Conference Agenda

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Live Webcast 9:50 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. PT/12:50 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. ET

Welcome from NALEO Leadership and Our Sponsors

Welcome Message from our Sponsors: Bank of America, Edison International, State Farm®, Toyota Motor North America, Comcast NBCUniversal-Telemundo

• Hon. Mara Candelaria Reardon, Board Trustee, Wayne County Public Library; NALEO Educational Fund Chair • Hon. Ricardo Lara, California Insurance Commissioner; NALEO President

Live Webcast 10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. PT/1:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M. ET

OPENING PLENARY: The 2020 Latino Vote Phenomenon: Outlier or New Political Landscape HOST: Comcast NBCUniversal Telemundo

The 2020 Election showed the strength and complexity of the Latino electorate, with nearly 16.5 million Latinos casting ballots. This engaging plenary will provide a thoughtful discussion among experts who will analyze how Latinos performed in last year’s election, what we can learn about sustaining turnout gains beyond one election cycle, and explore whether political parties are heeding the lessons learned or following the same game plan at their own peril. Panelists will also discuss how changes in voting laws by several states may affect Latino voters’ ability to make their voices heard in the 2022 and 2024 elections.

MODERATOR: Ms. Cristina Londoño, Senior Washington D.C. Correspondent, Noticias Telemundo

• Mr. Arturo Vargas, Chief Executive Officer, NALEO Educational Fund • Ms. Stephanie Valencia, Co-Founder and President, EquisLabs • Mr. Chuck Rocha, President and Founder, Solidarity Strategies • Hon. Kevin Cabrera, Senior Vice President, Mercury Florida; Past Florida State Director, Donald J. Trump for President and the Republican National Committee

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Networking Lounge

HOSTED BY: The Coca-Cola Company

The NALEO Networking Lounge is a virtual space where Conference participants can reconnect with old friends and make new ones. This interactive networking platform offers dynamic opportunities to learn, exchange policy ideas, best practices, and network with a diverse group of policymakers, corporate and philanthropic leaders, and others from across the country. Make sure you visit the Lounge and do not miss out on this unique networking opportunity to make vital connections with other participants attending the Virtual NALEO 38th Annual Conference.

NALEO Marketplace

With over 30 sponsor booths at this year’s Conference, we encourage you to set time aside to visit the NALEO Marketplace to potentially win prizes, get additional resources, and chat with sponsor representatives. A number of sponsor representatives will be available for live chat between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. PT.

NALEO Service Project

HOST: State Farm® CO-HOSTS: AT&T

Every year, in conjunction with the NALEO Annual Conference, NALEO Educational Fund joins with a local nonprofit organization to give back to the community. As a result, NALEO Educational Fund, Conference participants, and corporate and community partners ensure a meaningful and lasting impact on the chosen beneficiary. As we continue our tradition of creating a meaningful impact at the NALEO Annual Conference, this year, we are pleased to support the Latino-owned restaurant sector. As this industry was one of the first and worst-hit by the pandemic, we have launched a direct donation campaign, with matching funds from NALEO Educational Fund, to support World Central Kitchen’s “Restaurants for the People” and Latina-owned small business, San Pedro’s Restaurant in Dallas, Texas.

Live Session 11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. PT/2:30 P.M. - 3:30 P.M. ET

Food Security: Building a Strong and Resilient Infrastructure

HOST: Amazon SESSION CHAIR: DoorDash

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Food insecurity is a critical problem in the United States, with the COVID-19 pandemic further exposing the fragility of our food systems. Innovative policy responses during the pandemic that alleviated food insecurity can be valuable lessons to build more resilient local food systems. In this live networking opportunity, participants will share and explore strategies to ensure that everyone has access to sufficient food as we continue to recover from the crisis.

• Hon. Carlos E. Tobon, Rhode Island State Representative; Board Member, NALEO Educational Fund • Mr. George L. Ortiz Jr., Co-Founder, The Elisha Project • Ms. Monica Gonzales, Associate Director of Government Relations, No Kid Hungry

On Demand Sessions

Creating Workforce Opportunities for Latinos in a Post COVID-19 World

TRACK HOSTS: Bank of America, State Farm® and Toyota Motor North America

COVID-19 devastated many industries like leisure and hospitality, which accelerated the birth of new occupations and sent traditional jobs into extinction rather quickly. The skills required for these new jobs are evolving even faster. In this session, experts will provide insight on how to support training practices for Latino workers to better facilitate workforce transitions and economic opportunities.

