46TH 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 46th year. This is one black tie event you don't want to miss. |
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2022 Gala Musical Guest
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The Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that Salsa singer José Alberto "EL CANARIO," will be this year's musical guest for the 46th Annual GWHCC Gala!
See him LIVE after the awards program on Saturday, November 19th at the Crystal Gateway Marriott. |
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 the 2022 Honorees!
GWHCC SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
CFO Services Group
Manny Cosme CFO Services Group is a managing accounting firm, led by president and CEO Manny Cosme, with the mission of helping small businesses and non-profits achieve their financial goals and set them up for success. This year, CFO collaborated with the DC SBDC to provide workshops for small businesses, was a runner-up in the Washington City Paper’s Best of DC awards, and continues to embody the spirit of enterprise.
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SMALL BUSINESS CHAMPION OF THE YEAR
Angela Neira
Life Asset Angela Neira has empowered more than three-thousand small business owners in the Washington metropolitan area and has helped to create more than 400 businesses of which at least 98 percent are still open and thriving in our community. As the GWHCC’s Small Business Champion of the Year, Angela fulfills her commitment of providing small businesses with the resources and opportunities needed to continue thriving.
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GWHCC YOUNG HISPANIC ENTREPRENEUR
Carolina Gomez
FoodBizMentor Carolina Gomez is a Culinary Institute of America trained chef, restaurateur, food business mentor and consultant. She was born and raised in Washington DC and is a first generation Colombian American. She specializes in business growth strategies, menu development, staff training, and applying enlightened hospitality to every concept that she helps develop. She is passionate about helping small businesses thrive and expand in the food industry.
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CORPORATE COMMUNITY ANCHOR AWARD
Mario Acosta-Velez
Verizon Mario Acosta-Velez is VP of Local Engagement, Corporate Social Responsibility and Public Policy at Verizon. He leads various strategic initiatives in business community partnerships and has expanded Verizon’s visibility as a technology innovation leader and good corporate citizen in the DC region’s Hispanic community through high-impact philanthropic partnerships that support key programs in healthcare and technology, domestic violence prevention, and economic development.
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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 2022 SPONSORS
GWHCC Trustees
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President's Club
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Champagne Wall Sponsor
Wine Sponsor
Dessert Sponsor
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Table Sponsors
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Booklet Sponsor
Marketing Partners
