RE: "An Evening with the SEC" Event on 9/28

Thank you for your interest in attending the event “An Evening with the SEC” on September 28th. As of September 21st , we have reached capacity and are unable to accept further RSVPs. ALPFA-DC will confirm attendance via e-mail directly to those individuals who RSVP’d prior to September 21st. If you have not received a confirmation from events@washingtondc.alpfa.org by September 26th we apologize that we are not able to accommodate you at the event.

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SEC to host ALPFA on 9/28/10 @ SEC DC Headquarters

ALPFA in partnership with NABA, NBMBAA, ASCEND, HBA-DC, HNBA and SABA-DC Present:

An Evening with the SEC

You are cordially invited to attend a panel discussion and networking event at the Securities & Exchange Commission. This is an opportunity for you to hear from SEC attorneys, economists, accountants, and examiners about their experiences working at the SEC. You will also learn about upcoming employment opportunities with the Commission and the application process.

Tuesday, September 28, 2010, 6 pm – 9 pm
Securities & Exchange Commission’s Auditorium
100 F Street NE
Washington DC 20549
Event is Metro Accessible: Union Station

This event is geared towards accountants, economists, attorneys, and industry professionals with at least five (5) years’ experience in the finance and/or securities industry. The SEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is seeking to attract candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences and knowledge. Participating in this event is not a guarantee of employment.

Please RSVP by September 24th at events@washingtondc.alpfa.org

Light hors d'oeuvres will be served ● Free admission ● Bring a friend and a Government-issued ID (i.e. Valid Driver's License)

To become an ALPFA member please click here: http://www.alpfa.org/

9/11/10 Women of ALPFA Event Flyer. Updated to reflect panelists!

Hi!

Below is the official flyer for the upcoming 9/11/10 Women of ALPFA event at Marriott @ Metro Center, Washington, DC. Please feel free to disseminate to your networks. We hope to see you there! Please RSVP to WOA@washingtondc.alpfa.org





Keynote Speaker for the Luncheon:

Shayla Rivera
Engineer turned motivational speaker, turned professional comedian!

Panelists Include:

Hyacinth Kucik
Senior VP and Principal Deputy General Counsel of Litigation, Freddie Mac

Anne-Day McCabe, CRPC®
Co-owner and Vice President, CAM Private Wealth Services

Peg McDermott
Founder, COGO

Marta Brito Perez
Global VP of Talent, Leadership and Organizational Development
AstraZeneca

Dena M. Roudybush
General Counsel and President, Compliance Counsel, PC

Ileana Sanchez Santiago
Business Ownership Coach at The Entrepreneur’s Source

Teresa J. Verges
Assistant Regional Director, Securities and Exchange Commission

Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce presents Intellectual Property and Contract/Procurement Regulations of Note

What: Aspectos Legales para su Negocio- Propieded Intelectual y Contratos (Intellectual Property and Contract/Procurement Regulations that may affect your business)
When: June 16, 2010. 6-8pm
Where: Biblioteca Central de Arlington- Auditorio (Central Arlington Library- Auditorium)
1015 N Quincy Street, Arlington, VA 22201

Contact: Rebeca Blanco, 703.228.0802, rblanco@gwhcc.org

RSVP is required: Please fill out the form below to register and fax to 703.228.0805 OR register online at www.arlingtonvirginiausa.com/bizlaunch

Liberty's Promise Networking and Development Event- June 8, 2010

Join fellow ALPFA Members at the

Inaugural Liberty’s Promise Flag Day Celebration

This Networking & Development Event

will honor

Phil Andrews, Montgomery County Council Member

for his support of Liberty’s Promise and low-income, immigrant youth

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

7pm – 9pm

On the rooftop terrace of Venable LLP

575 7^th St., NW, Washington DC

(corner of 7^th and F Streets)

About Liberty’s Promise: A 501(c)3 non-profit agency based in Alexandria, VA, serves low-income immigrant teens in the Washington, DC Metro area through professional internships and a program of civic education and engagement. Our programs aim to make the immigrant experience an affirmative one for young newcomers while instilling in them a sense of pride and support for American ideals of democracy and freedom.

Meet the students of Liberty’s Promise and hear first hand how Liberty’s Promise has changed their lives, and with your support, how you can make an impact in the lives of many.

Tickets: A $75 tax-deductible donation at www.libertyspromise.org

Please be sure to note that you are an ALFPA member when you register!

Volunteer Opportunities!

Want to give back to the community, but just too busy? Spend a few hours on a Saturday this June in either Fairfax or Montgomery County locations to coach an immigrant youth on professional dress, interview tips and helping them prepare a resume for their very first summer internship interview and make a difference! No experience needed!

May 22 (12:30 – 3pm)

June 6 (10am – 4pm)

June 12 (9am – 2pm)

June 19 (10am – 3pm)

34th Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala

34th Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala: Moving Forward and Creating Opportunities

Save the Date: Friday, June 18, 2010

Where: Walter E. Washington Convention Center

More details to follow as the date nears!

LatPro/NSHP Spring Job Fair 2010

What: LatPro/ National Society for Hispanic Professionals (NSHP) Spring Job Fair 2010

When: Thursday, May 13, 2010 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.)

Where: The Trinity Center

Trinity College
125 Michigan Ave, NE
Washington , DC 20017
Phone:(954) 678-1807
Map to this Location

Cost: FREE for all Job Seekers! REGISTER NOW


Description:

As a bilingual or bicultural professional, you won't want to miss this unique opportunity to find your dream job in the Washington DC area. LatPro and The National Society for Hispanic Professionals (NSHP) brought together top companies that value your multicultural background and specialized language skills for this one-of-a-kind career event. Join us on Thursday, May 13, for the opportunity to meet with a collection of premier companies who are actively recruiting diverse, Hispanic and bilingual professionals just like you.

Employers including Accenture, Citrix Systems, Volkswagen Group of America, Pepco Holdings, USAID, Verizon, Wachovia and many more will be recruiting for positions in:

• Accounting
• Engineering
• IT
• Banking
• Healthcare
• Human Resources
• Sales
• Marketing
• Customer Service
• Government Service