Ross Perot: A Legacy of Leadership

Ross Perot left an indelible mark on this country, state, and city that we both call home. I’ve long admired him for his entrepreneurial spirit, his patriotism, his visionary leadership, and his enormous philanthropic efforts. Since Mr. Perot’s passing few days ago, many poignant obituaries have been published. Perhaps the most touching piece came from his longtime friend Tom Luce who described …

My Playbook for Success in Business and Life

Success can be defined in so many different ways. Whether your goal is financial revenue, customer satisfaction, personal contentment, social impact, or something else altogether, there are a few core principles that will help you get there and beyond. There are seasons when it’s easier or harder stick to these strategies depending on what’s happening at work or at home. …

AID FOR ECUADOR

Nina launched the “Aid for Ecuador” campaign in response to the devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Ecuador in April 2016. More than 660 people have been killed, with more than 27,000 injured. Thousands of homes, businesses, public buildings and schools are in ruins. Nina Vaca explained: “While the disaster has already faded from the headlines, the acute needs of …

SOLO MUJERES

The inspiration to launch this campaign came after Houston-based Solo Mujeres magazine named Nina Woman of the Year at the 11th annual Tribute to the Hispanic Woman. The event was a celebration in commemoration of the International Day of the Woman on March 8. The Solo Mujeres campaign, benefited the next generation of Latina leaders. $11,000 went directly to women looking to expand their educational opportunities …