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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCRB ResumesCity of Miami INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM TO: Priscilla Thompson City Clerk From: Ada Rojas t) Office of the Mayor Date: December 8, 2009 Subject: Community Relations Board Nominee Enclosures: Resumes Attached please find a list with the names of the candidates recommended to Chairman Marc Sarnoff and Vice -Chair Frank Carollo, to fill vacant positions on the Community Relations Board, which is being submitted on behalf of the Nominating Committee. Also enclosed are copies of each potential candidate's restune. Should you need further information please feel free to get in contact with me, co r if e CITY OF MIAMI — CRB NOMINATING COMMITTEE (12-17-09) RECOMMENDATION TO THE COMMISSIONER 4699 lop ' Commissioner Present Appointment Option 1 Option 2 Option 31r. Wi'. 10 Marc Sarnoffk, District 2 Mary Coombs Marjorie Weber Jaime Franco . 0 Latasha W. Johnson Commissioner Frank Carollo District 3 Teresa Zorrilla-Claris Jose Rodriguez Scott Philip Paolella Gabriel Paez Marlene Sanchez Marlene Sanchez Henry Langston Roger Simon Marjorie Weber 555 NE 34th Street Suite 2301, Miami, Florida 33137 Telephone 305 573-9294 Cellular 305 213-5409 mew O- marlorieweber.com Objective Address the current need for consumer financial literacy in our community by applying 30 years of professional experience in the real estate and mortgage industries as a trainer and mentor of professionals. Profile Provides senior management and brokerage services for commercial real estate and mortgage brokerage companies; increasing both the client base and the institutional investors resources. Talent for creating customer loyality and increasing profitability. Acknowledged as industry leader. Recognized in both proprietary and not for profit organizations for integrity and reliability. Ability to apply appropriate knowledge to specific challenges. Serves on the Board of Directors of many not- for-profit agencies: creating effective partnerships with other agencies. Skills and Expertise • Recruitment and ♦ Packager of loan/ training of personnel sales ♦ Sales management, presentations ♦ Author of industry ♦ Grant writer newsletters ♦ Computer skills - Presenter of training Excel, QuickBooks workshop ♦ Conversational Spanish Employment History 2000 to date - Florida Fidelity Group Inc. President, Miami, FL ♦ PR/marketing expertise ♦ Lease negotiator ♦ Budget preparation and oversight ♦ Familiarity with current loan programs ♦ Team builder Licensed mortgage/real estate brokerage company serving as agent for developers and income property owners Manages sales staff of licensees. Commissions of $500,000+ per annum ■ Arranges institutional financing for clients ■ Packages loans to meet conventional institutional underwriting criteria and SBA guarantees ■ Negotiates leases for commercial tenants ■ Provides brokerage services for residential and commercial sales transactions ■ Acts as a advisor to homeowners seeking to modify existing home loans 1978-2000 - Florida Fidelity Financial Inc. Executive Vice President, Miami, FL Founded a commercial mortgage and real estate company. Expanded to three Florida offices. Sold the company to Poughkeepsie Savings Bank, a NYSE company. ■ Served as CEO . Hired and trained professional staff( 3 offices 13 person sales staff) Expanded funding resources nationwide Arranged $300+ million annually in loans and $100+ million in sales and joint ventures Served on the Board of Directors of Poughkeepsie Saving Bank and Consolidated Bank 1964 to 1978 -Sonnenblick-Goldman Corp. Administrative Vice President, New York, NY Entered family-owned business as a secretary. Became an integral member of the management team that expanded the company into the nation's largest commercial mortgage and real estate company with 14 offices nationwide.Particpated in the formation and management of two REITS (NAMI and MGI) ■ Responsibility for staffing, training and managing sales staff (99 salesmen nationwide) ■ Approved and supervised preparation of marketing proposals ■ Negotiated leases, supervised space design, hired and trained staff for office expansion Marjorie Weber Resume -Page 2 Planned and executed corporate marketing programs Underwrote loans for REITs managed by parent company Authored company newsletters Professional Qualifications • Florida Licensed Real Estate and Mortgage Broker since 1978 • NYU Graduate courses in Accounting and Real Estate Principals ■ American Institute of Appraiser — Completed MAI course requirements ■ NASD Series 7 Licensee Education B.A. (cum laude) —Wheaton College, Norton, MA Harvard Graduate School of Education — Elementary School Teaching Certificate Current Community Service Responsibilities SCORE, Chapter 29, Miami Dade, Vice Chair- 10 years Provides counseling and technical assistance to entrepreneurs seeking SBA loan guarantees. Recruits and train all new counselors. Miami Beach Botanical Garden, Treasurer - 6 years Long range financial planning, budget oversight, and the establishment of a reserve requirement has repositioned this 501C3. The City executed a long term operating lease and provided $1.1 million in bond funds to improve the garden. Community Relations Board, City of Miami, Appointed by a City Commissioner- 3 years Provides outreach to citizens to address social and economic concerns. Sent to Washington DC to meet with Congressional Repreresentatives on immigration issues. Developed a loan modification outreach program in Dade County through the City of Miami's NET offices. Haitian American Emergency Relief Committee -Founding Member Drafted by-laws and operating policies for 5010 filing. This recently organized NGO works in concert with othe agencies to address the economic disasters, both immediate and long term, in Haiti. Federal Home Loan Bank Board of Atlanta Task Force- 1 year Serves as a representative of the City of Miami. This tri -county task force is comprised of lenders, NGOs and community activists who have access to homeowners in need of mortgage assistance. The FHLBB provides information on the resources and the programs available to homeowners and also facilitates training programs for loan loss mitigation and loan arbitration. Jaime M. Franco 2101 Brickell Ave, Unit 611 • Miami, FL 33129 954-683-2384 • jaime_m_franco@yahoo.com PROFILE An energetic and hands-on professional with a diverse background in academic and non-academic environments. Hold the capacity to measure performance and improve the quality of services in large public and private, rural, suburban, and urban organizations. Proven track record of developing and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external customers. A bi-lingual (English and Spanish) collaborative team builder with exceptional communication skills who can interact effectively at all management levels. Possess multitasking and critical thinking skills needed to analyze and resolve a broad range of financial, educational, cultural, political, and economic issues. Strong background in assessment and evaluation of educational programs for formative and summative purposes. EDUCATION Ph.D., Loyola University Chicago, IL 2009 M.P.H., Benedictine University, IL 1997 M.B.A., Benedictine University, IL 1996 B.S., Loyola University Chicago, IL 1994. ACCOMPLISHMENTS ■ Successfully researched, developed, and facilitated onboarding, sales, and product/solutions selling training programs to approximately 50 Mexico -based sales professionals to support the first ever domestic service offering in the transportation and logistics industry not achieved through an acquisition or merger called, "FedEx Express® Servicio Nacional." Training resulted in sales force exceeding divisional revenue and transportation goals. Four months after launch of FedEx Express® Servicio Nacional, facilitated focus groups in Mexico and produced a report presented to the President of the LAC Division which addressed critical business areas requiring improvements and identified untapped opportunities for market share penetration leading to increased revenue growth. ■ Created curricula for all Company contact centers that included soft skills, sales techniques, systems training (AS/400, GUI, and Siebel), and brand and product immersion. The curricula were migrated to an on-line learning management system improving contact center performance. This allowed for synchronous and asynchronous learning. Eliminated 40 hours of instruction from an eight-week training course by streamlining content and creating a structured curriculum. ■ Devised strategic corporate -wide interventions which were characterized by the senior leadership team as innovative, strategic value -adds, and high -impact and low-cost. Developed a training program to assist with the implementation of the balanced scorecard that focused on key metrics including sales, quality assurance, and