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Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15-Oct. 15) is a memorable time for Hispanics and a great business opportunity for your company. You can create some big promotions around it that can generate a strong buzz for your business.

This celebration starts on Sept. 15 with the anniversary and independence of five Latin American countries — Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico declared its independence on Sept. 16, and Chile on Sept. 18.

Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes and celebrates the Latino culture and heritage, as well as the contributions U.S. Hispanics have made to the nation. For example... READ MORE ON ORLANDO BUSINESS JOURNAL

Ah, the dream job. Just as work has been reshaped by technology and globalization, so too have our professional fantasies. While jobs atop the corporate ladder haven’t totally lost their luster, more and more Americans are seeking work-life balance. And now that leaner, recession-tested firms are hiring again, they’re looking for something different too. Given the new landscape, we asked a few ­experts—­career coaches, headhunters, and recruiters—to weigh in with their best, most relevant tips for today. The old rules still ­apply—network, network, network!—but here’s the latest on how... READ MORE ON FORTUNE

Data indicates that Latinos care more about the environment than non-Hispanic populations in the U.S. Because of this, Latinos possess the ability to transform environmental policy on a scale that has never before been seen in this country.

This much will be discussed amongst experts at the Americas Latino Eco-Festival panel, “Why Environmentalism Matters to Latino Americans and Why We Are the Solution and Not the Problem,” on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 12 p.m. at The Dairy Center.

Latinos care more about water, air and land conservation, ending tax breaks for oil and gas companies, protecting against wildfires and drought, and creating national parks and monuments, according to several polls and studies including those from the Sierra Club and the Latino Sustainability Institute. READ MORE AT BOULDER WEEKLY

The United States is often dubbed “a nation of immigrants.” But lately the path to American citizenship has been a rough road, especially for an increasing number of Hispanics. Whether they’ve entered U.S. borders lawfully or otherwise, many have felt the sting of marginalization, racism and discrimination in every kind of social environment. And despite the unfriendly welcome, they’re as motivated as ever to put down roots in American soil in order to find better opportunities and improve their lives.

For Hispanics who’ve successfully integrated into American society, they also have managed to contribute significantly to the economy. Their collective impact is reflected in the growing quantity of Hispanic-owned businesses in the country, which stood at 3.1 million in 2013. Together, they hauled in an estimated $486 billion in revenue, as reported by Geoscape and the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Even the estimated 11.7 million undocumented immigrants in the U.S. bestow net positive gains on the national economy over time. READ MORE AT LAREDO SUN

Networking is an art and it not easy. It certainly is not everyone’s cup of tea. To be clear, I am talking about face-to-face, in-person interactions. Social networking is all the craze right now and it is a viable networking tool but there are so many imminent clear benefits of live interaction that I feel is necessary to share today.

As I think about the #CMWorld conference next week, I squeal with excitement with the opportunity to network with many new people. When you break down the art of networking there are some important skills to master.

Here is a list of a few that I believe are important for making an “in-person” connection and lasting impression.

1. Ask a lot of questions... READ MORE AT BUSINESS2COMMUNITY

The latest Barbie doll will be dressed in Mexico's traditional mariachi costume and wide-brimmed sombrero as it joins the 2014 Barbie Dolls of the World Collection, the doll's manufacturer, Mattel, said.

Mariachi Barbie will celebrate "one of Mexico's most representative traditions in music and culture" and will be available to the public starting this September, the company said in a statement.

The doll "is ready to celebrate with Mexico these national holidays," Mattel executive Ana Paula Martinez de Alba said, referring to the launch of Mariachi Barbie on Sept. 15, the day before Mexican Independence Day. READ MORE ON FOX NEWS LATINO

This has been a really great year for Latino talent in American media. But before we get into the details of a year in Latino media excellence, I want to first share how this list comes together every year.

Methodology
Like most media events in digital times this list of top latino talent begins on Twitter. READ MORE ON HUFFINGTON POST

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Chicago, Ill. (September 3, 2014) – The Executives’ Club of Chicago announced today that it has appointed Ana Dutra as its President and Chief Executive Officer.  Dutra will join the organization effective September 8, 2014.

Most recently, Dutra was the Chief Executive Officer of Mandala Global Advisors.  She was also Chief Executive Officer of Leadership & Talent Consulting at Korn/Ferry International from February 2008 until October 2013.

 Dutra was selected following a nationwide search led by a Search Committee representing The Club’s Board of Directors. 

 “Ana’s proven track record as a leader and businesswoman make her the best person to build on our ongoing success and move our Club forward,” said Deb DeHaas, Chairman of The Club’s Board of Directors and Chief Inclusion Officer and National Managing Partner of the Center for Corporate Governance at Deloitte LLP. “She brings a diverse set of experiences and perspectives to our organization, as well as a collaborative spirit that will help us create innovative programs for our members.”  

