Awards and Recognitions
Events
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Women-Owned Small Business Pitch Competition
Online TX, United StatesThe Beacon State Fund, in partnership with the Governor's Commission for Women, hosts the Women-Owned Small Business Pitch Competition June 1. Texas women-owned small businesses may apply, explaining how their businesses pivoted in uncertain times of the pandemic. To qualify for the pitch competition, a business must meet the following eligibility criteria: Is at least 51-percent owned, controlled, operated and managed by a woman or women. Made $1,000,000 or less…
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Legendary Businesswomen’s Luncheon
Embassy Suites by Hilton 800 Convention Center Blvd., McAllen, TX, United StatesThe McAllen Chamber of Commerce's All About Women Committee hosts the annual Legendary Businesswomen’s Luncheon May 27. The event will honor McAllen attorney Katie Klein, co-owner of Dairy Queen restaurants Laurie Lozano and Dr. Fredericka Borland. Naxi Lopez of The Monitor will interview each honoree about their experiences as they developed their business careers. Embassy Suites McAllen will serve lunch. The cost to attend the event is $35 for chamber…
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Buenas Tardes Luncheon-Community Leader Spotlight
Mission Event Center 200 South Shary Road, Mission, TX, United StatesThe Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce presents its Buenas Tardes Luncheon Sept. 16, spotlighting community leaders. Honorees include Sarah Hammond, president of Atlas Electrical, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Plumbing Services; State Sen. Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa; and Nick Rhodes, president of Rhodes Enterprises. Tickets are $50. Table sponsorships are available for $425. Register online or contact the chamber.
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Greater Harlingen Chamber First Annual Gala
Hilton Garden Inn Harlingen Convention Center 751 Harlingen Heights Drive, Harlingen, TX, United StatesThe Greater Chamber of Harlingen hosts its inaugural Annual Gala Oct. 21 at the Hilton Garden Inn Harlingen Convention Center. Throughout the evening, the chamber will honor the many organizations and people who've stood out to better the City of Harlingen. This gala will also showcase how the Chamber has evolved throughout the past years and the new direction it's taking. Sponsorship information is available online. To reserve a table…
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McAllen “Man & Woman of the Year” Awards
McAllen Convention Center 700 Convention Center Boulevard, McAllen, TX, United StatesJoin the McAllen Chamber of Commerce Oct. 7 to celebrate this year’s Man & Woman of the Year. This year's honorees are McAllen Police Chief Victor R. Rodriguez and Sally Fraustro-Guerra. For table reservations or sponsorships, contact Blanca Cardenas at 956-682-2871 or bcardenas@mcallenchamber.com.
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McAllen Legendary Businesswomen’s Luncheon
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton 1800 S 2nd Street, McAllen, TX, United StatesThe annual McAllen Legendary Businesswomen’s Luncheon takes place March 10 honoring McAllen businesswomen. This year's honorees are owner of Cantu Special Events Blanca Cantu, owner and CEO of Mego Afek USA Raquel Hochman and CEO of Bert Ogden Auto Group Natasha Del Barrio. The honorees will share how they overcame adversity and challenges to reach their business goals. The event includes lunch by the DoubleTree Hotel. The cost to attend…
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Civics Bee Competition
Brownsville Events Center 1 Events Center Blvd., Brownsville, TX, United StatesThe National Civics Bee comes to Brownsville on May 11 at the Brownsville Events Center. Students will be competing to be the named the first Brownsville #NationalCivicsBee champion. Share your support and cheer on finalists as they compete for national acclaim and cash prizes. Finalists are: Dayanna Rodriguez Ceja, IDEA Owassa Kate Aleman, Stillman Middle School Jared Calderon, South Texas Preparatory Academy Seanah Mireles, IDEA San Benito Christopher Zendejas, Oliveira…
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Women of Distinction Awards Dinner
Mission Event Center 200 South Shary Road, Mission, TX, United StatesThe RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosts the 2022 Women of Distinction Awards Dinner at the Mission Event Center on June 15. This event is a celebration of women who have excelled throughout their careers while also being involved in community building. Categories are Health, Education, Government, Entrepreneur, Professional, Rising Star, Arts and Entertainment, Humanitarian, and Military. Tickets are $50. Reserved tables of eight are $600. Tickets are available online…
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2023 AAF-Rio Grande Valley American Advertising Awards Gala Weekend
Courtyard Marriott South Padre Island 6700 Padre Boulevard, South Padre IslandJoin the American Advertising Federation - Rio Grande Valley for a fun-filled weekend at the Courtyard Marriott on South Padre Island from Feb. 17-19. The highlight of the weekend is the 2023 AAF-RGV American Advertising Awards celebrating the excellence in Rio Grande Valley advertising. It will take place on Saturday evening, Feb. 18. The AAF-Rio Grande Valley American Advertising Awards celebrate the excellence in RGV advertising. Gold, Silver and Bronze…