NALEO Leadership Luncheon
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Plaza Ballroom A-C
Sponsored by: Walmart

• Hon. Juan Zapata, Florida State Representative; Chair, NALEO Educational Fund
• Hon. Barbara O’Brien, Lt. Governor, State of Colorado
• Hon. John Suthers, Attorney General, State of Colorado
• Hon. Andrew Romanoff, Former Speaker of the House, State of Colorado
• Hon. John Hickenlooper, Mayor, City and County of Denver
  
  Keynote Remarks:
  Hon. Janet Napolitano, Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

NALEO Policy Institute on Education
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 14
Session Sponsor: Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

A New Standard for American Education: Implementation of the Common Core Standards Today we live in a global economy. This reality suggests that for America to maintain its competitive edge, all students must be well prepared and ready to compete with their peers as well as with students from across the globe. Many believe that common standards could be a critical first step to bring about real and meaningful transformation to the education system for the benefit all students. While this may be the case, many policymakers recognize that implementation of the common core standards will likely be the most complicated and challenging next step for states and school districts to consider. This session will provide a unique opportunity for elected leaders to
participate in a critical national dialogue and discuss implementation of new standards for American education, the Common Core Standards.

• Session Chair: Hon. Edward Casso, Colorado State Representative
• Dr. Vicki Phillips, Director of Education, College Ready, United States Program, The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Seattle, Washington
• Dr. Maria Guajardo, Executive Director, Mayor’s Office for Education and Children, Denver, Colorado
• Dr. Michael Casserly, Executive Director, Council of the Great City Schools
• Dr. Pascal Forgione, Distinguished Presidential Scholar and Executive Director,
  K-12 Assessment and Performance Management Center, Educational Testing Services (ETS)
  
  

NALEO Policy Institute on Healthy Communities
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 15
Session Sponsors: PepsiCo and Pfizer

Advancing Healthy and Sustainable Communities: Leadership Toward a Sustainable Built Environment The layout of our cities and towns has increasingly become more conducive to transportation via cars, than it is to transportation on foot, bicycle or bus. When assessing built design for active living, it is critical to understand how
the infrastructure, as well as the real and perceived safety of residents affect their ability to make healthy choices. In order to re-imagine a community that supports active living with affordable healthy eating options, it is crucial to consider how viable options for walking, biking or riding public transportation can also reduce the carbon foot print
of an entire constituency. The various safety, public health, urban planning and civil engineering perspectives that must be considered to give a community the opportunity to live actively and eat healthy will be discussed in this session, as we strategize how to create and support healthy and sustainable communities.

• Session Chair: Hon. Michele Martinez, Councilmember,
  City of Santa Ana, California
  
• Ms. Pilar Lorenzana-Campo, M.E.P., Associate, Planning and Development, Planning for Healthy Places, Public Health Law & Policy
• Ms. Robin Salsburg, J.D., Senior Staff Attorney, Public Health Law & Policy
• Mr. Ron Shaw, Environmental Sustainability Coordinator, City of Longmont
  
  

NALEO Policy Institute on Sustainable Communities
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 12
Session Sponsor: American Petroleum Institute

Harnessing the Nation's Energy to Revitalize State and Local Economies Understanding Energy 101: How Energy Shapes National, State and Local Economies Policymakers, corporate leaders, industry experts, and consumer advocates agree--harnessing all of our nation’s energy sources, renewable and nonrenewable is increasingly interconnected to our national efforts to revitalize state and local economies. Given this sense of urgency, the role of elected and appointed officials in setting key energy related decisions is equally important. Policymakers must have a keen understanding of what energy is and a firm awareness of the emerging trends shaping the national policy conversation. This session will provide a broad overview of all energy sources and delivery forms; how U.S. energy is diverse and has evolved over time; and the important role each energy sector plays in our national, state and local economies.

