The event will celebrate and highlight the Hispanic-owned business communities' positive impact, as well as their contributions to the local economy. The La Mega Hispanic Business Awards is similar to the Small Business Administration National Small Business Week Awards, but with a sharp focus on Hispanic achievement.
There are three ways that you can be part of this event:
Attend the Gala, Become a Sponsor, or share the event with others.
Kenny McDonald serves as the third president and CEO of the Columbus Partnership, a civic organization of Columbus’ top business leaders. The Partnership was founded in 2002 to improve the economic and cultural base of Central Ohio. McDonald is responsible for leading strategies focused on diversity and equity, growth and development, and business and civic innovation, in order for the Columbus Region to achieve its vision to become the most prosperous metropolitan area in the United States.
At this event you will be able to expand your network and connect with government, public and private companies as well as Hispanic owned businesses interested in connecting and doing businesses with each other.
There are more than 16,000 Hispanic-owned businesses in Ohio, according to the most recent Survey of Business Owners conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau. Based on the 2020 State of Latino Entrepreneurship report conducted by the Stanford Graduate school of Business, Latino owned businesses are the fastest growing segment of the U.S. small business ecosystem, the number of Hispanic-owned businesses has grown 34% over the last 10 years compared to just 1% for all other small businesses.
You will get to experience and be connected with Hispanic Owned businesses that are making the difference in the state of Ohio, as well as many other organizations which are providing resources targeted to the Hispanic community.
Sponsor Benefits:
• Promote your products and services to the Hispanic small business community
• Connect with local Hispanic businesses
• Support Hispanic businesses through advocacy
• Support local Hispanic-owned business growth
For more information, please contact Karla Boldery today!
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