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|nickname = Javier Loya
|nickname = Javier Loya
|nationality = Mexican-American
|nationality = Mexican-American
|alma_mater = [[:Columbia University]]:<ref>{{cite web|url= http://houston.alumni.columbia.edu/javier_loya_interview_from_2015_connects_in_houston |title= Javier Loya interview from 2015 Connects in Houston |date= August 3, 2016 }}</ref>
|alma_mater = [[Columbia University]]:<ref>{{cite web|url= http://houston.alumni.columbia.edu/javier_loya_interview_from_2015_connects_in_houston |title= Javier Loya interview from 2015 Connects in Houston |publisher=Columbia Alumni Association|date= August 3, 2016 }}</ref>
|occupation = Chairman and CEO of OTC Global Holdings
|occupation = Chairman and CEO of OTC Global Holdings
|years_active = 2007–present
|years_active = 2007–present
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'''Enrique Javier Loya'''<ref>{{cite web|title=The perfect combination|url=http://www.sbnonline.com/article/the-perfect-combination-how-otc-global-holdings-excels-in-joining-forces/|publisher=Smart Business|date=June 26, 2009}}</ref> (born February 2, 1969) is a Mexican-American business entrepreneur and former college football player. He is a minority owner of the [[NFL]]'s [[Houston Texans]].<ref name=Part-Owner>{{cite web|url=https://kvia.com/news/2017/12/14/part-owner-of-houston-texans-still-giving-back-to-el-pasos-student-athletes/ |title= Part-owner of Houston Texans still giving back to El Paso's student-athletes |publisher=KVIA ABC-7|date= December 14, 2017}}</ref> Loya is also the co-founder of independent commodity broker OTC Global Holdings.
'''Enrique Javier Loya'''<ref>{{cite web|title=The perfect combination|url=http://www.sbnonline.com/article/the-perfect-combination-how-otc-global-holdings-excels-in-joining-forces/|publisher=Smart Business|date=June 26, 2009}}</ref> (born February 2, 1969) is a Mexican-American business entrepreneur and former college football player. He is a minority owner of the [[NFL]]'s [[Houston Texans]].<ref name=Part-Owner>{{cite web|url=https://kvia.com/news/2017/12/14/part-owner-of-houston-texans-still-giving-back-to-el-pasos-student-athletes/ |title= Part-owner of Houston Texans still giving back to El Paso's student-athletes |publisher=KVIA ABC-7|date= December 14, 2017}}</ref> Loya is also the co-founder of independent commodity broker OTC Global Holdings.<ref name=Q&A/><ref name=BrokeringOptions/>


