Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber

Fundamentos de QuickBooks Online para Pequeñas Empresas: Optimice la Gestión Financiera de su Negocio
2024-10-29 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
¿Está interesado en aprender las habilidades esenciales de QuickBooks para su pequeña empresa? Únase a nuestro taller de dos partes, “Fundamentos de QuickBooks Online para Pequeñas Empresas: Optimice la Gestión Financiera de su Negocio”.
-Navegar QuickBooks Online para una Gestión Empresarial Eficiente:
Los propietarios de pequeñas empresas aprenderán a navegar con confianza por el panel de control y la barra de navegación izquierda de QuickBooks Online, adaptando la herramienta a las necesidades específicas de su industria.
-Dominar la Gestión de Ventas, Gastos y Transacciones: Los participantes explorarán cómo registrar, personalizar y rastrear transacciones clave de ventas y gastos, aprovechando QuickBooks Online para optimizar sus operaciones diarias en diversas industrias.
-Utilizar Herramientas de Reportes para Mejores Decisiones Financieras: Los propietarios de negocios adquirirán habilidades para generar, personalizar e interpretar informes en QuickBooks Online, ayudándoles a tomar decisiones financieras informadas adaptadas a su industria.
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Jefas y Café
2024-11-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Matta Café Bar, 1425 NW Flanders St, Portland, OR, 97209, United States
Are you ready for another Jefas y Café?
Join us on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Matta Café Bar in Portland for an afternoon of inspiration, connection, and growth, sponsored by Multnomah County. This event will focus on nurturing health and wealth with insights from our dynamic panelists:

Angelica Espinosa, Senior Vice President and Chief Legal & Compliance Officer at Portland General Electric

Alondra Canizal Hsu, Founder & CEO of Soluna Career Consulting

Vanessa Salomon, Owner of Xocotl

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, network, and empower yourself!
One ticket per purchase and space is limited. Secure your spot now!
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CÓMO EMPEZAR SU NEGOCIO – VIRTUAL
2024-11-11 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-09 18:00 - 19:00 | WA
Tema: Pasos para formalizar el negocio; estructuras legales; marketing; precios; finanzas. No solo hablaremos de los pasos para registrar un negocio y del proceso para obtener las licencias necesarias. Compartiremos lecciones de como mejor administrar un negocio pequeño que ustedes pueden adaptar y utilizar para fortalecer su propio negocio.
Hora: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Donde: Virtual – Zoom
Cost0: Sin Costo
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Xenium HR - Leadership & Economic Summit 11/14 8-10:30 am
2024-11-14 08:00 - 10:30 | Sentinel, 614 SW 11th Avenue, Portland, O, 97205, United States
Business owners and senior leaders need to stay a step ahead in a world of shifting economies, rising costs, and rapidly evolving technology. That’s why you won’t want to miss the 13th Annual Leadership & Economic Summit—your key to navigating the post-election landscape and thriving in 2025 and beyond.
🎙 Featured Economist:
John Mitchell will share his expert insights on local and national economic trends that will shape the business climate.
👥 Exclusive Executive Interviews:
We’re bringing you three in-depth conversations with top executive leaders on how they’re leading through challenges in AI, hybrid workforces, and rising operational costs.

Manuel Castaneda, CEO, PLiSystems
Kymberly Horner, Executive Director, PCRI
Joe Prewett, CEO, Oregon Fruit Company

💡 What You’ll Learn:

How AI and automation are transforming the workplace and impacting jobs
Strategies to engage and retain talent in a hybrid work environment
Managing rising costs without sacrificing growth

