‘Triunfo’ is triumph and success at the 16th Annual Triunfo Awards April 6

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions. Our members range from mom-and-pop shops and local chambers to leading industry associations and large corporations. They all share one thing in common—they count on the Chamber to be their voice in Washington, D.C.REF:   www.uschamber.com/chambers/directory/defaultVision:  The leading voice of business and driving force for Florida’s future.Mission:  Leading Florida to a new and sustainable economy.Securing Florida’s Future: For nearly a century, the Florida Chamber of Commerce has fought for free enterprise and worked to secure Florida’s future. Through research, advocacy and leadership, the Florida Chamber Foundation, the Florida Chamber of Commerce and the Florida Chamber Political Operations work together to help make our vision of Florida’s future a reality.The vision led to the development of a long-term strategic plan for Florida, also known as the Six Pillars™ 20-year Strategic Plan. As we faced the closing years of the last decade, Florida’s economy was clearly changing and the politics of Florida were calling for the business community to unite. Despite temporary loss in population growth, it was clear Florida would be facing an expanded population between five and seven million more residents by the year 2030. We must do a better job planning for the next seven million Floridians than we did for the last seven million.REF:   www.flchamber.com A chamber of commerce (also referred to in some circles as a board of trade) is a form of business network, e.g., a local organization of businesses whose goal is to further the interests of businesses. Business owners in towns and cities form these local societies to advocate on behalf of the business community. Local businesses are members, and they elect a board of directors or executive council to set policy for the chamber. The board or council then hires a President, CEO or Executive Director, plus staffing appropriate to size, to run the organization.A chamber of commerce is not a governmental body or institution, and has no direct role in the writing and passage of laws and regulations that affect businesses. It may however, act as a lobby in an attempt to get laws passed that are favorable to businesses.  Click to see PBC LIST OF CHAMBERS:   www.co.palm-beach.fl.us/publicaffairs/chambers.htm REF:   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chamber_of_commerceView the list »
The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County has the tradition of recognizing the “best and the brightest”.

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The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County has the tradition of recognizing the “best and the brightest” within the county’s student population by providing scholarships through the generous donations of its business members.

The winners of the 2013 Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Triunfo! Scholarships are:

Lorena Benitez, Atlantic High School

Julia McBee, Dreyfoos School of the Arts

Jairo Garcia, Pahokee High School

Karen Herrera, Jupiter High School

Brian Higuera, Boca Raton High School

Gabryelle Estrada, Inlet Grove High School

Sofia Montes, Boca Raton High School

Alondra Cortes, Pahokee High School

The translation from Spanish to English of the word "Triunfo" is triumph, victory or success. Just the right words to explain the “best and the brightest” within the county’s Hispanic population. The students selected have an outstanding Grade Point Average (GPA), dedicated many hours to community service and demonstrated excellent academic and leadership skills. In short, these are students that triumph to victory successfully.

The winners of the Triunfo! Scholarship will attend the 16th Annual Triunfo! Awards banquet that will take place on Saturday, April 6, 2013 in the PGA National Resort & Spa in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

“Not only does the future of our community depend on the quality of professionals we have, but also the ones we educate to become leaders who will create a better future,” said Andre Varona, Chief Executive Officer.

In the last six years, the Hispanic Chamber has raised over $82,000.00 for students who have gone on to universities such as Harvard, Pennsylvania Wharton School of Business, and many other prestigious colleges and universities. The students selected have an outstanding Grade Point Average (GPA), dedicated many hours to community service and demonstrated excellent academic and leadership skills.

The following was taken from the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce website:

Your Hispanic Chamber has been evolving over the last several years and now stands ready to serve you at a much higher level and wider range than ever before.

We have always been a strong networking organization with our monthly Café con Leches and Program Luncheons, along with quarterly Power Networking and our Annual Signature Events, Triunfo! Gala Awards and “Annual Golf Classic”. Last year we also added New Member Orientation and Business Seminar Programs, plus our very first “Latin American Food & Wine Festival.” Each of these initiatives were designed to foster and enhance the economic interests and quality of life in Palm Beach County, as well as create an opportunity for business leaders to network, connect and strengthen relationships.

The Hispanic Chamber has created a strategic plan to establish ourselves as not only the voice of the Hispanic business community, but as a gateway to connect Hispanic business with mainstream business in Palm Beach County and beyond.

As our Hispanic influence continues to grow, we must strive to be a resource for information, advocacy, business and economic development, education and training and cost savings for all who seek opportunities in this vibrant, exciting and diverse area we know and love as Palm Beach County.

REF: www.pbhchamber.com

REF: PBCSD (Press Release) Public Affairs Office. April 2013.

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  • A chamber of commerce (also referred to in some circles as a board of trade) is a form of business network, e.g., a local organization of businesses whose goal is to further the interests of businesses. Business owners in towns and cities form these local societies to advocate on behalf of the business community. Local businesses are members, and they elect a board of directors or executive council to set policy for the chamber. The board or council then hires a President, CEO or Executive Director, plus staffing appropriate to size, to run the organization.A chamber of commerce is not a governmental body or institution, and has no direct role in the writing and passage of laws and regulations that affect businesses. It may however, act as a lobby in an attempt to get laws passed that are favorable to businesses.  Click to see PBC LIST OF CHAMBERS:   www.co.palm-beach.fl.us/publicaffairs/chambers.htm REF:   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chamber_of_commerce
  • Vision:  The leading voice of business and driving force for Florida’s future.Mission:  Leading Florida to a new and sustainable economy.Securing Florida’s Future: For nearly a century, the Florida Chamber of Commerce has fought for free enterprise and worked to secure Florida’s future. Through research, advocacy and leadership, the Florida Chamber Foundation, the Florida Chamber of Commerce and the Florida Chamber Political Operations work together to help make our vision of Florida’s future a reality.The vision led to the development of a long-term strategic plan for Florida, also known as the Six Pillars™ 20-year Strategic Plan. As we faced the closing years of the last decade, Florida’s economy was clearly changing and the politics of Florida were calling for the business community to unite. Despite temporary loss in population growth, it was clear Florida would be facing an expanded population between five and seven million more residents by the year 2030. We must do a better job planning for the next seven million Floridians than we did for the last seven million.REF:   www.flchamber.com 
  • The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions. Our members range from mom-and-pop shops and local chambers to leading industry associations and large corporations. They all share one thing in common—they count on the Chamber to be their voice in Washington, D.C.REF:   www.uschamber.com/chambers/directory/default
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