== Education and family ==
== Education and family ==
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==Football career==
==Football career==
Loya played for the [[Columbia Lions]] as a linebacker and a defensive end throughout his academic career at Columbia University.<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.nytimes.com/1990/10/28/sports/college-football-lions-edge-the-tigers-with-a-fierce-defense.html |title= College Football; Lions Edge the Tigers With a Fierce Defense |publisher=New York times|date= October 28, 1990}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url= https://magazine.columbia.edu/article/5-more-reasons-celebrate-columbia-athletics |title= 5 More Reasons to Celebrate Columbia Athletics |publisher=Columbia Magazine|date=Spring 2017|accessdate = September 27, 2020}}</ref><ref name="auto">{{cite web|url= https://gocolumbialions.com/news/2017/1/26/211431890.aspx |title= Ivy Football Association Honors Javier Loya |publisher=Columbia University|date= January 26, 2017}}</ref> He was a varsity letterman in all three of his varsity seasons<ref name="auto"/> and was named an Honorable Mention All-Ivy League Selection in 1990.<ref name=Record-Book>{{cite web|url= https://issuu.com/columbiaathletics/docs/2018_columbia_football_recordbook |title= 2018 Columbia Football Record Book |publisher=NCAA|date=2018|accessdate = December 14, 2020}}</ref> He is tied with several other players for the fourth-most career fumble recoveries while playing for the Columbia Lions.<ref name=Record-Book/>
Loya played for the [[Columbia Lions]] as a linebacker and a defensive end throughout his academic career at Columbia University.<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.nytimes.com/1990/10/28/sports/college-football-lions-edge-the-tigers-with-a-fierce-defense.html |title= College Football; Lions Edge the Tigers With a Fierce Defense |publisher=New York Times|date= October 28, 1990}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url= https://magazine.columbia.edu/article/5-more-reasons-celebrate-columbia-athletics |title= 5 More Reasons to Celebrate Columbia Athletics |publisher=Columbia Magazine|date=Spring 2017|accessdate = September 27, 2020}}</ref><ref name="auto">{{cite web|url= https://gocolumbialions.com/news/2017/1/26/211431890.aspx |title= Ivy Football Association Honors Javier Loya |publisher=Columbia University|date= January 26, 2017}}</ref> He was a varsity letterman in all three of his varsity seasons<ref name="auto"/> and was named an Honorable Mention All-Ivy League Selection in 1990.<ref name=Record-Book>{{cite web|url= https://issuu.com/columbiaathletics/docs/2018_columbia_football_recordbook |title= 2018 Columbia Football Record Book |publisher=NCAA|date=2018|accessdate = December 14, 2020}}</ref> He is tied with several other players for the fourth-most career fumble recoveries while playing for the Columbia Lions.<ref name=Record-Book/>


==Career==
==Career==
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===Houston Texans===
===Houston Texans===
In 2002, Javier became the first Hispanic owner in the [[NFL]] after he purchased a minority stake in the [[Houston Texans]].<ref name=Part-Owner/> Javier was one of 10 investors in the Houston Texans.<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.myplainview.com/news/article/Hispanic-businessman-becomes-newest-investor-in-8749335.php|title=Hispanic businessman becomes newest investor in Texans |last=Easton|first=Pam|publisher=My Plainview|date= March 26, 2002}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/texans/article/NFL-owners-table-proposal-minority-hires-Rooney-15281287.php |title=NFL owners table proposal to incentivize hiring minorities, expand Rooney Rule |last=Wilson|first=Aaron|publisher=Houston Chronicle|date= May 19, 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/texans/article/Summit-seeks-to-widen-NFL-opportunities-for-15358606.php |title=Summit seeks to widen NFL opportunities for minorities |last=Wilson|first=Aaron|publisher=Houston Chronicle|date= June 22, 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.nfl.com/news/coaching-summit-offers-positives-but-major-diversity-issues-remain |title=Coaching Summit offers positives, but major diversity issues remain |last=Trotter|first=Jim|website=NFL.com|publisher=NFL|date= June 23, 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://abc13.com/houston-texans-bob-mcnair-controversial-comments/2589474/ |title=Texans' minority owner defends Bob McNair and players |publisher=ABC 13 News|website=abc13.com|date= October 31, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.si.com/nfl/2020/06/18/quarterback-coaches-summit-opportunity-black-coaches |title=Quarterback Coaching Summit Aims to Create Opportunity for Black NFL Coaches |last=Breer|first=Albert|date= June 18, 2020}}</ref>
In 2002, Loya became the first Hispanic owner in the [[NFL]] after he purchased a minority stake in the [[Houston Texans]].<ref name=Part-Owner/> Loya was one of 10 investors in the Houston Texans.<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.myplainview.com/news/article/Hispanic-businessman-becomes-newest-investor-in-8749335.php|title=Hispanic businessman becomes newest investor in Texans |last=Easton|first=Pam|publisher=My Plainview|date= March 26, 2002}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/texans/article/NFL-owners-table-proposal-minority-hires-Rooney-15281287.php |title=NFL owners table proposal to incentivize hiring minorities, expand Rooney Rule |last=Wilson|first=Aaron|publisher=Houston Chronicle|date= May 19, 2020}}</ref><ref name=Summit>{{cite web|url=https://www.houstonchronicle.com/texas-sports-nation/texans/article/Summit-seeks-to-widen-NFL-opportunities-for-15358606.php |title=Summit seeks to widen NFL opportunities for minorities |last=Wilson|first=Aaron|publisher=Houston Chronicle|date= June 22, 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.nfl.com/news/coaching-summit-offers-positives-but-major-diversity-issues-remain |title=Coaching Summit offers positives, but major diversity issues remain |last=Trotter|first=Jim|website=NFL.com|publisher=NFL|date= June 23, 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://abc13.com/houston-texans-bob-mcnair-controversial-comments/2589474/ |title=Texans' minority owner defends Bob McNair and players |publisher=ABC 13 News|website=abc13.com|date= October 31, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.si.com/nfl/2020/06/18/quarterback-coaches-summit-opportunity-black-coaches |title=Quarterback Coaching Summit Aims to Create Opportunity for Black NFL Coaches |last=Breer|first=Albert|date= June 18, 2020}}</ref>


