Morris County Hispanic-American Chamber of Commerce hosts annual awards gala

Morris County Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce hosts gala

At the Morris County Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce gala, top row, from left: Jason Caro (vice chairman), Michael Mendoza (finance and fundraising strategies), John Escobar Edwards (director of public relations), Ralph Tejeda (chairman elect), Victor Nivelo (community and government relations), Victor Gallardo (workforce development), and Oscar Vargas (community relations); bottom from left: Tatiana Carpeta (treasurer), Daniela E. Veronese (young business and professionals), Miriam Serna (training and development), Hope M. Field (chairwoman), Fadia Garcia (international trade), and Christina Martinez (marketing and membership services).Morris County Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce

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The Morris County Hispanic-American Chamber of Commerce hosted its Annual Awards Gala on Dec. 5. The event, a celebration of the chamber’s 30th anniversary, was held at the Birchwood Manor in Whippany.

At the event, “successful executives, entrepreneurs, organizations, corporations, community leaders” are recognized. The Annual Awards Gala features a range of awards. This year’s honorees were:

  • Lifetime Achievement Award, Rolando Rios, Rios Engraving
  • Enterprising Organization of the Year, Anthony J. Iacono, President, County College of Morris
  • Corporate & Social Responsibility Advocate of the Year, Cid Wilson, President & CEO, Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility
  • Prestigious Leadership Chairwoman’s Award, Francis Lorenzo, Ambassador
  • International Trade Relations Award, Fray Jose Gabriel Mesa Angulo, O.P. Rector General, Universidad Santo Tomas, Colombia
  • Corporation of the Year, Hope M. Field, Senior Manager, Latin Affairs, The Coca-Cola Company
  • Businesswoman of the Year, Monica Gaston, Owner Salus Per Aquam Spa
  • Businessman of the Year, Nelson Bohorquez, Founder & CEO, Allesig Group LLC
  • Board Member of the Year, Mirima Serna, Director Training & Development
  • Outstanding Fashion Leader of the Year, Christina V. Field, Senior Fashion Designer, Pink Checken New York
  • Media Advocate of the Year, Alejandro Roman Publisher & Editor of Metro Latino News
  • Family Legacy Business of the Year, Robert Ward, President Anserve Inc.
  • Chamber Volunteer of the Year, Christian Batres, President In-ven-tive 101
  • Community Advocate of the Year, Dr. Michael Chipley & Marcia Bates, CareOne, Morristown
  • Student of the Year, Alexa Schauder, Student Whippany High School
  • New Business of the Year, Brenda Lee Restaurant, Alfredo Jimenez & Juan Gallardo, Owners
  • Young Chamber Volunteer of the Year, Michelle Galvis, Singer

“As we celebrate 30 years, we look back proudly at the achievements and recognize the many individual commitments and vision that has made our Chamber what it is today," said chairwoman Hope M. Field.

Field added, “This milestone is a perfect embodiment of a collective community. The evening honors outstanding businesses and individuals, who are a positive influence and those who make our businesses thrive and our communities stronger. The MCHACC is proud to celebrate its 30th Year Anniversary as we continue our mission of advocating, promoting, and advancing the interests of business owners, professionals, organizations, and corporations within Morris County and adjacent areas that target and service the U.S. Hispanic-American market.”

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