Dr. Sarajini Bose of Ashley Pediatrics Day and Night Clinic, was named the 2022 Outstanding Community Partner by the Office of the Governor. Dr. Ashley Bose, family medicine doctor at Ashley Pediatrics, accepted the award on behalf of the clinic recently at the Governor’s Small Business Series event on South Padre Island. Ronnie Larralde, executive director of the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce, nominated Ashley Pediatrics and Bose for the award.…
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Mario Lizcano, administrator of Corporate Affairs at DHR Health, is the new president of the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce board of directors. Lizcano’s term began on Oct. 1 with him succeeding Michael Williamson, current executive vice president of commercial lending at Texas National Bank. Lizcano’s service to the chamber includes being a Chamber Ambassador beginning in 2007 and serving on the board 2015. Lizcano currently serves on the Texas Commission…
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Dulce Cortina is the new director of membership for the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce. She will work closely with chamber staff and the board of directors to expand and service more than 400 chamber members. Cortina demonstrates a strong commitment to leadership growth and training, having more than eight years of experience in management. “I am excited to be able to join the team and have a positive impact on…
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Meet the new UTRGV coaches, learn about UTRGV affiliate programs and promote your business. The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and UTRGV Athletics programs host a collaborative “Vaqueros Mean Business” networking mixer on Sept. 22 at the Wingbarn – McColl. During the mixer, business professionals will have the opportunity to network and learn about different business opportunities the UTRGV affiliation program has to offer. Those planning to attend must RSVP to…
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The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce welcomed the new Leadership Edinburg Class XXXIV on Sept. 8 with a welcome luncheon sponsored by Lifestar EMS and Kids Kollege Learning Center. During the luncheon Mayor Ramiro Garza Jr., board members of the Edinburg Chamber and City Council Members addressed the class and stressed the importance of leadership development and volunteerism. Councilmen Jason De Leon also shared his experience in completing the Leadership Edinburg…
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The Latina Leadership Conference on Sept. 16 in Edinburg is for all women who are looking to grow within themselves and to become leaders in their respective business communities. Seminars include “How to Navigate the Work Place,” “Building an Brand Image,” “Social Media Tips,” Life/Work Balance” and more. Further information and registration is available online.
The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for its 2022 Man & Woman of the Year Award. The winners will receive recognition at the 90th annual Installation & Awards Banquet on Nov. 16. Each year, the Edinburg Chamber organizes a committee that appoints a man and a woman as the award winners. The selected individuals must excel in professional and civic commitment within the community of Edinburg. Nomination…
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The South Texas Builders Expo takes place Aug. 20 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Aug. 21 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance. The expo hosts the region’s top exhibitors in homebuilding products, service solutions and up-to-date technology. Entrance to the two-day expo is free. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet hundreds of builders from the industry’s top companies as well as…
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The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce hosts its quarterly Public Affairs Luncheon on Aug. 9 with the topic “State of Our Education.” Attendees of the luncheon will learn about the advancements and challenges facing Edinburg’s educational institutions. Featured panelists include UTRGV President Guy Bailey, Edinburg CISD Superintendent Mario H. Salinas and State Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa. Hinojosa, who is active on the Standing Committee for Education, will be on hand to…
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Mateo Leal saw the burgeoning growth of Rio Grande Valley cities in the early 2000s and noted a gap in how some markets were served. “How about the communities on the fringes of the Valley?” It’s a question Edward Leal recalled his father asking when the family first envisioned the hardware stores that today dot Hidalgo County. Rural areas on the outskirts of city limits were poised for growth but…
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