L.E.A.D. East End
L.E.A.D. East End is dedicated to developing and coaching next-level management, focusing on individuals and companies aiming to advance their careers and businesses. This educational series emphasizes the value of professional development and community involvement.
The 6-month program consists of six customized sessions, guided by East End business and community leaders who share best practices for emerging leaders in today's business environment. For additional information contact chamber@eecoc.org.
Thank You to Our 2024 L.E.A.D. East End Sponsors
2024 L.E.A.D. East End Members
Aldo Aguilar I Space City Union
Marisa Carrasco I Houston Community College - SE
Brandon Castillo I SERJobs
Alexis Chaves I New Hope Housing, Inc
Tami Curry I New Hope Housing, Inc
Adalia Espinosa I Houston Community College - SE
Lilia Garza I Regions Bank
Kolby Griffin I Watco
Mitchell James I LK Industries
Dana Kuhn I Excargo Services
Samantha Leal I The Gonzalez Law Group, PLLC
Ximena Mondragon I University of Houston
Yvette Pena I The Gonzalez Law Group, PLLC
Kevin Quist I New Hope Housing, Inc
Erick Retana I East End District
Romana Retiwala I SERJobs
Consuelo Rodriguez I Port Houston
Andrea 'Toby' Tobias I Houston East End Chamber of Commerce
Sonia Velazquez I Houston Heart Health
Priscila Zeziola I J.L. Proler Iron & Steel Company
About L.E.A.D. East End
PROGRAM DETAILS:
- Chamber Members Only
- Max 20 Participants
- Pricing: $1,500 per person
- 6 Month Program + Graduation Celebration
- 2 Hour Courses | 9:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.
- At various East End business locations
- Understanding Leadership and Management
- Managing Company Culture
- Diversity in the Workforce
- The difference between Sales and Marketing and its impact on Revenue Generation
- Inspirational Success Stories
- Learning about the rich history of the East End and its importance to Houston
- Exclusive introductions to East End C-Suite business leaders
Application Process
- Applications will be available January 2025.
- East End Chamber Board of Directors will review, and approve all applications that meet eligibility requirements.
- The class is limited to 20 members.
Sponsorship Opportunities
EXCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP ENGAGEMENT ADVANCEMENT DEVELOPMENT SPONSOR | $10,000
- L.E.A.D East End Class of 2024 Presented by (Your Company Logo)
- Opportunity to make brief remarks at the start of each program day
- Brand recognition on day-of materials
- Name listed on website
- Opportunity for a company representative to speak at various events during the program
- Enroll 2 participants in the program
- Opportunity to host session day at the site
- Reinforce the impact of your organization by sharing a collateral piece with participants
- Present remarks at the Opening and Graduation Programs
SHARED L.E.A.D SPONSOR | $5,000
- L.E.A.D East End Class of 2024 Supported by (Your Company Logo)
- Opportunity to make brief remarks at the start of each program day
- Brand recognition on day-of materials
- Name listed on website
- Opportunity to host session day at the site
- Enroll 1 participant in the program
- Opportunity for a company representative to speak at various events during the program
- Reinforce the impact of your organization by sharing a collateral piece with participants
SUPPORTING L.E.A.D SPONSOR | $2,000
- L.E.A.D East End Class of 2024 Supported by (Your Company Name)
- Opportunity to make brief remarks at one of the six programs
- Brand recognition on day-of materials
- Name listed on Chamber website
- Reinforce the impact of your organization by sharing a collateral piece with participants
L.E.A.D. Pictures
L.E.A.D. Alumni
2023 L.E.A.D. Participants
Tiffany Tillotson I New Hope Housing, Inc.
Rick English I New Hope Housing, Inc.
Cherise Childs I New Hope Housing, Inc.
Lilya Keeton I New Hope Housing, Inc.
Christy Yuen I Excargo Services
Obed Canjura I El Centro De Corazon
Fernando Perez I SERJobs
Tamara Hoodye I HCC Southeast College
Esther Reyes I HCC Southeast College
Kryshon Bratton I Piper Whitney Construction LLC
Gloria Zenteno I Barrio Dogs
Crystal Garcia I Cottonwood Closing Company,LLC
Ronnie Palitos I Stage Ready
Natasha Ainsworth I Port Houston
Cathryn Martinez I Calpine Corporation
Eddie Soto I Space City Credit Union
Mackenzie Wolf I Houston East End Chamber of Commerce
2022 L.E.A.D. Participants
Alejandra Campos-Guerrero I Houston Community College SE
Ebony Fleming I BakerRipley
Bianca Gaytan I El Centro de Corazon
Willi Gerami I West Gulf Maritme Association
Lexie Graham I Excargo Services
Alberto Mancillas I BakerRipley
Marissa Martinez I SERJobs
Diana Mercado I New Hope Housing,Inc
James Nash I West Gulf Maritime Association
Chinwenwor Ofuru I West Gulf Maritime Association
Michael Perez I SERJobs
Virginia Perez I West Gulf Maritime Association
Eva Quiroz I East End District
Patricia Rosas I The Center for Pursuit
Brenda Ruiz I Port Houston
Diana Trevino I Houston East End Chamber of Commerce
Lucinea Canyfer Vasquez I Taqueria Monchys
Fermin Alfredo Vasquez I Taqueria Monchys
Anaida Vazquez I VICO Mfg, Inc.
Chelsea Wauson I West Gulf Maritime Association
Terrick Wyatt I BakerRipley
Veronica Zavala I Regions Bank
2019 L.E.A.D. Participants
Joseph Toussaint I CenterPoint Energy
Hector Beltran I Morales Funeral Home
Jean Carlo Enriquez I NRG
Jamaur Barnes I BakerRipley
Jorge Olvera I El Centro de Corazon
Claire Bey I Houston Golf Association
Lauren Mayorga I HCC
Shamika Piggee I New Hope Housing, Inc.
Mou Sarkar I SERJobs
Felicia Hines I SERJobs
Citlalli Martinez I West Gulf Maritime Association
Karina Lazoya I BakerRipley
Yesenia Rios I El Centro de Corazon