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SAFFORD — The Graham County Chamber of Commerce announced Thursday the resignation of Board President Nicholas Nordgrän-Tellez, and the appointment of new President Corina Pino-Reyes.
Nordgrän-Tellez officially resigned from the chamber board due to the closure of his restaurant, La Paloma. He cited the overwhelming price of food and the cost increase of labor as reasons for the closure.
“We are very sad to see Nick leave,” said Chamber Executive Director Vance Bryce, “and we understand how challenging it can be for local businesses during this time of inflation and wage increase. We want nothing but the best for him, and we thank him for all the hours of volunteering he’s done for our community and the Chamber.”
Pino-Reyes has been employed with Valley TeleCom Group for 18 years in April. She said she is passionate about bringing broadband to local businesses and schools.
She and her husband, Nick Reves, have two children, Mia, 9, and Santos, 5. Their family is active with of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church.
Pino-Reyes is also a former member of the Gila Watershed Partnership Board, a member of the Safford Rotary Club, and she is a member of Gila Valley Leadership Cohort 15.
