The Latino Leaders Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing leaders together. The Latino Leaders Luncheon Series featured speakers are presented with the Nambe Eagle Leadership Award as a symbol of vision, achievement and commitment to the Latino community. Past guest speakers include producer and songwriter Emilio Estefan, astronaut Jose Hernandez, civil rights activist Dolores Huerta, actress Eva Longoria Parker, and Labor Secretary Hilda Solis.
"She has one emotional level – intense. She communicates one feeling only – passion. When she asks you for something, you get the feeling that you can tell her yes now, or tell her yes later." Former President Bill Clinton on Nydia Velázquez, Speaking at Boricua College in Brooklyn, NY, January 13, 2000
CHCI congratulates Chair Velázquez on this award and thanks her for her visionary leadership over the past two years. At CHCI, leaders develop the next generation of Latino leaders and Chair Velazquez has taken CHCI to a new level – key programs have doubled, CHCI’s financial position is stronger than ever, and together with the CHCI Board she has forged the strategic direction for the organization through 2015.
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Chair Nydia M. Velázquez Profile Story
CHCI Chair Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez was honored by the Latino Leaders Network today at its quarterly luncheon where she was presented with the Nambe Eagle Leadership Award for her outstanding contribution to the Latino community throughout her life and career. 