July/August 2024

Chamber Events

Hola Emprende Conference

FCHCC held its 2nd iteration of the incredibly successful Hola Emprende Conference on August 21st at the Adam W. Herbert University Center. The presenting sponsor was The Community of Northeast Florida. Bank of America and Wells Fargo were Innovate sponsors. This full day event was sold out with well over 150 attendees!


Workshops were conducted in Spanish and English. Jamaal Medley, Territory General Manager with Coca Cola Beverages, Florida was the Keynote Speaker and Marithza Ross, Meterologist and Traffic Anchor with Action News Jax was the Emcee.

Click here to Watch our Facebook Reel!

Other speakers in attendance were:

 

  • Gregory Grant, Equal Business Opportunity Administrator, City of Jacksonville
  • Conchie Fernández, Founding Partner of CF Creative
  • Jorge Arce, Director & Senior Trade Specialist, U.S. Commercial Service
  • Daysi Jacobson, CEO, Daysi Jacobson Accounting
  • Jonel Hein, District Director SBA North Florida District Office
  • Mark Walker, Director, Jessie Ball DuPont Fund
  • Nick Correa, VP/Business Community Officer/Driving Equitable Opportunities for Business Owners, Bank of America
  • Annie Grogan, Director, Jacksonville's Women Business Center
  • Elizabeth Irausquin, Programs Director, Prospera USA
  • Chris Crothers, Director of Impacting Investing and Senior Program Officer, Jessie Ball DuPont Fund
  • Maribel Hernandez, Active Chief and Grants Administrator, City of Jacksonville & Former FCHCC President
  • Gabriel Gonzalez, Relationship Banker, Wells Fargo, N.A.

 

To learn more about this event, click here!

July 2024 Social Cafecito

The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's July Social Cafecito took place July 19, 2024 at the FCHCC office. Attendees learned some of the many benefits of FCHCC membership from Joel Gonzalez and Jessica Mendez, Membership Committee Directors.

About Social Cafecito: Social Cafecito, an event for FCHCC Members only, is a space created to expand your business network and learn from the best. Check out and register for these next meeting dates! Social Cafecito meets monthly on the 3rd Friday. To learn more, click here.

Hola Emprende Business Expo

Great news!

More slots have opened for the Business Expo!

If you want to be a vendor or simply attend, register below!

Note: if you've already registered, you don't need to RSVP again, thanks for your particpation!

This is the largest business expo aimed at helping Hispanic entrepreneurs connect and network with like-minded partners.


This collaboration is the first for the FCHCC and the City of Jacksonville!


The workshops are aimed at putting into practice the lessons learned during the Hola Emprende conference.


Don’t miss this chance to be at the forefront of business innovation within the Hispanic community! Your participation will not only spotlight your business but also contribute to the collective growth and success of our community.


Event Details:


Date: September 12, 2024

Time: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Cost: FREE


Location: UNF

Adam W. Herbert University Center

12000 Alumni Drive

Jacksonville, FL 32224


Would you like to be a Vendor to promote your business?



Secure your spot today and join us at Hola Business Expo 2024!

Register now

Get Ready to Celebrate the 2024

Hispanic Heritage Month

To celebrate the upcoming Hispanic Heritage month, we're recognizing the legacy of Roberto Clemente at the annual Jumbo Shrimp event!

Purchase Tickets

September 20, 2024

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

(game starts at 7:05 PM)

Cost: $14 per ticket


Jacksonville Shrimp Stadium

301 A Philip Randolph Blvd.

Jacksonville, FL 32202


PLEASE NOTE: Tickets will be emailed to you after purchase.

FCHCC is honored once again to be part of MOSH's Passport Series! Join us on September 28th from 6-10 PM for the second iteration of "TOGETHER: The Vibrant Colors of Hispanic Heritage" as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month 2024. Immerse yourself in a night filled with rich gastronomy, lively music and vibrant culture. Don't miss this unforgettable evening!

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Welcome New & Renewing Members

We could not achieve our mission without our members.
THANK YOU very much for your partnership!

June 2024

Large Corporation 2

Synovus Bank


Small Business #1

Condor Agency – for more information, call (904) 333-0691

Jax Tramites LLC


Non-Profit #3

U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)

United Way of Northeast Florida


Non-Profit #1

904Ward Organization


Individual Members

Adriana Hallmark

Marino Rodriguez

Aristides Soto

July 2024

Small Business #1

Alive Credit Union

CF Creative

Rebecca Black Immigration Law

Brown Accounting and Tax Services LLC

Reliant Roofing

Sign & Stamp Notary Services


Non-Profit #1

Small Business Development Center at UNF

Viva Panama-USA LLC


Individual Members

Rafael Roman

Awards & Recognition

Mónica Hernández honored with the Ultimate CEO Award

Congratulations to Mónica Hernández, President of the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC), for being honored with the Ultimate CEO Award by the Jacksonville Business Journal!


Monica's exceptional leadership, dedication to community engagement and commitment to fostering growth and inclusivity have made a significant impact on the First Coast. Her tireless efforts continue to inspire and uplift our community. Join us in congratulating Monica on this well-deserved recognition!

Read the full article!

FCHCC Members News

Winn-Dixie offers A+ savings and community giving to ace the back-to-school season

Grocer helps customers save big and students achieve more this school year


Winn-Dixie is helping customers save big and students achieve more this school year by offering winning prices on back-to-school grocery essentials and giving back to local schools with its Community Bag with a Giving Tag program. For each purchase of the $2.99 specially designed reusable bag made during the month of August, the grocer will donate $1 directly to each store’s local school partner to ensure staff and educators have the supplies and resources they need to set their students up for success.

(Photo: Business Wire)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Winn-Dixie is helping customers pencil in savings on their grocery shopping list for the back-to-school season with a wide selection of everyday low prices, top-of-the-class discounts on favorite products and award-winning rewards. To continue supporting local students, the neighborhood grocer is also donating vital funds to schools across its five-state footprint through its Community Bag with a Giving Tag program during the month of August.


Click here to read the full article!

FCHCC Members Events

Gratitude Giving Foundation Event

Saturday, August 24


Taller aprende como cuidarte para cuidar. Evento gratuito, sábado 24 de agosto. Destinado a apoyar a quienes cuidan de sus seres queridos día a día.

FCHCC will be a sponsor for one our members, Fundacion Estrellita de Belen Corp., at their Annual Gala 2024 "Heartbeat of Hope" on September 21, 2024 from 7:00 PM - 11:00PM at the Jacksonville Golf & Country Club. Indulge in a night of dining and merriment, silent auctions, and live music as we come together as one Heartbeat Of Hope. Every penny goes towards helping underprivileged children with Congenital Heart Disease in Venezuela, creating awareness, and advocating for kids with Congenital Heart Disease.

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Achieving the Dream Scholarship 2025

Learn more about the ATD Scholarship here!

The 2025 ATD Applications are Open

Deadline to Apply: March 17, 2025

Apply here

or scan the QR code below

In Other News

Business Damage Assessment Survey


If your business experienced any physical damage or loss in revenue from Hurricane Debby, we strongly encourage you to complete the state's Business Damage Assessment Survey. To take the assessment, click here.

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Make a Guest Appearance on the "FCHCC on Aire" Radio Program

The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s “FCHCC On Aire” Radio Program is a great way to promote your business and for our audience to learn more about your company and how it serves the Hispanic community.

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