THE WOODLANDS, Texas: Woodforest National Bank recently received the Max Navarro Corporate Social Responsibility Award from the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. The award was presented to Woodforest, and three other area businesses (including Walmart) who are committed to advancing diversity in San Antonio and, for recent humanitarian aid during Hurricane Harvey.
"Woodforest National Bank went above and beyond to mobilize their employees and local community members to help those affected by Hurricane Harvey," said Ramiro Cavazos, President and CEO, San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. "It's wonderful to see one of our proud San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce members taking corporate social responsibility to a new level and giving back in such a meaningful way."
Doug Schaeffer, CRA Executive Director, EVP, Woodforest National Bank added, "At Woodforest, we are committed to being responsive to the ever changing needs of our communities. Our San Antonio team endeavours to be a catalyst of change in the neighborhoods where we live and work. It is an integral part of our business to team up with local chambers and other community stakeholders to respond to disasters, and promote revitalization and economic development efforts. We are very grateful to the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for this distinguished recognition and their ongoing partnership."
This corporate responsibility award was presented at the Leaders in Excellence Awards Luncheon held during the chamber's 2017 Business Connect Summit. The San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is San Antonio's largest independent business organization with more than 1,300 members.
