GDHCC Recognized as Large Chamber of the Year by Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce

DALLAS – The Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, one the largest and most prestigious chambers in the nation, was recognized today as Large Chamber of the Year by the Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce (TAMACC) at the organization’s annual convention and expo in El Paso, TX.

“The Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is honored to be recognized as Large Chamber of the Year by TAMACC, a respected and leading advocate for Hispanic business in the state of Texas,” said Victor M. Zepeda, Chair of the Board, GDHCC. “This award is shared with the great City of Dallas, our visionary board of directors, one-of-a-kind staff, and the more than 2000 member Hispanic businesses we proudly serve.”

The GDHCC adds the Large Chamber of the Year Award to an already full shelf of accolades including a record five National Hispanic Chamber of the Year awards from the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. The GDHCC is also the only minority chamber in the nation to operate three business assistance centers. Annually, the GDHCC contributes more than a quarter of a million dollars in collage scholarships to the Dallas Independent School District.

“This great honor is attributed to the innovation and dedication the GDHCC has demonstrated in serving Hispanic business,” said CiCi Rojas, president and CEO, GDHCC. “In addition to this prestigious award, the result of our work is improved and sustained communities with strong and healthy Hispanic businesses, which create jobs and contribute to the economy.”

About TAMACC

TAMACC mission is to promote the growth, development and success of local Hispanic chambers of commerce and serve as the leading advocate of Hispanic business in Texas.

Established in 1939, the GDHCC is one of the largest, and influential Chambers in the United States, having been recognized National Chamber of the Year a record five times. The GDHCC is the voice of Hispanic business and proudly serves and represents its more than 2,000 member businesses in the greater Dallas region with innovation, advocacy and committed leadership.