vazquez-Simmons](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2016-mercedes-vazquez-simmons/) - Press Release: Mercedes Vazquez-Simmons Named Hispanic Business Person of the Year Pretty Girl Promotions President to Receive 27th Annual RHBA Award ROCHESTER, NY (August 10, 2016) The Rochester Hispanic Business Association, a Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce affiliate, named Mercedes Vazquez-Simmons its 2016 Hispanic Business Person of the Year. Vazquez-Simmons is founder and president of
- [MCC president to speak at RHBA Gala](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/mcc-president-to-speak-at-rhba-gala/) - Dr. Anne M. Kress, president of Monroe Community College, will deliver the keynote address at the twenty-seventh Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala on Sept. 20. Kress, who has led MCC since 2009, currently serves as co-chair of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Regional Economic Development Council. Her career spans nearly 30 years in
- [RHBA Member Speaks at Local School Assembly](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/rhba-member-speaks-at-local-school-assembly/) - Local middle school holds first assembly recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month with members of the Rochester Black Bar Association and RHBA. On Monday, Sept. 26, the Rochester Academy Charter School's middle school celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month during an assembly with successful members of our community. Dean of Academics Jennifer Doyle reminded students at the start of
- [Latinas Unidas Scholarships](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/latinas-unidas-scholarships/) - Deadline Extended: Applications due Oct. 21st 2016 Latinas Unidas awards scholarships to adult Latinas who desire to pursue post-secondary education or formal training. For more information visit the Latinas Unidas website atwww.latinasunidas.org.
- [SCORE to Host “Learn to Soar 2.0”](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/score-to-host-learn-to-soar-2-0/) - Members of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association are invited to “Learn to Soar 2.0,” a free seminar and networking event for small business owners on Wednesday, Sept. 28. The Greater Rochester Chapter of SCORE and ESL are sponsoring the event, which begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. at Monroe Golf Club, 155
- [Colombian Racing Champion Juan Pablo Montoya To Compete At The Glen](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/colombian-racing-champion-juan-pablo-montoya-to-compete-at-the-glen/) - Juan Pablo Montoya Roldán, the adept Colombian racing driver champion, will be competing on the INDYCAR Grand Prix at The Glen this Sunday, September 4th. Juan Pablo started at an early age in the art of motorsports with kart racing, by the hand of his father Pablo. A beloved icon in South America, Juan Pablo is now an international
- [RHBA Board Member Re-elected to MCC Board](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/rhba-board-member-re-elected-to-mcc-board/) - RHBA board member Grace Tillinghast was reelected vice chair of the Board of Trustees at Monroe Community College. She was first appointed by the Monroe County Legislature by unanimous vote in 2009 and re-appointed –again by unanimous vote- two years ago. In 2013, Grace was named New York State Woman of Distinction, and she received
- [Become a 2016 HBPOY Gala Sponsor](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/become-a-2016-hbpoy-gala-sponsor/) - What better way to reach Hispanic business professionals and show your support than by being a sponsor of the Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala? The twenty-seventh will be presented by the Rochester Hispanic Business Association (RHBA) of the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, at the annual luncheon on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at
- [El Poder Latino a boon to community](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/el-poder-latino-a-boon-to-community/) - RHBA Business Lunch July 2016 Since hitting the airwaves in November 2015, Poder 97.1 WEPL Radio has been a big hit with listeners, according to the station’s general manager, Julio Saenz. Saenz spoke to members of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association at its July lunch meeting at Monte Alban in Irondequoit. Poder 97.1 is operated
- [RHBA Business Lunch June 2016](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/rhba-business-lunch-june-2016/) - Did you know that the PathStone Enterprise Center exists to help promising businesses that have been unable to get loans from banks? Alex Castro, senior vice president of operations at PathStone Corp., outlined how the Enterprise Center process works at the June luncheon meeting of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association. The size of loans granted
- [RHBA member collaborates on “Separate Is Never Equal” play](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/rhba-member-collaborates-on-separate-is-never-equal-play/) - The Rochester Latino Theatre Company recently staged three sold-out performances of a play that focuses on the true story of struggles to desegregate schools in California. RHBA member Annette Ramos, who is the executive director of the Latino Theatre Company in Rochester, collaborated with Donald B. Bartalo and his BART Productions to adapt the book
- [Ibero's Annual Gala & Hispanic Scholarship Recognition Awards](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/iberos-annual-gala-hispanic-scholarship-recognition-awards/) - On June 4th 2016, during Ibero American Action League, Inc. 21st Annual Gala & Hispanic Scholarship Recognition Awards, over 60 students of Hispanic descent received scholarships from the Hispanic Scholarship Endowment Fund and from local organizations and private donors as well. The Rochester Hispanic Business Association handed out 2 scholarships to two college-bound students. RHBA Board members
- [RHBA Business Lunch - May 2016](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/rhba-business-lunch-may-2016/) - Our May Business Lunch at Monte Alban's restaurant was a success! Thank you Fernán Ricardo Cepero, Chief Human Resources Officer for the YMCA of Greater Rochester, for an interesting and informative talk. And thanks to all our members and guests who attended
- [Separate is Never Equal](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/separate-is-never-equal/) - “SEPARATE IS NEVER EQUAL” WORLD PREMIER PLAY BASED ON CHILDREN’S BOOK 7 years before Brown vs. Board of Education, the Mendez family helped end school segregation in California. Rochester, New York - The Rochester Latino Theatre Company, Inc. (RLTC) brings to life the story of Sylvia Mendez in “Separate Is Never Equal” at MuCCC Theater
- [La Cumbre: Spring Renewal 2016](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/la-cumbre-spring-renewal-2016/) - Join La Cumbre on May 11th for their Spring Renewal event. Learn what they have been doing in the last 3 years. Let us share some information with you about La Cumbre. We are a local collective that unites Latino voices in the Rochester region to advocate positive change in our community. We started meeting
- [Soy Unica! Soy Latina! Rally 2016](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/soy-unica-soy-latina-rally-2016/) - The ¡Soy Unica! ¡Soy Latina! Rally 2016 will take place on Saturday April 9, 2016 at St. John Fisher College. This event empowers young Latinas ages 7 to 18, encouraging them to feel good about themselves and be proud to be Latinas. During the event, the girls get to meet a panel of successful
- [Increase Opportunity for Minority and Women-Owned Businesses](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/increase-opportunity-for-minority-and-women-owned-businesses/) - For Immediate Release: 1/11/2016 GOVERNOR ANDREW M. CUOMO State of New York | Executive Chamber Andrew M. Cuomo | Governor 14TH PROPOSAL OF GOVERNOR CUOMO'S 2016 AGENDA: INCREASE OPPORTUNITY FOR MINORITY AND WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESSES Governor pushes to apply 30 percent MWBE goal to all state-funded contracts – not just those issued by agencies and authorities –
- [Call for Nominations: 2016 Business Person of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/call-for-nominations-2016-business-person-of-the-year/) - Rochester Hispanic Business Association Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Affiliate February 18, 2016 2016 Business Person of the Year – Call for Nominations Dear Hispanic Business Association member: We need your help to identify individuals who have contributed to the economic development and business interests of the Great Rochester Hispanic Community. The annual Hispanic Business
- [RHBA Members Interviewed by El Poder](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/rhba-members-interviewed-by-el-poder/) - RHBA Board members were recently featured in part of a series of interviews on the program “Emprendedores Latinos/Latino Entrepreneurs”—a weekly business show hosted by The Pike Company’s Chief Innovation Officer, Mauricio Riveros, and Vice President of Corporate Development at Dale Carnegie, Herb Escher. The program airs on Saturdays at 9 a.m. on El Poder Latino
- [RHBA Member Wins Humanitarian Award](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/rhba-member-wins-humanitarian-award/) - RHBA member, and 2002 Hispanic Business Person of the Year, Bera Jurado, won the 2016 Father Tracy Humanitarian Award. Bera is involved in charity work in the community and has participated in missions to Cuba, Bolivia and Peru. He also visits the Monroe County jail twice a month and ministers to inmates. Congratulations, Bera!
- [Members Highlights: Lisa Martinez DeVinney](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/members-highlights-lisa-martinez-devinney/) - Lisa has lived in Rochester, NY since 1998, but was raised in Southern California and Northern Virginia. Prior to moving to Rochester, she worked in Washington D.C. at the American Red Cross’ National Headquarters, as well as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, where she was involved in educating the Hispanic community regarding
- [RHBA member joins the Arts and Cultural Council for Greater Rochester Board](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/rhba-member-joins-the-arts-and-cultural-council-for-greater-rochester-board/) - RHBA member joins the Arts and Cultural Council for Greater Rochester Board Ms. Annette Ramos is presently Assistant Director of Education and Community Engagement of the Rochester Broadway Theater League and Executive Director of the Latino Theatre Company. "Annette has worked in theater as an actress, producer and director", states Grace Tillinghast, ACCGR Board Chair.
- [RHBA Business Lunch - January 2016](https://rochesterhba.org/2016/rhba-business-lunch-january-2016/) - Our thanks to RHBA members and friends who attended our January Business Lunch despite the frigid temperature! Special thanks to our guest speaker, Life Coach Abraham Hernandez.
- [Top 100 Companies](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/top-100-companies/) - RHBA congratulates La Bella Associates and his CEO, RHBA board member Sergio Esteban, and The Pike Company, and RHBA member Maurico Riveros, for being included in the 2015 list of the Top 100 Companies in our area. The list is complied annually by the Rochester Business Alliance.
- [Arpa Llanera Demo and Recital](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/arpa-llanera-demo-and-recital/) - Dr. Jorge Diaz Herrera will delight us with his Arpa Llanera Venezolana (Venezuelan Harp) on Sunday, November 1st at 2:00 p.m. at the historical Chapel Hill at Prince Street. Plan to enjoy the rich melodies of Latin American music performed on a unique variation of one of the world’s oldest instruments at a special recital to benefit the
- [RHBA Member Jere Fletcher Featured in Rochester Poets Reading Series](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/rhba-member-jere-fletcher-featured-in-rochester-poets-reading-series/) - RHBA Member Jere Fletcher is the featured poet/writer for October of the Rochester Poets Reading Series. This monthly reading features guest poets and writers and is followed by an open mic session, where short fiction writers, musicians, singers, comics and even dancers are welcome to participate. Founded in 1922, Rochester Poets is the oldest literary organization in
- [Our CUE to get involved](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/our-cue-to-get-involved/) - Our CUE to get involved - Ebony Miller of The Center for Urban Entrepreneurship (CUE) delivered an inspiring talk to a group of Rochester Hispanic Business Association members at the Rochester Business Alliance offices on State Street this Tuesday, she was accompanied by her associate Kimberly Heck. Not long ago Ebony Miller was appointed Program
- [RHBA 2015 Annual Luncheon Gala](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/rhba-2015-annual-luncheon-gala/) - The 2015 Hispanic Business Person of the Year, Librada "Zury" Brown, was honored at the annual Gala Lunch of the Association. RHBA thanks all those in attendance and specially the keynote speaker Bob Duffy for his inspiring words, and our MC, RHBA member Roberto Burgos for a job well done. Zury Brown is the fifth
- [Members Highlights: J. Roberto Burgos](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/members-highlights-j-roberto-burgos/) - J. Roberto Burgos, President of Burgos Properties LLC, has established his company in the heart of the Hispanic community on Clinton Avenue North. He decided to make his first business investment in the same area of the City of Rochester that his family landed more than 60 years ago. He has always believed once successful,
- [El Mensajero Celebrates Ten Years](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/el-mensajero-celebrates-ten-years/) - El Mensajero Celebrates Ten years. Three RHBA members are highlighted in a video celebrating ten years of El Mensajero. Hilda Rosario Escher, Mauricio Riveros and Grace Tillinghast talked about the paper and what it means to the local Hispanic community. All three are from different countries: Bolivia, Puerto Rico and Argentina.
- [New RHBA Chairperson: Vilma Burgos-Torres](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/new-rhba-chairperson-vilma-burgos-torres/) - From the D&C: Vilma Burgos-Torres is the second woman elected as chairperson of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association in its 26-year history. Burgos-Torres, a native of Puerto Rico native, was on the founding board of the Puerto Rican Youth and Resource Center and Latinas Unidas. She has served on many advisory boards including the first
- [RHBA College Scholarships](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/rhba-college-scholarships/) - Continuing with a decade long tradition of investing in the education of our future leaders, RHBA awarded two scholarships to Hispanic students college bound. The 2015 recipients are Aurora Ramos from Mercy High School and Lorenzo Aguilar from Webster Schroeder. This year it is a coincidence that both scholars have started their collegiate life at Monroe Community College!
- [Board of Trustees at MCC](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/board-of-trustees-at-mcc/) - Grace Tillinghast, RHBA vice chair of the board, has been re-elected vice chair of the Board of Trustees of Monroe Community College at the their August meeting. The Monroe County Legislature appointed her to the board in 2009, and reappointed her for a term to expire in 2020. Grace was also re-elected Chair of the
- [RHBA Spring Networking Event 2013](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/rhba-spring-networking-event-2013/) - On May 9th 2013 members and friends of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association enjoyed of a friendly evening event and an interesting exhibition of art at the Arts and Cultural Council for Greater Rochester gallery. The exhibit was “Mythologies and Cultures”, by Indian-born Nitin Banwar. Dr. Banwar, an orthopedic surgeon, views his exhibit as a counterpoint
- [RHBA Business Lunch - May 2015](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/rhba-business-lunch-may-2015/) - Many thanks to our guest speaker, Iveth Reynolds, and to those who attended the May 19th business lunch at D'Mangu.
- [RHBA HBPOY 2011 recognized during Hispanic Heritage Month](https://rochesterhba.org/2011/rhba-hbpoy-2011-recognized-during-hispanic-heritage-month/) - Dr. Emeterio Otero, RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2011, received a special recognition for his work on behalf of students during the First Lation Student College Fair. The event took place at the City Hall Atrium on October 7, as part of the Hispanic Heritage Month celebration by the City of Rochester
- [2011 RHBA Annual Luncheon Keynote Speaker](https://rochesterhba.org/2011/2011-rhba-annual-luncheon-keynote-speaker/) - Mauricio Riveros Vice President The Pike Company Mauricio Riveros serves as Vice President of Project Controls at The Pike Company, one of the most reputable and oldest family owned construction companies in north east region. His responsibilities include ensuring the implementation of Pike’s process, procedures and systems to maximize company performance and implementation of core beliefs
- [RHBA Members Award Scholarships to Hispanic Students](https://rochesterhba.org/2011/rhba-members-award-scholarships-to-hispanic-students/) - Several RHBA members awarded scholarships to local Hispanic students during the Annual Gala and Hispanic Scholarship Recognition Awards organized by the Ibero-American Action League on June 11, 2011. RHBA members presenting scholarships are: Emeterio M. Otero, Ph.D., to student Nayarit Davila - East H.S. First Capital Payments, to students Mary Elizabeth Lugo - Brockport H.S. El Mensajero Católico, to students
- [Antonio Vieira Guest Speaker at Children's School of Rochester Graduation](https://rochesterhba.org/2011/antonio-vieira-guest-speaker-at-childrens-school-of-rochester-graduation/) - Antonio Vieira Guest Speaker at Children's School of Rochester Graduation BA Board Member and Treasurer Antonio Vieira was invited to be Guest Speaker and address 6th graders during their recent graduation at The Children's School of Rochester No. 15. A large number of students from The Children's School of Rochester are from immigrant families, and about half of them are
- [2010 RHBA Annual Luncheon Keynote Speaker](https://rochesterhba.org/2010/2010-rhba-annual-luncheon-keynote-speaker/) - Emeterio Otero Executive Dean - Damon City Campus Monroe Community College Emeterio M. Otero started his career at Rochester’s Monroe Community College (MCC) in 1982. During his 28-year tenure, he has served as assistant director of admissions, assistant dean of admissions and dean of students. At the Damon City Campus, Otero is currently the Executive
- [2009 RHBA Annual Luncheon Keynote Speaker](https://rochesterhba.org/2009/2009-rhba-annual-luncheon-keynote-speaker/) - Paul S. Speranza Jr. Senior Council, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Vice Chairman, General Counsel, and Secretary Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Paul S. Speranza Jr. is a senior council of the board of directors of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. He served as U.S. Chamber vice chairman and regional vice chairman (eastern region), chairman of
- [RHBA Christmas Celebration 2005 at Casa Hispana](https://rochesterhba.org/2005/rhba-christmas-celebration/) - RHBA Christmas Celebration 2005 at the Casa Hispana
- [RPD Back Into Community](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/rpd-back-into-community/) - “I want to bring this police department back to the community,” Chief Ciminelli began, “which is how I remember it.” Rochester Chief of Police Michael Ciminelli delivered a talk to a group of Rochester Hispanic Business Association members at the Rochester Business Alliance offices on State Street this Tuesday. He opened by reflecting on his
- [SCORE Anniversary Event](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/score-anniversary-event/) - Members of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association are invited to celebrate the 50th anniversary of SCORE at an event that will help them “accelerate their business.” Business owners will have the opportunity to meet with top business and political leaders, attend mini workshops, make valuable business contacts, access free business consulting, and leave with valuable resource
- [Madre Mia](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/madre-mia/) - Madre Mia: A Borinquen Dance Theatre Tribute to Mothers
- [Versatility in the Workplace](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/versatility-in-the-workplace/) - This Tuesday, members of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association met to hear from Iveth Reynolds, the CEO of Tri-Mar Consulting. The talk, which Reynolds gave at D'Mangu restaurant, focused on her experiences in building the successful firm over the course of the last 16 years. Reynolds founded Tri-Mar with offices in Rochester and New York
- [RHBA Spring Networking Event 2015](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/rhba-spring-networking-event-2015/) - On May 14th 2015 members and friends of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association enjoyed a friendly evening event at RBA.