During the Choice Energy lawsuit, Javier was accused of being a high-stakes gambler, which sparked an investigation from the NFL due to Javier’s ownership of the Houston Texans. According to the NFL Ownership Guidelines, it is a violation for owners or employees of any NFL team to take part in any gambling.<ref name=Allegation/><ref>{{cite web|url= https://observer.com/2008/10/what-a-gas-texas-mogul-streams-43-m-to-moby-and-pals-for-stuy-square-spread/ |title= What a Gas! Texas Mogul Streams $4.3 M. to Moby and Pals for Stuy Square Spread |last=Abelson|first=Max|publisher=Observer|date= October 14, 2008 }}</ref>
During the Choice Energy lawsuit, Javier was accused of being a high-stakes gambler, which sparked an investigation from the NFL due to Javier’s ownership of the Houston Texans. According to the NFL Ownership Guidelines, it is a violation for owners or employees of any NFL team to take part in any gambling.<ref name=Allegation/><ref>{{cite web|url= https://observer.com/2008/10/what-a-gas-texas-mogul-streams-43-m-to-moby-and-pals-for-stuy-square-spread/ |title= What a Gas! Texas Mogul Streams $4.3 M. to Moby and Pals for Stuy Square Spread |last=Abelson|first=Max|publisher=Observer|date= October 14, 2008 }}</ref>


