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HOUSTON – Sonia Clayton, President and CEO of Virtual Intelligence Providers, LLC (VIP) (www.vip-global.com) was invited to be part of a prestigious summit sponsored by Rice University’s Office of Public Affairs, the Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Management and MATT. The event is part of the fourth annual Texas Diversity and Leadership Conference hosted by the Texas Diversity Council, better knows as The Texas Diversity and Leadership Conference. “The Hispanic/Latino Summit focused on overarching issues, such as immigration and economic opportunities, and more specific topics that relate to Hispanics in the corporate world,” said Cecilia Orellana-Rojas, co-chair of the summit and associate director of corporate diversity for AT&T. Sonia’s forum discussed “Entrepreneurship among Hispanics: Avenues to Creating Wealth and Opportunities.” The moderator was Dr. Laura Murillo, president and CEO of the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and speakers accompanying Sonia were Regina Montoya, JD., CEO of New America Alliance and Mr. Bill Treviño, executive vice president of the Treviño Group.
Rice University is a private, research university located in Houston, Texas, noted for its elite undergraduate division, as well as its strength in the applied sciences. The university has been a pioneer in the fields of nanotechnology, artificial heart research, structural chemical analysis, and space science. At the undergraduate level, Rice placed at 17th in the 2008 rankings of doctoral granting institutions. Further, in the Princeton’s Review 2007 rankings, Rice was ranked first for "Best Quality of Life" and third for “Best Overall Academic Experience for Undergraduates.”
VIP is a Houston based firm with headquarters in
North Houston, serving in USA and across the world. VIP’s strength,
as a Business Technology Services Provider, resides not just in the specialized
knowledge, maturity, poise and flexibility of its professional force,
but rather in its organizational commitment to excellence, ethical behavior,
flexibility and affordability of its services or solutions.
VIP’s service offer features a wide array of fields or areas of expertise. Chief among them: ERP Project Support/Management, Implementation Support, Change Communications Advisory, Business Technology Training, Application Development, Performance Improvement for Organizations, Augmentation, Curricular Development and e-Learning Services.
Sonia Clayton, VIRTUAL INTELLIGENCE PROVIDERS’ President and CEO, attended the University of Houston 2008 Red Rose Ball, responding to a special invitation from UHD. Special friends and contributors of the university become a part of the UHD family and Sonia and VIP have become close friends of the University. The Red Rose Ball provides 25 scholarships to students who excel in academics, leadership and community service. In 2008 UHD celebrated the 27th year of this distinguished tradition. Hosts for this event were:
*VIP is certified as a minority, women-owned/operated, equal employment organization qualified to provide services at various levels, both for private and governmental organizations. Also, the firm is registered with the Houston Minority Business Council, and with the Better Business Bureau.
Pictured: From left to right, Mr. Pedro Valles, VIP Consultant, who nominated Sonia for this recognition. Pedro knows first hand how Sonia's helping hand works, and Mrs. Donna Franklin from Smooth Jazz 95.7 The Wave. Center: Sonia Clayton (recipient) President and CEO of VIP. Sonia formed Virtual Intelligence Providers, LLC (VIP) in the wake of 9/11 assisting those during the economic downturn. As a result of the prosperity of VIP, three non-profit organizations were formed: The VIP Education Foundation, The Alba Navarro Fund and The Angels for Soldiers Foundation. Sonia was recently recognized by Governor Rick Perry and received "The Leadership in Technology Award," she was selected as one of "Houston’s Top Women in Technology" and became the 2007 "Hispanic Entrepreneur of The Year." WAVE OF HOPE RECOGNIZES
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HOUSTON – Virtual Intelligence Providers, LLC (www.vip-global.com)
was again a guest of honor at the 16th Annual BBB Awards for Excellence
Luncheon, the ceremony where Houston’s Better Business Bureau announces
the winners of the awards it issues to promote business ethics and overall
excellence. Our CEO, Sonia Clayton, was there to, on behalf of the firm,
to receive the distinction graciously extended by the BBB.
Mrs. Donna Franklin, KHJZ -FM 97.5- Morning Show Producer, selects and
recognizes a nominee each month, spotlights their community contributions
and encourages others to do the same while building a better community.