National Hispanic Business Association

The Network of Emerging Professionals

Conference Q&A

2008 NHBA LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
Riviera Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas, Nevada

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

  1. What are the deadlines for the conference registration?
    Early Registration Begins March 1, 2008 and ends August 30, 2008
    Regular Registration Begins on September 1, 2008 ends September 30, 2008
    Last date for hotel reservations at conference rate ends October 1, 2008
    Late Registration Begins October 1, 2008 ends October 10, 2008

  2. What are the registration fees for the conference?
    Chapter Members Non-Chapter Members
    Early Registration $70.00 $85.00
    Regular Registration $85.00 $100.00
    Late Registration $100.00 $115.00

    ****Fees include the welcome party (Thursday), breakfast, lunch & career fair (Friday)
    continental breakfast and lunch on (Saturday)

  3. Where is the conference being held and what are the room rates?
    The conference will be held entirely at the Riviera Hotel & Casino
    Reservation should be made directly with the Riviera Hotel.
    Reservations: 1-800-634-6753 www.RivieraHotel.com
    The conference room rate is $125.00 + taxes a night for double/double (up to 4 per room)

  4. What is the conference attire?
    This is a professional conference, business attire is required except during the spirit competition.

  5. Will parking be available?
    Hotel parking is FREE for guests.

  6. How many companies are expected at the Career Fair?
    Due to the collaboration between NHBA & MAES this years participation and the level of interest is quite high and we are anticipating the participation of over 100 Companies. Many of whom will be conducting on-site interviews for internships and full-time positions.

  7. Where can I make my resume available to prospective companies prior to the conference?
    The NHBA career center, which is powered by iHispano.com, is a year-round source for employment
    opportunities. In addition this site is widely used by corporations in assessing possible candidates
    for interviews prior to the NHBA Leadership Conference. Please post your resume at http://nhba.ihispano.com

Other Questions?
Visit www.NHBA.org or Contact the NHBA Staff at 512-380-7575 or via e-mail at dpena@nhba.org