Hope Andrade Texas Secretary of State

I attended a function of the American/Canadian Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) at the Hyatt Regency. The guest speaker was Esperanza (Hope) Andrade, the 106 Secretary of State for the state of Texas. There were a number of business presentations given by businessmen and businesswomen from places like Snyder, Tyler and Austin who were promoting business opportunities to invest in Texas. In talking to the Texans it was remarkable to see the similarities in the culture of Texans and the ranchers, farmers and oil men of Alberta. Texans are real hospitable and friendly people. The Texans loved my 100th anniversary Calgary Stampede commemorative jacket , I wore to the function. And yes, they do love rodeo and they knew and had attended The Greatest Show on Earth, the Calgary Stampede.  I was able to speak with Hope Andrade who is a genuine down to earth lady.
The Secretary of State is named in the Texas Constitution as one of the six officers along with the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Comptroller of Public Accounts, Commissioner of the General Land Office, and Attorney General, who together make up the Executive Department. Of these offices all are elected by the voters in statewide elections, except the Secretary of State who is nominated by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate.
The Secretary of State is charged with administering the Texas Election Code, maintaining public filings and is keeper of the State Seal of Texas.^[6]