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Dear MHCC Familia,
As we embrace the vibrant colors of autumn, we are delighted to share with you through this newsletter the exciting activities and initiatives that have defined our Chamber this past month and provide a look as to what's ahead.
With Hispanic Heritage Month in full swing, we've been celebrating the rich cultural tapestry that our community contributes to the great state of Michigan and across the country. These events honor our Hispanic heritage and highlight our members' accomplishments and those of the Latina comunidad at large. It's been inspiring to witness the power of unity as we've come together to commemorate our heritage and celebrate our relationships with our MHCC members.
Our commitment to support our member businesses and the Hispanic business community remains unwavering. As we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, I encourage you to experience events with our community partners, exploring the richness and wealth of opportunities they provide.
Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication to the Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Together, we are making a difference.
Sincerely,
Mark A. Moreno
Executive Director
Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
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Tercer Jueves business networking event is here! Join us for an exciting networking opportunity in Detroit at the LIFT Headquarters! Like every MHCC networking event, this is an excellent opportunity to meet potential business partners and clients as you enjoy music, delicious appetizers, drinks and more! | |
Come and celebrate with us one of our most glamorous signature events of the year for the MHCC! Our 34th Annual Gala Hispania registration is now open! Come and join us at the MGM Grand Detroit on Friday, December 1st, from 6 p.m. to midnight as we celebrate the stars of our community! You’ll enjoy a cocktail reception, dinner, music, dancing, awards, prominent speakers, and more! You won’t want to miss it!
We invite you to check out our 2022 Gala and see what to expect!
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The countdown to the 2023 MHCC Gala Hispana has officially begun, and Gala award nominations are OPEN! Join us for a night of excitement, glamour, and recognition, as we celebrate the ‘Stars of Our Community’. Nominate a deserving individual, business, or organization across the following categories:
- COMMUNITY ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR.
- NON-PROFIT OF THE YEAR.
- YOUNG PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR.
- RISING HISPANIC BUSINESS OF THE YEAR.
- ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR.
- CHAMBER MEMBER OF THE YEAR.
- CORPORATE MEMBER OF THE YEAR.
- TRAILBLAZING LATINA OF THE YEAR.
- LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD.
Click the link to nominate NOW! You will find brief descriptions of each category, and you can nominate up to 2 per category.
Deadline for nomination submissions: November 3rd at 5:00 pm EST
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2023 USHCC National Conference | |
The 2023 United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce National Conference was recently held in Orlando, FL, with a theme of "The Future is Now: Elevating Latino Businesses for Tomorrow." The annual conference is one of the largest gatherings of Hispanic business leaders in America created to foster Hispanic economic development for the greater American economy. Our Executive Director, Mark Moreno and Programs & Events Director, Laura Geftos, were able to attend and engage in interactive discussions with America's business leaders, Hispanic Chambers across the country, and other USHCC partners and sponsors, participating in informational sessions on strengthening and growing Hispanic-owned businesses, networking, and advocating as one unified voice for our country's 5 million Hispanic-owned businesses. It was great to be with and celebrate MHCC member businesses and leaders, rekindle distant relationships and make new ones! | | |
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Adelante Michigan - Training session with our friends from Detroit Salsa Company. If you want a delicious salsa with a Mexican tradition, this is the place! Adelante Michigan is a free program that seeks to support Hispanic businesses to achieve success in their businesses. We are grateful to Maria Mendez from the Accounting Aid Society for partnering with us and providing small business owners like the Gomez family with the tools they need to take their business to the next level!
