Brochure-GWHCC-FINAL

@GWHCC

910 17th Street NW, Suite 1150Washington DC, 20006

www.gwhcc.org

Get the most out of your

membership and grow your

business faster by attending

events, getting involved

and/or joining a Chamber

committee or group.

Call us at: (202) 728-0352

or visit us at www.gwhcc.org.

Networking & Connections

Visibility & Access

Business Education & Training

Advocacy & Economic Development

MOVINGHISPANICBUSINESSESFORWARDSINCE 1976

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2011 – 2013:72 Percent Growth Rate

Member Satisfaction RateGWHCC Survey 2012

“At the beginning the Chamber provided

me with technical assistance and

networking opportunities that helped us

pitch to some of our first corporate

clients. As my company evolves, I look

at the Chamber as a strategic partner

that can help me find human capital,

local suppliers, and as a true advocate

of the Hispanic business community in

the Mid-Atlantic region.”

– Andres Echeverri, ACSI Translations

“To do business in Washington, DC it’s

about connections and relationships.

The Chamber has exponentially

increased our connections and

relationships! Its leadership works

vigorously to support its members and

hold high the value that Hispanic

businesses have in the community. I’m

very proud to be part of this

organization!”

– Alfredo Casta, Cascade

Technologies

"The Chamber not only is a great

platform to increase our sales, but a

great resource of knowledge and

solutions."

– Miguel Plaza, Fresco Cleaning

Hispanic small businesses are a key source of economic growth in the Washington Metropolitan area. At the GWHCC we strive every day to be the voice of Hispanic businesses by providing assistance to small businesses, workshops and networking receptions for businesses to expand their visibility within the community.

I invite you to take a look at what the Chamber has to o�er to you and your business and we hope you can join us to continue to strengthen our business community.

Sincerely, Angela Franco

DEARFRIENDS,

Serves Washington DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia

Reaching small, mid and large businesses across all industries (public and private sector)

WHAT OURMEMBERS SAY

"For over a decade,

GWHCC has proven its

incredible value to me

as a source of B2B

connections and also

clients. The Chamber

has also been an

indefatigable advocate

for Hispanic, minority

and women-owned

businesses and that's

something that not only

helps me, but it also

benefits our

communities and the

entire Washington

Metropolitan Region."

– Ana R. Harvey,

HarveyFoster Impact

Capital Group

86%

72%

Named Hispanic Chamber of the Year (mid-size) by the US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Ranked the top Hispanic chamber of commerce in the region by the Washington Business Journal's Book of Lists

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Your membership unlocks opportunities and helps you:

Make face-to-face connections with power players from partner organizations, associations, corporations, and government agencies

Get exclusive access to hundreds of leads, member-only programs, procurement opportunities and ongoing training

Qualify for great discounts and complimentary tickets for events organized or sponsored by GWHCC

Increase visibility among the thriving Hispanic community by leveraging our communication channels

Enhance your skills and knowledge with one-on-one business consulting tailored to your needs

Make connections with buyers and sellers through business matchmaking sessions

Get support on business referrals to encourage members to do business with other members

Save with other member perks from our partnerships


Best way to accelerate your business is through face-to-face connections. We create an open and friendly environment where relationships are built and business comes naturally. Find new leads among regional businesses, corporations, nonprofits, local and federal government representatives, elected o�cials, other chambers and associations. Get plugged in by attending regular networking events such as:

Bi-Monthly New Member Orientations

Business Matchmaking Sessions

8(a) Networking Reception

Industry Mixers (Construction, IT, etc.)

GROWVisibility & Access

Partner with the Chamber through sponsorship opportunities on events throughout the year and various online communication channels. We also host five annual signature events that you can sponsor, participate in and leverage. When you sponsor a Chamber signature event, you help your business gain the ultimate exposure by showcasing your business to national and local companies.

Business Expo

Annual Gala

Hispanic Heritage Celebration

Embassy Celebration Dinner Series

Holiday Reception


Business Education & Training Our business education and training is designed for small business needs and hosted by industry experts, to help you with:

Taxes

Marketing

Business plan writing

Small and minority business certifications

Contracting and procurement opportunities at local and federal government

Access to capital


We are the voice for your business and advocate on your behalf to support legislation that promotes a healthy economic climate where your business can thrive.

We promote Hispanic and other

minority-owned businesses and

work with those looking to reach the

thriving Hispanic market. Whether

you’re a start-up or an established

company looking to expand, we

champion you and your business.

As the premier Hispanic Chamber,

we provide quality opportunities to

grow your business and build strong

connections. Join us and discover

how we can work for you!

