Our Mission

The mission of the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber (RGVHCC) is to strengthen local businesses and professionals through networking, mentorship, education, and promoting economic development across the border region.

Cynthia M. Sakunlenzki

President / CEO

Emily Silva

Executive Administrative Assistant

Francisca Saenz

Membership & Events Director

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Board of Directors

J. Edgar Ruiz II

Chair

Sarah Hammond

Chair Elect

Marisa Rivera

Secretary

Roy Esqueda

Treasure

Katherine Diaz

Vice Chair of Education

Richard Sanchez

Vice Chair of Governmental Affairs

Tom Castañeda

Vice Chair of Health Issues

Dina Sabnani

Vice Chair of Membership
Hidalgo County

Karina Mussenden

Vice Chair of Membership
Hidalgo County

Benita Mendell

Vice Chair of Media

Marie S. Garcia

Vice Chair of Small Business & Economic Development

Dr. Esmeralda Adame

Vice Chair of Women's Issues

Robert Lucio

Vice Chair of International Affairs

Krista Chapa

Vice Chair of Membership
Cameron County

Susie Neaville

Vice Chair of Membership
Cameron County

Bertha Z. Garcia

Vice Chair of Events

Mario Barragan

Cameron County Representative

Jennifer Vasquez

Cameron County Representative

Cynthia Fuentes

STARR County Representative

Robert Vale

STARR County Representative

Angelina Rae Villarreal

Vice Chair of Memberships - Starr County