The Small Business Person of the Year Award (2025):
A prestigious honor given annually to a local entrepreneur for demonstrated longevity, growth, sales increases, job creation, and community contributions. Awarded by the SBA Harlingen- based office, it highlights exemplary business across 14 countries.
The SBA is recognizing Abygail T. Elizondo, owner of Elizondo Insurance Services in Harlingen, Texas, as the district’s Small Business Person of the Year for her significant impact and economic contributions to the SBA’s Lower Rio Grande Valley District.
Mary G. Moad Ethics Awards (2023-2024):
A prestigious honor recognizing for-profit businesses for exceptional ethical standards, character, and community commitment. It highlights organizations that excel in the “Four C’s” of Trust: Character, Culture, Customers, and Community.
Presented to Abygail T. Elizondo, Owner of Elizondo Financial Solutions LLC. It is a BBB Accredited Business since January 19, 2017.
Elizondo Financial Solutions LLC was established in October, 2017. The company treats its employees as family, demonstrates exceptional ethical practices and community
engagement, making them a standout for the top spot.
Marquis Who’s Who Award (2025):
Founded in 1898 by Albert Nelson Marquis, Marquis Who’s Who is a biographical directory that claims to recognize individuals who have made notable contributions in their fields. While the publication originally focused on prominent figures in United States, it has expanded to include international editions, covering professionals in science, business, law, education, medicine, and the arts. – CL Keane.
A biographical registry established in 1898 that profiles prominent professionals, leaders, and achievers based on “reference value,” including career accomplishments, visibility, and prominence.
Special recognitions for the Small Business Award from Member of Congress Vicente Gonzalez, State Senator Ted Cruz, United States Senator John Cornyn, and Valley Morning Star Newspaper.
