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Arian Gonzales
cervantessalsa.com

Cervantes Salsa

Arian Gonzales is the President and CEO of Cervantes Food Products, Inc. (CFP) a Hispanic, woman- owned, multi-generational specialty food manufacturing company based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. CFP manufactures healthy ethnic, traditional, all-natural New Mexico green and red chile based culinary sauces and salsa products. Arian and Cervantes are proud 5 year members of the Hispano Chamber and 35 years members of the local restaurant community. With numerous award-winning sauces and salsa products created by using time-honored family recipes and traditional cooking methods which date back over 100 years, Arian is able to set herself apart from other Green Chile products in our state. They have expanded their operations to handle their demand in major grocery stores, natural food stores, club warehouses, and specialty food stores throughout New Mexico. Arian is an inspiration to women owned and family owned businesses all around our state. 

Louie Sanchez Allstate Agency

After 26 years with the APD, Louie Sanchez purchased an existing Albuquerque Allstate Agency on the west side of town and has more than tripled his client base in the 3 plus years he has been in business and a member of the Hispano Chamber of Commerce. Recently, Allstate recognized him as the #1 Allstate Agent in the State of New Mexico based on customer service, retention and growth thus earning Honor Ring status with Allstate. Louie is also the proud winner of the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce, Hispanic Heritage Awards, 2019 Small Business of the Year. He just opened his second location which he purchased from another agent and continues to use the Hispano Chamber as a networking tool. He is a 3 year Scholarship Sponsor for the annual Hispano Chamber Education Awards and has sponsored the annual Golf Tournament continually as well. He credits much of his success to being an engaged member of the chamber, taking full advantage of the programs offered.

Louie Sanchez
Louie Sanchez Agency Site
505-836-2877

Celina Grife
celinasbiscochitos.com
​505-269-4997

Celina's Biscochitos

Are you ready to taste the BEST Cookie in New Mexico? Well then meet Celina's Biscochitos, a proud 10 year old family business nestled in the heart of the North Valley in Albuquerque. Celina began as a start up at the South Valley Economic Development Center (SVEDC), and after five years, she expanded to a nearly 2200 square foot facility. Known for making the truest, most authentic traditional New Mexican Biscochitos in our state, she is one of the few companies that continues to use the old fashioned lard and brandy in all of their recipes and even continues to hand cut every cookie! She is featured inside the New Mexico Senators offices in Washington DC and was excited to participate in the December 2019 US Capital Christmas Tree trek from the Northern New Mexico Mountains to the White house lawn, where she provided 300 packages of biscochitos for the Washington DC reception. She has stated that she couldn't be more proud to be able to share the "Official New Mexico State Cookie“ with the country! Celina is a 4 year Proud Member of the Hispano Chamber and a successful graduate of the Wells Fargo and USHCC sponsored program, AVANZAR! 

NM Brief Relief

NM Brief Relief is a professional, one-stop-shop, Medical Cannabis & Industrial Hemp organization started by David Valdez in 2010. NM Brief Relief helps those seeking a Medical Cannabis card, with well over 15,000 patients walking through the door. Along with providing those with and without medical cards a place to purchase the best top quality CBD products from the oldest most trusted and reliable source in New Mexico. David recently opened up a second location in Española and now serves hundreds of clients statewide. Davis was voted the Health & Wellness Business of the year 2019 at the Hispanic Heritage Awards, and has been the secretary of the Hispano Chamber Ambassador Committee for the last two years. 

David Valdez
nmbriefrelief.com
505-433-1773

Robert Mendez
thecornivore.com
505-615-8396

The Cornivore Popcorn Company

The Cornivore Popcorn Company, headed by Robert Mendez, is a local family owned business sharing with the world with their delicious popcorn concoctions! In 2009, right in the middle of the worst recession in history, co-owner and wife, Bernadette, had a stroke that left her unable to work. It also left her body rejecting most of the artificial flavors including corn syrup. They began to create custom recipes that would eliminate artificial flavors and new, exciting flavors began to emerge. They started The Cornivore to get back on their feet. They built their business with no money and no credit by popping popcorn and selling it person to person. in 2018 Robert and team became a members of the Hispano Chamber of Commerce and quickly began selling his delicious treats to the chamber membership. Recently Robert acquired a third manufacturing space as they continue to build their collaborations in the community with businesses like Rebel Donut and now Hollow Spirits Distillery. They strive to be an inspiration for the Albuquerque community by creating something from nothing for their family legacy.

North Bar Industries LLC

North Bar Industries opened in 2008 by brothers and co-owners, Robbie and Brandon Jacques. It is a home owned, locally operated, commercial and residential general contracting business. Specializing in unique custom commercial and residential builds, they can cater to every level of building construction to meet the needs of their clients. In 2017 North Bar became a member of the Hispano Chamber with an annual gross of close to 1 million dollars per year. During a networking event in 2018, Robbie met the GM for Floor & Décor and is now their certified installer for all of the Albuquerque installs. Last year they reported over 2.5 million in business and became the latest Herencia Founder for the Hispano Chamber of Commerce with a generous donation of $15,000 to the chamber. North Bar holds many professional certificates, are members of many community organizations, and are graduates of the AVANZAR Program. A

Robbie Jacques
nbin.com
505-259-7426

Ruben Garcia
​johnnyboards.com
505-254-1147

Johnny Boards

Ruben started his career, in Government receiving his Q Clearance to provide Software and hardware support for Government facilities. Realizing he wanted more opportunities, in 2000 he began JohnnyBoards to place print and digital indoor advertising and bathroom advertising in restrooms, elevators and near water fountains all over New Mexico as part of an Out-of-Home network for small business and public service awareness campaigns. "Your audience is truly captivated from 30 seconds to as much as 4 minutes." As a 15 year member of the chamber, Ruben has been nationally recognized through the USHCC as a noted as a successful small business in front of thousands of his peers via a program through the Hispano Chamber. Ruben offers one month free to all Hispano Chambers members and continues to learn, grow and build by participating in EVERY chamber program. Ruben has always been an ambassador and huge supporter of the Hispano Chamber.

Trendz Beauty Supply

Trendz is the premier beauty supply retailer located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Located at 4301 Menaul Blvd NE 87110. Trendz is a one stop shop for all your beauty needs and accessories. We have a variety of 100% human hair including Indian Remy, Virgin Remy, braiding hair, crochet hair, ponytails, wigs, hair products and much more. The staff at Trendz is here to help you choose the proper colors and answer any questions you may have concerning your venture to longer luxurious hair. We also have a
private wig room where over 500 wigs are displayed. 

Christina Davis
trendzbeautysupply.com
505-881-4777