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April's Newsletter of Network & Events
Bringing Just The Best To Our Members. 
In This Issue
Rev Carmen Hernandez is Nominated to recieved an award
Our Newsletter Sponsors!
Our Youth @Splash
Want To Improve Your Business
Security Works/Amore
17th Original GLBT Expo
MCCNY Charities Resources Fair
A Dialogue with NYC Council Memers
Gay/Lesbain Marketing Conference
Galde Conversemos
Conversation w/Queer
Sexism In The LGBT Community
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Rev Carmen Hernandez is Nominated to recieved an award
It is with great honor that El Diario has nominated Rev Carmen Hernandez as a recipient of the  2010 "Mujeres Destacadas Award" a recognition given annually by El Diario La Prensa to the most outstanding women in our community. 
 
Congratulations! As an honoree, Rev Carmen Hernandez would be in the company of some of the Tri-state area's most successful and influential Latinas making strides in the corporate, business, entertainment, sports and community arenas.
 
 Now celebrating 'Los Quinces,' the "Mujeres Destacadas Awards" will be presented at a luncheon in the exclusive Mandarin Oriental Hotel, on Sunday, April 18, 2010 at 12pm, sharp!!
 
  Please keep in mind that the luncheon is a private business event and capacity is limited.
 
If you interested to attend RSVP to Maggie.Castro@
eldiariony.com
 
 Rev Carmen Hernandez will be featured in the special supplement published to recognize the accomplishments of all the "Mujeres Destacadas" recipients, highlighting each individual's successes and contributions to the Latino community.

Once again Rev
Carmen Hernandez,
congratulations on your nomination!!

Sincerely Rossana Rosado, Publisher & CEO *El Diario La Prensa* An impreMedia company
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Our Youth Event on Sunday March 28th w/Special guest the Legend Melba Moore Live In Person.
Admission Donation $5.00 @ Splash
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Look Out for La Mission at the theater near you!
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March 18, Grand Opening In Queens
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DO YOU WANT TO IMPROVE YOUR BUSINESS IMAGE?

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The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Queens (HCCQ) is presenting another of their semi-monthly seminars for business owners and people starting a business. Their next seminar entitled "How to Create Your Business Image" with a continental breakfast is scheduled for March 30.

 

The presenter, Yolanda De Los Reyes, a Business Consultant, will discuss five important topics including your appearance when going to ask for a loan or participate in networking to the message in your answering machine.  

 

This Free seminar will be held Tuesday, March 30 from 9:00 am to 10:30 am at the HCCQ headquarters located at 76-11 37th Ave. 2nd Floor, Jackson Heights, NY. Seats are limited. For more information or to RSVP E: dyolanda@verizon.net or Tel. 718-454-4215

 
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Looking for Security Personne - 150 positions are available pay rate $9:35per hour. Must have 8 & 16 Certifications, HS/GED, and NYS ID. Guard License is a plus - If you do not have Certs or License, SWI can assist you with obtaining your 8 &16 hr. Cert and your NYS License. Call today 212-239-8181/8192 interviews conducted daily. 
Greetings!

This is our year and for our President Rev Carmen Hernandez is Nominated to recieved El Diario's Award Read all about it in this newsletter. What an award this year God has bless our President. She strive to bring the best for her members & Partners. Visit our booth at the 17th Original GLBT Expo this coming Saturday & Sunday click on the photo and it will direct you to their website and print out the discount coupon. We want to welcome on board Community Marketing, Inc which is having a Gay/Lesbian Marketing Conference on April 30th which we are honor to co-sponsored and we hope our members register and join and get $50.00 off Click here to visit their registration website. Use this code for a $50 member discount!  nyclgbtcc2010. There is so much happen this coming Month. Including the Staten Island Expo on April 18, read all about it in this newsletter.
 
Enjoy the reading.
 
NYC LGBT Chamber of Commerce, Inc

The 17th Original GLBT Expo

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#1 in Attendance #1 in Exhibitors
#1 Advertising & Promotion #1 Expo

2010 is our 17th Anniversary. This is a huge milestone for the GLBT Community, the loyal sponsors/exhibitors/attendees that support the EXPO and your dedicated staff at The RDP Group.

For the past 17 years, the EXPO has helped to present the finest products & services available to the GLBT consumer. Starting in 1993, the EXPO has generated over $80,000,000 of dollars spent within the Greater Tri-State area. This includes the GLBT friendly companies from every industry, both large and small, Fortune 1000 and Gay-owned companies. They have all discovered the GLBT Community is affluent, brand-loyal, well educated and business minded. It is the truest of definition of "THE PERFECT NICHE MARKET".

To purchase a booth call and request for Steven Wesler for a discount, mention you are a friend or partner with the NYC LGBT Chamber of Commerce, Rev Carmen Hernandez. or if you can't afford a booth we can rent you space with us. Email us at nyclgbtchamberc@msn.com if you are interested! Space is Limit!! Email us!
 

VISIT OUR BOOTH 611 AND SAY HELLO!

You may want to print the coupon click right here for a entrance discount coupon!
 
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When: Friday, March 26, 2010

From 12 noon to 6pm 

Where: MCCNY (3rd Floor)

446W 36th St(bet 9th and 10th Ave.) New York, NY 10016

Phon: 212 626 7440

If you would like to set a table up give William Moran a call. Every resouces that join the more we can empower our community.

Details: MCCNY Charities Programs will display there services. There will be an open table for other fraternal organizations for their informative material.

