[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 23400]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 IN HONOR OF THE HISPANIC-AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF ESSEX COUNTY

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                          HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 25, 2003

  Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Hispanic-
American Chamber of Commerce of Essex County for its efforts in 
developing and advancing the role of Hispanics in small businesses, and 
in enhancing the interests of Hispanics throughout Essex County and New 
Jersey. On September 25, 2003, the Hispanic-American Chamber of 
Commerce of Essex County will hold its 15th Annual Corporate Lunch and 
Scholarship Awards Presentation at the Newark Club in Newark, New 
Jersey.
  The Hispanic-American Chamber of Commerce of Essex County (HACCEC) 
has contributed to the increased prosperity and achievement of 
Hispanics throughout the State by forming new partnerships with Latin 
America, bringing products and jobs back to New Jersey, and creating 
further economic development and business opportunities throughout our 
region. As a member of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, 
the HACCEC has successfully brought the issues and concerns of 
Hispanic-owned businesses to the forefront of the national economic 
agenda. The Chamber is currently advancing its mission by building the 
first Hispanic Business Center in Essex County. This will provide the 
HACCEC with the resources to develop and support economic opportunities 
for the Hispanic community of Essex County and throughout New Jersey.
  I would like to extend my gratitude and congratulations to this 
year's honorees: Miguel E. Rodriguez; Mario E. Moyano; Joseph N. 
DiVincenzo, Jr.; Hector M. Corchado; and Anthony F. Ambrose.
  Currently president of the HACCEC and former Deputy Mayor of Newark, 
Miguel E. Rodriguez has led a career proven in leadership and 
commitment to the Hispanic community. His vast community resources, 
marketing and management experience, and commitment to diversity have 
helped make the HACCEC a great resource for small businesses.
  The president of American Latin Travel Agents in America, Mario E. 
Moyano, has been a leader in Newark for over 20 years. Born in Ecuador, 
he came to the United States in 1969, and by 1975, had established his 
own business, the Moyano Agency. He is currently the voice of over 160 
travel agencies throughout the Newark area.
  Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., has brought quick 
and impressive change to Essex County. One of his first actions as 
county executive was establishing the Office of Cultural Diversity and 
Affirmative Action to ensure adequate minority participation in county 
affairs. Heavily involved with the Essex County Parks system, Mr. 
DiVincenzo is the founder of the Newark ``Small Fry'' basketball 
program, the Rick Cerone Little League, and other recreational 
programs.
  Newark City Councilman Hector M. Corchado has been an effective and 
dedicated member of his community. A longtime resident of Newark, 
Councilman Corchado was elected to the City Council in 2002. Mr. 
Corchado began his career in the Newark Police Department over 14 years 
ago, where he served as a detective and sergeant in the Community 
Affairs Division. A natural leader in the police department, he went on 
to become deputy mayor of Newark before serving on the City Council.
  As the chief of police for Newark, Anthony F. Ambrose, III, has 
served with the Newark Police Department for 17 years. Chief Ambrose 
rose quickly through the ranks of the Department, and has been a 
dedicated officer and a true public servant, always keeping the 
interests of the community at the forefront.
  Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the Hispanic-
American Chamber of Commerce of Essex County and its honorees for 
playing a critical role in the success of Hispanic businesses 
throughout Essex County and New Jersey.

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