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BUENAS TARDES, "ARE WE READY?"
The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) excitedly hosted the sold-out Buenas Tardes Luncheon, themed “Are We Ready for the Future Workforce?” Sponsored by Grande Produce and Millennium Copier Systems and Supplies, the event convened on February 15 at the Mission Event Center. Esteemed panelists included Teclo Garcia, President of the Mission Economic Development Corporation, Dr. Carlos Margo, Dean for Industry Training and Economic Development, South Texas College, and Natasha Del Barrio, Chief Executive Officer of the Bert Ogden and Fiesta Auto Group dealerships, discussed workforce readiness. Moderated by Julian Alvarez III, Executive Vice President & Director of Community Relations, Lone Star National Bank and former Texas Workforce Commissioner, the panel provided insightful perspectives. Brenda Enriquez, GMCC President and CEO, emphasized the event’s aim to provide the business community insight into hiring trends and partnership importance.
