Mr. Rivero began his career with the U.S. Department of Labor in 1978. He served as the District Director for S. Florida between 1991-2004. Mr. Rivero was responsible for developing and directing the Division’s programs and operations in S. Florida. This included the enforcement, compliance, education and information programs conducted under the statutory authority contained in the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and others. He was also a member of the Wage and Hour National and Regional Office teaching staff. Since retiring from the Department of Labor, Mr. Rivero has acted as a consultant for businesses in designing policies and procedures and implementing compensation systems to ensure compliance with the FLSA and other employment laws. Additionally, Mr. Rivero has served as an expert in the Federal District Court for both management and employees on matters relating to the FLSA. Mr. Rivero is currently President of H.R. Management Consultants, Inc. He is also Past President of the South Florida Compensation and Benefits Association, an affiliate of the World at Work organization and currently serves on the Board of Director for the Florida Restaurant Association, Miami-Dade Chapter. Jorge