SHPE Chicago

Imposter Syndrome in the Workplace
2020-10-14 16:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago)
Join us for Okta’s Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month virtual event starting with a panel on Imposter Syndrome in the workplace. Wednesday, Oct 14th from 4:00-6:30 PM CST. Register here.
About this Event:
This Hispanic Heritage Month celebration features professionals from across the tech industry in a discussion on how imposter syndrome has influenced and shown up in their careers. We continue our celebration with a musical guest performance and networking breakout sessions.
Imposter Syndrome is …
A study published in the Journal of Behavioral Science estimates that about 70 percent of the US population has experienced the syndrome. But for people of color, impostor syndrome is influenced by racial and ethnic identity.
We are speaking with accomplished professionals on how they handle feelings of inadequacy and steps they have taken to assist in their journeys to eliminate self-doubt. We will discuss ways of showing up in the workplace as your whole self while navigating a global pandemic and social unrest. And finally – how to re-affirm that our Hispanic & Latinx co-workers belong and ways to fight against imposter syndrome.
Panelists

Hector Aguilar – President, Technology at Okta (Moderator)
Melissa DeAngelo – Identity Division Senior Business Manager at Microsoft
Peter Rios – Chief Scientific Officer at CellTrans
Mauricio Benes – Managing Director at Accenture
Andy Cabistan – Account Executive at Tempo Automation
Maziel Martinez – Web Marketing, Producer at Okta

Virtual Cooking Class in Celebration of HHM
2020-10-08 17:00 - 18:30
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month (HHM), Relativity is hosting a Virtual Cooking Class on Oct 8th from 5:00-6:30 PM with Urban Pilón Chef, Roberto Pérez.
We hope you can join us for this exciting program! Please register here.

latinXfactor™: How To Be a Success on Day One!
2020-09-30 19:00 - 20:00
Whether you just graduated or you have been in the workforce for 10+ years, entering into a new workplace is a time to get focused, make a great first impression, and start off on the right foot. In order to be successful, you’re expected to quickly learn new systems, new processes, a new culture and dress code, and pick up on the expectations of your new employer. Join us to learn important tips and strategies from Honeywell including what to do and not to do, influencing a positive work culture, and wowing the team from your first day.
Presented by: Josh Pascoe is currently the Vice President Talent Acquisition for Honeywell Aerospace, responsible for staffing and inclusion and diversity for this global business. He has worked for 20+ years with Honeywell in a number of HR roles throughout the US. He is originally from Canada and a graduate of McGill University and Cornell University.
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Design Thinking to Tell Your Story
2020-09-24 17:00 - 18:00
Accenture is sponsoring SHPE-Chicago’s next virtual event on Sept 24, 2020 from 5-6 PM CST “Design Thinking to Tell Your Story.”
This is a great opportunity to hear from current Accenture employees and learn about future opportunities.
See info in flyer. Be sure to register here by the deadline. Professionals and students are invited.

