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Formation and Early Years (1984): The MHCC was established to cater specifically to the needs of Hispanic businesses and professionals in Midland. The founding members aimed to unite these businesses under one umbrella to foster prosperity and pride within the community.
Mex-Tex Family Fiesta (1987): Initially known as the Mex-Tex Menudo Cook-Off, this event has become the largest celebration of Hispanic culture in the Permian Basin, attracting over 10,000 attendees annually.
Key Historical Milestones
Savannah Morales, CEO of the Midland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and owner of Masa Bakery, leads the Chamber's efforts to support Hispanic businesses and foster community growth in Midland. As a successful entrepreneur, Savannah brings valuable insights and leadership to the Chamber, driving initiatives that promote economic development and business success. Her dual roles as CEO and business owner make her a pivotal figure in the community, dedicated to empowering local businesses and advancing the Chamber's mission.
Savannah Morales
CEO
Masa Bakery
Executive
Samantha Hughes, Chair of the Midland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and owner of Trinity Personal Assistant Services, plays a crucial role in guiding the Chamber's strategic direction. With her extensive experience as a business owner, Samantha brings valuable leadership and a deep understanding of the local business landscape to her role as Chair. She is dedicated to fostering economic growth and supporting Hispanic businesses in the Midland community. Her leadership at both the Chamber and her own business exemplifies her commitment to empowering others and driving positive change in the region.
Samantha Hughes
Chair
Trinity Personal Assistant Services
Meet the Board
Vice-Chair of Legislative Affairs
The Sales Team Realtors
Carol Garza
Responsible for enhancing the Chamber's visibility, Carol uses her extensive real estate experience to effectively promote the Chamber's initiatives and support local businesses.
Vice-Chair of Finance
Truist Bank
Kevin Barton
Responsible for enhancing the Chamber's visibility, Carol uses her extensive real estate experience to effectively promote the Chamber's initiatives and support local businesses.
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Vice-Chair of Marketing
Carissa's Flowers & Events
Shelly Vargas
Responsible for enhancing the Chamber's visibility, Carol uses her extensive real estate experience to effectively promote the Chamber's initiatives and support local businesses.
Vice-Chair of Education
Pristine Organic Cleaners
Michelle Carrasco
Responsible for enhancing the Chamber's visibility, Carol uses her extensive real estate experience to effectively promote the Chamber's initiatives and support local businesses.
Parliamentarian
The Carrasco group
Anthony Nieto
Responsible for enhancing the Chamber's visibility, Carol uses her extensive real estate experience to effectively promote the Chamber's initiatives and support local businesses.
Secretary
Basin PBS
Erica Thomas
Responsible for enhancing the Chamber's visibility, Carol uses her extensive real estate experience to effectively promote the Chamber's initiatives and support local businesses.
Vice-Chair of Economic Development
TXP Capital
Sarah Stredic
Responsible for enhancing the Chamber's visibility, Carol uses her extensive real estate experience to effectively promote the Chamber's initiatives and support local businesses.
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Director
Magrym Consulting
Claudius Sanchez
Responsible for enhancing the Chamber's visibility, Carol uses her extensive real estate experience to effectively promote the Chamber's initiatives and support local businesses.
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Director
Better Business Bureau
Devin Benavides
Responsible for enhancing the Chamber's visibility, Carol uses her extensive real estate experience to effectively promote the Chamber's initiatives and support local businesses.
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Director
ConocoPhillips
Gustavo Fejervary
Responsible for enhancing the Chamber's visibility, Carol uses her extensive real estate experience to effectively promote the Chamber's initiatives and support local businesses.
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Director
Chevron
Ivanna Scheffery
Responsible for enhancing the Chamber's visibility, Carol uses her extensive real estate experience to effectively promote the Chamber's initiatives and support local businesses.
Marissa Salgado, Chair Elect of the Midland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Financial Advisor at Edward Jones Investments, is poised to bring her expertise in financial planning and strategic decision-making to the Chamber's leadership. With her background in finance, Marissa offers valuable insights that help shape the Chamber's initiatives aimed at supporting local businesses and fostering economic growth. Her role as Chair Elect reflects her commitment to the Midland community, where she is dedicated to empowering Hispanic businesses and contributing to the Chamber's mission of economic and social advancement.
Marissa Salgado
Chair Elect
Edward Jones Investments
