Founded in 1940, Navarro Discount Pharmacies is one of the largest Hispanic-owned pharmacy chains in the United States that operates a variety of stores. The chain staffs more than 2,000 employees and provides over 300 private label items. Its stores include a range of personal care, household products and electronics items. The chain s stores offer digital online photo processing and cell phones from various service providers. Its stores maintain fragrance counters that provide designer fragrances. The chain s stores operate cosmetics and beauty-aid departments that include products from several brands. Additionally, Navarro Discount Pharmacies stores offer refrigerated groceries and canned food, as well as a selection of beers and wines. The chain is a member of the Chain Drug Consortium (CDC), which is an affiliation of regional pharmacies.