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Celebrando Austin - An Event to RememberBy Brittany Brunson, Media and EducationPhotos provided by fi eldphotography.com

“Nothing short of fantastic”“The best in 37 years”“What an event!”

These were just a few of the comments made by the attendees of the 2010 Celebrando Austin Awards Banquet. Together with 900 attendees, Celebrando Austin truly celebrated all that Austin is by highlighting the area’s accomplishments while honoring award winners, inducting the 2010 GAHCC Board of Directors and recognizing the accomplishments of Hispanics in the Austin Community.

Crowds walked into the Hilton’s Grand Ballroom led by the ladies in red, the all female mariachi, Las Alteñas. Honorary co-chairs Congressman Lloyd Doggett and Police Chief Art Acevedo began the evening and then turned the reins over to KEYE-TV’s Ron Oliveira who gracefully emceed the evening’s events. The night’s celebration was highlighted with tango, salsa and cha-cha dancers who spun, dipped and sashayed across the dance fl oor. After a delicious dinner of fi let mignon, the 2010 Award Winners were presented. Notably, Gilbert M. Martinez won the Lifetime Achievement Award for his 40+ years of service in Central Texas. Rounding out the evening, the GAHCC lead-ership made its offi cial transition to its new Chair, Pilar Sanchez, and inducted the 21-member 2010 Board of Directors.

Fireworks, mariachis and tuxedos are what attendees will immediately remember when they look back at the fi rst Celebrando Austin event. But with a little thought, they will recall the recognition of leaders in the Hispanic community who have shaped Austin into what it is today. This is a true celebration of Austin.

Pilar Sanchez, ChairHousing Authority of the City of AustinAnna M. Sanchez, Chair ElectWells FargoGeorge A. Gutiérrez, TreasurerAustin American-Statesman/¡ahora sí! Celia Israel, SecretaryLockwood, Andrews & NewnamThomas “Tomás” Miranda, At-LargeMyndi Garrett, At-LargeBlanca Garcia, Past ChairCasa Blanca RealtyAnna Marie ArredondoIBMRodrigo CastillejaFarmers InsurancePaul Cruz, Ph.D.Austin Independent School DistrictRobert Franco, Jr. Bank of AmericaAmelia LopezMWM Design GroupTim McCoyBrazos Valley Communications, LTDJoe MorinGovernor’s Offi ce, Economic DevelopmentFlynn Nogueiradel Fuego Companies, LLCWill PennyGrand Central Auto James RashWalmart #1253Stephanie RichmondFrontier IdeasDavid RodriguezSage Point Financial, Inc.Geronimo RodriguezSeton Family of HospitalsJavier Valdez

NOTICIAS In This IssueEn esta Edición

Celebrando Austin - An Event to RememberThank You for Making Celebrando Austin a SuccessWilliamson County Summit a Success!Hispanic Austin Leadership Graduation - Your Vote CountsBorder Media announces Fred Cantu’s return to radioShopping Ahead is a Wise ChoiceWalmart Provides Public StatementHispanic Chamber HappeningsCommunity CalendarMember Recognition

Board of DirectorsMesa Directiva

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“Una noche fantástica”“El mejor en 37 años”“¡Que evento tan maravilloso!”

Estos son algunos de los comentarios de los asis-tentes al Banquete de Premios Celebrando Austin 2010. Junto a 900 asistentes, Celebrando Austin real-mente festejó toda la esencia de Austin al enaltecer los logros obtenidos en el área al otorgarle premios de honor a los ganadores, instalar la Junta Directive 2010 de GAHCC y reconocer los logros de los his-panos de la comunidad de Austin.

Los numerosos y distinguidos asistentes entraron al Hilton’s Grand Ballroom encabezados por las damas en rojo, el mariachi femenino, Las Alteñas. Los co-presidentes honorarios Congressman Lloyd Doggett y Police Chief Art Acevedo proclamaron el inicio del evento y luego le dieron las riendas a Ron Oliveira de KEYE-TV, quien sirvió de maestro de ceremonias. Durante la celebración se destacó la participación de los bailarines de tango, salsa y cha-cha–cha quienes giraron y se deslizaron al vaivén de la música alrededor de la pista de baile. Después de disfrutar una deliciosa cena de fi let mignon, se presentaron los ganadores de los premios 2010. Se destacó a Gilbert M. Martínez al ser galardonado con el premio de Lifetime Achievement Award por sus más de 40 años de servicio en Texas. Para culminar la noche, los lideres de GAHCC transfi rieron el poder a la nueva Presidente de la Junta Directiva, Pilar Sánchez, e incorporaron los 21 miembros de la Junta Directiva 2010.