🤝 Network with Top Local Business Leaders
Rub shoulders with executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders from across the Portland metro.
🍳 Plus, enjoy a hearty breakfast with many delicious protein options to kickstart your day! 🥓
🎟 Reserve Your Spot – It’s Free!
Be ready to look around the corner and face the future with confidence.
Click on this link to register! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-leadership-economic-summit-tickets-1008535886987?aff=Xenium&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_DRcdqFGi0qRDS4BWMQOcEQ6GqRLzXLTaEgdmR5TiYZB3GF-2uqJNlO5_HdjfvUeLlQdaaeRf7bxQr2YwBG4xnbH05bHMHJHZXdIRxVLuEoFcJnt0&_hsmi=328765772&utm_content=328765772&utm_source=hs_email

Network Equity Learning & Capacity Development Training
2024-11-18 08:00 - 2024-11-22 14:00 | WA
SPANISH Speaking – Feeding America National Organization presents the Network Equity Learning & Capacity Development Training nn November 18th – 22nd
https://secure.oregonfoodbank.org/a/2024-la-organizacin-nacional-de-feeding-america-presenta-la-capacitacin-en-aprendizaje-sobre-equ
For any questions around this 35-hour Spanish Training, please reach out to ERJET Senior Coordinator (Regional), Sindy Avila at savila@oregonfoodbank.org

2024 Path to Scholarships® Workshop
2024-11-23 09:00 - 12:00 | WA
Free College & Scholarship Workshop
Attention: Oregon and SW Washington students! Are you ready to kickstart your college and scholarship applications? Join us for the Path to Scholarships® Workshop on November 23rd!
At this workshop, you’ll:
-Get your own Path to Scholarships® guidebook
-Start building a personal portfolio for college & scholarship applications
-Get tips on writing a winning scholarship essay
We’re excited to have Gerardo Ochoa, Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Success at Linfield University, leading the session.
Space is limited to 100 students, and it’s completely FREE—so don’t wait!
REGISTER HERE
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to get ahead with your college plans!

Emprender Juntos: Celebracion de Fin de Año 2024
2024-12-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Kolectivo, 959 SE Division St, Portland, OR, 97214, United States
La Cámara Metropolitana Hispana tiene el honor de invitar a los propietarios de pequeños negocios a la celebración de fin de año. Estaremos conmemorando nuestro último taller Emprender Juntos.
Acompáñenos a celebrar, nuestra increíble comunidad, en nuestra segunda Celebración de Fin de Año de Emprender Juntos, presentada con orgullo por KeyBank.
FECHA Y HORA: Martes, 17 de diciembre de 2024, de 5:30 PM a 7:30 PM UBICACIÓN: Kolectivo 959 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97214 Asegure su lugar hoy!
Entradas Agotadas.

Community Economic Coalition (CEC) Winter Mixer
2025-01-09 17:00 - 20:00 | WA
Join us for the Community Economic Coalition (CEC) Winter Mixer, a vibrant evening of connection, collaboration, and advocacy. Taking place on January 9th, 2025, at the iconic World Forestry Center, this event is a powerful gathering of Oregon’s leading chambers of color: – Black American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon – Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber – Northwest Native Chamber – Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon Together, these organizations form the CEC, a unified coalition championing equitable economic growth, community empowerment, and opportunities for underrepresented entrepreneurs and businesses in our region. Whether you’re a business owner, policy advocate, or community member, your presence supports our mission to create lasting, systemic change. Let’s connect, collaborate, and commit to building a future where every community thrives.
Reserve your spot today!
RSVP HERE

CÓMO EMPEZAR SU NEGOCIO
2025-01-13 18:00 - 19:00 | WA

Cafecito & Chisme with Author of Jefa in Training, Ashley K. Stoyanov Ojeda
2025-01-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Barnes & Noble, 1317 Lloyd Center, Portland, O, 97232, United States
Get ready, Portland Jefas! 🎉 Join us for a vibrant and nontraditional book signing experience at Barnes & Noble on January 19th. This isn’t just any book signing—it’s an intimate Cafecito and Chisme session led by Ashley K. Stoyanov Ojeda, author of Jefa in Training.
Dive into candid conversations about the ups and downs of being a mujer entrepreneur, discover how Jefa in Training can be a game-changer for your business journey, and connect with other ambitious, diverse leaders in Portland! Ashley will also share a special reading from the book, answer your burning questions about business, authorship, and creative growth, and of course, sign the brand-new edition of Jefa in Training available for purchase. ☕✨
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, dreaming of your next big idea, or simply looking to connect with a powerhouse community, this event is for you. Don’t miss out—let’s empower, inspire, and chisme together.
See you there!

