Houston East End Chamber of Commerce

On this #SoufulSunday, we want to give thanks to Brandon Hargrove, a past East End Chamber Foundation Scholarship Recipient! He is an East End resident, who graduated from Texas State University and completed volunteering with the Chamber for a few weeks this winter break. He is now on his way to follow his career dreams, and we couldn't be prouder of him! We believe he will be a successful leader, a game changer and someone who is destined to make a positive difference in our world! Thank you, Brandon, you make us #EastEndProud!

Before we ended 2024, we held our Chamber Staff Retreat! Thank you Ronnie Hagerty, PhD from the United Way of Greater Houston and Jevon Wooden, MBA, ACC💡 for being great as session leaders and facilitators! We are grateful to our team, The Magnificent Seven! This retreat helped build relationships, sparked creativity, reinforced and instilled pride in executing the Chamber's Mission - to connect businesses to promote economic expansion and investment in the East End. It also reinforced how we live the Chamber's Values - Impact, Sense of Community, Exuberance and Excellence! We are ready to work for you in 2025!! Frances Castaneda Dyess, Diana Trevino, Cristina De Los Santos, Andrea “Toby” Tobias, Katherine Menzer, Carmen Beltran and Angelica Perez

This past week we celebrated our Mentor and Mentee Luncheon which was inspiring and impactful. It was great to see many of the East End Chamber Foundation scholarship recipients. We were able to get a glimpse of their first semester of college, and they were able to receive a ton of advice and wisdom from their mentors and our Guest Speaker, Sara Montelongo-Oyervidez., Manager of Refinery Public Affairs at Valero. A huge thank you to our sponsors, Valero, HCC Southeast and Meow Wolf. If you would like to learn more about becoming a mentor or would like to donate to the East End Chamber Foundation scholarship fund, visit the link here: https://lnkd.in/gzndDsU5 📷: Frances Castaneda Dyess, Sara Montelongo-Oyervidez, Carmen Beltran, Marshall Segal, Martin Perez, Ed.D., Trina Silva, Denise Navarro, Eduardo Elizondo

As 2024 comes to a close, we would like to take a moment to thank our returning Houston East End Chamber Board of Directors for their continued support and welcome our new Board Members! Your leadership, vision and commitment to the Chamber are truly valued! We appreciate every single one of you! Sabeeta Bidasie Singh Sharron Booker Bill M. Brown Jeanette De Los Santos Sara Lujan Donatto, MBA Gabriel Garza Maritza Guerrero Michael Kacal Gwendolyn Kimble Araceli Mendoza Jessica Montes Martin Perez, Ed.D. Mike Redditt Maribel R. Christina Romo Felix Sedziafa Marshall Segal Amber Sheppard Jose Valdez Frances Castaneda Dyess #HoustonEastEnd #ChamberOfCommerce #Leadership #CommunitySupport #BusinessLeadership #boardmembers

Get ready for the 2025 East End Women in Business Luncheon! Join us on March 20 for an inspiring afternoon featuring a dynamic panel of exceptional women. We can't wait to share this empowering experience with you! Connect, Learn and Grow! For details on sponsorships and expo opportunities, visit the link here: https://lnkd.in/gpPuattF #EastEndWomen #WomenInBusiness #WomenEntrepreneurs #WomenSupportingWomen #EastEndBusiness

This Welcome Wednesday, we would like to introduce you to Josefina Aguirre with Brady CFO! Brady CFO assists business owners by addressing cash flow and financial performance challenges. Through strategic planning and leadership, Brady CFO helps streamline operations and improve financial outcomes. A special thank you to our board member Araceli Mendoza with Amegy Bank for helping present their Member Certificate! Help us welcome them to the Chamber and be sure to connect with them on social media! 📷: Frances Castaneda Dyess, Josefina Aguirre, Araceli Mendoza #WelcomeWednesday #NewMember #MemberWelcome #HoustonEastEndChamberofCommerce #EastEndBusiness #EECOC

Meet Captain Clint Winegar, Presiding Officer of the Houston Pilots and a recognized expert on local waterways. Captain Winegar's passion for the maritime industry began at the age of 10, when he visited the port with his grandfather and boarded his first ship. From the start of his career to where he is now, his story is one of passion, perseverance, and a love for the maritime industry. In our conversation with Captain Winegar, he highlighted several programs the Houston Pilots have started to help engage and develop the next generation of maritime leaders. Whether you're seeking a fulfilling career or simply interested in the maritime world, this industry offers numerous possibilities, and we invite YOU to be a part of it. Watch the full interview below and share it with anyone who may be interested in exploring this dynamic field. Don’t miss out! 📷: Frances Castaneda Dyess, Clint Winegar #MaritimeCareers #HoustonPilots #EastEndChamber #NextGenLeaders #SupportLocalHouston

We are Proud to Work for You! Texas Capital Harris County Department of Economic Equity & Opportunity Chick-fil-A Restaurants (45 & Wayside) AVANCE Houston, Inc. Mandola's Deli and Sandwich Shop Scott Street Lofts Thank you again for your continued commitment and partnership. Our organization is strong because of you. Together, we will make the East End the place to Live, Work, and Do Business In! #EastEndChamber #HoustonBusiness #CommunityGrowth #EastEndStrong #HoustonChamber #EastEndCommunity #BusinessNetworking #HoustonSuccess #LiveWorkPlay

Thank you, Chevron Houston, for inviting the Houston East End Chamber to participate in a panel discussion at your World Cup 2026 kick off celebration for your employees! It was great to reconnect with our former Chamber Board Member Chris Canetti, President of Houston 2026 World Cup Host Committee and to hear from Bruce Niemeyer, President, Americas Exploration & Production, Chevron Corporation and Tim Howard, Houston Dynamo Football Club part-owner, former pro soccer player and US Men’s National Team. Chevron is a global company whose employees worldwide exemplify the teamwork and excellence seen in the world's greatest soccer teams. We are proud to partner with Chevron Houston and congratulate them on being a sponsor of the Houston Host Committee. The excitement in the room from your Houston employees, wearing their favorite soccer team jersey’s, was contagious and the legacy community programs you are planning will benefit our great City of Houston during and most importantly, after World Cup 2026! You make us #EastEndProud 📷 : Frances Castaneda Dyess, Chris Canetti, Bruce Niemeyer, Cameron Nazminia, Amber Tierce, Andrea “Toby” Tobias

Thank you Shareen Larmond and your team for the hospitality at the WGMA's Open House! It was a fun time toasting holiday cheer, with industry colleagues as we celebrate the strength and diversity of the maritime industry along the Gulf Coast! With Frances Castaneda Dyess and Diana Trevino.