MODERATOR: Hon. Francisco Rodriguez, Chancellor, Los Angeles Community College District, California

• Mr. Matthew Sigelman, Chief Executive Officer, Burning Glass Technologies • Hon. Ron Painter, Chief Executive Officer, National Association of Workforce Boards

Emergency Preparedness: Lessons Learned and Strategies for Resiliency and Recovery

TRACK HOSTS: Edison International and State Farm® SESSION CHAIR: Walmart CONVENER: HCA Healthcare

Extreme weather events and natural disasters have become more frequent and intense, testing state and local government’s ability to help their communities prepare and recover. Using a case study approach, this session will provide an overview of strategies and partnerships that jurisdictions can utilize to increase resiliency in the wake of disasters and accelerate recovery.

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MODERATOR: Hon. Claudia M. Frometa, Mayor, City of Downey, California; Board Member, NALEO

• Hon. Tony Vargas, Nebraska State Senator • Hon. Freddie Rodriguez, California State Assemblymember; Chair; Emergency Management Committee • Hon. Omar Narvaéz, Councilmember, City of Dallas, Texas

Light at the End of the Tunnel: Best Practices for Vaccination, Community Education, and Outreach

SESSION CHAIRS: Comcast NBCUniversal Telemundo and Kaiser Permanente CONVENER: PhRMA and Uber

As states continue to roll out COVID-19 vaccines, this session will feature lessons learned and best practices for community outreach efforts to increase vaccine uptake among hard-to- reach communities. The discussion will feature the Juntos Podemos campaign alongside other innovative efforts to reach those in our community who remain at high risk for COVID-19.

MODERATOR: Hon. Nora Vargas, Supervisor, San Diego County, California; Board Member, NALEO

• Ms. Quintilia Ávila, California Director of Civic Engagement, NALEO Educational Fund • Ms. Laura Esquivel, Vice President, Federal Policy and Advocacy, Hispanic Federation • Mr. Rudy Gonzales, Executive Director, Servicios de la Raza

Broadband: Let’s Work to Get Us All Connected

SESSION CHAIR: Verizon CONVENER: CTIA

The COVID-19 pandemic cemented the fact that access to reliable and affordable internet service is a basic necessity for all households. Yet, for too many Americans, the ability to get online is unavailable or unaffordable. This discussion will provide an overview of national and local efforts and partnerships that are building pathways and long-term solutions for universal access to this essential service.

MODERATOR: Hon. Armando “Mando” Martinez, Texas State Representative; Board Member, NALEO

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• Dr. Nicol Turner-Lee, Director, Center for Technology Innovation, Senior Fellow, Governance Studies; The Brookings Institution • Ms. Alexandra Bruer, Policy Analyst, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation

Difficult Conversations 101: A Framework for Discourse at a Time of Political Polarization

As our nation continues to suffer from deep political polarization, policymakers must still find ways to discuss and address policy issues with the diverse constituencies they represent and with colleagues who may have different views. This session will highlight principles that support elected officials’ ability to engage in effective strategies that can begin to bridge divides and forge joint solutions to challenging problems. This session will be complemented by a live Q&A with the experts.

MODERATOR: Ms. Alma Siliezar, Director of Constituency Services and Membership, NALEO Educational Fund

• Mr. Seth Henderson, Program Manager, Citizenship and American Identity Program, Aspen Institute • Mr. Erik Gross, Program Coordinator, Citizenship and American Identity Program, Aspen Institute

Census Data Timeline & State and Local Redistricting

The 2021-22 redistricting cycle is following our nation’s most challenging decennial census ever. This session will provide an overview of the opportunities for increased Latino representation after this decade’s redistricting, as well as an update on the adjusted schedule for the release of census redistricting data. The session will also focus on the important roles Latinos are playing in state and local re-drawing of lines, including serving on redistricting commissions and mobilizing Latino community participation in the redistricting process.

MODERATOR: Ms. Rosalind Gold, Chief Public Policy Officer, NALEO Educational Fund

• Mr. Thomas Saenz, President, Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund • Dr. Ivelisse Cuevas-Molina, Commissioner, New York Independent Redistricting Commission

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Latino Owned-Small Businesses: The Heart of Our Nation’s Economy

SESSION CHAIRS: State Farm® and Wells Fargo

Small businesses serve as the nation’s economic backbone. Latino-owned businesses play a vital role in our economy as the fastest-growing part of the nation’s small business ecosystem. As recovery efforts proceed, regions and counties have had to think about innovative mechanisms, for their communities’ most vulnerable businesses. This session will feature innovative approaches local leaders are implementing to support entrepreneurs and business owners.

