Saturday, June 29th ┃Mexican Heritage Plaza ┃9:00am-3:00pm
Not Your Typical
Career Fair
As an integral part of our community, we recognize the importance of fostering opportunity, diversity and inclusion within the workforce. Futura Fest: Unlock Your Future aims to connect
500+ talented Latina professionals
with leading companies and organizations, providing an opportunity for networking, mentorship and career advancement.
Participating Recruiters: San José State University, Excite Credit Union, Northwestern Mutual San Jose, Digital NEST, Inc.Pacific Clinics, Metropolitan Transportation Commission, YWCA Golden Gate Silicon Valley, Shine Together, KIPP Public Schools Northern California, Stanford Health Care, Department of Family & Children's Services, San José Unified School District, Visit San Jose, Sutter Health, Renaissance, SJPD, Lifemoves, Catholic Charities, Housing and Community Development, Work2future, Martha Niño Foundation, Sephora, Benefit San Francisco, Santa Clara University, Enterprise, JP Morgan Chase & Co, Voler Strategic Advisors, Alpha Public Schools, Child Protective Services (Santa Clara County), Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley, Child Advocates of Silicon Valley, TANDA and many more!
Sponsored by:
HOW TO GET INVOLVED
Recruit Latina Talent
Non-profits: $150.00
Governmental (local, county, state) organizations: $350.00
Private Companies or Corporations: $450.00
booth space includes: Table & tent, snacks and refreshments, listed as attending employer
Invest in Latina Talent
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$25,000 Investment:
Official title sponsor
Logo on promotional materials
Acknowledgment during opening/closing
Newsletter spotlight
Social media partner post
Marketing/recruitment booth
Recognition in post event releases and social media
Speak on a panel or share welcome remarks
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$15,000 Investment:
Logo on printed materials
Acknowledgment during opening/closing remarks
Newsletter mention
Marketing/recruitment booth
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$10,000 Investment:
Company listed on event material
Acknowledment during opening/closing remarks
Logo placement on newsletter
Marketing/ recruitment table
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$5,000 Investment:
Logo on printed material
Marketing/recruitment booth
Agenda
9:00- 10:00 am: General Admission Check In
9:30- 10:00 am: Welcome & Start of Programming (Pavillion)
Fireside Chat: Celebrando Nuestras Carreras Con Orgullo
10:00- 11:00 am (Pavilion)
Designed to celebrate and empower individuals embracing their unique identities and backgrounds with pride as they navigate their professional careers. Through mentorship and skill-building, participants are equipped to navigate their careers authentically and confidently. Moderator: Esmé Bautista, LCSV Board Member.
Angela Flores Robertson
Anna Dapelo Garcia
Founder & President, Lean in Latinas
Martha Niño
Senior Marketer, Adobe
Ana Navarrete
Program Director, UndocuSpartan Student Resource Center
Martha Rodriguez
HR Consultant, Entrepreneur
Martha Hernandez
Founder, MadeBoss, ESO Venture
Service Delivery Leader, Palo Alto Networks
Sarahi Espinoza Salamanca
Founder, Dreamers Roadmap
Community Advocate, Public Servant
Pamela Campos
11:00 - 11:10 am: Programming Break
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Led by inspiring Latina leaders who have made significant strides in their sector, this session provides practical insights and actionable strategies for success by harnessing their unique skills and experiences to drive meaningful change in their industries and beyond. Moderator: Vanessa “V” Grijalva, LCSV Board Member.
11:10- 12:00 pm (Pavilion)
Project Manager & Process Engineer in Medical Device Industry
Delia J. Davila
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Expand your knowedge on how to get into public service jobs (ex. local government). Identify what it takes with County expert Ketzal Gomez. Key highlights on how to make your exemplify resume and prepare for interviews. Whether you are transitioning, stepping into a new role or actively searching for your first position and entering the workforce for the first time, this workshop will give you the insight on County hiring process from first hand perspective.
11:10- 12:00 pm (Classroom A)
Management Analyst, County of Santa Clara, Office of Women’s Policy Division of Equity and Social Justice
Ketzal Gomez
12:00 - 12:30 pm: Lunch & Programming Break
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Sponsored by The Mexican Heritage Plaza
Enter this impactful and uplifting panel to get your questions answered as an undocumented student, professional within diverse industries. Get a foundational understanding of how to get into the processes and make an impact no matter your status.
Moderator: Teresa Perez, Program Manager, Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center
12:30- 1:30 pm (Pavilion)
Odet Ford
MPA, California Governor’s Office of Business & Economic Development
12:30- 1:30 pm (Classroom A)
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A professional development workshop focusing on communicative techniques, while maintaining cultural identity. Get ready to gain insight on how to navigate professional settings and expand your knowdge of what it takes it to be confident in your communication in professional spaces.
Program Associate, African American Community Services Agency
Kiana Wood Munoz
1:30 - 2:00 pm: Career Fair & Networking
Exploring Your Compensation Beyond Salary: How and What You Can Negotiate in Your Compensation Package
2:00- 2:50 pm (Pavilion)
Gain tips on how to gain a higher salary, learn insight for a HR professionals with Latina HR representatives Martha Rodriguez, we will learn together on the Proven Techniques for Boosting Compensation. Moderator: Jessica Gonzalez, LCSV Board Member.