- [Community & Networking Fair](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/community-networking-fair/) - Community and Networking Fair hosted by IBERO.
- [Members Highlights: Jaira Santiago](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/members-highlights-jaira-santiago/) - Jaira N. Santiago is a 38 year old Hispanic native from Rochester NY, and the mother of two beautiful children. She graduated from East High School and attended classes at Monroe Community College. Santiago is the owner and creator of Beads and Bangles by Jaira located at 733 East Main Street Rochester NY. "We make custom
- [Innovative Approach to Education](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/innovative-approach-to-education/) - We gathered at Monte Alban Mexican Grill this past Tuesday to hear Julio Vazquez, Sr. tell a story of success in education. Vazquez is the co-founder, board chairman, and CEO of the Eugenio Maria de Hostos Charter School, a K-8 institution with two campuses in the 14621 neighborhood. Vazquez, who served as the president and
- [Members Highlights: Jane Sutter](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/members-highlights-jane-sutter/) - Jane E. Sutter recently launched Sutter Communications, which provides a variety of services, including writing, editing, public relations, and social media. Jane’s book, “Sutter’s Sodas Satisfy: A Memoir of 90 Years of Sutter Drug Co.,” will be published in April 2015. Jane has more than 30 years of experience in publishing newspapers, magazines and web
- [What's On Your Billboard?](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/whats-on-your-billboard/) - What's On Your Billboard? RHBA featured Luis Martinez, principal of Gran Altura at its February business lunch held at D’Mangu. In a very interesting presentation, Luis, who is nationally and internationally recognized author and coach, talked about personal brand development: content, audience and channels. If you can answer Who are you? What are you good at? What’s
- [Job Fair](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/job-fair/) - Job Fair at the Community Learning Center
- [Randy Phillips Apodaca](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/3513/) - Randy Phillips Apodaca, a longtime member of RHBA, passed away this week. Randy worked for El Mensajero Catolico, the Spanish-language version of the Catholic Courier, the newspaper of the Diocese of Rochester. He attended our networking events, Annual Gala and business lunches. Randy will be buried in Denver, Colorado, where his parents and the rest of
- [Members Highlights: Julio Vazquez](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/members-highlights-julio-vazquez/) - When Julio Vázquez graduated from Franklin High School, he was incorrectly classified as a slow learner, having moved to the United States from Puerto Rico at age 13. Later, he received a master's degree in education, became a Rochester city school teacher, a not-for-profit executive and Commissioner of the Department of Community Development for the
- [New RHBA Member: Rosemarie Gutierrez](https://rochesterhba.org/2015/new-rhba-member-rosemarie-gutierrez/) - RHBA welcomes new member Rosemarie Gutierrez, a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson with Nothnagle Realtors.
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2014](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2014/) - On September 25, 201, the selected Hispanic Person of the Year was Mauricio Riveros, Executive Vice President of The Pike Company. Photos by Alex Shukoff.
- [New RHBA Member: Julio Vazquez](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/new-rhba-member-julio-vazquez/) - RHBA welcomes new member Julio Vazquez, chair of the board at Eugenio Maria de Hostos Charter School.
- [Members Highlights: Evelyn D'Agostino Sasso](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/members-highlights-evelyn-dagostino-sasso/) - Evelyn D'Agostino Sasso, national of the Republic of Panama, serves the Xerox Corporation as International Logistics Analyst. She currently is board member of HAPA (Hispanic Association for Professional Advancement at Xerox corporation- Rochester Chapter), Rochester La Voz newspaper advisory board, founder of Grupo Cultural Latinos en Rochester, and Artistic Director for Avenue D Afro-Latino Dance
- [RBA Staffing Mega Skilled Jobs Fair](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/rba-staffing-mega-skilled-jobs-fair/) - RBA Staffing Mega Skilled Jobs Fair Thursday, October 30 from 9am to 5pm at the Rochester Business Alliance. Real Jobs. Real Companies. Real Opportunities! Over a dozen of the Rochester area’s top employers will be at the RBA Staffing Mega Skilled Jobs Fair Thursday, Oct. 30. Candidates who attend the job fair may qualify
- [Members Highlights: Alvin Rodriguez](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/members-highlights-alvin-rodriguez/) - Meet Alvin Rodriguez I presently serve as the Director of Engineering at IV4, Inc. with sole responsibility for oversight of all Technical Services. In this role, I’m responsible for ensuring uptime of our clients whose systems IV4 monitors and manages remotely. As part of the seven member Executive Leadership Team, I’m also involved in the
- [Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at MCC](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration-at-mcc/) - Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Join us for a celebration of Hispanic Heritage on September 18 @ MCC!
- [Business Lunch Series on Sustainability](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/business-lunch-on-sustainability/) - The Rochester Hispanic Business Association (RHBA), a Rochester Business Alliance affiliate, featured Dr. Anahita Williamson, Director for RIT’s New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) and engaged RHBA members with data driven results acquired through their studies and build the case for going green. Dr. Williamson leads NYSP2I, an institute within RIT focused on sustainable
- [RHBA and Student Internships at MCC](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/rhba-and-student-internships-at-mcc/) - RHBA is partnering with Career Technical Education at Monroe Community College to offer student internships in a number of disciplines. RHBA members are encouraged to take advantage of this great opportunity if they are in need of interns at their business. For more information, please click on the attachment. CTE Internships Bookmark edited
- [Housing Authority Update](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/housing-authority-update/) - The Rochester Hispanic Business Association (RHBA), a Rochester Business Alliance affiliate, featured Alex D. Castro, Executive Director of the Rochester Housing Authority (RHA), at its June lunch series event. Castro provided an interactive presentation to RHBA members regarding the opportunities and challenges with public and subsidized housing in the City of Rochester. Castro told RHBA
- [RHBA Vice Chair Re-Elected Chair of ACC](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/rhba-vice-chair-re-elected-chair-of-acc/) - Grace Tillinghast, RHBA vice chair of the board, has been re-elected chair of the board of the Arts and Cultural Council for Greater Rochester. The results of the election were formally announced at the Council’s Annual Meeting held on June 10th. The Council is an umbrella organization whose mission is to strengthen arts, culture
- [RHBA Awards Scholarships to Hispanic Students](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/rhba-awards-scholarships-to-hispanic-students/) - Continuing a long tradition, RHBA is awarding two scholarships to area Hispanic students college-bound. The recipients of the 2014 awards are Jeremiah Piersante, a senior at Brighton High School who will attend Hobart College, and Carlos Esteban Rivera, who is graduating from Hilton High School and will be a student at SUNY Fredonia this fall.
- [RHBA Member Receives “W” Award](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/rhba-member-receives-w-award/) - Daisy Rivera Algarin, Economic Development, Sr. Marketing Specialist, City of Rochester, was the recipient of the 2014 award. The “W” distinction is presented annually to a woman who works on behalf of women, who provides inspiration and leadership and who gives of herself both in and out of the workplace. Daisy was one
- [Business Ethics and Formation](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/business-ethics-and-formation/) - Business Ethics and Formation June 10th, 2014 from 10 to 11 a.m. This workshop will be presented by attorney Jeffrey LaBarge at the Telesca Center for Justice, Rubin Center for Education, located at 1 West Main Street, 5th floor in Rochester. Admission is free and space is limited. To reserve
- [RHBA member gets award](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/rhba-member-gets-award/) - RHBA member, Annette Ramos, received recently the 2014 Leadership Achievement Award presented by Latinas Unidas. The event, held at the Riverside Convention Center, celebrated the 20th anniversary of the organization. Annette is indeed a very accomplished member of the Hispanic community. Her full bio appears under Members Highlights.
- [Roberts Wesleyan promotes Lisa Martinez DeVinney](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/roberts-wesleyan-promotes-lisa-martinez-devinney/) - Roberts Wesleyan College announced the promotion of RHBA member Lisa Martinez DeVinney to half-time director of Recruitment and Community Relations. She will continue in her role as half-time Enrollment Coordinator in the Department of Adult Professional Studies. Congratulations to Lisa for her achievement and the work she does in the Hispanic community since she
- [Members Highlights: Annette Ramos](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/members-highlights-annette-ramos/) - Ms. Annette Ramos recently became Wolftrap Director and Manager of Educational Services for Young Audiences of Rochester. Ms. Ramos has significant teaching experience with organizations like the RCSD, Writers & Books, Kuumba Consultants, Quad A and various other School Districts. She has proven to be an excellent Performer and Teaching Artist and a wonderful asset
- [Members Highlights: Erica Hernandez-Cornier](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/members-highlights-erica-hernandez-cornier/) - Erica Hernandez-Cornier serves as the Upstate NY Associate Director for the New York and New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council. In this role, Erica strives to bring greater value to both the local Council's corporate members as well as the Council-Certified Minority Business Enterprise members. Prior to this role, Erica served as Program
- [Straight Talk Series 2014](https://rochesterhba.org/2014/straight-talk-series-2014/) - Straight Talk Series 2014 - all 8 Sessions This is your opportunity to learn what you need to know about how to operate a successful business. Each Straight Talk Series small business seminars is presented by SCORE Certified Mentors and other business experts who can help you to start or grow your business. Take your
- [No information available about 2014 events.](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/diversity-and-inclusion-conference-coming-oct-6-7/)
- [Dr. Otero Named RIT Minnett Professor](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/dr-otero-named-rit-minnett-professor/) - RHBA member Dr. Emeterio ‘Pete’ Otero was named the 2013 Minnett professor at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Dr. Otero, the dean of Monroe Community College’s Damon City Campus, was the 2011 RHBA Business Person of the Year. The Minnett Professorship was established to bring distinguished Rochester area multicultural professionals to RIT campus
- [Members Highlights: Eugenio Marlin](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/members-highlights-eugenio-marlin/) - Eugenio Marlin was born in the Dominican Republic and immigrated to Brooklyn, New York in 1971. Soon after, he established himself in Rochester, New York. Since then, Mr. Marlin has been actively involved in the Rochester community and is currently the President and CEO of the Ibero-American Development Corporation (IADC), an affiliate corporation of the
- [RHBA Member Mauricio Riveros Receives Award](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/rhba-member-mauricio-riveros-receives-award/) - Mauricio, executive vice president at The Pike Company, was one of 40 under 40 professionals recognized on November 21st for their contributions to the Rochester Community. He oversees operations, the risk management process and the professional development programs at The Pike Company and LeCesse Construction. RHBA members Hilda Escher, Luis Ormaechea and Grace Tillinghast joined
- [RHBA Chair Interviewed by WXXI Radio](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/rhba-chair-interviewed-by-wxxi-radio/) - Hiram Hernandez, Sr., RHBA new chair of the board of directors, was interviewed by WXXI radio. He shared his vision for the association and also talked about the process of starting a business, what people should know and the challenges new owners face. RHBA vice-chair, Grace Tillinghast, was also part of the dialogue. Hiram is CEO
- [Top 100](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/top100/) - Congratulations to RHBA member Sergio Esteban and LaBella Associates for being named to the 2013 Top 100. The firm has been recognized for several years as one of the top 100 companies in the area.
- [Kelly Tovar Mullaney Wins Award](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/kelly-tovar-mullaney-wins-award/) - Kelly Tovar Mullany, an RHBA member and President of Working Art Media, received the 2013 Volunteer of the Year Award presented by the Ibero American Action League. Kelly led her expertise to the design of the agency’s new website. Kelly was a member of the RHBA Board of Directors until September. Congratulations, Kelly!
- [Jerry Zappia to Speak at October Luncheon](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/jerry-zappia-to-speak-at-october-luncheon/) - Our lunch guest for October is Jerry Zappia, Dean of the School of Management at Nazareth College. Make your reservations today, contact: Michele Hefferon at RHBA@RBAlliance.com Phone: 585.256.4614 Date/Time Date(s) - 10/15/2013 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Location La Casa Restaurant 93 Alexander Street Rochester, NY 14620
- [RHBA Chair named to RBA Board](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/rhba-chairrba-board/) - Congratulations to RHBA Chair of the Board, Hiram Hernandez, Sr.! Hiram Hernandez, Sr., CEO of First Capital Payments, and newly elected chair of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association, has been named to the Rochester Business Alliance Board of Directors. The announcement was made at the Top 100 Hundred luncheon held on November 6th
- [Hispanic Business Person of the Year Luncheon & Expo](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-luncheon-expo-next-tuesday/) - The Rochester Hispanic Business Association held its annual, Hispanic Business Person of the Year Luncheon and Expo on Tuesday September 24. The luncheon portion was scheduled from noon to 1:30 pm. The event was held at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center with the business expo portion open from 10:30 am - 2:30 pm. Former
- [Interview With Ines Antonetti-Ferrer](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/interview-with-2013-ines-antonetti-ferrer/) - We recently sat down to talk to Ines Antonetti-Ferrer, our 2013 Hispanic Business Person of the Year. Antonetti-Ferrer is the owner of Ines’ Casa de Hair beauty salon on Rochester’s North Goodman Street. Q: When did you open your business? A: I opened Casa de Hair in February of 2003 after working with
- [RHBA Sponsors "If All of Rochester Read the Same Book" Event](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/rhba-sponsors-if-all-of-rochester-read-the-same-book-event/) - The Rochester Hispanic Business Association is Table of Content Sponsor for If All of Rochester Read the Same Book 2013, an annual event organized by Writers & Books. This year the selected book is the novel Into the Beautiful North by Luis Alberto Urrea. The author will be visiting Rochester March 27-29, 2013. In preparation for this visit, Writers & Books has
- [The Battery (Grace & Fred Tillinghast) Celebrates 30th Anniversary](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/the-battery-grace-fred-tillinghast-celebrates-30th-anniversary/) - RHBA members Fred and Grace Tillinghast, co-owners of The Battery baseball and softball training facility, will be celebrating their 30th anniversary training champions next Saturday March 2nd. "As a small family owned and run business, we are proud to have contributed to make reality the dreams of thousands of young people. We are proud of the
- [Celebrating Law Day 2013](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/celebrating-law-day-2013/) - Established in 1958 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, Law Day is celebrated each year by bar associations, the courts and other law-related organizations and educational institutions across the country. Seymour W. James, Jr., President of the New York State Bar Association says about this year's celebration: The theme for Law Day 2013 is “Realizing the Dream: Equality
- [Hispanic Business Association Adds Two to Board of Directors](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/hispanic-business-association-adds-two-to-board-of-directors/) - The Rochester Hispanic Business Association, a Rochester Business Alliance affiliate, announced two new members of its Board of Directors: Dr. Javier Ayala and Lisa Martinez DeVinney. Dr. Javier Ayala is Dean of Career Technical Education at Monroe Community College. A native of El Salvador, Dr. Ayala holds a Ph.D. in education from Oregon State University. Prior
- [Members Highlights: Everardo "Andy" Rodriguez](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/members-highlights-everardo-andy-rodriguez/) - Everardo "Andy" Rodriguez is an Assistant United States Attorney for the Western District of New York, Rochester Office. He has been a federal prosecutor for 14 years, principally prosecuting persons charged with drug trafficking, illegal firearms possession and crimes of violence, including murder. Many of these crimes arise from large, long term and violent multi
- [Ines Antonetti-Ferrer 2013 Rochester Hispanic Business Person of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/ines-antonetti-ferrer-2013-rochester-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year/) - Ines Antonetti-Ferrer Named Hispanic Business Person of the Year Rochester Hispanic Business Association Award The Rochester Hispanic Business Association, a Rochester Business Alliance affiliate, named Ines Antonetti-Ferrer its 2013 Hispanic Business Person of the Year. Antonetti-Ferrer owns Ines’ Casa de Hair beauty salon on Rochester’s North Goodman Street, where she also serves as lead stylist. The 2013
- [Rochester Latino Rotary Club Honors Local Latino Entrepreneurs](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/rochester-latino-rotary-club-honors-local-latino-entrepreneurs/) - Last June 10th during their monthly dinner at the Holiday Inn Airport, the Rochester Latino Rotary Club honored local business owners who were making a significant impact on the economy of our community. The honorees were enlisted in the Rochester Latino Rotary Club Honor Roll of Latino Entrepreneurs. Among these outstanding entrepreneurs were several RHBA members: Gilbert R.
