Friday, March 6, 2026

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Walmart’s Annual Open Call

Entrepreneurs Wanted

 

Are you an entrepreneur with a shelf-ready product made, grown, or assembled in the U.S.? Don't miss the opportunity to showcase your products and receive valuable feedback on your pitch during a stop on the Road to Open Call tour.

 

Selected entrepreneurs can even earn a coveted fast pass to our exclusive Open Call event in Bentonville, Arkansas. During Open Call 2025, 100+ entrepreneurs secured deals to sell their products on Walmart or Sams Club shelves or online at Walmart.com. Are you next?

 

This Years Tour Stops

  • April 9: Los Angeles, CA - (Applications close March 20)
  • April 15: New Orleans, LA - (Applications close March 27)
  • May 14: Dallas, TX - (Applications close April 24)
  • May 21: Orlando, FL - (Applications close May 1)
  • May 25-29: Baltimore, MD - (Applications close May 8)
  • June 11: Indianapolis, IN - (Applications close May 22)
  • June 18: Salt Lake City, UT - (Applications close May 29)
  • June 24: Atlanta, GA - (Applications close June 5)

 

Click HERE to apply for a spot at one of the stops on the Road to Open Call.

 

Questions about Open Call? Find answers to frequently asked questions HERE.

TDLR Rule Change Raises Concerns for Texas Businesses and Skilled Workers


The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) started a new rule that could block thousands of hardworking Texans from legally practicing their professions.


For years, skilled workers without a Social Security number could obtain a license using an International Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) and an affidavit. As of January, that option is no longer available; applicants will need a Social Security number.


This change affects barbers, cosmetologists, massage therapists, HVAC professionals, midwives, dietitians, and many more, threatening small businesses and putting local economies at risk. Many of these workers have paid taxes, built businesses, and supported their communities for years.


TAMACC and partner organizations are speaking out: this rule could worsen labor shortages, shut down businesses, and cost Texas economic growth. The state has not conducted a full economic impact study before moving forward.

Texas Business Owners Fight Back Against Hancock’s Assault on Minority Contractors


On Monday, March 2, four Texas business owners and a trade association took a stand against the state, suing acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock after he recklessly stripped minority- and women-owned businesses from the Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Program. Created in the 1990s to give these businesses a fair shot at state contracts, the program has been gutted under Hancock’s unilateral actions.


Plaintiffs, including Houston-based Ipsum General Contractors and the Greater Houston chapter of the National Association of Minority Contractors, are calling out Hancock for blatant overreach, cutting businesses out of lucrative opportunities without so much as due process. Lead counsel Alphonso David slammed the move, declaring, “The Legislature passes the laws, not the comptroller.”


Hancock’s changes have decimated participation, slashing the program from more than 15,000 businesses to fewer than 500—following Gov. Greg Abbott’s 2025 executive order banning DEI policies in state agencies. Plaintiffs are demanding immediate judicial intervention to restore the program while the lawsuit proceeds.


For Hispanic and minority-owned businesses, this is more than a legal fight—it’s a battle to protect access, uphold fairness, and defend their rightful place in Texas’ multibillion-dollar contracting arena.

Artificial Intelligence:

The Next Frontier for Chamber Leadership


Artificial intelligence is no longer an emerging concept for chambers of commerce. It is quickly becoming a strategic capability that directly affects how chambers operate, serve members, and lead in increasingly competitive markets.



Guidance from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and ongoing discussions within the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives reinforce a consistent message to chamber leaders: start small, focus on measurable member impact, and build with strong governance.


For chamber executives, the question is no longer whether AI will influence the industry. It is how deliberately and strategically your organization will adopt it.


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TAMACC Launches the Inaugural Roy P. Benavidez Scholarship Luncheon


TAMACC is proud to announce a new event to its schedule this year. In partnership with the Roy P. Benavidez family and foundation, TAMACC and Leadership Tejas will host, for the first time, the Roy P. Benavidez Scholarship Luncheon.


If you are interested in attending, sponsoring a table, or helping underwrite the event, do not hesitate to contact the TAMACC office at president@tamacc.org or (512) 444-5727.

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Friday, February 13, 2026

TAMACC E-Newsletter

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Leadership That Honors Culture and Drives Change

Apply to Leadership Tejas


Across Texas, Hispanic leaders are stepping up in businesses, nonprofits, school boards, chambers, and communities. The opportunity is here—but preparation makes the difference.


If you are ready to grow, serve, and lead at a higher level, Leadership Tejas is ready for you.


Leadership Tejas is a six-month intensive leadership experience designed to develop and elevate Hispanic leaders who want to make a meaningful, measurable impact. Through innovative Adventure Learning, dynamic workshops, and personalized mentorship, you won’t just gain knowledge, you will gain clarity, confidence, and a powerful network.


This program is built for action-takers. For individuals who know they are capable of more and are willing to invest in their growth.


Why Apply to Leadership Tejas?