Fortaleciendo el Futuro: Derechos, Finanzas y Seguridad
2025-01-25 11:00 - 13:00 | River City Chruch, 2400 E Fourth Plain Blvd, Vancouver, 98661, United States
Taller Gratuito: Fortaleciendo el Futuro
Acompáñenos el sábado 25 de enero a las 11:00 a.m. PST para obtener recursos valiosos, escuchar presentaciones de expertos y resolver sus dudas para proteger a su familia, su negocio y su futuro. Participe virtualmente a través de Zoom o únase en vivo por la página de Facebook de la Cámara Metropolitana Hispana.
Programa:
• 11:00 a.m.: Abogada Zaida Rivera, presidenta de la Asociación de Abogados Latinos de WA, comparte actualizaciones sobre derechos y protecciones.
• 12:00 p.m.: Mary Vázquez y Alyssia Partida (Point West) presentan herramientas financieras para proteger su futuro.
• Para Llevar: ¡Volantes y recursos de socios comunitarios!
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Emprender Juntos: Cómo preparar sus impuestos de manera efectiva y maximizar sus reembolsos
2025-01-30 18:00 - 19:30 | WA
La temporada de impuestos está aquí! Participe en el taller: ” Cómo preparar sus impuestos de manera efectiva y maximizar sus reembolsos”. No deje que los impuestos le angustien, aprenda el conocimiento básico para manejar sus obligaciones tributarias de manera efectiva. En nuestro taller usted obtendrá consejos prácticos y claridad sobre los aspectos fiscales más importantes para pequeños negocios.
Temas:
• Conceptos básicos: quién debe declarar Impuestos
• Beneficios al presentar impuestos y consejos prácticos
• Impuestos para pequeñas empresas
• Deducciones y créditos fiscales para pequeñas empresas
• Condiciones y cómo presentar sus impuestos con MFS Cash Oregon

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Employer Rights and Responsibilities Training Webinar
2025-02-06 08:30 - 09:30 | WA
Thursday, February 6, 2025, at 11:30 AM ET | 10:30 AM CT | 9:30 AM MT | 8:30 AM PT, the American Business Immigration Coalition, along with the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Nashville Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Colorado Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber and the Hispanic Construction Council, will co-convene the Employer Rights and Responsibilities Training webinar.
Why This Matters
With increased enforcement actions on the horizon, this webinar will provide legal guidance and best practices to help businesses ensure compliance with existing regulations while protecting their operations and employees.
What to Expect

State of Play– Key updates on immigration enforcement and compliance
Practical Guidance– How evolving policies impact business operations
Best Practices– Steps employers can take to comply with the law and support their foreign-born employees
Advocacy Opportunities– How businesses can engage in efforts to expand legal workforce pathways
Learn About Comité de Cien– A network of Latino/Mexican business and community leaders dedicated to advancing economic development and workforce solutions

