Estrella Awards

Each year the O.C. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce celebrates the Estrella/Star awards in April. www.hcoc.org . The above picture are very dear friends of mine. Each has played a major role in my business. Janet Cronick, (NLBWA Past President and Ultimate Gifts CEO www.ugpromo.com, Joel Ayala (CA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce President/CEO and former CEO of OC Chamber) , Sylvia Gutierrez-Business Development Specialist from the SBA Office and Sallie Salinas from IWE (Institute of Women) Entrepreneurs www.iweoc.org .


In 2004 while serving as the Ambassador Chair, I told myself that I would be the Small Business of the year next year. During the summer, I practised my acceptance speech. In 2005, I was honored as the Small Business of the Year after being in business 15 months! I strategically aligned myself with the chamber that has ties with both state and national level. My leadership, creativity and using my technology to assist the chamber played a major role.

To the left, are two very special people whom work for the chamber, Diana Oranlez and Viola Myre. They have always been so supportive as friends and as clients.

To the right is Francis , from Para Todos Magazine. He a young talented man with his own business. He's always working so diligently capturing the best shots of the events.

Life is full of fun when you center yourself with people with the same vision and passion. I must say this event was so much fun. It reminded me of being in high school. Laughing, giggling and enjoying life with friends you care about.

Stay tuned as Addy's drives away in the Addy mobile with sparkle and bling.