ChamberNews - September 13, 2024

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Uli Diaz, senior vice president of government and community affairs at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, has joined the board of the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey. In his role at Horizon, Diaz has been a staunch advocate for diversity & inclusion, ensuring that underrepresented communities’ voices are heard at the corporate and policy-making levels His dedication to fostering economic development and empowerment within the Hispanic community aligns seamlessly with the mission of the Hispanic Chamber

Today, Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI) is pleased to announce the fall 2024 Global Leaders class These exceptional individuals were chosen for the Global Leaders program because they have demonstrated outstanding leadership potential and a commitment to advancing the Hispanic community CHLI’s Global Leaders program is designed for college students and recent graduates to connect with experienced public service, corporate, civic, and congressional leaders to develop their skills and advance the Hispanic community's diversity of thought The program focuses on developing the participants' leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills through internship placements on Capitol Hill and corporate partners.

Los Angeles, CA -- New data from leading researchers indicates that female Hispanics in the U.S. have contributed $1.3 trillion in 2021 to the gross domestic product (GDP), representing over 50% growth in a decade The U S Latina GDP Report, funded by Bank of America, is first of its kind research on the significant and rapidly growing economic contribution of the nation’s Hispanic female population. Led by professors Matthew Fienup, Ph D , California Lutheran University, and David Hayes-Bautista, Ph D, UCLA Geffen School of Medicine, the Latina GDP report found that U.S. Latina GDP grew at 2 7 times the rate of the GDP of Non-Hispanics between 2010 to 2021 Today, the Latina GDP is larger than the entire economy of the state of Florida.

“This exciting body of work captures the positive growth and contributions that U S Latinas from multiple generations have been making to the U.S. economy, and confirms that Latinas are a driving force. We see similar momentum reflected in our overall business as well as many of the same key drivers found in our own research,” said Jennifer Auerbach-Rodriguez, Strategic Growth Markets & Client Development Executive, Merrill Wealth Management.

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LOTTERY AND RUSH TICKETS

The New York premiere of Jez Butterworth’s new play The Hills of California, directed by Sam Mendes, begins previews tomorrow, September 11, at the Broadhurst Theatre. The production has just announced its lottery and rush policies so you can get your hands on discount tickets!

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A SPECIAL THANKS TO HORIZON BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF NEW JERSEY FOR THE TICKETS!

The FIFA World Cup 26™ (FWC26) will be a ground-breaking edition of sport’s greatest event, taking place across three countries for the very first time with Canada, Mexico and USA set to host a record 48 teams. With 16 Host Cities, the tournament will feature an unprecedented 104 matches, uniting the world through football from 11 June to 19 July 2026. The new expanded 32-team FIFA Club World Cup™ (FCWC 2025) will also take place across the USA from 15 June to 13 July 2025.

Can you help deliver these two landmark events? FIFA World Cup 26™ (FWC26, Inc.) is looking for information from leading providers in the transport industry with large-scale event expertise to help deliver bus services for these two game-changing tournaments.

FWC26, Inc Transport and Arrivals and Departures Team is on a mission to gather insights into bus service suppliers' capabilities, geographic reach, and pricing models from organisations that want to help FIFA make history in 2025 and 2026

The FIFA World Cup 26™ (FWC26) will be a ground-breaking edition of sport’s greatest event, taking place across three countries for the very first time with Canada, Mexico and USA set to host a record 48 teams. With 16 Host Cities, the tournament will feature an unprecedented 104 matches, uniting the world through football from 11 June to 19 July 2026. The new expanded 32-team FIFA Club World Cup™ (FCWC 2025) will also take place across the USA from 15 June to 13 July 2025.

Can you help deliver these two landmark events? FIFA World Cup 26™ (FWC26, Inc.) is looking for information from leading providers in the transport industry with large-scale event expertise to help deliver bus services for these two game-changing tournaments.

FWC26, Inc Transport and Arrivals and Departures Team is on a mission to gather insights into bus service suppliers' capabilities, geographic reach, and pricing models from organisations that want to help FIFA make history in 2025 and 2026

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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with colorful folk dancing performances and festive drinks and snacks! This is a great opportunity to network with organizations and representatives from several countries.

This annual event is produced by NJPAC’s Latin Advisory Committee and Las Jardineras, the Latin Employee Resource Group.

Experience the pulse-pounding excitement of Malevo!