Fuegos artifi ciales, mariachis y esmoquin es lo que recordarán los asistentes al mirar atrás al primer evento de Celebrando Austin. Así mismo recordarán el reconocimiento de los lideres de la comunidad hispana que han llevado a Austin a ser lo que es hoy día. Esta es una verdadera celebración de Austin.

Celebrando Austin - Un evento para recordar

Noticias April Copyright (c) 2010 Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce2

Power InvestorAT&TBank of AmericaH.E.B.Univision Radio Univision TVWells Fargo

Prestigious InvestorApplied MaterialsAustin American-Statesman/¡ahora si!Austin EnergyBrown Distributing Co./BudweiserHarutunian Engineering, Inc.International Bank of CommerceJPMorgan ChaseSeton Family of HospitalsState Farm Insurance CompaniesSt. David’s HealthCareTexas Gas ServiceUnitedHealthcare

Contributing Investor3mAmplify Federal Credit UnionAustin Coca-Cola Bottling Co.Baby AlcapulcoBBVA CompassBen White FloristBorder MediaCapital Metropolitan Transportation AuthorityCapital One BankDell Inc.El Mundo NewspaperESPN AustinFarm Credit Bank of TexasFrost BankGTECH CorporationHealthSouthHilton Austin HotelHowdy HondaIBMLamb’s Tire & Automotive CentersNorthwestern Mutual PBSJPepsi Bottling GroupProgressive InsuranceRadisson Hotel & Suites AustinRandallsReagan National Advertising of AustinRound Rock ExpressSam’s ClubSears Holdings CorporationSprintTime Warner CableTitus Electrical Contracting, Inc.University Federal Credit Union University of Texas at AustinVelocity Credit Union

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By Brittany Brunson, Media and Education

The Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce extends a heartfelt thank you to all of the people, and companies that made the Celebrando Austin Awards Banquet a success. Without each of these contributing parties, an event the size and gran-deur of Celebrando Austin would not be possible. The GAHCC is thankful to be a part of a community that is willing to volunteer their time and resources to help celebrate all that Austin is.

Traducción de Carolina Modesto

La Cámara de Comercio Hispana hace participe su caluroso agradeci-miento a cada una de las personas y compañías que contribuyeron al éxito del Banquete de Premios Celebrando Austin. Sin cada una de las partes contribuyentes, un evento de la magnitud y grandeza de Celebrando Austin, no hubiera sido posible. La Cámara es dichosa de ser parte de una comunidad que está dispuesta a dar de su valioso tiempo y recursos para ayudar en la celebración de lo que es Austin.

Thank You for Making Celebrando Austin a SuccessGracias por contribuir al éxito de Celebrando Austin

Sponsored by/Patrocinadores:

Special Thanks/Gracias especial:360 Print Solutions, Echo Earth Media, Esquina Tango, Hilton Austin Hotel, KVUE-TV, Mercury Mambo, Peggy Vasquez, Telemundo, Third

Cousins Media, Univision, WhiteFire Diamonds & Fine JewelryCelebrando Austin Awards Banquet Chair Anna M. Sanchez

Honorary Co-Chairs/Co-Chairs Honorarios:U.S. Congressman Lloyd Doggett and City of Austin Police Chief Art Acevedo

Volunteers/Voluntarios: Al Carmona, Albert Vazquez, Ana Lopez, Becky Rosburg, Carolina Modesto, Chelsea Lopez, Diego Flores, Francesca Flores, Herman DeLa-

Fuente, Karla Braun, Laura Rodriguez, Melissa Alvarez, Michael Conn, Nadia Soto, Nic Taunton,Nicole Aguilar, Pepe Flores, Rockey Gomez, Stephanie Reyos, Stephanie Rios, Tanisha Wilson,

Veronica Carrillo, Victoria Rodriguez, Yesika Acuna

Master of Ceremonies/Maestro de ceremonias: Ron Oliveira

Celebrando Austin Planning Committee/Comité de Planifi cación de Celebrando AustinMarianne M. Martinez, Jennifer Naman, Vicki Rodriguez

