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2026 United Awards Gala: Henry Baldwin Award
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO Honoring Excellence in Business Leadership The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is proud to honor David…
2026 United Awards Gala: Dora Cervera Mirabal Women’s Leadership Award
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO Honoring Leadership and Service The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize Tina Lain…
2026 United Awards Gala: Community Partner of the Year
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO Honoring a Trusted Community Partner The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is proud to honor the…
Now Streaming A Year of Leadership and Impact
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO Last night’s gathering brought the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce together with a simple reminder…
United Corpus Christi Chamber 2026 Sponsorship Opportunities:
Jessica Furdock Chief Marketing Officer The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that 2026 sponsorship opportunities are officially open!…
Celebrate Pink Friday in Corpus Christi with Local Shopping
Gloria Fuentes VP, Membership Engagement Pink Friday is officially here, and if you love discovering hidden gems and supporting local businesses, this…
Corpus Christi City Council Takes Important Step Forward on Inner Harbor Desalination Project
Ginny Cross VP of Advocacy At this week’s City Council meeting, members took an important step toward strengthening Corpus Christi’s long-term water…
Government Nears Conclusion After a Tumultuous Session
Ginny Cross VP, Advocacy The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce welcomes the end of the federal government shutdown and the bipartisan…
Something Strange is Happening at the Chamber
A night worth streaming. A story worth celebrating. Al Arreola Jr, IOM President & CEO The lights are flickering, the synths are warming…
Hope Frances Rangel Earns Second National Goal Getter Award
Hope Frances Rangel VP, Economic Empowerment Lemonade Day Coastal Bend is proud to celebrate a remarkable achievement as our City Director, Hope…
Celebrating Three Years of Growth and Impact at the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO This month marks three years since I stepped into the role of President and CEO at…
How the Federal Government Shutdown Impacts Coastal Bend Businesses and Military Families
Ginny Cross VP of Advocacy Shutdowns are harmful to the economy, the American people, and U.S. national security. The current federal government shutdown,…
Every Seat Counts: How We Can Help Bring More Flights to Corpus Christi
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO When Frontier Airlines’ first direct flight from Corpus Christi to Denver took off, I had the privilege of…
Understanding Texas Proposition 4: Investing in Our Water Future
Ginny Cross VP, Government & Community Affairs As Texans prepare to head to the polls on November 4, 2025, one of the most…
TWIA Reviews 2025 Budget, Announces Upcoming Meeting In Corpus Christi, And Opens Public Comment Opportunities
Ginny Cross VP, Government & Community Affairs The Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) Board of Directors met on October 8 to review information related…
Jessica Furdock Named a Top 3 Finalist for Sports Partner of the Year
Jessica Furdock Chief Marketing Officer We are thrilled to announce that Jessica Furdock, Chief Marketing Officer of the United Corpus Christi Chamber of…
A Simple Meal With A Powerful Mission: Corpus Christi Metro Ministries for the 34th Annual Poor Man’s Supper
Patty Clark Metro Ministries, CEO Join Corpus Christi Metro Ministries for the 34th Annual Poor Man’s Supper on Thursday, October 16, 2025,…
Nominations Now Open for the 2026 United Corpus Christi Chamber Awards Gala
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce that nominations are now open…
Standing United Through the Federal Shutdown
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO As our nation navigates the current federal government shutdown, the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce…
Inspiring Leadership: Cindy Barrera Named The Bend Magazine’s HER 2025 Industry Leader
Zac Castaneda Executive Liaison The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate our Chairwoman, Cindy Barrera, who has been…
Advocacy at Work: Congressman Cloud Secures Major Wins for Corpus Christi Army Depot in 2026 NDAA
Congressman Michael Cloud Texas District 27 Congressman Michael Cloud (TX-27) announced a series of key victories in the House’s advancement of…
Advocacy at Work: CB to DC Tourism Issue Team Recap
Brook Kaufman Tourism Issue Team Captain Tourism: Gateway for Trade and VisitorsWhen traveling to Washington, D.C. to lead Team Tourism as a…
Advocacy at Work: CB to DC Energy & Natural Resources Issue Team Recap
Callie Walker Energy & Natural Resources Issue Team Captain Energy & Natural Resources: Balancing Growth and StewardshipStanding in DC, I felt a…
Advocacy at Work: CB to DC Infrastructure Issue Team Recap
Gus Barrera Infrastructure Issue Team Captain Infrastructure: Connecting Commerce and CommunitiesInfrastructure has always been close to my heart, because it’s about more…
Advocacy at Work: CB to DC Small Business Issue Team Recap
Moses Mostaghasi Small Business Issue Team Captain Small Business: The Backbone of Our EconomyWhen I traveled to Washington, I brought with me…
Advocacy at Work: CB to DC Workforce Issue Team Recap
Bert Quintanilla Workforce Issue Team Captain This September, the Workforce Team from the Coastal Bend joined the United Chamber’s annual advocacy trip…
Advocacy at Work: CB to DC Coastal Resilience Issue Team Recap
Sharon Murphy Coastal Resilience Team Captain When I spoke in Washington, I wanted our federal partners to see the Coastal Bend the…
Get Your Geek on at Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History’s 2025 Geek Gala
Amy Frye Corpus Christi Museum of Science & History Strategic Initiatives Manager Corpus Christi, TX – The Corpus Christi Museum of Science…
Back to School Means Back to YOU! September Specials at Borchard Aesthetics & Wellness!
