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The mission of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando is to provide leadership and support the economic development of the Hispanic business community of Metro Orlando.
The vision of the chamber is to be the leading Hispanic business voice of Metro Orlando.
Chamber objectives:
- To strengthen the relationship with Hispanic companies, organizations, professionals, corporations and the numerous cultural and civic entities in Central Florida
- To promote programs, events, resources and activities aimed at improving the economic development of Hispanics in the region
- To serve as the gateway for large organizations/national corporations to connect with the Hispanic business community
- To support other organizations that recognize individual cultures and promote Hispanic integration allowing for the preservation of the Hispanic heritage
- To recognize the achievement of Hispanic individuals and companies that have a positive influence in our community
Business model:
The Chamber's business model is very simple. To provide business support in any of the three important drivers for most businesses:
Membership:
1,120 active members as of February 2009
Programs and services:
Our job at the Hispanic Chamber is to develop and implement programs, events and services aimed at improving the economic development of Hispanic businesses in Central Florida. Listed below are some of the programs and initiatives that the Hispanic CHamber provide to its membership and the community at large.
- Don Quijote Awards
- Hispanic Business and Consumer Expo
- Business After Hours
- Hola Orlando Jobs
- Festival de Sabores
- "Hablemos de Negocios" radio show
- Hispanic Chamber Business Police Academy
- Political Hob Nob
- Hispanic Heritage Scholarship Program
- Bi-Monthly newsletter
- Member-to-member promotional program
- Capitol Connection
- Leads groups
- Ambassador program
Past Presidents of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando:
- Aileen Cubillos (2008/09)
- Carlos J. Burruezo (2007/08)
- James E. Jardon, II (2006/07)
- Jose Estorino (2005/06)
- Millie Irizarry (2004/05)
- May Nohra-Calderon (2003/04)
- Mario Garcia (2002/03)
- Raiza Tamayo (2001/02)
- Rick L. Hernandez (2000/01)
- Cesar E. Calvet (1999/2000)
- Ricardo R. Pesquera (1998/99)
- Teresa Arrigoitia-Garret (1997/98)
- Victor Diaz (1996/97)
- Mercedes F. McCall (1995/96)
- H. Louis Martinez (1994/95)
- Conrad Santiago (1993/94)
Contact information:
President: Ramón A. Ojeda.
Chair: Carlos M. Colombo, Esq.
Address: 315 e. Robinson St. Ste. 465. Orlando, FL 32801
Phone: 407-428-5870
Fax: 407-428-5871
E-mail: info@hispanicchamber.net
Web site: www.hispanicchamber.net
Chamber Certification:
The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is proud to be recognized as one of the few Chambers of Commerce in the State of Florida that meet or exceeds the Florida Association of Chamber Professionals standards (FACP), an organization that represents over 180 chambers of commerce through out the State of Florida.
In 2007, the Hispanic Chamber earned its "certified status" by the FACP, becoming a member of the selected group of chambers of commerce delivering programs and services that sets standards of excellence for Chambers of Commerce in Florida.
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Certified Chambers of Commerce in the State of Florida
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