MODERATOR: Hon. Alejandra Sotelo-Solis, Mayor, City of National City, California; Board Member, NALEO Educational Fund

• Mr. Kevin Dick, President and Chief Executive Officer, Carolina Small Business Development Fund • Ms. Maribel Garcia, Lending Director, Inclusive Action in the City

The Current State of COVID-19 in America — Part One

As context to the plenary, The Current State of COVID-19 in America, this session will feature the most recent polling data on Latino attitudes toward COVID-19, vaccines, and effective messengers and messages. This information is critical to current efforts to increase vaccine uptake in our community and to ensure Latinos are not left behind in pandemic recovery efforts.

MODERATOR: Ms. Cindia Velasco, Director of Constituency Services- Education, NALEO Educational Fund

• Dr. Matt Barreto, President and Founding Partner, BSP Research; Professor of Political Science and Chicana/o and Central American Studies, University of California, Los Angeles

Live Webcast 1:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M. PT/4:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. ET

PLENARY: The Current State of COVID-19 in America — Part Two WELCOME: Mr. Arturo Vargas, Chief Executive Officer, NALEO Educational Fund

SPECIAL REMARKS: • Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services • Hon. Raul Ruiz, M.D., Member, U.S. House of Representatives; Chair, Congressional Hispanic Caucus; Board Member, NALEO

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The fight against COVID-19 is not over, yet despite the increase in access to vaccines, data demonstrate that there is much work to be done to ensure Latinos and other communities of color are not left behind in vaccination efforts. This session will explore the current state of equity in vaccine rollout, look to the next stage in the fight against the pandemic, and discuss lessons learned in preparation for the next one.

SPEAKERS: • Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith, Chair, COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force; Associate Professor, Medicine and Epidemiology, Yale School of Medicine • Hon. Robert Garcia, Mayor, City of Long Beach, California

SPECIAL REMARKS: • Hon. Esteban Moctezuma Barragán, Ambassador of Mexico to the United States of America

NALEO Midday Mixer 2:00 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. PT/5:00 P.M. – 6:30 P.M. ET

SPONSORED BY: Anheuser-Busch Companies and Golden Road Brewing

Being virtual does not have to mean missing out on the fun! In celebration of Latino resiliency, join us over your favorite beverages while showing off your NALEO swag and listening to vour Mixer DJ. This Virtual NALEO Midday Mixer will continue our annual tradition of being the premier networking spot for the nation’s more than 6,800 elected and appointed Latino officials. This experience will offer the same face-to-face connections you have come to expect, successfully blending the safety of an immersive virtual setting with the benefits of an in-person reception. Please visit the Networking Lounge for access to the NALEO Midday Mixer.

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Networking Lounge

HOSTED BY: The Coca-Cola Company

NALEO Marketplace

NALEO Service Project

HOST: State Farm® CO-HOSTS: AT&T

Welcome Message From Our Sponsor: Wells Fargo

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Live Webcast 10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. PT/1:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. ET

PLENARY: United Against Hate

According to FBI data, the prevalence of hate crimes in the United States is at the highest levels seen in more than a decade, with an alarming surge in anti-Asian hate incidents. Data demonstrate that a majority of reported hate crimes are motivated by race, ethnicity, or ancestry, as well as religious and sexual orientation bias. A panel of diverse experts will discuss how leaders and communities are coming together to stand against hate.

MODERATOR: Hon. Ricardo Lara, California Insurance Commissioner; NALEO President

• Mr. Jonathan Greenblatt, Chief Executive Officer and National Director, Anti-Defamation League • Ms. Judith Browne Dianis, Executive Director, Advancement Project • Mr. John. C. Yang, President and Executive Director, Asian Americans Advancing Justice • Hon. Julissa Ferreras-Copeland, Former Council Member, City of New York, New York; Former Board Member, NALEO

On Demand Sessions

Time to Fight Back: Trends and Tools on Misinfo/Disinfo

SESSION CHAIR: Google

As Latinos have become more connected and engaged online — they have become prime targets of misinformation and disinformation campaigns. From the census, to elections, to COVID-19, Latinos are in the crosshairs of inaccurate or malicious efforts to instill fear and disenfranchise the community. This session will highlight top trends and provide practical tools for recognizing and reporting misinformation and disinformation.