2010 Celebrando Austin Awards Winners

Paul SaldañaBusinessman of the Year

Adriana RodriguezBusinesswoman of the Year

MWM DesignGroupSmall Business of the Year

Wells FargoCorporation of the Year

City of Austin Small & Minority Business Resources

Government Partner of the Year

Stefan Molina Volunteer of the Year

Jeanne McLeod and Rene CamposAmbassadors of the Year

Gilbert MartinezLifetime Achievement Award

Myndi GarrettChair’s Award


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By Alicia Maldonado, Director of Internet & Business Relations

On March 12th, the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GAHCC) kicked off the fi rst-ever Williamson County Small Business & Education Summit in Round Rock, Texas. In partnership with the regional Chambers, the event was sold out with over 350 registered attendees from the Northern Travis and Williamson County area.

As Master of Ceremonies, Luis Patiño, General Manager of Univision TV, welcomed attendees and began the Opening Ceremonies by introducing the Stony Point Jr. ROTC Color Guard in the Presenta-tion of Colors and presenting Haide Gonzales of Round Rock High School who performed the National Anthem.

Providing an inspirational message, Texas Secretary of State Espe-ranza “Hope” Andrade, addressed how “Small Business is Big Busi-ness” and discussed the importance of small business to the Texas’ economy. Closing the Opening Ceremonies was Round Rock City Council Member Carlos Salinas who provided an insightful presen-tation on The Shifting of Williamson County Demographics.

Attendees then had an opportunity to participate in the morning breakout sessions. The fi rst session, Education in the Region, ex-plored the importance of public education relative to small busi-ness and economic development. Leading the session was Dr. Je-sus Chavez, Superintendent of Round Rock Independent School District and Hannah Gourgey of E3 Alliance.

The second session, Small Business Opportunities in Williamson County, provided tips on how to do business with larger organiza-tions aff ecting Williamson County. The session was moderated by Stephanie Richmond of Richmond International Connections and the panel included: Jesus Mantas of IBM, Ramiro Flores of Round Rock ISD, Bill VanKampen of Walmart, and Mark Jones of Texas De-partment of Transportation.

With a focus on Education, the luncheon began with Patiño intro-ducing Pilar Sanchez, GAHCC Board of Directors Chair. Sanchez ad-dressed the importance of the GAHCC’s partnership with the sur-rounding Chambers and the GAHCC’s vision. She also introduced, Commissioner of Higher Education, Dr. Raymund A. Paredes who

keynoted the luncheon. Joining us at the luncheon were students from the region’s School Districts who provided testimonies on how business relates to their education. Students included: Astrid Villalpando of Cedar Park High School, Tania Tome of Connally High School, Naveed Hosseinmardi of Round Rock High School.

After the luncheon, attendees had the opportunity to attend the afternoon breakout sessions. The fi rst session, Small Business in the Community, covered the importance of small businesses work-ing with the community. Moderating the session was Nyle Maxwell, Former Mayor of Round Rock and Principal of Nyle Maxwell Fam-ily of Dealerships, joining him on the panel was Tom Ramsey of Snappy Snacks, Jon Sloan of First Texas Bank in Round Rock and Dr. Gwendolyn Webb-Hasan of the Texas A&M University and David Davenport of Capital Area Food Bank of Texas.

The second breakout session, Access to Capital for Small Business, provided information on how to prep for a bank loan and discussed alternative funding solutions. The session was moderated by Cole Harmonson of Far West Capital and panelists included: Adeline Rem of Celtic Bank, Tanya Ladha of PeopleFund, Hall Martin of Austin Entrepreneur Network, Monica Medina of Frost Bank and Nacole Thompson of Wells Fargo.

The event ended on a high note at the Networking Reception.

The GAHCC would like to thank the following Chambers and its members for partnering with us: Cedar Park, Georgetown, Hutto, Leander, Pfl ugerville, Round Rock, Taylor and the Williamson Coun-ty African American Chamber of Commerce.

We would also like to thank Brown Distributing and Quality Pro-motions for their support and our exhibitors for their participa-tion: Modern Woodmen of America, TexHealth Central Texas, Tra-vis County/ Texas General Land Offi ce, New York Life, Titus Electric, Watkins Insurance, Gallagher Benefi ts Services, State Farm, Staples, YHT Productions, LowBudget Insurance - Beijo Bags, El Amistad, the GAHCC Procurement Committee and the GAHCC Health and Wellness Committee.

