As we get into the holiday season, I’m thinking more and more about gratitude. Typically, my whirlwind schedule means I bounce from one activity to another, but as often as I can, I reflect on the things I’m thankful for. Those brief quiet moments sometimes come when I’m getting ready in the morning, after I’ve caught a plane, or as …
The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation hosted its second annual Gala in Dallas Nov. 9 at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. Contributions from the event support the Foundation so it can provide programs and scholarships for thousands of Latinos in business each year. Pinnacle Group CEO & Chairman Nina Vaca, who serves as the USHCC Foundation Chairman …
Some of the best business minds in the country are headed to one of the best parties of the year – the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation Gala this Thursday. It’s a delight to showcase my hometown of Dallas for the second time in two months. Last month, thousands joined us here for three jam-packed days of education, inspiration, …
Nina Vaca, Founder, CEO & Chairman of Pinnacle Group, was honored as a recipient of the Woman of Distinction Award by the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas at the Women of Distinction Luncheon Nov. 3 in Dallas. She was awarded alongside Sara Martineau, a remarkable philanthropist. Awards were also presented to education advocate Todd Williams, who received the Man Enough …
I can’t wait to participate in the Texas Conference for Women – the largest women’s conference in the state! Thousands of women will come together in Austin this week to swap ideas, join forces, and make lasting change across Texas and beyond. Seeing so many women invest in each other’s success is beyond inspiring. The conference fosters personal and professional …
Nina Vaca, Founder, CEO & Chairman of Pinnacle Group, was honored as a recipient of the 2017 Mosaic Woman Trailblazer Award by Diversity Woman at the 12th Annual Diversity Women Business Leadership Conference Oct. 20 at National Harbor. She was awarded alongside Diana Broussard, an esteemed accessory designer who received the Mosaic Woman Pioneer Award, and Jo Ann C. Jenkins, …
Until this year, the last time the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce National Convention was in my hometown of Dallas, was in 2010 and things have certainly changed. Seven years ago, I’d just started as Chairman of the Chamber. Now, I’m Chairman Emeritus, and Chairman of the USHCC Foundation. The Chamber has since expanded – it now promotes more …
Pinnacle Group CEO & Chairman Nina Vaca presented the Lifetime Achievement Award to Sheila E. at the Women That Soar Gala, one of the few televised events where women are celebrated, particularly those who have been through many obstacles to get here. “Women all across the country were inspired by other women. It’s so important to have these role models because you can’t be, …