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Wednesday, March 01, 2023CHAMBER SUPPORTS THE TEXAS JOBS AND SECURITY ACT / GOVERNOR ABBOTT TO VISIT CORPUS CHRISTI
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) is backing legislation to create new economic development incentives to locate businesses in Texas. Co-Authored by State Representative Todd Hunter, the Texas Jobs and Security Act (HB 5) will provide a critical economic development tool to create new jobs, investments, and tax revenue while keeping Texas competitive in attracting businesses to relocate or expand here. The incentives will be targeted and temporary in attracting
Tuesday, February 28, 2023CHAMBER SUPPORTS SECOND CAUSEWAY TO NORTH PADRE ISLAND
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) passed a resolution in support of moving forward with the environmental studies needed to construct a second causeway accessing North Padre Island and add the project to TxDoT’s ten year plan. The Chamber's Infrastructure & Mobility recommended approval to the Chamber Board of Directors, which voted to approve the resolution on Friday, February 24th. “Padre and Mustang Islands are some of the most popular tourist destinations
Friday, February 17, 2023Leaders Prepare For Coastal Bend Day at the Capitol
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Coastal Bend Day at the Capitol in Austin on February 22, 2023. Corpus Christi Mayor Paulette Guajardo, Port of Corpus Christi Chairman Charles W. Zahn, United Corpus Christi Chamber Board Chair May Mendoza, and other leaders from the region will travel to Austin to meet with lawmakers and discuss key issues facing the coastal bend and the state of Texas. On the agenda are items pertaining to economic development, water
Thursday, February 16, 2023United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce Foundation Donates $15,000 to Islander Athletics
Corpus Christi, TX – The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce Foundation has pledged $15,000 to Islander Athletics in appreciation of the volunteer support of the Chamber’s annual Conquer the Coast Bicycling Event. On Thursday, February 9th, the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce presented checks to Islander Athletics and also to Bikes for Kids during halftime at the Islander Men’s Basketball game. Bikes for Kids is an initiative to give a new bike to children in need in the Corpus Christi
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Tuesday, January 31, 2023United Chamber Board of Directors Sworn Into Office
Corpus Christi, TX - On January 26, 2023, the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce (United Chamber) celebrated the accomplishments and service of our community leaders in the Coastal Bend area. United Chamber Pres/CEO Al Arreola Jr., shared welcome remarks and shared remarks regarding the unique history of our Chamber emphasizing the unique and special commemoration of the legacies of the Corpus Christi Chamber & Corpus Christi Hispanic Chamber. Immediate-Past Chair Sam Longoria shared highlights
Thursday, November 17, 2022Port of Corpus Christi marks 100 years, milestones during 2022 State of the Port
The Port of Corpus Christi, since its inception in 1922 and the aftermath of a devastating hurricane that decimated the area, has been an integral part of South Texas and the Coastal Bend’s identity as a key economic engine. Over 100 years, the port has grown from humble beginnings to become the nation’s No. 1 gateway for outgoing, U.S.-born crude, the No. 2 gateway for liquefied natural gas exports and the largest port in the country in terms of total revenue tonnage. Chairman Charles W. Zahn Jr., during
Wednesday, October 19, 2022New face to lead United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce
CORPUS CHRISTI — On October 24, a new face will lead the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce. Al Arreola Jr, the new president and CEO, was most recently the head of the South Texas Business Partnership in San Antonio since May 2014. “It feels like being back home,” Arreola said. “A lot of familiar faces a lot of friendly faces. I am a proud graduate on Texas A&M Corpus Christi in 2003.” He said things were much different back then when it came to jobs. “It was hard for anybody to find work,” he
Monday, October 17, 2022United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce Appoints Al Arreola Jr. as President/CEO
The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announces the appointment of Al Arreola Jr., former President / CEO of the South Texas Business Partnership in San Antonio, TX. Arreola will formally begin work in his new position on October 24th. He succeeds John LaRue, who submitted his interest to retire earlier this year after serving three years as President/CEO. “After an extensive search, the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is pleased and excited to announce the
Friday, October 14, 2022United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce appoints new president, CEO
The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce board of directors announced the appointment of a new president and CEO. Al Arreola Jr., former president and CEO of the South Texas Business Partnership in San Antonio, will start his new role on Oct. 24. After an extensive search, Arreola will replace current president and CEO John LaRue, who submitted his interest to retire earlier this year, according to a news release.