Williamson County Summit a Success!

Copyright (c) 2010 Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of CommerceNoticias April 5

Sponsored by/Patrocinado por:

Copyright (c) 2010 Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

¡La conferencia cumbre en Williamson County ha sido un éxito!

Noticias April 6


El 12 de marzo, la Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GAHCC) lanzó su primer Williamson County Small Business & Education Summit en Round Rock, Texas. En asociación con las Cámaras de Comercio region-ales, el evento contó con más de 350 asistentes inscritos de las áreas de Northern Travis y Williamson County.

El Maestro de ceremonias, Luis Patiño, General Manager de Univision TV, le dio la bienvenida a los asistentes e inició la Ceremonia de Apertura con la presentación de Stony Point Jr. ROTC Color Guard en la “Presentación de Colores”. Luego introdujo a Haide Gonzales de Round Rock High School quien cantó el Himno Nacional.

Con un mensaje inspirador, la Texas Secretary of State Esperanza “Hope” Andrade abordó el tema titulado “Small Business is Big Business” donde discutió la importancia de las pequeñas empresas en la economía de Texas. Round Rock City Council Member Carlos Salinas dio clausura a la Ceremonia de Apertura e hizo una presentación llamada The Shifting of Williamson County Demographics sobre los cambios que se están dando en la población de dicha zona.

En seguida, los asistentes tuvieron la oportunidad de participar en las sesiones plenarias de la mañana. La primera, titulada Education in the Region, exploró la importancia de la educación pública en relación con el desarrollo de las pequeñas empresas y el desarrollo económico. El Dr. Jesus Chavez, Superintendent of Round Rock Independent School District y Han-nah Gourgey de E3 Alliance encabezarón la sesión.

La segunda sesión, Small Business Opportunities in Williamson County, nos brindó consejos sobre cómo hacer negocios con organizaciones grandes que tienen infl uencia en Williamson County. Stephanie Richmond de Rich-mond International Connections sirvió de moderadora y el panel incluyó a: Jesus Mantas de IBM, Ramiro Flores de Round Rock ISD, Bill VanKampen de Walmart, y Mark Jones de Texas Department of Transportation.

Teniendo como enfoque la educación, el almuerzo se inició con la intro-ducción que hizo el Sr. Patiño de Pilar Sanchez, GAHCC Board of Directors Chair. Sánchez abordó el tema de lo importante que ha sido la asociación de GAHCC con las cámaras vecinas y sobre todo la visión que ha tenido GAHCC. Además presentó al Commissioner of Higher Education, Dr. Ray-mund A. Paredes quien hizo el discurso principal durante el almuerzo. Los estudiantes de varios distritos escolares se unieron al almuerzo y dieron testimonio de cómo los negocios están relacionados a su educación. Entre los estudiantes que participaron fueron Astrid Villalpando de Cedar Park High School, Tania Tome de Connally High School, Naveed Hosseinmardi de Round Rock High School.

Después de disfrutar el almuerzo, los asistentes tuvieron la oportunidad de participar en las sesiones plenarias de la tarde. La primera, Small Business in the Community, habló sobre la importancia de que los pequeños nego-cios trabajen con la comunidad. El moderador fue Nyle Maxwell, antiguo alcalde de Round Rock y Presidente de Nyle Maxwell Family of Dealerships, junto a Tom Ramsey de Snappy Snacks, Jon Sloan de First Texas Bank en Round Rock, Dr. Gwendolyn Webb-Hasan de Texas A&M University y David Davenport de Capital Area Food Bank of Texas.

La segunda sesión plenaria, Access to Capital for Small Business propor-cionó información acerca de como prepararse para un préstamo bancario y se discutieron las diferentes alternativas de fi nanciamiento. La sesión fue moderada por Cole Harmonson de Far West Capital y entre los panelistas estuvieron Adeline Rem de Celtic Bank, Tanya Ladha de PeopleFund, Hall Martin de Austin Entrepreneur Network, Monica Medina de Frost Bank y Nacole Thompson de Wells Fargo.

El evento culminó con buenos resultados con una Recepción.

GAHCC agradece a las siguientes Cámaras de Comercio y sus miembros por asociarse a nosotros: Cedar Park, Georgetown, Hutto, Leander, Pfl uger-ville, Round Rock, Taylor y Williamson County African American Chamber of Commerce.

