47TH ANNUAL GALA AND HISPANIC BUSINESS HALL OF FAME
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A time where we come together to celebrate each other and the community, the annual GWHCC gala allows us to recognize the workers and leaders of our local business community.
In an effort to begin telling their story, the Chamber launched in 2019 the first ever GWHCC Hispanic Business Hall of Fame recognizing business leaders whose achievements continue to promote and advance the economic climate of our communities. This year, we continue making history with as we celebrate our 47th year. This is one black tie event you don't want to miss. |
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Overnight Room Reservations - GWHCC Room Block
Don’t worry about driving home after the event! Stay the night at the MGM National Harbor and extend your fun! GWHCC has secured a room block with a discounted room rate for guests attending our 2023 Gala. Reservations must be made by Monday, October 23, 2023.
GWHCC Gala Awards
During the evening, the GWHCC awards the luminaries who have made significant contributions to the development and advancement of the Hispanic market in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia.
GWHCC will present five awards to change makers in the following categories:
GWHCC will present five awards to change makers in the following categories:
GWHCC SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAROne exceptional small business owner recognized for his or her tireless work and embodiment of the spirit of enterprise. Business must have 250 employees or less.
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GWHCC YOUNG HISPANIC ENTREPRENEUR AWARDA young entrepreneur who has been in business for 0-5 years and who is making a difference and effecting change in a powerful way.
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GWHCC LEGACY AWARDThis award will be given to a business who has history in our region and has made long-term contributions to the community
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GWHCC CORPORATE COMMUNITY AWARDAn organization whose contributions and support of the Hispanic community has empowered and allowed us to achieve the unachievable.
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MEET OUR 2023 HONOREES
SERVPRO of Rockville and Silver Spring North
Award to be received by Owners Michelle & Jorge Gutierrez |
Rosalia Fajardo
Executive Director & CEO Multicultural Family and Education Center |
Mariana Barrientos Roig
Co-Founder & VP of Strategy Roig Communications |
Rebecca Medrano
Co-founder & Exec. Director GALA Hispanic Theatre |
Omar Molina
Brand Manager - Non Perishables Giant Food |
Live and Silent Auction
Join us for our two exciting auctions during the event. One silent and one live.
We ask that you please consider donating an auction item in any of the following categories:
For monetary donations please click here.
We ask that you please consider donating an auction item in any of the following categories:
- Sports/Entertainment memorabilia
- Fashion and Art
- Wine and Spirits
- Hospitality or Travel experiences
- And More...
For monetary donations please click here.
Become a SponsorThe Gala serves as an opportunity for the Chamber to highlight the importance and influence of the Hispanic business community in the region and commemorates the Chamber’s accomplishments with its members, sponsors, partner organizations, corporations, and the community at large.
In 2019, the chamber honored for the first time ever the Hispanic Business Hall of Fame, recognizing the luminaries who have made significant contributions to the development and advancement of the Hispanic market in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia. Become a sponsor and help us build bridges within the Hispanic and minority business community. |
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Become a Table Host
Table Hosts help ensure a successful, well-attended gala by donating a full table and covering the ticket costs of a small business owner and/or young entrepreneur.
This nominal financial contribution adds to the overall success of the evening! Any individual or company can serve as a Table Host.
This nominal financial contribution adds to the overall success of the evening! Any individual or company can serve as a Table Host.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2023 SPONSORS
GWHCC Trustees
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President's Club
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Presenting Sponsor
Champagne Wall Sponsor
Dessert Sponsor
Table Sponsors
Marketing Partners
Auction Sponsors
