Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Honors Six Transformative Leaders at the Quality & Excellence Awards Luncheon

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For more than eight decades, the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GDHCC) has been a driving force for leadership, advocacy, and community advancement. Founded in 1939, the Chamber remains one of the nation’s oldest and most influential Hispanic business organizations dedicated to developing, promoting, and protecting Hispanic business interests while paving the way for future generations through education and economic empowerment.

On November 14, 2025, the Chamber will celebrate its long-standing legacy of impact with the prestigious Quality and Excellence Awards Luncheon at the Hilton Anatole Dallas, a milestone event recognizing the region’s most transformative leaders and innovators.

Celebrating Vision, Legacy, and Leadership

This year’s Legacy Award recipients represent a diverse range of industries, united by their shared commitment to progress, mentorship, and service. Honorees include Alfredo Duarte, Co-Founder and CEO of Taxco Produce, Inc.; Diana Flores, Dallas College Trustee and advocate for educational access; Dr. Elba García, Dallas County Commissioner, District 4; John H. Martinez-D., President and CEO of the Regional Hispanic Contractors Association; Kimberly Bizor Tolbert, City Manager for the City of Dallas; and Noé Hinojosa Jr., President of Municipal Banking at TRB Capital Markets.

“These honorees are not simply accomplished professionals; they are architects of legacy,” said Amanda Moreno-Lake, GDHCC Interim President & CEO and Board Chair. “Their contributions have cultivated opportunity, inspired mentorship, and strengthened the economic and cultural fabric of our region.”

The luncheon will feature keynote speaker Dr. Michael Hinojosa, Superintendent in Residence for the Council of Great City Schools and former Superintendent of Dallas ISD. Recognized as “Best Public Official” by D Magazine and recipient of the Green-Garner Award as 2020 Urban Educator of the Year, Dr. Hinojosa brings decades of transformative leadership in urban education. Like this year’s honorees, his career reflects the power of education as the foundation for lasting community transformation. His keynote will explore the intersection of education, entrepreneurship, and empowerment core values that define the Chamber’s mission.

Empowering Entrepreneurs Through The Empowered CEO Institute

Proceeds from the luncheon will support The Empowered CEO Institute, GDHCC’s comprehensive entrepreneurship platform that fuels innovation and economic mobility across North Texas. The Institute delivers five integrated programs: the ScaleUp Success Accelerator, Dallas Accelerator Program, ESL Entrepreneurship Program, Small Business Support Program, and Entrepreneur and Innovation Accelerator.

In 2024 alone, GDHCC programs served more than 300 entrepreneurs, created 281 new jobs, and achieved 95% average revenue growth, generating millions in new economic activity throughout the region. “Your sponsorship invests in the development of entrepreneurs and nurtures a vibrant ecosystem that benefits everyone,” added Moreno-Lake. “This commitment ensures we can continue providing vital programs that support entrepreneurs and foster meaningful change within our community.”

These results underscore the Chamber’s role as a trusted catalyst for economic progress. Transforming local small businesses into sustainable, growth-driven enterprises that strengthen the entire regional economy.

Partnering for Progress

Beyond recognition, the Quality and Excellence Awards Luncheon serves as a high-impact platform for corporate engagement. Sponsors are invited to join this mission-driven event, gaining visibility and access to a network of influential leaders while directly investing in the growth of Hispanic-owned enterprises.

Sponsorship opportunities range from the Presenting Sponsor level, featuring exclusive recognition, onstage acknowledgment, and a podcast feature to the Gold, President’s Circle, Silver, and Bronze tiers, each offering distinct brand visibility and strategic alignment with one of North Texas’s most dynamic business communities.

“When you sponsor this event, you’re not simply supporting a luncheon,” wrote Moreno-Lake and Olga Lopez, GDHCC Growth Foundation President, in their joint invitation. “You’re investing in a proven economic development engine that transforms promising entrepreneurs into thriving business leaders.”

A Legacy of Excellence, A Future of Empowerment

As the Chamber continues to honor leadership that inspires and legacies that endure, its mission remains steadfast: to build an inclusive, prosperous future by empowering Hispanic entrepreneurs, advancing equitable growth, and fostering collaboration across industries and generations.

The Quality & Excellence Awards Luncheon is more than a celebration. It’s a reminder of the extraordinary impact that vision, resilience, and community can achieve together. Every honoree, every sponsor, and every entrepreneur represents the living legacy of Hispanic excellence shaping the future of North Texas.

The 2025 Quality and Excellence Awards Luncheon will take place on Friday, November 14, 2025, at 11:30 AM at the Hilton Anatole Dallas, located at 2201 North Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75207. Sponsorship and ticket information are available at Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce website.

Founded in 1939, the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GDHCC) is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected Hispanic business organizations. For more than eight decades, the Chamber has championed economic empowerment, leadership development, and community advancement through advocacy, education, and entrepreneurship.

Through its flagship initiative, The Empowered CEO Institute, the GDHCC provides innovative training, funding access, and business acceleration programs that help transform small businesses into regional economic drivers. To date, these programs have served hundreds of entrepreneurs, created hundreds of jobs, and generated millions in new economic activity across North Texas, continuing the Chamber’s legacy of empowering Hispanic excellence.