latinXfactor™: How To Interview Well, Even from Space!
2020-09-16 19:00 - 20:00
Listen to experts from Raytheon Technologies and learn about virtual interview tips to reduce the stress and help you get the job including how to prepare and be ready for any interview format with an emphasis on preparation, interview delivery and engagement, and how to land the job (or on the moon).
We will review how to stand out at the various interview stages, and not become just another star in the galaxy.
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latinXfactor™: Master the Virtual Interview
2020-08-26 19:00 - 20:00
You did it! You were selected to interview virtually.
In this new landscape we are all in, how do you prepare and stand out for your virtual interview?
Accenture is here to help! Join us to get tips on how to be authentic in your interviews even if you aren’t in person, stand out as an amazing candidate, and get your dream job from the comfort of your home.
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latinXfactor™: Intel Corporation: A Technical Journey
2020-08-12 19:00 - 20:00
Join in an engaging conversation with Mario A. Bolaños, Senior Director of Worldwide Applications Engineering at Intel Corporation, as he provides a glimpse into his career journey, the importance of pursuing a graduate degree, best practices for identifying and securing grad level research, and insight into Intel’s ScholarSHPE opportunities and more.
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Our COVID-19 Story Webinar
2020-08-06 19:00 - 20:00
Join to hear a presentation summarizing the effects of COVID-19 on the global economy with oil markets as a backdrop. Followed by a panel discussion of ExxonMobil professionals, sharing their reactions to the unprecedented change that has occurred. Hear what it is like to work in a virtual environment, the need to pivot to rapid change, and succeeding in this new age.
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NILA 2020
2020-08-05 - 2020-08-09
NILA 2020 – National Institute for Leadership Advancement
SHPE’s intensive leadership development conference accelerates learning for volunteer leaders who serve their communities, STEM organizations, and SHPE. NILA develops leadership talent to drive innovation and social change, and to address the need for highly skilled Hispanics in STEM among SHPE sponsors and partners.
August 5-9, 2020
Denver Marriott Tech Center
Denver, Colorado
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Virtual Spoken Word Event (Hosted by Relativity)
2020-07-30 17:00 - 18:00
*Invitation to SHPE-Chicago Members*
Join Relativity for an unforgettable evening of virtual spoken word performances.
About this Event:
This unique corporate networking event will give you the opportunity to enjoy several spoken word performances and network with guests. You don’t want to miss this exciting virtual event experience. We hope to see you there!
If you’re interested in performing, please review the guidelines and complete the form provided on the registration page.
Please note: The performance application form will be open until Monday, July 27 (or until slots are filled)

latinXfactor™: Developing Your IT Path with Discover
2020-07-29 19:00 - 20:00
There are thousands of opportunities within the tech industry that you have the power to explore.
Presenters Paulina Acuña-Pineda and Danny López have similar educational backgrounds, but landed two different technology careers.
Join them to learn how you can cater your skill set to the IT career you want.
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Emerging Industries & Tech Careers in a Post-Pandemic Economy
2020-07-23 12:00 - 13:00
Emerging Industries & Tech Careers in a Post-Pandemic Economy: A Consulting Perspective (Presentation + Panel)
Date/Time: Thursday, July 23, 2020 from 12:00-1:00 PM CST
Registration Required: REGISTER HERE
Guest Speakers: Hannes Fourie, Nicolas Tempestini, and Illiana Oris Valiente
Are you curious about how the market might change due to Covid-19? Come hear from two Accenture specialists as they present their research highlighting 20 Market Observations across social, economic, technological, political, environmental, and personal values dimensions. These observations can be used to anticipate the trends in unprecedented times and expand our thinking to “what could be” post Covid-19. Afterwards, a Q&A panel will be held where attendees get to hear from three Accenture executives and their experiences in the firm.
This event is co-sponsored by the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers-Chicago Professional Chapter and the Chicago Hispanic American ERG at Accenture but open to only SHPE members.
Renew your SHPE Professional membership here today for access to exclusive networking and professional development events!
We hope you can join us! REGISTER HERE

JPMorgan Chase Chicago Software Engineering Diversity & Inclusion Virtual Networking Event
2020-07-22 17:00 - 18:30
JPMorgan Chase has extended this invitation to the SHPE-Chicago membership for a virtual event regarding Software Engineering on Wednesday, July 22nd. Registration deadline is July 17th. Details below.
Are you a highly skilled, experienced Software Engineer or Technologist looking for your next career move? If so, please consider registering for our upcoming networking reception.
JPMorgan Chase Chicago Software Engineering Diversity & Inclusion Virtual Networking Event – “A Day in The Life of a Global Tech Software Engineer, During Unprecedented Times”
Wednesday, July 22nd, 5:00 – 6:30 pm CST – INVITE ONLY – Zoom # and Password to be shared closer to event date.
This is an unique opportunity for experienced technologists to engage with our Software Engineering Community as they share insight into innovation, the inclusive culture and career mobility at JPMorgan Chase in the Chicago Technology Campus. They will also share advice on how to make the most of your career through learning and personal growth. Resumes are welcomed and encouraged as both recruiting and hiring managers will be in attendance as well.
Schedule of Event:
5:00 – 5:45 pm – Software Engineering Panel Discussion / Q&A – Hear a panel of 3 Software Engineers from our Chicago Tech Center discuss “A Day in The Life of a Global Tech Software Engineer, During Unprecedented Times”.
5:45 – 6:30 pm – Networking – There will be multiple breakout rooms during the networking portion where event attendees will have a chance to:

