WASHINGTON, DC, Sept. 21, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) is proud to announce that Emilio Gonzalez, Executive Director, Strategic Alliances at Verizon Communications, will receive the Corporate Advocate of the Year Award at the association's 2015 National Convention on September 22nd in Houston, Texas.
This award goes to a corporate executive who has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to championing the cause of Hispanic Business Enterprises and has worked tirelessly to advance the mission of the USHCC.
"The USHCC is delighted to recognize Emilio Gonzalez, a visionary leader whose long-standing service to our country's diverse communities has been evident throughout his career. Likewise, Emilio's groundbreaking accomplishments in educational technology have benefitted Americans of all backgrounds," said USHCC President & CEO Javier Palomarez. "Through every trial and triumph, Emilio has served as a staunch supporter and trusted advisor to the USHCC. We look forward to honoring him at our National Convention with the 2015 Corporate Advocate of the Year Award."
At Verizon, Gonzalez manages public policy, communications and outreach with a wide range of national civil rights and multicultural business groups nationwide.
"Emilio's passion for the business and the communities we serve runs deep," said Lowell McAdam, chairman and chief executive officer of Verizon. "His insightful and innovative leadership have helped Verizon establish meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with the Hispanic community, including with the USHCC. I've seen first-hand the benefits that these diverse suppliers bring to our company and customers. I thank the Chamber for giving him this well-deserved honor."
Verizon Communications is a founding member of the Billion Dollar Roundtable (BDR), an organization consisting of 21 globally-renowned corporations, created to recognize and celebrate those companies investing at least $1 billion annually with minority and women-owned suppliers. Verizon invested over $24 billion with diverse suppliers in the past five years, including $5 billion with Hispanic-owned businesses. Additionally, Verizon was honored at the highest tier of the USHCC's Million Dollar Club – for investing more than $500 million in contracts with Hispanic Business Enterprises.
With 178,500 employees across the globe, Verizon has the distinction of being one of the largest wireless communications service providers in the world. They operate America's largest 4G LTE wireless network and the nation's premiere all-fiber broadband network.
About the USHCC
Founded in 1979, the USHCC actively promotes the economic growth and development of our nation's entrepreneurs. The USHCC advocates on behalf of nearly 3.2 million Hispanic-owned businesses, that together contribute in excess of $486 billion to the American economy, each year. As the leading organization of its kind, the USHCC serves as an umbrella to more than 200 local chambers and business associations across the nation, and partners with more than 240 major corporations.
For more information, visit www.ushcc.com.