Dutra has had a successful global business career, which includes years of involvement with The Executives’ Club.  She is a seasoned global executive, C-level advisor and business leader having served as Global Managing Director of Accenture’s Organization Strategy practice, as well as of Mercer Management Consulting, CSC and Booz Allen.  She began her career at IBM. 

Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Ana spent a lot time in Argentina growing up and worked extensively throughout Latin America and Mexico. Both as a leader and as a consultant, she is deeply committed to Diversity and Inclusion initiatives as well as to personally mentoring professional women, immigrants, Latinos and African Americans.

As a CEO, Dutra has led a number of turnarounds, global acquisitions, post-merger integrations and execution of accelerated growth strategies. She has led and advised Boards and CEOs in the technology, manufacturing, CPG, retail and professional services industries.

In addition to having served on The Club’s Board of Directors, she has been active with The Club’s Leadership Circle and participated as a mentor to its under-forty executives. She is an Independent Director of Greeley and Hansen LLC, and a member of the boards for the Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital Chicago, Governors State University, Kellogg Alumni Advisory Board, Academy for Urban School Leadership, and Humantelligence. She is the Vice Chair of the Midwest for the Committee of 200, a Board member of the International Women’s Forum, and a member of the Economic Club and the Chicago Council on Foreign Affairs.

In an interview, Dutra said, “I am honored and excited about the opportunity to lead The Executives’ Club of Chicago, a world-class organization focused on development, innovation and connectivity of our current and future business and community leaders. I look forward to building upon The Club’s strong foundation and to expanding its positive impact on the city of Chicago and beyond.”

Dutra received a Master’s of Business Administration from the J. L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University, a Master’s Degree in Economics from Pontificia Universidade Catolica in Rio de Janeiro, and a Juris Doctor in international law from Univeridade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, all summa cum laude.

Dutra currently lives in Northfield, IL with her husband, Jose Dutra, MD and their three teenage daughters. She will be the first Latina CEO of The Club.

The nationwide search was managed by Alison Ranney at Koya Leadership Partners.

About The Executives’ Club of Chicago:

The Executives’ Club is Chicago’s premier membership and business forum.  For more than one hundred years, The Club has been a valued resource for Chicago’s business leaders - connecting members, and providing opportunities for strategic relationship development, access to intellectual exchange and world class speakers, and enhanced exposure to the global business community. Through its Global Leaders, Women's Leadership, Chicago CEO Series and other programming, The Club brings together business, civic and academic leaders from all industries to discuss strategies that address challenges and opportunities affecting Chicago and the world. For more information on The Club, visit www.ExecutivesClub.org.

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Searching for a job while you're currently employed can be tricky, especially if you don't want your current employer to know you're looking for a job.

You need to be particularly careful when scheduling job interviews . It's hard to navigate around your job's schedule when another company requests an interview with you during business hours. You don't want your boss to know just in case the opportunity falls through -- after all, the job you have now is better than no job -- so you must keep your job search discreet .

But, that doesn't mean you have to let your current job hold you back from taking the opportunity to land your dream job. Here are some great tips for going on job interviews without your boss knowing:

1. Use Vacation Time For Interviews... READ MORE AT HUFFINGTON POST

Hispanic Americans have developed a love affair with social media, according to data from the mainstream population as well as among affluent Hispanic investors.

Pew Research reports that 80 percent of all Hispanics in America have social media accounts, and that is a far greater reach than the 72 percent of all Americans. When it comes to shopping, Hispanics lead non-Hispanics in the use of Twitter and YouTube for shopping purposes.

But Spectrem’s Ethnic Segmentation Series study on affluent Hispanic investors - Using Social Media and Mobile Technology in Financial Decisions - shows that they tend to lag behind other ethnicities in the use of social media, although they do tend to have greater usage than the non-ethnic portion of the affluent market. READ MORE ON MILLIONAIRE CORNER

By now, it almost a cliché – but the numbers continue to back it up. Across the nation’s Fortune 500 companies, there are just 10 Hispanic CEOs and only 3 percent of Latinos serve on corporate boards. That is about 137 out of 5,500 available board seats – the suits at the top of the proverbial ladder. The numbers are abysmal, especially when you consider Latinos constitute 17 percent of the nation’s population and have a purchasing power upwards of $1.3 trillion, and growing.

Companies say they value Latino money, but haven’t yet figured out how to include Latinos in the decision making.

Enter the Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility, a national organization looking to advance the inclusion of Hispanics in Corporate America. READ MORE ON FOX NEWS LATINO

According to the Pew Hispanic Center, Latinos will account for half of labor growth through 2020. As a result, Latinas will play a major role in the continued diversification of the U.S. workforce. For ambitious Latinas that aim to climb the corporate ladder, these 50 companies have proven they value a diverse workforce according to Latina Style’s latest survey.

