Friday, May 17, 2024

TAMACC E-News

FRIDAY, MAY 17, 2024
“First We Bombed New Mexico”
Uncovers the Untold Tragedy of Trinity Nuclear Test
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“First We Bombed New Mexico” reveals the harrowing tale of Trinity, the world’s inaugural nuclear bomb test, detonated in the desolate reaches of New Mexico. This poignant documentary exposes a narrative of government betrayal and its devastating fallout, both literal and figurative.

Months before the infamous bombing of Hiroshima, Trinity’s blast unleashed catastrophic levels of radioactive fallout upon unsuspecting communities, predominantly comprising Hispanic and Native American populations. Yet, these individuals were never forewarned, acknowledged, or aided in the aftermath of the nuclear test.

The documentary follows the resilient journey of Tina Cordova, a courageous cancer survivor and advocate who spearheads a movement demanding justice and compensation for the afflicted communities of New Mexico. Despite seventy-eight years passing since Trinity’s detonation, the US government has failed to provide any form of reparation for those suffering from radiation-related illnesses linked to the test.

“First We Bombed New Mexico” is a poignant reminder of the human cost of nuclear experimentation and government negligence. Through Cordova’s unwavering determination, the documentary sheds light on a long-overlooked chapter of American history and demands accountability for the generations of individuals impacted by Trinity’s tragic legacy.

This Free Visual Impact Screening is offered for a limited time, register now and you can view it this weekend.
TAMACC Welcomes EGBI as a New Member
 
“We are thrilled to welcome the Economic Growth Business Incubator (EGBI) as a new member of TAMACC,” remarked Pauline E. Anton, President and CEO of TAMACC. “The synergy between our organizations promises to enhance and fortify the array of programs and training available to our members, clients, and partners.

EGBI specializes in offering business coaching to entrepreneurs in Central Texas who aspire to initiate or expand a lifestyle business. Defined as a trade or hobby that has evolved into a dependable income stream, a lifestyle business plays a vital role in delivering essential goods and services to the local community. Moreover, it represents the entrepreneur's pathway to generating sustained wealth and fostering an improved quality of life for their family in the long term.
TAMACC Proudly Welcomes
Two New Members to Its Executive Board

Miguel R. Lopez-Vergara from Altria and Zee Zepeda from IBC have joined TAMACC’s Executive Committee, filling two open spots as Corporate Partner Vice-Chairs.
Miguel Lopez-Vergara is part of the State Government Affairs team at Altria Client Services LLC, where he leads legislative initiatives across various states for Altria Companies. With 19 years at Altria, he has held roles in sales, external affairs, and public policy. He holds multiple advanced business degrees and a master’s in political management from George Washington University.
Zee Zepeda is a Commercial Insurance Consultant with IBC Insurance Agency, a division of IBC Bank. In January, Zepeda was elected to serve a second term as a board member with the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce. Zepeda is also an active participant in TAMACC’s Leadership Tejas inaugural class.
Backstage with Grammy Award Winner A.J. Castillo

In this episode of Latino Business Report, Grammy Award winner A.J. Castillo, has a one-on-one conversation with our podcast host. Known for his accordion skills and Tejano music. A.J. is a recording artist, performer, producer, and record label owner. His warmth and dedication to his craft and community stand out.
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