UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FAIR
NOVEMBER 5, 2021|9:00 AM
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION
NOVEMBER 9, 2021|10:00 AM
WOMEN'S BUSINESS SUMMIT
NOVEMBER 10, 2021|12:00 PM
NOVEMBER 2021
Hecho en Fort Worth Scarves
Hecho en Fort Worth continues with these LIMITED EDITION Silk Scarves
on sale now for only $79!!

Purchase by calling the Chamber at
817-625-5411 or stopping by our office at 1327 N. Main St.
Mon-Fri from 9 AM- 5 PM.

Don't wait to buy yours, Fiesta Night at the Rodeo is just around the corner!
6th Annual Tarrant County Business Opportunity Fair
Friday, November 5, 2021 at 9:00 AM

Join us and take advantage of the opportunity to network in person in a COVID-safe environment with approximately 100 exhibitors, Business Equity Firms, Contractors, DFW Public and Private businesses.
This event collaborates between public agencies located in Tarrant County seeking certified small, disadvantaged, minority, and women-owned and veteran-owned firms interested in doing business with agencies in the county and DFW area. 
Event Date: November 5, 2021, at 9:00 AM (CST)
Location: Will Rogers Memorial Center, Amon G. Carter Jr. Exhibit Hall| 3400 Burnett Tandy Drive | Fort Worth 76107
$30 Online Registrations 
$40 Registration at the Door

New Member Orientation
Tuesday, November 9 at 10:00 AM
Join us for the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s Member Orientation on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at 10 a.m. The purpose of member orientation is to become acquainted with the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s history; promote upcoming events and programs; and educate members on how to best take advantage of their membership with FWHCC.
 
We welcome new members, current members, and interested individuals to attend.

Women's Business Summit
Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Noon

The Women's Business Summit will occur during Global Entrepreneurship week! This event will feature a panel of women entrepreneurs along with key experts discussing the following topics.

- Small Business Finance and Funding
- The Legal Aspects of Running a Small Business
- Minority and Women Business Enterprise Certification

This event is brought to you by the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce, and JP Morgan Chase!

Free to attend! Lunch will be provided!

Coffee with the Chamber
Friday, November 12, 2021 at 8:00 AM

Join us for Coffee with the Chamber at TCU on Friday, November 12th at 8 a.m.

Coffee with the Chamber is a monthly networking event that focuses on bringing together members and prospects alike to develop professional relationships over coffee. 

2021 State of the Chamber
Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at 11:00 AM

Members and representatives from our community attend the State of the Hispanic Chamber to receive an update on the efforts of the past year and get insight from Chamber leaders on the strategic plan for the upcoming 2022 year.

We hope you'll join us as we say good riddance to 2021 and reflect on all the great things that your Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has accomplished.We hope you'll also help us ring in the new year as we look forward to 2022 and all the exciting things we have in store for our business community.

$35 members | $45 non-members

SAVE THE DATE
Build Fort Worth 2022
Friday, August 19, 2022 at 8:00 AM

EARLY- BIRD PRICING ENDS DEC. 1, 2021
(For RHCA/FWHCC Members in good standing)
Small Business/MWDBE Exhibitor - $500
Individual Tickets -$50


Regular Pricing AFTER Dec. 1, 2021
Small Business/MWDBE Exhibitor - $1,000
Individual Tickets - $100

September 15, 2021 - November 7, 2021

Tuesday, November 2, 2021 - 6:30PM

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 - 9:00AM

Thursday, November 4, 20219:00AM

Thursday, November 4, 2021 - 5:00PM

Thursday, November 4, 2021 - 5:00PM

Friday, November 5, 2021 - 9:00AM

Tuesday, November 9, 2021 - 9:00AM

Tuesday, November 9, 2021 - 10:00AM

Tuesday, November 9, 2021 - 6:30PM

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 - 9:00AM

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 - 10:00AM

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 - 12:00PM

Thursday, November 11, 2021 - 11:30AM

Friday, November 12, 2021 - 8:00AM

Sunday, November 14, 2021 - 11:00AM

Wednesday, November 17, 2021 - 9:00AM

Friday, November 19, 2021 - 11:30AM

Friday, November 19, 2021 - 12:00PM

Friday, November 19, 2021 - 12:00PM

Friday, November 19, 2021 - 4:00PM

Friday, November 19, 2021 - 6:00PM

Wednesday, November 24, 2021 - 9:00AM

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 - 9:00AM

Tuesday, December 7, 2021 - 6:00PM

Tuesday, December 7, 2021 - 6:30PM

Wednesday, December 8, 2021 - 9:00AM

Wednesday, December 8, 2021 - 10:00AM

Wednesday, December 8, 2021 - 11:00AM
Casa Mañana would like to offer a special Casa Friends Promotion to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for our upcoming production of Smokey Joe’s Café: the Songs of Leiber and Stoller. 
Groups of 20 or more will receive the special rate of $20 each on your choice of date November 2,3, or 4, 2021.
Contact:
Casa Mañana Director of Marketing
Monica Bermea
Direct: 817.321.5007
Interested in submitting a community event or webinar?