MODERATOR: Hon. Nellie Gorbea, Rhode Island Secretary of State; Board Member, NALEO

• Ms. Myra Miranda, California Program Manager, NALEO Educational Fund • Mr. Cameron Hickey, Project Director for Algorithmic Transparency, National Conference on Citizenship • Dr. Joe Smyser, Chief Executive Officer, The Public Good Projects • Mr. Jacobo Licona, Disinformation Research Lead, Equis Labs

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The Long Haul: The Next Health Crisis and Long-Term Implications of COVID-19

SESSION CHAIR: AARP CONVENERS: AbbVie, AstraZeneca and Pfizer

As the nation continues on its path toward recovery, health experts and researchers are shifting attention to the next stage of the health crisis and the long-term symptoms and side effects related to COVID-19. Participants will learn about the efforts underway to understand these realities and the potential impact Americans with chronic long-term COVID-19 symptoms may have on the workforce and healthcare system. The session will also examine the opportunities policymakers have to anticipate the need for services and support systems that may arise as a result of these long-term implications.

MODERATOR: Hon. René Garcia, Commissioner, Miami-Dade County, Florida; Former Florida State Senator; Former Board Member,NALEO Educational Fund

• Dr. Sagar B. Dugani, Assistant Professor of Medicine; Research Chair, Division of Hospital Internal Medicine, Division of Health Care Delivery Research; Director, HEXAGON, Mayo Clinic • Dr. Jewel Mullen, Associate Dean for Health Equity; Associate Professor of Population Health and Internal Medicine; Director of Health Equity Ascension Seton; Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin

Looking Forward: Accelerating Student Learning

Since the pandemic began, teachers, school staff, and education policymakers have moved instruction online for millions of students, where many experienced significant learning loss due to the challenges that arose with these shifts. As the pandemic eases, students are returning to in-person or hybrid learning programs and will need expanded academic support to address learning loss. In this discussion, speakers will amplify best practices for academic acceleration and innovative ideas for rapid make-up of lost instruction so that all students can thrive in post- pandemic classrooms and beyond.

MODERATOR: Dr. Viola Garcia, Board Member, Aldine Independent School District, Texas; President, National School Boards Association

• Dr. Miguel Cardona, Secretary, U.S. Department of Education • Ms. Gloria Coral, Chief Executive Officer, Parent Institute for Quality Education • Ms. Juliana Urtubey, Teacher, Kermit R. Booker, Sr. Innovative Elementary School, Nevada; 2021 National Teacher of the Year

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Latinas in the Workforce: Why We are in the Middle of a Crisis

TRACK HOSTS: Bank of America, State Farm® and Toyota Motor North America SESSION CHAIR: PepsiCo CONVENER: The Annie E. Casey Foundation

The economic impact wrought by COVID-19 has taken a disproportionate toll on Latinas. Strengthening policy efforts aimed at assisting Latinas will be essential to maintain our nation’s economic livelihood. Policymakers and organizations alike are assessing ways they support Latina workers looking for new workforce sectors, preparing to re-enter the workforce, or have dropped out of the labor force altogether. This session will highlight recommendations to adapt to constituent needs.

MODERATOR: Hon. Rose Benavidez, President, South Texas College District, Texas; Vice President, Association of Community College Trustees; President, Association of Latino Community College Trustees; Board Member, NALEO

• Ms. Cristina Barillas, Board President, Chicago Women In Trades • Ms. Rocio Medina van Nierop, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Latinas in Tech

Latino Leaders on the Frontlines: The Importance of Self-Care and Safety in Today’s Political Environment

TRACK HOSTS: Edison International and State Farm® SESSION CHAIR: Walmart CONVENER: Boehringer-Ingelheim and Starbucks

In an age of growing public distrust in government, policymakers often face the brunt of such discontent. From online harassment to personal threats and attacks, no political party, gender, or office level is exempt from the risk, with women mayors more than twice as likely to experience such incidents. In this session, participants will identify strategies to maintain mental well-being and best practices to protect themselves and their institutions.