The all-male South American drum-and-dance troupe will have you on the edge of your seat. It’s a fiery combination of Malambo (the traditional folk dance of Argentine Gauchos), dramatic flamenco and synchronized percussion

You’ll be gripped by the ensemble’s lightning-fast footwork, high-energy athleticism and exhilarating rhythms

Mariza returns to NJPAC for a night of exhilarating fado.

“A dazzling, captivating force to behold” (The Telegraph), the Portuguese artist holds the audience in her hand — and her heart.

You’ll be swept away by her mesmerizing vocal prowess as she sings your favorite songs from throughout her GRAMMY®-nominated career and 30+ platinum albums

Come hear why Rolling Stone calls Mariza fado’s “biggest star as commanding as any pop singer today … remaking fado’s ancient sadness into a majestic modern sound.”

Real España consolidated its first place in the Apertura soccer tournament in Honduras, thanks to the 1-1 draw in the national classic between Olimpia and Motagua, at the close of the fourth day, which began on Saturday with three matches In the second half, Olimpia tied a match that it had been losing since the first, against its eternal rival and neighbor, Motagua from Tegucigalpa. Luis Vega scored the goal for Motagua and Edwin Rodríguez tied the score for Olimpia

ERLIN’S 7 GOALS IN 3 GAMES!

Seven goals from Erling Haaland in three Premier League games have made Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City the sole leaders after shattering West Ham Coach Julen Lopetegui’s plan to contain the forward. The Norwegian proved too good in all facets of the game and Lopetegui’s men couldn’t stop them from coming out 1-3 winners on the night

EMPLOYMENT TRABAJO

Physicians will have substantial professional experience in the providing intra-operative monitoring services.

Neurodiagnostic Technicians

Perform all aspects of EEG, Evoked Potential and EMG monitoring in the operating room while neurosurgical, orthopedic, vascular or any other procedures are ongoing where neurological structures that are amenable to monitoring are at risk for injury.

Position Description

Grants Manager at the Count Basie Center for the Arts

The Count Basie Center for the Arts, in the ever-growing and beautiful downtown Red Bank, New Jersey, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Grants Manager to support the organization’s funding goals

Organizational Background

Founded in 1926, The Count Basie Center for the Arts is New Jersey’s premier center for the cultural arts and its commitment to being a diverse, equitable and inclusive (DEI) performing arts organization is at the core of our mission to Inspire, Educate and Entertain.

As part of that commitment, the Count Basie Center has established a staff DEI task force as well as a board DEI committee Our purpose is to intentionally embrace and amplify positive change toward diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in every area of our organization, including programming, education, staffing, board recruitment, and community engagement.

The Count Basie Center is determined to provide an inclusive environment in which all who walk through our doors can do so as their most authentic selves We firmly believe that everyone of all backgrounds and identities deserves access to experience the enrichment that the arts contribute to a full life

Job Description

Reporting to the Senior Director of Development, the Grants Manager is an effective storyteller who can bring our arts, education, operations and DEI work to life through strong writing that inspires potential partners’ investment of financial resources They will be a creative writer who is passionate about the arts, who leverages their project management skills and maintains, deepens, and renews existing Count Basie Center relationships They will conduct independent outreach via targeted prospecting to build a robust pipeline of grant support

Key responsibilities are as follows:

Target opportunities that meet Development department goals and fundraising strategies, i.e. arts education programs and Basie Center partnerships.

Develop a comprehensive understanding of all Count Basie Center departments, projects, programs and priorities by attending classes, performances, special events and meetings with partners.

Work with Basie Center leadership to create outlines for proposals and facilitate the development of project budgets.

Draft and review grant proposals/applications and grant required reports (pre and post funding) for funders, tailored to fit specific program areas and interests of the funders, in a timely manner.

Coordinate and monitor the full grant cycle, with department leadership, to ensure program compliance with grantor guidelines.

Develop and maintain an ongoing pipeline of potential grant and foundation funders to identify funding opportunities and cultivate donor relationships by having significant interaction with grantors before, during and after the grant process.

Monitor state and federal legislation that may affect availability of grant funds.

