activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 4
- Host High-Profile Speakers and Events Industry Conference & Networking EventsHosts significant events featuring prominent leaders, such as an annual event with Hispanic leaders and the Governor’s State Report with Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs, to engage the community and provide valuable programming.
- Host Networking and Social Events Business Networking & Community EventsHosts various networking and social events, such as mixers, to facilitate connections, intention-setting, and community building among members and the broader community.
- Organize Awards Programs and Galas Professional and Organizational Achievement AwardsOrganizes awards programs like "40 Under 40" to recognize individuals for innovation, leadership, and generosity, and hosts galas such as the "Legacy & Light Gala" to celebrate visionaries and leaders in Southern Arizona.
- Publish "The Sonoran Journal" Local News & Investigative ReportingPublishes "The Sonoran Journal," the official magazine of the Southern Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, which highlights stories about people, businesses, and cultural aspects of the region.
advocacy · 1
- Amplify Social Justice and Racial Equity Work Youth of Color Power-Building InitiativesProvides a platform to amplify social justice and racial equity work, specifically focusing on Latino youth and families in the U.S.-Mexico border region.
research · 1
- Conduct Workforce Climate Assessments Economic Impact Research and Sector DevelopmentConducts a Workforce Climate Assessment in collaboration with the University of Arizona to understand and address workforce needs and trends.
capacity building · 1
- Operate an Ambassador Program Member Engagement & Ambassador ProgramsOperates an Ambassador Program focused on developing community leadership and fostering engagement among its members.
strategies · 5
how they think
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- Fostering community and network building for economic and professional growth network_buildingThe organization believes that by bringing together diverse voices and creating supportive communities, it can empower businesses, uplift communities, and facilitate strategic connections and referrals, leading to collective action and growth.
- Inspiring leadership through role models and data-driven improvement leadership_inspiration_through_role_modelsThe organization inspires and engages the business community by featuring nationally recognized Hispanic leaders and uses workforce climate data to help organizations improve their benefits, workplace environment, and company culture.
- Leveraging cross-sector collaboration for community-driven solutions cross_sector_collaborationThe organization creates collaborative spaces and utilizes a cross-sector collaboration model to foster innovation, address community needs, and support businesses by leveraging diverse expertise and resources.
- Promoting inclusive economic development rooted in cultural heritage inclusive_economic_developmentThe organization champions inclusive economic growth and equitable opportunities by honoring and leveraging the vibrant cultures and rich heritage of Southern Arizona, fostering connections and collaboration to create a resilient future where culture, commerce, and community thrive together.
- Providing member-driven support through exclusive advertising programs member_driven_supportThe organization works with media partners to create exclusive advertising programs for its members, aiming to reduce advertising rates for small businesses and provide direct support.
named programs · 10
what they call their work
40 Under 40 Awards
An awards program honoring emerging leaders in various industries who contribute to making Southern Arizona a better place.
Ambassador Program
A program that inspires leadership and celebrates Hispanic/Indigenous heritage by fostering community connections to drive economic growth and vibrancy in Southern Arizona.
Educational Support
Provided by the Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation to empower teachers and schools to create innovative learning environments.
Hispanic Market Outlook
An event or publication related to the Hispanic market.
Juntos Publicidad
Advertising partnerships to provide value to small business members.
Legacy & Light Gala
An annual gala celebrating visionaries and leaders who have shaped and continue to influence Southern Arizona.
Micro-grants
Provided by the Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation to enable local entrepreneurs to build sustainable businesses.
Mixers
Networking events for members and non-members to connect and set intentions for the new year.
The Sonoran Journal
The official magazine of the Chamber, showcasing stories, businesses, and cultural treasures of Southern Arizona, highlighting regional progress, economic development, and community milestones.
Workforce Climate Assessment
A collaboration with the University of Arizona to assess the workforce climate and provide data for organizations to improve benefits, environment, and company culture.
relationships · 27
who they work with
- Amistades, Inc. Partner — Provides a platform to amplify Amistades' social justice and racial equity work with Latino youth and families.
- Ana Ramirez Gonzalez Partner — Featured as a keynote speaker in 2024; Pixar illustrator.
- AzCyber Initiative Partner — Manuel 'Manny' Felix is Founder CEO of AzCyber Initiative.
- Azuli Language Solutions Partner — Supported Azuli Language Solutions as a young entrepreneur, providing resources, connections, and community.
- Bustos Media Partner — Patty Ruiz, Vice Chair, is General Manager at Bustos Media.
- Casino Del Sol Partner — Lesah Sesma is General Manager at Casino Del Sol.
- Cheech Marin Partner — Featured as a keynote speaker in 2023; actor, writer, director, comedian, and Chicano art collector.
- Consulado de Guatemala en Tucson Partner — Consul Allan Daniel Pérez is from the Consulado de Guatemala en Tucson.
- Consulado de Mexico in Tucson Partner — Consul Fernando Sanchez is from the Consulado de Mexico in Tucson.
- Ginger Kerrick Partner — Featured as a keynote speaker in 2025; first Latina director of NASA Mission Control.
- Hermosa Project Partner — Troy Kimball is with Lead Communities, Hermosa Project.
- Julian Castro Partner — Featured as a past keynote speaker at the organization's event.
- Katie Hobbs Partner — Partnered with the Governor of Arizona to deliver a state report.
- Mosaic Quarter Partner — Lindsay Welch, Board Chair, is Managing Director of Business Development & Corporate Relations at Mosaic Quarter.
- OppsSpot, LLC Partner — Sonia Vohnout, Secretary, is President & CEO of OppsSpot, LLC.
- Pima Community College Partner — Edgar Soto is Campus Vice President at Pima Community College, Desert Vista Campus.
- Richard Montanez Partner — Featured as a keynote speaker in 2022; inventor of Flamin' Hot Cheetos.
- Southwest Gas Partner — Michael Gomez is Senior Energy Projects Advisor in Emerging Technology and Innovation at Southwest Gas.
- Southwest Gas Partner — Serves as a vital partner, collaborator, advocate, and ambassador for Southwest Gas in the region.
- Sunnyside Unified School District Partner — Chief Monica Prieto, a graduate of the Sunnyside Unified School District, is featured at a Chamber event.
- TMC Health Partner — Julia Strange, Treasurer, is Vice President of Community Benefit at TMC Health.
- Tucson Police Department Partner — Chief Monica Prieto, who leads the Tucson Police Department, is featured at a Chamber event.
- Union Hospitality Group Partner — Grant Krueger is Owner of Union Hospitality Group.
- University of Arizona Partner — Collaborates on the Workforce Climate Assessment
- University of Arizona's Eller College of Management Partner — Chief Monica Prieto, a graduate of the University of Arizona's Eller College of Management, is featured at a Chamber event.
- Vantage West Credit Union Partner — Sandra Sagehorn-Elliott is President and CEO of Vantage West Credit Union.
- Whiskey Del Bac Partner — Host venue for a chamber mixer event.