Companies responding to LATINA Style’s questionnaire are evaluated based on issues that LATINA Style magazine readers identified as most important to them in the workplace. READ MORE AT THE VENTURE

The particular relationship between Hispanics and digital media in the United States is not a new revelation. Companies like Universal Pictures already understand the importance of serving this section of the American consumer base through the success of its Latino YouTube channel, which hosts videos that garner millions of views (and counting), and the popularity achieved after its intercultural marketing for the Despicable Me 2 film release. However, an already massive area of marketing is developing further, with both the Googleplex and the U.S. startup sector turning the spotlight on the Hispanic market even brighter in mid-2014.

Now Google is even interested
Anyone subscribed to Google’s “Think with Google” newsletter will be aware of the headline above last month’s edition: “Your Next Big Opportunity: The U.S. Hispanic Market.” READ MORE AT DAY NEWS

Sometimes, less really is more. It’s true of graduation speeches. Some would argue that it’s true of cilantro, of Christmas music, or of cologne. It can even be true of your resume.

That’s not to say that there isn’t some merit to a nicely detailed, filled-out resume. As you tell the story of your career, crafting a true narrative from your list of accomplishments and professional credentials, you want to be thorough, and you don’t want to leave any significant experience out of the document.

With that said, not everything you see on a resume is helpful, and not everything service to enhance the allure of the candidate. Trust us: The Grammar Chic, Inc. resume writing team has seen resumes with headshots, ClipArt, and Comic Sans. True story: We even saw one resume that began with this clause: Well, I guess my only real skill is… READ MORE AT BUSINESS2COMMUNITY

As the nation celebrates Labor Day, Latino officials and labor leaders state Hispanics increasingly represent the workforce of the future – as well as the future of the labor movement.

U.S. Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez believes that the best way to honor workers on Labor Day is to give them a raise. “President Obama’s opportunity agenda is about rewarding hard work with a fair wage,” he said. “That’s why we’ve fought so hard for an increase in the national minimum wage to $10.10 an hour. It’s based on a very basic value proposition: no one who works full-time in America should have to raise their families in poverty. The president’s proposal would benefit 28 million workers nationwide, one quarter of whom are Latino.” READ MORE AT NBC NEWS

Most people have moments of frustration with their jobs. But if you've been unhappy for months, that's not normal or healthy – that's a flag that you should be thinking about making a change. But sometimes it's not that simple. You might be convinced you won't be able to find a job that pays as well; you may worry that you won't be qualified for other work; or you might simply be having trouble getting the mental energy to launch a job search while you're still mired in a job that makes you unhappy.

When you're feeling stuck in a job that's wrong for you, here are six steps that can help you get un-stuck: READ MORE AT AOL JOBS

In just the first couple of weeks of being Sprint CEO, 43-year-old Marcelo Claure has cut prices, unveiled new data plans — and he is doing so with a keen eye on Latino mobile users.

Claure, the son of a Bolivian diplomat who moved to the U.S. in the 1990s, is now boldly attempting to steer the third largest U.S. wireless company, behind Verizon and AT&T, out of troubled waters.

He says he is honored to be one of the few Latino CEO's of a major public company in the U.S. READ MORE ON FOX NEWS LATINO

Last week, Apple was the latest in a string of Silicon Valley titans to release data that continues to prove how white, male, and Asian the tech industry really is. It’s not exactly a shock. Before Google released its own data in May — leading other companies to follow suit — there was already a growing belief that the tech industry needed to diversify. This need has never been more imperative.

Of course, this issue extends beyond Apple and Google. Currently only 6% of all U.S. tech workers are African-American and 7% are Latino. This is contrast to the 16% of tech workers who are Asian Americans and 71% who are white. READ MORE ON MSNBC

If you’re a millennial currently looking for a job, you’ve got your work cut out for you. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for people age 16 to 24 is 16.2%. The economy is getting back on its feet again, but companies are still playing things cautiously, which means job applicants with attractive resumes and extensive experience are getting hired more readily than those new to the workforce. There are, however, ways to set yourself apart from the pack – it only requires a little dedication and ingenuity. For some helpful job search tips, read on.

1. Follow Your Passion

Following your passion is important no matter how the economy or job market are doing – but that doesn’t mean you should do it to the exclusion of all else. READ MORE ON BUSINESS2COMMUNITY

Anyone who thinks U.S. Hispanics are still confined to traditional Latin media need only check out the latest Pandora stats.

According to ComScore's June numbers, 25 percent of Pandora's total 76.4 million active monthly unique visitors (MUV's) are Hispanic. That translates to an astounding nearly 19 million Hispanic MUV's, a number that not only places Pandora as the No. 1 music streaming property among Hispanics, but also as the top destination for Hispanics even when compared to endemic Hispanic sites like Univision Digital (which in June had 10.5 million MUVs).

ComScore is not alone in validating Pandora's Latin popularity. According to Nielsen's "Hispanics and Music" report released this week, Pandora is the No. 1 streaming service in the country among Latinos, with 39 percent of Hispanics listening in a typical week. READ MORE AT BILLBOARD