We will see you at our 2012 events!

Posted on August 3, 2011 by | Permalink 0

Latino LoveTypes Dating Masquerade: A Networking Event – “The New Latino Way to Love and Friendship”

Our events are designed to bring together seasoned and emerging professionals to network with like minded  in an environment infused with culture, all our events include an art exhibit as well as signing authors.

Our events bring together professionals from all industries as well as representatives of business, academic, civic and social organizations.

On 10/28 we completed our final and fourth event for the year all successful events that allowed us to understand how the principals and activities named above can be combined and manifested in practice working with the group.

Early on, we realized the benefits and power of Facebook so it was decided that the group page and events would emanate from this technology, a decision that has proven to be extremely dynamic and productive.

We are now in expansion mode and we invite you to participate in as much capacity as you wish.  We are looking within those that have been involved for people to head chapters all around the States.

Starting with Northern California (being confirmed), Orange County and San Diego.  We are now in the beginning phases of planning for 2011’s Networking events which will take place on Thursdays on the following dates: January 27th, April 21st, July 21st, and September 22nd.

Our events are unique in that we come together with a purpose, the mindset and the tools to succeed, the events are set in an environment of art and literature and we fulfill our mission by bringing together in one room both the seasoned as well as the emerging professional from all industries to promote a culture of success through mentorship/guidance.

We firmly believe that as we walk though life we all benefit from mentoring others as well as being mentored.

As we plan for our future events we are immediately looking for individuals to chair our events in representing the following areas; Groups, Business, Authors (being confirmed), Arts (being confirmed), film/video (being confirmed) & Corporate.

Check out past events:

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>Latino Wine Makers Make Most Wanted Wines!

Posted on June 9, 2011 by solprofessionals | Permalink 0

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VINO:
Many of the Latino Owned Wineries Started with words similar to this quote from Isy Borjon, Borjon Winery. Simply put, “I think it’s the same in any industry. Every employee is always looking up ‘the ladder’. Dreaming of what it would be like to be at the top. My father knew that it wouldn’t be easy but he was determined and had that ‘drive’… So, my parents worked hard, saved as much money as they could and began a small labor contracting company that, in 18 years, expanded to a size they never imagined. The company is still in business, Bigger than ever and now owned and operated by me. Growing up around all the vineyards and wineries in the area, I began to have my own dream. Knowing that it also was a dream that my father had, probably added to my drive, of owning my own winery. Now married to my beautiful wife, Eliana, we put everything we could into creating a more secure future for us and our family.” 

Others started their wineries by working in “regular jobs,” much like Angela and Mark Garcia who own both a bail bond business and are licensed bounty hunters and who used this income to manifest their own wine labels under… “ Most Wanted Wine Co.” “It’s a big investment that takes time and patience, but we are doing this for our children too and this will be the first generation that will be able to have the education we feel is necessary to continue and build what we’ve started, there are many aspects of owning even a small vineyard.”

The vineyard is their escape, but it is more than that, it’s a way of life that ran deep in Marks heritage. As a kid Mark found himself sleeping under the grape vines but didn’t have then the same passion he has now that his own vines are flourishing. Today you’ll find Mark’s father and others who were also raised in “the vines” working in their vineyard at harvest time and celebrating the land, which is producing a product that they control from start to finish. The fruit is handpicked, taken to a facility in Santa Rosa and there the magic in the bottle is created and shared with their guests at the tasting room. “We want our wines to be enjoyed after they take it home and we believe that having a wonderful experience at the tasting room is the beginning – the sign outside our door says it all, “You come as guests and leave as friend”
http://www.montereywine.com
http://facebook.com/montereywinefestival
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>A day at the office…By Alain Romero

Posted on April 1, 2011 by solprofessionals | Permalink 0

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Today I’m working on a project that I’m sure you’ll find interesting so I decided to share it…





It’s the financing of 4 very unique buildings that together are known as the Artisian Lofts…



This building houses major artists and as you can imagine its very unique.  You probably would never think there is much going on in this building.  In fact you’d probably have a hard time finding the entrance.


The challenge with this project is that it houses unconventional tenants that work in unconventional trades.


My job along with a team of experts is to bring viability, so the lender can more easily see the attributes rather than the risks.


If you have any questions on how to get into commercial real estate call me!
Alain Romero, M.S.


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>Digital Networking

Posted on February 10, 2011 by solprofessionals | Permalink 0

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By Karla Vadillo 

Please watch this, then continue reading:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sIFYPQjYhv8

This video, is all about social networking revolution.

How did we get there?

Took a webinar last night and it was an eye oponer. The organizer told us that networking –regarding professional life- has different rules for women. She also mentioned that men are decades ahead of us since we are experts in doing this for our husbands -those who are married or have been- but not for us, due to: childcare, different activities, schedules and so on.

I am pretty sure a lot of people reading this will disagree with her and other, agree. Depending on their personal experience, they will see this as suitable or not.

Would add another factor, when in some cultures, you are looking to network and are professional in this process but relate with someone that is not used to it, gets confused or pretends to and thinks you want a relationship or a date. It has happened to a few of people I know and it turns out to be embarrassing, uncomfortable and/or quite awkward so she –Lumi Velázquez from Tecnológico de Monterrey- gave some pointers to be able to network or mentor with very good results:

• Create strong bonds among persons with experience that are generous with orienting others and helping them develop/grow.

• Create strong bonds with people who make careers or companies more easygoing.

• Create strong bonds that make visible the work and career of others.

• Create strong bonds that help achieve satisfaction at work.

She also advised to:

* Be visible, transparent, congruent, authentic, generous, assertive and credible

* Tell the truth

* Be respectful

* Be trustworthy

* Avoid aggression

* Understand the cybernetic language

* Be patient

 

The objective of networking -for Lumi- is to establish long term relationships that really form a synergy (two or more forces produce a positive effect). To be successful when networking, we need to have a good attitude and give effective help. It also helps to network without always pursuing a particular interest: do it with true generosity.

Networks include:

+ women or men in your family
+ your family
+ your work colleagues and so on

When you are having in mind achieving something, is when you need to know exactly what know who to contact.

Regarding networking digitally, I have also attended webinars given by Joseph Katz. He has an internet radio show and is also good with this subject. Besides, he will enrich the point of view that I received from Lumi and shared it with you.

Here are some links to read about him and even contact him:

http://josefkatz.com/

http://activerain.com/marketingmaestro

Regarding how SOL and myself network…promise to get something ready soon and post it. In the meantime, hope you enjoyed reading this and that it was enlightening or at least, helpful.

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Renacimiento

Posted on January 25, 2011 by solprofessionals | Permalink 0

Curator statement:  When addressing the topic of duality and rebirth one must think of the two connected through the process of transformation. The initial duality perhaps emerging out of conflicts in accordance to the individuals own internal precepts and colored by the knowledge of their external experiences leads to this transformation, which bares a reawakening or rebirth.

The artists in Renacimiento share their personal journey through stories of cultural identity, conflictual relationships and the transcendence from their ancestry. In lieu of the new year, it is an introspective view of how we all change and seek to change – Rachel Matos

Artists:
Art Chabolla
Danelle Rivas
Gabriela Zapata
Maya Escobar

Come join us for an evening of networking with latino professionals … and an author signing and art exhibit – http://renacimiento.eventbrite.com/

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