Blue Cross Blue Shield Silver Trustee Recognition Event Photos
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Photos from March Networking Event at Merrill Lynch
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The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) strives to establish and encourage better business practices among Hispanic-owned and -operated businesses in northeast Florida and south Georgia. All business professionals, both Hispanic and non-Hispanic, are welcome to become involved with our Chamber. The FCHCC also strives to foster understanding of Hispanic heritage through educational endeavors, business opportunities and social interaction. |
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President's Message - Giselle Carson  Cinco de Mayo is a date of great significance for the Mexican and Chicano communities. It marks the victory of the Mexican Army over the French at the Battle of Puebla and although the Mexican army was eventually defeated, the "Batalla de Puebla" has come to represent a symbol of Mexican unity
and pride.
I invite you to come and celebrate with us this important event at our networking event on May 8. As we celebrate Cinco de Mayo, I encourage Hispanics in North East Florida to unite and work together for the betterment of our community. I am very proud of the diversity of our membership. We have members from Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, France, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, Spain, Venezuela, USA, among others, and I expect that our membership will continue to grow and diversify with the remarkable effort of our membership committee which include Guillermo Mora, Nelson Estepa, M
aria B
enton and Martha Vidal.
As a benefit to our members and community, the FCHCC is supporting a seminar on How to become a U.S. Citizen. The seminar will provide information about the process, right and benefits of becoming a U.S. Citizen. You must be a legal permanent resident to benefit from attending. See additional information in this newsletter.
Let's continue to cultivate and celebrate our heritage while benefiting and contributing to the rights and obligations that America provide us! . . . and to all the Mothers . . . Happy Mother's Day!
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Membership Spotlight - Hydro 
The FCHCC is very proud to have a company that is helping to keep our planet green as a corporate member. Hydro Aluminum is a Global Fortune 500 supplier of aluminum and aluminum products. Hydro's mission is to create a more viable society by developing natural resources in innovative and efficient ways. Based in Norway, the company employs 22,000 people in more than 30 countries. Rooted in a century of experience in renewable energy production, technology development and progressive partnerships, Hydro is committed to strengthening the viability of our customers and communities we serve. Hydro's U.S. operations include aluminum extrusion and precision tubing, and production of structural components for automotive applications. Hydro has about 2,500 employees in the U.S. within 13 plants.
Hydro's St. Augustine Operations employ almost 400 employees an
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ngly believe in creating a diverse workforce. "By including diversity in our business we are better suited to living up to our values and meeting the expectations of our mission." Hydro's workforce includes:
- Francisco Pereda is the Continuous Improvement Manager for the Southeast region and has been working for Hydro just over three years. Francisco is originally from Mexico and came to Hydro with more than 10 years of experience in the Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Ed Ramos is the Drawn Tube Department Manager. Ed has been with Hydro for 24 years. A truly motivated individual, Ed started in an hourly role and worked hard to become a Department Manager. By serving as translator, Ed has served the Hispanic community within Hydro. Ed is very proud to be Hispanic and to work for a company that shares good values. "The values should be up held in any language. Being bilingual has allowed me to help out the Hispanics within the company."
- Luis Garced joined Hydro last year as the Shipping Manager after serving in the US Army for 21 years. Upon leaving the military service, Luis began his career in manufacturing in 2004 in Puerto Rico. Recently, Luis became Senior Buyer. Luis volunteers as a Big Brother/Big Sister for St. Johns County.
- Ricardo Sammy (Ric) is a Technical Manager for Hydro Aluminum and has been with Hydro since 2004. He is a Metallurgical Engineer with over 25 years of professional experience in the Aluminum Industry. Ric has been a contributor to the progress and development of the aluminum industry in North America and is very thankful to his Hispanic heritage which has given him the appreciation for hard work, determination, work ethics, recognition and appreciation for cultural diversity in the work place.
For additional information about Hydro, please visit www.hydro.com.
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Business Workshop Series in Spanish
 This is for you, Hispanic Businessperson. The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) is pleased to invite you to the Second Annual Business Series Facilities completely in Spanish!
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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo - May Social Networking
Date: May 8, 2008: FCHCC Meeting
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Cinco de Mayo May Social Networking
Hosted by: Brunet-García Multicultural Advertising & PR
Location: Brunet-García
Address: 1510 Hendricks Avenue in San Marco
Jacksonville, FL 32207
Contact: Millie Torres
Phone: 904-346-1977
RSVP: mtorres@brunetgarcia.com
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Meeting Fees Have Begun
Please be aware that the FCHCC will begin collecting $5 at the door from each NON-MEMBER to attend the monthly networking meetings.
We ask that you please bring exact change as it will help us when collecting the funds.
If you have any questions or would like to become a member, please email me or view the FCHCC website at www.fchcc.com for membership information. |
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Job Opportunities
Roofers Wanted! Assistant Director for Facilities - Public Library
Supervisor, Vehicle Operations - for more information, contact Nancy Gooch at ngooch@trailerbridge.com.
For more job opportunities, please visit www.fchcc.com.
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Learn How to Become a US Citizen
Thursday, May 29th 6 - 8 p.m.
Saturday, May 31st 12 - 2 p.m.
Two FREE Informative Seminars!
Note: You should be a legal permanent resident ("green card" holder) to benefit from this presentation.
Presented by:
The Jacksonville Bar Association and the Central Florida American Immigration Lawyers Association
In Association with:
Florida Coastal School of Law
First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Jacksonville Asian American Alliance
Indo-U.S. Chamber of Commerce |
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Trustee Program  The FCHCC recognizes the leadership and support of these leading organizations which are also our trustees. The Trustee Program offers First Coast businesses with the opportunity to enter into a partnership through which the organization will gain brand recognition and exposure in the Hispanic community, while facilitating the Chamber's operation at its maximum potential. If you would like additional information about this important program, please click here to learn more. |
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State Farm Joins FCHCC as Silver Trustees  "At State Farm®, diversity isn't a program. It's a state of mind. The variety of experiences and points of view contained in our large and diverse group of associates strengthens the organization. It helps us to understand the marketplace and how we can do an ever-better job of serving our customers. It helps ensure our future."
- Ed Rust, Jr., Chairman & CEO, State Farm Insurance Companies
The FCHCC thanks State Farm for their support and commitment to be like a good neighbor, to help improve the quality of life in the communities they serve and for supporting a culturally diverse supplier base.
Visit their website at: statefarm.com.
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To learn more about the FCHCC, please visit us on the web at www.fchcc.com. Or send us e-mail at: fchcc@comcast.net.
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