Trailblazers of Progress:
Empowering Regional Growth Together - 2024 Campaign
Trailblazers of Progress: Empowering Regional Growth Together is the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's 2024 Hispanic Heritage Month campaign. This initiative shines a spotlight on the vital role Hispanic entrepreneurs and business leaders play in driving the economic engine of the region. Through this campaign, the Chamber and its partners aim to uplift the stories of Hispanic trailblazers who are breaking barriers, building successful businesses, and fostering inclusive economic growth.
From small business owners to corporate leaders, Hispanic professionals in the DMV area are blazing new trails, creating opportunities, and contributing to a thriving economy. With a focus on business development, leadership, and community impact, the Chamber will host events, offer business resources, and share inspiring stories throughout the month. “Trailblazers of Progress” is not only a celebration of Hispanic heritage but also a recognition of the profound impact of Hispanic business innovation on the region’s future.
Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and the trailblazers who are shaping tomorrow’s economic landscape, today.
Key Campaign Elements:
From small business owners to corporate leaders, Hispanic professionals in the DMV area are blazing new trails, creating opportunities, and contributing to a thriving economy. With a focus on business development, leadership, and community impact, the Chamber will host events, offer business resources, and share inspiring stories throughout the month. “Trailblazers of Progress” is not only a celebration of Hispanic heritage but also a recognition of the profound impact of Hispanic business innovation on the region’s future.
Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and the trailblazers who are shaping tomorrow’s economic landscape, today.
Key Campaign Elements:
- Spotlight Stories: Feature local Hispanic-owned businesses on social media, newsletters, and at events. Highlight their achievements and contributions to regional growth.
- Workshops & Webinars: Offer business development sessions, leadership training, and networking events aimed at supporting Hispanic entrepreneurs and professionals.
- Collaborations with Partners: Work with local chambers, business organizations, and government agencies to expand the campaign’s reach and bring more visibility to Hispanic businesses.
- Cultural Events: Host community events celebrating Hispanic culture’s influence on the region, such as food festivals, art showcases, and live performances.
- Advocacy & Resources: Share resources, grants, and tools available to Hispanic businesses in the region to promote continued growth and success.
Upcoming Events
What is the Hispanic Heritage Celebration?
Hispanic Heritage Month is observed annually from September 15 to October 15, during which the community honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans. Trailblazers of Progress: Empowering Regional Growth Together is the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's 2024 Hispanic Heritage Month campaign.
Why Celebrate Hispanic Heritage?
Hispanic Heritage Month is an official celebration of American citizens whose ancestry can be traced back to Spain, Mexico, Central and South America and the Caribbean. It also pays tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society.
The festival now lasts from September 15 to October 15 every year, but it first started out as just a week long celebration of in 1968. Twenty years later, in 1988 it expanded to dedicate a whole four weeks for the celebration of being Hispanic.
The festival now lasts from September 15 to October 15 every year, but it first started out as just a week long celebration of in 1968. Twenty years later, in 1988 it expanded to dedicate a whole four weeks for the celebration of being Hispanic.
Savor the Night CelebrationThe 2024 Savor the Night event will be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 6:00 pm at Autoshop!
The Chamber’s largest annual networking event, bringing together more than 250 attendees of all minority backgrounds to celebrate the culture and diversity of the Hispanic community. Throughout this ticketed cocktail-attire event attendees enjoy unlimited Latin dishes, wines and spirits that delight their palate. The event features live entertainment, a photo booth, giveaways and an exquisite cultural diversity tasting with food and drinks from South American, Central American and Caribbean countries...Truly a night to remember! |
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BECOME A SPONSOR
Did you know there are almost 66,000 Hispanic-owned businesses in the Washington DC metropolitan area?
The majority are small businesses representing construction firms, marketing, restaurants, accounting firms, and every industry imaginable.
Sponsors receive brand exposure to the Hispanic market and the Greater Washington region's business community as well as opportunities to engage with these groups and its leaders.
The majority are small businesses representing construction firms, marketing, restaurants, accounting firms, and every industry imaginable.
Sponsors receive brand exposure to the Hispanic market and the Greater Washington region's business community as well as opportunities to engage with these groups and its leaders.