- [Hispanic American Veterans Memorial 5K Run Sept. 14th](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/hispanic-american-veterans-memorial-5k-run-sept-14th/) - The Hispanic Heritage Council of Western New York Inc. invites you to its 2nd Annual Hispanic American Veterans Memorial 5K Run & Family Walk. The 5k run will be held on September 14, 2013 at 10 AM at Erie Canal Harbour (canal side), One Marine Drive in Buffalo. Please join the group in celebrating our
- [RHBA Summer Picnic](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-summer-picnic/) - On July 13, the Rochester Hispanic Business Association held their summer picnic by the Lake Ontario. RHBA member Hilda Escher, President of Ibero-American Action League, generously hosted the event at her beautiful house at Lake Ontario. In an international potluck style, every one of the attending members brought a dish from their heritage country.
- [Author Luis Alberto Urrea Visits Rochester](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/author-luis-alberto-urrea-visits-rochester/) - Last evening we had the pleasure to attend one of the lectures author Luis Alberto Urrea is giving about his latest book: Into the Beautiful North during his visit to Rochester. This event took place at the auditorium of the Penfield Public Library and is part of Writers and Book's 2013 program "If Rochester Read the Same Book".
- [RHBA Business Lunch – January 2013](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/rhba-business-lunch-january-2013/) - Business Lunch with Lisa DeVinney, Enrollment Coordinator at Roberts Wesleyan College. Click here for more details about the event. Photos courtesy of Fred Tillinghast from The Battery.
- [RHBA Business Lunch – November 2012](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-business-lunch-november-2012/) - Business Lunch with Jackie & Sergio Ruffolo, from JR Language Translation Services. Jackie Ruffolo is President and owner, and Sergio is COO and owner, and member of the RHBA Board. Click here for more details about the event. Photos by Kelly T. Mullaney, Working Art Media.
- [2013 Eyes on the Future Economic Summit](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/2013-eyes-on-the-future-economic-summit/) - The 2013 Eyes on the Future Economic Summit theme: Is Your Company a ‘Fast’ Company? The keynote speaker of the event will be Robert Safian, editor and managing director of the award-winning monthly business magazine Fast Company. Safian’s presentation, “Is Your Company a Fast Company?” will provide three distinct guidelines to help companies and businesspeople determine if
- [Tricia Cruz New Public Relations Specialist for Rochester City School District](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/tricia-cruz-new-public-relations-specialist-for-rochester-city-school-district/) - RHBA member Tricia Cruz, president of Vamos! Public Relations, was recently named Public Relations Specialist and Assistant to the Chief of Communications for Rochester City School District. “I really feel that I couldn’t be in a better place than the Rochester City School District,” Cruz said. “My greatest passion in life is to help children, especially with
- [RHBA Member John Martin Announced His Retirement](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/rhba-member-john-martin-announced-his-retirement/) - John Martin, president of Roberts Wesleyan College announced that he will retire at the end of the 2013-14 academic year (May 2014). Dr. Martin came to Roberts seven years ago as the college provost. He became president of Roberts Wesleyan College in 2002. He holds doctoral degrees from Dallas Theological Seminary and the University of North
- [Luis Ormaechea a New York 40 under 40 Rising Latino Star](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/luis-ormaechea-a-new-york-40-under-40-rising-latino-star/) - The Hispanic Coalition NY announced the 2013 list of 2013 NY’s 40 under 40 Rising Latino Stars and RHBA board member Luis E. Ormaechea is the recipient of this award. Luis is an associate attorney at Underberg and Kessler LLP, and one of two individuals representing Western New York region. The Hispanic Coalition NY, Inc. is a non-partisan, non-sectarian
- [FM Office Express (Fabricio Morales) featured in D&C Small Business Spotlight](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/fm-office-express-fabricio-morales-featured-in-dc-small-business-spotlight/) - This past Sunday FM Office Express (Fabricio Morales, CEO) was featured in the Democrat and Chronicle Small Business Spotlight column. In this article, Fabricio Morales talks about his company and their beginnings, the market they serve, how they have managed to succeed during a tough economy, their plans for the future, including bits of information about
- [Jose Santana joins local Board of Directors](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/jose-santana-joins-local-board-of-directors/) - Jose Santana, Rochester Hispanic Business Association Board member and HR Manager of Hahn Automotive Warehouse, has joined the Board of Directors of Our Lady of Mercy High School. Mr. Santana is part of the RHBA Events Committee and is also member of the Rochester Latino Rotary Club Board of Directors. Our Lady of Mercy High School has been an all-girls
- [RHBA Chair Grace Tillinghast Joins the Women's Council Board of Directors](https://rochesterhba.org/2013/rhba-chair-grace-joins-the-womens-council-bod/) - Grace Tillinghast, Rochester Hispanic Business Association Chair and co-owner of The Battery, has joined the Greater Rochester Women's Council Board of Directors, elected for a 3-year term. Ms. Tillinghast had previously worked with the Council for many years while she worked at the Kodak Company. The Greater Rochester Women's Council, an affiliate of the Rochester Business Alliance, defines
- [Members Highlights September: Iveth Reynolds](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/members-highlights-september-iveth-reynolds/) - Iveth M. Reynolds grew up in New York, NY and in 1992, she relocated to Rochester. While in Rochester, she worked in the personnel industry as coordinator for temporary staffing for Chase Manhattan Bank. After some years in the staffing industry, she decided to follow her interest in Information Technology. She began her career at
- [Members Highlights August: Diane Marcus](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/members-highlights-august-diane-marcus/) - "I moved to Rochester about 30 years ago. I was surprised by the wide variety of things to do here. I especially like the RPO, visiting wineries, attending events at the Memorial Art Gallery, and visiting the different festivals we have. The diverse culture of the population adds to the flavor of Rochester. I particularly enjoy
- [Annette Jimenez Talks to School Children](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/annette-jimenez-talks-to-school-children/) - RHBA member Annette Jimenez, a reporter from El Mensajero, recently visited Discovery Charter School in Irondequoit to talk the the students about being a journalist. Annette shared with the third grade students that she was inspired by one of her elementary school teachers to become a journalist. As a child, she loved writing and found
- [RHBA Business Lunch - May 2012](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-business-lunch-may-2012/) - Our May business lunch conversation with Mr. Sergio Esteban took us back in time, with stories about historic Rochester buildings and places, and also let us dive into some information on how the Midtown project downtown progressed to today's status. Click here for details about this event. Photos by Kelly T. Mullaney, Working Art
- [RHBA Business Lunch – June 2012](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-business-lunch-june-2012/) - The conversation with our guest for the June Business Lunch, Ms. Daisy Rivera-Algarin, was very informative. She shared with us the names of some of the local businesses that have received financial assistance from the City, she went about the general process those businesses went through when working with the City's Economic Development Department and other great recommendations. We
- [RHBA Business Lunch – July 2012](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-business-lunch-july-2012/) - Business Lunch with Mauricio Riveros, Vice President of Project Controls at The Pike Company. Click here for details about this event. Photos by Kelly T. Mullaney, Working Art Media.
- [RHBA Business Lunch – August 2012](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-business-lunch-august-2012/) - Business Lunch with Javier Quintana, AVP, Community Office Sales Manager at Canandaigua National Bank & Trust. Click here for details about this event. Photos by Kelly T. Mullaney, Working Art Media.
- [First RHBA Business Lunch - February 2012](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/first-rhba-business-lunch-february-2012/) - Tuesday February 21st, RHBA members and their guests gathered at D'Mangu Restaurant for the first of the Business Lunch Series, an event that will take place the third lunch of the month. Gathered around the table, we enjoyed of a very lively discussion about the use of mobile technology by retail businesses, in particular the
- [RHBA Business Lunch - March 2012](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-business-lunch-march-2012/) - A warm day celebrating the beginning of Spring was a great frame for our second meeting of the Business Lunch series, which took place last March 20th. Our guest Annette Jiménez , from El Mensajero Católico , lead the conversation, sharing some of the 'secrets' to get businesses, and news in general, in the radar of local
- [RHBA Business Lunch – October 2012](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-business-lunch-october-2012/) - Business Lunch with Angel Estrella, founder and principal of A&R Associates and Estrella Tax Services. Click here for details about this event. Photos by Kelly T. Mullaney, Working Art Media.
- [RHBA Business Lunch - April 2012](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-business-lunch-april-2012/) - Listening to Dr. Emeterio Otero talk during one of his presentations is always very inspiring and engaging. Having lunch with him is even better. During our business lunch conversation, Dr. Otero shared with us the reasons behind the decision of the MCC board to pursue the Kodak campus for the Damon City Campus, the assessment in identifying
- [Thinking Forward: Adapting to a Changing Workplace](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/thinking-forward-adapting-to-a-changing-workplace/) - Don't miss this vitalizing presentation where six creative thought leaders will deliver fresh ideas about adapting to the ever-changing issues we confront in the workplace and beyond: Tricia Cruz, Brian A. Kane, Bill Self, Judith Shenouda, Greg Taylor and Nancy Weil. Experts in their fields, these professional speakers will inspire, motivate and empower you to
- [Sergio Esteban Featured in El Mensajero for his RHBA Award](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/sergio-esteban-featured-in-el-mensajero-for-his-rhba-award/) - Sergio Esteban, CEO of LaBella Associates, P.C. and RHBA Vice Chair, was featured on an article in El Mensajero Católico for his award Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2012. From El Mensajero: During his speech at the RHBA's annual luncheon on Sept. 25, Estéban advised staying true to your values, treating people and clients like one would
- [Dr. Emeterio Otero Receives Award from United Way's Circulo Latino](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/dr-emeterio-otero-receives-award-from-united-ways-circulo-latino/) - Dr. Emeterio “Pete” Otero, Executive Dean of Monroe Community College Damon Campus, received the 2012 Circulo Latino Community Leadership Award from the United Way of Greater Rochester for his community service and leadership. The ceremony took place Wednesday September 19th, during the 30th Anniversary Dinner of the Latino Leadership Development Program (LLDP). From the United Way's
- [Luis E. Ormaechea Elected to the RHBA Board](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/luis-e-ormaechea-elected-to-the-rhba-board/) - Luis Emilio Ormaechea has been elected to the board of directors of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association. Ormaechea, a native of Buenos Aires, Argentina, is a graduate of the Syracuse University College of Law, currently practicing corporate, intellectual property, and real estate law as an associate attorney at Underberg & Kessler LLP. Among his community activities,
- [Hiram Hernández Sr. Joins MCC Foundation](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/hiram-hernandez-sr-joins-mcc-foundation/) - Monroe Community College announced that Hiram Hernández, Sr., president and CEO of First Capital Payments, has joined the Monroe Community College Foundation Board of Directors. The MCC Foundation is a 501 c 3 nonprofit corporation that seeks and secures private funds to supplement MCC’s traditional revenue sources. Mr. Hernández, originally from Puerto Rico, is member of the
- [Best Companies to Work for in NYS](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-members-among-best-companies/) - Fibertech Networks, LLC and The Pike Company, Inc were among the 6 area businesses included in the list of Best Companies to Work for in New York State published by the New York State Society for Human Resource Management. Both companies ranked in the Small to Medium Employers category. This list is compiled from the results of a survey that evaluates
- [Let's Talk About the Construction Sector and the State of the Economy](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/lets-talk-about-the-construction-sector-and-the-state-of-the-economy/) - With the construction industry one of the largest sectors of our economy, it is often used as one as a strong indicator of its health. We are looking forward to the next Business Lunch Series with Mauricio Riveros, Vice President at The Pike Company. Prior to joining The Pike Company and the United States Mr.