• Session Chair: Hon. Floyd Esquibel, Wyoming State Senator
• Ms. Rayola Dougher, Senior Economist Analyst, American Petroleum Institute
• Mr. David Rosner, Senior Analyst, National Commission on Energy Policy
• Mr. Frank M. Stewart, President-elect and Chief Operating Officer,
  The American Association of Blacks in Energy (AABE)
  
  

GOVERNANCE SESSION
ECONOMIC FORECAST FOR LOCAL AND STATE GOVERNMENTS
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 12
Co-conveners: Hispanic Elected Local Officials and The National Conference of State Legislatures
Session Sponsors: Bank of America, Cabrera Capital Markets, LLC and Centinela Capital Partners, LLC

Facing economic times not experienced since the great depression, state and local governments are dealing with record budget gaps which will continue in 2011 and beyond. Effective governance will be tested at all levels of government as local and state elected officials struggle with maintaining quality of life and even strengthen their communities. While the American Recovery and Reinvestment may have lessened the need for dramatic cuts in services or a rise in taxes, it is likely that this federal assistance will end before state budgets recover. This session will provide expert policy discussion on topics designed to equip policymakers with tools for understanding the
short and long-term economic forecast for local and state governments; this includes strategies for ensuring effective partnerships between financial institutions and government for community investment.

• Session Chair: Hon. Pete Gallego, Texas State Representative;
  Board Member, NALEO
• Ms. Corina Eckl, Director, Fiscal Affairs Program,
  National Conference State Legislatures
• Mr. Martin Cabrera, Jr., Chief Executive Officer, Cabrera Capital Markets, LLC
• Hon. Karen Avilla, City Treasurer, Carson, California; First Vice-President, HELO; Board Member, NALEO

GOVERNANCE SESSION
UTILIZING SOCIAL MEDIA FOR CONSTITUENCY OUTREACH
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 14

Social media has significantly altered traditional patterns of communication among many people, including policymakers and their constituents. This type of technology has the potential to enhance the opportunities elected officials have to engage in a dialogue with their local communities on the most pressing issues that affect their daily lives. While traditional modes of communication remain relevant in reaching out to constituents, this session will explore various forms of social media that can be useful in quickly disseminating information in a highly accessible format while also giving stakeholders a timely and relevant voice in government. Participants will also be equipped with a broader understanding of today’s “information consumer.”

• Session Chair: Hon. Judy Montero, Councilmember, City and County of Denver
  
• Mr. Bobby Clark, Executive Director, Progress Now
• Mr. Ian Inaba, Co-Executive Director, Citizen Engagement Laboratory

THE NEW LEGAL AND POLICY LANDSCAPE OF REDISTRICTING
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 15
Co-conveners: The Board of Hispanic Caucus Chairs and The National Conference of State Legislatures

The legal and policy environment for redistricting has changed significantly since maps were drawn last decade. This panel will explore the most important court decisions and other legal developments which will affect redistricting in 2011. Panelists will also discuss the experiences of different states where commissions play a role in the redistricting process, and the issues such commissions raise for fair representation of the Latino community.

• Session Chair: Hon. Rosemary Rodriguez, State Director,
  Office of U.S. Senator Michael Bennet
  
• Hon. Thomas Perez, Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division,
  U.S. Department of Justice
• Ms. Nina Perales, Southwest Regional Counsel, Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF)
  
• Ms. Rosalind Gold, Sr. Director of Policy, Research and Advocacy,
  NALEO Educational Fund
  
  

The New Alliance for Public Safety: A Latino Conversation on
Youth Intervention, Programs, Policy Reform and National Advocacy
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 12
This session is presented by: The New Alliance for Public Safety – Co-founded by
Los Angeles City Councilmember Tony Cárdenas and Texas State Senator
Leticia Van de Putte

This session provides a unique opportunity to hear from and dialogue with Latino elected leaders who have developed promising approaches for reducing youth and gang related violence, advocate for policy reform based on “intervention vs. incarceration,” seek national prioritization and funding support, identify long-term solutions to reduce costs of policing and incarceration, and envision a national network of Latino public and private interests committed to breaking the epidemic cycle of youth violence and thus allowing true fulfillment of our future generations.