Nos gustaría reconocer a los promotores que contribuyeron a que el evento se llevara a cabo: IBM, Snappy Snacks, Time Warner Cable, Walmart, Wat-kins Insurance, y Zuphix.

También queremos darle las gracias a Brown Distributing y Quality Promo-tions por su gran apoyo, al igual que a nuestros expositores por su par-ticipación: Modern Woodmen of America, TexHealth Central Texas, Travis County/ Texas General Land Offi ce, New York Life, Titus Electric, Watkins Insurance, Gallagher Benefi ts Services, State Farm, Staples, YHT Produc-tions, LowBudget Insurance - Beijo Bags, El Amistad, GAHCC Procurement Committee y GAHCC Health and Wellness Committee.

Hispanic Chamber Happenings


Hispanic Chamber Happenings CalendarAPRIL1st: Power Networking Breakfast: La Palapa, 6640 Hwy 290 East (7:00 a.m.)2nd: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Bus & Nanthaveth, PLLC, 1601 W. 38th Street, Suite 202 (10:00 a.m.)8th: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: Casa Chapala Mexican Restaurant - Downtown, 101 San Jacinto Blvd. (4:00 p.m.)12th: Diabetes and Buena Salud Golf Classic, Falconhead Golf Club, 15201 Falconhead Blvd., (11:00 a.m.) 14th: Meet the Chamber: Habana 6th Street, 709 East 6th Street (5:30 p.m.) 29th: Hispanic Austin Leadership Graduation, Mexican American Culture Center, 600 River Street (6:00 p.m.)

For more information about our next Hispanic Chamber Happenings please visit our calendar online at www.gahcc.org/events.

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Community Calendar


Community CalendarAPRIL8th: Puntos de Vista 201014th: Global Trade Policy Forum 16th: San Diego High School’s 2010 Bishop’s Gala21st: International Mobility: Getting on Track21st and 22nd: Slow Money Austin25th: “Fore Cindy” - Golf Tournament 28th: 4th Annual Providing Help Creating Hope Spring Luncheon

MAY16th: Caring Family Network: Art Auction and Exhibition22nd: Easter Seals: Casino Royale

For more information about the events on our Community Calendar please visit www.gahcc.org/communitycalendarTo post your event on our Community Calendar please contact Selina Aguirre at (512) 462-4310


Hispanic Austin Leadership Graduation – Your Vote CountsGraduación del Hispanic Austin Leadership - Su voto es importante

By Brittany Brunson, Media and Education

The Greater Austin Community is invited to the Graduation of the Hispanic Austin Leadership (HAL) Class of 2010. The Graduation will take place at the Mexican American Cultural Center from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on April 29, 2010.

These 19 up-and-coming leaders trained, collaborated and honed their leadership skills over the last 8 months. Not only have they spent one full day a month focusing on diff erent hot button issues in Central Texas, they have committed themselves to their commu-nity and peers by working on a team project.

This is where, YOU, the community, play a role at HAL Gradua-tion! Each team will have 10 minutes to present their project fi nd-ings. We want you to vote on your favorite project. The topics are Healthcare, Education, Financial Stability, Civic Engagement and Environment. Last year’s winner was the Healthcare team who fo-cused on teen pregnancy. They created a PSA that gave a shocking representation of how a child can aff ect the life of a teen.

On April 29th you can hear how this year’s HAL class is making strides to positively impact the Greater Austin Community!

Tickets to HAL Graduation cost $25 and can be purchased at www.gahcc.org. Appetizers and drinks will be served. For more infor-mation on the HAL program, please contact Brittany Brunson at [email protected].


Se invita a la comunidad metropolitana de Austin al acto de graduación de la Clase del 2010 de Hispanic Austin Leadership. La graduación se dará cita en Mexican American Cultural Center de 6:00-8:00 p.m. el 29 de abril del 2010.

Estos 19 líderes prometedores se capacitaron, colaboraron y perfecci-onaron sus destrezas de liderazgo durante los últimos 18 meses. No solo han pasado todo un día al mes enfocándose en diferentes temas “impor-tantes” para Central Texas, sino que ellos se han comprometido con su comunidad y sus colegas al trabajar en un proyecto en equipo.