Velma Borchard, FNP-BC Borchard Aestrhetics & Wellness Co Owner As school routines return and the summer winds down, it’s the perfect time…
2025 KEDT Classic Brew Presented by AEP
Emily Salazer KEDT Director of Digital Content, Webmaster Get ready, Corpus Christi! One of the most anticipated annual events is back, and…
Celebrating the 2025 Lemonade Day Coastal Bend Entrepreneurs of the Year
Hope Frances Rangel VP, Economic Empowerment 🍋✨Happy World Entrepreneurs Day! ✨🍋 There is no better day than today to celebrate the future of…
Discover Villa Tesoros – Our Newest Chamber Member!
Gloria Fuentes VP, Membership Engagement At the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce, one of our favorite things to do is highlight…
Building Connections, Celebrating Success: The Chamber Ambassador Committee
Gloria Fuentes VP, Membership Engagement At the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce, our Ambassador Committee plays a vital role in strengthening…
Marketing in Motion: Jessica Furdock Honored at 2025 Corpus Christi Under 40
Jessica Furdock Chief Marketing Officer We’re proud to celebrate an exciting moment for the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce. Our Chief Marketing…
TWIA Board Votes Against Rate Increase for 2025
Ginny Cross VP of Advocacy On August 5, the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) Board of Directors voted to file a 0…
The Bar B Q Man Story: A Corpus Christi Classic
Matthew De Shields The Bar-B-Q Man Barbecue runs deep in my family. You could say the sauce is in our blood. Since…
Advocacy at Work: Why Our Voice Matters on Water
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO At the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce, advocacy is not a buzzword. It is a…
Water We Waiting For? A Critical Vote on Corpus Christi’s Water Future
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO This Tuesday, July 29 Corpus Christi’s City Council will consider a pivotal vote on the future…
Leadership in Action: Gloria Fuentes Selected For LCC Class 54
Gloria Fuentes VP of Member Engagement We are thrilled to share that our very own Gloria Fuentes, Vice President of Member Engagement,…
Introducing Corpus Christi’s Next Wave of Leaders: LCC Class 54
Sammie Ramon Leadership Corpus Christi General Chair Class 54 The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the participants…
Securing Water, Securing Our Future: The Clear, Permitted, and Proven Path Forward
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO At city council today, the council members will be briefed on the Inner Harbor Water Treatment Campus,…
Texas Special Session Begins: Lawmakers Face Urgent Challenges on Flood Response and Redistricting
Ginny Cross VP, Government & Community Affairs Yesterday, Texas lawmakers return to Austin for a special legislative session with just 30 days…
Introducing the 2025 CB to DC Advocacy Trip Chairs & Issue Team Priorities
Mark Scott, John Marez 2025 CB to DC Trip Chairs The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce our…
A Win for TWIA Policyholders: TWIA Committee Recommends No Rate Hike for 2025
Ginny Cross VP, Government & Community Affairs Coastal property owners received encouraging news this week from the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA)….
Salute to the Military 2025: Honoring Service, Celebrating Community
Ginny Cross VP, Government & Community Affairs The 2025 Salute to the Military Luncheon presented by Corpus Christi Medical Center was a…
Growth Is Happening Here And We’re All a Part of It
John Hanzalik TFW Construction As the owner of TFW Construction, a steel fabrication company rooted right here in our community, I’ve seen…
A Bridge to the Future and a Moment to Be Bold
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO Today, Corpus Christi crosses into a new era. With the opening of the northbound lanes, the…
Standing Strong for the Texas Hill Country and Kerr County
Al Arreola, Jr. President & CEO The recent flooding that swept through the Texas Hill Country and Kerr County has left…
Charting New Waters: 2025 Progress and Upcoming Celebration
Jesse Gilbert Texas State Aquarium, President/CEO I am pleased to share highlights from the first half of 2025 with you. It…
Legislative Wins That Will Power the Coastal Bend Forward
The 2025 Texas Legislative Session resulted in significant victories for the Coastal Bend, thanks to the leadership of local legislators….