- [August 28: NSHMBA Rochester Speaker Series - Featuring Efrain Rivera, CFO Paychex](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/speaker-series-conversations-with-the-c-suite-featuring-efrain-rivera-cfo-paychex/) - The Rochester Chapter of The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) is organizing this Speakers Series event, with featured speaker Efrain Rivera, CFO Paychex Date: 8/28/2012 Time: 5:30 - 8:30 PM Location: Kodak Little Theatre, Kodak Headquarters Building 343 State St - Rochester, New York 14650 Cost: $25 for non-members - $15 for associate members - $5 for premier members You
- [August 17, 2012: 101 Mobility Grand Opening to Benefit the National MS Society](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/grand-opening-to-benefit-the-national-ms-society/) - RHBA member Miguel Millan, owner and operator of the first 101 Mobility franchise to open in upstate New York, is hosting a Grand Opening Event to benefit the National MS Society’s Upstate NY Chapter. The grand opening event will take place at the 101 Mobility of Rochester showroom, located at 1249 Ridgeway Avenue in Rochester. Food and refreshments will be
- [Members Highlights May: Rosemarie Gutierrez](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/members-highlights-may-rosemarie-gutierrez/) - Born in New York City, of Puerto Rican and Nicaraguan descent, Rosemarie Gutierrez moved to Rochester with the new millennium. Ms. Gutierrez is a licensed Realtor with over 10 years experience. She is member of the Greater Rochester Association of Realtors and she currently works as an Licensed Real Estate Agent with J Vincent Real Estate. Her specialties are
- [September 2nd, 2012: 4th Juan & Maria's International Spanish Festival](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/4th-international-spanish-festival/) - Take a tour of the unique countries that make up Latin America, in addition to a view of Spain. Performances by natives themselves will captivate your attention throughout the day Sunday, September 2nd is the International Spanish Festival for people of all ethnic backgrounds. Colorful exhibits, live entertainment, food and more... For more information about
- [Pillars of Hope Reception](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/pillars-of-hope-reception/) - Members from the City of Rochester are looking to implement Pillars of Hope program to schools with the highest Latino population. Some of those being mentioned are School 22, School 9 , Monroe 9th grade only, and a few others. However the amount of schools that we can effectively reach depends on the number of Latino representation that
- [Latino Rotary Dance to Health](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/latino-rotary-dance-to-health/) - When: Saturday July 28st This is a two-part all-day event: ZUMBA fitness Where: YMCA - Carlson Metro Center (Main Street across from Eastman Theatre) Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Cost: $10 Adult $5 Children Details: Chair Yoga & Silver Fitness - Health Fair Dance Performance - Open Dance Where: Diplomat Party House Time: 6:30 p.m. Cost: $35 per person Details: Dance the night away,
- [Puerto Rican Festival](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/puerto-rican-festival/) - When: Friday July 20th - Sunday July 22nd Where: Frontier Field – One Morrie Silver Way Rochester, NY Time: Friday 12pm - 11pm, Saturday 12pm - 11pm, and Sunday 12pm - 7:30pm Cost: $10.00 per day or $25 weekend passes Details: Celebrating our 43rd annual Puerto Rican Festival. We will be joined by Our Latin Thing, Nklabe, Luis
- [SSGT Javier Ortiz Memorial 5k Race and Fitness Walk](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/ssgt-javier-ortiz-memorial-5k-rac/) - When: Saturday July 21st Where: Frontier Field – One Morrie Silver Way Rochester, NY Time: 9 - 10:30am (registration starting at 8am) Cost: $15.00 early registration / $20 day of race Details: Race benefiting the Veterans Outreach Center. The race will feature a kid’s fun run at 8:30, music, and many other things. Come show your support
- [Vilma and Alfred Burgos' Community Work with the 5K Race and Fitness Walk During the Puerto Rican Festival](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/vilma-and-alfred-burgos-community-work-with-the-5k-race-and-fitness-walk/) - The 5K Race and Fitness Walk takes place on Saturday morning during the weekend of the Puerto Rican Festival celebration. It honors the memory of SSGT Javier Ortiz. Javier Ortiz participated in the first Puerto Rican Festival 5K Race in August of 2010. One month later he was deployed to Afghanistan and in November 2010,
- [Luisa Baars’ community work with Rochester Latino Rotary Club](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/luisa-baars-community-work-with-rochester-latino-rotary-club/) - "I am very involved with Rotary, particularly the Rochester Latino Rotary Club. We have been doing a lot of work with youths locally and also international projects: A school in El Sauce, Nicaragua - we provide school supplies every year, now the third year we have done this Two projects in Mexico: A school for
- [Luis E. Ormaechea's community work with the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/luis-e-ormaechea-community-work-literacy-volunteers-of-rochester/) - RHBA member Luis E. Ormaechea is a member of the Board of Directors of Literacy Volunteers of Rochester (LVR), a not-for-profit organization of trained volunteers dedicated to providing one-to-one or small group English tutoring to functionally illiterate adults and to others lacking English language skills, and to fostering literacy in the greater Rochester, NY area. LVR
- [Annette Jimenez' community work with Borinquen Dance Theater](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/annette-jimenez-community-work-with-borinquen-dance-theater/) - "My daughter, Julia, joined Borinquen Dance Theatre nearly six years ago when she was 8. Shortly thereafter, Nydia Padilla-Rodriguez, Borinquen's founder and artistic director, asked me to be part of the planning committee for annual fundraisers to support Borinquen's mission of "Building the Desire to Succeed through the Discipline of Dance." I help publicize the
- [RHBA Enhanced Members Get More Members Benefits](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-enhanced-members-get-more-members-benefits/) - The Rochester Hispanic Business Association is very pleased to inform about a new benefit for RHBA enhanced members, as they will now receive the Rochester Business Alliance member admission for their Business After Hours and Speed Networking events. The regular admission of Business After Hours and Speed Networking events is $50. The member price of $10 is for RBA
- [Celebrating Mother's Day at RHBA ](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/celebrating-mothers-day-at-rhba/) - Happy Mother's Day! This year we wanted to do something special to celebrate Mother's Day, by featuring the mothers among the members of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association. We asked them if they would like to participate by sending us their stories, anecdotes and thoughts about how being a Mom, including photos (new or old) of
- [Celebrating Father's Day at RHBA](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/celebrating-fathers-day-at-rhba/) - Happy Father's Day! In honor of Father's Day, today we feature members of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association who shared with us their thoughts about fatherhood. Read what these proud papas have to say about being a Dad... Luis E. Ormaechea Fatherhood is extremely rewarding. As my children grow, it is fascinating to see
- [El Pilon Criollo, Sam's Club Business Member of the Year](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/el-pilon-criollo-sams-club-business-member-of-the-year/) - El Pilon Criollo Restaurant (Librada Brown, owner) has been awarded Business Member of the Year 2011 by Sam's Club in Greece, NY. Sam's Club Business Member of the Year is an award that each individual store presents annually to selected business members as an appreciation for their business. Chris Lohrmann, General Manager of the Sam's
- [Annette Jiménez Wins Award from The New York Press Association](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/annette-jimenez-wins-award-from-the-new-york-press-association/) - Annette Jiménez, staff reporter for El Mensajero Católico, received 3rd place from The New York Press Association (NYPA) award for Best News or Feature Series, within their 2011 Better Newspaper Contest last month. This award was for a touching and inspiring story, written with sensibility and respect by Annette about local children's rights advocate, Marisol Ramos-Lopez. "Families of every culture in
- [RHBA Scholarships Awarded to Local Hispanic Students](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-scholarships-awarded-to-local-hispanic-students/) - For over a decade, the Rochester Hispanic Business Association has been awarding scholarships to local Hispanic students. This year, the RHBA scholarships will be awarded to two college bound Hispanic students: Javier Enrique Torres (Odyssey Academy) and Olivia Martinez (Rush Henrietta). RHBA members who will also be presenting scholarships during the event are: Dr. Emeterio Otero (Monroe Community College) - two scholarships
- [Hilda Rosario Escher Receives 2012 New York State Women of Distinction](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/hilda-rosario-escher-receives-2012-new-york-state-women-of-distinction/) - Hilda Rosario Escher, president and CEO of Ibero American Action League, was presented the 2012 New York State Women of Distinction award by Senator Joe Robarch (New York State Senate representative for the 56th Senatorial District). Sen. Robarch wrote about Ms. Escher: "Hilda focuses her efforts on strategic planning, developing leaders in her organization and being a
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2011](https://rochesterhba.org/2011/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2011/) - On September 29, 2011, the selected Hispanic Person of the Year was Dr. Emeterio M. Otero, Executive Dean of the Damon City Campus, Monroe Community College.
- [Executive Jibaritos Networking at Tapas](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/executive-jibaritos-networking-at-tapas/) - When: Friday July 6th Where: Tapas – 177 St. Paul St Rochester, NY Time: 5:30pm Cost: FREE!!! Details: Come join us as we have our networking event. Females wear your country’s flower in your hair or colors for a chance to win Puerto Rican Festival tickets. Males are encouraged to wear Guayaberas
- [Luis Martinez Featured Presenter at National Sales Conference](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/luis-martinez-featured-atnational-sales-conference/) - Luis A. Martinez, principal at Human Capital Strategy Partners, will be one of the featured presenters during the 2012 NHSN National Conference And Career Fair. The conference, organized by National Hispanic Sales Network (NHSN), will take place from July 26 to 28 at the Sheraton Meadowlands Hotel and Conference Center at East Rutherford, New Jersey. Full conference ticket includes Sessions,
- [Grace Tillinghast New Chair of the Board of the Arts and Cultural Council](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/grace-tillinghast-new-chair-of-the-board-of-the-arts-and-cultural-council/) - Grace Tillinghast, owner of The Battery and Chair of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association, is the new Chair of the board of the Arts and Cultural Council for Greater Rochester. Ms. Tillinghast has been active in the Arts Cuncil for many years. First, representing Kodak, since the company supported many arts and cultural entities in
- [Dr. Emeterio Otero received the 2012 Jennifer Koon Courage Award](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/dr-emeterio-otero-received-the-2012-jennifer-koon-courage-award/) - Dr. Emeterio M. Otero, Executive Dean at Monroe Community College’s Damon City Campus, received the 2012 Jennifer Koon Courage Award from the St. John Fisher College Peace and Social Justice studies program. The ceremony took place during the annual “The Road Less Traveled” event at St. John Fisher College. Dr. Otero has an extensive résumé full of volunteer work,
- [Members Highlights June: Tabita Torres Rodriguez](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/members-highlights-june-tabita-torres-rodriguez/) - Tabita Torres Rodriguez was born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. Traveling to Rochester many times since she was 2 years old, Tabita put down roots in our community in 1998. Currently, Ms. Torres is a Relationship Manager, responsible for fundraising more than 750,000+, manages the Circulo Latino (CL) leadership giving society and coordinates the Latino Leadership Development Program (LLDP)
- [Sergio Esteban Named Chair of the Board at GEVA](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/sergio-esteban-chair-of-the-board-at-geva/) - GEVA recently named Sergio Esteban, President and CEO of LaBella Associates P.C., Chair of its Board of Directors. GEVA Theatre Center is Rochester’s leading professional theatre since it was founded 39 years ago. It is the regional theatre that attracts the largest number of patrons, estimated al 180,000 annually. It creates and produces professional theatre, programs and
- [Social Media: Ready, Set, Go! Conference on June 14](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/social-media-ready-set-go-conference-on-june-14/) - This conference is intended to be a hands-on event, where participants will learn practical skills that they can begin using immediately, with a great series of workshops and presenters planned for the day. I personally know most of the conference presenters and I can tell you they are top local social media consultants. Whether you are a
- [A conversation about Business and Downtown Rochester](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/lunch-dr-emeterio-otero-conversation-business-downtown-rochester/) - This month we are honored to have with us a highly respected member of our community, Dr. Emeterio Otero. Dr. Otero is the Dean of Monroe Community College Damon City Campus. He is also the 2011 RHBA Business Person of the Year. As a member of the board of the Rochester Downtown Development Corporation (RDDC), Dr. Otero can share valuable
- [Members Highlights April: Luis E. Ormaechea](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/members-highlights-april-luis-e-ormaechea/) - Luis E. Ormaechea began his career as an educator in public schools in rural and urban settings across New York State. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from Cornell University and a Master of Arts degree in Science Education from New York University as part of the process of earning permanent
- [RHBA Business Lunch Series - April](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-business-lunch-series-april/) - Our special guest in the Business Lunch Series for April is Dr. Emeterio Otero, Executive Dean of Damon City Campus, Monroe Community College and Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2011. Date: Tuesday April 17th, 2012 Time: 11:30 pm to 1:00 pm Cost: Separate checks Location: Salena's Mexican Restaurant 302 N Goodman St - Rochester, NY 14607 Make your reservations: Michele Hefferon RHBA@RBAlliance.com Phone: 585.256.4614
- [Sergio Esteban Named to the MCC Foundation](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/sergio-esteban-named-to-the-mcc-foundation/) - RHBA vice chair, Sergio Esteban, Chairman and CEO of LaBella Associates, has joined the Monroe Community College Foundation Board of Directors. The MCC Foundation, representing over fifty business and community leaders, connects private and corporate philanthropy with opportunities to support the college and its students. Presently, Sergio is the only Hispanic among the directors. Mr. Esteban, originally
- [Members Highlights March: Oscar Pedroso](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/member-spotlight-march-oscar-pedroso/) - Oscar R. Pedroso is founder of MBA Writer’s Block, an online admissions resource for young professionals and students applying to business school. He is a seasoned MBA applicant who has secured interviews from top MBA programs. He has taken his years of application experience and funneled it into the MBA Writer’s Block blog, as well
- [RHBA Member Owner of the First 101 Mobility Franchise in New York](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-member-owner-of-the-first-101-mobility-franchise-in-new-york/) - 101 Mobility officially announced the opening of their first franchise in Rochester and Upstate New York, owned by RHBA member Miguel Millan. 101 Mobility is based in Wilmington, NC. With over 10 years of experience in the medical field, Mr. Millan will be working with aging and disabled patients to identify which home health care devices
- [Members Highlights April: Mildred Vazquez](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/members-highlights-april-mildred-vazquez/) - Mildred Vazquez has lived and worked in the Rochester Latino community most of her life. Her family moved from Puerto Rico to Rochester when she was very young and with the help and support of relatives already in the area, friends and agencies like Ibero-American Action League and the Puerto Rican Youth Development Program (PRYD),
- [Hiram Hernandez Jr. Joins Elite Group of Certified Payment Professionals](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/hiram-hernandez-jr-joins-elite-group-of-certified-payment-professionals/) - Citing the need to standardize best practices and principles, the Electronic Transactions Association launched the Certified Payments Professional (CPP) program late in 2011. Certification is granted upon passing a rigorous written examination. Those that pass are then granted the title of Certified Payments Professional. Eligibility for the exam is based on possessing one year’s experience
- [RHBA Member Applies his Experience on Biz to Help MBA Applicants](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-member-applying-his-experience-on-biz-to-help-mba-applicants/) - After applying for graduate school for 3 years and spending about $11,000, RHBA member Oscar Pedroso knows well about MBA applications, learning how to save money in the process. Pedroso started a new business around this and it's now in its first stages promoting it and getting his name out there. He published a booklet
- [Oscar Pedroso finalist in Startup Weekend Rochester](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/oscar-pedroso-finalist-in-startup-weekend-rochester/) - RHBA member Oscar Pedroso and his team were awarded third place during Rochester's first-ever Startup Weekend event. The Startup Weekend competition, supported by the Kauffman Foundation, is a 54-hour weekend-long event during which groups of developers, business managers, startup enthusiasts, marketers, and graphic artists form teams around ideas, and work to develop a working prototype, demo,
- [FCP brings Google Wallet to Rochester](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/news-2/) - Hiram Hernandez, Sr., First Capital Payments founder and RHBA Board Member, is working with merchants to enable their credit card systems to handle payment by cellphone, using a new application called Google Wallet. Google Wallet, allows consumers to pay their bills with a single tap at the checkout and can can automatically redeem discount coupons and register the
- [Training starts Firefighter Project - Los Bomberos de Puerto Plata](https://rochesterhba.org/2011/training-starts-firefighter-project-los-bomberos-de-puerto-plata/) - In June of 2011, three Puerto Plata firefighters, “bomberos” Chief Pedro Martínez, Sgt. Pedro Martínez Jr., and Sgt. Major Roberto González, flew to Rochester to attend an intensive three week period of Firefighter I training and lodge and gain field experience with RPD fire companies. Under the tutelage and guidance of Monroe Community College and
- [Members Highlights January: Carol A. Courtney](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/members-highlights-january-carol-courtney/) - Carol A. Courtney works as a Recreation Therapist at the Canandaigua Veterans Affairs Medical Center on two of the Community Living Centers (Long-term care units). In her career as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Courtney, who has a master’s degree, has worked with participants in an adult day health program, active seniors in the community, Veterans in acute
- [RHBA Spring Networking Event - May](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/news-3/) - Save the date! Date: Thursday May 17, 2012 Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Cost: $5 RHBA members - $10 Guests Location: Arts and Cultural Council – 277 North Goodman St. - Rochester, NY This year, we are trying a new venue for our Spring Networking event. The Arts and Council of Greater Rochester offers a beautiful gallery space where attendees will
- [Business Lunch Series – March](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/business-lunch-series-march/) - Save the Date! Date: Tuesday March 20, 2012 Time: 11:30 pm to 1:00 pm Location: TBA
- [Business Lunch Series - February](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/business-lunch-series/) - Date: Tuesday February 21st, 2012 Time: 11:30 pm to 1:00 pm Cost: $10 - $12 price range. Separate checks Location: D'Mangu Restaurant 1474 East Henrietta Rd, Bldg. A, Rochester, NY 14623 The Rochester Hispanic Business Association is pleased to announce its new Business Lunch Series. A monthly lunch and meaningful conversation, where RHBA members will have the opportunity to meet upclose and
- [Post sample from BuddyPress](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/post-sample-from-buddypress/) - Post sample from BuddyPress This is a widgeted area which is called Homepage. It is using the Dynamic Content Gallery plugin and the Genesis - Featured Posts widget to display what you see on the Education child theme demo site. To get started, you'll need to download the plugin from the link given in the
- [Members Highlights February: Carlos Pérez](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/members-highlights-february-carlos-perez/) - Carlos Pérez began his career as an Industrial Hygienist/Compliance Officer for the US Department of Labor (OSHA). He moved into industry at Eastman Kodak Company where he held a number of key positions in various Rochester manufacturing sites and operations in Latin America, the United States and Asia. Carlos has over 15 years of experience implementing Lean/Six
- [Business Lunch Series – March](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/business-lunch-series-march-2/) - Our special guest for March is award winning reporter Annette Jimenez, from El Mensajero Católico. Date: Tuesday March 20th, 2012 Time: 11:30 pm to 1:00 pm Cost: Separate checks Location: Salena's Mexican Restaurant 1474 East Henrietta Rd, Bldg. A, Rochester, NY 14623 Make your reservations: Michele Hefferon RHBA@RBAlliance.com Phone: 585.256.4614 Click here for more details on this event.
