GUEST SPEAKERS. Domenika Lynch President and CEO CHCI

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1 PROGRAM #SomosUSHLI HONORARY CHAIR GUEST SPEAKERS Dolores C. Huerta Civil Rights Activist For over 60 years, Dolores Huerta has been at the forefront of every major battle for social and economic justice, and civil and human rights. She is the most respected woman of our time and "one of the most defiant feminists of the 20th century." Domenika Lynch President and CEO CHCI Domenika Lynch is the President and CEO of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, Inc. (CHCI), Previously, she served as the Executive Director of the Latino Alumni Association (LAA) at the University of Southern California. Hon. Susana Mendoza Comptroller State of Illinois Susana Mendoza has dedicated the last 18 years to public service. In 2016, she became the first Hispanic Democrat to win a statewide office in Illinois. In 2011, she also made history by becoming the first woman ever elected to serve as Chicago's City Clerk. 03

2 GUEST SPEAKERS Hon. Iris Y. Martinez Senator, 20th District Illinois State Senate Hon. Iris Y. Martinez was the first Hispanic woman elected to the State Senate in Illinois. She is currently the Majority Caucus Whip and previously served as Assistant Majority Leader from Hon. Anna M. Valencia City Clerk of Chicago Hon. Anna Valencia oversees one of the largest governmental offices in Chicago, which serves 1.2 million people and generates more than $130 million annually. She made it a priority to find innovative ways to bring services directly to residents. Denice Frohman Poet, Writer, Educator Denice Frohman is an awardwinning poet, writer, speaker, performer, and educator. Her multicultural upbringing inspires her to explore the intersections of race/ethnicity, gender, and sexuality. Cindy Nava Executive Director Learning Alliance New Mexico Cindy Nava was the first Dreamer to intern for the DNC. Prior to her role as Executive Director, she served as a House Majority Education Analyst for the New Mexico House of Representatives. 04

3 HONOREES Sylvia Mendez Civil Rights Activist Sylvia Mendez and her family played an instrumental role in the Mendez v. Westminster case. The landmark case desegregated schools in California and set a precedent for Brown v. Board of Education. She will receive the National Hispanic Hero Award. Hon. Polly Baca Political Pioneer Hon. Polly Baca was the first Latina to serve in the Colorado House of Representatives and in the State Senate. She will receive the Dr. Henry L. (Hank) Lacayo Lifetime Achievement Award. Hon. Crisanta Duran Speaker of the Colorado House of Representatives State Representative, House District 5 Hon. Cristina Duran has served four terms in the Colorado House of Representatives, including one as Majority Leader and one as Speaker of the House She will receive the William C. Velasquez Trailblazer Award. José Calderón President, Hispanic Federation José Calderón is a New Yorkbased advocate for Hispanic grassroots organizations and pro- Latino legislation. He will receive the César Chávez Community Service Award. 05

4 KEYNOTE SPEAKERS Mateo Magdaleno Chief Education Officer IDQ Group, Inc. Mateo Magdaleno has devoted his life's work to building student servant leaders. Recently, he serves on the U.S. Congressional Award National Board of Directors and will address our SLS Rally. Hon. Antonia Novello, MD., MPH, DrPH 14th U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Antonia Novello was the first Latina and woman to serve as the nation's physician. She will address the Latina Empowerment Breakfast and receive the Dolores C. Huerta Woman of Courage Medallion. Hon. Raja Krishnamoorthi Congressman, 8th District (IL) U.S. House of Representatives Raja Krishnamoorthi has dedicated his career to strengthening Illinois' middle class. He also cofounded InSPIRE, a non-profit that provides inner-city students and veterans with training in solar technology. Dr. Juan Andrade, Jr. President & CEO USHLI Dr. Andrade is one of only four Latinos in history to be honored by the governments of both Mexico and the United States. With five earned degrees, he is the most educated leader of a national organization. JoAnn Chávez VP, Legal & Chief Tax Officer DTE Energy JoAnn Chávez oversees DTE Energy's commercial, securities, corporate finance and governance, and non-utility legal practice groups. Previously, she served as an international tax partner for KPMG LLP. Hon. Jesús G. (Chuy) García County Board Commissioner 7th District, Cook County (IL) Jesús Chuy García emerged as a national leader during his 2015 bid for Mayor of Chicago. He was reelected to a second term on the Cook County Board in 2014 and is currently a candidate for Congress. 06

5 36TH USHLI NATIONAL CONFERENCE FORUM PANELISTS Dr. Loui Olivas Founding President American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education Dr. Olivas served as Assistant Vice President for Education Partnerships at Arizona State University until He also provided leadership and service to numerous national boards and commissions. Mary Cathryn Ricker Rebecca Becky Pringle Executive Vice President American Federation of Teachers Vice President National Education Association Mary Cathryn Ricker was elected to her position during AFT's biennial convention in She has been a member of AFT's Teachers Program and Policy Council since Rebecca Pringle serves as the Vice President of the nation s first and largest labor union and professional association for educators. She directs NEA s work to combat educational injustice. Yvette Donado Dr. Al Mijares Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Diversity Officer Educational Testing Service Superintendent Orange County Department of Education Dr. Mijares was appointed Orange Yvette Donado oversees human County Superintendent of Schools resources, learning development, in Prior to his current position, and facilities at ETS. She also he served as the College Board's chaired the Council on the Mission, Vice President for 6 years, where he which advanced quality and equity worked to expand the high schoolin education worldwide. to-university pipeline. Juan Cartagena President & General Counsel LatinoJustice PRLDEF Juan Cartagena is an expert in redistricting and one of the nation's leading voices on equality and nondiscrimination. He worked with the Voting Rights Act, the National Voter Registration Act and the Help America Vote Act S. DEARBORN, SUITE 1203, CHICAGO, IL

6 Thomas A. Saenz President & General Counsel MALDEF Thomas Saenz is a nationally recognized civil rights attorney who has argued before the U.S. Supreme Court. With MALDEF, he has led numerous civil rights cases in the areas of immigrants rights, education, employment, and voting rights. Cid Wilson President & CEO Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility Cid Wilson has over 20 years of corporate finance and Wall Street equity research experience. With HACR, he manages initiatives that encourage Fortune 500 companies to include Hispanics in the areas of Employment, Procurement, Philanthropy, and Governance. Celeste Carrasco Director of Federal Public Affairs AT&T Celeste Carrasco is responsible for executing national strategies that achieve corporate legislative and regulatory objectives. She also manages community partnerships with Latino non-profit organizations and consumer advocacy groups. Salvador Mendoza VP, Diversity & Inclusion NBCUniversal Salvador Mendoza is responsible for developing long-term strategies for diversity and inclusion, workforce development, and community investment. Previously, he served as VP of Global Diversity and Inclusion for Hyatt Hotels. Dr. Eduardo Garza President Richard J. Daley College Dr. Eduardo Garza is the President of one of the fastest growing community colleges in the U.S., which serves over 17,000 degree students. Prior to his role as President, he served as Dean of Student Services. Susan Olavarria Senior Manager Corporate Affairs ComEd Susan Olavarria's team develops and implements innovative training programs in partnership with external stakeholders including legislators, community leaders, business and trade associations and policy makers. 08