CELEBRATING HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
J. Peter Gomez Xcel Energy
TITLE:
Principal Consultant, Integrity Management Programs EDUCATION:
HEADQUARTERS: Minneapolis, Minnesota WEBSITE: www.xcelenergy.com BUSINESS: Gas and electric utility REVENUES: $10.7 billion EMPLOYEES: 11,942
BS, New Mexico State University LAST BOOK I READ:
Lefty: An American Odyssey, by Vernona Gomez and Lawrence Goldstone MY PERFECT DAY:
Enjoying a picnic and hiking in the mountains with family and friends INTERESTS:
Gardening, bike riding, reading
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How has your heritage been beneficial or helpful in your career/and or business relationships? Growing up in a small community in northern New Mexico, the pride exhibited in Hispanic culture was clearly evident. Many families, including my own, can trace their roots back many generations to the early Spanish colonists. As a youngster, I recall witnessing the pride, strong work ethic, and dedication demonstrated by my parents and other family members. It is this memory that has driven me to apply these traits throughout my career.
› Are there any stereotypes of Hispanics/Latinos that should be refuted or are incorrect? The Hispanic/Latino community is extremely broad and encompasses the world. The stereotype that we all are from Mexico is a misnomer. › What do you think is the greatest issue or dilemma facing the Hispanic/Latino community today? Due to the rapid growth we are witnessing in the Hispanic/Latino community, one of the biggest challenges will be how to operate as a majority rather than a minority group. This concept in itself opens up a wealth of issues never before faced by the Hispanic/Latino community.
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