DAChamber Recognizes the Career of Legendary Producer Negro Santos
New York – In an evening filled with gratitude and camaraderie, on Tuesday, April 11, the Dominican American Chamber of Commerce (DAChamber) recognized the prestigious communicator Ramón Rodríguez Santos for his more than half-century career.
Leaders and representatives from various sectors and nationalities responded to DAChamber’s call to attend a very special event where emotions ran high during the engaging dialogue led by the beloved television icon. The conversation, conducted by his daughter Arlene Rodríguez Martínez, covered his career history, ideals, challenges faced, anecdotes, and achievements over fifty-five years working in New York’s leading television media.
In a direct and concise address, Lic. Manuel Lebrón, leader of the organizing entity, said: “We recognize a great man with a considerable career, an icon of the Dominican diaspora, Mr. Negro Santos, who has honored this city with the visit of great personalities for his program Santo Domingo Invita. Today we honor, congratulate, and wish that God continues to bless his life, so he can continue to inspire many Dominicans.”
Lic. Manuel Lebrón, founder and president of DAChamber, on behalf of the organization, its members, staff, and all attendees, expressed gratitude for the support and presence at this recognition event, celebrating the dedication of a Dominican who has elevated the name and image of the Dominican Republic, connecting the beloved homeland with its diaspora and representing it internationally.
The program also included the presentation of a recognition to Mr. Santos, sent by Congressman Adriano Espaillat, who could not attend due to prior commitments but joined in this well-deserved and just recognition of a distinguished compatriot for his fabulous work.
Lic. Manuel Lebrón, accompanied by Lic. María Khury, special advisor to DAChamber, presented Mr. Ramón “Negro” Santos with an official document from the organization, designating him an Honorary Member of the Dominican American Chamber of Commerce.
In a very emotional response, Mr. Santos said: “I am feeling things I have never felt before. I have received many plaques, many recognitions, but this event has been so significant, from the people who made it possible. I am extremely happy, I have experienced a wonderful moment entering this place, shaking so many hands, receiving so many hugs, and that has given me strength to face whatever comes.”
The event, held at the elegant Café Rubio on Northern Blvd., was dynamically hosted by Lic. Maria Khury, who, among other things, expressed her excitement at the realization of her initiative: “We Dominicans recognize how important it is for someone to speak positively about where we were born. Negro Santos did that at a time when there were no social networks, and he achieved it with his program Santo Domingo Invita.”
DAChamber maintains an active work agenda characterized by diversity, inclusion, and a high level of organization.