- [What would you ask a reporter if you had lunch with one? ](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/what-would-you-ask-a-reporter-if-you-had-lunch-with-one/) - What would you talk about with an award winning journalist if you had lunch with one? Well... this month we have the opportunity to have lunch with award winning reporter Annette Jiménez, from El Mensajero Católico. For several years, Annette has been recognized nationally and international for her compelling reporting, including Best Newswriting, Best In-Depth
- [Ten Tips That Can Help You Get Media Coverage](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/ten-tips-that-can-help-you-get-media-coverage/) - by Guest Writer: Annette Jimenez - El Mensajero Catolico If you have an event coming up, or there is an issue you think it should be covered by the media, here are 10 tips prepared by Annette Jimenez and the team from El Mensajero Catolico that can help you work better with your local media: Contact us.
- [RHBA launches new website](https://rochesterhba.org/2012/rhba-launches-new-website/) - We are pleased to officially launch the brand new Rochester Hispanic Business Association website: RochesterHBA.org. This new format delivers more in-depth information on the organization and helps support our mission to increase the visibility of Hispanic professionals and business owners in the community. Some of the features now available are: RHBA News: General news and announcements about

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- [Built to Scale](https://rochesterhba.org/built-to-scale/) - Construction Growth & Procurement Cohort Helping established businesses compete for larger contracts and procurement opportunities. CONTRACTORS Apply for the Cohort PURCHASERS Complete the Partner Survey Strengthening Rochester’s Contractor Pipeline Across Rochester and Buffalo, organizations collectively spend hundreds of millions of dollars annually on construction and facilities work, yet many projects rely on a limited contractor
- [Hispanic Business Person of the Year Nomination Form](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/hbpoy-nomination/) - The Hispanic Business Person of the Year Award recognizes an individual who has enhanced the Hispanic Community with a significant, positive contribution, or who has otherwise contributed positively to the economic development and business interests of the Hispanic Community in the Greater Rochester area, and who serves as a positive role model. The contribution may
- [Current HBPOY Award](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/current-award/) - Julio Vazquez, Founder and Former Administrator of Eugenio María de Hostos Charter School2025 Rochester Hispanic Business Person of the Year Julio Vazquez has dedicated over 50 years to uplifting Rochester’s Hispanic community. As a founding member of the Ibero-American Action League (IAAL) in 1967, he spent three decades at the agency, culminating in his tenure
- [Hispanic Business Person of the Year Award](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/) - The Hispanic Business Person of the Year (HBPOY) award recognizes an individual who has enhanced the Hispanic Community with a significant, positive contribution, or who has otherwise contributed positively to the economic development and business interests of the Hispanic Community in the Greater Rochester area, and who serves as a positive role model. The contribution may be
- [RHBA Membership Renewal](https://rochesterhba.org/rhba-membership-renewal/) - If you currently are a member of RHBA, you can renew your membership filling out the form below. If you are not an RHBA member yet and you're looking to become one, please use this link for the RHBA application form for new memberships. TIP: If you don't need to make any changes to your
- [Sponsors for the 2025 Annual Luncheon & HBPOY Award](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/award-sponsors/) - Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsors Bronze Sponsors If you would like to be an event sponsor or inquire about program advertising please click here for more details and pricing, or email us at events@RochesterHBA.org.
- [1 TEST RHBA HBPOY 2025](https://rochesterhba.org/test-rhba-hbpoy-2025/) - Read the press release announcing her award 2025 TEST ANNUAL LUNCH GALA September 27, 2018Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention CenterVIP Reception: 11:15 a.m. – Lunch: Noon to 1:30
- [RHBA Officers](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-officers/) - Chair: Orlando RiveraRealtorCountry of heritage: Puerto Rico Vice Chair: Liliana Ruíz Director of Special Projects and Educational Initiatives, City of RochesterCountry of heritage: Colombia Immediate Past Chair: Grace TillinghastOwner, The BatteryCountry of heritage: Argentina Treasurer: Agustín RodríguezSenior Director of Ibero Business Center (IBC), Ibero-American Action League, Inc.Country of heritage: Puerto Rico Secretary: José CruzadoDirector of
- [RHBA Membership Application Form](https://rochesterhba.org/membership-application/) - If you are already an RHBA member, follow this link to renew your membership online. If you prefer to register via regular mail, click here to download a PDF version of this application. Please print, fill in and mail the form along with your check payable to "RHBA", to: Rochester Hispanic Business AssociationPO Box 17283Rochester, NY
- [Contact Us](https://rochesterhba.org/contact-rhba/) - . Membership Services and General Inquires About the Association: Thank you for your interest in the Rochester Hispanic Business Association. Mailing Address: PO Box 17283 Rochester, NY 14617 Email: hola@RochesterHBA.org You can also contact us through the following form: Please note that the RHBA does not have a staff. If we are not available when you
- [Register For The Next RHBA Business Lunch](https://rochesterhba.org/register-business-lunch/) - RHBA March Business Lunch SeriesTuesday, March 18, 2025, 11:30am-1pmAvalon Roc | 470 State Street "Key Employment Law Changes for 2025: What Employers Need to Know" Speaker: Yomaris Sanchez-Orona, Associate Attorney with Ogletree Deakins’ Employment Law Group.
- [Transaction Canceled](https://rochesterhba.org/transaction-cancelled/) - You canceled the last transaction. Was there any problem? How can we help you? If you have questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us: Orlando Rivera - RHBA Chair hola@RochesterHBA.org S. Rodriguez - Web support web@RochesterHBA.org Thank you!
- [About RHBA](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/) - OUR MISSION is to promote the economic growth and development of Hispanic-owned businesses and Hispanic professionals in the Greater Rochester area. FOUNDED IN 1989 to promote development of Hispanic owned businesses in the Greater Rochester area. OUR GOAL is to enhance the economic and educational development of the Hispanic community in Rochester and throughout the
- [HBPOY Ticket Information and Sponsorship Options](https://rochesterhba.org/hbpoy-ticket-information-and-sponsorship-options/) - This information is valid for the RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala 2022, taking place on September 20th, 2022 at the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center. Tickets Individual Tickets $60 - Member $70 - Non-member Table of 10 $550 - Member $650 - Non-Member Sponsorship Options & Program Advertising 2022 Gold
- [RHBA Directory](https://rochesterhba.org/rhba-directory/) - Please click on a letter below to search by the first letter of the member's last name. Then click on Clear Search to display all members again.
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2015](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2015/) - Zury Brown Owner El Pilon Criollo Restaurant Better known as “Zury” in the community, Ms. Librada Brown was born in Cataño, Puerto Rico amid modest beginnings. She moved to Rochester 27 years ago and worked with the Rochester City School District for 19 years. During that time, she started her food business part-time as an
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2013](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2013/) - Ines Antonetti-Ferrer Named Hispanic Business Person of the Year Rochester Hispanic Business Association Award The Rochester Hispanic Business Association, a Rochester Business Alliance affiliate, named Ines Antonetti-Ferrer its 2013 Hispanic Business Person of the Year. Antonetti-Ferrer owns Ines’ Casa de Hair beauty salon on Rochester’s North Goodman Street, where she also serves as the
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2018](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2018/) - Arline Santiago Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Legal Director - ESL Federal Credit Union Arline Santiago joined ESL in 2008 as Senior Vice President/General Counsel. As the organization’s chief legal counselor, she manages all ESL legal and regulatory affairs. She also serves on the ESL Planning, Policy, and Operations Committees and as our corporate
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2017](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2017/) - Eugenio Marlin Vice President - Ibero-American Development Corporation Eugenio Marlin was born in the Dominican Republic and moved to New York in 1971, and soon after he established himself in Rochester. He has been actively involved in the community and he is presently the President and CEO of Ibero-American Development Corporation, an affiliate of the
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2016](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2016/) - Mercedes Vazquez-Simmons Founder and President - Pretty Girl Promotions Mercedes Vazquez Simmons is the President of Pretty Girl Productions LLC, New York’s first licensed Latino female boxing promoter and the first Puerto Rican female boxing and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) promoter in the United States. Mercedes holds a masters degree in Business Administration. In 2000 she
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2003](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2003/) - Grace Tillinghast Co-owner - The Battery Grace Tillinghast, formerly a Kodak executive, left the corporate world in 2007 to work full time for the family business. Since 1983, she is co-owner of The Battery, the first indoor baseball, and softball training facility in Western NY. Presently active in several groups and organizations in the community: Member of
- [Register](https://rochesterhba.org/register/)
- [Letter from the Chairperson](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/letter-from-the-chairperson/) - January 2022 To the members of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association, Thanks to your votes, a new RHBA Board of Directors has been elected for the 2022-2024 term and we are very excited to continue the good work RHBA has been doing for its members and the Rochester community since 1989. Your new Board members
- [Membership Benefits](https://rochesterhba.org/membership/) - . ¡Bienvenidos! Thank you for your interest in joining the Rochester Hispanic Business Association (RHBA). We invite you to become a member and contribute to the organization’s growth and enhancing the presence of Hispanic businesses and professionals in the community. All RHBA members enjoy the following general benefits: Your name and business affiliation is posted in the
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- [RHBA Networking Opportunities](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-networking-opportunities/) - The Rochester Hispanic Business Association offers networking opportunities to its members and the business community via several events throughout the year: RHBA Business Lunch Series Lunches are held on the third Tuesday of each month (except on the month of the HBPOY Luncheon, August and December) at a local Hispanic restaurant. Members get a chance to have
- [Resources](https://rochesterhba.org/resources/) - Useful Links Organizations Casa Hispana, Nazareth College Hispanic Business Magazine Latin American Student Organization of Simon (LASOS), University of Rochester Latinas Unidas Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Rochester Red Cross Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), National SHPE Northeast, Region Four U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Greater Rochester Enterprise Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe
- [Scholarships for Hispanic Students](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-community-programs/scholarships-for-hispanic-students/) - RHBA has been awarding scholarships to area college bound Hispanic students for more than a decade as part of its mission to enhance the educational opportunities of members of the overall Hispanic community. Those recognized trace their roots to most of the countries in Latin America and Spain. Some of the early RHBA scholars have
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- [RHBA Member at Large](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-officers/rhba-member-at-large-7/) - Lisa Martinez DeVinney Admissions Coordinator Roberts Wesleyan College Country of heritage: Mexico/Guatemala Lisa Martinez DeVinney serves as Admissions Coordinator at Roberts Wesleyan College. She holds a BA in Communications from Biola University and is currently working on a Master of Science in Strategic Leadership at Roberts Wesleyan. DeVinney previously served in several roles at the
- [RHBA Member at Large](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-officers/rhba-member-at-large-3/) - Javier Ayala, PhD Dean of Career Technical Education Monroe Community College Country of heritage: El Salvador Dr. Ayala holds a Ph.D. in education from Oregon State University. Prior to his position at MCC, Dr. Ayala served as Dean of Curriculum and Instruction and Vice President of Instruction at Umpqua Community College in Roseburg, Oregon.
- [Hispanic Little League Baseball Team](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-community-programs/hispanic-little-league-baseball-team/) - For several years The Rochester Hispanic Business Association has been sponsoring the uniforms of one of the teams of the Hispanic Little League Baseball Team. Here are photos of one of the tournaments where our sponsored team participated: Photos by Kelly Mullaney.
- [RHBA Member at Large](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-officers/rhba-member-at-large-6/) - Luis E. Ormaechea Associate Underberg & Kessler LLP Country of heritage: Argentina Luis E. Ormaechea began his career as an educator in public schools in rural and urban settings across New York State. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from Cornell University and a Master of Arts degree in Science Education from New York University as part of the process
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- [RHBA Member at Large](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-officers/rhba-member-at-large/) - Website - Social Media - Marketing - Newsletter - Events Committees Kelly Tovar Mullaney President Working Art Media Country of heritage: Venezuela Kelly Tovar Mullaney, originally from Venezuela, fell in love with the Rochester, NY area when she first visited as a high school exchange student, and has been calling it home since 1994. Kelly is
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2012](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2012-2/) - Sergio Esteban Chief Executive Officer LaBella Associates, P.C. Sergio Esteban, a native of Madrid, Spain, moved to the Rochester area in 1978, and ever since his arrival, he became an integral part of his adopted community where he has held a number of prominent leadership positions. In his more than thirty year award-winning career as
- [RHBA Picnic Information](https://rochesterhba.org/picnic/) - Address: 708 Beach Avenue - Rochester, NY 14612 Phone: (585) 281-7757 (Kelly Mullaney’s cell phone, in case you need on the road instructions) . Food: These are some of the dishes/dessert/drinks people will be bringing... Pastel de Quinoa (Quinoa pie) - Bolivia “Ensalada Rusa” (Argentinian Potato Salad) - Argentina Macaroni Salad - Puerto Rico style
- [RHBA Vice Chair](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-officers/rhba-vice-chair/) - Sergio Esteban Chief Executive Officer LaBella Associates, P.C Country of heritage: Spain Sergio Esteban is the Chairman of the Board and CEO of LaBella Associates, P.C., a Rochester firm providing expertise in architectural design, engineering, environmental consulting and planning services. LaBella Associates has been recognized consistently in the list of the Rochester Top 100 Fastest
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- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2011](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2011/) - Emeterio M. Otero, Ph.D. Executive Dean Damon City Campus, Monroe Community College. Emeterio M. Otero started his career at Rochester’s Monroe Community College (MCC) in 1982. During his 29-year tenure, he has served as assistant director of admissions, assistant dean of admissions and dean of students. At the Damon City Campus, Otero is currently the Executive Dean. Otero’s
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2010](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2010/) - Carlos Carballada Commissioner of Neighborhood & Business Development City of Rochester When Rochester Mayor Robert Duffy named Carlos Carballada Economic Development Commissioner for the City of Rochester in 2006, he said that he was “an icon in the business community.” He has brought business savvy, success and credibility to the post. Carballada made his mark in the
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2009](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2009/) - Jacklyn Ortiz Insurance Agent State Farm Jacklyn Ortiz, a native of Rochester, is a graduate of Wilson Magnet High School and holds a BS in Business Management and Marketing from Cornell University. Prior to becoming owner of an insurance agency, she was assistant marketing manager for S.C. Johnson in Racine, Wisconsin, and marketing manager for
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2008](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2008/) - Hiram Hernández, Sr. Chief Executive Officer First Capital Payments The co-founder and CEO of his company, First Capital Payments, Mr. Hernández is a native of Comerio, Puerto Rico. He started his professional career as a cameraman for El Nuevo Día, the local newspaper, and later on he worked for El Vocero, before deciding to open his
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2007](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2007/) - Juan Contreras Owner of Juan and Maria's Empanada Stop Keynote Speaker: Lucia Castillejo Regional Health Promotion Supervisor for Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Presented by the Rochester Hispanic Business Association and Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Thursday, October 18, 2007 Expo: 10:30 a.m. - Noon and 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Luncheon: Noon - 1:30 p.m. Rochester Riverside Convention Center
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2006](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2006/) - Fabricio Morales President and CEO FM Office Express Inc. Fabricio Morales, president and CEO of FM Office Express Inc., has been named Hispanic Business Person of the Year by the Rochester Hispanic Business Association. He will be honored Thursday, Sep. 28, at the group's annual gala event, designed to recognize Hispanic businessmen and women who have
- [RHBA Hispanic Business Person of the Year 2005](https://rochesterhba.org/annual-award/rhba-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2005/) - Alfred Burgos President & EA Burgos Income Tax, Inc. Rochester, September 29, 2005 -Over the years, the Hispanic Business Association has identified people in different areas of the community, such as family-run business owners and upwardly mobile professionals. And, we've had many excellent candidates for this award. This year we’d like to honor a Hispanic
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- [RHBA Member at Large](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-officers/rhba-member-at-large-4/) - Sergio Rúffolo Chief Operating Officer JR Language Translation Services Country of heritage: Argentina Sergio Ruffolo is the Chief Operating Officer for JR Language Translation Services, a position he was appointed to in June 2007. In this position he oversees the day to day operations of the Webster, NY translation bureau. During his tenure he has
- [RHBA Member at Large](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-officers/rhba-member-at-large-5/) - Events Committee José Santana HR Manager www.HahnAuto.com Country of Heritage: Puerto Rico Jose Santana was born and primarily raised in Bronx, New York City. As youngster, Jose attended school for several years in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico when his parents moved to the island to live and work in a small family business. Jose’s parents relocated
- [RHBA Member at Large](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-officers/rhba-member-at-large-2/) - Hiram Hernández Sr. Chief Executive Officer First Capital Payments Country of heritage: Puerto Rico
- [RHBA Secretary](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-officers/rhba-secretary/) - Vilma Burgos-Torres Business: Burgos Income Tax Inc. Country of heritage: Puerto Rico
- [RHBA Treasurer](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-officers/rhba-treasurer/) - Tony Vieira Banking Country of heritage: Brazil
- [RHBA Chairperson](https://rochesterhba.org/about-rhba/rhba-officers/rhba-chairperson/) - Grace Tillinghast Owner The Battery Country of heritage: Argentina Grace Tillinghast, formerly a Kodak executive, left the corporate world in 2007 to work full time for the family business. Since 1983, she is co-owner of The Battery, the first indoor baseball and softball training facility in Western NY. Presently active in several groups and organizations

## Events

- [Rochester Hispanic Business Association Networking Event](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rochester-hispanic-business-association-networking-event/) - Build connections, share ideas, strengthen community! RHBA Networking Event Wednesday, June 17th, 2026 1st glass of wine is on us! Hor's Devours will be served while they last!