customer experience. Project manager for key company -wide initiatives such as a learning management, talent management, succession management, and performance management systems. ■ Served as Vice President of Education for the South Florida Chapter of the National Society of- Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBAs). Presented at NSHMBAs Board of Directors' National Conference on strategies for recruiting and retaining Association members. Chaired a committee of 15 members. ■ Serving as board member of Care Resource, one of Florida's largest non -for-profit health service providers, March of Dimes, Miami -Dade Chapter, Autism Speaks, Miami -Dade Chapter, and United Way Miami -Dade. Jaime Franco, page 2 of 3 EXPERIENCE FedEx, Miami, FL 2006 — Present Sales Training Advisor Manage the Latin America and Caribbean Sales Learning and Development area. Responsible for managing a sales force of 450 sales professionals located throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. Provide product and sales training at both basic and advanced levels at headquarter divisional offices and in the field to sales professionals. Work with sales professionals to evaluate and identify improvement opportunities and provide immediate and direct feedback to grow accounts and revenue. Assist Vice President of Sales by participating in the candidate selection process. Maintain communication with Memphis -based sales development and education management team to maintain a broad perspective of global markets and adapt innovative initiatives. Work with sales planning and marketing to data mine and produce reports to improve low performing territories and determine region and territory potential. Develop and facilitate sales curricula to sales professionals which includes ethics, sales process, value selling, solutions selling, supply chain management, finance, marketing to name a few. Communicate and coordinate with the marketing department usage issues relating to CRM and performance assessment tools. Develop face-to-face and online sales training programs in English and Spanish. Conduct emotional intelligence and 360 feedback, sessions with the entire LAC Division management team as part of performance management, leadership development, career and succession programs to ensure high performance teams. Developed LAC sales force compensation plan to attract and retain employees who have a strong acumen to grow the business. Senior Finance Analyst Trainer Manage the Latin America and Caribbean Finance Training and Development area. Develop and facilitate finance training programs for the Division's internal customers. Confer with the senior leadership team knowledge gaps; assess front line employees' competencies to gain knowledge of work situations requiring training; and address knowledge gaps in policies, procedures, regulations, business initiatives, and technologies by creating engaging training programs. Formulate and choose pedagogical methods appropriate for each audience. Conduct blended training (80% e -learning) sessions covering technical areas. Measure and evaluate effectiveness of training programs and confirm return on investment. Make suggestions to the senior leadership team on improving work procedures and revenue streams. Develop strong relationships with all FedEx OpCos. and departments to develop training materials that are engaging and unique. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the training department's policies and procedures. Principal author of both the International Country Manager online training program and Global Cash Control System online training program created for LAC. Rolled out a 15 module GCCS online training program to 79 end- users dispersed throughout the LAC Division and achieved a 99% completion rate in less than 4 months saving FedEx thousands of dollars in travel expenses. Translated online training program from English to Spanish saving FedEx thousands of dollars in translation. costs. Broadspire Services, Inc., Plantation, FL 2005— 2006 Senior Organization Development and Business Process Engineer Managed company -wide organizational development (OD) and business process engineering strategies and processes. Assessed OD needs of operating business and functional units. Led the design, development, and implementation of programs, policies, and strategies tailored to meet mission critical gaps. Designed and executed key strategic programmatic elements of the OD process. Evaluated strategies and programs to measure the achievement of established goals. Facilitated and coached supervisors, managers, and directors regarding OD methods and tools. Facilitated and coached supervisors, managers, and directors regarding performance management (annual review). Managed the individual and developmental planning process for executives and emerging leaders. Managed the creation and delivery of a leadership development program called the Pinnacle Series. Prepared budgetary recommendations that met the Human Capital Department's goals and effectively managed budget and resources. Managed the implementation of first ever on-line succession management program. Managed the implementation of the recruitment and selection program based on a thorough competency model. Selected and managed the delivery of a company -wide learning management system (3500 end-users). Jaime Franco, page 3 of 3 EXPERIENCE Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd., Miami, FL 2004-2005 Learning Specialist Chair of the Brand Awareness and Appreciation and GOLD Anchor Standard Committees. Identified fundamental factors underlying company -wide issues and analyzed, designed, developed, executed strategy to achieve desired levels of competency for various business units. Managed employees' daily performance in the Training, Development, and Quality Assurance Department, a contact center environment: Coached and mentored employees to develop the required competence to meet performance objectives. Miami Dade College, School of Allied Health Technologies, Miami, FL 2003-2004 Faculty Coached and supervised seven adjunct faculty. Developed and evaluated curricula and instructed an average of 44 students (including business professionals) per semester in theory and practice in diverse disciplines. Provided academic and career advisement to students and served on. several campus -wide committees. Played a key role in the Department's 2004 accreditation process. Loyola University of Chicago, Chicago, IL 2000 - Present Doctoral Student All coursework completed (ABD status). Dissertation titled, "An exploratory study: The curricular integration of ethics in executive MBA programs." Oral defense programmed for summer 2009. College of Lake County, Biology and Health Science Division, Lake County, IL 2000-2001 Faculty Coached and supervised five adjunct faculty. Developed and evaluated curricula and instructed students in health sciences. Provided academic and career advisement to students of diverse backgrounds. Academic adviser to international student organizations on campus. Major contributor to the implementation of a new educational program that was awarded full accreditation. American Dental Hygienists' Association, Chicago, IL 1999-2000 Manager of Education Chaired Association's councils and represented the Association at national conferences. Developed and evaluated curricula for program administrators across the U.S. Monitored national trends in education and impact on colleges and universities. Liaison between the Association and the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics providing key information about the profession. Applied sound research in the design and implementation of educational programs. Illinois Department of Public Health, Chicago, IL 1997-1999 Program Administrator Responsible for awarding grants to local health departments and not -for -profits. Maintained financial records and quarterly reports of grantees. Facilitated workshops and seminars to local health administrators on several government projects such as the Illinois Project for Local Assessment of Needs (IPLAN). Advised community- based health care organizations on public health program design, resource utilization, and program compliance. Conducted random site visits to verify compliance with grants and reported findings to State officials. Colleges and Universities, Chicago, IL 1995-1997 Loyola Medical Center, Harper Community College, University of Illinois at Chicago, Kennedy King College Adjunct Faculty Developed curricula applicable to diverse educational environments and lectured on topics including introduction to business concepts, motivational techniques, behavior modification paradigms, community assessment, prevention and management of disease with special emphasis on HIV/AIDS and cardiovascular diseases. Transformed curricula making it learner -centered as evidenced by positive outcomes such as positive student course