Welcome to Hispanic Business Conference 2021
The Hispanic Business Virtual Conference (HBVC) is presented by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando (HCCMO) to empower, motivate and rebuild business opportunities for entrepreneurs, leaders and business professionals in the Central Florida region.
A Deep-Dive Into Reengineering Your Business & Virtual Networking!
Strategize and maximize your social media
& digital platforms during a time where online marketing & advertising is at an all-time high.
Get your piece of the pie!
Learn how to maximize your chances of winning contracts with government agencies and corporate America.
Hear from C-level executives
on how the market is changing and adapting and plan your business strategies and goals accordingly.
Learn how to overcome adversity
and use challenges to your advantage, moving forward as a more creative, innovative, and forward-thinking individual.
Share experiences
and connect with over 500+ attendees on our virtual platform. Network one-on-one, visit virtual booths, and participate in community chat rooms on a variety of different topics!
The time is now
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Hispanic Business Virtual Conference 2020
Track 1 / Supplier Diversity:
Track 2 / Digital Marketing & Sales:
Reengineer your digital marketing assets & meet your sales goals
Track 3 / Resiliency & Reinvention:
Strategize and Adapt to Today’s World
Track 4 / Digital Transformation & Cybersecurity:
Rethinking Efficiency & Cyber Protection in the Digital Age
SCHEDULE
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Registration & Networking Breakfast
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Welcome & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Gabriela “Gaby” Ortigoni, President & CEO, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando
Supplier Diversity Traveling Cup Presentation
John A. De Armas, Board Chair, HCCMO/ CEO of Profitland Partners/ CEO for the ZAZA group, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando
Jose Nido, Vice President, Global Supplier Diversity, Travel + Leisure Co. Walt Disney Parks and Resorts (to be determined)
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Access to Capital: Current Federal Funding Opportunities for Small Businesses (Edyth Bush Theatre) SBA Representative (to be determined)
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Breakout A
Florida currently sits as the 15th largest economy in the world. Hear from CEOs in the top industries- tourism, non-profits, education, health care, and technology- discussing trending topics that will impact your business’s bottom line. During this session, you will learn how to profit from the growing economy in Central Florida
Moderator: John A. De Armas, Board Chair, HCCMO/ CEO of Profitland Partners/ CEO for the ZAZA group
Speaker: Casandra Matej, President & CEO, Visit Orlando
Speaker: Jennifer Evins, President & CEO, United Arts of CFL
Speaker: Kathleen A. Plinske, Ed.D., Campus President, Valencia College
Speaker: Jeff Villanueva, CEO of Advent Health East
Speaker: Paul A. Sohl, Rear Adm. USN (ret), CEO, Florida High Tech Corridor Council
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM
presented by the REP Theater
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
During this session, hear from successful small business owners sharing their stories and insights on how they have been inventive and resilient in their entrepreneurship journey.
Moderator: Vyky Rifai, CIO of I AM BRAVE/Vice President of One Alliance Group
Speaker: Debbie Rodriguez, Founder & CEO, Competitive Edge Partners & Consulting LLC
Speaker: Marimar Velez, Owner & President, McDonald’s Franchise Owner Operator & LUVEL FOODS INC.
Speaker: Bettina Mercado, President & CEO, Bettina Cosmetics
11:45 PM – 12:00 PM
Gabriela “Gaby” Ortigoni, President & CEO, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando
THE TIME IS NOW!
Full Conference
HCCMO Member
$45
2 Day Full Conference ticket
- Live Virtual Conference
- 12 recorded breakout sessions
- Virtual discussion boards with key leaders
- Visit virtual exhibitor hall
- One-on-one virtual networking
- Online sessions with Live Q&A
- Virtual Meet-ups
- Engage in fun and interactive activities
Full Conference
Non Member
$65
2 Day Full Conference ticket
- Live Virtual Conference
- 12 recorded breakout sessions
- Virtual discussion boards with key leaders
- Visit virtual exhibitor hall
- One-on-one virtual networking
- Online sessions with Live Q&A
- Virtual Meet-ups
- Engage in fun and interactive activities
Sponsors
