Benefits of Membership in the 8a Association
For over 20 years the El Paso 8(a) & Government Contractors Association has been dedicated to promoting the development of businesses, by increasing procurement and business opportunities with the Federal, State, City government as well as Prime Contractors and Large Corporations
Membership in the Association is open to all government (add) and non-government contractors, including 8(a), Small Disadvantaged Businesses, Woman-Owned, Minority-Owned, Federal and State HUB, and Service-Disabled Veterans that sell their products and services to large institutional buyers.
Membership is also open to large businesses, business associates, small and small minority business organizations interested and involved in fostering the development of minority businesses to further the goals of the Association.General Membership meetings are held at the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, 2401 E. Missouri Ave.
Over the last year, the Association has made great strides toward ensuring the continuation of our vision, which is to continue to encourage and promote the success of our members while also maintaining a strong voice with our federal agencies, prime contractors, and legislators.
The El Paso 8(a) & Government Contractors Association commits to:
Advocating on behalf of its members.
Building Member capacity through education.
Providing access to viable business opportunities.
Facilitating relationships with key partners.
Continue to be recognized as a key partner in contracting.
Your Membership Investment
____ $150.00 Associate Member-Any non-contractor business.
____ $200.00 General Member-Any Government Contractor.
____ $300.00 Corporate Member-Local corporate partners.
But we need your commitment as well, in order for the El Paso 8(a) & Government Contractors Association to remain the influential and effective Association that it is. As a member you receive the following benefits:
Inclusion in El Paso 8(a) & Government Contractors Directory!
Access to members-only Business Xpress Sessions. These sessions bring the procurement officers to you to meet and share your capabilities with.
Informative monthly sessions, training events, and expos!
An opportunity to be involved in Legislative advocacy that affects your business.
A link to the El Paso 8(a) and Government Contractors website.
Notification of Invitations to Bid from various agencies.
Access to 8(a) and National 8(a) members-only events.
Dear Valued Member,
We hope this message finds you well. As a current member of the El Paso 8(a) & Government Contractors Association, we want to take a moment to express our appreciation for your continued commitment to strengthening the local, state and federal contracting community in our region.
Together, our Association represents a powerful network of 8(a) firms, small businesses, minority- and woman-owned companies, veteran-owned and HUBZone businesses, and organizations dedicated to expanding opportunity within the federal marketplace. Your participation is essential to advancing our shared mission—to empower local businesses, increase visibility, and elevate El Paso as a competitive force in government contracting.
In 2026, we will hold board meetings quarterly, as well as our General Membership Meetings! You will also receive regular notices about items of interest, as we will continue to be a reliable pipeline of information for your business – please consider us a valuable resource!
Your new Board Officers for 2026 are:
Spiros Ninos, Shelby Distributions, 2026 President
Antonio Chavez, Grupo Cementos de Chihuahua, Immediate Past President
Angie Rodriguez, The Journal, President elect, 2027
Juan Villalobos, Efficio Construction Services, Treasurer of the Board
Carlos Keating, Hub International, Secretary of the Board
Board Members at Large:
Sal Beltran, Hub International
Isidro Chavez, Chavez Design
Michael Franco, Michael Franco Homes
Jesse Macias, JR Compass, Inc.
Phillip Morales, Workforce Solutions Borderplex
Casey Stevenson, Scott Hulse Law Firm
Adeliz Stiles, Stiles General Contractors
Advisory Council Members:
Julian Carrizal, J Carrizal General Contractors
Jannet Cervantes, ACO Remodeling
Yolanda Diaz Mirador Enterprises
Ana Espinoza, Access Communications Group, LLC
Luis Luna, Synergy Project Contractors
Michael Sambrano, Gracen Engineering & Construction
Frank Spencer, III, Aztec General Contractors
Erik Tijerina, Volter Electrical
Lee Anne Vega, SBA
Michael White, Carr Riggs & Ingram
Please note that Terri Reed continues to serve as the Manager of the El Paso 8(a) & Government Contractors Association. Members may continue to reach her directly at treed@acglp.com.
Terri now serves as the Manager of Business Development for Access Communications Group (ACG), a longstanding member and strong supporter of our Association. ACG President Ana Espinoza is also a past President of the Association, and both she and Terri remain committed to advancing the mission and growth of our regional contracting community.
As we move forward, we want to remind you of the key benefits available to you as a member:
Exclusive Networking Opportunities!
Access to federal agencies, prime contractors, procurement officials, and fellow members actively engaged in contracting through our General Membership Meetings and training sessions!
Educational Workshops!
Updates on SBA programs, regulatory changes, certifications, and best-practice guidance to keep your company informed and competitive!
Procurement Intelligence & Opportunity Sharing!
Advocacy & Representation!
A united voice working to ensure transparency, fair opportunity, and strong support for the small business community!
Events That Drive Connection! From agency roundtables to our annual golf tournament and federal contracting forums, our events are designed to build relationships that lead to real business opportunities.
Your membership strengthens not only your own business but the entire El Paso contracting ecosystem. We encourage you to stay engaged, participate in upcoming events, and take full advantage of the resources and connections available to you.
If you would like updated information on member benefits, upcoming activities, or ways to become more involved in the Association, we are always here to assist. If you have any interest on serving on the board of directors, please forward your request to Terri at treed@acglp.com.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership and for your commitment to the growth and success of our regional contracting community. We look forward to another productive year working together.
Sincerely,
Spiros Ninos
2026 President
Shelby Distributions, Inc.
2026 Membership Application
My involvement with the El Paso 8A and Government Contractors Association has been very constructive and inspirational as this Associations strives to provide its members all the tools and education it can access nationwide. This past year, there were very good presenters from all over the United States which gave me a member a well-rounded overview of how to work with the government successfully.
MICHAEL J. WHITE
CPA - Carr, Riggs & Ingram
Our business has come a long way since we first became members of the association. We went from knowing very little about the 8(a) Program to successfully obtaining our 8(a) Certification within two years of membership. The accumulated knowledge of the association as a whole has amply prepared us and given us the confidence we need to work with the federal government.
