Signature Events & Programs
"Simply put: Best Ever! Do not recall ever having such a good time in any prior GWHCC event, the setting, food, décor and program were great, the music and dancing... icing on the cake!"
- Hector and Jay, GWHCC Members, describing the GWHCC 2019 Gala
"Congratulations on such a wonderful and successful gala last Friday! We truly enjoyed ourselves and witnessed first hand how impactful the chamber is on your members and small businesses in the area."
- Lorena G. Rivera, Director of Hispanic Affairs, Maryland Governor's Office of Community Initiatives
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Our Chamber is proud to present a variety of quality events and programs - now virtually! All business professionals and entrepreneurs benefit when participating in the GWHCC activities.
The Chamber hosts events every month, sometimes every week, meaning that there are many opportunities to network with your fellow business leaders. These range from educational webinar and networking events to large awards shows, and all members, partners and friends are encouraged to participate. Remember, when you invest in our community, you invest in your success. |
For more detailed information on our next events, visit our Online Event Calendar. To register online, click the button that says Registration. Registrations are required to participate in our activities, including those free of charge.
Looking to connect with the nation’s largest minority group? Partner with us! We provide our sponsors with countless ways to reach one of the region’s most powerful economic forces: the rapidly growing Hispanic business community. |
Take a look at our Annual Events
GWHCC BUSINESS EXPO
Launched in 2010, the Business Expo has become the region’s premier event connecting minority-owned businesses with potential clients and organizations that support their growth. Participation in the Expo has increased from 70 exhibitors and 500 attendees in 2010 to over 1,880 attendees and more than 100 exhibitors. Moreover, in the past the Expo has hosted 27 international companies, 70 business matchmaking meetings, and over 50 sponsors and partners.
The 2021 Business Expo will be held in person on September 16, 2021.
The 2021 Business Expo will be held in person on September 16, 2021.
Annual Gala
With over 500 participants, this black-tie affair highlights the importance and influence of the Hispanic business community in the DC Metropolitan economy.
In 2019, the Chamber launched the first-ever GWHCC Hispanic Business Hall of Fame to recognize business leaders whose achievements continue to promote and advance the economic climate of our communities.
Click here to visit our Hall of Fame and past recipients.
The 2021 Gala will be held in-person on November 13, 2021 at the Walter E. Convention Center.
In 2019, the Chamber launched the first-ever GWHCC Hispanic Business Hall of Fame to recognize business leaders whose achievements continue to promote and advance the economic climate of our communities.
Click here to visit our Hall of Fame and past recipients.
The 2021 Gala will be held in-person on November 13, 2021 at the Walter E. Convention Center.
Savor the Night
This ticketed, cocktail attire event features an exquisite cultural diversity tasting where guests enjoy a delectable evening with a Latin twist, food and drinks from 7 South American, Central American and Caribbean countries.
One of the the Chamber’s largest annual networking event,
bringing together more than 200 attendees of all minority backgrounds
to celebrate the culture and diversity of the Hispanic community.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic the 2021 Savor the Night celebration has been postponed until further notice. Stay tuned for more information!
One of the the Chamber’s largest annual networking event,
bringing together more than 200 attendees of all minority backgrounds
to celebrate the culture and diversity of the Hispanic community.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic the 2021 Savor the Night celebration has been postponed until further notice. Stay tuned for more information!
Embassy Webinar Series (Sept. 20 – Sept. 24)
This new event will incorporate business and networking.
Featuring five representatives, one per day, from Latin American Embassies and/or consulates speaking about business opportunities and connections available to DC business owners, entrepreneurs and more to expand their resources abroad.
The Embassy Webinar Series will be held virtually, panel style with a Q/A portion. Stay tuned for more information!
Featuring five representatives, one per day, from Latin American Embassies and/or consulates speaking about business opportunities and connections available to DC business owners, entrepreneurs and more to expand their resources abroad.
The Embassy Webinar Series will be held virtually, panel style with a Q/A portion. Stay tuned for more information!
GWHCC Luncheon and Hispanic Heritage Celebration (Oct. 11 – Oct. 15)
During Hispanic Heritage Month, the Chamber hosts an annual luncheon to honor the remarkable work Mayor Muriel Bowser continues to do for the Latino
community in DC.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic the 2021 Annual Luncheon has been postponed until further notice.
The Hispanic Heritage Celebration is a week-long celebration event. Formerly, the chamber’s largest networking event, this celebration has been rebranded to be held virtually with events held throughout the last week of HHM. Events to be held include a Cook-a-Thon, Pitch Your Biz and more. Stay tuned for more information!
community in DC.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic the 2021 Annual Luncheon has been postponed until further notice.
The Hispanic Heritage Celebration is a week-long celebration event. Formerly, the chamber’s largest networking event, this celebration has been rebranded to be held virtually with events held throughout the last week of HHM. Events to be held include a Cook-a-Thon, Pitch Your Biz and more. Stay tuned for more information!
Holiday Fiesta
The Chamber’s Annual Holiday Reception is a large, festive networking event that brings the Hispanic and broader minority community together to celebrate the Chamber’s yearly accomplishments and those of its members.
Members and partners of all backgrounds join in fellowship and fun to recognize lasting connections while forging new ones.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the 2021 Holiday Fiesta will be held virtually and feature a Trivia, Scavenger Hunts, and breakout rooms, based on industry and more. Stay tuned for more information!
Members and partners of all backgrounds join in fellowship and fun to recognize lasting connections while forging new ones.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the 2021 Holiday Fiesta will be held virtually and feature a Trivia, Scavenger Hunts, and breakout rooms, based on industry and more. Stay tuned for more information!
Additional Events
The GWHCC offers extensive opportunities to our members and partners to connect, learn, and grow. We proudly host Kick-Start Your Membership Receptions, Industry-Focused Events, Empleate Job Fair, Power Networking Events, Pitch Your Biz, Women’s Group, "Noches de Galería", Megamiere, Meet the CEO and more.
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