For more information, contact: Erandi Arredondo
Email: earredondo@mhcc.org
Direct phone number: 248-622-2088
Main: 248-792-2763
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2nd Annual Jackson Hispanic Heritage Festival | |
We loved to see and support MHCC members’ businesses like Xcanul and Siena Height University at the 2nd Annual Jackson Hispanic Heritage Festival. It was a wonderful Hispanic celebration! | |
We celebrated our Mexican Independence with the Mexican Consulate in Detroit at the beautiful Meadow Brook Hall in Rochester Hills, MI. We felt proud to be part of the “El Grito” celebration, surrounded by art, culture, music, and friends! In the United States, Hispanics enjoy celebrating and preserving the culture that keeps the traditions alive! Viva Mexico! | |
MHCC Board of Directors 3Q Meeting | |
At MHCC, we are committed to serving our community, businesses, and entrepreneurs! We are thankful for all our board of directors who support our mission and vision. Enjoyed a Q3 Board meeting and dinner together! Thank you, Jesse Venegas and Ideal Group, for being such a gracious host! | |
Celebrating 40 years of Diversity Supplier Development with Stellatis | |
Congratulations to Stellantis for celebrating 40 years of excellence! Thank you for making us part of it! | |
Havana Night at Vicente’s | |
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Thank you to Dana M. Armenteros from The W Buchanan Group LLC for supporting our community! The MHCC had a fantastic time at Havana Night at Vicente’s with excellent authentic Cuban food, music and dancing!
The evening was dedicated to honor the Black Leaders Association (BLA) and Compas, Center for Music and Performing Arts affiliated with Southwest Detroit Business Association.
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Great Lakes Woman’s Business Council | |
MHCC attended the Great Lakes Women’s Business Council’s Annual Business Conference “Scale Up For Success!”. We are grateful for the partnership and the connections we made to keep growing as a Chamber! As Business Resource Partners we unite to contribute the growth and success of woman own businesses and entrepreneurs! | |
L’ATTITUDE is an annual business conference geared especially towards Latino executives and entrepreneurs. This 4-day event is packed with valuable information that is provided to enlighten attendees on the New Mainstream economy and the US Latino cohort that is driving it. Sol Trujillo, one of the most successful and respected Latino executives in the world, created this conference when he realized that no conference in the world really recognized and promoted the up-and-coming power and impact of the Latino population in the United States of America. | |
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Congratulations Jose L. Flores, CEO of Ancor Automotive, for being named the 2023 Hispanic Businessperson of the Year (male category) by the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC)!
This prestigious national award, presented annually, recognizes business leaders who exemplify outstanding leadership, a pioneering spirit and remarkable contributions to the Hispanic business community.
MHCC familia is very proud of you!
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Congratulations to Gabriel Rodriguez-Garriga, one of our Board of Directors of MHCC, on this significant accomplishment in his new position as Vice President of Strategy and Environmental Analysis at Barton Malow! | |
Powering more than vehicles, please make plans for Thursday, November 2nd, at Suburban Collection Showplace for OE 2023! Toyota’s Opportunity Exchange (OE) is committed to being a champion for supplier diversity by helping generate new business for Certified Diverse Suppliers and continuing to help Supplier Partners diversify their own supply base. | |
Round 1 and 2 for the Elevate Together program! | |
Congratulations to all the winners of Round 1 and 2 for the Elevate Together program! Your perseverance and hard work are an inspiration to other entrepreneurs like you! We are very proud of each one of you! | |
The MHCC is committed to inclusivity, understanding that businesses and individuals have distinctive demands. To provide for all, we offer a range of membership options for everyone from large companies to professionals, students and individuals. Our goal is to ensure that everyone can benefit from our Chamber's resources and network, regardless of their size or background. | |
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The Federal Government has a wide range of resources to help small business sell their goods and services internationally. And while it is great that those resources exist, accessing those programs and services can seem daunting. Where does one start?
Join SBA’s Office of International Trade for this Learn to Trade webinar for information on the resources available at each stage in the export journey and tips on how to access them.
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Attention, small business owners! Safeguarding your business against cyber threats is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Join us at the SBA Cyber Summit, where industry leaders, experts, and entrepreneurs converge to empower you with the knowledge and tools to protect your business from evolving digital risks. Get ready for an immersive experience that will transform the way you approach cybersecurity! | |
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Show your commitment to the Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce with our digital badge! By displaying this badge on your website, social networks and email signature, you can connect with other members and get the recognition and resources you need to help promote and grow your business. Download the badge today and let us endorse you – join us in making a difference for Hispanic-owned businesses in Michigan. | |
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