MODERATOR: Hon. Michelle De La Isla, Mayor, City of Topeka, Kansas

• Hon. Brian Baird, Clinical Psychologist; Former Representative, U.S. House of Representatives • Ms. Gisele Ferretto, Clinical Instructor; Manager of Training for the Office of Field Education, University of Maryland School of Social Work

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The American Rescue Plan: Opportunities for State and Local Government

The American Rescue Plan Act provides $350 billion in assistance to states, counties, municipalities, territories, and tribal governments to cover expenses, make up for lost revenue, and ease the overall economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This session will explore how state and local governments can prepare to ensure their jurisdictions have access to these federal resources and invest the funds strategically and equitably to address their communities’ current and future needs

MODERATOR: Hon. Jeffrey Sánchez, Lecturer, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; Senior Adviser, Rasky Partners; Former Massachusetts State Representative: Board Member, NALEO

• Mr. Jacob Leibenluft, Counselor to the Secretary, U.S. Department of the Treasury

Live Sessions

Local Government Revenues and Solvency in Times of COVID-19 11:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. PT/2:30 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. ET

The COVID-19 pandemic brought our economy and way of life to a halt. State and local budgets that rely heavily on taxes from sales, hotel, gas, and other service fees experienced a deep decline. This live discussion will highlight the opportunities local jurisdictions have to innovate and rethink their revenue sources and increase fiscal resiliency before the next economic crisis.

MODERATOR: Hon. Michele Martinez, Commissioner, California Transportation Commission; Former Mayor Pro-Tem, City of Santa Ana, California; Past NALEO President

• Mr. Miguel Santana, President and Chief Executive Officer, Weingart Foundation; Former City Administrative Officer, City of Los Angeles, California

Difficult Conversations 101: A Framework for Discourse at a Time of Political Polarization 12:00 P.M. – 12:30 P.M. PT/3:00 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. ET

During this live session, the presenters will answer questions from the on-demand session highlighting principles that support elected officials’ ability to engage in effective strategies when discussing policy issues that affect diverse constituencies and require a dialogue with

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colleagues who may have different views.

• Mr. Seth Henderson, Program Manager, Citizenship and American Identity Program, Aspen Institute • Mr. Erik Gross, Program Coordinator, Citizenship and American Identity Program, Aspen Institute

Live Webcast Session 1:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M. PT/4:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. ET

White House and National Leadership Forum

HOST: Wells Fargo

With all the challenges we have faced over the past two years, this forum will bring a distinguished slate of our nation’s leaders together around their visions for our community and the country as we look toward the future. With their insights and perspectives on the most pressing policy issues that can help our collective recovery from COVID-19, we will hear about our national progress and what we plan to accomplish in the coming months and years ahead. In addition to these critical conversations, this forum will also provide a sneak peek at next year’s NALEO Annual Conference!

OPENING REMARKS: • Hon. Ricardo Lara, California Insurance Commissioner; NALEO President

MEMBER OF THE CABINET: • Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

MEMBERS OF CONGRESS: • Hon. Alex Padilla, United States Senator, California • Hon. Ben Ray Luján, United States Senator, New Mexico

WHITE HOUSE LEADERSHIP: • The Honorable Kamala D. Harris, Vice President, United States of America • The Honorable Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President, United States of America

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NALEO President’s Award

The NALEO President’s Award is presented to organizations and individuals whose efforts have helped strengthen NALEO and NALEO Educational Fund. This year, the NALEO President’s Award honors two distinguished individuals who have played a critical role in strengthening the organization for the past quarter-century. We are proud to recognize General Counsel Mr. Agustin Medina and Special Counsel for Employment Matters Ms. Mercedes Cruz with the presentation of the 2021 NALEO President’s Award.

RECIPIENTS: • Mr. Agustin Medina, Of Counsel, Lee, Hong, Degerman, Kang & Waimey; General Counsel, NALEO and NALEO Educational Fund • Ms. Mercedes Cruz, Senior Employment Law Partner, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP; Special Counsel for Employment Matters, NALEO Educational Fund

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• Hon. Jesús G. “Chuy” García, Member, U.S. House of Representatives • Hon. Gilbert Villegas, Alderman, City of Chicago, Illinois

Conference Wrap-Up

NALEO Board Member Recognition and Announcement of New Slate of Board Members

• Hon. Nellie Gorbea, Rhode Island Secretary of State; Board Member, NALEO • Mr. Arturo Vargas, Chief Executive Officer, NALEO Educational Fund