evaluations and higher grades. Pedagogical methods included the use of Blackboard and the World Wide Web producing interactive and engaging lectures. JAIME FRANCO's BIOGRAPHY Jaime Franco is a native Chicagoan. Jaime completed his undergraduate work at Loyola University Chicago and his graduate work at Benedictine University in Lisle, Illinois. He received an MBA and an MPH. In 2001, Jaime returned to Loyola University Chicago and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Higher Education. The title of his dissertation is, "An exploratory study: The curricular integration of ethics in executive MBA programs." He has a vast amount of experience in higher education and non -for-profit organizations. He taught at several colleges and universities in Chicago including University of Illinois at Chicago, City Colleges of Chicago, Harper Community College, and Lake County Community College. Jaime also worked for Heartland Human Care Services (formerly TIA/Chicago Connections), Illinois Department of Public Health, and the Elgin Mental Health Center focusing on delivering quality services to persons living with HIV/AIDS. Jaime relocated to Miami in 2003 where he was employed at Miami Dade College as a full-time faculty member and subsequently accepted a position at Royal Caribbean Cruises Limited in the area of Training, Development, and Quality Assurance. Currently Jaime is employed at FedEx Express Latin America & Caribbean Division, and is heading the Sales Learning and Development area within the Department of Human Resources. 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Bombing, New Alemdoo Tech WMD Radikolu&culffiucleaff, Wspouder,'Hameland Security Awards and Recognitions ('ma ani Award Exceptional Employee Award Mayor Certfficate of Allred ation, 2002 Numerous Comme-adations NAME Jose Javier Rodriguez CANDIDATE FOR NOMINATION TO SERVE ON THE CITY OF MIAMI COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD Mission The mission of the Community Relations Board is to: • Work proactively to identify and relieve intergroup conflicts before crises arise; • Identify and contain, as quickly as possible, community tensions; • Develop bridges of understanding and support programs in the community; • Foster understanding, communication, and mutual respect; • Develop and support local or city based Community Relations Boards throughout the county • Assure that resources are in place to respond to community crisis. The City of Miami Community Relations Board was created by an ordinance of the City Commission and it recruits representatives of the various social, racial, religious, linguistic, cultural, economic, and geographic groups comprising the population of this City and include leaders of government, business, religious and educational institutions, civic organizations and other appropriate community leaders." QUALIFICATIONS OF THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY OF MIAMI COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD Each member appointed shall be a resident of the City of Miami with an outstanding reputation for community pride, interest, integrity, responsibility, business or professional ability and who has demonstrated a commitment to intergroup relations. Members shall have demonstrated skills in diplomacy and the ability to: • Foster mutual understanding, tolerance, and respect among all economic, social, religious and ethnic groups in the City • Act as conciliator in controversies involving community relations • Cooperate with federal, State and City agencies in developing harmonious community relations • Cooperate in the development of educational programs dedicated to the improvement of community relations • Enlist the support of civic, religious, veterans, labor, industrial, commercial and other community groups and private agencies • Engage in the inculcation of ideals of tolerance, mutual respect and understanding. Name: _ Rodriguez Last Candidate for Nomination to the City of Miami Community Relations Board Biographical Profile Jose First Javier Middle Employer: _Florida Legal Services, Inc. (also Florida Int'l Univ. College of Law) Title/Occupation: _FLS: attorney (FIU: adjunct clinical professor of law Business Type: _non-profit law firm, Business Address: Business Telephone: 3000 Biscayne Blvd., Suite #102, Miami, FL 33137 (305) 573-0092 x203 Home Address: 1683 S.W. 17th Street, Miami, FL 33145 Home Telephone: _none, cell is (786) 245-1992 E-mail Address: jose@post.harvard.edu Length of Residence in the City of Miami: _2 %2 years PLEASE CHECK APPROPRIA TE INFORMATION LISTED BELOW (Optional) (X) Hispanic List all affiliations with civic and community based organizations and positions held: I am currently on the board of Centro de Orientaci6n del Inmigrante in Little Havana, and until recently I was on the board of the Miami Writers' Association. I also anticipate being active in the neighborhood civic association in my area, the Shenandoah Neighborhood Homeowners Association. As an attorney who works closely with community-based organizations, I have close working relationships with the Mobile Homes Council (across Miami -Dade County), Vecinos Unidos (Little Havana), WeCount (Homestead), and the Florida Immigrant Coalition (local members of statewide network). Community Interests: In addition to my work with community groups, I am interested in the arts, particularly poetry and the spoken word. I also practice Buddhism and, with roots in Christianity, I have recently begun exploring the connections between the two. Inspired by my mother's involvement in fostering interfaith dialogue between Christians and Muslims, I have begun to explore a possible role for myself in interfaith dialogue. Additional Information: Interestingly, I recently have had to acknowledge dual roles in my professional and personal life. As one who works with many tenants' rights groups I have participated in drafting a model lease that is friendly to renters and maximally protects their rights. However, now that I own property I have also recently become a landlord. Being a landlord and sharing with colleagues and friends who own property and 'have tenants, I have had to confront the challenges and worries of being on the other side of the model lease that I myself have helped to craft. Being a "high -road" landlord has not been easy, and though it has not tempered my advocacy of tenants' rights it has helped me to understand more fully the challenges that landlords also face. Persons acquainted with Candidate's Activities/Experience: Name Telephone Number Joanne Harvest Koren Immediate Past Chair, Miami -Dade County Community Relations Board (305)284-228t Sophie Brion Women's Advocacy Project Director Women's Fund of Miami -Dade (305) 441-0506 I would be happy to provide as many other references as needed upon request. QUESTIONNAIRE FOR CANDIDATES FOR NORMINATION TO SERVE ON THE CITY OF MIAMI COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD CANDIDATE'S NAME Jose Javier Rodriguez 1. Why would you like to serve on the Community Relations Board? My interest in serving on the CRB is a natural outgrowth of my commitment to community. Serving my city in this capacity would give me a chance to leverage my relationships in the community and apply my skills more directly to the task of helping us all to find common ground and hopefully, greater community. I also stand to learn and gain from such an appointment. As I have told the Board, on the occasions I have been able to attend their meetings, I have been impressed with the spirit of openness with which the work is approached as well as the CRB's emphasis on proactive solutions which I think is a model for other institutions I work in. 2. Can you dedicate at least 10 hours per month to serving on the Community Relations Board? As someone who manages many professional and personal commitments in the community, I am vigilant about committing only to that to which I can give my full attention. I am `freeing up' some of my other commitments so that by August 2009 I would absolutely have 10 hours or more per month to dedicate to the work of the CRB. 3. What special skills would you bring to the Community Relations Board? I would bring a variety skills to the CRB. However I think that a person's outlook and approach to opportunities and problems is often just as important, or more, than the particular skills upon which they can draw. If I served on the CRB I would strive, as I often challenge myself to do, to approach the needs of others with a combination of patience, humility and firmness. I find that many apparently intractable situations can be surmounted by trully listening to a person's or a group's true concerns and fears which are often obscured by what shows on the surface. Where tensions run deeper„ particularly those steeped in personal or group history, I am not afraid to challenge people to make sacrifices and hard choices in favor of long-term relationships over short-term gains. 