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CÓMO EMPEZAR SU NEGOCIO
2025-02-10 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-10 18:00 - 19:00 | WA
En este taller, compartiremos información sobre cómo se pueden preparar antes de registrar o abrir su negocio. Exploraremos los pasos fundamentales para formalizar su negocio, incluyendo determinar cuáles son las diferentes estructuras de un negocio y cuáles son sus diferencias, los pasos para empezar su negocio y las secciones de un plan de negocio.
Hora: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Donde: Virtual – Zoom
Cost0: Sin Costo
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Jefas y Café
2025-02-26 16:00 - 18:00 | La Casita Art Gallery and Cultural Center, 205 E 16th St, Vancouver, WA, 98663, United States
Jefas, you made our Jefas y Café series an incredible success in 2024—so we’re bringing it back for 2025!
Let’s kick off the new year together with our first event in Vancouver, WA—for an afternoon expected to be filled with inspiration, strategy, and empowerment as we kick off the year with our Vision to Action Boarding Session led by Miryam Valdivia Romero, Principal & Lead Coach at Valdrom Coaching & Consulting! In this immersive session, Miryam will lead us to go beyond the traditional vison board, using NLP techniques to integrate value alignment, strategic planning, and embodiment practices. Experience how language and imagery can reshape your internal map, unlocking new possibilities and setting the foundation for real, lasting change.
📅 When: Wednesday, February 26, 2025
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Where: La Casita Art Gallery and Cultural Center
205 E 16th St, Vancouver, WA 98663
Seize this chance to align your goals, rewire your mindset, and turn your vision into action! Spots are limited, so grab your ticket now!
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Emprender Juntos: Introducción a Contratos Gubernamentales
2025-02-27 18:00 - 19:30 | WA
Únase a nuestro taller y aprenda los pasos clave para iniciarse en el mundo de los contratos gubernamentales. Descubra los requisitos, recursos y mejores prácticas para competir y obtener contratos.
¡No pierda esta oportunidad de llevar su negocio al siguiente nivel!
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Grand Opening: Alianza Hispana
2025-03-03 17:00 - 18:00 | Alianza Hispana, 1584 NE 8th St, Suite 204, Gresham, OR, 97030, United States
We are excited to announce the grand opening of Alianza Hispana, a business led by a dedicated Hispanic woman who is committed to uplifting the community, especially during these challenging times when immigration services are essential.
Alianza Hispana offers a range of services, including:
• Immigration Consulting Support
• Life and Health Insurance
• Financial Assistance and Credit Repair
• Registered Agent Services
📍 Location: 1584 NE 8th St,Suite 204. Burnside Plaza Gresham, Oregon 97030
🕔 Date & Time: March 3rd at 5:00 p.m.

Small Business Resource Fair
2025-03-04 15:30 - 18:30 | Portland Community College SE Campus, Mt. Tabor Building, Great Hall 2305 SE 82nd. Ave., Portland, O, 97216, United States
PCC is partnering with APANO to host a small business resource fair at PCC SE Campus on March 4th from 3:30-6:30pm.

Open House: Esperanza Daycare
2025-03-06 15:00 - 16:00 | WA
We’re happy to announce that Esperanza Daycare is officially open and now enrolling!
This bilingual Spanish and English daycare, located in Vancouver, Washington, is dedicated to fostering children’s growth and well-being in a nurturing, home-like environment.
You’re invited to a special Open House event, hosted by owner Brenda Rocha!
📅 Thursday, March 6, 2025
🕒 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Come meet the owner, learn about our programs, and discover what makes this daycare a wonderful place for children to grow and thrive!
To receive an official invitation with the event location, please email at esperanzadaycarellc@gmail.com.

Secure Your Aid: FAFSA & ORSAA Help Night
2025-03-11 18:00 - 19:00 | WA
Are you a student who hasn’t filled out their financial add application? You’re in luck! We are offering a one-time workshop to help you secure your aid! Join us for our virtual Secure Your Aid: FAFSA & ORSAA Help Night Workshop on March 11th from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM, where we’ll walk you through the application process and go over commonly asked questions.