Participate in discussions with our Business Resource Groups, Software Engineering Managers and local Chicago Technology Recruiters.
Gain insight into our culture, technology footprint, and career mobility from our technology leaders.

***The Registration Deadline is Friday, July 17th, 2020*** Register Here
Joining the Technology Team at JPMorgan Chase & Co. isn’t just about what you’ll be doing today, it’s about the impact your ideas will have tomorrow. At this event you will have the opportunity to hear how our technology teams are making an impact by creating innovative technology solutions that touch the lives of millions of customers and clients around the world.
At JPMorgan Chase & Co. we value innovation and collaboration. As part of a fast-paced, agile team, you’ll use the latest development methodologies and technologies to create solutions for real business needs. And we’ll encourage you to move among our businesses, improving your knowledge and tackling challenges daily.
Are you ready to build your future?
We look forward to connecting with you soon.

Town Hall Meeting
2020-06-25 18:00 - 19:00
SHPE Virtual Town Hall Meeting
All SHPE members are invited to join SHPE National for the first ever virtual town hall meeting with CEO Raquel Tamez and Board Chair Miguel Alemañy.
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latinXfactor™: Break into Tech With Experian
2020-06-24 19:00 - 20:00
If you’re trying to break into tech, learning certain new skills will help prepare you.
Join to hear from a global tech company and a market leader in data and analytics.
Experian will share how to boost your marketability by pursuing specific skills in demand for today and the future.
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Generating Business Opportunities in the New Reality
2020-06-04 12:00 - 13:00
Generating Business Opportunities in the New Reality with JD Gershbein:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/up-level-on-linkedin-generating-business-opportunities-in-the-new-reality-tickets-105988119318?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch
For so many professionals with so much on the line, the coronavirus pandemic could not have come at a worse time. Concerns about the spread of the disease have crippled businesses, devastated the economy, and cast serious doubt on our abilities to withstand a prolonged period of social distancing. The challenge we all must now face is managing this new normal of ours as effectively as possible.
As business has gone online, more and more professionals have turned to LinkedIn—for news, support, inspiration, and most importantly, to maintain a sense of connectedness. This increased reliance on the site has underscored the importance of fronting a strong profile and being accountable in your interactions with others. Those who are not familiar with the rules of engagement on LinkedIn in COVID-19 times, or have neglected the site altogether, will find themselves at a competitive disadvantage moving forward.
Join LinkedIn strategist JD Gershbein for a candid discussion on how LinkedIn can help you manage this period of unprecedented change. You will receive actionable steps that you can take RIGHT NOW to build your brand, strengthen relationships, reclaim business momentum, and set yourself for new business opportunities on the other side.
Topics to be covered include:
♦ Noteworthy behavioral shifts and trends in social networking
♦ Subtle refinements that will bolster your LinkedIn profile
♦ Powerful messaging strategies for driving meaningful engagement
♦ Zoom and the art of mastering virtual meetings
♦ To sell or not to sell? That is the question
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latinXfactor™: Essential Skills in the Age of Disruption
2020-05-27 19:00 - 20:00
Our society has seen more social and technological transformations in the past few months than over the past decades combined. Things are changing so fast that we barely have time to steady ourselves after one technological wave, before another comes along. With genetic engineering, robotics and AI continuing to rise, this pace is unlikely to let up anytime soon. It’s disrupting critical systems in the political, economic and social arenas as well as cultural norms and social roles. In this webinar participants will take away strategies on how to be nimble and pivot with the new changes to keep up with the current workforce demand and stay on the cutting edge.
Presented by Carlos Jimenez and Nigel Thurlow from Toyota
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latinXfactor™: Financial Literacy For You
2020-04-29 19:00 - 20:00
How much do you know about money? Maybe a little, maybe a lot – so let’s talk about finances. We often find ourselves going through a huge learning curve when we think about money – however, we want to break that cycle. We will explore topics such as: How can we best manage our money as we transition to the corporate world? My company offers benefits – how do I understand what they really mean? The objective is to bring awareness to a subject that for many is a taboo.
Financial literacy is more important than ever as people manage investments and debt in an unreliable economy.
Panelists explore topics such as managing money while transitioning from school into the corporate world, as well as, making smart choices during times of crisis.
Join us in an engaging conversation as we explore ways to help you better understand your company benefits and offer advice to plan for future financial security.
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SHPE Region 6 Townhall
2020-04-25 16:00 - 17:00
Come out to our Regional Zoom Townhall this Saturday 4/25 at 4PM CST.
Find out about SHPE’s COVID-19 response, our regional awards, and join a Q&A session at the end.
Join the meeting now