4. What is your understanding of the role of the Community Relations Board in the City of Miami? Again, what inspires me most about the present work of the CRB and the possibilities it offers is the proactive spirit of the institution. It is true that the institution exists as a space for grievances to be brought, and to foster listening and understanding so that long-term solutions can be found. For example in many situations involving violence or disputes over property, involving law enforcement as our community's first (or only) response is never preferable. Without the CRB there would often be no other response. However, the CRB's mission is much greater than simply a space to air tensions. It proactively builds relationships between groups and individuals that would normally not reach out to one another, and does so particularly at times where there is no identifiable conflict. Such proactive work creates relationships that reduce the possibility for conflict in the first place and create mechanisms for dealing with those inevitable tensions that will arise. 5. Do you feel that positive inter -group relations can be achieved in the City of Miami? I believe that, for the most part, constructive inter -group relations are the norm and not the exception in our city. Though our city is much divided, geographically, linguistically, culturally and socio- economically, it is more often than not that we are brought together by faith, common concerns about neighborhoods and children, or work. Such optimism is not naive. It is a faith in the general goodness of people that allows us, in a world of limited resources where conflict is inevitable, to proactively strive to build bridges and relationships that help eliminate the ugly side of identity politics, racism and even violence. Please attach a copy of your resume after you have completed the form. Jose Javier Rodriguez jose@post.harvard.edu Florida Legal Services, Inc. 1683 S.W. 17th Street Miami Advocacy Office Miami, FL 33145 3000 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 102 Miami, FL 33137 EDUCATION HARVARD LAW SCHOOL, J.D. 2006, cum laude Experience:Harvard Legal Aid Bureau (HLAB), Cambridge, MA, student attorney, 2004-2006 Teaching Fellow for Prof. Lani Guinier, Harvard Law School Course entitled "Responsibilities of Public Lawyers," 2004-05 Centro Presente - worker center, Cambridge, MA, volunteer, 2005-06 Journals: Harvard Latino Law Review, Submissions Editor 2004-05, Advisor to Board 2005-06 Harvard Civil Rights—Civil Liberties Law Review, Editor 2004-05 Publication: "(Re `the Mariel Cubans Case') Fragile Protection for Inadmissible Immigrants from Indefinite Detention," 40 Harvard Civil Rights—Civil Liberties Law Review 505 (Summer 2005) BROWN UNIVERSITY, B. A. in International Relations (Political Economy/Economic Development), 2000 Honors: magna cum laude PEKING UNIVERSITY, Beijing, People's Republic of China Fall & Winter 1998/99 Initiated Brown University's exchange program as inaugural student, studying Mandarin Chinese, EMPLOYMENT FLORIDA LEGAL SERVICES INC. — MIAMI ADVOCACY OFFICE, Miami, FL Attorney at Law and co-founder of Community Justice Project 2006 —present Co-founder of poverty law project partnering closely with community-based organizations in Greater Miami, from Liberty City to Overtown to Little Havana to Allapattah to Homestead; Represent individuals & groups of low-income workers, tenants, and victims of civil rights violations; and Counsel grassroots community organization on a variety of organizational, policy and legislative matters. FLA. INT'L UNIV. COLLEGE OF LAW — CARLOS A. COSTA IMMIGRATION & HUMAN RIGHTS CLINIC, Miami, FL Adjunct Clinical Professor of Law 2008 —present Co -teach seminar on human rights advocacy and supervise law students on local wage and hour cases as well as on international human rights projects (i.e. related to Mexico, Haiti, Colombia, etc.). MINISTRY OF LABOR, GOVERNMENT OF SENEGAL, Dakar, Senegal, 2002-2003 As consultant to Director of Employment Section on appointment by Peace Crrps, developed business education program directed at small business. Served as liaison between Employment Section and partner organizations. PEACE CORPS / SENEGAL, Bakel, Senegal, 2000-2002 Trained small business owners & associations in business skills such as accounting and marketing. Worked with community associations to enhance information technology capacity. Taught business classes and seminars. J Rodriguez (July 2009) 1 PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Boards: Centro de Orientaci6n del Inmigrante, Miami, FL, Board Chair, 2009 — present Miami Writers' Association, Miami, FL, Board Member, 2007-09 Conferences: Presenter, Homeowner Associations and Community Organizing in Mobile Home Parks, Statewide Housing Training, March 2009, Tampa, FL Presenter, Low Wage Worker Rights, Statewide Meeting of IOTA Grantees, October 2008, Tampa, FL Panelist, Examining the Client and the Cause, American University College of Law International Human Rights Law Clinic, Washington, DC, April 9, 2008 Panelist, New Models of Employment Practice, Skadden Fellowship Symposium New York, NY, April 4, 2008 Panelist, National Hearing on Law Enforcement in the [Post -Katrina] Reconstruction, New Orleans, LA, Oct. 27, 2007 Panelist, Wage Theft Workshop, Florida Immigrant Congress & Legal Training, Orlando, FL, Sept. 21, 2007 Panelist, Highlighting Our Commitment to Community, Harvard Law School Latino Law and Policy Conference, Cambridge, MA, April 19, 2007 Panelist, Workplace Justice, Florida Immigrant Congress & Legal Training, Tampa, FL, Sept. 29, 2006 LANGUAGE SKILLS Spanish: French: Haitian Creole: Mandarin Chinese: Soninke (W. Africa): Wolof(W. Africa): OTHER INTERESTS native fluent proficient formerly proficient formerly proficient formerly proficient Christian contemplative and Buddhist meditation, martial arts, poetry. J Rodr(guez (July 2oo9) 2 Scott Philip P oleUa 3545 C(Ystal Court, Coconut Grove, Fl 33133 (C): 305.978.7256. ( ): scopaole@gmail.com Exnerience Propeller, Design, Advertising & Branding, Miami, Florida (2004-2005) Director of New Business Development & Strategic Marketing: Director of Operations: ® Acted as chief managing assistant to CEO. ® Provided strategic consult .and services to client companies, concerning their products, market placement and brand(s). b Utilized initiative-based new business techniques to acquire new client companies. ® Cultivated relationships and strategic partnerships with companies and business organizations in local and surrounding communities. a Implemented strategic and creative brief templates for application to all client-based services. Re-structured employees into 'company teams,' as a means of facilitating efficient and consistent client service.. Built reports and mapped analysis of industries and markets relevant to client businesses. Managed 'Quickbooks' accounting and financial software system including: employee and team time sheets, job assignments, vendor relationships & payables, cost analysis, company receivables, bank accounts and balance sheet. ® Clients included: Bacardi, Royal Caribbean Cruise tines, Miami Performing Arts Center, The Village of Bal Harbour, Kaufman, Rossin & Co., Bayview Financial Corp., Aurafin, Black & Decker and The Brickell Area Association. SAS Communications, Inc., Miami, Florida Director of Marketing & Communications, (2002-2004) Consultant, Operations & New Business Development: (2001-2002) Successfully launched and cultivated company specializing in creative marketing strategies, public relations and unique special events for boutique businesses based in Miami, Palm Beach, New York, San Francisco and Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Contracted with company founders to develop a proper business plan, conceive of product, service offerings and market placement. Followed up with potential clients and vendors, reviewing details and finalizing agreements, American Medical Response, Inc., New Haven, Connecticut (1995) (1999-2001) Deputy Director, Corporate !Affairs Representative, Corporate & Public !Affairs: Operated in conjunction with corporate principals to negotiate and facilitate the successful launch of the firm's (IPC) initial public offering. Coordinated corporate marketing campaign initiatives, meant to court cities and states into contractual agreements between city officials and the firm. Served as an intermediary contact between the corporation, and both the public and private sectors, Honorable Rudolph W. Giuliani, Mayor, City of New York Liaison, Office of the Mayor, Communications & Special Events Unit: New York, NY (1998) Deputy Dress Secretary, 1997 Re -Election Campaign, Press Office • Coordinated campaign media activities, themes and issues: ® Served as official mayoral liaison between public and private parties. m Designed monthly community news bulletin distributed at