MCALLEN, Texas – The Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization at UT-Rio Grande Valley has become the first student organization to join the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Skyler Howell, UTRGV student senator and president of the Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization, said the membership marks a milestone for students and professionals alike.
“It is an honor for the Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization at UTRGV to be the first student organization to join the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce,” Howell said.
“This partnership is a significant milestone, as it marks the beginning of a powerful partnership between established professionals and tomorrow’s leaders. We believe this milestone will open doors for mentorship, collaboration and opportunities that prosper our region and local economy. Most importantly, we hope it inspires other student organizations to step forward, get involved and see themselves as part of the region’s growth story today instead of tomorrow.”
Cynthia Sakulenzki, president of the RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, said the chamber welcomes the new members and their role in the local economy.
“We are thrilled to welcome the Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization to our chamber community,” Sakulenzki said. “Their involvement highlights the importance of cultivating the next generation of leaders and innovators in the Rio Grande Valley. Together, we can create meaningful mentorship opportunities and collaborative initiatives that strengthen our local economy and community.”
The Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization invited Sakulenzki to speak to its members in February as part of its Entrepreneur Talk series.
“A chamber of commerce is like a club and there’s benefits to being a chamber member,” Sakulenzki told the students. “We host a lot of workshops throughout the year that deal directly with business, health, education, international affairs. Anything that affects the Rio Grande Valley.”
Click here to watch a video recording of Sakulenzki’s presentation to the Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization.
Sakulenzki said RGVHCC continues to expand its membership to include organizations committed to professional growth, economic development and community engagement.
“The addition of the student organization helps strengthen connections between students and the business community,” she added.
