IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 10-13-04 CONTACT: PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE
SILVER CITY— Nationally recognized motivational speaker, Jimmy Cabrera of
Houston, Texas will deliver a public presentation titled “What’s In
Your Backpack? Leaders Packing for Success in Life and Career,” on Tuesday,
Oct. 19, at the Western New Mexico University Global Resource Center Auditorium
from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Earlier that day, Cabrera will participate in Diversity Day as part of the combined
efforts of WNMU and the Gila National Forest Service to raise diversity awareness
for their employees.
According to his biography, Cabrera learned some tough lessons early in his life.
As a Hispanic he was reared in a predominately-segregated community. Except for
his parents, he always had the feeling that no one cared. The system certainly
didn't challenge Cabrera to be expressive and think about setting goals. He says
he experienced, bitter rejection and prejudice from a society that labeled him
"different." Eventually he realized that though you cannot forget the
past and the pain, you can forgive, learn from, stand firm, and move on. Cabrera
says he learned how to turn the negatives he experienced into positive learning
experiences.
Cabrera is a dynamic and energetic speaker, riveting his audience's attention
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through the very last sentence. Every presentation he gives is Jimmy's unique
blend of motivation and education. His listeners receive practical techniques
that can be used immediately, said the press release.
He has earned the National Speakers Association’s Certified Speaking Professional
"CSP" designation. At present there are approximately 4,000 members
within this association, and less than 8% have earned this prestigious certification.
Cabrera has been a professional speaker and consultant for more than 20 years,
speaking in both the corporate and educational communities. He has the ability
to speak to both the adult and youth groups.
Besides his knowledge in communication skills, self-development, and self-disciplines,
Cabrera has the unique ability to counsel and guide youth, as well as adults,
in the quest for professional and personal goals.
Please contact Maria C. Dominguez at the WNMU Multicultural Affairs/Student
Activities Office at 538-6611 for more information on the presentation and the
other activities planned for Diversity Week.
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