mayoral town hall meetings. • Wrote mayoral remarks assigned to city commissioners and representatives. Education University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida Master of Business Administration (MBA), International Marketing & Finance, (2002) Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York Bachelor of Arts (13A), Political Science, (1996) NAME SCOTT PHILIP PAOLELLA [AGE 34 - DOB: 1.28.731 CANDIDATE FOR NOMINATION TO SERVE ON THE CITY OF MIAMI COMMUNITY .RELATIONS BOARD Mission The mission of the Community Relations Board is to: • work proactively to identify and relieve intergroup conflicts before crises arise; • identify and contain, as quickly as possible, community tensions; • develop bridges of understanding and support programs in the community; • foster understanding, communication, and mutual respect; • develop and support local or city based Community Relations Boards throughout the county; and • assure that resources are in lace to respond to community crisis. The City of Miami Community Relations Board was created by an ordinance of the City Commission and it recruits representatives of the various social, racial, religious, linguistic, cultural, economic, and geographic groups comprising the population of this City and include leaders of goverment, business, religious and educational institutions, civic and organizations and other appropriate community leaders." QUALIFICATIONS OF THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY OF MIAMI COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD Each member appointed shall be a resident of the City of Miami with an outstanding reputation for community pride, interest, integrity, responsibility, business or professional ability and who has demonstrated a commitment to intergroup relations. Members shall have demonstrated skills in diplomacy and the ability to: • foster mutual understanding, tolerance, and respect among all economic, social, religious and ethnic groups in the City; • act as conciliator in controversies involving community relations; • cooperate with federal, State and City agencies in developing harmonious community relations; • cooperate in the development of educational programs dedicated to the improvement of community relations; and • enlist the support of, civic leaders; civic, religious, veterans, labor, industrial, commercial and other community groups and private agencies engage in the inculcation of ideals of tolerance, mutual respect and understanding. Candidate for Nomination to the City of Miami Community relations Board Biographical Profile PAOLELLA SCOTT PHILIP Name: Last First Middle Employer: T SELF EMPLOYED:: THE STH GROUP Title/Occupation: OPERATING MANAGER (PRESIDENT) Business Type: STRATEGIC MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS Business Address: 2982 MCFARLANE ROAD, SUITE #1 COCONUT GROVE, FL 33133 Business Telephone: 305.978.7256 — 305.458.5748 -- 305.675.5707 (F) Home Address: 3545 CRYSTAL COURT, COCONUT GROVE, FL 33133 Home Telephone: 305.858.1631_ Length of Residence in the City of Miami: 8 YRS. PLEASE CHECK APPROPRM TE INFORMATION LISTED BELOW (Optional) I X Male IX White Non -Hispanic Asian or Pacific Islander Female Black Non -Hispanic American Indian or Alaskan Native �� Hispanic List all affiliations with civic and community based organizations and positions held: VOLUNTEER: THE UNITED WAY (MIAMI, FL) --- VOLUNTEER CORRDINATOR: HABITAT FOR HUMANITY (NY, NY) Community Interests: SMALL BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENT & DEVELOPMENT r 'WORKING TO ACTIVELY ENCOURAGE & PROMOTE --COMMUNITY UNITY & PROGRESS. Additional Information: —'-SMALL BUSINESS ENDEAVOR(S), VIA PERSONAL COCONUT GROVE BASED COMPANY, - ACTIVE CONTRIBUTING MEMBER OF COCONUT GROVE BASED, ST. HUGH'S PARISH. Persons acquainted with Candidate's Activities/Experience: Name MS. GRACE YOUNG _COORDINATOR: U. WAY (MIAMI) Telenhone 786.253.2559 -MS. jULES HANAN SHAPIRO 305.968.1051 QUESTIONNAIRE FOR CANDIDATES FOR NORMINATION TO SERVE ON THE CITY OF MIAMI COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD CANDIDATE'S NAME 1. Why would you like to serve on the Community Relations Board? -1 ARRIVED IN THE CITY OF MIAMI IN THE YEAR 2000. AS A NEW RESIDENT AT -THE TIME, l FELT WELCOME & COMFORTABLE HERE. NOW, RESIDING HAPPILY .HERE FOR AN EIGHT YEAR PERIOD, TOGETHER W/ MY WIFE & CHILD I FEEL IT -IS APPROPRIATE THAT 1 TRY TO RETURN SOMETHING OF SIGNIFICANCE BACK .TO THE PEOPLE OF MY COMMUNITY. AS AN ACTIVELY CONTRIBUTING MEMBER OF MY COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD I BELIEVE THAT I WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO BE OF SERVICE TO THE BEAUTIFULLY COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY THAT HAS BECOME MY OWN. 2. Can you dedicate at least lu hours per month to serving on the Community Relations Board? —YES. IN MY CAPACITY AS A SELF --EMPLOYED, OWNER OF SMALL BUSINESS, I WILL BE ABLE & GLAD TO OFFER TO GIVE THE BOARD AT LEAST TEN (1.0) -T--HOURS OF TIME, OR MORE, ON A REACCURING, MONTHLY BASIS. 3. What special skills would you bring to the Community Relations Board? —AS A CONTRIBUTING RESIDENT OF THE CITY OF MIAMI, COMBINED W/ MY "`-`EXPERIENCE IN THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK, A CITY OF REMARKABLE CULTURAL DIVERSITY, AND WITH SPECIFIC RESPECT TO MY WORK IN INTERCOMMUNITY DYNAMICS, I BELIEVE THAT MY —PORTABLE PERSPECTIVES & 'PERSON TO PERSON` SKILLS, WILL SUCCEED 1N CREATING VALUE FOR THE BOARD WHILE BEING OF MULTIFACETED SERVICE TO THOSE THE BOARD SEEKS TO SERVE. QUESTIONNAIRE Page two (2) 4. What is your understanding of the role of the Community Relations Board in the Citv of Miami? 1T IS THE ROLE OF THIS BOARD TO IDENTIFY ISSUES OF REAL SIGNIFICANCE TO THOSE OF THE MANY CULTURALLY RICH —` "COMMUNITIES THAT COMPRISE THIS GREAT, AND GROWING CITY OF -- -MIAM I. THOSE OF THE BOARD PLEDGE TO PROACTIVELY WORK WITH --- .GENUINE DILIGENCE TOWARD THE CREATION OF AN OPEN, RESPECTFUL _DIALOGUE; A BRIDGE TOWARD THE ULTIMATE, SUCCESSFUL DEVELOPMENT OF MUTUALLY AMENABLE SOLUTIONS COUPLED WITH SIMULTANEOUS, TANGIBLE IMPROVEMENT. 5. Do you feel that positive inter -group relations can be achieved in the City of Miami? --YES, ABSOLUTELY. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PEOPLE OF ANY _CITIZENRY TO SEE TO CIVIL AND 'POSITIVE INTER -GROUP RELATIONS WITHIN THEIR COMMUNITIES. THE DIVERSE CULTURE THAT —FORTUNTELY IMBUES THE VERY NATURE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI --SHOULD SUCCEED IN ILLUMINATING THIS SHARED DUTY, AND ACT —AS A CATALYST TOWARD THE ESTABLISHMENT OF POSITIVE DIALOGUE AND ONGOING PROGRESS, AT A MUTUALLY ACCEPTABLE PACE. Please attach a copy of your resume after you have completed the form. SENT & CONFIRMED RECEIVED": (ROJAS//DIAZ) Gabriel J. Paez 650 NE 64" Street Unit G-609 Miami, Florida 33138 Phone 786-443-4733 Email: gjpl225@yahoo.com Summary A highly knowledgeable and dedicated Human Resources Professional with comprehensive human resources experience including benefits administration, employee retention, conflict resolution, labor and employee relations. Proven skills in employment law including complaint investigation to impede legal action. Demonstrates the ability to work in a fast -paced environment while collaborating with senior management to conduct Human Resources strategic planning in order to support and further corporate goals. Experience Gevity HR, Miami, FL 2006-2008 HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTANT Reported to Professional Service Manager; served the function of a Human Resources Business Partner to 90+ clients/1675+ employees. • Proficient user of ORACLE -Human Resources Information System • Subject matter expert in health, life, dental, vision, FSA, and disability insurance plan administration for the region. Ensures compliance with Sec 125, FSA, HSA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA & any other applicable city, county, state & federal benefit laws. • Initiated client review and supported introduction of new products, services or technologies- Oracle based. • Provided the primary client interface with annual benefits enrollment, client payroll and human resources in order to support and foster client retention and company profitability. Responsible for $1.3 million of client retention. • Planned, recommended and executed client renewal program changes while ensuring timely and correct pricing goals. • Evaluated client services needs and organized time and process resources to fulfill HR consulting, payroll and benefits contracts and commitments with existing, and new clients. • Assessed client relationship and resource requirements and recommended actions that ensure balance between client contract specifications and related fees and expenses. • Measured assigned client service reports and recommended changes and actions to ensure contract fulfillment and resolved client related issues and problems. • Executed