One week away! Read biographies of the feature guests for the 2016 Sales and Entrepreneurship Networking Forum being held Wednesday, August 24 at Vertigo Sky Lounge - rooftop lounge of the Dana Hotel and Spa Chicago.

Discussion Panelist

Gladys De La Mora, TV Host, “Un Nuevo Amanecer” Show

8602426083?profile=originalGladys is a TV host and anchor for the recently launched "Un Nuevo Amanecer" Show airing on Telemundo, one of the largest Hispanic TV networks in the United States. “Un Nuevo Amanecer” is a 100 % family oriented TV program where viewers find a variety of interesting subjects all aimed at improving their quality of life and enhancing family values. “Un Nuevo Amanecer” is formed by professionals committed to always give their best to their viewers and family.

In addition, Gladys De La Mora is the founder of Delamora Insurance Agency, a company focused on helping families and business owners understand their auto, home, life, business and specialty insurance coverage.

While pursuing her major in accounting and financial management at Northeastern University, Gladys was on the Dean’s List and received recognition for her academic achievements. She enjoys volunteering her time for non-for-profit organizations that help families and students move toward financial stability.
As an Author for "Today's Inspired Latina" Book, she speaks about her personal and professional journey. Gladys is a Motivator Speaker and MC-Moderator for different events.

She has been featured in Inc Magazine, Mundofox, NBC, Telemundo, Univision TV and Radio.

Jason Garcia, Wealth Management Officer, First Midwest Bank

8602426474?profile=originalJason Garcia is a Wealth Management Officer with First Midwest Bank, Chicago - Metro. Jason works with high net worth individuals and families as well as public and private foundations and endowments to address their distinctive wealth management needs. He channels the extensive resources of First Midwest Trust Company to assist client needs in the following areas: investment management, trust administration, retirement and long-term financial planning strategies and custom credit, lending and banking needs.

Jason has worked in the financial services industry since 1999. His experience includes tenures with the Northern Trust Company, BMO - Harris Private Bank, U.S. Trust and Charles Schwab. His roles included Wealth Strategist, Team Manager, Financial Consultant and International Business Development Director.

Jason earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign. He also holds two Master's degrees in U.S. Foreign Relations and International Business from the University of Kentucky. Jason completed the Certificate Program in Financial Planning at DePaul University - Chicago. He also carries the Series 7, 66, 63, 9, 10 & 24 securities licenses.

Jason has volunteered his time with Catholic Charities, the Knights of Columbus, Wounded Warriors, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Overture Council, the ALPFA Tax Advisory Board of Chicago (www.alpfa.org) and Youth Baseball as a coach.

Annabelle Lee, Managing Sales Director, MassMutual Illinois

8602426483?profile=originalAnnabelle's tenure in the financial services industry spans over 10 years, starting in the Private Equity / Venture Capital business for a firm specializing in the technology sector. She is best known for delivering high quality personalized services customized to help meet the specific goals of those who she works with. Her practice focuses on recruiting, developing, and helping to grow new and established financial advisors from diverse cultural markets, along with an emphasis on estate planning and risk management for individuals, families, and businesses through her own practice. In order to address the unique needs and concerns of a particular clientele, Annabelle has developed a sound knowledge of and expertise in: investment and retirement strategies, life insurance analysis and implementation, disability and long-term care insurance, business succession arrangements, executive compensation strategies, and employee benefit and retention plans.

Annabelle also understands the value of diversity and is extensively involved in the multi-cultural marketing and recruiting initiatives supported by her company as she is also a second generation Korean American born in South Korea. MassMutual Financial Group is a recognized industry leader in inclusion and diversity as exemplified by the Fortune 100 Company's partnership with various organizations and sponsorships both on the corporate and local level.

Traveling to new regions, exploring different culinary cuisines, attending the symphony, opera, and concerts, biking and yoga are just a few of her hobbies that she enjoys on her free time. Furthermore, Annabelle can often be found cheering for her favorite Chicago sports teams at their respective stadiums.

Emmanuel Lopez, Member Engagement Manager, Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

8602427063?profile=originalEmmanuel Lopez is the Member Engagement Manager for the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce. Emmanuel’s primary role is to connect with businesses while generating new members and provide existing Chamber members with strategies to successfully grow their business and networks throughout the 6 counties of the Chicagoland Area.

The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce was established in 1904 and is one of the largest business chambers in the United States. Its members consist of more than 1,000 organizations from Fortune 100 companies, small, mid-market businesses, technology startups, and non-profits.

The Chamber’s members support more than 400,000 employees and account for more than 24 billion dollars in annual revenue. Crain’s Chicago Business recognizes the Chamber as the top networking organization in the city of Chicago.

Prior to the Chamber, Manny spent eight years in the health and wellness sector, where he developed a passion for networking and connecting people in Chicago’s business community. Manny loves to give back, evidenced by his involvement in Chicago’s philanthropic and civic community; he serves as Vice President of the University of Oklahoma Alumni Club in Chicago, on the Board of Directors for the Rugby Business Network, Associates Board Member for The Gateway to Cancer Research and volunteers for the Imerman Angels One-On-One Cancer Support. He loves golf, football, and played semi-pro rugby for eight years. Manny is bilingual in English and Spanish and is always open to connecting people throughout Chicago’s business community.

Claudia Telles, President, Trailblazing Business

8602427076?profile=originalClaudia Telles is owner of Trailblazing Business and helps ambitious women earn more by helping them start their own business while working full-time and through salary negotiation. She enjoys creating content that is easy to follow and take action on, while leaving all the fluff. Based on her teaching style, her clients have been able to start their business in days and others have negotiated over $5k in salary raises successfully and accelerated their careers.

Claudia has been recently featured in Business Insider, Yahoo! Finance, Payscale, Lawndale News and B96 radio. While managing and running her business, She also works as a Quality Assurance Manager at a Chicago Hospital overseeing the quality program for over 12 units.

Claudia graduated from University of Illinois at Chicago with both her Bachelor's and her Master's as a Gates Millennium Scholar. She has an extensive background in healthcare, sales. business operations, entrepreneurship and career advancement. Recently, she was featured in the MillerLite newsletter for her entrepreneurship while serving as a panelist. To learn more you can go to TrailblazingBusiness.com

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