IHCC Annual Business Conference and Expo

Name: IHCC Annual Business Conference and Expo
Start: 2024-10-03T07:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-10-03T18:00:00-05:00
Location: 840 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, United States

Schedule

Thu Oct 03 2024 at 07:00 am to 06:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

840 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, United States | Chicago, IL

Welcome to the IHCC Annual Business Conference and Expo 2024:
Join us for a conference that promises to be filled with valuable connections, procurement growth opportunities, and exposure to your business.
This IHCC event provides a platform to introduce your business to the Hispanic market. It is the perfect occasion to cultivate enduring relationships with prospective clients, exhibit your service, product or business, and increase your profesional network and sales.
We look foward to having an enriching and productive day at the IHCC Annual Business Conference and Expo with dozens of exhibitors and thousands of attendees. Don't miss out on the opportunity to give your company more visibility within the business market.
Workshops Presented:
💼 Access to Capital
Come and learn about federal, state and local financial opportunities available for you to grow and improve your business. You will hear lenders discuss a wide range of topics such as types of funding available for your business' specific needs, IL Advantage program, grants, the importance of credit, how to prepare before requesting funding, using credit unions as funding alternatives and much more.
💼 How to do Business with the Government
Learn from key decision makers within the local, state, and federal procuring agencies on how government entities identify your product/service. You will also have the opportunity to understand the search engines these agencies utilize to find your business, as well as exploring the free available resources that will help your business be more competitive.
💼 Cómo Empezar un Negocio
Acompáñanos en este panel donde un grupo de expertos te guiarán a facilitar el proceso de cómo iniciar un negocio. Aprende los pasos y trámites legales requeridos. Conoce los recursos a los que puedes acceder, sin costo, para tener mayor posibilidad de éxito. También, conozca las razones más comunes del porqué muchos fallan y a la vez cómo evitarlo para sus negocios.
💼 How to Start a Business
Join us on this panel where a group of experts will guide you to facilitate the process of starting a business. Learn the steps and legal procedures required. Learn about the resources you can access, free of charge, to have a greater chance of success. Also, learn the most common reasons why many fail and how to avoid it for your business.
💼 Women In Transportation Initiative: Transforming the Industry
Join us in this panel of women leaders in the transportation industry where the conversation discusses opportunities for women working in the field, as well as gender imbalance, diversity and equality. Learn how these women got to where they are now, and how they have been trailblazing the space for others to come. Take advantage of this chat that will be a personal and interactive discussion involving a moderator and guests.
💼 How to Do Business with the Tollway
This event is valuable for those aiming to grow their professional service firm, construction firm, or venture into heavy-highway construction. Attendees will gain insights into locating and interpreting Illinois Tollway Roadway Projects' contract documents, explore DBE and WBE participation programs, understand Agreement and Proposals Pages, review relevant specifications, and clarify the order of precedence for specifications.
💼 E-Commerce Entre México y Estados Unidos: Desafios Logisticos con Lemon Básil
Abordar los desafíos logísticos que enfrentan las empresas que realizan comercio electrónico transfronterizo, como los altos costos de envío, los tiempos de entrega prolongados y las complejidades aduaneras. Proponer soluciones para optimizar la cadena de suministro que beneficien a empresas Mexicanas en su proceso de expansión hacia Estados Unidos.
💼 Conozca su Flujo de Efectivo con Chase
En este taller, los participantes descubrirán los principios esenciales del manejo del flujo de efectivo. Aprenderán técnicas efectivas para maximizar los ingresos y minimizar los gastos, asegurando que cada peso trabaje al máximo para sus negocios. Este conocimiento les permitirá tomar decisiones financieras más informadas y estratégicas, potenciando así el crecimiento y la sostenibilidad de sus empresas.
💼 Demystifying the Lending Process with BMO
Whether you need additional cash flow to cover overhead expenses, or you’re looking to expand your product offering, you may need capital to support your business growth. If you’re new to the process, applying for a loan can be overwhelming. We are here to demystify the lending process and help you make real financial progress.
💼 Integrating AI into Your Business: Unlocking the Potential of Artificial Intelligence
Join us for an insightful panel discussion on "Integrating AI into Your Business: Unlocking the Potential of Artificial Intelligence." This panel brings together industry experts, AI innovators, and successful entrepreneurs who have harnessed the power of AI to drive business growth and innovation.
💼 Digitize Your Business With Verizon
Unlock the full potential of your business by joining our "Digitize Your Business with Verizon" workshop where we will share a run-through of our Digital Ready platform that offers various learning tools. This interactive session is designed for entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to embrace digital transformation and leverage cutting-edge technology to enhance their operations, customer engagement, and overall growth.
💼 Meet An Advisor
Join us for the Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's "Meet an Advisor" walk-in workshop, an invaluable opportunity to connect with our experienced bilingual business advisors. This workshop is designed to provide personalized guidance and support to aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start a new business, current business owners seeking to grow or improve their operations and Individuals interested in accessing resources and knowledge to support their business journey.
Other Presenters:
TikTok for Business
Telemundo/NBC
EX-3 Lab