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of these issues. She sat down for a conversation with the Oxnard Pallet Company team and NWPCA’s Vice President of Public Affairs, Jason Ortega. Brownley also recognized Beatrice and Elias Vasquez, CFO and CEO, respectively, of Oxnard Pallet Company, for the considerable roles they play in the wood pallet industry
and their advocacy for NWPCA and other pallet organizations, including the Western Pallet Association. The Vasquezes welcomed the opportunity to discuss with Brownley the importance of the wood pallet industry and the challenges small business owners face.
This article originally appeared in the September-October issue of PalletCentral. Reproduced with permission of NWPCA.
Congresswoman Julia Brownley’s visit to Oxnard Pallet Company was more than a routine engagement with con- stituents. It was a powerful statement of the values she has championed through- out her time in office: a steadfast commitment to local businesses, a deep understanding of the intricacies of our supply chains, and a strong belief in the importance of sustain- ability.
Oxnard Pallet Company Visit
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