October 29, 2026 Yesterday, the Mexican American community lost one of its great leaders: Dolores Huerta. For me, this news carries a personal weight. I…
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IHCC Response to Mayor Johnson’s Proposed Budget: Protect Latino Businesses, Jobs, and Neighborhood Investment
Dear Mayor Johnson and Members of the Chicago City Council: The Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce welcomes the opportunity to work with you on a…
On August 27, IHCC President & CEO Jaime di Paulo Zozaya took the stage at Navy Pier to deliver the opening remarks at our Annual…
Dear IHCC Community, Like many Chicagoans, I was disappointed when our city declined to host FIFA World Cup matches. It seemed like a missed opportunity…
Dear IHCC Family, Last week, I celebrated seven years as President & CEO of the Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and I do so with…
Socorro Vazquez Named Chairwoman of the Board of the Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce CHICAGO — The Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (IHCC) is proud…
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Commentary: Cloud of fear hangs over Latino commerce, affecting everything along the supply chain
This article was published on Crain's Chicago Business on September 4, 2025: https://www.chicagobusiness.com/elevate/cloud-fear-hangs-over-latino-commerce-opinion Commentary: Cloud of fear hangs over Latino commerce, affecting everything along the…
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A 4th of July Reflection
Dear IHCC Community, As America prepares to celebrate another 4th of July—our nation’s independence, freedom, and promise—it’s important to acknowledge that for many Latinos this…
Dear Friends: Ten years ago, the IHCC made a bold decision to elevate our impact by partnering with 1871, the premier tech incubator in the…