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Dear FCHCC friends,
As we near the end of this year, it's so important to say how much we appreciate your support and your participation. The Chamber would not be where it is today without you.
Looking back at what we accomplished this year with your help. The FCHCC:
- Hosted the 4th Excellence in Business Awards, where we recognized Hispanic leaders who have made important impacts in our community.
- Held the annual Murejes del Manaña event, benefiting business women of all industries to connect with purpose and create opportunities that lead to achieving them.
- Awarded 10 deserving Hispanic Students with scholarships at the Hispanic Heritage Starlight Gala and ATD Awards.
- Signed Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Jacksonville (COJ) and the Jacksonville Black Chamber of Commerce (JBC).
- Received proclamations for Hispanic Heritage Month from the City of Jacksonville and the St. John's Board of County Commissioners.
- Held and participated in 7 events celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, including these community events: ATD Food Bank, Jumbo Shrimp, "Together at MOSH" and Voces Hispanas.
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Launched the "Business and Culture FCHCC On Air!” podcast, a space to celebrate multiculturalism and diversity.
- Our weekly radio show, "FCHCC Al Aire" provides viewers with more information about our business members, enabling them to grow their customer base.
- Opened our new Office at 4651 Salisbury Road, Suite 400, to better serve our members.
- Partnered with Bank of America to introduce "Hola Emprende", a one-of-its-kind, full-day workshop dedicated to empowering and supporting the Hispanic community.
Many people have worked hard to make 2023 a successful year, and I would like to take the time to thank them:
Our Support Staff:
Sahira Longoria, Chief of Staff
Nelson Estepa, Vice President of Membership and Retention
Maria Isabel Montoya, Director of Marketing
Kim McDougal, Vice President of Interactive Communications
Committee Chairs:
Angela Merritt, Hispanic Heritage Gala Chair
Joshua Stewart, Achieving the Dream Scholarship Judging Committee
Jessica Mendez and Joel Gonzalez, Membership Committee
Beatrice Chandler, La Ruta del Sabor Event Chair
Dr. Rebecca Karimi and Maria Isabel Montoya, Hispanic Voces Event
Ed Perez, Achieving the Dream Scholarship (ATD) Food Drive
Maria Isabel Montoya, "Together at Mosh" Event
A Special Thank You to our Board of Executive
Committee Members:
Monica Hernandez, President
Wilfredo (Willie) Gonzalez, Chairman
Sandra (Sandy) Martin, Vice Chair
Michelle Kaplafka, Secretary
Eric Garcia, Treasurer
Sabrina Marcos Smith, Attorney
And a Thank You to our other Board of Directors and Ambassadors for your continued commitment In 2023.
As we close a successful 2023, it's important for us to thank YOU, our members and community partners for your continued support and trust given to the FCHCC over the years! We look forward to an amazing 2024! So from all of us at FCHCC, we wish you and your family peace, hope and joy this holiday season.
Warmest regards,
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