- [Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala Luncheon 2026](https://rochesterhba.org/events/hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-gala-luncheon-2026/) - Reception: 11:15 – 11:45 am Luncheon: 12:00 – 1:30 pm Details to come! Individual tickets $60 - Member | $75 - Non-member Tables of 10 $550 - Member | $700 - Non-member Be sure to support our event sponsors! Bronze Sponsor: Become a sponsor for this event! Contact Orlando at hola@RochesterHBA.com for more information. Register
- [March Business Lunch - Judge Sigüenza](https://rochesterhba.org/events/march-business-lunch-judge-siguenza/) - RHBA March Business Lunch Series Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 11:30am-1pm Avalon Roc | 470 State Street Our guest speaker for the RHBA March Business Lunch series will be Judge David E. Sigüenza, New York State Supreme Court Justice. He will share reflections on his legal career, the path that led him to the bench, and lessons
- [January 2026 Business Lunch - Beatriz LeBron](https://rochesterhba.org/events/january-2026-business-lunch-beatriz-lebron/) - RHBA January Business Lunch Series Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 11:30am-1pm Avalon Roc | 470 State Street This month, the RHBA is bringing Beatriz LeBron to speak on the timely topic of Synthetic Drugs in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Know. This session will help employers understand the growing concern around synthetic drug use (such
- [November 2025 Business Lunch - Raquel Singletary](https://rochesterhba.org/events/november-2025-business-lunch-raquel-singletary/) - RHBA October Business Lunch Series Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 11:30am-1pm Avalon Roc | 470 State Street Raquel Singletary, Program Manager Bilingual for the Alzheimer’s Association of Rochester & the Finger Lakes, will lead our November lunch series event, bring to us a presentation on The Power of Memory: How Latino Leadership Can Change the Future
- [October 2025 Business Lunch - Dr. Lomax Campbell](https://rochesterhba.org/events/october-2025-business-lunch-dr-lomax-campbell/) - RHBA October Business Lunch Series Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 11:30am-1pm Avalon Roc | 470 State Street Topic: Accelerating Hispanic Business Growth through Equitable Ecosystem Building Dr. Lomax R. Campbell, President and CEO of Third Eye Network, brings more than two decades of experience designing equitable strategies that grow businesses, strengthen ecosystems, and build community wealth. In
- [Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala Luncheon 2025](https://rochesterhba.org/events/hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-gala-luncheon-2025/) - Reception: 11:15 – 11:45 am Luncheon: 12:00 – 1:30 pm The Rochester Hispanic Business Association invites you to an afternoon of inspiration, recognition, and connection at the 2025 Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala Luncheon, honoring Julio Vazquez. This signature annual event celebrates the outstanding achievements of Hispanic entrepreneurs and professionals who are making
- [June 2025 Business Lunch - Graham Anthony](https://rochesterhba.org/events/june-2025-business-lunch-graham-anthony/) - RHBA April Business Lunch Series Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 11:30am-1pm Avalon Roc | 470 State Street Join us for the June RHBA Business Lunch Series, "Making AI Work for You: Practical Tools for Business Efficiency" featuring Graham Anthony, Assistant Vice President of Educational Technology and Innovation at the Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship. In
- [May 2025 Business Lunch - Jacqueline Kelly-Myers](https://rochesterhba.org/events/may-2025-business-lunch/) - RHBA April Business Lunch Series Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 11:30am-1pm Avalon Roc | 470 State Street Starting and running a business comes with a lot of moving parts—taxes included! Join us for a valuable presentation from Jacqueline Kelly-Myers, Stakeholder Liaison with the IRS, on “Tax Tips for Entrepreneurs Starting and Operating a Business.” Whether you're
- [April 2025 Business Lunch - Financial Wellness](https://rochesterhba.org/events/april-2025-business-lunch/) - RHBA April Business Lunch Series Tuesday, April 15, 2025, 11:30am-1pm Avalon Roc | 470 State Street Join us as Rick Frederick, Nadia Paulino and Kenda Carfagno from Visions Federal Credit Union come and present on financial wellness for business owners. They'll be addressing issues such as what lending options are available for small businesses and
- [March 2025 Business Lunch - Yomaris Sanchez-Orona](https://rochesterhba.org/events/march-2025-business-lunch/) - RHBA March Business Lunch Series Tuesday, March 18, 2025, 11:30am-1pm Avalon Roc | 470 State Street Join us as Yomaris presents on several important employment laws that have taken effect in 2025, along with key workplace considerations. Topics will include the new minimum wage and salary thresholds for 2025, prenatal leave for expecting employees, the end
- [January Business Lunch - Yomaris Sanchez-Orona](https://rochesterhba.org/events/january-business-lunch-yomaris-sanchez-orona/) - Join us as Yomaris Sanchez-Orona presents on several important employment laws set to take effect in 2025, along with key workplace considerations. Topics will include the new minimum wage and salary thresholds for 2025, prenatal leave for expecting employees, the end of Covid-19 leave, and employers’ responsibilities in accommodating nursing employees. If time allows, Yomaris
- [November Business Lunch - Patricia Marcaida](https://rochesterhba.org/events/november-business-lunch-patricia-marcaida/) - Join us for our November Lunch Series where we'll hear from Patricia Marcaida, Director, Rochester Procurement Equity Project (RPEP). Learn about this new initiative through the Rochester Area Community Foundation to expand purchasing opportunities for black and brown-owned businesses within the Greater Rochester area. Driven by the belief that the power of collaboration significantly amplifies
- [Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala Luncheon 2024](https://rochesterhba.org/events/hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-gala-luncheon-2024/) - Reception: 11:15 – 11:45 am Luncheon: 12:00 – 1:30 pm Our 33rd annual Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala Luncheon will take place on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center (Networking Reception: 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.; Lunch: Noon to 1:30 p.m.). RHBA is delighted to welcome Miguel
- [June Business Lunch - Dr. Marielana Vélez de Brown](https://rochesterhba.org/events/june-business-lunch-dr-marielana-velez-de-brown/) - Join us for our June Lunch Series where we'll hear from Dr. Marielana Vélez de Brown, Acting Commisioner and Alex Benitez, Public Health Representative, Monroe County Dept of Public Health. They will be addressing why business owners should be aware of the growing opioid epidemic, what services are available, and how to be prepared to
- [April Business Lunch - Luisa Baars](https://rochesterhba.org/events/april-business-lunch-luisa-baars/) - Join us for our April Lunch Series where we'll hear from Luisa Baars, President of the Rochester Latino Rotary Club. We will talk about the origins of Rotary as an organization for business people to network and how it has transformed into a humanitarian services organization that services our community and abroad. RHBA Lunch
- [Spring Networking Event](https://rochesterhba.org/events/spring-networking-event/) - Join us for our Spring Networking event at the Rochester Central Library! Topic: Financial Lending Opportunities panel and learn about the Central Library's Business Insight Center RHBA Spring Networking Event May 1st, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Rochester Central Library, 115 South Ave, Rochester, NY 14604 All are welcome! Cost: $5/Members, $10/Non-Members Spots are limited. Reserve your spot
- [March Business Lunch - Monroe County Economic Development](https://rochesterhba.org/events/march-business-lunch/) - Join us for our March Lunch Series where we're hear from Conor Martin and Mark Wilson of Monroe County Economic Development. Monroe County Economic Development offers numerous programs and incentives to small businesses in Monroe County. Of particular note is the new MicroAdvantage Loan which offers access to low interest financing while exposing small businesses
- [February Business Lunch - Michael Hardy](https://rochesterhba.org/events/february-business-lunch-michael-hardy/) - Our special guest for February is Michael Hardy, JCA Specialist. Michael will speak on current tax credits available for businesses including the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTCs/ERCs) and Self-Employed Tax Credit (SETCs). He'll address deadlines, processes and availability of these tax credits and how they could impact your business. RHBA Lunch Series - February February
- [RHBA Board Meeting - February 2024](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rhba-board-meeting-february-2024/)
- [RHBA Board Meeting - March 2024](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rhba-board-meeting-march-2024/)
- [January Business Lunch - Dr. Bolgen Vargas](https://rochesterhba.org/events/january-business-lunch/) - Our special guest for January is Dr. Bolgen Vargas. He’ll be sharing on The Role of Education in Our Society and Economy. Dr. Vargas will discuss the interconnection of public education institutions and the well-being of our community, including students, families, business among others. He will emphasize the elements necessary for public school systems and
- [November Business Lunch - Aleksandar Nikolic](https://rochesterhba.org/events/november-business-lunch-aleksandar-nikolic/) - What intellectual property do businesses have? Why should a business be concerned about its intellectual property? Learn the basics about trademark, copyright, trade secret, and even patents and how these can be used to help your business. Aleksandar Nikolic, Esq., Klausner Cook, PLLC, will join us to talk about this important topic. Aleksandar Nikolic is
- [Business Lunch with Hernan Chiosso](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-hernan-chiosso/) - Our special guest for October is Hernan Chiosso. He'll be presenting on "The Future of Work: How AI is Redefining Our Professional Landscape." Are you curious about the role artificial intelligence (AI) is playing in reshaping our professional world? 💼 Check out some of the latest trends, stats, and predictions, and join us on this
- [Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala Luncheon 2023](https://rochesterhba.org/events/hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-gala-luncheon-2023/) - Reception: 11:15 – 11:45 am Luncheon: 12:00 – 1:30 pm Keynote Speaker: Synthia Jaramillo, USHCC’s Senior Vice President of Corporate Relations Our 32nd annual Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala Luncheon will take place on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center (VIP Reception: 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.;
- [Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala Luncheon 2023 TEST](https://rochesterhba.org/events/hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-gala-luncheon-2023-test/) - Reception: 11:15 – 11:45 am Luncheon: 12:00 – 1:30 pm Keynote Speaker: Synthia Jaramillo, USHCC’s Senior Vice President of Corporate Relations Our 32nd annual Hispanic Business Person of the Year Gala Luncheon will take place on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center (VIP Reception: 11:15 to 11:45 a.m.;
- [Business Lunch with Suzanne Rodriguez](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-suzanne-rodriguez/) - Our special guest for June is Suzanne Rodriguez, Owner of Frameworks Creative. She'll be talking about why photography should be a tool you are using to grow your business. Suzanne Rodriguez calls Rochester, NY home and is passionate about seeing her city thrive. With training and background in marketing, design, and photography, she works with small
- [Business Lunch with Kristy Gonzalez](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-kristy-gonzalez/) - Our special guest for May is Kristy Gonzalez, Founder/CEO of IntegrateXpress. She'll be discussing how to navigate a successful software implementation and how process improvements are a tool that can help your business scale. Kristy is an Athena Award 2023 finalist and has been nominated for the 2023 Women of Excellence of Rochester NY. As
- [Business Lunch with Elena Nescio](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-elena-nescio/) - Our special guest for April is Elena Nescio, Clinical Assistant Professor at U of R. Online reputation management is a critical aspect of digital marketing for all businesses, big and small, local and national. After this lunch + learn, you'll walk away with a better understanding of the importance of reputation management, how to get
- [RHBA Spring Networking Event 2023](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rhba-spring-networking-event-2023/) - Location: Nazareth College – CASA HISPANA 4245 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14618 Casa Hispana office #2 Topic: Language Access in the Workplace with Special Guest Speaker, Marlene Cortes, Senior Manager of Language Justice at Empire Justice Center Cost: $5 members; $10 non-members Sign up now!
- [Business Lunch with Joseph Searles](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-joseph-searles/) - Our special guest for March is Joseph Searles, Vice President and Chief Community Engagement Officer at Trillium Health. Joseph will be sharing an overview of Trillium Health and its commitment to diversity, equity and belonging. Limited seats available.
