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"A journey of a thousand miles starts with the first step"
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On October 18th, the Peruvian
Government celebrated the Day of the
Peruvian Immigrant recognizing those
individuals who have contributed to the
enrichment and growth of Peruvian
culture in the United States and abroad.
Rocio Woody and Judge J. Antonio Del
Campo were among this year's
honorees. Ms. Woody received the
Outstanding Leadership in Business
and Community Service Award from the
Consulate General of Peru in Atlanta.
From left to right:
Judge Antonio Del Campo, Consul General
of Peru Jorge Roman and Rocio Woody
Awards Ceremony October 19, 2009
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Presentation of colors by the DeKalb County Sheriffs Honor Guard
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Martin Luther King Day Celebration January 15, 2010
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Chief Executive Officer Burrell Ellis Jr.
and the DeKalb County Board of
Commissioners presented the 26th
Annual Celebration in honor of the
birth, life and legacy of Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr.
Ms. Rocio Del Milagro Woody was the
Mistress of Ceremonies for this very
special event: "Transitioning into
Tomorrows Greatness."
Ms. Woody expressed the support of
the DeKalb County International
Community for the DeKalb County
Chief Executive Officer’s message of
unity and the significance of living in
the most international county in the
state of Georgia.
Ms. Woody went on to say, "bridging
our differences and focusing our efforts
on inclusiveness will not only become
DeKalb County’s greatest strength as a
people, but it would be the key to
creating the kind of diverse and inclusive
society envisioned by Dr. Martin Luther
King."
Farewell to the Consul General of Peru in Atlanta March 20, 2010
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Peruvian-American Business Chamber celebrates the work of departing
Consul General of Peru Jorge Roman Morey and welcomes newly appointed
Consul General of Peru in Atlanta, Francisco Rivarola
The Peruvian-American Business Chamber held a warm and intimate reception to
celebrate the work of departing Consul General of Peru in Atlanta, Jorge Roman
Morey who represented the Peruvian Government in our State from 2008 to April
2010.
During that time, Consul General Roman has shared with the citizens of Georgia,
the exhibit of magnificent photographs of the Great Inka Trail Capac Nhan; the
first Peruvian film festival; the vivid presentations of folkloric dance groups; the
celebration in Atlanta of the first Peruvian business fair and the contributions to
Georgia’s economic development through the creation of the Peruvian-American
Business Chamber.
Rocio Del Milagro Woody, President of Road to Recovery (President of the
Peruvian-American Business Chamber) and Richard Valladares, shareholder of
the international law firm of Greenberg Traurig (Vice-President of the Peruvian-
American Business Chamber) presented Consul General Roman Morey with the
distinguished Condor Award in recognition of his diligent work, dedication and
commitment to the Peruvian nationals of his consular jurisdiction.
Furthermore, Georgia State House Representative, Honorable Pedro Marin,
presented Consul General Morey with a Proclamation in recognition for his
accomplishments since taking office as Consul General of Peru in Atlanta on
February 1st, 2008.
As a pleasant surprise to all attendees, Consul General Jorge Roman Morey was
named Honorary Georgia Citizen and Goodwill Ambassador of Georgia by Georgia
Secretary of State Bryan P. Kemp in recognition of his leadership in the post and
his work with representatives of Peruvians institutions in Georgia, increasing the
presence of Peru in commercial affairs, cultural life, gastronomic experience, and
international events in all regions of Georgia. Rocio Woody was also recognized
as an Outstanding Georgia Citizen for her work on behalf of the Peruvian
business community and the creation of the Peruvian-American Business
Chamber.
Members of the Atlanta Consular Corp representing a number of nations, Georgia
State Senator Curt Thompson, DeKalb County State Court Judge, J. Antonio Del
Campo, Santiago Marquez, Vice President of the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of
Commerce, members of the Peruvian-American Business Chamber of Georgia and
members of the Atlanta International community were among the attendees to
the event.
The Peruvian-American Business Chamber was established as a Chapter of the
Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, to act as a channel for free trade
between the State of Georgia and Peru and to advance the growth and
development of resources in the areas of tourism, technical assistance,
education, social and humanitarian programs.
Rocio D. Woody: Mistress of Ceremonies
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