===OTC Global Holdings===
===OTC Global Holdings===
In 2007, Loya co-founded OTC Global Holdings as a commodity brokerage that initially acquired Choice Natural Gas, Choice Power, and Choice Energy. OTC Global Holdings has grown to service over 450 institutional clients in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://otcgh.com/history-timeline/|title=History & Timeline|publisher=OTC Global Holdings}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.bloomberg.com/profile/person/15231659 |title= Bloomberg: Javier Loya Business Profile|publisher=Bloomberg}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.houstonchronicle.com/business/article/Q-A-Market-volatility-a-way-of-life-for-11101345.php |title= Q&A: Market volatility a way of life for commodities broker |publisher=Houston Chronicle|date= April 26, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.risk.net/awards/5209966/commodity-broker-of-the-year-otc-global-holdings |title= Commodity Broker of the Year: OTC Global Holdings |website=Risk.net|date=May 10, 2017|accessdate= September 27, 2019}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.artemis.bm/news/nicholas-ernst-joins-choice-natural-gas-as-director-of-weather-markets/ |title= Nicholas Ernst joins Choice Natural Gas as Director of Weather Markets |publisher=Artemis|date= May 31, 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.bizjournals.com/houston/stories/2010/05/03/smallb4.html|title= Brokering options for growth: OTC Global Holdings |last=Rutledge|first=Tanya|publisher=Houston Business Journal|date= May 2, 2010}}</ref>
In 2007, Loya co-founded OTC Global Holdings as a commodity brokerage that initially acquired Choice Natural Gas, Choice Power, and Choice Energy. OTC Global Holdings has grown to service over 450 institutional clients in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://otcgh.com/history-timeline/|title=History & Timeline|publisher=OTC Global Holdings}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.bloomberg.com/profile/person/15231659 |title= Bloomberg: Javier Loya Business Profile|publisher=Bloomberg}}</ref><ref name=Q&A>{{cite web|url=https://www.houstonchronicle.com/business/article/Q-A-Market-volatility-a-way-of-life-for-11101345.php |title= Q&A: Market volatility a way of life for commodities broker |publisher=Houston Chronicle|date= April 26, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.risk.net/awards/5209966/commodity-broker-of-the-year-otc-global-holdings |title= Commodity Broker of the Year: OTC Global Holdings |website=Risk.net|date=May 10, 2017|accessdate= September 27, 2019}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.artemis.bm/news/nicholas-ernst-joins-choice-natural-gas-as-director-of-weather-markets/ |title= Nicholas Ernst joins Choice Natural Gas as Director of Weather Markets |publisher=Artemis|date= May 31, 2013}}</ref><ref name=BrokeringOptions>{{cite web|url=https://www.bizjournals.com/houston/stories/2010/05/03/smallb4.html|title= Brokering options for growth: OTC Global Holdings |last=Rutledge|first=Tanya|publisher=Houston Business Journal|date= May 2, 2010}}</ref>


====Litigation====
====Litigation====
In late December 2019, John Klosek, one of the founding members of OTC Global Holdings, filed a lawsuit against the CEO Javier Loya, COO Joseph Kelly, and several employees. The lawsuit was over extravagant personal spending decreasing the company's value to a negative net worth.<ref name=SanAntonioExpress>{{cite web|url = https://www.pressreader.com/usa/san-antonio-express-news/20191219/281887300207174 |title = San Antonio Express News Co-Owner Sues Houston Brokerage |publisher=San Antonio Express-News|date= December 19, 2019}}</ref> Loya and the other accusees denied the allegations.<ref name=SanAntonioExpress/><ref>{{cite web|url= https://financialinvestor24.com/raw-materials-the-castle-life-of-the-managers-of-a-broker-on-the-verge-of-bankruptcy/ |title = Raw materials: the castle life of the managers of a broker on the verge of bankruptcy |last=Tisma|publisher=Financial Investor|date = December 19, 2019}}</ref> The claims state the defendants have embezzled over millions of dollars from OTC Global Holding’s for personal use. The lawsuit is currently on-going.<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-12-18/houston-brokerage-deeply-in-debt-after-ceo-s-alleged-spree |title=CEO's $17,000 Birthday Party Spurs Commodity Brokerage Lawsuit |last=Bair|first=Jeffrey|publisher=Bloomberg News|date=December 17, 2019}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.ft.com/content/030064a2-21c0-11ea-92da-f0c92e957a96 |title= Partner sues commodities broker for clocking up expenses |publisher=Financial Times|date=December 18, 2019 }}</ref>
In late December 2019, John Klosek, one of the founding members of OTC Global Holdings, filed a lawsuit against the CEO Javier Loya, COO Joseph Kelly, and several employees. The lawsuit was over extravagant personal spending decreasing the company's value to a negative net worth.<ref name=SanAntonioExpress>{{cite web|url = https://www.pressreader.com/usa/san-antonio-express-news/20191219/281887300207174 |title = San Antonio Express News Co-Owner Sues Houston Brokerage |publisher=San Antonio Express-News|date= December 19, 2019}}</ref> Loya and the other accusees denied the allegations.<ref name=SanAntonioExpress/><ref>{{cite web|url= https://financialinvestor24.com/raw-materials-the-castle-life-of-the-managers-of-a-broker-on-the-verge-of-bankruptcy/ |title = Raw materials: the castle life of the managers of a broker on the verge of bankruptcy |last=Tisma|publisher=Financial Investor|date = December 19, 2019}}</ref> The claims state the defendants have embezzled over millions of dollars from OTC Global Holdings for personal use. The lawsuit is currently on-going.<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-12-18/houston-brokerage-deeply-in-debt-after-ceo-s-alleged-spree |title=CEO's $17,000 Birthday Party Spurs Commodity Brokerage Lawsuit |last=Bair|first=Jeffrey|publisher=Bloomberg News|date=December 17, 2019}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.ft.com/content/030064a2-21c0-11ea-92da-f0c92e957a96 |title= Partner sues commodities broker for clocking up expenses |publisher=Financial Times|date=December 18, 2019 }}</ref>


