Latino Association Announces 2012 Board Election Officers

Congratulations to the newly elected Board of Directors for the San Diego County Latino Association (SDCLA). The new board was sworn into office at the Association’s holiday event December 10.

The new officers are Amber Tarrac, president; Juan Pérez, vice president; Laura Flores, treasurer; Steve Lujan, secretary; Oscar Talaro, District 1 representative; Laura Diaz, District 2 representative; Luis Mallet, District 3 representative; Guadalupe Rabago, District 4 representative; Nicole Temple, District 5 representative; Claudia Sandoval, director at large; and Helmer Rodriguez, director at large.

“I am honored to be elected president of SDCLA for 2012 and to have the support of Supervisor Dianne Jacob,” said Amber Tarrac, a policy advisor for Jacob. “The Association is developing exciting plans for next year and will continue to be a dynamic resource and strategic partner that contributes to the County’s success, as well as the career growth of our members. Together with the incredible, spirited energy of our entire workforce, we are ready to take this organization to new heights.”

Formed in 1983, the County Latino Association is one of the oldest employee resource groups in the country. SDCLA's mission is to support County initiatives, assist with the recruitment and retention of employees, raise cultural awareness, give back to the community and help its members develop leadership skills and prepare for career advancement.

The Latino association, in collaboration with the County of San Diego Filipino Employee Association, supported the Live Well, San Diego!  initiative by helping to promote it not just to employees, but also to the community.  SDCLA has also partnered with the County Library and the County Health and Human Services Agency in disseminating health screening information to underserved communities.

The Latino Association also mentors its members, providing educational scholarships, and conducting workshops and seminars on educational opportunities and career advancement.

For additional information about the San Diego County Latino Association, please visit sdcla.net and the Association’s Facebook page SDCLA for up to the minute information.