client training and communication requirements regarding ongoing client relationship needs. • Partnered with Shared Services in order to ensure timely and quality delivery of services and products. Ryder System, Inc., Miami, FL 2005-2006 HUMAN RESOURCES REPRESENTATIVE Reported to Senior HR Manager; served as Human Resources Generalist to 700+ corporate employees • Managed employee investigations while recommending corrective actions to senior management. • Facilitated new hire orientation and ensured all new employees received proper and timely orientation. • Resolved employee concerns while providing guidance regarding FMLA/FLSA/ADEA/EEO related issues. • Assisted with the development, implementation and communication of HR policies, programs and procedures. • Administered HR processes, including annual performance evaluations, pay equity analysis and benefit enrollment. • Conducted exit interviews; gathered and maintained database for disseminating HR metrics such as turnover reports. • Contingency Planner for the Ryder Employee Disaster Fund; distributed $185k in grants while supporting Field staff. • Organized associate activity, programs, fairs (i.e., annual employee functions, corporate events, health and wellness fair etc). Gabriel J Paez 2 Hertz Rent-A-Car, Miami, FL 2002 to 2004 SENIOR STATION MANAGER -HR Reported to Employee Relations Manager and assisted in leading and directing the HR department also interpreted policies and procedures to management. • Maintained all personnel records and ensured compliance to federal and state laws. Completed the selection, performance appraisal and termination of employees. • Administered benefit programs and assisted with the researching and resolution of complex benefits situations. • Coordinated and attended job fairs, interviewed and made recommendations in the selection of employees to fill exempt and non-exempt positions and handled separation notices and exit interviews. • Hertz Labor Agreement Bargaining Team member with the Teamsters Union Local 390. Swissport, Miami, FL 1999 to 2002 PASSENGER SERVICE TRAINER Reported to Passenger Service General Manager and ensured compliance with all federal, state & local agencies. • Administered new hire orientation & training. • Task force member —Objective of this task force was to seek better efficiency in all aspects of the company. • Prescreened and interviewed candidates and made recommendations in the selection of employees to fill exempt and non-exempt positions and handled separation notices and exit interviews. Additional Experience American Airlines, New York, NY FLIGHT ATTENDANT Reported to Flight Service Manager. • Ensured all F.A.A. safety compliances where met. • Assigned to domestic and international routes Education • B.A. Human Resources Management St, Thomas University, Miami, FL 1994 Memberships and Community Service • Miami Beach Police -Citizen's Police Academy Executive Board Member • Member in good standing with the Society for Human Resource Management • Member in good standing with the Greater Miami Society for Human Resource Management 1992 to 1999 Computer Skills • Command of current software for standard business applications: Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint • SAP & ORACLE Languages • Bilingual English/Spanish nri�'h'1i.+aw"rcxYlYtxiW.K¢ NiXSrYfM'"1+�1 suw, g ary .FFAGGLEL "Y-.:1 0 H qi - Y, 0.€ tT taz sf: slJ a is i az i st itis. Dim -feted ,o : ao.-up, rr eat zd tt cf £a� ° utt a �w aaxd a t e t It ���� t trig s� lc t cin s , a ga3 "u.dd t3ap caxazaings��asixt �a �a�t� ��S�ttzn zzsaea aFierwtt i sg t: 1,11,87„lE TUNER, xe tcS F 4 rt �v[W1� �rxietst3ae �thiJ.e.YI, 1 arsr Lauguages 199, to. :1999 N-4-NER PAGE 04 Mm— Tho mis sion, ofvwc��:..owwaOU445" PM U)MY, bof-Ore,voi 0, rosions; rl RAY N, L � PAS e 13 i'kF,i,T GUEL..L. 'Tamer PAG 06 Pj,-SE CW A 71:0`�0a1627.C�B`t'lL FAQ' 07 PACE 08, 0ai� �n Bari Ira IN RAY dULLI. PAGE W` 4 W .'k y ur uu'd tundijog of YOOD r thio IAUOX ""tions B r 4MV: Meuse attach a copy of yu ar<resuin ottair you hRve compl ted the form. MARLENE CASAR SANC IEZ 833 SST 9 COURT MIAMI, FLORIDA 33130 August 18, 2006 Haydee Regueyra City of Miami Grove East Net Office Re: Community Relations Board Dear Haydee; I am very excited at submitting my letter and resume to be considered for the CR -B. I would be honored to be part of the changes that are taking part in our community and feel that as a resident of Miami I could be useful to the Board. I have always been very involved in Community and Neighborhood, and would love the to participate in the CRB. I can be reached via electronic mail at mar]enecs@belIsouth.net or my mobile phone number 786-246-6569. Sincerely, Alai -few Sanchez 833 5w 9 Court 365-854-1695 marlenecs@bellsoulb.net Objective I have been a resident of the City of Miami since 1964. 1 have seen the City grow and expand in ways no one would have envisioned. I would love to be part of this expansion and use the knowledge that I have learned in the last 7 years working in land development. Experience 1999-2006 The Carlisle Group Miami, FL Executive assistant to the Chief Executive dicer and Corporate Manager Handle the day-to-day business of the parent company and its - affiliates. Handle the Public Relations for parent company and its affiliates. Oversee the Interior and exterior design concept. Have implemented new corporate management matrix in order to facilitate company growth. 2000-2001 The Related Group of Florida Miami, FL Assistant Project Manager ■ 'Worked closely with Vice President of Development in several projects from inception until end of design process including budget and construction schedules. ® One Miami — Miami, FL ■ Miramar Town Center— Miramar, FL ® City of Coral Gables RFP for Parking Garage redevelopment to mixed use — Coral Gables, FL Education 1982-1986 Bauder Fashion College Interior Design Major Interests As an almost native Miamian (I was 2 years old when I was brought to Miami by my parents.) I have made it a priority to work towards the revitalization of Greater Miami, through the years as the area grew the City was able to control its growth, as trends in Urban America look back to the East and the waterfronts Miami is destined and we are already seeing this, to grow in leaps and bounds. We have an obligation to welcome this growth but at the same time we must make sure that we do not loose vision of what this great City has always offered. We must also keep in mind that we must protect these natural resources in order for them to keep giving back to us. I am a volunteer of the Elvira Dago Foundation for the betterment of children quality of life. NAME Mission The mission of the Community Relations Board is to: work proactively to identify and relieve intergroup conflicts before crises arise; identify and contain, as quickly as possible, community tensions; develop bridges of understanding and support programs in the community; a foster understanding, communication, and mutual respect; develop and support local or city based Community Relations Boards throughout the county; and * assure that resources are in place to respond to community crisis. The City of Miami Community Relations Board was created by an ordinance of the City Commission and it recruits representatives of the various social, racial, religious, linguistic, cultural, economic, and geographic groups comprising the population of this City and include leaders of government, business, religious and educational institutions, civic and organizations and other appropriate community leaders." (gL�LAFICATIQNS OF THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY OF ii-IAMI COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD Dach member appointed shall be a resident of the City of Miarni with an outstanding reputation for community pride, interest, integrity, responsibility, business or professional ability and who has demonstrated a commitment to intergroup relations'. A/lembers, shall have demonstrated skills in diplomacy and the ability to: foster mutual understanding, tolerance, and respect among all economic, social, religious and ethnic groups in the City; * act as conciliator in controversies involving community relations; ® cooperate with federal, State and City agencies in developing harmonious community relations; cooperate in the development of educational programs dedicated to the improvement of community relations; and enlist the support of, civic leaders; civic, religious, veterans, labor, industrial, commercial and other community groups and private agencies engage in the inculcation of ideals of tolerance, mutual respect and understanding. Candidate for Nomination to the City of Miami Community Relations Board Biographical Profile Name: Last First Middle Employer: (',-oilskl Title/Occupation: 091c-.. xj !011' j -I --S', f,,.Ct1,Dfl W t.1-11., -I- - " t"Me Business Type: i'll n-bodt., I lcwsht),,,? � e�,i�i,��114.