The PapiBlogger, Online and Off

I had the pleasure of meeting Manny Ruiz earlier this year.  From my first impression he seemed to be a stand-up guy, savvy business owner and a genuine family man.  Nothing Manny has done since has altered my opinion…actually the more he does the more he confirms my initial read on him. Manny successfully launched one of the largest Hispanic PR/Social media conferences... Read More

To Add Diversity To The Conference Circuit

My friend and colleague Kety Esquivel, wrote up a great post on The Huffington Post: For the last two years I have had the distinct honor and priviledge to be a panelist at SXSWi. Unfortunately, I have been one of the only Latino panelists and potentially the only Latina panelist….On the conference circuit, the response that I get often for this dearth of Latino and Latina... Read More

Twitter Stats from LatAm

Subtitle:  Laitnos in social media kicking butt in LatAm. Latinos from both sides of the American hemisphere are devouring social media.  Check out the latest bullish graphs and read on… Mas: You can find them on Twitter by following #latism #latam #latino #hispanic AKPC_IDS += "1903,";Popularity: 14% [?] Read More

Latinos Online to AZ: We are Latino 2

LATISM embraces how Latinos are using social media in response to recent Arizona laws. Check out the LATISM site for details on how you can get your ribbon and the Twitter party tonight. AKPC_IDS += "1883,";Popularity: 11% [?] Read More

NYC Latinos in Social Media

I’ve decided to take back the reigns and resurrect the NYC Latino social media group that was originally started on Meetup about a year ago. It was a tough decision, as I’m well aware of the dedication, disappointments, effort and challenges that come with the territory (let’s not forget the awards), which translates into many sacrifices inherent to maintaining... Read More

Not all Social Media is Social

(Please note: this piece is an observation with no judgements made, and only serves as an observation and not a criticism.) Generally, social media is understood as a conversation between people on the web…as opposed to old media, which is a conversation of a few to the many. That being said, there are people who use social media as if it were old media, meaning they are using... Read More

Latinas in Social Media: Are they out there?

Subtitle: Are there Latinas in social media? You betcha! I am driven by We-media – content produced by the public – and am inspired when others share the same drive. A few of my online-cohorts are proposed speakers for a panel at the Blogher conference here in NYC. Latinas are one of the fastest growing segment of bloggers. In this session, you can understand who... Read More

Latinos? Or Men and Women?

There are a couple of  posts on the chopping board right now, but they are in draft stages at the moment.  In my effort to give quality content I cannot ‘push-button-publish’ them just yet. Against my better judgment,  I’ll share a post that has not quite made it to a draft just yet…it concerns a Hispanic man, or woman who defines themselves as a man…or... Read More

Hispanic Media Conferences 2010

In 2010 into 2011, we’ll see more Hispanic based media seminars and conferences nationwide.  It’s a personal pleasure to be a part of these exciting times. What’s interesting in this short round up are the new players making their entrance as a result of a changing industry.  Also of note is the inclusion of new media within the agendas of established organizations. This... Read More

Latino Blogs At Blogworld

Subtitle:  Upward and Cross Connections As you may know, my roots are in the blogsophere, so it’s great to see continuing progression.  Latino blogs moving in upper and cross-lateral directions is great stuff. BlogWorld 2009 had the innovative idea of hosting a multicultural panel.  A clear sign of vision and pulse of the current situation in the U.S.A.  I had the honor... Read More

Census To Use Grassroots & Social Media 2010

Is anyone surprised?  Are you still one to think social media won’t work?  Well then, read up: Social media and a national road tour are part of the plan to drum up interest. The campaign will stress the importance and secrecy of the count. This shows the further use and maturity of social media. (Not that I thought they would succeed, but this further strengthens my belief... Read More

Social Media Solves Project Personnel

Subtitle: Filling in the ranks w/ the power of social media. People often ask me how I select people or pick teams.  Honestly, with social media so big that when I need help either via volunteers or partners I look to various social media portals by making an announcement of intent and asking if there’s any interest. So, I haven’t hand picked any teams, but do pick... Read More

LATISMTOYDRIVE – One Heck Of A Success

“Part of LATISM’s long-term vision is to give back. The fact that our first Toy Drive and Fundraiser is aimed to benefit both children in Latin America and at home is yet another innovative example of how LATISM is using new media to benefit our community at large,” said Louis Pagan, Co-founder of LATISM. For the second part of LATISM’s 3 Kings Day event, the networked... Read More

Latino Leaders Magazine Spot

Subtitle: Latino Leader Interviews I’m extremely honored to be listed as a “Rising Star” among other great Latino innovators. For the first time in its 10-year history, Latino Leaders Magazine has published a digital version of its magazine. Although new, the digital version provides all of the same content, interviews and images readers have come to expect from... Read More

My Predictions for Latino Social Media In 2010

As impressive as the numbers are of the increasing involvement of Latinos on the web are (22% of the internet population), I think the one common denominator is population growth (45.5 million people).  All of the below, are summaries of what I’ve discussed via my social media portals throughout the year. Spanish Language Content With more Latinos now on the web, it only... Read More