- [RHBA Holiday Networking Event](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rhba-holiday-networking-event/) - Before you begin your weekend, stop by our Holiday Networking Event after work and celebrate the season with great food, drinks, and friends! Date: Friday, December 9th, 2022 Time: Any time between 4 pm and 7 pm Place: Avalon ROC - 470 State Street, Rochester, NY 14608 (Enter on Jay Street and park behind the
- [RHBA Business Lunch with Ibero Business Center](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rhba-business-lunch-with-ibero-business-center/) - Join us for our first lunch series event of 2023! Enjoy great food and networking, and learn more about entrepreneurship and other services provided by the Ibero Business Center. Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2023 Time: 11:30 a. to 1:00 pm Location: Avalon ROC 470 State St. Rochester , NY 14608. Please fill in the following
- [November Business Networking Lunch](https://rochesterhba.org/events/november-business-networking-lunch/) - Mark your calendar and register below! Our next Business Lunch is on Tuesday, November 15. We will be announcing our special guest very soon. Cost: $15 (includes lunch) If paying at the door by cash or check please RSVP to Lisa DeVinney at events@RochesterHBA.org. Or you can register and pay online here via PayPal:
- [Business Networking Lunch with Amanda Shisler](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-networking-lunch-with-amanda-shisler/) - Mark your calendar and register below! Our next Business Lunch is on Tuesday, October 18, and our special guest speaker will be Amanda Shisler, Vice President, Evans Bank. Cost: $15 (includes lunch) If paying at the door by cash or check please RSVP to Lisa DeVinney at events@RochesterHBA.org. Or you can register and pay online
- [Hispanic Businessperson of the Year 2022](https://rochesterhba.org/events/hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-2022/) - Reception: 11:15 – 11:45 am Luncheon: 12:00 – 1:30 pm Keynote Speaker: Orlando Ortiz – 2019 Hispanic Businessperson of the Year Our biggest event of the year, the Hispanic Businessperson of the Year Annual Luncheon is an occasion when the local business community gathers to celebrate the achievements of the notable individual recipient of the
- [RHBA Business Lunch with Mina Hatami](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rhba-business-lunch-with-mina-hatami/) - Mark your calendar and register below! Our next Business Lunch is on July 19, and our special guest speaker will be Mina Hatami, Manager, Rochester Financial Empowerment Center. Cost: $15 (includes lunch) If paying at the door by cash or check please RSVP to Lisa DeVinney at events@RochesterHBA.org. Or can register and pay online here
- [Pivoting Through The Pandemic](https://rochesterhba.org/events/pivoting-through-the-pandemic/) - Join us for our first business lunch in June! John Rodríguez, M.A., is one of the founders of the Rochester Hispanic Business Association, former CEO of Adone, and President of JohnRodríguez4Change, LLC. During the lunch chat, he will be sharing what he has learned about adapting through the pandemic, experiencing a 90% drop in revenue,
- [5 de Mayo Networking & DEI Event](https://rochesterhba.org/events/5-de-mayo-networking-dei-event/) - Join us for networking, raffles, and prizes. Learn about DEI from a Latinx perspective with Mercedes Ramírez Fernández, Vice President for Equity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer at the University of Rochester. $5 - Members $10 - Non-Members & Guests Please R.S.V.P. by Monday, May 2nd to Lisa Martínez DeVinney at (585) 454-9049 or
- [October Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/october-board-meeting/)
- [June Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/june-board-meeting/)
- [April Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/april-board-meeting/)
- [RHBA Board Meeting: March 2016](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rhba-board-meeting-march-2016/)
- [Business Lunch Event: Manuel Rivera-Ortiz](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-event-manuel-rivera-ortiz/) - Join us at D'Mangu Restaurant for our February Business lunch event featuring Manuel Rivera-Ortiz! Topic: He will discuss his background and work documenting people’s living conditions in the developing world, and he will also share information about the Manuel Rivera-Ortiz Foundation for Documentary Photography & Film. Manuel Rivera-Ortiz is a documentary photographer and former features
- [February Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/february-board-meeting-2/)
- [Spring Networking Event 2016](https://rochesterhba.org/events/spring-networking-event-2016/) - Join us for our Spring Networking Event this year at the East Avenue Inn! Let's celebrate Spring together by enjoying tapas and sharing what opportunities this new season brings for you! We encourage you to bring a guest. Members= $5:00 Non-Members= $10:00
- [Business Lunch Series: Fernan Cepero](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-fernan-cepero/) - Join us at Monte Alban's for our May Business Lunch Series, with our guest speaker, Fernan Cepero! Topic: "Helping people connect and thrive strengthening inclusion engaging Hispanics/Latinos in our YMCA." Fernán Ricardo Cepero is Chief Human Resources Officer for the YMCA of Greater Rochester. Fernán has also served an Employee Development Manager for The Perrier Group
- [Business Lunch Series: Alex Castro](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-alex-castro/) - Join us at D'Mangu for our June Business Lunch Series featuring Alex Castro! Topic: Overview of the Enterprise Center Price: $10 per person
- [Business Lunch Series: Julio Saenz](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-julio-saenz/) - Join us at Monte Alban's for our July Business Lunch Series with Julio Saenz! Julio Saenz is the General Manager for Poder 97.1 FM. The station hit the airwaves in November 2015. Launched by the Ibero American Action League, Poder is the first 24 hour Latin radio station in the state outside of New York City. The dual-language station
- [Business Lunch Series: Arline Santiago](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-arline-santiago/) - Join us at D'Mangu for our October Business Lunch Series with Arline Santiago! Topic: Santiago will discuss her work with ESL, experience in the legal field for small business and commercial banking. Arline Santiago joined ESL in 2008 as Senior Vice President/General Counsel. As the organization’s chief legal counselor, she manages all ESL legal and
- [Business Lunch Series: Brad Willows](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-brad-willows/) - Join us at Monte Alban's for our November Business Lunch Series with Brad Willows! Topic: Kiva Rochester: “Dreams are universal. Opportunity is not.” On Aug. 22, Mayor Lovely Warren announced the launch of an exciting new resource for small businesses and entrepreneurs called Kiva Rochester. The City of Rochester has partnered with Kiva, an international microfinance
- [Holiday Networking Party 2016](https://rochesterhba.org/events/holiday-networking-party-2016/) - Join us to celebrate the Holiday season at the East Avenue Inn & Suites! Good music, good company, and tapas! We encourage you to bring a guest. Our exclusive sponsor is Mercedes Vazquez-Simmons and her company Pretty Girl Productions. Live music by The Birds Jazz Trio. Thursday, December 1st, 2016 5:00 - 7:00 pm East
- [Business Lunch Series: Andrea Holland](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-andrea-holland/) - Join us at D'Mangu Restaurant for our January Business Lunch Series with Andrea Holland! Topic: 4 keys to growing your business with DIY video "When I consistently added DIY video content to my online presence in July 2016, I had my highest earning month in my business history. If your branding doesn’t include web video in
- [Business Lunch Series: Mercedes Vazquez Simmons](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-mercedes-vazquez-simmons/) - Join us at Itacate Restaurant for our February Business Lunch Series with Mercedes Vazquez-Simmons! Mercedes will share what she has learned from her experience with building a business, including the impact of regulations on her company. She will also discuss information about the training of individuals promoted by the company. Mercedes Vazquez-Simmons is the owner of
- [Business Lunch Series: Raul Salinas](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-raul-salinas/) - Join us at D'Mangu for our March Business Lunch Series with Raul Salinas! The topic: Business Financial Support programs for City Businesses – Learn which loan or grant City of Rochester program could benefit your business Raul Salinas has 7 years of finance experience across investment banking, trading, treasury, and venture capital at firms Morgan Stanley, Toyota
- [Business Lunch Series: Joyendu Bhadury, PhD](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-joyendu-bhadury-phd/) - Join us at D'Mangu Restaurant for our May Business Lunch Series with Joyendu "Joy" Bhadury, PhD! Topic: The Business School, SUNY - College at Brockport: How We Can Be Partners Joy Bhadury, PhD, is the Dean of the School of Business Administration and Economics at The College at Brockport, State University of New York. Prior to
- [Business Lunch Series: Roberto Colangelo](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-roberto-colangelo/) - Join us at Itacate-Penfield Restaurant for our June Business Lunch Series with Roberto Colangelo! Topic: “Going Home: How I found a business opportunity in Latin America from my work in the United States” With career experiences at each of the “Big Three” Rochester companies (Kodak, Xerox, and Bausch & Lomb), Roberto’s path resulted in lessons he applies in his
- [Business Lunch Series: Magaly Rosario](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-magaly-rosario/) - Join us at D'Mangu Restaurant for our July Business Lunch Series with Magaly Rosario! Topic: TBD Magaly is an experienced educator with a 20-year career in the public school, college, and adult education system. She is also an interpreter having worked for various healthcare, education and law enforcement organizations. Now as a Program Manager for Big Brothers
- [RHBA Monthly Breakfast: Pablo Biggs](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rhba-monthly-breakfast-pablo-biggs/) - Join us at Five Star Bank for our November Monthly Breakfast Series with Pablo Biggs Pablo Biggs is the General Manager of the Affordable Care Act (“ACA” or “Obamacare”) Compliance group at HB Solutions LLC. HB Solutions LLC is a consulting subsidiary of the law firm of Harris Beach PLLC. It was established to provide non-legal consulting
- [RHBA Holiday Networking 2017](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rhba-holiday-networking-2017/) - Join us as we celebrate this holiday season! Good music, good company, and tapas. Come and network with other members and like-minded professionals. This year we are trying a new location for our holiday event: The Firehouse at ARTISANworks. An eclectic and colorful two-floor space decorated in honor of firefighters past and present. Bring a
- [Business Lunch Series: Art Roberts](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-art-roberts/) - Join us at D'Mangu Restaurant for our April Business Lunch Series, with our guest speaker, Art Roberts! Topic: "How SCORE can help grow your business." SCORE is a volunteer organization with more than 80 experienced business professionals serving Monroe and surrounding counties. These professionals offer one-on-one business advice and mentoring for new and existing businesses, in
- [Business Lunch Series: Annette Warren](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-annette-warren/) - Join us for lunch with our guest speaker, Annette Warren. Ms. Warren is President and CEO of iSECURE, LLC, an information security technology company located in Pittsford, NY. Her company focuses solely on cybersecurity with the aim of providing the best possible options to customers while offering information and experts in the field. She
- [Business Lunch Series: Anahita Williamson](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-anahita-williamson/) - Join us for lunch with our guest speaker, Dr. Anahita Williamson, and learn about the significance of going green and connecting companies to sustainable practices. Dr. Williamson leads NYSP2I, an institute within RIT focused on sustainable solutions and delivering cost-effective improvements that reduce environmental impacts for businesses, communities, and stakeholders. Don't miss the opportunity to
- [Business Lunch Series: Alex D. Castro](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-alex-d-castro/) - Join us for lunch with our guest speaker Alex D. Castro and hear, first hand, about the transformation and redevelopment of affordable housing. Mr. Castro is the Executive Director of the Rochester Housing Authority (RHA) a real estate holding company providing affordable housing in the Rochester Area. RHA is the largest landlord in the City
- [Business Lunch Series: Allen K. Williams](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-allen-k-williams/) - Join us for lunch with our guest speaker Allen K. Williams and learn, first hand, the city’s new administration position on education. Mr. Williams is currently the Director of Special Projects for the City of Rochester responsible for developing education initiatives for the Warren administration. Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions about what is
- [Business Lunch with Erica Hernandez-Cornier](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-hernandez-cornier/) - Erica Hernandez-Cornier serves as the Upstate NY Associate Director for the New York and New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council. In this role, Erica strives to bring greater value to both the local Council’s corporate members as well as the Council-Certified Minority Business Enterprise members. Mrs. Hernandez-Cornier holds her Masters degree in Environmental, Health and
- [Business Lunch with Bill Jones](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-bill-jones/) - Our lunch guest for March is Bill Jones, Executive Director of Venture Creations @ RIT. Bill Jones oversees Venture Creation's operations as the incubator's Executive Director. His approach is to operate Venture Creations like a business with the primary goal of developing successful businesses stemming from RIT. Bill first came to RIT in 2008 as
- [Tertulia with Mexican movie director Ricardo Arnaiz](https://rochesterhba.org/events/tertulia-with-mexican-movie-director-ricardo-arnaiz/) - RHBA is sponsoring a ‘tertulia’ with Mexican creator, writer, producer and director Ricardo Arnaiz. Mr. Arnaiz has successfully produced a number of animated films and TV series in his native country and now in the United States. He is the recipient of several awards in Mexico and abroad.
- [Business Lunch with Augustin Melendez](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-augustin-melendez/) - Our lunch guest for February is Augustin Melendez, President of Hillside Work-Scholarship. The featured topic of Augustin Melendez's discussion will be "A path to graduation and careers." Melendez holds a B.S. in business administration and economics and a B.A. in speech and communications from Wagner College. Melendez also holds an M.S in human resources and
- [Business Lunch with Virginia G. Smith](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-virginia-g-smith/) - Our lunch guest for January is Virginia G. Smith, Rochester Branch Manager of the US Small Business Administration.
- [Holiday Networking at the Arts Council](https://rochesterhba.org/events/holiday-networking-at-the-arts-council/) - Holiday Party 2013 Join us for our annual holiday event! Thursday, December 5th, 2012 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Arts Council. Come after work to share and network with friends and celebrate the holiday season. Yes, we are all amigos here in RHBA! We’ll be at the gallery, where you will also enjoy
- [Business Lunch with Javier Ayala](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-javier-ayala/) - Our lunch guest for November is Javier Ayala, Dean of Career Technical Education at Monroe Community College. Dr. Javier Ayala is Dean of Career Technical Education at Monroe Community College. A native of El Salvador, Dr. Ayala holds a Ph.D. in education from Oregon State University. Prior to his position at MCC, Dr. Ayala served as Dean of
- [Business Lunch with Jerry Zappia](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-jerry-zappia/) - Our lunch guest for October is Jerry Zappia, Dean of the School of Management at Nazareth College.
- [Business Lunch with Tabita Torres Rodriguez](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-tabita-torres-rodriguez/) - Our lunch guest for August is Tabita Torres Rodriguez, Senior Relationships Manager at United Way. Ms. Torres is a Relationship Manager, responsible for fundraising more than 750,000+, manages the Circulo Latino (CL) leadership giving society and coordinates the Latino Leadership Development Program (LLDP) at the United Way of Greater Rochester. She will be talking about the ways she has learned
- [Business Lunch with John Romero](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-john-romero/) - Our special guest for July is John Romero, President of Keystone Security Systems. Please note that there is some road work on East Ridge Rd, so the best way to get to Monte Alban restaurant is to take the exit to Hudson Ave. out of 104 and turn East on East Ridge Rd (as if going to
- [Business Lunch with Michelle Martorell](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-michelle-martorell/) - Our special guest for June is Michelle Martorell, Creative Director and Partner at Archer Communications Inc.
- [Business Lunch with Jane Sutter](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-jane-sutter/) - Our special guest for May is Jane Sutter, Editor of Community Partnerships & Niche Content at the Democrat and Chronicle. Jane is charged with increasing community engagement across all platforms, web and print. She will be talking about the digital transformation of the Democrat and Chronicle.
- [RHBA Spring Networking Event 2013](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rhba-spring-networking-event-2013/) - The Arts Council offers a beautiful gallery space where we will have the opportunity to visit the current exhibit while enjoying of tapas and good conversation. The day of the event the Arts Council will be displaying the exhibit “Mythologies and Cultures”. “Mythologies and Cultures” is an exhibit by Indian-born Nitin Banwar. Dr. Banwar, an orthopedic surgeon, views
- [Business Lunch with Carlos Perez](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-carlos-perez/) - Our special guest for April is Carlos Perez, lead Lean Practitioner & Sustainability Professional at Galica, LLC.. What is lean process improvement? What are the benefits of lean practices? What are the requirements to become a people value-based enterprise? At this month's business lunch Mr. Perez will tell us what lean facilitation & process improvement for offices is
- [Business Lunch with Miguel Millan](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-miguel-millan/) - Our special guests for March is Miguel Millan, owner of 101 Mobility Rochester. Mr. Millan has over 10 years of experience in the medical field and works with aging and disabled patients to identify which home health care devices best suit their needs and provide them the freedom to live self-sufficiently in their own homes. His company 101
- [Business Lunch with Luis Ormaechea](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-with-luis-ormaechea/) - Our special guest for February is Luis E. Ormaechea, associate attorney at Underberg & Kessler LLP and member of the RHBA Board. Luis focuses his practice on corporate and intellectual property law, and also represents residential real estate clients on a regular basis. This month our conversation with Mr. Ormaechea will revolve around corporate topics, with focus on general considerations you
- [Spring Networking Event 2018](https://rochesterhba.org/events/spring-networking-event-2018/) - Please join us at our Spring networking event at Comedy @ The Carlson! Enjoy tapas and exchange ideas with fellow RHBA members. Bring a friend too Cost: $5 for members and $10 for non-members and guests. Please RSVP by April 30th,2018.
- [Business Lunch Series: Michael Kilian](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-michael-kilian/) - Join us at D'Mangu Restaurant for our January Business lunch event featuring Michael Kilian! Topic: He will discuss how local news is changing and what that means for our community. Digital technology, social media and an immense generational divide in audience behavior have served to disrupt generations-old habits for reading newspapers and watching television. While
- [Spring Networking 2019](https://rochesterhba.org/events/spring-networking-2019/) - Please join us at our Spring networking event at Casa Hispana! Enjoy tapas and exchange ideas with fellow RHBA members. Bring a friend too! The Casa Hispana at Nazareth College is a language and cultural resources center where everyone (including the local community) is welcome. Spanish language courses, lectures and seminars, poetry readings, theatrical presentations, cuisine
- [Business Lunch Series: Andrew Brady](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-andrew-brady/) - Join us at the D'Mangu Restaurant for our November Business lunch event featuring Andrew Brady! Topic: Can purposeful businesses that balance the needs of all their stakeholders compete with profit-driven companies that prioritize their stockholders above all? Conscious Capitalism has proved that they can…and the movement is growing! Come learn about the four pillars of
- [December Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/december-meeting/)
- [Holiday Networking 2019](https://rochesterhba.org/events/holiday-networking-2019/) - Join us as we celebrate this holiday season! Good company and tapas. Come and network with other members and like-minded professionals. This year we will be at Casa Hispana on the Nazareth College Campus. The Casa Hispana at Nazareth College is a language and cultural resources center where everyone (including the local community) is welcome. Spanish
- [November Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/november-board-meeting/)
- [Tickets and Event information: 2019 Rochester Hispanic Business Person of the Year Luncheon](https://rochesterhba.org/events/2019-rochester-hispanic-business-person-of-the-year-luncheon/) - Join us for RHBA’s largest annual event, the 2019 Annual Luncheon & Hispanic Business Person of the Year (HBPOY) Award. On this day, we recognize an individual who has enhanced the Hispanic Community with a significant, positive contribution, or who has otherwise contributed positively to the economic development and business interests of the Hispanic Community
- [Business Lunch Series: Magaly Rosario](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-magaly-rosario-2/) - Join us at the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce for our October Business lunch event featuring Magaly Rosario! Topic: Eugenio Maria de Hostos Charter High School move at the end of the month to the Kodak Tower. Magaly Rosario has dedicated her time and passion to working with youth and families for over 20 years.