A Dialogue with NYC Council Memers. 
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You are invited to attend this great event on April 16, 2010 from 4:00pm till 6:00pm. At Metropolitan Community Church of NY on 446W 36th St. (bet 9th and 10th Ave,)
 
Details:
We will discuss issues related to the homelessness and hungriness in NYC, the role of the Charities, Churches, Government, and Private Sector (Small Business) in this situation.
 
** Members of the Chamber and representation of the private sector like Small Business Owners will be welcome to join us.
 
If you have any comment or questions, please feel free to contact William Moran-Berberena (wmoranmccny@gmail.com)
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Staten Island's 1st Travel Consumer Expo

Presented by Majors Travel of Forest Avenue & PASSAGES VaGAYtions & NYC LGBT Chamber of Commerce. 

Sunday, April 18, 2010
1PM - 5PM

Hilton Garden Inn
1100 South Avenue
Staten Island, New York

FREE Admission & Fun For The Entire Family.

CONTINENTAL AIRLINES
WALT DISNEY WORLD
TAUCK TOURS
GOGO WORLDWIDE VACATIONS
PRINCESS CRUISES
CELEBRITY CRUISE LINE
And Many More.. 

Come Meet the People Behind the Scenes and Take Advantage of the Special Offers, Prizes and 'Give Aways' 

Passages VaGAYtions 
1192 Forest Avenue
Staten Island,  New York 10310 
Office: 718-727-0021

The Gay & Lesbian Marketing Conference
 
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Co-sponsored by GLAAD, NGLCC, NYCLGBTCC, Echelon Magazine, Instinct and Gay City News.
 
Use this code for a $50 member discount! 
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Community Marketing, Inc. and Pink Banana Media will present a full-day educational and networking conference for business leaders interested in growing their LGBT market share. Participants from across the region, as well as throughout North America are invited to attend the Conference.

"In a soft economic market, the gay and lesbian segment presents an especially valid and viable opportunity for growth," said David Paisley, the event organizer. "The Gay & Lesbian Marketing Conference offers a comprehensive research, advertising, marketing, and communications forum that will help attendees reach a broad spectrum of LGBT consumers."
 
Audience: Whether you are a long-time LGBT market expert or new to the segment, you will attain valuable insights and approaches into the LGBT marketplace. Dedicated to marketing, advertising and PR executives and agencies serving all industries, who want to successfully reach East Coast, national and international gay/lesbian consumers, and initiate or update effective strategies.
 
Dedicated: Symposium attendance is limited in order to facilitate the best learning and networking environment. Gain practical take-aways and new approaches from the CMI and Pink Banana teams, and our strategic partners..
 
Registration is available online for this Conference:  Advance registration is just $245, including all educational sessions, lunch and coffee breaks..
 
Click here to visit our registration website. Use this code for a $50 member discount!  nyclgbtcc2010
 
 
You may also download and fax your registration to CMI offices at (415) 552-5104
 
About the organizers: 
Community Marketing, Inc. has been successfully connecting our clients with diverse gay and lesbian communities worldwide since 1992 through consumer market intelligence and strategic planning..
 
Research on gay and lesbian consumers: 
http://www.communitymarketinginc.com/mkt_int_gld.php 
 
Pink Banana Media specializes in unique aspects of LGBT online marketing, matching a product or service to targeted online communities through geographic and demographic targeting.
To suggest speakers, or for sponsorship opportunities: Tom Roth tom@communitymarketinginc.com or call 415-437-3800
  The GALDE Conversemos Project
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Join us for a fun educational program!!!
Topics will include, Health, Education, Sexuality, Culture Community
You can attend any of the dates below
 
March 20
Time: 10am sharp - 3pm
Participants will receive: Metro cards, A $20 gift card and
We will serve delicious Dominican food and refreshments.

Program will take place at:
Alianza La Plaza Beacon School (IS 143)
515 w 182nd St. (Between Amsterdam & Audubon)
New York, NY 10033

Directions:
A/1 Train to 181st
Bus: BX3, 11,13,35,36,M3, M101.

For more Information please feel free to contact the names below. & Please CONFIRM this Friday for food purpose and space is limit!
 
Cisco at 1(917) 284-5559,
Flazala@galde.org
Charly at 1(347) 259-1166,
Charlyjdominguez@hotmail.com
Mike at 1(646) 361-7896
Mike3nyc@gmail.com
 
Sponsored by Queens College & The Ford foundation.
A Conversation with Queer
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WHAT: A Conversation with Queer Women in Public Service

WHEN: Thursday, March 25, 2010 ~ 7-9pm

WHERE: New York University / University Lecture Hall, Room 101

19 West 4th Street, New York, NY 10012

Open Press: / CONTACT: Julian Cyr, LGBTQ Alumni Council Co-Chair, at julian.cyr@gmail.com or (508) 360-6694 with further questions

 Sexism in the LGBT Community
 
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March 24th From 8:00pm till 9:30pm at the LGBT Community Center (13th Street bet 7th & 8th Ave) for a Panel Discussion by the Stonewall Democratic Club of New York City entitled "Addressing Sexism in the LGBT Community; Envisioning Strategies for an Inclusive Movement"
 
 
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We hope you join a winning team as ours, not only because we want to help your business grow but we really care about you as a bussiness owner.
 
Sincerely,

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RevCarmen Hernandez
NYC LGBT Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
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NYC LGBT Chamber of Commerce Partners with Constant Contact® to Help You Grow Your Business with Email Marketing.

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If you already have a Constant Contact account and would like your discount, please send an email to
businesspartner@constantcontact.com with your user name telling them you are a member of the NYC LGBT Chamber of Commerce.