This is not a lecture series. It is an immersive leadership journey that challenges you, stretches you, and equips you.


As a participant, you will:


Strengthen Your Leadership Skills

Sharpen communication, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities that translate into real-world results.


Learn to Fund and Sustain Impact

Gain practical fundraising strategies to support community initiatives and organizational growth.


Lead With Cultural Intelligence

Deepen your understanding of heritage, identity, and inclusive leadership in diverse environments.


Build Emotional Intelligence

Lead with empathy, strengthen relationships, and navigate challenges with confidence.


Engage and Mobilize Communities

Create meaningful partnerships that drive long-term growth and collaboration.


Develop Business Acumen

Strengthen financial literacy, organizational management, and innovation skills.


Master Your Message

Through media and speaker training, refine your voice and communicate with clarity and authority.


Embrace Digital & AI Tools

Understand modern digital marketing strategies and artificial intelligence applications to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world.


Understand Governance & Organizational Leadership

Navigate boards, systems, and structures with professionalism and purpose.


Receive Personalized Mentorship

Benefit from one-on-one coaching with experienced leaders committed to your success.


Apply What You Learn

Work on real-world projects that address actual challenges in your community or organization.


More Than a Program — A Lifelong Network

Leadership can feel isolated. Leadership Tejas builds something different: a community of driven, service-minded leaders who support one another long after the six-month journey ends.


When you complete the program, you will walk away with:

  • Sharpened leadership skills
  • Greater confidence in your voice
  • Expanded perspective and leadership capacity
  • A trusted statewide network
  • A renewed sense of purpose


Who Should Apply?

  • Emerging leaders ready to step into greater responsibility
  • Established leaders who want to sharpen their edge
  • Entrepreneurs, nonprofit professionals, educators, and civic leaders
  • Individuals committed to uplifting and serving their communities


If you believe leadership is about service, impact, and legacy, this is your moment. The next chapter of leadership in Texas will be written by those who prepare for it.



Take the step. Invest in your growth. Apply to Leadership Tejas.


Application Deadline: February 16, 2026 - https://www.leadershiptejas.org/

Spanish-language television did not just entertain; it helped shape culture, identity, and political power in the United States.

 

On this episode of the Latino Business Report, media entrepreneur and author Javier Marín joins us to discuss his new book Live from America: How Latino TV Conquered the United States. We explore the rise of the Spanish International Network (now Univision), the rivalries and strategy behind its growth, and how Latino media helped make the U.S. the world’s second-largest Spanish-speaking country.


From telenovelas and soccer to news and politics—this is the story of how Latino TV changed America.


LISTEN OR DOWNLOAD HERE

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Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Best shoulder replacement surgeon in Noida contact number 9654832287

Best shoulder replacement surgeon in Noida contact number 9654832287

Shoulder replacement surgeon, or shoulder arthroplasty, is a procedure where damaged parts of the shoulder joint are replaced with artificial components. It is performed to relieve pain and restore mobility in patients with severe shoulder joint conditions.

 

Indications

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Post-traumatic arthritis
  • Rotator cuff tear arthropathy
  • Avascular necrosis
  • Severe fractures of the shoulder

 

Types of Shoulder Replacement

1. Total Shoulder Replacement

Replaces both the ball (humeral head) and socket (glenoid)

Most common type

2. Partial Shoulder Replacement (Hemiarthroplasty)

Only the ball is replaced

Suitable for specific fractures

3. Reverse Shoulder Replacement

Ball and socket positions are switched

Used in severe rotator cuff damage or failed previous surgeries

 

Surgical Procedure

Performed under general or regional anaesthesia

Incision made in the front or top of shoulder

Damaged bone and cartilage are removed

Prosthetic components implanted and secured

Soft tissues and muscles are repositioned

Duration: 1 – 3 hours

 

 

 

Recovery and Rehabilitation

  • Hospital stay: 1–3 days
  • Arm immobilized in a sling
  • Pain managed with medications
  • Physical therapy begins within a few days
  • Gradual return to daily activities over weeks

Recovery Timeline

  • Light activities: 4–6 weeks
  • Full recovery: 3–6 months
  • Strength and range of motion improve with physiotherapy

 

Cost Of Treatment

The cost of Shoulder Replacement or Reverse Shoulder Replacement would be in the range of Rs. 1,50,000 - 250,000 depending on the type of hospital chosen and the type of implant. There are several types of implants available in the market. The FDA approved imported implants are costlier but have better functioning and better reliability. The hospital stay would be around 5 days and the patient will have to keep the arm in a sling for 4 weeks. The physiotherapy to strengthen the shoulder muscles would start 4 weeks after the surgery and would continue for a period of 3-4 months. Full mobility would be achieved within 6 months of the surgery. However the patient will be relieved of the consistent pain immediately after the surgery. Long term use of painkillers is bad for the kidneys and therefore getting the surgery done in order to get pain relief is a better option in the long run.

 

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