Maryland Hispanic Business Engage in Meaningful Dialogue With Their Elected Officials

Maryland, March 9, 2010 (Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce): The Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Montgomery County, and The Baltimore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce celebrated their legislative reception on the 24th of February at the House of Delegates.

Approximately 120 Hispanic business owners, representatives of several grassroots organizations, elected and appointed officials attended the event. Our prominent speakers included the new Secretary of the Department of Labor Licence and regulation, Alexander Sanchez, Delegates Ana Sol Gutierrez and Victor Ramirez.  Delegate Jeffrey Waldstreicher discussed a bill he has proposed to officially recognize Hispanic Heritage Month in the State. Read more

http://mdhcc.org/maryland-hispanic-business-engage-in-meaningful-dialogue-with-their-elected-officials/

Maryland Hispanic Legislative Issues 2010

The Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Montgomery County, and The Baltimore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Support Efforts To:

* Streamline the MBE/WBE certification process and provide for transparency in the procurement process.

* Continue strict adherence to MBE/WBE contracting requirements at the state and local level.

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http://mdhcc.org/maryland-hispanic-legislative-issues-2010/

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Looking to Reach the Hispanic Business Community?

The mission of the Maryland Hispanic Chamber is to maximize opportunities for our members to grow and prosper. When you join the Chamber, our collective voice in Annapolis and Washington, DC grows stronger.  In partnership with us, our elected officials listen to your concerns more carefully.

There are several types of memberships. Professionals such as realtors, lawyers and doctors may join us as individuals. Companies may join as small businesses.  Membership dues for companies are dependent upon the number of employees.  Finally, Hispanic and non-Hispanic corporations may become part of our Corporate Pillar Program that offers four levels of membership, each with its own set of benefits: Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum.

How to successfully get into Federal and State Contracting

In the world of Federal and State Contracting, there are certain key topics, which often determine the success of a business in the Federal and State arena. We would like to connect you with a group of expert in this area to share our member’s experience and actions to effectively prepare you to win more contracts. Join our chamber and become part of the 2010 Economic Stimulus Package that is in place by the current administration.

 Annual Maryland Hispanic Business Conference
Top leaders in business and government meet each year at our annual Maryland Hispanic Business Conference. Business leaders network to help advance the fast-growing Hispanic business community through workshops and conferences to prepare themselves with the tools needed to flourish.  A growing number of vendors catering to the fastest-growing segment of Maryland’s business community are sponsoring and exhibiting at the Conference. Last year, we had more than 500 attendees.

La Union Hace la Fuerza, Join Us

  • You will have the opportunity to reach the Hispanic business community through our e-newsletters with more than 1,200 readers.
  • 26 events during the year including the Business Conference and Seminars.
  • Opportunity to work with the MDHCC to develop individualized marketing/programs to assist Corporation’s business objectives.
  • Opportunity for the Corporate Partner to advertise and contribute feature articles in the MDHCC e-newsletter and also post them in our website.
  • Corporation’s logo placement on the MDHCC website.
  • Build an internal page in our website with all your promotional pieces.
  • Post Job Opportunities in our website when you are looking for bilingual staff.
  • Assistance with procurement opportunities with Hispanic vendors.
  • Access to the MDHCC membership database.
  • Alert you on different State and Federal Contract opportunities. JOIN NOW
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Legislative Reception Cocktail in Annapolis 2010

This annual event, held at the beginning of each year, connects Chamber members with the state’s congressional delegation to discuss at the state level the issues that impact our Hispanic business community. Join us this February 24 at 5:30pm. Click here for more information.

Chamber’s ongoing legislative goals include:

  • Serving as the leading business voice on the state’s budget crisis.
  • Working with employers, legislators, regulators and heath care providers to improve our current market-based health insurance system’s strengths to control costs and provide access to those who want coverage but can’t afford it.
  • Ensuring that adequate funding is made available to strengthen the quantity and quality of skilled and unskilled employees in Maryland.
  • Strengthening the state’s competitive tax climate to help attract and retain businesses, workers and investment.
Maryland Hispanic Chamber Networking Event