Free Webinar in CyberSecurity
2020-04-20 16:00 - 17:00
The Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT), a Top 25 STEM University (Forbes), is hosting an upcoming webinar and SHPE members are invited to join. This is a great time to boost skill sets, especially in emerging industries such as Data Analytics and Cybersecurity.
Please click on the link below to sign-up for the webinar.
4/20 at 4pm –> Cybersecurity https://iit.secure.force.com/events#/esr?eid=a0R3a00000EMB7DEAX
These two webinars will be professor led discussions about current careers in these two tech fields. The professors will also discuss future trends, which are most in-demand and provide and curriculum overview.
There will also be a question and answer portion.
Details will be provided about the graduate certificates in both areas which come with a 25% discount.

Virtual Career Fair
2020-04-18 11:00 - 15:00
It’s not easy being a job seeker during these times of social distancing. That’s why we are delighted to offer a virtual career fair option for our professional and student members on Saturday, April 18. Why not take advantage of your time at home to advance your job search?
SHPE’s Career Center has the technology to execute a seamless online career fair. And we will supplement the career fair with several professional development webinar sessions focused on the needs of job seekers.
Because space is limited and due to the untimely cancellation of the remaining RLDCs, we will send an exclusive, advance invite to RLDC 1, 2, 6, and 7 registrants first on March 25, followed the next day by an invite to our general membership on March 26.
In the meantime, please mark you calendar on Saturday, April 18 from 11am – 3pm CT for this Virtual Career Fair.

latinXfactor™: Navigating the Virtual Career Fair
2020-04-08 19:00 - 20:00
This latinXfactor™ webinar on Wednesday, April 8, at 7pm will feature a panel of experienced professionals offering guidance on “Navigating the SHPE Virtual Career Fair.”
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RLDC 6 (CANCELLED)
2020-04-02 - 2020-04-05
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The SHPE National team has been closely evaluating the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on our community and has done a thorough assessment of the situation as it relates to the upcoming Regional Leadership Development Conferences (RLDC) in Regions 1, 2, 6, and 7. Having carefully considered the situation, we have decided to cancel all four remaining RLDCs.
Read the announcement
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latinXfactor™:Celebrating Women in Engineering
2020-03-25 19:00 - 20:00
To celebrate Women in Engineering for Women’s History Month we are inviting our very own award winner Diana Ortega! Join us on March 25 to hear her inspiring story and get actionable career advice. We’ll talk about overcoming obstacles, how to pave new pathways, and finding creative strategies to confidently persist in an engineering career.
Presented by Diana Ortega, Quality Launch Manager at General Motors, and 2019 recipient of SHPE’s Jaime Oaxaca Award.
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latinXfactor: #LiveYourLife - Calendar Your Life to Live with Purpose
2020-02-26 19:00 - 20:00
In this fast-paced age of information, we are constantly bombarded by interruptions from technology and disruptors to getting tasks done. These interruptions can get in the way of accomplishing our goals. In this webinar, attendees will receive a tool to manage their time more effectively along with instructions on how to use it. The #LiveYourLife calendar with color coding can be used to calendar your life to live with purpose, lessen stress, and get SHPEshape!