-,De"'li��,'I�tq',-t,?,17--,ITI�.:�,'T-�;/i._").r; "F ol� -i k)l da Business ,./,%,ddress: ","9'50- "wenae, '2100: - Business Telephone: 5-1 0 7--J "Cl71,0- 91 1 Home Add ess: ',.-3 3) Home Telephone: 310`,-85,,`-. 1; 0,-.',5 Length of Residence in the City of Miami: 43) ,y,cans PLEASE CHECK APPROPRL4 TE INFORH4 TION LISTED BEL 0 W (Opfional) ( ) Mate ( X ) Female ( ),Asian or Pacific Islander ( ) American Indian or Alaskan Native 0 White Non-14ispanic ( ) Black Non -Hispanic ( X ) Hispanic Community Interests: R A V Y A A I S. t C I H LH KAU) k� [.1a, V V nun a A; C, 1), IS,� C, I V a.il I is 't)w.- a'-",-- H, I V 0 V., JOV .j Additional Information.- 0).", i b A z) dU. t N, 4 -,il liSjl, is i'k, r -AAS' !A.,, ,'.I "'I V1 1. `61- dv, W� 1 Li. ,_. 1 IT"2 A P iiC].-t- -.11"'l-lJor- of 101. SCr"VC "AT) I'l."I I C! a 19idividu�als 1 -isst,,es .01at rl IS [OVI, \,-U-utl Persons acquainted with Candidate's Activities/Experience: Name Telephone Lloyd J. Boggio 305-4768118 De.-mis Wheeler 305 7963494 Haydee Regueyra. 305-579-6018 ,kju QUESTIONNAIRE ANDID FOR C"ATES FOR .TATION TO SERVE ON THE CITY OF MIAMI COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD CANDIDATE'S NAME 1. Why would you like to serve on the Community Relations Board? 0, "'C'D u.,i)fl I'Ah"n" tj ULM rI c" Hi!Uiwd�,-�,Ii- veaBo,dalll_IMQc,leG 2. Ca--,,.:, y®u dedicate at least 10 hours per month t® serving ®n the Co'xn'munity Relations Board? 3. What special skills would you bring to the Community Relations Board? --,11 .: I 1.. 1' It' �-10/ 0� Ma"11-H ol f-. I-,aVe See,11 -j,4y TI -C MQ 494 1: As -residelit o-1 601- H 3, -1 lis -As rowd, A to M.1'aiyfl-i by -1cl 3i¢a',,,.T C5 to fl, (YD 1-I j- A A c,.Isfoms� .1 tip jitl a 1' 1 2`1 9 " , 'I i? -%3I -n s "In 81 (,0*fyW,('1U1J'V*y Olvj( "'i 011 LA ag ays Wei .�"l A, t J � ., 001', 1111.8 te I- S have OV Ck)if- ice"'s, -1,10,11gl(YUS 06"Iefs", c0i'c" S. Ifl 11) 1-4 fl- -1-1-li -1-io of 0" o�,. Cit I J "UESTIONNTAIRE Page two (2) 4. What is your understanding of the rule of the Community Relations Board in the City of Miami? MY uUnrynnow of the 1004 the 1011 A- ;-T 'Inkod mr n how wow= a. I'-c-oeaw, &,l" unnunaaj 1heNC nec"d t-dly! thsscnRy lf-or H -3e gander not atways is good lbr the Ejew VVe need to f0p OU neighbors W UnderStwid" Uhie \'ldl-y things to coineatbou.-t or Ihaw,, ur)).-ne abou'l". We to be able to see the bigger jActure sc� rb.;-,it �rve ca',. -n 5. Do you feel that positive inter -group relations 6n be achieved in the (City of Miami? R, Very st-norigly that POSKe h9er-jigroupi cart be. acideved in our City, I see it every day w-heii -1 looll". 'arfoun,"j, �a'l -i--ny so -n -IS are So diversilf-Jed. huni a weU to do son of a Braz-flia-ri businnsfll.aat goes to schco] wifla '�U to Soin ()IF a Haitian wonian and a ?''lel- lZi.0an ruan flh.,,5..a ,are trvinti-gr to bt--,taer t i r I i fe every day a 1-i'll.-Idle -t-rjortn 1 set: it I our youAll.-i has - ot bee. -ii ex-,�)osed k) I 6) ol, the SterwQf3es that Ave weye, 'novv llh-"��" a se -'e Color, "Ibey peopk I Ank ywejudice is vve allf -%";vfth� s-'o-tnc pc)int in -tY1ig*i'-1.i be, - 1. 11 "Ti "o"t fio! -.1 -.!ou -oo be ujif-ull", "too 'Oio qjui uwd. f - 'a' pos-i'l, n.", Awt qualifbad. ei �glh)", '11, a skim,", Iwo fat". i-ric it t)O-JIB do -v; to is) bistenii-ig a.nd 'a]"l lha'v," so.rnedwng to say, -%Ve ju-'-,'i inc.,ed to listen. We xy_ Please attach a copy ®f your resume after y®u have completed the form. NAME Henry 0. Langston Mission The mission of the Community Relations Board is to: ® work proactively to identify and relieve intergroup conflicts before crises arise; e identify and contain, as quickly as possible, community tensions; ® develop bridges of understanding and support programs in the community; ® foster understanding, communication, and mutual respect; ® develop and support local or city based Community relations Boards throughout the county; and e assure that resources are in lace to respond to community crisis. The City of Miami Community Relations Board was created by an ordinance of the City Commission and it recruits representatives of the various social, racial, religious, linguistic, cultural, economic, and geographic groups comprising the population of this City and include leaders of government, business, religious and educational institutions, civic and organizations and other appropriate community leaders." Dame: Langston Candidate for Nomination to the City of -A/Iiami Community relations Bard Biographical Profile Henry Oliver Last First Middle Employer: Gulliver Schools Dean of Faculty Title/Occupation: Director of University, ty orportae & Communi tv Affair. Business Type: Independent School Business Address: 1500 San Remo Ave — Suite 400 — Coral Gables, FL 33146 Business Telephone: 305--666-6333 Home Address: 3523 Loquat Avenue — Miami FL 33133--6215 Home Telephone: 305-441-1619 Length of Residence in the City of Miami: 68 Years PLEASE CHECK APPROPTIA TE INFORMATION USTED BEL 0W (Opflon al) Male (X) White Non -Hispanic Female ) Black Non -Hispanic Hispanic Asian or Pacific Islander (> American Indian or Alaskan Native QUESTIONNAIRE ; ,. TMITNATION fj, ON MIACOMMUNITY MI BOARD CANDIDATE'S NAME Henry 0. Langston 1. Why would you like to serve on the Community Relations Board's To understand the real purpose, determination and future of the board and to help add depth to our diverse and multicultural city. 2. Can you dedicate at least 10 hours per month to serving on the Community Relations Board? Yes! I would h Marl to makes tha rnmmittmPnt_ 3. What special skills would you bring to the Community Relations Board`' Leadership; by simply doing things for the city of Miami. Empowerin this community so it can become central to its own development. QUESTIONNAIRE Page two (2) 40 What is your understanding of the role of the Community Relations 5. Do you feel that positive inter -group relations can be achieved in the City of Miami? The City of Miami Relations Board Inter -Group Relations could illuminate how people think, learn and function in groups. Please attach a copy of your resume after you have completed the form. List all affiliations with civic and comm- u ity based organizations and positions held.- Kiwanis Club -Past President - Ponce Development - Past President Junior Orange Bowl Committee -Past Parade Chair/Scholar Athlete Chair Greater MiamaCrime Commission -Board Member - Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce - Education Chair/Higher Education Task Force -Chair - Chamber South -Military Affairs -Chair Elect - DAANS-Board Member Community Interests: Work Iowa d� dezTelnnin� a r•om� ahemsiva madira1QeDUK that wo it i romo e the highest quality health status for all neogle. Work towards the redevelopment of downtown area M Additional Information. Persons acquainted with Candidate's Activities/Experience: Name Mark Trowbridge, Pres Coral Gables Chamber Gloria Burns, Executive Dir. Coral Gables Community Foundation Harper Davidson, Past Pres. Orange Bowl Committee Telephone 305-446-165 305-446-9670 305-665-5647 CORAL GABLES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION CHAIR HENRY O. (HANK) LANGSTON After completing his undergraduate and graduate studies in Economics, Political and Higher Education at the University of Oklahoma, UCLA and Duke, native Miamian, Hank Langston returned home to begin a career in education. Completing his 35thyearat Gulliver School and currently serving as Dean of Faculty and Director of University, Corporate and Community Affairs. Additionally, Hank was awarded a certification for continual services as a private educational consultant, specializing in college admissions for scholar athletes and has recently expanded his business to include professional development for educators. Hank's educational accomplishments in the area of education include life membership in the University of Oklahoma Alumni Club of Florida, Founder and past President of the UCLA Alumni Club of Florida as well as having served on the Alumni Board of Directors for Duke University. He continues to serve on the Alumni Admissions Advisory Committee. He has also served on the University of Miami Advisory Committee for the School of Education, the Board of Directors for the Dade Association of Academic Non -Public Schools and the Florida Council of Independent Schools Staff Development Committee. Hank's many civic organizations include membership on the Board of Directors for the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce and the President's Club. Trustee for the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce and Chamber South, past President of the Ponce Development Association, Membership in the Pinecrest Business Association, The Rotary Club of Coral Gables, Committee of 200 and the Board of Directors for the Council of International Visitors. Hank has served on the Board of Directors for the Riverside House, the Junior Orange Bowl Committee, where he continues to serve as Chair for the Scholar Athlete Awards Committee. He also organized and chaired the first Nighttime Parade and Gymnastics Committee, as well as having served on the Greater Miami Crime Commission's Board of Directors. For dedication to community service, Hank recently was presented the key and seal to the City of Coral Gables. OF A IMC91�nl ' NA F...... r r rn -on 1 .