EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Long-time El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Officer Cindy Ramos-Davidson has stepped down to “focus on her health and a battle with pancreatic cancer,” the business organization said on Friday, April 11.
Ramos-Davidson had been with the Hispanic Chamber 27 years.
“I would like to thank the many businesses that I have had the honor of connecting with over the years locally, statewide and nationally. I wish you all the very best,” Ramos-Davidson said in a news release issued by the Hispanic Chamber.
The Hispanic Chamber said: “Mrs. Ramos-Davidson has been a cornerstone of the El Paso business community for almost 40 years. Her leadership has empowered thousands of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, and she has played an instrumental role in shaping the growth and impact of the Chamber throughout the region.”
Effective immediately, Mary Helen Aldeis has been appointed interim CEO and will lead the organization during the transition, the Hispanic Chamber said. The chamber’s board will soon begin a formal search for a permanent CEO, the news release said.
Aldeis has been the director of the Women’s Business Border Center at the Hispanic Chamber.
“The Board of Directors, staff, and members of the Chamber are deeply grateful to Cindy for her extraordinary service, her visionary leadership, and her unwavering commitment to the small business community,” said Frank Spencer III, chairman of the Board of Directors. “She has been a champion, a mentor, and a tireless advocate for economic development and opportunity in El Paso.”
Spencer also said that organization is in good hands with Aldeis leading the transition.
“We are confident in Ms. Aldeis’ ability to guide the organization during this interim period and ensure continuity of service to our members and community,” he said.
The chamber added the following good-luck wishes to Ramos-Davidson: “The El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce extends its thoughts, prayers, and support to Mrs. Ramos-Davidson and her family. Her impact will be felt for generations, and her legacy of service will continue to inspire the work of the Chamber.”
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