USHCC hosts 47th Annual National Conference in Fort Worth

The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) is set to host its 47th Annual National Conference in Fort Worth, Texas, from September 14 to 16. The event, themed "Unstoppable: Achieving Success and Powering America's Growth," aims to bring together influential business leaders, policymakers, and corporate executives to advance economic opportunities and innovation.

This year's conference will feature a lineup of prominent speakers, including Jackie Puente, Vice President of External Affairs at Comcast Corporation; Victor Arias, CEO of Encantado Advisors; and former U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar. Other notable participants include Ross Perot Jr., Chairman of Hillwood and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce; Luana Lopes Lara, Co-Founder and COO of Kalshi; and Adriana Cruz, Executive Director of the Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office.

The three-day event will cover a wide range of topics, from artificial intelligence and business development to procurement opportunities in infrastructure and transportation. Attendees can also look forward to a women's luncheon, an awards gala, and extensive networking opportunities focused on strengthening Hispanic enterprises and the broader American economy.

Keynotes and panels will include discussions on the latest trends and challenges facing the Hispanic business community. Exclusive announcements and new data on the Hispanic business landscape will be shared by leading companies such as MetLife, the Latino Donor Collaborative, Airbnb, and PNC.

The conference will also recognize outstanding business leaders and chambers of commerce through its USHCC Awards Gala on September 16. Honorees include Tony Jimenez, President, CEO, and Founder of MicroTech, who will receive the Corporation of the Year award; Javier Diaz, CEO of OSI Engineering, who will be honored as the Small Business Person of the Year; and the Brazoria County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana, which will be recognized as the Chambers of the Year in the small, medium, and large categories, respectively. Additionally, the Ohtli Award will be given to Rosa Navejar, President and CEO of The Rios Group.

"Fort Worth is an ideal setting for this year's theme, 'Unstoppable,' as it embodies the resilience and drive of Hispanic entrepreneurs," said Ramiro A. Cavazos, President and CEO of the USHCC. "We are excited to convene policymakers, corporate leaders, and business owners who are shaping the future of access to capital, capacity building, and contracts across the country."

The 47th Annual USHCC National Conference is a significant event for the business community, bringing together more than 260 local chambers and business associations nationwide. The conference will take place at the Fort Worth Convention Center from September 14 to 16.