Leadership El Paso

Leadership El Paso is the city's premiere leadership
enhancement program.

Leadership El Paso Class 32
Ms. Elena Acosta, Center Against Family Violence
Mr. Tony Benitez, New York Life Insurance Company
Mr. Dennis Berger, Freeport McMoRan Copper & Gold
Mr. David Carrasco, Lower Valley Water District
Ms. Blanca Castillo, JDW Insurance
Mr. Gerry Cichon, Housing Authority for the City of El Paso
Ms. Beverley Court, The University of Texas at El Paso
Mr. Patrick Espinoza, The Greater El Paso Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Jaime Farias, El Paso Community College
Ms. Natalia Flores, FirstLight Federal Credit Union
Ms. Christine Gallegos, Wells Fargo
Ms. Kim Garcia, Southwestern Industrial Contractors & Riggers Inc
Mr. Nick Gassaway, D&H Petroleum and Environmental Services
Ms. Leslie Goldman, Socorro Independent School District
Ms. Patsy Gomez, LULAC Project Amistad
Ms. Jacqueline Gonzalez, Physicians Health Choice
Mr. Justin Hahn, Rocky Mountain Mortgage Co.
Mr. Gary Hanson, Western Refining
Ms. Christina Kleberg, Junior League of El Paso
Mr. Eddie Kennedy, Range Commanders Council
Ms. Michele Lee, Twin Plant News
Mr. Jesus Longoria, Mexico Salsa Company, LLC
Ms. Emily Martin Loya, New York Life Insurance Company
Ms. Luz Marquez, El Paso Fire Department
Mr. Mark Medina, Moreno Cardenas Inc
Mr. Chris Montoya, El Paso Electric Co.
Ms. Marcela Navarrete, El Paso Water Utilities
Ms. Nancy Nelson, El Paso Community College
Mr. Homar Niestas, JDW Insurance
Ms. Krystal Parker, Texas Gas Service
Ms. Edy Payan, El Paso County Public Defender's Office
Mr. Arturo Ronquillo, United States Army
Ms. Nayda Santiago, Fort Bliss Plans, Analysis & Integration Office
Ms. Elizabeth Tapp, HCA Del Sol Medical Center
Ms. Amber Vargas, RMPersonnel, Inc.
Mr. David Veloz, United Blood Services
Dr. Ramiro Villeda, Villeda Consulting Group, Inc
Ms. Susanna Visconti, Susanna Visconti, P.C.
Mr. Sean White, Kemp Smith LLP

The Curriculum Officers: Class Chair, Mr. Kelly Duke, Sierra Providence Health Network; Immediate Past Chair, Ms. Deborah A. Zuloaga, United Way of El Paso; Mr. Marco Bencomo, JDW Insurance; Ms. Linda Caro, Desert View Homes; Ms. Jimena Centelles, JDW Insurance; Ms. Nancy Ellis, CASA; Mr. Ulises Estrada, CEA Group; Mr. Michael Guerra, The Ruben E. Guerra Company; Rene Hurtado, El Paso MHMR; Ms. Marina Monsisvais, UTEP; Ms. Laura Uribarri, UTEP; and Ms. Yvonne B. Ramirez, The Greater El Paso Chamber of Commerce.

A program of the Greater El Paso Chamber of Commerce, Leadership El Paso is a yearlong immersion into our community's greatest strengths and weaknesses; its historic past and promising future. It's a magnified look at current events in an arena where key decision-makers and class participants share frank discussions and creative ideas, forging new partnerships and influential networks. Now in its 30 th year, Leadership El Paso look s for the best the city has to offer. While more than 100 people are expected to apply this year, only 40 will be selected to participate.

SELECTION: Participation in Leadership El Paso is open to individuals with a demonstrated commitment to community service. Preference is given to those who have achieved leadership positions in their field, and who are likely to be tapped for greater community responsibility.

The Selection Committee of Leadership El Paso will choose participants based upon the information provided on this application. In reviewing applications, the committee will look for participants who demonstrate the commitment and motivation to serve El Paso. To reflect El Paso's diversity, the committee seeks a broad cross-section of individuals active in business, education, politics, the arts, religion, government and community-based organizations; and representing a variety of ethnic and minority backgrounds.

Businesses may submit an unlimited number of applications, but no more than two persons per business will be chosen. If not selected, applicants are encouraged to re-apply for the following program year. Applicants must have lived or worked in the El Paso area for the 12 months immediately preceding the submission of the application.

TUITION: The tuition of $1, 4 00.00 covers all program costs. In many cases, employers sponsor the participation of an employee, but a limited number of partial scholarships are available. Please do not allow the cost of the program to become the deciding factor in whether you submit an application.

COMMITMENT: Leadership El Paso is an intensive learning experience requiring commitment (calendar attached) including:

• Attendance at a minimum of eight all-day, (7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) monthly sessions and the two-day overnight retreat.

• Participation in at least three field trips and the class project.

FOCUS: During the year, our curriculum focuses on key issues facing our city. Experts on topics such as e conomic development , the military, healthcare, social services and quality of life moderate sessions, while key decision-makers provide briefings. That allows class members priceless opportunities to pose in-depth questions and engage in frank discussions on hot topics and current events.

TO APPLY: Complete and return an application or contact Yvonne Ramirez at 534-0526 or yramirez@elpaso.org for more information. If you cannot meet the required commitments at this time, please pass this application on to someone who may benefit from this unique experience.

Divisional Mission

The goal of Leadership El Paso is to create and manage Leadership Initiatives toward the end of establishing the Chamber as the city's premier leadership incubator.

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