FWHCC MEMBERS - submit event through your Member Information Center > Member Login > Events > Add Event


As a member, you are able to catch the attention of visitors by enhancing your event page with photos, videos, documents, and more!


LiftFund's WBC
LiftFund’s Women’s Business Center has recently launched a business resiliency program to help Dallas-FT. Worth Business survive and thrive amid COVID-19
 
Program offerings include: 
COVID-19 Business Assessments & Recommendations 
COVID-19 Business Continuity Planning
Emotional Wellness Coaching on How to Cope with COVID 
Industry-Specific Trainings and Educational Resources
 
Apply for the COVID-19 Business Resiliency Program (CBRP): www.covid19reliefsupport.com


Digital Skills Training

Get up to speed on job-ready digital skills in Goodwill Industries of Fort Worth’s Digital Career Accelerator– a state-of-the-art training facility designed with you in mind. Training is free and instructors are available to help you learn basic computer skills that would be used to establish an email address, apply for a job or perform many entry-level tasks such as word processing, email and Internet use, providing digital skills that develop more marketable workers for the digital age.
  • Learn to use digital tools to accomplish everyday tasks
  • Develop skills to get a job or advance your career
  • Enhance your digital skills


Questions? Contact Diana Vivas-Monroe, Digital Skills Specialist at 817.332.7866 x2188 or via email at [email protected]


Clases disponibles en español. Para español, llame al 817.332.7866 x2188
Clases disponibles en español. Para español, llame al 817.332.7866 x2188
We're hiring an Executive Assistant!

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume addressed to Anette Landeros, FWHCC President and CEO and emailed to [email protected].


The Executive Assistant is an integral role reporting directly to the President/CEO. The ideal candidate should be a self-motivated, strategic, and organized individual who can easily communicate with various audiences, from corporate members to aspiring entrepreneurs. The main responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

·       Managing President’s calendar, including making appointments and prioritizing time-sensitive matters
·       Organizing meetings, including coordination of schedules, meeting logistics, and reminders
·       Coordinating FWHCC Board of Directors board meetings and communications
·       Providing administrative assistance, such as coordinating e-mail responses, drafting memos, and preparing communications on the executive’s behalf
·       Maintaining comprehensive and accurate records 
·       Answering phone calls in a polite and professional manner
·       Welcoming visitors and directing them to the appropriate staff member
·       General office manager duties including ordering office materials and supplies
·       As part of the FWHCC Staff Team, this person will also be asked to assist the team with large scale events that may require some evening and weekend hours.
FWHCC Members are HIRING!
FWHCC members are constantly posting job opportunities on our website. 

Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County has been updating their page every day to reflect new job openings! For more info, see Jobs Now! 2021   

If you are an employer who would like to have your openings added to WSTC JOBS NOW! 2020 page - email WSTC Business Services Team at: [email protected]
The FWHCC Contractors Bids & Opportunities newsletter is a members only benefit. The purpose of this newsletter is to provide our members with a variety of tools and information to help expand your business. 
CITY OF FORT WORTH
Are you a minority, woman or disadvantaged business owner? Are you having a hard time figuring out how to get your foot in the door? Or, are you looking to diversify and expand your business opportunities? Then this information forum is for you! 

During this forum, participants will learn how to stay informed of local, state and federal bid opportunities and identify any gaps in experience, training and capacity that might impact their success as a bidder. Participants also will receive expert advice on how to gain access to the direct contracting and sub-contracting opportunities offered by the City of Fort Worth, City of Arlington, D/FW International Airport, Fort Worth Independent School District, Tarrant County, and Tarrant County College District.
FWHCC MEMBERSHIP brings credibility to your business; increases your visibility in the community; creates networking opportunities; promotes business-to-business contacts; helps you acquire customer referrals; gives you access to members-only discounts and services; and so much more!

For questions regarding membership, please contact:

Jerene Bustamante, Director of Member Relations
Office: 817.625.5411
MEMBERZONE
Have you updated your member profile via MemberZone recently? Take the time to update your company information at least every 3 months.

Your membership provides excellent opportunities for your organization to attract new customers and share with our community, the region and even internationally.

Important: Completing your profile is critical to gaining increased visibility and exposure.
Take a few minutes to review your online information by visiting: https://fwhcc.chambermaster.com/Login

  • Update: Primary contact, bill to contact, company info, and web display
  • Add: social media links, industry category, news release, job postings, virtual events, hot deals, member-to-member deals, and more
  • Communicate with other members
  • Billing info available online!
FWHCC COMMUNITY GROUP
Join FWHCC Community Group on Facebook to share helpful blog posts, or even mention your own products and services. Post a hot deal or two!
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