- [September Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/september-board-meeting/)
- [Business Lunch Series: Al Burgos](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-al-burgos/) - Join us at the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce for our June Business lunch event featuring Al Burgos! Topic: How the new tax law has affected average Americans Alfred started BURGOS Income Tax in 1991. That same year he started a volunteer tax service (VITA) with the support of the IRS, to assist low-income taxpayers. He
- [July Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/july-board-meeting/)
- [June Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/june-board-meeting-2/)
- [Business Lunch Series: Mauricio Riveros](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-mauricio-riveros/) - Join us at the D'Mangu Restaurant for our May Business lunch event featuring Mauricio Riveros! Topic: Mauricio will share lessons from his own business experience and from interviewing entrepreneurs whose passion and perseverance have led to success. Mauricio serves as President of LECESSE Construction Services. Mauricio directs the day-to-day operations of the company, formulating plans and
- [May Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/may-board-meeting-2/)
- [April Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/april-board-meeting-2/)
- [Business Lunch Series: Octavio and Evelyn Garcia](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-octavio-and-evelyn-garcia/) - Join us at D’Mangu Restaurant for our March Business lunch event featuring Octavio and Evelyn Garcia! Topic: Rochester's Real Estate Market: Looking Back at 2018 and Making Predictions for 2019, with a focus on programs available to the Rochester community Husband & wife team serving the Monroe and surrounding communities since 2002, parents to two sons,
- [March Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/march-board-meeting/)
- [February Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/february-board-meeting/)
- [Business Lunch Series: Lucrecia Knapp](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-lucrecia-knapp/) - Join us at the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce for our February Business lunch event featuring Lucrecia Knapp! Topic: Immigration Law Lucrecia Knapp assists companies, universities, and medical institutions, seeking immigrant and nonimmigrant status for employees in the fields of oil and gas, finance, the sciences, health care, athletics, and the arts, to name a few. Her
- [Business Lunch Series: Joe Guage](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-joe-guage/) - Join us at D’Mangu Restaurant for our January Business lunch event featuring Joe Guage! Topic: The Trillion Dollar Industry You’ve Never Heard Of 78% of U.S. companies finance equipment, leading to approximately $1.7 trillion to be invested in 2018. The commercial equipment finance industry helps businesses and nonprofits acquire the equipment they need to conduct and grow
- [Business Lunch Series: Sean P. Collins](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-sean-p-collins/) - Join us at the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce for our November Lunch featuring Sean P. Collins! Topic: What Tax Changes Mean to You We encourage everyone to attend this timely presentation on how the new tax and reform law, approved at the start of 2018, may affect you as an individual and your business.
- [Holiday Networking 2018](https://rochesterhba.org/events/holiday-networking-2018/) - Join us as we celebrate this holiday season! Good company and tapas. Come and network with other members and like-minded professionals. This year we will be at Casa Hispana on the Nazareth College Campus. The Casa Hispana at Nazareth College is a language and cultural resources center where everyone (including the local community) is welcome. Spanish
- [Business Lunch Series: Nick Ryberg](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-nick-ryberg/) - Join us at El Sauza Restaurant for our October Lunch featuring Nick Ryberg! Topic: Employee Engagement has measured surprisingly low in the United States for many years. Nick Ryberg will discuss why we see high engagement companies consistently out perform their competitors across key business metrics. Focusing on talent retention and acquisition, learn about the four pillars of
- [Business Lunch Series: Brenda Pacheco](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-brenda-pacheco/) - Join us at D'Mangu Restaurant for our June Lunch featuring Brenda Pacheco! Topic: Challenges the Rochester School District faces with the number of families arriving in Rochester after the storms in Puerto Rico. BRENDA L. PACHECO began her career with the Rochester City School District more than 30 years ago as Bilingual Social Studies Teacher. Her
- [Business Lunch Series: Nydia Padilla-Rodriguez](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-nydia-padilla-rodriguez/) - Join us at Itacate-Penfield Restaurant for our May Lunch featuring Nydia Padilla-Rodriguez! Topic: Strategic community partnerships Mrs. Padilla-Rodriguez is the Director of Strategic Community Partnerships for the Rochester City School District. During her 25+year career in education and dance she has worked with thousands of youth to create and help them gain access to life-building
- [Business Lunch Series: Matt Hurlbutt](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-matt-hurlbutt/) - Join us at Monte Alban Restaurant for our April Lunch featuring Matt Hurlbutt! Topic: Economic Gardening Program Matt Hurlbutt serves as President and Chief Executive Officer at Greater Rochester Enterprise (GRE) with responsibility for attracting new business to the Greater Rochester, New York region. Matt guides business development strategies, organizational resources and outreach efforts to position
- [Business Lunch Series: Alexis Vogt & Tom Battley](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-alexis-vogt-tom-battley/) - Join us at El Sauza Mexican Restaurant for our March Lunch featuring Alexis Vogt and Tom Battley! Topic: Join us to learn about the excellence of Rochester's Optics, Photonics and Imaging industry, including information about educational opportunities ,industry news, and the area's developing workforce. Alexis KS Vogt, Ph.D. is Endowed Chair and Associate Professor
- [Business Lunch Series: Tony Perez](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-tony-perez/) - Join us at D'Mangu Restaurant for our February Lunch featuring Tony Perez! Topic: Crime analysis and the use of technology in law enforcement: the benefits, challenges, and privacy concerns. Tony Perez’ law enforcement career spans over thirty years. Prior to arriving at Monroe Community College he has been employed by the New York City Police
- [Business Lunch Series: Annette Ramos](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-annette-ramos/) - Join us at Itacate - Penfield Restaurant for our January Business Lunch Series with Annette Ramos! Topics: The Rochester Broadway Theater Leagues On Your Feet touring production – The Emilio and Gloria Estefan story The Rochester Latino Theater Company’s new theater – The Avenue Black Box Theater 780 Joseph Ave. Latinx Arts in Rochester – and
- [RHBA Spring Networking](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rhba-spring-networking/) - We’re pleased to announce that the next RHBA Spring Networking will take place at the new Democrat and Chronicle Digital Building! Come hear from D&C Editor Karen Magnuson about the D&C’s digital transformation, meet other D&C journalists and get a tour of the building. Thursday, May 4th 5:00 p.m. 245 E. Main St., Rochester, NY
- [RHBA Board Meeting: November 2016](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rhba-board-meeting-november-2016/)
- [May Board Meeting](https://rochesterhba.org/events/may-board-meeting/)
- [Business Lunch Series: Laura Stradley](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-laura-stradley/) - Join us at Monte Alban Mexican Grill for our March Business Lunch Series, with our guest speaker, Laura Stradley! Topic: Veterans. Who are they and how they can help your business. Laura is an Army veteran who spent eight years on active duty, during which time she was stationed at Fort Benning, Fort Rucker
- [RHBA Board Meeting: February 2016](https://rochesterhba.org/events/rhba-board-meeting-february-2016/)
- [Business Lunch Series: Abraham Hernandez](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-abraham-hernandez/) - Join us at Monte Alban's for our January Business lunch event featuring Abraham Hernandez! [ninja_form id=5] [ninja_form id=8]
- [Holiday Networking Event 2015](https://rochesterhba.org/events/holiday-networking-event-2015/) - Holiday Networking Party Thursday, December 3rd, 2015 Members: $5.00 Non-Members: $10.00
- [Business Lunch Series: Mary L. Burkhardt](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-mary-l-burkhardt/) - Join us for lunch with our guest speaker, Mary L. Burkhardt, co-CEO of McArdle Burkhardt LLC. Topic: Making Performance Better Mary L. Burkhardt, BS, MA, CAS, Co-CEO, McArdle Burkhardt LLC, serves clients in leadership development, strategy creation and engagement for execution, positioning ever maturing leaders and team members to win in our highly competitive global marketplace, including
- [Business Lunch Series: Shane Badon](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-shane-badon/) - Join us for lunch with our guest speaker, Shane Badon, Vice President and Branch Manager for New York State at Erie Insurance Group since 2012. He is also a part of the company’s Diversity and Inclusion committee. Badon was a District Sales Manager in Silver Spring, Maryland prior to leading the New York Branch. Topic:
- [Business Lunch Series: Carballada & Miller](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-carballada-miller/) - Join us for lunch with our guest speakers, Carlos Carballada and Ebony Miller, of the Center for Urban Entrepreneurship. Carlos Carballada was appointed interim director for the Center for Urban Entrepreneurship (CUE) in March of 2014. Carballada is the former neighborhood and business development commissioner for the City of Rochester, and also served as Acting
- [Business Lunch Series: Hilda Rosario Escher](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-hilda-rosario-escher/) - Join us for lunch with our guest speaker Hilda Rosario-Escher and hear about her efforts in Human Services for the community! As the President and CEO of Ibero, Hilda Rosario Escher is focused on serving as a voice and advocate for individuals and families in need of support during difficult times. Because of her background
- [Spring Networking Event 2015](https://rochesterhba.org/events/spring-networking-event-2015/) - Come after work to share and network with friends. Yes, we are all amigos here in RHBA! RSVP by May 13 2015: Michele Hefferon Michele.Hefferon@RBAlliance.com Phone: 585.256.4614 Click here to R.S.V.P. online. Click here to cancel a previous reservation.
- [Business Lunch Series: Iveth Reynolds](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-iveth-reynolds/) - Please join us for lunch with our featured guest, Iveth Reynolds! Join us for lunch with our guest speaker, Iveth M. Reyn- olds, CEO of Tri-Mar Consulting Inc., and learn about the latest techniques in Leadership Development. Tri-Mar Consulting is a specialist in recruiting, staffing & work- force development in the Healthcare, Financial and Tech-
- [Business Lunch Series: Chief Michael Ciminelli](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-chief-michael-ciminelli/) - Join us for Lunch with our featured guest, Chief Michael Ciminelli! Learn about the many issues currently being addressed by the RPD to improve safety in our community. The RPD is the principal law enforcement agency of the city of Rochester, and currently has approximately 869 officers and support staff, a budget of approximately $75 million, and
- [Business Lunch Series: Julio Vazquez](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-julio-vazquez/) - Join us for lunch with our guest speaker, Julio Vazquez! RSVP by March 10, 2015 Michele Hefferon Michele.Hefferon@RBAlliance.com Phone: 585.256.4614
- [Business Lunch Series: Luis A. Martinez](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-luis-a-martinez/) - Join us for lunch with our guest speaker, Luis A Martinez. Luis Martínez has been coach and advisor to leaders and executives for many years. Most recently, Luis was a Human Resources Consultant in Xerox Corp. While in Xerox, Luis directed a global human resources team for Xerox Worldwide Manufacturing, with facilities in the U.S.,
- [Business Lunch Series: Paulette Birch](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-paulette-birch-2/) - Join us for lunch with our guest speaker, Paulette Birch. Ms. Birch is director of the Monroe County Finger Lakes (MCFL) Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC). The center provides a variety of services to businesses to help in securing contracts with federal, state and municipal governments, and the military. Ms. Birch is a Certified Contracting
- [Holiday Networking 2014](https://rochesterhba.org/events/holiday-networking-2014/) - Join us for our annual holiday event! Thursday, December 4th, 2014 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Location: Rochester Business Alliance Come after work to share and network with friends and celebrate the holiday season. Yes, we are all amigos here in RHBA! RSVP by Dec 1 2014: Michele Hefferon Michele.Hefferon@RBAlliance.com Phone: 585.256.4614
- [Business Lunch Series: Joe Klein](https://rochesterhba.org/events/business-lunch-series-joe-klein/) - Join us for lunch with our guest speaker, Joe Klein. Mr. Klein is the Chairman and CEO of Klein Steel Service Inc. and founding board member of the Rochester Prep Charter Schools. He currently serves on the boards of the Center for Governmental Research, the MCC Foundation, the PUC Achieve Charter School and was the
- [Spring Networking Event 2014](https://rochesterhba.org/events/spring-networking-event-2014/) - Join us for our annual Spring Networking Event! Thursday, May 8th, 2014 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Location Rochester Business Alliance. 150 State Street, Third floor. Free Parking! Join us at "home" - where we meet and conduct business - to welcome spring, enjoy tapas and exchange ideas with cello members and friends of RHBA.

## Locations

- [Flight Wine Bar](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/flight-wine-bar/)
- [Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/central-library-of-rochester-and-monroe-county/)
- [LaBella](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/labella/)
- [Avalon ROC](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/avalon-roc/)
- [TBD](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/tbd/) - To Be Determined... We have not decided yet where this event will take place. Location coming soon!
- [Que Chévere At The Commissary](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/que-chevere-at-the-commissary/)
- [Comedy @ The Carlson](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/comedy-the-carlson/)
- [El Sauza Mexican Restaurant](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/el-sauza-mexican-restaurant/)
- [ARTISANworks](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/artisanworks/) - Firehouse Space
- [Five Star Bank](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/five-star-bank/)
- [D&C Digital](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/dc-digital/)
- [Itacate - Penfield](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/itacate/)
- [Ibero-American Action League](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/ibero-american-action-league/)
- [Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/greater-rochester-chamber-of-commerce/) - The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce for the nine-county Rochester region, which includes Monroe, Genesee, Livingston, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, Wyoming and Yates counties. Offices are on the 4th floor. Conference rooms are on the 3rd floor. Free parking in GRCC lot located behind the building off Andrews Street. The yellow gate will open when
- [East Avenue Inn at 384 East Avenue](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/east-avenue-inn-at-384-east-avenue/)
- [Erie Insurance Group](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/erie-insurance-group/)
- [Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/rochester-riverside-convention-center/) - Conveniently located in the heart of Rochester, New York, the Rochester Riverside Convention Center enjoys a scenic setting on the Genesee River plus enclosed walkway connections to major hotels and parking garages. Website: http://www.rrcc.com
- [Ticas with a twist](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/ticas-with-a-twist/) - http://www.yelp.com/biz/ticas-with-a-twist-rochester
- [El Pilon Criollo](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/el-pilon-criollo/) - El Pilón Criollo is a take-out restaurant that prepares and sells a variety of Hispanic foods. Our menu includes freshly made rice and bean dishes, fried pork, baked chicken, fried chicken, chicken stew, beef stew, ribs and fritters.
- [La Casa Restaurant](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/la-casa-restaurant/) - La Casa Restaurant, 93 Alexander Street, Rochester, Ny 14620
- [George Eastman House](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/george-eastman-house/) - George Eastman House, International Museum of Photography and Film. Website: http://www.eastmanhouse.org
- [Blue Cross Arena at the War Memorial](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/blue-cross-arena-at-the-war-memorial/) - Website: http://www.bluecrossarena.com
- [Monte Alban Mexican Grill - Irondequoit](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/monte-alban-mexican-grill-irondequoit/) - They serve a lunch menu from 11am to 3pm. Website: http://www.MonteAlbanGrill.com
- [La Habana, Cuba](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/la-habana-cuba/)
- [Casa Hispana](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/casa-hispana/) - Located at Nazareth College, the Casa Hispana is an active place where majors, non-majors, and community members enjoy films, conversation, art exhibits and a variety of events relating to their shared interest in the culture of Spain and the Latin American countries. Related website: http://www.naz.edu/foreign-languages/spanish/
- [D’Mangu Restaurant](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/dmangu-restaurant/) - D’Mangu is a family-owned restaurant located at 1474 East Henrietta Rd. D’Mangu’s lunch buffet offers a flavorful variety to choose from, with generous rations at reasonable prices. Website: http://www.dmangu.com
- [Salena's Mexican Restaurant](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/salenas-mexican-restaurant/) - Since 1998, Salena’s has faithfully prepared traditional regional cuisine using time-tested recipes handed down from a well-established Mexican family. Website: http://salenas.com
- [Arts and Cultural Council for Greater Rochester](https://rochesterhba.org/locations/arts-and-cultural-council-for-greater-rochester/) - The Arts & Cultural Council for Greater Rochester is a nonprofit corporation and industry association, which promotes and strengthens arts, culture, and education in the greater Rochester region. Website: http://www.artsrochester.org

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