Celebrating the Achievements of the BSF Scholarship

Empowering Latinas in the Corporate World

In this episode of the Performance Parakone Podcast, hosts Marcos and Suleyma welcome Katherine Garcia to discuss her journey from El Salvador to becoming a successful interior designer in Omaha. They explore her educational path, the challenges of being a first-generation Latina in the corporate world, and the importance of community and mentorship. Katherine shares her aspirations for the future and offers valuable advice for young professionals looking to break into their desired fields. The episode also highlights the dynamic relationship between the two sisters, showcasing their support for each other as they navigate their careers.   This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website [https://hurrdatone.com/] or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@Hurrdat_ONE]! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Rita Rodriguez of Monarkia Institute

In episode 13 of the Performance Parakone podcast, hosts Marcos Becerra and Suleyma Garcia welcome the inspiring Rita Rodriguez, a bilingual media specialist at Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) and the founder of Monarkia Institute. Rita shares her incredible journey from her childhood in Mexico to becoming a leader in the Latino community in Omaha.   Connect with Rita on Linked in https://www.linkedin.com/in/rita-rodr%C3%ADguez-9660632b [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rita-rodr%C3%ADguez-9660632b] This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website [https://hurrdatone.com/] or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@Hurrdat_ONE]! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Celebrating the Achievements of the BSF Scholarship

In the season 1 finale of the Performance Parakone podcast, hosts Marcos Becerra and Suleyma Garcia recap the achievements of the Barriento Scholarship Foundation over the past year, including fundraising milestones, the growth of the Student Success Program, and the announcement of scholarship recipients. They discuss upcoming events, community engagement initiatives, and personal stories that highlight their connection to the community. The episode emphasizes the importance of support and solidarity within the community, especially during challenging times.   Interested in the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation? Learn more here:  https://www.barrientosscholarship.org/ [https://www.barrientosscholarship.org/] Local: GoFundMe for Impacted Families: https://linktr.ee/privaterelay01   CIRA hotline for impacted families to get pro bono legal representation: 402-884-0876   Attorneys looking to provide pro bono support can join the CIRA network: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspxid=bYdLbkfZPUOYDCNz1yij-bOdbYbI7rZ CnpGdxDdhbgZUM1NBWExaRjVKTUoxSUlJNDBKRzc4QVRXVS4u   Help locate somebody whose been detained: https://locator.ice.gov/odls/#/search   Families afectadas que necesitan una ayudar además de representacion legal pueden llenar esta forma: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKuTpLNEXYs4ppf8kmGCWF3xhSECtDaFsqh4jT85FNt3bICA/viewform   Donate to the bond fund for detained individuals: https://www.prairielandsfreedomfund.org/donate   National: Become an interpreter at NIJC: immigrantjustice.org   Print and carry a Red Card: Download it from https://www.ilrc.org/red-cards-tarjetas-rojas - it lists your rights during encounters with ICE   Connect with an immigration lawyer. Find legal help through immdef.org/resources and ailalawyer.com   Know Your Rights: ACLU offers toolkits for immigrants at aclu.org/know-your-rights/immigrants-rights   BSF 2025 recipients: https://www.barrientosscholarship.org/recipients   Upcoming events: https://www.barrientosscholarship.org/events This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website [https://hurrdatone.com/] or visit HurrdatONE YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@Hurrdat_ONE]! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

More Than Just a Dream, BSF Then and Now with Tony Aguilera

In this episode of the Performance Parakone podcast, hosts Marcos Becerra and Suleyma Garcia sit down with Tony Aguilera, the president of the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation (BSF) board. As they dive into the importance of community support and educational opportunities for Latino students in Nebraska, Tony shares his inspiring journey and the pivotal role BSF plays in empowering first-generation college students.   Tony discusses his experiences in mentoring youth and building career pathways, emphasizing the significance of internships and mentorships in navigating the workforce. He reflects on the challenges he faced while pursuing higher education and how those experiences shape his vision for the future of BSF. Marcos and Suleyma explore the foundation's growth, including its expansion into trades and the introduction of the Student Success Skills Program, designed to equip students with essential life skills and career readiness.   Listeners will gain valuable insights into the scholarship application process, which opens on March 1st and closes on March 31st, as well as the importance of community partnerships in creating opportunities for students. Join us as we celebrate the power of perseverance, mentorship, and the transformative impact of education. You can go to the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation website to apply: https://www.barrientosscholarship.org/apply-now [https://www.barrientosscholarship.org/apply-now] List of scholarships:  BSF, In Honor of Ella and Vidal Barrientos, Arts/Education - $6,000 CHI Health, Healthcare - $1,000 Cinco de Mayo Omaha, Communications, Journalism, Marketing - $4,000 Clarkson College, Healthcare - $2,500 Geena Gomez, Masters in Education/Special Education - $5,000 JE Dunn, Construction Mgt. at UNK, UNL, or UNO - $5,000 Lozafina, General - $1,000 MagicTouch/Eddie Sandoval, Nursing - $2,500 MagicTouch, Business - $2,500 Methodist College, Healthcare - $2,500 Nebraska Furniture Mart, Business/Communications - $3,000 Metro Community College Only BSF/MCC, Any - $5,000 CHI Health/MCC, Healthcare - $5,000 JE Dunn/MCC, Trades - $5,000 MagicTouch/MCC, Trades - $5,000 Omaha Public Power District (OPPD)/MCC, Trades - $5,000 This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com [https://hurrdatmedia.com/network/] or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@Hurrdat_ONE]! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

The Power of Representation in Marketing & PR with Tally & Michelle

In this milestone 10th episode of Performance Parakone, Marcos and Suleyma celebrate with special guests Tally Velasco and Michelle Vega from Lozafina Marketing. As partners of the Barrientos Scholarship Foundation, Tally and Michelle share their insights on the importance of community engagement and the role their Latina-owned marketing firm plays in uplifting diverse voices in Omaha.   Tally, the executive digital content curator, discusses her journey in digital content creation and the challenges of promoting clients while managing a busy schedule. Michelle, the executive director of creative designs, reflects on her path from a sports marketing internship to leading design efforts at Lozafina. Together, they explore the dynamics of working in a predominantly white industry and the impact of being a woman of color in the marketing field.   Xitlally “Tally” Velasco is the Executive Digital Content Curator at Lozafina Marketing and Public Relations. She is a University of Nebraska at Omaha journalism graduate with a concentration in public relations and advertising and a minor in Psychology. Velasco is a first-generation college student with roots in Oaxaca, Mexico. Her work interests include copywriting, editing, marketing, social media management, and event planning. You can contact Tally at tally.lozafina@gmail.com [tally.lozafina@gmail.com]. Michelle Vega is the Executive Director of Creative Designs at Lozafina Marketing and Public Relations. She also proudly served in the Girl Talk Sports Marketing & Communications Internship Program, co-created by Lozafina and EPIC for Girls. Michelle is a University of Nebraska Omaha graphic design graduate and a Goodrich Scholarship Scholar. You can contact Michelle at michelle.lozafina@gmail.com [michelle.lozafina@gmail.com]. Link to their website https://www.lozafina.com/ [https://www.lozafina.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lozafina/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/lozafina/] IG: https://www.instagram.com/lozafinallc/ [https://www.instagram.com/lozafinallc/] FB: https://www.facebook.com/LozafinaLLC [https://www.facebook.com/LozafinaLLC] Twitter: https://x.com/LozaFina [https://x.com/LozaFina]   This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com [https://hurrdatmedia.com/network/] or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@Hurrdat_ONE]! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]