Sprint Nextel Honored “Corporation of the Year’ by U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce during 27th Annual USHCC National Convention and Business Expo

“The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC), the largest and most influential advocate for Hispanic-owned businesses in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada, is pleased to announce Sprint Nextel will receive the President’s Award as the 2006 USHCC “Corporation of the Year,” the highest corporate award bestowed to any company by the USHCC. The President’s Award will be presented to the Sprint Nextel President and CEO, Gary Forsee, at a special awards gala during its 27th Annual National Convention and Business Expo on Sept. 23, 2006 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.

“One of the main purposes of the Convention is to help Hispanic entrepreneurs establish valuable relationships and resources to grow their businesses. The USHCC and Sprint Nextel exemplify such a relationship,” said USHCC President and CEO Michael L. Barrera. “Sprint Nextel truly demonstrates what a premier corporation can do for its partners, and on behalf of our more than 200 chambers and Board of Directors, I congratulate them on winning this prestigious award.” “

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