• Session Chair: Mr. Rudolph F. Rodriguez, Principle, Community Resource Group
  
• Hon. Leticia Van de Putte, Texas State Senator
• Hon. Tony Cárdenas, Councilman, City of Los Angeles
• Ms. Raquel Mariscal, Senior Consultant, Annie E. Casey Foundation

NALEO Town Hall on Energy
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Plaza Ballroom D & E

Addressing our nation’s forecasted demand for energy, with recent events in the Gulf of Mexico as a backdrop, has emerged as a critical priority. U.S. economic growth and American lifestyles are predicated on the abundant availability and affordability of energy. Policymakers, corporate leaders, industry experts, and consumer advocates agree – harnessing all of our nation’s energy sources is increasingly interconnected to our national efforts to revitalize state and local economies – as well as prepare the future work force in this area. Policymakers also face the challenge of meeting our nation’s growing energy needs in a manner that is sustainable and balances concerns for the environment and the safety of their constituents. The nation’s leading government and private industry experts will engage in a dynamic discussion on the future of energy policy in the United States.

• Session Chair: Hon. Sylvia R. Garcia, Commissioner, Harris County, Texas; President, NALEO
  
  Keynote Remarks:
  
• Hon. Hilda L. Solis, Secretary, U.S. Department of Labor
• Hon. Federico Peña, Former Secretary, U.S. Departments of Energy and Transportation; Former Mayor, City and County of Denver; Senior Adviser,
  Vestar Capital Partners
  
  

NALEO EDUCATION LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE
A NEW STANDARD FOR AMERICAN EDUCATION
SMART HEARTS: A NEW STRATEGY FOR STUDENT LEARNING
AND SAFE SCHOOLS
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 14
Session Sponsors: Gay & Lesbian Fund for Colorado and the Gill Foundation

Student learning can only take place in school environments where students feel safe, happy and respected. Sadly enough, national statistics reveal that many students do not feel that school is a safe space for personal and academic growth. An increase in reported student bullying suggests that schools have to rethink strategies for ensuring safe learning environments for all students. Social and emotional learning strategies are a potentially effective preventive method for schools to consider in order to help students deal with the effects of harassment and bullying based on social standing, ethnic origin, or sexual orientation. Research shows that promoting social and emotional
skills leads to reduced violence and aggression among children, higher academic achievement, and an improved ability to function in schools and in the workplace. Hear more how your district and state can begin rethinking school safety and build on current school safety initiatives to incorporate social and emotional learning as part of
your curriculum.

• Session Chair: Hon. Ana Rivas-Logan, School Board Member, Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Florida;
  Board Member, NALEO
• Mr. Anthony Ramos, Director of Communications, Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN)
• Mr. Mark Wilding, Executive Director, PassageWorks Institute
• Mr. Patrick Sanchez, Principal, Westminster High School, Colorado
  
  

NALEO POLICY INSTITUTE ON SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
HARNESSING THE NATION’S ENERGY TO REVITALIZE STATE AND LOCAL ECONOMIES UNDERSTANDING ENERGY 102: EMERGING TECHNOLOGY
AND THE INNOVATIVE DELIVERY OF ENERGY RELATED SERVICES
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 12
Session Sponsor: PG&E

Meeting the forecasted demand for energy will require growth in both the capacity of our national infrastructure and in renewable energy sources. The financial costs of our nation’s limited energy technology and aging delivery systems is pushing state and local economies to the brink and wreaking havoc on individual consumer budgets. For
example, our current electrical grid allows for power outages and interruptions that cost Americans at least $150 billion each year. This session will provide information about how policymakers can collaborate across jurisdictions, with private industry and within diverse communities to support more efficient energy technology, innovative and
affordable modes of delivery, and develop the trained workforce required to sustain our emerging energy needs.

• Session Chair: Hon. Fernando Shipley, Mayor, Globe, Arizona
• Mr. David Hiller, Executive Director, Colorado Renewable Energy Collaboratory
• Ms. Van Ton-Quinlivan, Director of Strategic HR Programs, PG&E

NALEO POLICY INSTITUTE ON HEALTHY COMMUNITIES:
ADVANCING HEALTHY AND SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES - NAVIGATING BUDGETS TO IMPROVE HEALTH
Session Sponsors: AARP and Together Rx Access

Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 15

The current economic recession has taken its toll on communities across the country, as budgets have been slashed and deficits have grown. Despite this, inspired solutions for improving the infrastructure and built environment of communities have proven the ingenuity of our country’s public officials and leading experts. From the federal to the
local level, proven leaders in public policy and programming recognize that the way in which we have structurally built our communities is not conducive to healthy living and sustainable environments. With guidance from experts on navigating budget deficits and obtaining federal funds to sustain innovative policy and programming in your own
community, this session will delve deeper into the economics of promoting policy that supports a healthy and sustainable structure and infrastructure for diverse communities across the United States.

