February 28, 2024

Media Contact:

Adrienne Perez

Sr. Manager, Marketing

Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

(602) 294-6082

adriennep@azhcc.com

PHOENIX – This year's theme, "Women in Arts," shines a spotlight between artistic expression and entrepreneurial spirit. We will explore the versatility of this industry, such as painters, dancers, musicians, and more. The goal is to amplify the creative voices of women in our community. We will learn from past experiences, insights, and stories of navigating both the artistic and entrepreneurial worlds. It's a celebration of women making a mark in the dynamic intersection of art and business.

Our Keynote Speaker, Jamila Gilbert, is a Latina woman of Purépechan-Mexican roots, a visual artist, a communications professional who speaks four languages, and an astronaut.

In addition, the event will be emceed by Dana Cortez, National Radio/Podcast Host – The Dana Cortez Show. The panel, moderated by Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's President & CEO, Mónica Villalobos, will feature prominent women in the industry including:

• Donna Valdes, Executive Director, XICO Inc.

• Elizabeth Toledo, Executive Director

Arizona Latino Artists Cultural Center (ALAC)

• Olga Viso, Selig Family Chief Curator & Director of Curatorial Affairs

Phoenix Art Museum

We encourage you to check us out on social media for the latest event updates #AZHCC or #POWEROFTHEPURSE24!

Founded in 1948, the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is the premier advocate for more than 125,000 Hispanic-owned small businesses and more than 2 million Hispanic consumers statewide.

Led by President and CEO Monica Villalobos, the non-profit organization provides products and services in the area of market intelligence, capacity building, advocacy and education for the benefit and success of its members, corporate partners and to actively promote the economic growth and vitality of Arizona. The Arizona Hispanic Chamber’s annual signature events include the Black & White Ball and Business Awards; the release of DATOS: State of the Hispanic Market; the Arizona Minority Business Enterprise Summit; and the Bud Shootout Golf Tournament—along with more than 60 other workshops, seminars, public forums and business networking activities.

The Chamber also operates Arizona’s only two federally funded Minority Business Development Agency Centers, one of which provides access to contracts and capital for mid-sized companies among the state’s 100,000+ Minority Business Enterprises in search of growth and investment opportunities; while the other is focused on the American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian (AIANNH) grant, Project, to develop trainings, workshops, and provide additional technical support to these communities.

The Arizona Hispanic Chamber is dedicated to promoting the health and prosperity of the state and national economy by serving as a vital link to the growing power and influence of Hispanic business owners and consumers as part of our increasingly diverse global marketplace.



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