Annual Business Expo every Spring with more than

1,800 attendees

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Your membership unlocks opportunities and helps you:

Make face-to-face connections with power players from partner organizations, associations, corporations, and government agencies

Get exclusive access to hundreds of leads, member-only programs, procurement opportunities and ongoing training

Qualify for great discounts and complimentary tickets for events organized or sponsored by GWHCC

Increase visibility among the thriving Hispanic community by leveraging our communication channels

Enhance your skills and knowledge with one-on-one business consulting tailored to your needs

Make connections with buyers and sellers through business matchmaking sessions

Get support on business referrals to encourage members to do business with other members

Save with other member perks from our partnerships


Best way to accelerate your business is through face-to-face connections. We create an open and friendly environment where relationships are built and business comes naturally. Find new leads among regional businesses, corporations, nonprofits, local and federal government representatives, elected o�cials, other chambers and associations. Get plugged in by attending regular networking events such as:

Bi-Monthly New Member Orientations


8(a) Networking Reception

Industry Mixers (Construction, IT, etc.)

Visibility & Access

Partner with the Chamber through sponsorship opportunities on events throughout the year and various online communication channels. We also host five annual signature events that you can sponsor, participate in and leverage. When you sponsor a Chamber signature event, you help your business gain the ultimate exposure by showcasing your business to national and local companies.

Business Expo

Annual Gala

Hispanic Heritage Celebration

Embassy Celebration Dinner Series

Holiday Reception


Business Education & Training Our business education and training is designed for small business needs and hosted by industry experts, to help you with:

Taxes

Marketing

Business plan writing

Small and minority business certifications

Contracting and procurement opportunities at local and federal government

Access to capital


We are the voice for your business and advocate on your behalf to support legislation that promotes a healthy economic climate where your business can thrive.

DC Health Link Partners with GWHCC

The on-line marketplace partnered with the GWHCC in 2013 to inform small businesses in the District of Columbia about the best health insurance options and their benefits such as tax credits, brokers and more than 260 plans. For more information contact Mercedes Tobar at [email protected] or (202) 728 - 0352.

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SELECT ONE: New Member Membership Renewal

SELECT ONE: Individual Business

Business/Organization Name:

Type of Business:

Contact Person:

Title/Occupation:

Address:

City: State: Zip:

Phone: Cell: Fax:

Email:

Website:

Twitter Handle: Facebook: LinkedIn:

The following dues are for one year of membership and vary depending on the size and type of your business or organization. Please indicate your membership dues below by checking ONE box:

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

FOR-PROFIT BUSINESSES: 1 to 5 employees $250

6 to 10 employees $350



101 to 200 employees $1,000

201 to 400 employees $2,500

401 + employees $3,500

NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONSAND TRADE ASSOCIATIONS: Budget up to $1.5 million $250

$1.5 to $3.5 million $500

$3.5 to $5 million $1,000

$5 to $10 million $1,250

Over $10 million $1,500

BILLING

Bill me:

Annually

Quarterly (only with autopay)

Monthly (only with autopay)

I hereby authorize that GWHCC charges mycredit card to renew my membership automatically.

Please select one: Check MasterCard Visa AmEx

Credit Card #: Expiration Date:

CVV: Signature:

PAYMENT INFO

Please make all checks payable to: GWHCC

Individual $250

Up to 2 Company Representatives












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Please indicate ALL of your business’ areas of interest:

Business / Technical assistance Legal assistance for businesses Minority business certification(s)

Construction-related opportunities Networking opportunities Real estate / Retail space

Financing options Outreach to the Hispanic community Subcontracting opportunities

Government contracting Marketing opportunities Tourism

Import / Export assistance Other (please specify):

How did you hear about us?

Friend or family Chamber website Radio Television Newspaper

BizLaunch SBA GWHCC Member Other (Please specify):

Secondary Contact:

Full Name: Telephone:

Email:

Signature Date

AREAS OF INTEREST

BUSINESS INFORMATION

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Business Start Date: Number of Employees:

Where is your business registered? County or City: State:

Legal structure of your business (Check one):

None / Undecided Sole Proprietorship Partnership Limited Partnership

LLC or LLP Corporation Other (specify):

Does your business have any business certifications? Check all that apply:

SBA 8(a) (fed gov’t) LSDBE (Washington, DC) SWaM (Virginia) MBE/DBE (Maryland)

NMSDC (national) CBE (Washington, DC) Other (please specify):

Business ownership (Check all that apply):

Woman-owned Veteran-owned Minority-owned (specify):

OTHER

910 17th Street NW, Suite 1150Washington DC, 20006

(202) 728-0352www.gwhcc.org

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