=== Veneno Tequila ===
=== Veneno Tequila ===
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=== Other Activities ===
=== Other Activities ===
Loya has served on the Board of Regents for Texas Southern University as well as other charitable foundations across Houston.<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Perry-picks-5-appointees-to-reshape-TSU-1615929.php |title= Perry picks 5 appointees to reshape TSU |last=Tresauge|first=Matthew|publisher=Houston Chronicle|date= May 10, 2007}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url= https://theeagle.com/news/texas/senate-confirms-new-texas-southern-regents/article_cb3c5482-2ac1-5fbd-840c-042806708452.html |title= Senate confirms new Texas Southern regents |publisher=The Eagle|date= May 12, 2007}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url = https://diverseeducation.com/article/7328/ |title= Texas Southern Takes Step Back to Stability |last=Kamara|first=Margaret|publisher=Diverse|date= May 14, 2007}}</ref>
Loya has served on the Board of Regents for [[Texas Southern University]] as well as other charitable foundations across Houston.<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Perry-picks-5-appointees-to-reshape-TSU-1615929.php |title= Perry picks 5 appointees to reshape TSU |last=Tresauge|first=Matthew|publisher=Houston Chronicle|date= May 10, 2007}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url= https://theeagle.com/news/texas/senate-confirms-new-texas-southern-regents/article_cb3c5482-2ac1-5fbd-840c-042806708452.html |title= Senate confirms new Texas Southern regents |publisher=The Eagle|date= May 12, 2007}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url = https://diverseeducation.com/article/7328/ |title= Texas Southern Takes Step Back to Stability |last=Kamara|first=Margaret|publisher=Diverse|date= May 14, 2007}}</ref>


