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President's Corner: Building a Culture
For about 4 years, we've been working hard to build a Chamber that our city would be proud of. From day one, we've tried to portray a place of professionalism, valued resources and a strong sense of community.
To be honest, we were actually building a culture of community and didn't even know it. Although our strategies have changed from time to time, our "culture" of helping, supporting and connecting our community has guided each and every one of our decisions.
This culture has assisted us in bringing value to our members, helping partners and has been key in our growth and visibility.
I recently had the pleasure of meeting and listening to the CEO of Coca Cola Southwest Beverages, Mark Schortman. He shared this great quote and confirmed that we are on the right path.
"Culture eats strategy for breakfast!" - Peter Drucker
Lesson: Do the right thing and great things happen.
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CHAMBER EVENTS - BE CONNECTED
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Join us on March 14th for the 2019 BuildFW Expo! Opportunities await as this BUILDFW event gives local businesses the chance to connect face-to-face with public and private entities to learn about their unique procurement process and supplier diversity programs. Register today and a find a list of exhibitors at the link below.
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March 14th, 2019
8:00AM to 12:00PM
Amon Carter Event Center
3200 Sanguinet St,
Fort Worth, TX 76107
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Get connected at Coffee with the Chamber on Friday, March 22nd! This morning networking event brings together FWHCC members, community members and guests to provide insights into local businesses. Invite a friend or colleague. This month's event is sponsored by Netplay Promotions.
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March 22nd, 2019
8:00AM
Location: TBD
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The FWHCC's Annual Awards Gala showcases the organization's success and celebrates those members who dedicate their time for the our organization and community. At the gala, we also pay tribute to the past and present military servicemen and women of our community. Proceeds from the gala benefit the FWHCC Scholarship Program. Sponsorships available.
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May 4, 2019
6:00PM - 10:00PM
Location:
The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel
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Support the FWHCC Scholarship Program
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Hear directly from 2018 FWHCC Scholarship Recipient, Daniela Suarez, on how the FWHCC Scholarship Program helped her reach her education goals. Watch now
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he FWHCC Scholarship Program provides local students, like Daniela, with financial support and encouragement, helping to ensure that cost is not a barrier to obtaining a higher education. With the support of the business community and university partners, the FWHCC is able to award Tarrant County students with scholarships each year. We greatly appreciate your support and partnership in the FWHCC Scholarship Program.
DONATE NOW
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Tarrant County Days at the Capitol
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The Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber President and Board Members recently joined local community and business leaders for Tarrant County Days at the Capitol in Austin. This is an annual opportunity for local leaders to interact with elected officials and departments at the Texas State Capitol.
Tarrant County Days was a joint effort coordinated by the Fort Worth and area chambers of commerce.
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Member Spotlight: Novo Nordisk
For 95 years, Novo Nordisk, a global leader in diabetes care, has been changing diabetes. Novo Nordisk makes innovative medicines to help people with diabetes manage their disease, believe that people should have access to care and treatment options, and offer support programs for patients. The company's ultimate goal is to defeat diabetes through prevention, detection and better management, and empower people with diabetes to live longer, healthier lives. They have built a business on the conviction that the formula for lasting success is to stay focused, think long-term and do business in a financially, socially and environmentally responsible way. Learn More
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Ambassador Spotlight: Magdalena Vallarino
Magdalena Vallarino was born in Bogota, Columbia in 1958 within a very philanthropic and altruistic family. She was raised by her brother and sister after father at the age of 3 and mother at the age of 13. After graduating high school, she attended Universidad De La Salle in Bogota seeking a degree in Biochemistry. She got married in 1981 and moved to California where she had her son and later moved back to Bogota where she had her daughter in 1985.
Recently she has extended Va-Por to include remodeling services (Va-Por Construction) and as of July 2018, Va-Por became MWBE certified. Her goal with this new venture is to continue to give well paid employment opportunities to more people and build affordable housing in Fort Worth.
Open
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and respect is a family legacy her parents left her and Vallarino's advice comes from this sentiment.
"Money is important, but never more important than the dignity of any person." Learn More
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Ribbon Cutting: Emerald Construction & Remodeling
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State of the Chamber Luncheon
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March 25, 2019
Fort Worth
On March 25, FWISD will become the first school district in the state to honor the lives of Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez with a school holiday.
Plans are underway to develop opportunities for service on that day
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Spring Symposium
March 28, 2019
Esports Stadium Arlington
Join the Alzheimer's Association at North Central Texas' largest education event focused on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The all-day symposium features expert speakers, a choice of informative and engaging presentations, and an exhibit hall
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