Hispanic, Latinx, Latine, Latina/o: What Every DEI Leader Needs to Know About The Hispanic Workforce
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Did you know, the data shows 8 years from now Hispanics will no longer be a minority? The LatinX workforce makes up close to 20% of American workers, but remain an untapped source of talent. This energetic presentation will focus on highlighting the unique characteristics of the Hispanic culture and the meaning they have in the workplace. We will explore the fundamental differences of this culture and provide some tips on how to make Hispanic employees feel engaged and valued. The speaker will involve the audience in dynamic exercises such as the Myth or Truth trivia game, where we will debunk myths about the Hispanic culture. We will also answer questions like: What does it mean to be a Hispanic in the United States? What are the biggest challenges they face? And what can you do to make them a key component of your DEI strategy? This session will portray the latest statistics, facts, case studies, metrics, proven strategies and important aspects of the Hispanic community as a whole.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn the A, B and C to successfully recruit, develop and retain Hispanics to include Generation Z.
- Discover the latest demographic research on this growing market.
- Understand the unique characteristics of Hispanics and how they differ from other cultures.
- Debunk myths and acquire facts about the Hispanic community.
- Understand what works and what doesn’t with Hispanics-Awareness, engagement and connection.
Miguel Joey Aviles
Miguel is the Chief Belonging Officer of MJA & CO, a Minority-owned consulting firm helping leaders leverage DEI as a catalyst to improve recruitment, engagement, and retention. Recognized as a LinkedIn's Top Voice in Racial Equity, Top 15 Champion of Diversity by Diversity Global Magazine, a Top 100 Executive by Diversity MBA Magazine, and featured as an Inclusion Innovator by SHRM.
Miguel served as the first civilian Chief of D&I in the history of the US Coast Guard. He started his career as diversity recruiter and for over a decade held several leadership positions in 3 major Federal Departments. Miguel is a TEDx speaker, featured at the Washington Post, the Chicago Tribune, and Telemundo.
You can learn more about him by visiting www.migueljoeyaviles.com