2009 Texas LEAD: Prof. Development Conference

Includes Breakfast, Workshops, Lunch, Resume Clinic, Social Media Presentation, Interactive Roundtables. Registration: $10-20. Tickets sell out fast. www.texaslead.com

Once again and for the 7th consecutive year TEXAS LEAD (www.texaslead.com) is offering to business leaders, students and professionals the premiere Leadership, Education and Diversity program in Austin.

This year's theme has been appropriately named "Take the LEAD. Make your MARK" which is defined by excellence in leadership and excellence in self-branding. These two areas evolved in response to the professional development needs of our members, readers, partners and listeners concerned about our fast changing economy.

As a result, this year's 2009 Texas LEAD (www.texaslead.com) will be designed to help students, managers, executives and entrepreneurs develop their Leadership and Branding strategies and skills. You will learn what tools you need to launch or enhance your career or business. In addition to the powerful presentations, the event will also help you Take the LEAD and Make your Mark by:

* connecting with leaders of both the Hispanic and African-American Business communities through Networking and Interactive Sessions,
* learning key success factors that help Hispanics and African Americans launch careers and build businesses,
* building your brand with the all new CAREER WORKSHOP and Social Media presentations and
* increasing your visibility through professional networking and workshop interaction.

Go to www.texaslead.com for speaker info and registration.