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Entrepreneur Ernie Gutierrez Receives 2010 Hispanic Business Elite Award From Nation’s Largest Hispanic Business Organization
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ntrepreneur, Founder and CEO of Allied Industries Inc., Ernie Guti-
errez was honored with a prestigious Hispanic Business Elite Award from the nation’s largest Hispanic business organization, the United States Hispan- ic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) at its convention in Dallas, Texas recently. This award is presented to the top 10 fastest growing Hispanic-owned busi- nesses in the United States and signi- fies achievement and great business success. “I am honored to receive this im-
portant award,” said Gutierrez. “Not only am I committed to the growth of my business, but I’m passionate about helping other Hispanic entrepreneurs to succeed as well.” Headquartered in Los Angeles and
founded in 1997, Allied Industries pro- vides environmental remediation, con- struction, and renewable energy ser- vices throughout the Western United States. Under the direction and leader- ship of Gutierrez, developing a com- pany culture providing unparalleled service and value to both its clients
and employees has led his company to experience dramatic growth in recent years.
Annual revenues jumped to $24.5
million in 2009, up from $4.5 million in 2005 and the company’s workforce surged from 80 to 200 employees. Sales are projected to reach $35 million for the current fiscal year. As an active participant in the Latin
business community, Gutierrez sits on the Board of Directors for the Califor- nia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and in 2010 served as Vice Chair of the Latin Business Association in Los An- geles. As President and CEO of Allied, he often speaks on various construc- tion and environmental issues for vari- ous public and private organizations and manages educational outreach on environmental and construction re- lated topics for clients and the commu- nity. His entrepreneurial success story serves as an inspiration to the millions of Hispanic entrepreneurs that make up the fastest growing business demo- graphic. Earlier this year, Gutierrez was
(Pictured from left to right:) Javier Palomarez- USHCC President, Ernie Gutierrez- CEO/Founder of Allied Industries, Inc., Jesús Chavarría-Hispanic Business Inc. CEO, and Nina Vaca, USHCC Chair.
awarded “2010 Entrepreneur of the Year” from San Diego County His- panic Chamber of Commerce while Al- lied was named “100 Fastest Growing Companies” by Hispanic Business. For more information on Mr. Ernie
Gutierrez or Allied Industries Inc., visit
http://www.alliedlead.com.
Source: Allied Industries, Inc. BBC Worldwide’s Jessica Rodriguez Named as One of the
Most Powerful Women in Cable actions, and strategic thinking that impacted the community. It celebrates women in the United States who took chances, made tremendous strides, and turned challenges into profitable busi- nesses within the cable industry. “I am honored to receive this rec- ognition,” said Jessica Rodriguez, Se- nior VP and General Manager, BBC Worldwide Latin America and U.S. Hispanic. “Many aspects of my job are challenging, ranging from launching
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BC Worldwide Channels an- nounced that Jessica Rodriguez,
Senior VP and General Manager, BBC Worldwide Latin America and U.S. Hispanic, was selected as one of the “Most Powerful Women in Cable 2010.” This coveted award sets the bench-
mark for excellence in cable by rec- ognizing the women who have made their mark on the industry by way of their leadership skills, innovative
76 HISPANIC NETWORK MAGAZINE Celebrating 19 Years of Diversity
channels in tough economic times and in mature markets to balancing content needs across multiple Latino cultures. Challenges are typical of our industry, however, they bring along with them opportunities for growth and taking measured risks that can have lucrative results.” A breakfast held today honoring
these women at the Grand Hyatt New York saw over 500 guests in attendance who enjoyed the remarks of renowned
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