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NegociosNow 14 Octubre 2013 www.negociosnow.com Visa earns Corporation of The Year award V isa Inc. was named Corporation of the Year by the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) during its 2013 National Convention in Chicago. Michael Ross, Global Head of Human Resources at Visa, accepted this prestigious award during the Million Dollar Club Breakfast at the iconic Chicago Hilton. "This iconic global brand has helped advance the USHCC's mission of fostering the growth of Hispanic enterprise in every way imaginable," said USHCC President and CEO Javier Palomarez. "Visa provides our local chambers with payment solutions to help their member businesses, and it has served as corporate chair for our 2013 Legislative Summit and sponsored educational programs at this year's national convention. Visa embodies the type of leadership other corporations are emu- lating, making them the natural choice for the Corporation of the Year award." In response to his company's award, Ross said: "Visa and the USHCC share the common belief that small businesses are the backbone of local economies and drive economic growth, and we are honored to receive this award. Visa has built a strong foundation through our partnership with the USHCC to enable entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, and we look forward to many successful years ahead." "Our organization is only as good as the corporations we call our friends, and our partnership with Visa is indicative of the quality and commitment of our membership," added USHCC Chairman Marc Rodriguez. "We are thankful for the enduring bond we share with Visa." Photo Ammar Najjar (From left) Henry Fleches, President & CEO of United Data Technologies; Michael P. Ross, Global Head of Human Resources for Visa Inc. (USHCC's Corporation of the Year); and USHCC President & CEO Javier Palomarez. USHCC Foundation, Group O award scholarship to Hispanic MBA student T Photo Ammar Najjar Argent Associates Founder Betty Manetta receives the American Airlines ExtrAA Mile Award from George Carrancho, the airline's Manager of Diverse Segment Marketing. he United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Group O awarded a $10,000 scholarship to Marcus Arroyo, an MBA student at the University of Notre Dame and a Navy lieutenant. Announced September 17 during the USHCC's 34th Annual National Convention in Chicago, the scholarship is the first of five annual awards stemming from a $50,000 commitment by Group O, a business process outsourcing provider that ranks among the largest Latinoowned businesses in the nation. After graduating from the U.S. Naval Academy, Arroyo earned the rank of lieutenant during his seven years in the Navy. He served aboard ship in Japan and at a joint service IT communications facility in Germany. Upon completing his MBA studies, Arroyo plans to pursue a career in technology consulting. "I am so thankful for the opportunity that Group O and the USHCC have afforded me." Arroyo said. "Being awarded this year's scholarship is not only symbolic of their generosity, but also of the strong business community that Hispanics continue to forge. The award has helped ease the costs of my MBA program, and it has emboldened me even more to support the Hispanic community throughout my professional career. I am very excited about the path ahead, and I know I too will soon be paying it forward." USHCC President and CEO Javier Palomarez said the Chamber applauds Group O for doing its part to help grow tomorrow's business leaders. "These scholarships will allow young people to attain higher education, placing them one step closer to fulfilling their dreams," Palomarez said. Photo Ammar Najjar (From left) Group O Founder & Chairman Bob Ontiveros; Notre Dame MBA student Marcus Arroyo; Group O CEO Gregg Ontiveros; and USHCC Chairman Marc Rodriguez. Group O CEO Gregg Ontiveros said his company's support of promising post-graduate students is a prudent investment in the future of this country and beyond. "Our philosophy is that everyone wins when people are given an opportunity to show what they can do," Ontiveros said. "The next generation of Hispanic business leaders will need to be prepared to lead and compete on a global level, and we're excited to partner with USHCC to help make that happen." Headquartered in Milan, Ill., Group O employs more than 1,500 and specializes in marketing services, business analytics, supply chain operations and strategic packaging solutions. It is a Corporate Plus member of the National Minority Supplier Development Council, a National Minority Supplier of the Year honoree, and it is recognized by the USHCC as a Top 5 Latino-owned Business.

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