• Session Chair: Hon. Hector Balderas, New Mexico State Auditor; Board Member, NALEO Educational Fund
  
• Ms. Danielle Gratale, Government Relations Manager, Trust for America’s Health
  
• Hon. Rick M. Garcia, Regional Administrator, Denver Regional Office,
  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
• Ms. Leonore Bates, Colorado Scenic Byways Coordinator, Colorado Department of Transportation
  
  
  
  

NALEO EDUCATION LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE:
A NEW STANDARD FOR AMERICAN EDUCATION DISCUSSION ROUNDTABLE: REAUTHORIZATION OF THE ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION ACT (ESEA)
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 14

The pending Reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), commonly referred to as No Child Left Behind, presents a unique opportunity for policymakers to reshape education reform for their community, in terms of equitable funding, teacher and leader effectiveness, support for English Language Learners, assessment and accountability. A new bipartisan national taskforce formed by 12 NALEO members from 11 states has been working to participate in the reauthorization process for ESEA. The Taskforce leadership will guide a discussion on
how elected and appointed officials can play a strategic role in ensuring that new version of ESEA better serves every child in America, especially the growing needs of Latino students.

• Special Remarks:
  
• Mr. Michael Yudin, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Strategic Initiatives, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, U.S. Department of Education
  
  
• Taskforce Session Speakers:
  
• Hon. Ana Sol Gutiérrez, Maryland State Delegate; Taskforce Co-Chair
• Hon. Jesse Ruiz, Chair, Illinois State Board of Education
• Hon. Pedro Colón, State Representative, Wisconsin; Board Member, NALEO

NALEO POLICY INSTITUTE ON HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
ADVANCING HEALTHY AND SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES DISCUSSION ROUNDTABLE: ESTABLISHING AND MAINTAINING A SUCCESSFUL HEALTH
AND ENVIRONMENT COALITION
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 15
Session Sponsor: Abbott Laboratories, Inc.

It is essential to recognize that good, effective policy incorporates diverse perspectives resulting in policies that contribute to and enrich the lives of many. Communication among key decision makers and community leaders enables thoughtful decision making, especially when considering community design and infrastructure that allows
residents to have the opportunity to make healthy choices about food, physical activity, transportation and their own individual carbon foot print. Join us for a lively discussion about coalition building strategies, including how to identify key players, what can bring them together and how to navigate the diverse interests of community
stakeholders. Learn key strategies applied by fellow policymakers that have effectively utilized existing coalitions to maximize partnerships that simultaneously address health concerns and community priorities.

• Session Chair: Hon. Luz Urbáez-Weinberg, Commissioner,
  City of Aventura, Florida; Board Member, NALEO
  
• Ms. Rachel Cleaves, Associate Director, Learning Landscapes
  
• Mr. Tim Wohlgenant, Colorado State Director, The Trust for Public Land
• Ms. Denise Perez, Senior Legislative Aide, City and County of Denver
  
• Ms. Cecilia Pozo Fileti, President, C.P. Fileti Associates, Inc.
  

NALEO POLICY INSTITUTE ON SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
HARNESSING THE NATION’S ENERGY TO REVITALIZE STATE AND LOCAL ECONOMIES DISCUSSION ROUNDTABLE: BALANCING OUR ENERGY NEEDS
WITH PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT AND THE HEALTH OF OUR COMMUNITIES
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 12
Session Sponsor: Waste Management

During this session, participants will engage their peers and various other stakeholders in a structured discussion on meeting the nation’s growing energy needs while protecting the health and safety of people and natural resources.

• Session Chair: Hon. John Sapien, New Mexico State Senator
• Mr. Rafael Aguilera, Principal and Co-founder, Verde Consulting Group, LLC
• Ms. Rosalie Mulé, Director of Government Affairs, Waste Management

TURNING THE NUMBERS INTO LINES: REDISTRICTING DATA ISSUES AND CHALLENGES
Co-conveners: The Board of Hispanic Caucus Chairs and The National Conference of State Legislatures
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 10

Census data and other statistics provide the building blocks for map drawing and help determine whether redistricting plans meet federal and state legal requirements. During this session, panelists will discuss the process by which the Census Bureau will release its 2010 data, and the other types of data used in redistricting. This session will also explore how demographic, geographic and political information can be used to draw lines that promote Latino political progress.

