History

The Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1984 by a group of dedicated leaders as they realized the enormous potential of the US Hispanic business community and the need for a local organization to represent their interests and fulfill their needs through the public and private sector. This small group held the Chamber together during its infancy and laid the foundation for subsequent leaders of the Hispanic community to carry on the endeavor of bringing the issues and concerns of the growing numbers of Hispanic entrepreneurs to the forefront of Georgia's economic agenda.

The Chamber was formally incorporated in March of 1991, as a nonprofit organization, and received the Internal Revenue designation under section 501(c)(6) in 1993. Afterward, the GHCC was legally recognized as the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

In order to expand its involvement with the community and to respond to the needs for academic training and technical assistance of the rising number of Hispanics, the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce established its charitable foundation in 1993, under a separate charter with an Internal Revenue designation of 501(c)(3). Afterward, the Foundation was legally recognized as the Georgia Hispanic Chamber Foundation, Inc. The Foundation provides educational services, internships and scholarships to Hispanics to enhance and or pursue higher education. Programs like these equip Hispanics with the skills necessary to obtain greater opportunities and to enhance their chances for success.

The Chamber's growth has mirrored the growth of the Hispanic entrepreneur in the state of Georgia. Throughout the years, as Hispanic businesses have grown and diversified, so have the programs of the Hispanic Chamber. Through its network of business organizations, the GHCC has been able to effectively communicate to Corporate America, the needs and potential of Hispanic enterprises.

Through our commitment, experience, and expertise Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has established a business relationship with our customers that will last a lifetime!

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