Xenium HR - Workplace Trends & Compliance – Employee Use of AI
2025-03-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Webinar/Virtual
Join us for an insightful webinar designed for organizational leaders and HR professionals, exploring workplace trends in AI adoption and the critical compliance and ethical considerations for employers. Our expert panel, including Xenium’s VP of Marketing & Product, Head of Learning & Development, and Employment Attorney, will discuss:
• How AI is transforming the workplace and its role in improving employee productivity
• Strategies for incorporating AI tools and training into your total rewards offerings
• Key legal and ethical considerations when allowing employees to use AI at work
• Best practices and guidelines for responsible AI use in the workplace
Ensure your organization stays ahead of the curve with practical insights and actionable strategies. Don’t miss this opportunity to navigate AI’s evolving role in the workplace.
Register Here: Webinar Registration – Zoom

Encuentros y Cafecitos
2025-03-14 18:00 - 19:30 | La Arepa, 5716 SE 92nd Ave, Portland, O, 97266, United States
En Venezuela’s Voice in Oregon, seguimos creando espacios para fortalecer nuestra comunidad. Te invitamos a nuestros Encuentros y Cafecitos, una serie de eventos presenciales completamente en español, diseñados para compartir conocimientos, conectar con otros y fortalecer nuestras finanzas personales y de negocios.
Eventos en español y gratuitos (donación opcional $5-$30).
� Ven a aprender y compartir en un ambiente cercano y amigable. ¡Te esperamos!

Grand Opening: El Viejón PDX
2025-03-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Gigantic Brewing, 5224 SE 26th Ave, Portland, O, 97202, United States
Join us in celebrating the grand opening of El Viejón PDX, a brand-new Mexican restaurant bringing authentic flavors to Oregon! 🎊
📍 Location: Gigantic Brewing
5224 SE 26th Ave, Portland, OR
📅 Date: Saturday, March 15th
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
Come enjoy delicious mariscos, tacos, and more while supporting a local entrepreneur! Let’s show up and celebrate this exciting new business in our community.
See you there!

Cordillera: Range of the Americas
2025-03-16 15:00 - 16:30 | Rose City Park United Methodist Church, 5830 Northeast Alameda Street, Portland, O, 97213, United States
Northwest Vocal Arts is thrilled to present our Spring concert Cordillera: Range of the Americas, which will feature the NWVA professional chamber choir and the NWVA youth choir performing works in Spanish, Latin and Quechua and celebrating the incredible variety of sounds and rhythms from the Caribbean and South America.
The centerpiece of the concert will be Misa Criolla by Ariel Ramirez. This ground-breaking work, beloved by audiences worldwide, is “widely regarded as a stunning artistic achievement,” according to the Washington Post. An ensemble of folk instruments will accompany the piece.
Other highlights include El Guayaboso (The Liar) by Guido Lopez Gavilan, which is based on the guaguancó (a subgenre of Cuban rumba), and Kasar mie la gaji (The Earth is Tired) by Alberto Grau, who is one of the leading musical personalities in contemporary Venezuelan music. The concert will also feature Hanacpachap cussicuinin by Juan Perez de Bocanegra. Published in 1631 in the Quechua language, it is the earliest work of vocal polyphony printed in the western hemisphere.
Cordillera: Range of the Americas Tickets, Sun, Mar 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM | Eventbrite

WSU Vancouver Business Career and Internship Fair
2025-03-18 13:00 - 16:00 | Washington State University-Vancouver, 14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave, Vancouver, O, 98686, United States
Employers—
The WSU Vancouver Business Career and Internship Fair is a great opportunity to connect with WSU Vancouver business majors, from all class standings.
Our campus offers the following majors:

Accounting
Entrepreneurship
Finance
Hospitality Business Management
Human Resources
Management
Management Information Systems (i.e. business analytics, data analytics, information technology)
Marketing
And a Professional Sales Certificate

The registration cost is $225/for-profit organization and $175/nonprofit organization. Your registration fee provides access for two representatives from your organization, two parking permits, a 6-foot table and refreshments. Registration opens Jan. 6 and closes Feb. 28.
For more information, email the Carson College of Business at van.cb@wsu.edu.