Es ahí donde USTEDES, la comunidad, juegan un rol en la Graduacion de HAL. Cada equipo tendrá 10 minutos para presentar los hallazgos de su proyecto. Deseamos que usted vote por su proyecto favorito. Los temas son Healthcare, Education, Financial Stability, Civic Engagement y Environment. El equipo ganador del año pasado fue el de Healthcare, quienes se enfocaron en el embarazo entre las adolescentes. Ellos cre-aron un PSA lo cual les mostró una impactante representación de cómo un niño puede afectar la vida de una adolescente.

El 29 de abril se podrá enterar de los adelantos que ha logrado la clase HAL de este año para crear un impacto positivo en la comunidad metro-politana de Austin.

Las boletos para la Graduacion de HAL cuestan son a $25 y los puede ad-quirir en www.gahcc.org. Podrán disfrutar de los aperitivos y bebidas que se servirán. Para más información sobre el programa de HAL, por favor comuníquese con Brittany Brunson en [email protected].

Noticias April 9

Noticias April 10


Border Media se enorgullece en anunciarles su nuevo co-presentador, Fred Cantú. Fred se unirá a Sammy Allred como parte del programa diario en 98.9 The Big Talker de 12:00-1:00 pm. Fred y Sammy habían trabajado juntos en el previamente cuando hacían un show matutino en el 1560 KTXZ a principios y a mediados de los 80.

Fred es un auténtico tejano, nacido en Brownsville, y cuya voz ha estado en el aire por más de 30 años. El comenzó trabajando en varias estaciones de radio para costear sus estudios universitarios. Actualmente, es el presentador principal de noticias vespertinas y nocturnas en KEYE-TV Telemundo.

“Nos sentimos muy complacidos con la llegada de Fred a nuestro equipo,” dice Del Core, Vice Presidente para el mercado de Austin. “Fred ha sido una fi gura fi ja en la comunidad de Austin desde 1990, y sabemos que constituye una magnifi ca adición a la empresa. Es muy bien conocido en la comunidad y tiene excelentes relaciones con muchos negocios y organizaciones. Fred será un miembro de gran valor para el futuro de nuestra estación.”

Border Media es una de las comunidades principales de los medios de comunicación con 29 estaciones de radio y propiedades en el Internet. En el último año, la compañía que comenzó como BMP Radio se ha desarrollado en Border Media. Border Media hace el esfuerzo de llevarle una programación original a sus oyentes que refl eje su cultura y la diversidad local.

Border Media announces Fred Cantú’s return to radioBorder Media anuncia el regreso de Fred Cantú a la radio

By Kesha Dirkson, Border Media

Border Media is proud to introduce their newest radio co-host, Fred Cantú. Fred will be joining Sammy Allred as part of the week-day show on 98.9 The Big Talker from 12:00-1:00 pm. Fred and Sammy worked together previously when they co-hosted a morn-ing show on 1560 KTXZ in the early and mid 80’s.

A native Texan born in Brownsville, Fred has been on the air in Aus-tin for 30 years. He started by working his way through college on a number of radio stations. Currently, he is the anchor for KEYE-TV’s Telemundo evening and late newscasts. “We are pleased to have Fred join our team,” says Del Core, Vice President of Austin Market. “Fred has been a fi xture in Austin com-munity since 1990, and we’re confi dent that he is a great addition. He is well known in the Austin community and has great relation-ships with many businesses and organizations. Fred will be a great asset to our station going forward.” Border Media is one of the nation’s leading media communities with 29 radio stations and online properties. Over the last year, the company that began as BMP radio has developed into Border Me-dia. Border Media strives to bring original programming to their listeners that refl ect local culture and diversity.


Shopping Ahead is a Wise Choice


By Alicia Maldonado, Director of Internet and Business Relations

It’s not easy to talk about death or laying your loved ones to rest, but sometimes making those decisions today can help save heartache and your wallet.

Cook-Walden Capital Parks Funeral Home, Cemeteries and Cremation Services off ers a detailed guide to planning funeral arrangements that allows you to easily record your wishes. By planning ahead you can se-lect aff ordable funeral plans that meet your needs and help take the responsibility from loved ones who are struggling with grief.

Cook-Walden is a member of the Dignity Memorial network of funeral, cremation and cemetery providers, and as such off ers exclusive Dignity Memorial products and benefi ts. With six locations in the greater Aus-tin area, Cook-Walden provides clients the opportunity to personalize their funeral service, eliminating guesswork for their family and allevi-ating their family’s burden of making diffi cult decisions at an already diffi cult time. Don’t miss this opportunity to lock in today’s prices for products and services that likely will be more expensive in the future and help your family avoid emotional overspending.

