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Life and In-BetweenJ.R. Gonzales CHAMPION OF HISPANIC BUSINESS, EXECUTIVE VICE CHAIR, TAMACCJ.R. Gonzales CHAMPION OF HISPANIC BUSINESS, EXECUTIVE VICE CHAIR, TAMACC2025-06-021h 28
NewsRamp Real Estate PodcastTAMACC Urges Hearing and Advancement of Fair Business Reimbursement Act to Support Texas RetailersThe Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce (TAMACC) is urging the House Committee on Ways and Means to hear and advance House Bill 2428—the Fair Business Reimbursement Act. The bill aims to update the reimbursement rate for credit card and digital transactions, providing fairness and relief to Texas retailers without reducing the total tax owed to the state. By supporting small and minority-owned businesses, this bill seeks to address the disproportionate impact of the current system and bolster the state's economy.2025-04-1002 min
Latino Business ReportModernizing Texas Tax Policy: How HB 2428 Empowers RetailersEpisode 110 – Fairness for Small Biz: The Fight for HB 2428 in Texas
Latino Business Report
Welcome to the show! In this episode, we’re diving into a critical conversation unfolding right here in Texas—one that could reshape how small businesses across the state operate and survive.
We’re joined by two powerhouse guests:
🔹 Eddie Lucio III – Former State Representative who served eight terms representing House District 38. During his time in the Legislature, he chaired key committees and led impactful work on education, healthcare, water security, and consumer protections. Now, he’s a practicing atto...2025-04-0827 min
Persistence in Adversity with Dr. AdamePodcast with Dr. Adame: JR Gonzales, Entrepreneur, Podcaster, & Political StrategistJ.R. Gonzales is a native from Mercedes Texas and has become accomplished business owner, entrepreneur, political strategist, and public speaker who has dedicated his career to advocating for issues affecting Latino and minority communities. With over 20 years of experience in leadership positions at the Texas Association of Mexican American Chambers of Commerce (TAMACC), he has established himself as a respected voice in the Hispanic business community. In addition, he serves on the Export-Import Bank of the United States Council on Small Business. Prior to his current positions, Gonzales served as Chairman of the Board and president of the United...2023-05-131h 11
Builders of AuthorityEp #31: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month w/J.R. GonzalesToday we have another great episode lined up for you. I originally got connected with this guest via Hite Digital, and a fellow franchisee Tatiana Chamorro. Not only is he an incredible leader and entrepreneur, but he’s also going to talk to us about Hispanic Heritage Month, which is celebrated here in September. This is something that I’m also very excited to learn more about, and is close to my heart because of my amazing team and ties to Nicaragua specifically.My guest today is J.R. Gonzales. He is the Executive Vice-Chair of the Texa...2022-09-2930 min
Latino Business ReportA Reckless Anti-Immigration Lawsuit Challenges Texas Tuition LawsEpisode 38 - In this episode the Latino Business Report Chief Legal Analyst for IDRA Paige Duggins – Clay talks about the amicus brief IDRA filed in the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. The amicus brief was filed on behalf of 12 student, business, and higher education organizations in a case that began as a reckless anti-immigrant attack but that has far-reaching consequences for all Texans.
TAMACC Joins IDRA Amicus Brief - https://bit.ly/3TbcQv5
2022-08-2322 min
Latino Business ReportVaccine Hesitancy Among Texas Hispanics: A Study by Texas State UniversityEpisode 36 - In this episode, we talk about the ongoing battle with COVID-19 and vaccine hesitancy among Texas Hispanics. To get a better understanding of why Hispanics are hesitant to get the vaccine, TAMACC partnered with Texas State University to conduct a study. Two of the three professors that conducted the study are interviewed on this podcast, Jennifer Scharlach, Assistant Professor of Practice, Program Coordinator, Texas State University, and Dr. Vanessa de Macedo Higgins Joyce, Associate Professor, Texas State University.
While the COVID-19 vaccination gap between Texas Hispanics and non-Hispanics has decreased, vaccination hesitancy is still an i...2022-08-0239 min
SAHCC VOICESCookies, Camp, & Core Values: Girl Scouts SWTXWith Veteran's Day around the corner, we were honored to record with Major General Angie Salinas, U.S. Marine Corps (Retired) and CEO, Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas. General Salinas shared a bit about her own story and military background, the importance of the Girl Scouts program, and how it has evolved through the Pandemic while maintaining its strong core values of courage, confidence, and character amidst their signature cookies and camp programs.About Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas:Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better...2021-11-0526 min
Latino Business ReportSay Adiós to Covid : What Hispanic Owned Business Can Do to Help Fight Covid.Episode 24 - In this episode learn how Hispanic-owned businesses and organizations are working together to help fight Covid and overcome vaccine hesitancy in the Hispanic community.
To become a part of the Say Adiós to Covid campaign go to www.sayadiostocovid.com or call the TAMACC office at 512-444-5727. This effort is made possible by Your Shot Texas
This podcast episode is a recording of a broadcast by News Radio 1080 KRLD
2021-09-0815 min