Cleveland (Sept. 27, 2018) – The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District’s employee-led Latino Professionals Employee Resource Group will host “Latino Connections” on Oct. 9, 2018, at 3:30 p.m. This event, held at the Sewer District’s administrative offices at 3900 Euclid Ave. in Cleveland, will include networking opportunities and a panel discussion.
Hear from local professionals as Myra Rosario leads a panel discussion about heritage and how culture affects them and their lives at home and at work.
Guest panelists include:
- Joshua Miranda, Building Maintenance Project Coordinator, NEORSD
- Alysha Ellis, Co-Founder, Freshly Rooted
- Cesar Sepulveda, Subcontractor Relationship Advocate, AMHigley
“This event serves as a way to strengthen our connection with the Latino community we serve,” said Francisco Rivera, Chairperson of the Latino ERG. “Not only can Latino businesses learn how do business with the District, the District and other attendees can learn more about issues that matter most to the Latino community.”
The event is free but pre-registration is required at https://www.neorsd.org/event-registration/
Mid-September through mid-October commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month. The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District believes in and values diversity and inclusion. A diverse workforce reflects the communities we serve consisting of different races, ethnic backgrounds, gender, skills, talents, interests and world views. An inclusive workplace is one where creativity, innovation and productivity abound due to the diversity of ideas, perspectives and methods that are considered in making business decisions. Our Diversity and Inclusion Initiative ensures that the District will attract, retain and fully utilize our employees allowing them to reach their full potential to benefit the organization.
“It is exciting to see how our Latino ERG has progressed! This event provides a wonderful collaboration and community outreach opportunity for employees to interact with Latino-owned businesses, said Gina Velez, a Sewer District employee and one of the original founders of the Latino ERG. “It also affords an opportunity to showcase the strengths, benefits, and challenges of working with our Latino population.”
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