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United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Appoints Javier Palomarez President and CEO
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 / -- DiversityBusiness.com /- The United States Hispanic Chamber of
Commerce (USHCC), the leading advocate for nearly 3 million Hispanic-owned
businesses and over 200 local Hispanic chambers throughout the United States,
is pleased to announce the appointment of Javier Palomarez as its President &
CEO.
"A pioneer in multicultural marketing, Javier brings more than two decades of
corporate experience and entrepreneurial insight from which the Chamber and
its members will greatly benefit," said David C. Lizarraga, Chairman of the
Board of Directors. "Javier is a valuable addition to the USHCC executive
team. His wide ranging experience along with his deep commitment to the
Hispanic community makes Javier an exceptional asset for the USHCC, and we
look forward to robust growth under his leadership."
"Our goal is to strengthen our programs, improve member satisfaction and place
a renewed focus on the needs of America's small and minority-owned
enterprises," said Javier Palomarez, President & CEO. "I am proud to be part
of this organization whose mission is to help grow our businesses, improve
opportunities in corporate and federal procurement and hold decision-makers
accountable to the needs of our vibrant Hispanic business community."
Palomarez is one of the nation's pre-eminent multi-cultural sales and
marketing executives. He is a sought-after spokesperson, thought-leader and
strategist on the issues affecting America's consumers, particularly those in
the Hispanic community. His opinions and points of view have appeared in
leading publications including The Wall Street Journal, Business Week, USA
Today and many others.
Most recently, Palomarez served as Vice President of Multicultural Marketing
at ING Financial Services, where he was recruited to lead diversity outreach
programs. He was responsible for marketing, sponsorships, public relations
and external communications to help position this global leader in the
financial services industry.
Palomarez began his career at Allstate Insurance Corporation where he worked
to initiate the industry's first fully-integrated, nationwide Hispanic
marketing, sales and service campaign. Following his tenure at Allstate,
Palomarez was recruited by Sprint, Inc, where he rose through the ranks to
become the Assistant Vice President for Marketing and Public Relations.
The path to Washington, D.C. has been an interesting one for Palomarez. He was
born in south Texas and raised by his mother in a single-parent household. The
youngest of ten children, he spent his formative years as a migrant farm
worker. Palomarez is the product of public schooling and learned English as a
second language. As a former high school drop-out, he obtained a GED and
worked his way through college, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in
Finance from the University of Texas - Pan American.
About the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Founded in 1979, the USHCC actively promotes the economic growth and
development of Hispanic entrepreneurs and represents the interests of nearly 3
million Hispanic-owned businesses in the United States that generate nearly
$400 billion annually. It also serves as the umbrella organization for more
than 200 local Hispanic chambers in the United States and Puerto Rico.
About Hispanics Today
Hispanics Today is an English-language television show that highlights the
largest and fastest growing segment of the U.S. population -- the Latino
market -- and their impact on American business, politics, and culture. The
show reaches 84% of Hispanic television viewers in 165 markets.
About USHCC Foundation
The USHCC Foundation is committed to giving Hispanics alternatives for life
preparation and life-long learning by developing and implementing initiatives
and educational campaigns to awaken and nurture their entrepreneurial spirit.
The Foundation leverages corporate and public support to ensure that existing
and aspiring Hispanic entrepreneurs gain access and achieve success in the
world of business.
SOURCE: United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
David D. Ferreira, +1-202-842-1212 ext. 488, dferreira@ushcc.com, or DeVere
Kutscher, +1-202-842-1212 ext. 497, dkutscher@ushcc.com, both of the United
States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
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