Attend trainings and conferences about new or existing funding opportunities and professional development

The Department’s Development Assistant will support the Grants Manager with grant-related administrative tasks, i e maintaining a grants calendar, grant tracking and reporting, updating the donor database, etc

Perform other duties as assigned

As part of the Development team, be available to attend events in the evenings and weekends as needed

Qualifications

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• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in grant writing, technical writing, proof-reading, editing, copy writing, or equivalent written communication format.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent non-traditional educational experience. Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Knowledge of grant funding policies and procedures and applicable local, state and federal funding opportunities and requirements

Highly organized with the ability to implement systems and follow-up processes

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work collaboratively and independently with purpose and accuracy in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Eagerness to learn new things and able to adapt to constantly changing circumstances

Strong research skills – ability to identify and research grant & foundation prospects

Experience with a donor database preferred, such as Raiser’s Edge and Instrumentl.

This is a full-time, exempt position and eligible for The Basie’s competitive benefits package that includes paid time off (personal, sick and vacation), insurance (health, dental, vision, life, long and short-term disability) and a 401(k)-retirement plan including company match. This position operates on a hybrid schedule that allows for remote work 2 days a week. The annual salary range is $50,000-$62,000 commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates should apply on The Basie website at https://thebasie.org/jobs/.Applicants please include a recent grant proposal

Position Description

House Manager

Count Basie Center for the Arts

The Count Basie Center for the Arts, in the ever-growing and beautiful downtown Red Bank, New Jersey, is seeking an outgoing, service-oriented, experienced House Manager to supervise our Front of House operations

Organizational Background

Founded in 1926, The Count Basie Center for the Arts is New Jersey’s premier center for the cultural arts, and its commitment to being a diverse, equitable and inclusive (DEI) performing arts organization is at the core of our mission to Inspire, Educate and Entertain.

As part of that commitment, the Count Basie Center has established a staff DEI task force as well as a board DEI committee Our purpose is to intentionally embrace and amplify positive change toward diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in every area of our organization, including programming, education, staffing, board recruitment, and community engagement

The Count Basie Center is determined to provide an inclusive environment in which all who walk through our doors can do so as their most authentic selves We firmly believe that everyone of all backgrounds and identities deserves access to experience the enrichment that the arts contribute to a full life

Job Description

Reporting to the Venue Operations Manager, the House Manager is responsible for the Basie Center’s frontline, patronfacing team. This person will embody what it means to be inclusive and welcoming, and in turn will represent the highest levels of customer service to our patrons, guests, staff, and community

Key Responsibilities:

Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and motivate front of house personnel for each of the Basie Center’s over 400 performances per year in both the historic theatre and the Vogel

Oversee ushers, ticket takers, lobby set up and program distribution for all events and performances

Oversee assistant house managers and delegate all relevant duties

Conduct pre-performance walk-throughs of the venue ensuring cleanliness and checking public areas, including restrooms, lobbies, theater, foyer, and front of building.

Act as point person for all VIP/meet & greet events Advance and coordinate VIP/Fan Club experiences with tour management, as well as distribute information to all pertinent internal staff

Manage and advance artist merchandise needs, and schedule staff as needed.

Troubleshoot and personally respond to event-related customer service issues

Handle patron seating issues and facilities emergencies

Set a positive example for usher staff by modeling professional and expert customer service.

In compliance with the guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ensure all accessibility accommodations are set before guest arrival, and assist guests with last-minute accommodations

Handle artist settlement in the absence of the Venue Operations Manager.

Work closely with Box Office to resolve seating issues and ensure customer satisfaction

Maintain a presence throughout the theatre for every performance Be proactive at intermission and following performances to handle patron inquiries.

Coordinate performance activities (timing, intermissions) with Tech Director and Venue Operations Manager

Work closely with security and concessions staff to ensure a positive patron experience

Compile information for and distribute daily performance report

Facilitate trainings and professional development for staff with outside organizations

Manage lost and found inventory and recovery

Qualifications:

At least 3 years of experience in theatre, venue, event, or restaurant management

Experience and enthusiasm for working with the public, preferably in the performing arts or hospitality industries

Strong communication, problem-solving, & time management skills. Must be able to think on your feet and work under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

Excellent organizational skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Experience with Ticketmaster ticket scanners and ticketing software is a plus

Able to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and some holidays

Able to stand for 4+ hours during work shifts Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs if needed

Familiarity with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its guidelines for compliance

CPR and/or First Aid certification preferred

This is a full-time, exempt position and eligible for the Basie’s competitive benefits package that includes paid time off (personal, sick and vacation), insurance (health, dental, vision, life, long and short-term disability) and a 401(k)-retirement plan including company match The annual salary range is $50,000 - $60,000 Interested candidates should apply on The Basie website at https://thebasie.org/jobs/ .No phone calls please.