Location:
Firstenburg Student Commons

Finanzas al Alcance: La Importancia de un Presupuesto
2025-03-19 18:00 - 19:00 | WA
iQ Credit Union Presenta: Finanzas al Alcance: La Importancia de un Presupuesto
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Tu dinero debería trabajar para ti, no al revés. Un buen presupuesto no solo te ayuda a organizar tus gastos, sino que también te acerca a tus metas financieras y te da tranquilidad. En este taller virtual gratuito, aprenderás cómo hacer un presupuesto efectivo, manejar mejor tu dinero y evitar gastos innecesarios. ¡Únete y toma el control de tus finanzas con confianza!

Bridge Building Blocks Series
2025-03-26 10:00 - 12:00 | IBR Conference Room, 500 Broadway Street, Suite 200, Vancouver, OR, 98660, United States
Bridge Building Blocks 2025 Series – Registration Now Open!

The Bridge Building Blocks 2025 Series is a unique training program designed to prepare local DBE, minority-owned, women-owned, and veteran-owned businesses for opportunities on the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project. Hosted by WA APEX at CREDC and featuring the IBR, NAMC, and SBA, this free, in-person series provides intermediate to advanced training, a free comprehensive financial review session, and access to mentorship connections upon completion.
Program Format: Multi-session Course
Training Topics: Accounting/Budget, Government Contracting, Managing a Business, Matchmaking, Outreach/ Networking, Pre-Award, Public Works

Series Details:

In-Person Workshops

Location: IBR Offices, 500 Broadway St., 3rd Floor, Vancouver, WA.

Cost: FREE
Workshops:

March 26: Bonding/Insurance (10 AM – 12 PM)

Featuring Don Shanklin of Propel Insurance, learn everything you need to know to prepare for bonding and insurance on this specific project.

April 24: BOLI & L&I Training (10 AM – 12 PM)

Featuring both OR and WA Labor and Industries representatives, learn all about responsible bidder criteria, public works requirements, proper classifying and federal resources and Davis Bacon requirements.

May 21: Proposal Writing & Blueprint Reading (10 AM – 12 PM)

Learn from the experts at NAMC University on how to review job site documents, write a winning proposal, what to consider with cost estimating, etc.

June 12: Joint Ventures/Teaming & SBA Loan Programs (10 AM – 12 PM)

Learn from representatives of Skanska and Hoffman about Joint Ventus and teaming on a large project and hear all about the SBA’s loan programs.

Participants will also receive:
Mentorship *Connection:
Upon completing all four workshops, participants will be connected to potential mentors from our partner organizations.
*Please note: This is a one-time connection opportunity, not ongoing case management, and will require you to complete our mentorship request form.
Financial Review:
Participants will receive one free discovery session with “Tried and True Consulting,” featuring a comprehensive financial review of your individual business, a detailed financial health score report, and tailored recommendations for next steps.
Participant Requirements and qualifications for acceptance:

Must be either:

Minority Owned
DBE certified (either WA or OR)
Women Owned
Veteran Owned
Classified as a small business according to the SBA’s small business classification system.

Must be current on all taxes
Must be current on all licenses (if applicable)
Must not be ineligible or debarred from public works by BOLI or L&I
Must not be under litigation
Must Commit to attending all four workshops.
Limited to 60 participants.

2025 Annual Membership Luncheon {SOLD OUT}
2025-03-26 11:30 - 13:30 | AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront, 333 W Columbia Way, Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Join us as we celebrate the achievements of the past year and look ahead to new initiatives. Whether you’re an active member or considering joining the Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber, this gathering is a fantastic opportunity to connect and learn more about the Chamber’s impact in Oregon and SW Washington. We are honored to have, Pablo I. Defilippi, Executive VP at the Inclusive Network, as this year’s keynote speaker.
Attention active Chamber members, remember to apply the PROMO code to avail yourself of the member discount. If you have not received the code via email, please reach out to Noe Rodriguez, Membership Coordinator, at nrodriguez@hmccoregon.com.