A Grateful City Honors 250 Years of Army Strength
Mayor Paulette Guajardo City of Corpus Christi This year, we celebrate a monumental milestone: the 250th birthday of the United States Army. 🇺🇸 As…
What Happened at City Hall: Recap of the June 10th City Council Meeting
Ginny Cross VP Government Affairs This week’s City Council meeting was a powerful reminder of how closely our local government decisions impact…
Continuing the Climb: Chamber Staff Completes Year Three at the Institute for Organization Management (IOM)
Jessica Furdock Chief Marketing Officer We’re proud to celebrate an important milestone in professional development and leadership growth for our team. Last…
Skylar Villa Announced as Executive Assistant to the President & CEO
Skylar Villa Executive Assistant to the President & CEO The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the promotion…
Anchors Aweigh: United Chamber Forms Maritime Task Force to Steer Local Careers Toward the Port
Amy Granberry Immediate Past-Chairwoman There’s something inspiring about standing on the deck of a ship, looking toward the horizon, and realizing that…
Investing in Local Talent: Maddy Duque Joins Chamber Full-Time as Program Support Coordinator
Maddy Duque has joined the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce as the new Program Support Coordinator after serving as…
United in Remembrance This Memorial Day
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO This Memorial Day, we pause as a community to honor the brave men and women who…
2025 Torch Awards for Ethics and Spark Awards
Katie Galan Better Business Bureau The BBB Torch Awards for Ethics and Spark Awards are an annual celebration to honor exceptional businesses…
Protecting Our Strategic Edge: CCAD, Jobs, and the Urgency of Action
Kresten Cook South Texas Military Task Force, Exec. Dir. In response to ongoing job losses at the Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD),…
Support for Texas Mariculture Heads to Senate Finance Committee
Ginny Cross VP of Government & Community Affairs The Texas Legislature is entering the final stretch of the regular session, and several…
Support HB 3689: Strengthening Coastal Resilience and Economic Stability
Ginny Cross VP, Government & Community Affairs The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is proud to support House Bill 3689—an important…
ICYMI: Infrastructure and Mobility Committee Tackles Water and Streets
Mitra Kahn, Highway Barricades Infrastructure & Mobility Chair If you missed this month’s Infrastructure and Mobility Committee meeting, you missed an engaging…
Texas Has a $6.6 Billion Opportunity: South Texas Champions House Bill 3844 for Opportunity Youth
Bert Quintanilla Chair, Education & Workforce Committee I’m proud to share a powerful example of how our region is shaping statewide policy…
Celebrating Texas Small Business Week: Honoring the Heart of Our Economy
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO As we celebrate Small Business Week in Texas, we recognize the incredible entrepreneurs who fuel our local…
United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce Announces New Digital Content Coordinator: Rian Schultz
Esther Pokladnik Chief Financial Officer The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the promotion of Rian Schultz to…
United Chamber President/CEO Named One of South Texas’ Top 100 Power Players
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO We are proud to share that our President & CEO, Al Arreola Jr., has been named…
Help Us Support Opportunity Youth: Why HB 3844 Matters for Texas’ Future Workforce
Hope Frances Rangel VP Economic Empowerment The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is calling on our members, partners, and community leaders…
Corpus Christi Designated as an Official Coast Guard City
Kresten Cook South Texas Military Task Force, Exec. Director We are proud to share some exciting and historic news for our community….
