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Success is often built through the relationships we cultivate along the way. Whether launching a business, advancing a career or growing as a leader, meaningful connections can open doors to new opportunities, ideas and collaborations.
To help foster those connections while supporting a worthy cause, the National Hispanic Professional Organization-Rio Grande Valley (NHPO-RGV) will host a Networking Night with a Cause on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Bau Rooftop in downtown McAllen.
Designed to bring together professionals from across the Rio Grande Valley, the event will provide a welcoming environment for entrepreneurs, business leaders, young professionals and community advocates to connect, exchange ideas and expand their professional circles.
“At its core, NHPO is about creating opportunities for people to grow together,” said Emilio Santos, Chair of NHPO-RGV. “When professionals come together to share experiences, support one another and build relationships, everyone benefits, including the communities we serve.”
In addition to networking, attendees will have the opportunity to make a direct impact in the community through a jacket and blanket drive benefiting the AltaCair Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving access to essential resources for underserved individuals and families throughout the region.
Guests are encouraged to bring new or gently used jackets and blankets, helping provide warmth and comfort to those facing challenges during the winter months.
“Giving back reminds us that even small acts of kindness can have a meaningful impact,” said Tom Castañeda, Vice Chair of NHPO-RGV. “By supporting a local charity through this event, we’re not only strengthening professional connections, we’re helping our neighbors and reinforcing the spirit of community that makes the Valley so special.”
The evening will take place at Bau Rooftop, one of downtown McAllen’s premier social destinations, offering attendees a lively atmosphere, complimentary appetizers, door prizes and plenty of opportunities to meet professionals from a variety of industries.
Whether attendees are looking to grow their businesses, explore new career opportunities, find mentors or simply meet like-minded professionals, the event offers a unique opportunity to build relationships that can last well beyond a single evening.
“We want people to leave with more than a stack of business cards,” Santos said. “We want them to leave with new connections, fresh ideas and a stronger sense of community.”
NHPO-RGV hosts monthly networking events throughout the year while also providing leadership development opportunities, educational workshops and programs designed to empower professionals across the Rio Grande Valley.
For additional information about NHPO-RGV and upcoming events, visit the organization’s Facebook page.
About NHPO-RGV
The National Hispanic Professionals Organization Rio Grande Valley Chapter is dedicated to empowering Hispanic professionals through networking, leadership development, mentorship and community service. Through strategic partnerships and volunteer efforts, NHPO-RGV works to strengthen the Rio Grande Valley and create opportunities for future generations.
Information source: STHS
