BEDC Young Professionals Elect Officers

(PRESS RELEASE) The Eagle Pass Business & Economic Development Committee (BEDC) Young Professionals Group (YPG) met on April 12, 2018, at the International Center for Trade. 

Mayor Ramsey English-Cantu led a discussion with the YPG members on “Civic Responsibility,” as part of the YPG’s monthly theme-based program.  Mayor English-Cantu talked to the group about the importance of public service, leadership, education, and maintaining a positive attitude when serving the community.

“Mayor English-Cantu delivered a powerful message to our young professionals and really connected with our group,” says Rachel Sahagun, YPG Lead Mentor.  “His words on the importance of humility, respect, hope and community service, were the perfect message for members to hear from our community’s top elected official,” adds Sahagun.  

The group also elected its officers, which will serve one-year terms.  These officers will serve on the YPG’s Cabinet and provide leadership to the YPG in support of business and economic development for Eagle Pass and the region.  Officer include: William Worrell (President), Victoria Garza (VP Membership), Jules Montalvo (VP Marketing), Marlén Ramirez (VP Program & Activities), and Ilse De Luna (VP Community Outreach). 

The Young Professionals Group is a leadership program of the Eagle Pass BEDC, Labor Workforce & Training Sub-Committee, aimed at retaining local talent by providing professional development, leadership skills, and community service opportunities for its members.  The Young Professionals Group is open to all working professionals between the ages of 21-35.  The group will hold its next networking mixer and business meeting on Thursday, May 10, 2018, at 6 p.m., at the International Center for Trade.  Next month’s theme is “Career Development,” and will feature Ronnie Rivera of Workforce Solutions Middle Rio Grande.  Ronnie also serves as the Vice-Chairman of the BEDC Labor Workforce & Training Sub-Committee. 

For more information, please contact ernie.gonzalez@emcstrategygroup.com or call 210.960.4340, ext. 101.