El Paso Chamber Appoints Jorge Ojeda as Chairman
The HAWK Construction founder steps into the leadership role to guide the organization's board of directors.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in People
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The El Paso Chamber has named Jorge Ojeda as its new chairman of the Board of Directors. He succeeds Shawn Ollis in the leadership position.
Why it matters
The appointment marks a transition in the organization's governance, placing a local construction industry leader at the helm of the business chamber.
Jorge Ojeda brings 18 years of membership experience to his new role. He has served on the Board of Directors since 2022.
The players
Jorge Ojeda
He is the founder and president of HAWK Construction and has been a member of the El Paso Chamber for 18 years.
Shawn Ollis
He is the former market VP of Nusenda Federal Credit Union and the outgoing chairman of the El Paso Chamber.
El Paso Chamber
This is a business organization based in El Paso, Texas, that advocates for the interests of the local business community.
The details
The Chamber announced that Ojeda, who is the founder and president of HAWK Construction, will take over the chairmanship from Shawn Ollis. Ollis previously served as the market VP of Nusenda Federal Credit Union.
Timeline
Jorge Ojeda began his service on the Board of Directors in 2022.
The appointment of Jorge Ojeda as chairman became effective on October 27, 2026.
Market Landscape
The transition reflects standard leadership rotation patterns seen across regional business chambers. This move ensures continuity while integrating private sector experience from the local construction industry.
Local business owners and Chamber members may notice shifts in advocacy priorities or outreach strategies under the new board leadership. The transition maintains the existing operational structure of the organization for current members.
The takeaway
Leadership changes at the chamber level often signal a pivot in organizational focus toward the industries represented by the new chair. Members should look for upcoming board meeting agendas to identify new policy directions.
Further reading
For more updates on regional leadership changes, visit the El Paso People section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KTSM 9 News.
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