• Session Chair: Hon. Lorraine Cortés-Vazquéz, Secretary of State, New York Department of State; Board Member, NALEO
  
• Ms. Catherine McCully, Chief, Census Redistricting Data Office, U.S. Census Bureau
• Ms. Karin Mac Donald, Director, Statewide Database & Election Administration Research Center, Berkeley Law, University of California, Berkeley; Managing Partner Q2 Data & Research, LLC, Oakland, CA
  
• Mr. Joaquin Avila, Director, National Voting Rights Advocacy Initiative, Distinguished Practitioner in Residence, Seattle University, School of Law
  
  
  

JUSTICE MATTER: HOW THE SUPREME COURT AND KAGAN NOMINATION IMPACT THE LATINO COMMUNITY
Presented by: Hispanics for a Fair Judiciary
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Plaza Court 1

HONORING LATINA ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS
Presented by: The Latina Initiative
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Plaza Court 1

THE GILL FOUNDATION RECEPTION
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Director’s Row H

NATIONAL LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON
Sponsored by: AT&T and The Walt Disney Company
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Plaza Ballroom A-C

• Special Remarks:
  
• Hon. Mark Udall, U.S. Senator
• Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Director, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services
  

LATINO POLITICAL EMPOWERMENT: COMPREHENSIVE IMMIGRATION REFORM AND THE PATH TO U.S. CITIZENSHIP

• Session Chair: Hon. Kyrsten Sinema, Arizona State Representative
  
• Hon. Richard Miranda, Co-Chair, Arizona Legislative Latino Caucus,
  Phoenix, AZ
• Hon. Thomas A. Saenz, Esq., President and General Counsel, Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund
  

NALEO EDUCATION LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE
A NEW STANDARD FOR AMERICAN EDUCATION COMMUNITY COLLEGES AS THE PATHWAY TO LATINO SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, MATHEMATICS (STEM) DEGREES
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 14

The American Graduation Initiative and Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) Initiative are new ideas proposed by the Administration envisioned to create opportunities and usher in new innovations and reforms for the 21st century economy. There is a renewed call for America to once again lead the world in college degree attainment by reaching 5 million new college graduates by 2020. The role of the community colleges will play a critical role in meeting those goals. Data suggest that the pathway to college degree completion begins for most Latino students at the community college level. This is important to note, given that nearly 44% of all STEM baccalaureate degree holders attend community college at some point in their career. This session will highlight recent community college STEM policy initiatives and new funding opportunities that could accelerate the number of Latino students with STEM degrees.

• Session Chair: Hon. Anitere Flores, Florida State Representative;
  Chair, Pre-K-12 Appropriations Committee; Board Member,
  NALEO Educational Fund
  
• Dr. Carlos Rodriguez, Principal Research Analyst, American Institutes for Research
• Ms. Cynthia Conteh, Project Director, Tools for Success, Miami Dade College, Florida

NALEO POLICY INSTITUTE ON HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
ADVANCING HEALTHY AND SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES BUILDING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES THROUGH SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 15

As the country faces another challenging fiscal year, the economic recession has forced many state and local governments to re-examine their existing and future community development projects to ensure effective use of funds that meet the needs. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) allocated considerable resources
to support state and local governments, and to stimulate economic growth and job creation. Moreover, the economic recovery act provided a unique opportunity for policymakers to evaluate how economic growth can also facilitate sustainable and healthy living choices for residents, thus, creating healthier communities for their constituents while still advancing energy, environmental and economic development objectives. Looking at community priorities through a health lens enables state and local policymakers to increase healthy eating and active living by using funds that benefit the transportation, education, community development and crime prevention sectors. In this session, participants will explore an array of local projects that used ARRA funds to support healthy, vibrant and successful communities across the country. Examples of these types of projects will be discussed in detail, including the construction of mixed-use developments that encourage walking and biking, as well as financing incentives that increase options for affordable healthy foods, among others.