� 4 is � ', � `'', .: •�; •� �� ` f:, . l aA H, 01 EW �;1 mission The mission of the Community Relations Board is to: ® work proactively to identify and relieve intergroup conflicts before crises arise; \ ® identify and contain, as quickly as possible, community tensions; develop bridges of understanding and support programs in the community; ® foster understanding, communication, and mutual respect; ® develop and support local or city based Community Relations Boards throughout the county; and o assure that resources are in place to respond to community crisis. The City of Miami Community Relations Board was created by an ordinance of the City Commission and it recruits representatives of the various social, racial, religious, linguistic, cultural, economic, and geographic groups comprising the population of this City and include leaders of government, business, religious and educational institutions, civic and organizations and other appropriate community leaders." .! UALIFICATIONS OF THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY OF MIAMI COMMUNITY RELATIO NSBOARD Each member appointed shall be a resident. of the City of Miami with an outstanding reputation for community pride, interest, integrity, responsibility, business or professional ability and who has demonstrated a commitment to intergroup relations. Members shall have demonstrated skills in diplomacy and the ability to: foster mutual understanding, tolerance, and respect among all economic, social, religious and ethnic groups in the City; * act as concillator in controversies involving community relations; * cooperate witch federal, State and City agencies in developing harmonious community ir ations; * cooperate in the development of educational programs dedicated to the improvement of community relations; and enlist the support of, civic leaders; civic, religious, veterans, labor, industrial, commercial and other community groups and private agencies engage in the inculcation of ideals of tolerance, mutual respect and understanding. Name: Sg o,, Last Candad.ate fbr Nominstion to the City of Mia m 1 Comm un, Ity Relations Boa rd Biographical Proffle t �z %eti Middle Employer: 1- b , '� f� _ ; � � .� � Cec*or-') Title/Occupation: GHQ C-R• V:Q ai C_f_c--mr- Business T e: � t 2�� a Ca �,,•,'q yl, �. �' e c�. .� fi�� ,�a � ems. Business Address: Ong- :c..Q n=� (p o I I a Business Telephone: 77 - 3 L -3 o r 18 (v - 33 A '� 0°3 d �t Home Address: 1 9 �e ° ' a F(- . 3 a3 cl Home Telephone: 7S 4 9 0J Length of Residence in the City of Miami: I (o ore rvvr• PLEASE CHECK APPROPRIA rE, INFORMA TION LIS TED BELOW (Op tiona1) (v)'Male ( ) Female ( ) Asian or Pacific Islander ( ) American Indian or Alaskan Native (,-YWhite Non -Hispanic ( ) Black Non -Hispanic ( ) Hispanic List all affiflations with, civic anal commumity based orgianizatlions and positions held-. 5 Community Interests le;S e.,,p ) Additional Informatiom, Persons acquainted with Candidate's Activities/Experience: Name L cy- �—rs) Telephone Ljj� —22-9 -2GZS-- 2 �-,og 5 Community Interests le;S e.,,p ) Additional Informatiom, Persons acquainted with Candidate's Activities/Experience: Name L cy- �—rs) Telephone Ljj� —22-9 -2GZS-- "'UESTIONNAIRE FOR CANDIDATES FOR NORNMINATION TO SERVE ON THE CITY OF MIAMI COMMUNITY RELATIONS BOARD CANDIDATE'S NAME 1. Why would you like to serve on the Community Relations Board? rC.- Sk ro—ko4"" Is U -&-k vc cu. --,d 2. Can* y®u dedicate at least 10 hours per month to serving ®u the Community Relations Board? V So o V an) 3. What special skills would you bring t® the Community Relations Board? -&— -T le if's -P� ESTIO NA Page two (2) 4. What is your understanding of the role of the Coinmunity Relations Board In the City of Miami? tf�f"�'�.nr"''-'' e 5m Du you feel tha'I-positive inter -group relations can be achieved in the City of Miami? Please attach a copy of your resume after y®u have completed the form. 6% 0 c,-4 cep sj . , Roger R. Simon 1339 S Venetian Way Miami Beach Florida 33139 786 425 0584 rogerrandysimon@yahoo.com Profile 0 1 have managed Regional and Nation Companies, direct sales staffs, including inside, outside and call center telemarketing groups, and indirect channels, including resellers and agents. ® I have direct sales and technical experience. Product mix has included a wide range of wireless and other telecommunications products, as well as hardware and software. M I developed and implemented sales marketing plans that exceeded quotas by 40-100%. ® 1 have overseen complete build -outs and expansions of national and regional divisions. ® I have extensive experience meeting and exceeding two or three-year sales, finance and marketing plans under budget. ® 1 achieved gold and silver sales awards three consecutive years, fast start general lna`i4ger awards two consecutive years, and top regional sales director. Professionals Experiene , BTI Communication Corp. (2001-2004) U.S. GM & Director (Chicago Illinois.) Implemented restructure of the Midwest region for this technology company. Helped develop and implement an in -building service strategy (voice/data/desktop/integration services) for commercial multi - tenant buildings. Hired and directly supervised the regional sales staff. Developed pricing, compensation plans and forecast models for the region. Customer base included small to medium sized businesses and Fortune 1000 companies. Connect America, Inc. (1999-2001) VP Sales (Contract Position) (Acquired Midwest customer base of Preferred Networks.) Reorganized existing core businesses. Developed and implemented new business plans to distribute long distance, data, Internet, and wireless products to retail distributors, agents, and corporate and consumer end users. Hired new inside/outside sales account managers, telesales staff and technical staff. Negotiated agreements with carriers and vendors. Developed new products, services and pricing. Implemented and managed budgets (1997-1999) GM (96); Reg. Director -Wholesale Wireless Bandwidth Division (97) Oversaw the Midwest startup of a multi -state region, while this wireless carrier was completing it§ national build -out and IPO. Developed and implemented the sales/marketing budget and staffing plans. Directed the region's employees (general managers, engineers, managers, and sales staff) to reach all targeted goals and objectives. Customer base was regional and national carriers and Fortune 1000 91 companies. Communicate Direct, Inc. (1994-1997) COO (94); GM (95-96) (Three-year plan was executed, and the company was sold to a public company, SoftNet Systems, Inc) Organized the management team, directed operations, and oversaw sales. Services included telecommunications (PBX and key systems), cellular/paging, data, software and networking applications. Managed all external relationships, including those with banks, accounting firms and law firms. Customer base included Fortune 1000 and medium sized businesses. Becker Beeper, lnco (1991-1994) CFCs VP. Finance (Company sold to Arch Communications.) Formalized operations and regionally grew this carrier, call center and cellular provider, Developed and executed tine three-year plan to sell the company, which required me to reorganize the sales department, direct all operations and establish new banking relationships. Directly supervised the sales and MIS/accounting departments. Bell Atlantic Capital Corp./100 East Credit Corp. (1985-1991) Area District Manager Responsible for developing lease/financing products for national sales and dealer networks. Negotiated and structured a variety of loan workouts, supervised regional specialists, and developed budgets. Responsible for ROI performance. Pettibone Corp. (1983-1985) Corp. Treasury Manager, Asst. VP Finance Responsible for managing a captive credit company for domestic and international transactions. Negotiated the sale of receivables and lease paper to financial institutions, managed the treasury department for the corporate, and seven divisional offides, and oversaw all cash management budgets and banking and credit relationships. Associated Int'l Corp (1980-1983) Sales (80); :Regional Manager (81-83) Responsible for develcoing the customer base and vendor programs, coordinating the marketing for industrial and high-tech'. ptoduct lines, negotiating and preparing documentation for lease/financing and loan transactions, and supervising the regional office, Customer base of this leasing, finance and mortgage company was ortune 500 companies. Edaxcatiion University Of Miami 1973-76 hnternational Business Student of 1975 Loyola University B.B.A. M.B.A. Finance (minor in Accounting) (1978-79)