Tag Archives: Conference

2nd Annual Latinos in Agriculture Leaders Forum Deemed a Success!

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Latinos In Agriculture

The 2nd Annual Latinos in Agriculture Leaders Forum recently convened at the El Tropicano Riverwalk hotel in San Antonio, Texas, October 17-19, 2012. The Leaders Forum brought together representatives from industry, government, and education to continue the dialog about how … Continue reading →

Posted in Forum, Outreach | Tagged , , , , , | Comments Off

Co-Founder of the Latinos in Agriculture Leaders Forum Discusses Talent Pipeline Needs To Ensure Leadership in Agriculture

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Latinos In Agriculture

In his interview, Mr. Orlando Gil, President of TCTS Global, LLC, talks about the beginnings of the organization, the impact of the aging population on available talent, and the need for investing in future leadership. Continue reading →

Posted in Agriculture, Interview, Leadership | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

What is “Sexy” About Agriculture? Branding Expert, Brad VanAuken, to Discuss at Leaders Forum

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Latinos In Agriculture

Mr. VanAuken’s presentation, “Branding Careers in Agriculture for Future Generations: Changing perceptions of Agriculture”, will address ways on how agriculturalists can brand Agriculture and make it enticing for future generations to consider it as a career. Continue reading →

Posted in Agriculture, Interview, Media | Tagged , , , , , | Comments Off

Under Secretary of USDA, Edward Avalos, to Deliver Keynote Address at 2nd Annual Latinos in Agriculture Leaders Forum

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Latinos In Agriculture

Edward Avalos, Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs of the USDA, will deliver the opening address at the 2nd annual Latinos in Agriculture Leaders Forum, as leaders from around the nation meet in San Antonio, Texas, October 17-19. Mr. Avalos’ keynote address, “Can Latinos provide a Talent Safety Net for the future of the USDA and the future of Agriculture in America?” will kick off the activities and discussion for the three-day event. Continue reading →

Posted in Forum, Interview, Media | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments Off

What Will It Take To Recruit Me? A Student Shares His Perspective at Leaders Forum on Student Panel

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Latinos In Agriculture

Andre Gordillo, a senior at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, will share his perspective and experiences as a student when he joins a student panel discussion sharing their perspectives at the 2nd annual Latinos in Agriculture Leaders Forum, in San Antonio, Texas, October 17-19. Listen to his podcast interview. Continue reading →

Posted in Agriculture, Education, Hispanic, Latinas, Latinos, Recruiting, University | Tagged , , , | Comments Off

Opportunities for Latinos in the Pork Industry to be Discussed at Latinos in Agriculture Leaders Forum

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Latinos In Agriculture

In a recent podcast interview by Nancy O’Mallon, CEO of About Harvest, LLC, Dr. Howard Hill talked about the need to be resilient, setting goals, and the importance of role models to have success in one’s career. You can access the podcast interview and listen to Dr. Hill’s comments on the Latinos in Agriculture website. Continue reading →

Posted in Agriculture, Forum, Interview, Latinos, Recruiting | Tagged , , , , , | Comments Off

Career Opportunities for Latinos in the Farm Credit Industry to be Discussed at Latinos in Agriculture Leaders Forum

Posted on September 30, 2012 by Latinos In Agriculture

Mr. Randy Breitling, Capital Farm Credit, will be participating and sharing his vast human resources experience in the discussion panel “Best Practices for Talent Recruitment and Retention in Government, Industry and Education”. In a recent podcast interview by Nancy O’Mallon, CEO of About Harvest, LLC, Mr. Breitling talked about the need for qualified talent as baby boomers exit the workforce and the gap that will exist in the next five to 10 years. Listen to the podcast. Continue reading →

Posted in Agriculture, Forum, Interview, Media, Recruiting | Tagged , , , , , | Comments Off

The Significance of the 2012 Farm Bill in Increasing the Number of Young Hispanic Leaders into Agriculture

Posted on September 8, 2012 by Latinos In Agriculture

The Latinos in Agriculture Leaders Forum in San Antonio, Texas on October 17-19, 2012 has an outstanding group of speakers at the 2nd annual event. One of the topics to be discussed at the Leaders Forum is how the 2012 Farm Bill’s significance will help in increasing the number of young Hispanic leaders into Agriculture. Continue reading →

Posted in Agriculture, Forum, Government, Hispanic, Interview, Latinas, Latinos, Leadership, Media | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

Early Registration Now Open – 2nd Annual LIA Leaders Forum

Posted on June 2, 2012 by Latinos In Agriculture

On April 16, 2012 the Latinos in Agriculture Leaders Forum Planning Committee met in San Antonio, Texas to prepare for the planning of the 2nd Annual Latinos in Agriculture Leaders Forum. The forum will be on October 17-19, 2012 and … Continue reading →

Posted in Agriculture, College, Education, Forum, Government, Higher Ed, Hispanic, Latinas, Latinos, Leadership | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off

Podcast Interview from Swinecast

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Latinos In Agriculture

In the podcast interview, recently aired on Swinecast, Orlando Gil from TCTS Global shares with the audience some of the reasons why Latinos do represent “Acres of Diamonds” for Agriculture. Continue reading →

Posted in Agriculture, Hispanic, Interview, Latinas, Latinos, Leadership, Media | Tagged , , | 1 Comment