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Written by Oscar Herrera, the first Hispanic cabinet member in the state of Wisconsin, this book is a fascinating journey of an ordinary man achieving extraordinary results in all facets of life. 

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A Memoir by
Oscar Herrera

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About Oscar

Oscar Herrera was born and raised in Mexico City, where he attended Catholic grade school and high school.  He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Economics in 1974 from the National University of Mexico (UNAM).

 

In 1979 he came to the University of Wisconsin-Madison to pursue graduate studies in Economic Development.  Upon his return to Mexico in 1983, he worked for the Federal Department of Agriculture in executive level positions.  He married a girl from Wisconsin, which led him to return to Madison, Wisconsin in 1985.  

 

He worked for the state of Wisconsin for 30 years in different capacities, becoming the first Hispanic head of a State Agency.  Oscar retired from the state in 2014.  The idea to write his autobiography came from a colleague who suggested he write a book of his struggles and accomplishments in Wisconsin.

 

Oscar devotes much of his free time to sports and hiking.  He is currently working on his second book about his college years.  He has two daughters, both of whom graduated from Ivy League colleges.   He currently lives with his wife in his beloved Madison.

Interview

Interview begins at 8:15

"An immigrant who couldn't get a job, despite his qualifications and achievements in Mexico, went on to make history as the first Hispanic cabinet member in the state of Wisconsin.

In a time of increasing unemployment and uncertainty about the future, this book is an inspiring true story about perseverance and grit. Within you'll unlock the motivation to bet on yourself and stop at nothing to achieve your dreams."

R.L.

Photos

Oscar's life and career portrayed through a series of images.

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