Dear Community Members, Policymakers, and Business Leaders, As the CEO of the Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, I am deeply concerned about the impact these…
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The Devastating Impact of Deporting Business Owners on Our Economy and Communities
Dear Community Members, Policymakers, and Business Leaders, I am writing on behalf of the Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to sound the alarm on a…
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A Day Without Immigrants
Dear IHCC Members, Partners, and Community Leaders, Freedom of speech is the cornerstone of democracy. Now, more than ever, it is critical to make our…
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Why the Proposed 25% Tariff Threatens Illinois’ Economy and Hispanic-Owned Businesses
The Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (IHCC) expresses concern over President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement to impose a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada.…
Dear IHCC community, Last week, the IHCC celebrated the beautiful holiday of Día de los Muertos at our 2024 Day of the Dead Gala. It…
Dear IHCC members, friends, and community, I want to take a moment to recognize the exceptional work of the IHCC team. Their dedication to helping…
Dear Friends, I am writing to you all today with an open heart—not just as the President and CEO of the Illinois Hispanic Chamber of…
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Addressing Disparities in Vendor Participation for the Democratic National Convention
Dear IHCC Community, It has come to our attention that there exists a significant gap in vendor participation for the upcoming Democratic National Convention scheduled…
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Texas Court Deems Minority Business Programs Unconstitutional, Posing Challenges for Inclusive Economic Initiatives
Dear IHCC Community, In a recent and impactful ruling, a Texas court has declared minority business programs unconstitutional, marking a significant setback in the ongoing…