Beaumont businesswoman Biguita Hernandez-Smith announces plans to run for mayor “Without the vigor of the people, their city perishes. Our residents must be given hope, inspiration and incentives to reside in Beaumont and invest in our city." Author: Kierra Sam (12News) Updated: 11:11 AM CST December 16, 2020 BEAUMONT, Texas — Beaumont businesswoman Biguita Hernandez-Smith has announced her plans Wednesday to run for mayor in the May 2021 election. Hernandez-Smith is the CEO of Breathe Workforce Development, an organization she said is dedicated to workforce development in Southeast Texas. She has contributed to the community as a teacher, workforce development trainer and community leader and said it's now time for her to pour into this city on a grander scale.