- 2021: 1st Sold out conference in organizations history, two Legislative workshops sessions with 8 workshops, and two day of service sites.
- 2022: Despite the impact of Hurricane Irma, we successfully restructured our conference to also meet the needs of the local community. Once again, a sold-out conference with 7 service sites, two service days during the conference, and two separate construction projects in collaboration with the Building Trades and Heart 911. Two legislative workshop sessions with 8 workshops total and multiple networking events.
- 2023: Our largest conference yet! Moved to a larger hotel, opened up Legislative workshop process; increasing community input, three workshop sessions with over 30 workshops total, more networking events including our first official LGBTQAI+ Reception, Mexican Reception & AAPI Reception in Puerto Rico, 15 day of service sites, increased support for PR based organizations, and our first student scholarship in Puerto Rico. We also had our top 7 NY student delegates from the PR/HYLI Program join us for the first time.
- 2018 & 2019: Approx. $300,000 each year in economic impact.
- 2020: No conference due to COVID-19.
- 2021 & 2022: Approx. $600,000 each year in economic impact.
- 2023: Approx. $1,060,534 in economic impact.
- Program Highlights:
- Participants gain in-depth knowledge of the state legislative process.
- Opportunities to interact with Hispanic leaders and role models.
- Emphasis on leadership skills, critical thinking, and responsible citizenship.
- Participation in a three-day institute with a mock Assembly legislative session and award ceremony during our Albany, NY Conference in March.
- The Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute
- Fact-Sheet-2023-Spanish-pdf.pdf
- Fact-Sheet-2023-English-pdf.pdf
- Program Goals:
- Enhance professional skills and career readiness.
- Foster a deeper understanding of public service and policy-making processes.
- Emphasis on leadership skills and critical thinking
- Participation in a mock Senate legislative session during our Albany, NY Conference in March and a ceremony in June.
- Hand on summer internship within elected offices.
- 2021: 1st Sold out conference in organizations history, two Legislative workshops sessions with 8 workshops, and two day of service sites.
- 2022: Despite the impact of Hurricane Irma, we successfully restructured our conference to also meet the needs of the local community. Once again, a sold-out conference with 7 service sites, two service days during the conference, and two separate construction projects in collaboration with the Building Trades and Heart 911. Two legislative workshop sessions with 8 workshops total and multiple networking events.
- 2023: Our largest conference yet! Moved to a larger hotel, opened up Legislative workshop process; increasing community input, three workshop sessions with over 30 workshops total, more networking events including our first official LGBTQAI+ Reception, Mexican Reception & AAPI Reception in Puerto Rico, 15 day of service sites, increased support for PR based organizations, and our first student scholarship in Puerto Rico. We also had our top 7 NY student delegates from the PR/HYLI Program join us for the first time.
- 2018 & 2019: Approx. $300,000 each year in economic impact.
- 2020: No conference due to COVID-19.
- 2021 & 2022: Approx. $600,000 each year in economic impact.
- 2023: Approx. $1,060,534 in economic impact.
- Program Highlights:
- Participants gain in-depth knowledge of the state legislative process.
- Opportunities to interact with Hispanic leaders and role models.
- Emphasis on leadership skills, critical thinking, and responsible citizenship.
- Participation in a three-day institute with a mock Assembly legislative session and award ceremony during our Albany, NY Conference in March.
- The Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute
- Fact-Sheet-2023-Spanish-pdf.pdf
- Fact-Sheet-2023-English-pdf.pdf
- Program Goals:
- Enhance professional skills and career readiness.
- Foster a deeper understanding of public service and policy-making processes.
- Emphasis on leadership skills and critical thinking
- Participation in a mock Senate legislative session during our Albany, NY Conference in March and a ceremony in June.
- Hand on summer internship within elected offices.
- Welcome Reception
- Workshop Breakfast
- Workshop Lunch Session
- El Arco Iris (LGBTQAI+)
- Thursday Evening Receptions+
- Friday Evening Receptions+
- Day Of Service
- Day of Service Breakfast
- Leaders Reception
- Labor Breakfast
- Farewell Events
- Women’s Development & Networking Series
- Support Conference Volunteers
- Coffee Breaks & Stations
- Sponsor an Organization/Student
- Support a Day of Service Site or Community Conversation Site
- Mente Clara- Wellness Activities
- Cultural Performance
- Charity Golf Outing
- Support a Student Program, Activity or Ceremony
- Transportation Sponsor
- Media Sponsorship
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- If you receive any communications asking for payment to any other account, please notify us right away as this our team would not do this. Feel free to call us to verbally confirm any details by contacting our Executive Director, Tania Capaz Topping - tcapaz@somosnewyork.org.
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2024 SOMOS INC Puerto Rico Conference
November 6 - 10, 2024
El Caribe Hilton Hotel- San Juan, Puerto Rico
Join us In creating lasting impact at the 2024 SOMOS Inc. Puerto Rico Conference
We warmly invite you to join us at the 2024 SOMOS Inc. Puerto Rico Conference, where our theme is "Navigating Change Together: Fostering Collaboration for a Sustainable Future." In a world that's constantly changing, our ability to adapt and grow is essential for building a sustainable future for everyone.
Thanks to your incredible support, we've bounced back stronger than ever after the pandemic, selling out our conferences three years in a row and breaking SOMOS records. Last year was our biggest yet, and we're excited for an even larger gathering this year. We've welcomed more first-time participants, celebrated greater diversity and inclusion, and drawn interest from across the country from government and community-based organizations.