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IIT Graduate Program/Certificate Showcase "Conversations & Cocktails"
2020-02-20 17:30 - 20:00 | IIT Loop Campus, 565 W Adams Street, Chicago, IL
You are cordially invited to attend a night of conversations and cocktails at Illinois Tech (IIT) on Thursday, February 20, 2020, from 5:30-8:00 PM at their Loop Campus at 565 W Adams. The evening will be an opportunity to network with tech professionals and listen to an insightful panel discussion on advancing your career and reaching your educational goals. There will be an opportunity to learn about Illinois Tech’s graduate programs, including graduate certificates in the following:

Cybersecurity
Data Analytics
Foundations of Computer Science

1. The above programs come with a 20% tuition discount.
2. They are completed in only two semesters.
3. Programs are eligible for most corporate tuition assistance programs.
Please see the attached flyer for additional details. Professional members and graduating undergraduate seniors are encouraged to attend.
Don’t miss this great night of learning, networking, and cocktails!
Please click below to RSVP by Tuesday, Feb. 18th:

Winter "Mix & Mingle" with the SHPE-Chicago Executive Board
2020-02-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Bar Cargo, 605 N Wells Street, Chicago, IL
Please join us Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Bar Cargo (605 N Wells Street, Chicago, IL) from 5:30-7:30 PM for our Winter Mix & Mingle with the SHPE-Chicago Executive Board.
We will be discussing upcoming events as well as opportunities to be involved in committees and other leadership roles.
Have event or program ideas? Are there new opportunities to partner with your company/organization?
Please RSVP here and share your input at the event – we want to hear from you!

Vamos Networking Event
2020-01-30 17:00 - 19:30 | Here Technologies, 425 W. Randolph Street, Chicago, IL, 60606
HERE Technologies invites SHPE-Chicago Professional members to their upcoming networking event on January 30 from 5:00-7:30 pm. Please see the invite below from HERE and RSVP link.

Nueva Decada, Nueva Vida
Happy New Year! I hope you are feeling refreshed and rejuvenated after the holiday season, getting back to the swing of work and setting your new annual goals.
If one of those goals involve expanding your network or discovering new opportunities, then you are in luck! HERE Technologies and Vamos, our Latinx ERG, would like to invite you to our first networking event titled “Nueva Decada, Nueva Vida” on Thursday, January 30 from 5pm-7:30pm to start the new decade on the right foot!

Snacks and drinks will be served. Follow this link to get more details and to RSVP!

https://go.engage.here.com/networking-with-HERE-and-Vamos-Jan-2020.html

Hope to see you there!

latinXfactor: Create Your Optimum State of InnerFitness®
2020-01-28 19:00 - 20:00
Students and professionals are operating at higher stress levels today than ever before; often times putting themselves and their families on the brink of physical and emotional disaster. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to use proven methods for retraining and sustaining your InnerFitness®. You and your team will achieve more in less time with more enjoyment taking your inner fitness to a whole new level of performance.
Nordine Zouareg has led over 10,000 one-on-one coaching sessions with some of the world’s most accomplished people. He teaches high-performance individuals how to create their InnerFitness® and learn habits that increase productivity while sustaining balance. He is a 2X Mr. Universe champion, and an internationally acclaimed high-performance coach, wellness & fitness expert, author and speaker.
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latinXfactor: The New Year's Resolutions That Last
2019-12-18 19:00 - 20:00
Did you know that more than half of all New Year’s resolutions fail?
Learn how to identify the right resolutions to improve your life, create an action plan on how to reach it, and be that person who successfully achieves their New Year’s resolutions.
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