• Session Chair: Hon. Sergio Rodriguez, Alderman, City of New Haven, Connecticut; President, HELO; Board Member, NALEO
  
• Ms. Brianna Almaguer Sandoval, Project Manager, Healthy Corner Store Initiative, The Food Trust
• Dr. Fernando Guerra, Director of Health, San Antonio Metropolitan Health District
• Ms. Mildred Thompson, Senior Director, Center on Health and Place, PolicyLink
  

NALEO POLICY INSTITUTE ON SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
HARNESSING THE NATION’S ENERGY TO REVITALIZE STATE AND LOCAL ECONOMIES UNDERSTANDING ENERGY 103: FEDERAL AND LOCAL POLICY IMPLICATIONS
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 12

There are numerous policy challenges associated with what, where, and how we use energy. For example, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, most of the energy consumed in the United States comes from nonrenewable fossil fuels. Renewable energy resources supply a relatively small but steady portion, about 7% of
U.S. total energy consumption. Nuclear fuel began to be used in the late 1950s to generate electricity, and in recent years has surpassed renewable energy sources. These energy facts coupled with the recent rise in all energy prices
and the impact of climate change has challenged U.S. policymakers to forge policy solutions that meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This session will highlight federal, state and local policies aimed at responsibly managing the sustained environmental challenges
faced by energy producers, transporters and consumers.

• Session Chair: Hon. Manuel Flores, Chairman, Illinois Commerce Commission
  
• Mr. Glen Andersen, NCSL Energy Program, National Conference of State Legislatures
  

MORE LATINOS IN THE BUILDING?: THE OUTLOOK FOR INCREASED REPRESENTATION THIS DECADE
Co-conveners: The Board of Hispanic Caucus Chairs and The National Conference of State Legislatures
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Governor’s Square 10

With the dramatic growth of the Latino population during the last decade, the maps created during the 2011 redistricting could provide Latinos with many new electoral opportunities throughout the country. During the session, panelists from states with large population gains will discuss the political landscape and the prospects for
increased Latino representation at the state and federal level. This session will also explore strategies to mobilize the Latino community to participate in the redistricting process.

• Session Chair: Dr. Leo Estrada, Associate Professor of Urban Planning, University of California, Los Angeles, School of Public Affairs, Department of Urban Planning
  
• Mr. Christina Bejarano, Assistant Professor of Political Science,
  The University of Kansas, Department of Political Science
• Dr. Dario Moreno, Director, Metropolitan Center, Associate Professor of Political Science, Florida International University
• Hon. Steve Gallardo, Former Arizona State Representative
  

STRATEGY SESSION: SB1070
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Plaza Ballroom D & E

NALEO members will have the opportunity to engage in a structured dialogue and strategy session around SB1070, Arizona’s recently enacted immigration policy.

Special Remarks:

• Hon. Ben Miranda, Co-Chair, Arizona Legislative Latino Caucus
• Hon. Ross Romero, Utah State Senator
• Hon. Thomas A. Saenz, Esq., President and General Counsel, Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund
• Ms. Clarissa Martinez de Castro, Director, Immigration and National Campaigns, National Council of La Raza
• Hon. John Loredo, Political Consultant
  
  

NALEO ANNUAL CONFERENCE AWARDS DINNER
Presenting Sponsors: Toyota and Univision Communications Inc.
Plaza Building Concourse Level, Plaza Ballroom A-C

Masters of Ceremonies:
• Hon. Ana Rivas-Logan, Board Member, Miami-Dade County Public Schools;
Board Member, NALEO
• Hon. John Duran, Councilmember, City of West Hollywood

Special Remarks:
• Hon. Michael Bennet, U.S. Senator
• Hon. John Salazar, U.S. Representative
• Hon. Justin Rodriguez, Councilmember, City of San Antonio

Presentation of the NALEO President’s Award:
• Hon. Sylvia R. Garcia, Commissioner, Harris County, Texas; President, NALEO
• Ms. Tessie Guillermo, Chair, The California Endowment Board of Directors

Presentation of the Ohtli Award by the Mexican Government:
• Hon. Eduardo Arnal Palomera, Consul General of Mexico in Denver
• Hon. Polly Baca-Barragán, Former Member, Colorado State House of Representatives