Petra Oil Company President Named Hispanic Male Entrepreneur of the Year by Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Award Presented as Part of the Chamber's 2017 Annual Awards Gala
November 18

HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Arnold Gacita, President & CEO of Petra
Oil Company, a Houston-based leader in the aftermarket automobile
industry, was named 2017 Hispanic Male Entrepreneur of the Year by the
Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce at its annual awards gala November
18.

Gacita, who emigrated to the United States from Cuba with his family
when he was seven months old, was chosen for his outstanding leadership
capabilities and strong commitment to community service. The founder of
Petra Oil, which produces automotive maintenance products and service
programs, Gacita has grown the company to its position as a trusted
brand throughout the United States and in 28 countries in a record seven
years' time.

His business success is matched by his commitment to community service.
For example, every year, the entire staff of Petra Oil takes a day off
to give back to the community – this year for a project to feed the
homeless. In addition, Gacita is a strong supporter of area schools and
teachers, regularly hosting teacher appreciation days, providing meals
for all the teachers and staff. He is also a mentor for Christian
colleges, has sent trucks of food and supplies to help flood victims,
and is currently working on a project to build an orphanage in Brazil.

"I am truly honored to be the recipient of this award," said Gacita.
"The Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is an extremely important
resource for Houston's Hispanic business community, and I deeply
appreciate being recognized by such an outstanding organization."

"The Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce represents the largest
demographic group in the region and $60 billion in annual economic
activity," said Dr. Laura G. Murillo, President and CEO. "The Annual
Awards is our opportunity to recognize and celebrate the Hispanic
leaders in Houston who make this economic progress possible."

Six separate awards will be presented at the gala, which recognizes
successful executives, entrepreneurs and community leaders chosen from
hundreds of nominations every year.

Contacts

For Petra Oil Company
Margot Dimond, 713-426-4111
[email protected]