Brownsville, TX — Friday, May 9, 2025 — The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) proudly announces that President & CEO Cori Peña has been named a 2025 Moms & Industry honoree by RGV LEAD. This distinguished recognition celebrates women leading innovation in their industries while raising and inspiring the next generation.
Cori Peña will be recognized alongside other accomplished honorees at a special luncheon on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton in McAllen. Timed shortly after Mother’s Day, the event will honor women who are making a lasting impact across the Rio Grande Valley and help raise funds for student scholarships and innovative educational programs.
As President and CEO of BCIC, Peña has championed transformative projects that expand economic opportunity and improve quality of life in Brownsville and the surrounding region. Over the past decade, her service at BCIC has driven initiatives ranging from public parks to museums, all grounded in her deep commitment to the community she serves.
RGV LEAD is a nonprofit organization focused on closing the gap between education and industry across the Rio Grande Valley. Through strategic partnerships with local school districts, colleges, and businesses, RGV LEAD equips students with the skills, experience, and credentials needed to succeed in today’s workforce.
The Moms & Industry luncheon will take place on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton in McAllen, Texas. For additional event details, please contact RGV LEAD at rgvlead@rgvlead.org or visit www.rgvlead.org.
About the Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation
The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) is a Type B economic development corporation. It is dedicated to driving sustainable economic development, enhancing quality of life, fostering innovation, empowering entrepreneurs, supporting strategic projects, and cultivating partnerships that support Brownsville’s thriving and vibrant community. BCIC operates under four core pillars. The first is Community Development, achieved through initiatives like the BIG Grants, which support the revitalization and preservation of Historical Downtown Brownsville, and the Quality of Life Grants, designed to enhance the community’s well-being. The second pillar is Finance Programs, which support local small businesses by providing financial resources to help them start or expand. The third pillar is Innovation & Entrepreneurship, where BCIC supports the entrepreneurial journey with incubation, acceleration, and continuous assistance. Lastly, BCIC’s Marketing and Communications efforts drive public engagement by amplifying the impact of programs, fostering community pride, and promoting Brownsville as an attractive hub for living, working, and investing.
For more information, visit www.brownsvillecic.com. For media inquiries, please contact Nelson Amaro, Director of Marketing & Communications, at namaro@brownsvillecic.com
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