Dignity Memorial Burial Plans include: •Traditional Funeral Service•Visitation (one day)•Grave side Services•Service Vehicle(s)•Hearse•Your choice of Plan Casket•Memorial Stationary•Floral Selection•Outer Burial Container (optional)•24-Hour Compassion Help line•Aftercare Planner•Everlasting Memorial

Dignity Memorial Cremation Plans include:•Service Vehicle(s)•Crematory Fee•Cremation Casket/Container•Memorial Urn Selection•Memorial Stationary•Floral Selection•24-Hour Compassion Help line•Aftercare Planner•Everlasting Memorial

For more information, please contact Janie Hernandez Lang, Family Service Counselor and Pre-Arrangement Specialist, at (512) 251-4118

or via email at [email protected].

Noticias April 11

Financing Commercial Real Estate in the SBA 7(a) & USDA

programs from $500k - $10 Million

Adeline RemCeltic Bank [email protected]

Time Warner Cable Business Class is proud to serve the Williamson and Northern Travis County areas. And since we’re

located right here in your own backyard, the personalized service and customized product solutions you need to help your

small business grow are always well within reach.

OPERATE LIKE A BIG COMPANY,

SPEND LIKE A SMALL ONE.

Joe MoralesAccount Executive

(512) [email protected]


Comprar con anticipación, es una opción sabiaTraducción de Carolina Modesto

La muerte es un tema difícil para nosotros al igual que lo es el colocar en reposo fi nal a nuestros seres queridos, por eso, tomar la decisión de planifi car hoy le puede economizar muchos dolores de cabeza… y dinero.

Los servicios funerarios de Cook-Walden Capital Parks Funeral Home, Cemeteries and Cremation Services les ofrece una guía detallada que le ayuda a preparar los servicios fúnebres y así aliviar el dolor al momento de perder un ser querido. Al planifi car con anticipación, usted puede seleccionar un plan ac-cesible que reúna sus requisitos y le ayudará a quitar la responsabilidad a sus seres queridos quienes estarán pasando por momentos de afl icción.

Con seis locales en el área metropolitana de Austin, Cook-Walden provee a sus clientes la oportunidad de personalizar sus servicios funerarios, lo cual evita que los familiares tengan que hacer conjeturas al respeto y les alivia la carga de tomar decisiones difíciles en un momento que de por sí es doloroso. No deje pasar la oportunidad de fi jar los precios de hoy por productos y servicios que probablemente sean más costosos en el futuro, lo cual ayuda a que su familia no realice gastos innecesarios o emocionales.

El Plan de Entierro Dignity Memorial : •Servicio funerario tradicional •Visitas (por un día) •Servicio religioso en el cementerio •Vehiculo(s) de servicio •Coche fúnebre •Elección de ataúd •Estampillas conmemorativas •Arreglos fl orales •Contenedor exterior para sepultura (opcional) •Línea de ayuda de compasión las 24 horas •Planifi cador para cuidados póstumos •Conmemorativo eterno

Para mayor información, favor de contactar a Janie Hernandez Lang, Consejera de Servicio Familiar al (512) 251-4118.

Noticias April 12

El Plan de Cremación de Dignity Memorial incluye: •Vehiculo(s) de servicio•Cargos por servicios crematorios•Cremación•Coche fúnebre•Ataúd/contenedor•Selección de urna conmemorativa•Estampillas conmemorativas•Selección de fl ores•Línea de ayuda de compasión las 24 horas •Planifi cador para cuidados póstumos•Conmemorativo eterno

Walmart Provides Public StatementWalmart Hace Anuncio al Público

By Kellie Duhr Public Aff airs and Government Relations

The rumors circulating via text message, and other means, about Walmart coordinating or supporting immigration raids in our stores are not true. These rumors are baseless and inaccurate. We think it's unfortunate that such unsubstantiated rumors are spread.

On immigration reform, our position is clear. We believe reform is needed. We are committed to working with all interested parties – lawmakers, employers, and consumers – to make comprehen-sive reform a reality.

The rumors circulating via text message, and other means, about Walmart coordinating or supporting immigration raids in our stores are not true. These rumors are baseless and inaccurate. We think it's unfortunate that such unsubstantiated rumors are spread.

