But the company also provides a model for minority owned businesses. Fraga comments on the pride that the Tejas team finds in being a Hispanic business. In the late 70s, the opportunity to grow with Houston' corporate community was presented. In particular, Shell Oil Company has always been an extraordinary corporate citizen. Companies like Shell have consistently provided the opportunity for minority owned businesses to perform.
Performance is the determining factor.
Shell Oil Company remains one of Tejas' most valued partners. And not just this last year. Tejas has earned that award every year since 1985. Born in 1936, Lupe Fraga feels a strong allegiance to Houston and its Hispanic community. Fraga emphasized the reasons for his extensive community involvement.