==Philanthropy==
==Philanthropy==
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==Awards==
==Awards==
*In 2002, Loya received the “Entrepreneur of the Year” Award from the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.<ref>{{cite web|url = https://www.chron.com/business/article/Hispanic-male-entrepeneur-of-the-year-says-system-2091869.php |title= Hispanic male entrepreneur of the year says system works |last=Kaplan|first=David|publisher=Houston Chronicle|date= September 28, 2002}}</ref><ref name=LoyaNamed/>
*In 2002, Loya received the “Entrepreneur of the Year” Award from the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.<ref>{{cite web|url = https://www.chron.com/business/article/Hispanic-male-entrepeneur-of-the-year-says-system-2091869.php |title= Hispanic male entrepreneur of the year says system works |last=Kaplan|first=David|publisher=Houston Chronicle|date= September 28, 2002}}</ref><ref name=LoyaNamed/><ref>{{cite news|url = https://www.newspapers.com/image/332609851/ |title= Hispanic Chamber to host reception for CHOICE! Energy's Javier Loya|work=The Monitor|date= October 26, 2003}}</ref>
*In 2004, Loya was named “Hispanic Businessman of the Year” by the [[United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce]].<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20040831005542/en/USHCC-Presents-Hispanic-Leadership-Business-Awards-Opening |title= USHCC Presents Hispanic Leadership and Business Awards; Opening breakfast of 25th Annual Convention to Host Regional Awards |date = August 31, 2004}}</ref>
*In 2004, Loya was named “Hispanic Businessman of the Year” by the [[United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce]].<ref name=TheSocialBook/>
*In 2004, Javier was also given the [[John Jay Award]] for distinguished professional achievement by his former university, Columbia University.<ref>{{cite web |url = https://www.college.columbia.edu/alumni/about/honors/john-jay-awards |title=JOHN JAY AWARDS |accessdate= September 25, 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.college.columbia.edu/cct_archive/jan04/quads1.html |title= John Jay Awards To Honor Alumni, Parent |accessdate = September 27, 2020}}</ref>
*In 2004, Javier was also given the [[John Jay Award]] for distinguished professional achievement by his former university, Columbia University.<ref>{{cite web |url = https://www.college.columbia.edu/alumni/about/honors/john-jay-awards |title=JOHN JAY AWARDS |publisher=Columbia University Alumni Association|accessdate= September 25, 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.college.columbia.edu/cct_archive/jan04/quads1.html |title= John Jay Awards To Honor Alumni, Parent |last=Palladino|first=Lisa|publisher=Columbia College Today|accessdate = September 27, 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url = https://www.newspapers.com/image/432376842/?terms=javier%20loya%20%22john%20jay%20award%22&match=1|title= University will honor successful Burges grad|work=El Paso, Texas|date=February 28, 2004}}</ref>
*In 2007, Javier received the “Emerging Leader” Award from the [[Greater Houston Partnership]].<ref>{{cite web|url = https://www.chron.com/neighborhood/article/DeBakey-honored-as-one-of-Houston-s-9630200.php |title= DeBakey honored as one of 'Houston's Greatest' |date = December 12, 2007}}</ref>
*In 2007, Javier received the “Emerging Leader” Award from the [[Greater Houston Partnership]].<ref>{{cite web|url = https://www.chron.com/neighborhood/article/DeBakey-honored-as-one-of-Houston-s-9630200.php |title= DeBakey honored as one of 'Houston's Greatest' |publisher=Houston Chronicle|date = December 12, 2007}}</ref>
*In 2010, Javier received the “Entrepreneur of the Year” Award from [[Ernst & Young]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://thesocialbook.com/treasure-awards/lucinda-and-javier-loya/|title=Lucinda and Javier Loya|website=The Social Book - Houston}}</ref>
*In 2010, Javier received the “Entrepreneur of the Year” Award from [[Ernst & Young]].<ref name=TheSocialBook/><ref name=Summit/>
*In 2017, Loya was honored as a distinguished graduate by the Ivy Football Association at its bi-annual dinner at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel.
*In 2017, Loya was honored as a distinguished graduate by the Ivy Football Association at its bi-annual dinner at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel.<ref name="auto"/><ref>{{cite web|url = https://brownbears.com/news/2016/12/9/12_9_2016_2091 |title= Robert W. Pangia '73 To Be Honored By Ivy Football Association |publisher=Brown University Athletics|date = September 9, 2016}}</ref>


==References==
==References==

Revision as of 02:37, 15 December 2020

E Javier Loya
NationalityMexican-American
Other namesJavier Loya
Alma materColumbia University:[1]
Occupation(s)Chairman and CEO of OTC Global Holdings
Years active2007–present
Known forCEO of OTC Global Holdings, Minority Owner of Houston Texans
SpouseLucinda Vincent-Loya
Children2

Enrique Javier Loya[2] (born February 2, 1969) is a Mexican-American business entrepreneur and former college football player. He is a minority owner of the NFL's Houston Texans.[3] Loya is also the co-founder of independent commodity broker OTC Global Holdings.[4][5]

Education and family

Loya was raised in El Paso, Texas as the second-youngest of seven children.[6] His father worked at a Farah Manufacturing Co. plant and taught his children to prioritize education.[6] Loya graduated from New York City’s Columbia University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 1991.[7] Loya married Lucinda Vincent (Now Lucinda Vincent-Loya) and has 2 children.[7][8]