On immigration reform, our position is clear. We believe reform is needed. We are committed to working with all interested parties – lawmakers, employers, and consumers – to make comprehen-sive reform a reality.

Kellie Duhr Public Aff airs and Government Relations

Los rumores que están circulando por medio de mensajes de texto, y otros medios, indicando que Walmart está apoyando o coordinando redadas con-tra inmigrantes en nuestras tiendas son falsos. Estos rumores son erróneos y sin fundamento. Pensamos que es lamentable que estos rumores sean propagados.

Nuestra posición sobre la reforma migratoria es clara. Creemos que la re-forma es necesaria. Estamos comprometidos a colaborar con las partes in-teresadas, legisladores, empleadores y consumidores, para que la reforma migratoria se convierta en realidad.

Small Business/ Pequeñas EmpresasAntonia Warren Real Estate TeamBartlett & SchoberBrazos Valley Communications, LTDCasa Chapala Mexican Restaurant - DowntownDMD DesignWorkseTech SolutionsHanger OrthopedicIronStone BankLonghorn Professional CleaningLuna InsuranceMetro Delivery Inc. Tara MillerTodd Crosley State Farm

Corporate/ CorporacionesEmmis Austin RadioGeneral Motors Corporation

(512) 431-7329(512) 743-5001(512) 944-6520(512) 479-1201(512) 507-1086(512) 873-0447(512) 276-0094(512) 514-9563(512) 733-0193(512) 444-6500(512) 832-1895(512) 587-3866(512) 447-5294

(512) 832-4092(469) 417-7081

New Member/Nuevos MiembrosSmall Business/ Pequeñas EmpresasAmerican Bank of Commerce El Gallo RestaurantEva Maria Garza-Nyer Janie MontemayorJose I. Guerra, Inc. Consulting EngineersPerry LorenzTeri M. Moreno Agency - Allstate Financial Services, LLC

Corporate/ CorporacionesAustin Coca-Cola Bottling Co.Grande Communications,Inc.Progressive Insurance CompanyRandallsTitus Electrical Contracting, LP

Non-Profi t /Organzaciones Sin Fines de LucroCity of Austin - Assistant City Manager’s Offi ceCounty Commissioner Sarah EckhardtHousing Authority of the City of AustinPfl ugerville Indepndent School DistrictRound Rock ISDState Representative Dawnna DukesTexas Workforce Comm [HUB]The Blood Center of Central Texas - South Austin

(512) 391-5808(512) 444-6696(512) 841-2012 (512) 258-5246(512) 445-2090(512) 478-8774(512) 441-8597

(512) 836-7272(512) 220-4000(800) 776-4737(713) 268-3652(512) 339-1111

(512) 974-7789(512) 854-9222(512) 477-4488(512) 594-0000(512) 464-5022(512) 463-0506(512) 463-2483(512) 206-1148

Renewal Member/Miembros que Renovaron

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CONTACT US/CONTÁCTENOSGREATER AUSTIN HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Andy Martinez, President/CEO(512) 476-7502, [email protected]

Mercedes Feris, Director of Events & Tourism(512) 462-4316, [email protected]

Mari Flores, Director of Finance & Human Resources(512) 462-4303, [email protected]

Nayeli Gallegos, Director of Economic Development(512) 462-4302, [email protected]

Alicia Maldonado, Director of Internet & Business Relations(512) 462-4314, [email protected]

Margaret Smith, Sales & Corporate Relations Manager(512) 462-4317, [email protected]

Selina Aguirre, Membership Specialist(512) 462-4310, [email protected]

Brittany Brunson, Program Specialist Media & Education(512) 462-4313, [email protected]

Joshua J. Garza, Internet Media & Education Specialist(512) 462-4305, [email protected]

Erika Dresser, Executive Assistant(512) 462-4300, [email protected]

Hispanic Technology Institute of Austin (HTIA)Heberto Ochoa, Program Manager(512) 928-2594, [email protected]

Adriana Dominguez, Program Administrator(512) 928-2594, [email protected]

VISIT US/VISÍTENOSGreater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

2800 South IH 35, Suite 260Austin, Texas 78704

P: (512) 476-7502F: (512) 476-6417www.gahcc.org

Emerging Enterprises - Business Incubator1144 Airport Blvd., Suite 260

Austin, Texas 78702P: (512) 928-2594F: (512) 928-2747

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