Latino Talent
by Dr. Robert Rodriguez
Consulting and Speaking Services
Dr. Rodriguez is committed to making a positive difference with those organizations that approach him for advice. That is why after all of his sessions, he offers company executives and business leaders the chance to meet with him for an informal dialogue where they can pose questions and discuss their challenges regarding their Latino talent management initiatives. Dr. Rodriguez thus serves as the catalyst for discovering new solutions for tapping into the Latino talent pool and consumer market. Robert's sessions are always engaging, high-energy and focused on practical solutions. Dr. Rodriguez is available to meet with the following audiences:
Dozens of organizations have sought the help of Dr. Rodriguez regarding their Latino talent management initiatives which includes the following sample list of client companies:
Corporate Executives
These sessions are crafted to educate senior leaders that in order to capitalize on the growing Latino consumer purchasing power, they need to elevate the sense of priority of their Latino talent management initiatives. By connecting Latino diversity initiatives to business strategy, Dr. Rodriguez helps executives develop effective Latino talent strategies.
Recruiting Groups
Most sessions provide an overview of how Latino cultural elements impact recruiting practices, teaches recruiters how certain terms and use of language influence recruiting effectiveness, highlight best practices of what other leading employers are doing to win the war for Latino talent, how to select the right Latino recruiting events, and highlights common mistakes made by recruiters and HR professionals when trying to attract and hire Latino professionals.
Latino Employee Networks
Dr. Rodriguez works with organizations to establish Latino employee networks and also serves as a resource for existing Latino employee networks. He teaches Latino employee networks how to enhance their impact on the organization and how to maximize the value the network provides to Latino employees. He often leads sessions focused on helping Latino employees better navigate corporate America and how to enhance their career brand.
All Employee Group Sessions
Sessions open to a broad employee audience increase the level of understanding and appreciation of the Latino culture, provides insight into Latino ethnicity and help others appreciate the growing Latino purchasing power. Such sessions are often presented in a “Lunch & Learn” format or as part of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 - October 15) events.
Diversity Groups
Dr. Rodriguez frequently works with diversity professionals to enhance the effectiveness of their Latino employee initiatives and how to connect with the Latino community.
Learning Professionals
By partnering with a firm's learning and development department, Dr. Rodriguez helps firms develop leadership development programs that address management and leadership issues from a Latino point of view often resulting in leadership development programs designed specifically for Latino employees. Also available are sessions designed for supervisors of Latino employees to enhance their leadership effectiveness.
Associations and Conference Sessions
Many professional associations and conference organizers are looking to bring in speakers who can address important topics for their members and event participants. Due to the growing Latino demographic, their increasing purchasing power, and a workforce that will have an increasing Latino identity, a session on Latino Talent will certainly be a draw.
Contact Dr. Robert Rodriguez directly at Rrodriguez2@kaplan.edu or at 773-935-2645 to discuss speaking availability.
