Inclusivity Business Resources Series: Finding STEM talent for your startup with Hispanotech
Want to learn how to unlock talent with Hispanotech.ca to grow your team and business?
Entrepreneurs often face significant challenges when it comes to recruiting the right talent to fuel their business growth. For new or scaling businesses, the task of attracting top professionals can be particularly daunting, especially when competing with larger, established firms. The high costs and complexities of recruiting professionals from their current roles further add to the difficulty. However, there is a solution that can help bridge this gap. By connecting with Hispanotech, entrepreneurs can tap into a well-qualified, local workforce that is eager and ready to contribute to their business success.
Registration Details
Hosted by Innovation Factory in partnership with Hispanotech.ca.
This session is designed for entrepreneurs and business leaders at any stage, whether you’re just starting out or in the process of scaling up. If you’re in need of professional talent in any field—not just technology—this event will provide valuable insights and resources to help you grow your team.
Accessibility
The event will be delivered virtually via Zoom. Closed captioning (CC) will be available to ensure accessibility for all participants. If you require additional accommodations, please contact [email protected].
What You’ll Learn
In this session, you will have the opportunity to connect with Hispanotech, a not-for-profit association of Latin American professionals in Canada. Through this connection, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the value that immigrant professionals bring to the table, particularly those who are new to Canada and eager to establish themselves in the workforce. This event will cover several key areas:
- Connecting with Hispanotech: Hispanotech is a powerful resource for businesses seeking to diversify and strengthen their teams. This not-for-profit association connects entrepreneurs with a network of skilled Latin American professionals in Canada, providing access to a pool of talent that is both qualified and motivated. By leveraging this network, you can find professionals who are ready to bring their expertise and fresh perspectives to your business, helping you to innovate and grow in a competitive market.
- The value of hiring immigrant professionals: Hiring immigrant professionals offers numerous benefits, particularly for businesses looking to enhance their diversity and tap into a wealth of global experience. Immigrant professionals, especially those who have recently landed in Canada, bring unique skills and a strong work ethic that can drive your business forward. This session will explore the advantages of hiring from this talent pool, including how it can lead to increased innovation, better problem-solving, and a more dynamic workplace culture.
- Early access to talent: One of the key advantages of connecting with Hispanotech is the ability to gain early access to this wealth of talent and experience. By building relationships with immigrant professionals soon after they arrive in Canada, you can secure top talent before they are absorbed by larger firms. This early access allows you to nurture and develop these professionals within your organization, creating a strong foundation for long-term growth and success.
Meet the speaker
Carlos Paz-Soldan
President, Hispanotech
Carlos is an I.T. professional and entrepreneur who is originally from Peru. During his career as an IT Professional, he has worked for and with companies large and small, in South America, Africa and North America. He holds an MBA from the University of Toronto (U of T).
After graduating from U of T in 1984, Carlos founded Tenet Computer Group Inc., a Toronto-based I.T. solutions provider. In 2016 he made a successful exit from Tenet and sold it, while retaining ownership of the software division to launch Techmien Corp, to continue developing innovative solutions for government and corporations.
Carlos also participates in several advisory boards and volunteers as the President of Hispanotech, an association dedicated to accelerating the success of Latin American technology professionals in Canada. He is also President of the Alma Children’s Education Foundation, dedicated to improving education in remote regions of South America.