Advocacy Alert – Rolling Cameras, Full Hotels
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO Big decisions are happening at the Capitol this week, and your voice can help shape Corpus…
Jessica Furdock Named Chief Marketing Officer of the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Furdock Chief Marketing Officer The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the promotion of Jessica Furdock to…
Protecting Small Businesses in a Digital World
Cindy Barrera Board Chair In today’s digital age, cyber threats are more than just an IT issue—they’re a serious risk to the…
What Small Businesses Need to Know About the Latest Tariff Changes
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO At the United Corpus Christi Chamber, we’re committed to keeping our members ahead of the curve—especially…
Celebrating our Chamber March Madness Winner: Dalia L. Brem of Astella Health
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Chamber March Madness Tournament—a new Ambassador event designed not only to…
Meet the Interns of the United Corpus Christi Chamber
Jessica Furdock VP, Events At the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce, we’re proud to support the growth of young professionals through…
Important Update on the Latest U.S. Tariff Developments: What You Need to Know
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO As a valued member of the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce, we believe it’s crucial to…
Support SB 1250 & HB 2877: A Crucial Opportunity for Corpus Christi
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO At the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce, we believe a thriving city begins with smart…
Home To Texas Scholarship Program: Employers Needed
Arturo Marquez City of Corpus Christi, Economic Development Director The Home to Texas™ Internship Program is a scholarship-funded summer initiative developed by…
Take Action: Support HB 3689 for Fair, Transparent Coastal Insurance Reform
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce is proud to support House Bill 3689, legislation that ensures…
United for a Strong Start: Q1 Highlights & Momentum
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO As we wrap up the first quarter of 2025, I want to take a moment to…
Texas Legislative Update: Key Bills to Watch
Ginny Cross VP Govt Affairs The Texas legislative session is in full swing, and March 14 marked the deadline for lawmakers to file…
SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Texas Businesses and Residents Affected by Welder Complex Fire
Hope Rangel VP, Economic Development The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that low-interest federal disaster loans are now available for…
A Historic Milestone for Corpus Christi: Advancing Our Water Future
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO Today marks a monumental step forward for the Coastal Bend as the Texas Commission on Environmental…
Chamber March Madness Tournament: Ambassadors Rising to the Challenge!
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Chamber March Madness Tournament—a new Ambassador event designed not only to…
Tracking Key Legislation in the 89th Texas Legislative Session
As the 89th Texas Legislative Session progresses, we are closely monitoring several bills that impact water resources, windstorm insurance, tourism,…
Exploring Diverse Water Solutions for Economic Growth
Access to a reliable water supply is not just a public utility issue—it’s an economic imperative. As Corpus Christi continues…
Celebrating Creativity: Our Big Wins at the American Advertising Awards
This year’s American Advertising Awards, hosted by AAF-Coastal Bend, was a spectacular celebration of creativity and excellence in advertising….
United Chamber Adopts Water Emergency Resolution
Water is the lifeblood of our region’s economic prosperity. From small businesses to major industries, a reliable and drought-proof water…
Governor Abbott Congratulates Corpus Christi as Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community
Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated the City of Corpus Christi on being designated as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community…
Drought Resilience Workforce Stability Grant Program: Supporting Corpus Christi Small Businesses
Drought Resilience Workforce Stability Grant Program, a crucial initiative aimed at supporting local small businesses impacted by the Stage-3 water…
Unleashing the Madness: Chamber March Madness Tournament for Ambassadors
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Chamber March Madness Tournament—a new Ambassador event designed not only to…
Coastal Bend Day: A Unified Voice for Regional Advocacy in Austin
Coastal Bend Day was a powerful demonstration of collaboration and advocacy, made possible through the joint efforts of your Chamber,…
United Chamber Joins Statewide Water Coalition
Al Arreola Jr President & CEO A statewide coalition of Texas business leaders and organizations, including the United Corpus Christi Chamber of…
CB to ATX 2025: Advocating for the Coastal Bend’s Future
Al Arreola Jr. President & CEO The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce remains steadfast in advocating for policies and investments that…
A Broad View of AI and How it Will Affect Operations
Dr. Chris Ardueser AGDA Consulting The internet has changed how we do business, connect with consumers, and the speed of communication, among…
Governor Abbott Declares Water Infrastructure Funding Emergency Item
Chamber Applauds Action to Protect Texas and the Coastal Bend’s Future Al Arreola Jr President & CEO The United Corpus Christi Chamber of…
A Night to Remember: Celebrating Leadership, Laughter & Legacy at United Night Live
Cindy Barrera Board Chair I want to share a heartfelt thank you with everyone who attended the United Corpus Christi Chamber of…
AS STAGE 3 WATER RESTRICTIONS ARE IN EFFECT, CHAMBER JOINS STATEWIDE EFFORT FOR DEDICATED WATER FUNDING
Ginny Cross VP Government Affairs The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce (the Chamber) is taking an active role in a statewide…
Securing Our Future: Addressing the Coastal Bend’s Growing Water Crisis Together
David Leo Policy Committee Chair Water is essential to advancing economic development and meeting the needs of businesses and residents. However, the…
Celebrating January as Mentorship Month: Unlocking Opportunities with the United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce
Cindy Barrera Board Chair January marks National Mentorship Month, a time to celebrate the transformative power of mentorship in shaping futures, strengthening…