Football career

Loya played for the Columbia Lions as a linebacker and a defensive end throughout his academic career at Columbia University.[9][10][11] He was a varsity letterman in all three of his varsity seasons[11] and was named an Honorable Mention All-Ivy League Selection in 1990.[12] He is tied with several other players for the fourth-most career fumble recoveries while playing for the Columbia Lions.[12]

Career

Choice! Energy LP

In 1994, Loya co-founded Choice! Energy LP with two partners. Choice was an energy brokerage firm specializing in natural gas.[13][14][15]

In 2000, Loya purchased control of the company from his partners.[7]

After Texas deregulated the power market in 2002, Loya launched a new firm, Choice Energy Services. As the sole owner of Choice Energy Services, Loya expanded the company's services from wholesale markets to retail commodities management.[16][17]

In 2015, Loya’s company, Choice Energy, filed a lawsuit against 9 of their brokers for breach of contract. The 9 brokers filed a countersuit claiming they were forced to resign due to unpaid commissions and hostile work environment. All but one broker settled out of court.[18]

Houston Texans

In 2002, Loya became the first Hispanic owner in the NFL after he purchased a minority stake in the Houston Texans.[3] Loya was one of 10 investors in the Houston Texans.[19][20][21][22][23][24]

During the Choice Energy lawsuit, Javier was accused of being a high-stakes gambler, which sparked an investigation from the NFL due to Javier’s ownership of the Houston Texans. According to the NFL Ownership Guidelines, it is a violation for owners or employees of any NFL team to take part in any gambling.[18][25]

OTC Global Holdings

In 2007, Loya co-founded OTC Global Holdings as a commodity brokerage that initially acquired Choice Natural Gas, Choice Power, and Choice Energy. OTC Global Holdings has grown to service over 450 institutional clients in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.[26][27][4][28][29][5]

Litigation

In late December 2019, John Klosek, one of the founding members of OTC Global Holdings, filed a lawsuit against the CEO Javier Loya, COO Joseph Kelly, and several employees. The lawsuit was over extravagant personal spending decreasing the company's value to a negative net worth.[30] Loya and the other accusees denied the allegations.[30][31] The claims state the defendants have embezzled over millions of dollars from OTC Global Holdings for personal use. The lawsuit is currently on-going.[32][33]

Veneno Tequila

In September 2019, Loya, his wife Lucinda, and several Houston entrepreneurs launched a tequila brand called Veneno Tequila. Actor Danny Trejo was the first person to introduce and drink a bottle of Veneno Tequila.[34][35][36]

Other Activities

Loya has served on the Board of Regents for Texas Southern University as well as other charitable foundations across Houston.[37][38][39]

Philanthropy

Loya is a sponsor and member of the board of directors for the Greater Houston Senior Football Showcase, a charitable organization that organizes high school football scouting events. The organization has provided over $100 million in scholastic aid to over 3,000 participants since 2008.[11][40][41][42]

In 2011, Loya founded the Greater El Paso Football Showcase Combine, which provided over $9 million in scholarships to over 100 high school senior athletes.[3][11][43][44]

Awards

  • In 2002, Loya received the “Entrepreneur of the Year” Award from the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.[45][14][46]
  • In 2004, Loya was named “Hispanic Businessman of the Year” by the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.[8]
  • In 2004, Javier was also given the John Jay Award for distinguished professional achievement by his former university, Columbia University.[47][48][49]
  • In 2007, Javier received the “Emerging Leader” Award from the Greater Houston Partnership.[50]
  • In 2010, Javier received the “Entrepreneur of the Year” Award from Ernst & Young.[8][21]
  • In 2017, Loya was honored as a distinguished graduate by the Ivy Football Association at its bi-annual dinner at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel.[11][51]

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