This year’s theme is all about coming together as a community to tackle the challenges and seize the opportunities that come with change. Whether it's shifts in policy, technology, or societal norms, working together is key to finding innovative solutions and creating positive outcomes. By collaborating across different sectors, industries, and perspectives, we can pool our knowledge, resources, and experiences to drive meaningful change. Through open dialogue, partnership, and collective action, we can navigate change in a way that fosters sustainability, resilience, and equity for future generations.
This event will provide your company/organization with unique exposure to professionals in an environment rich with networking and developmental opportunities while also giving back to the community.
Sponsorship of this conference contributes to the overall success of Somos Inc, the conference, our student leadership & scholarship programs, and provides your organization the opportunity to actively participate in efforts that create a lasting impact.
WHY YOUR PARTICIPATION & Support MATTERS
GROWING IMPACT & PARTICIPATION POST PANDEMIC
In total over $100,000 in charitable contributions to organizations through funding & donated items.
This does not include contributions towards our student programs
Economic Impact on Puerto Rico Through Conference Participation*
*Note: These figures have been provided by Discover Puerto Rico and exclude grants to organizations, day of service funding, or external events/activities.
SUPPORTING EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP
Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute (PR/HYLI)
The PR/HYLI program is a collaboration with the NYS Assembly/Senate Puerto Rican/Hispanic Task Force, and the New York State Education Department, aimed at empowering Hispanic youth through leadership development and civic engagement.
We have been able to strengthen our commitment and provide $50,000 in student scholarships each year.
SOMOS Inc. has provided $626,960 in scholarships to PR/HYLI delegates
Learn more about PR/HYLI by visiting their website or by downloading the factsheet below.
Edward T. Rogowsky Internship Program in Government and Public Affairs
Provides student training and summer internships, focusing on practical experience and professional development in public service and policy.
We have been able continue to provide training stipends and funding for the paid internship program.
Learn more about the Edward T Rogowsky program by visiting their website.
WHY YOUR PARTICIPATION & Support MATTERS
GROWING IMPACT & PARTICIPATION POST PANDEMIC
In total over $100,000 in charitable contributions to organizations through funding & donated items.
This does not include contributions towards our student programs
Economic Impact on Puerto Rico Through Conference Participation*
*Note: These figures have been provided by Discover Puerto Rico and exclude grants to organizations, day of service funding, or external events/activities.
SUPPORTING EDUCATION & LEADERSHIP
Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican/Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute (PR/HYLI)
The PR/HYLI program is a collaboration with the NYS Assembly/Senate Puerto Rican/Hispanic Task Force, and the New York State Education Department, aimed at empowering Hispanic youth through leadership development and civic engagement.
We have been able to strengthen our commitment and provide $50,000 in student scholarships each year.
SOMOS Inc. has provided $626,960 in scholarships to PR/HYLI delegates
Learn more about PR/HYLI by visiting their website or by downloading the factsheet below.
Edward T. Rogowsky Internship Program in Government and Public Affairs
Provides student training and summer internships, focusing on practical experience and professional development in public service and policy.
We have been able continue to provide training stipends and funding for the paid internship program.
Learn more about the Edward T Rogowsky program by visiting their website.
Somos Inc Conference Events & Activities
Many individuals & organizations contribute to our overall conference and programs. Although the conference features a variety of events, we highlight some of our Official Key Conference Events below. These signature events are held in the main ballrooms and other prestigious locations at the host hotel or other local venues.
Key Conference Events & Activities
Other Opportunities
Questions about Sponsorship? Pease contact our Executive Director, Tania Capaz Topping at tcapaz@somosnewyork.org
Subject Line: Sponsorship
Need to set up a meeting to discuss sponsorship with our Executive Director? - Book time with Tania Capaz: Sponsorship Discussion
Support Continued Growth
The Somos Inc Conference and Impact has been growing steadily over the past few years, and we are excited to continue expanding our reach.
We have exciting plans for 2025 and beyond, and we invite you to join us on this journey.
Stay informed about sponsorship and partnership opportunities by signing up for our partnership & development mailing list below.
Need to set up a meeting to discuss sponsorship with our Executive Director? -Book time with Tania Capaz: Sponsorship Discussion
IMPORTANT INFORMATION & DEADLINES
PROMOTIONAL ITEMS FOR WELCOME BAG
If you would like to provide promotional items, please confirm your intentions by October 15.
All Promotional Items should be shipped to the hotel with specific instructions and received no later than 10am on Monday November 4.
We cannot guarantee inclusion or acceptance of your shipment if received after November 4, 2024.
Please email for full details before sending items.
INFO@SOMOSNEWYORK.ORG
Subject line: Sponsor Promotional Items PR24
Please Include the following information
SOCIAL MEDIA SUPPORT
Social media posts benefits are for Diamond, Double Platinum, Platinum, Gold and Silver Sponsors only.
Wording, images & videos to be provided by sponsor.
OFFICIAL SPONSORS ONLY
Somos Inc is not responsible for any items shipped to the hotel for unofficial conference events.
SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROMOTIONAL ITEMS
To eliminate any package delays, please utilize the addressing instructions below.
All packages received by the Hotel require a signature release before leaving the Shipping & Receiving Department’s custody.
Please schedule your package to be delivered to the hotel not earlier than three to five days, prior to the start of your event due to limited storage area.
Packages scheduled delivered after Monday 11.4 are not guaranteed to be included.
When shipping materials to the hotel, please include the following information on all packages to ensure proper delivery and storage:
Shipping Label Example:
For Somos Inc 11.6.24 - Tania Capaz
347-995-5078
Package 1 of 3
Caribe Hilton Hotel
1 San Geronimo Street
San Juan, PR 00901
Ways To Pay For Your Sonsorship
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