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ABOUT

ABOUT

The Wichita Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Inc., (WHCC) is a volunteer membership-driven organization comprised of individuals, small business owners, corporate representatives, and associates representing various non-profit organizations.

 

In March 2002, Hispanic business leaders gathered and created the Wichita Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (WHCC). These Hispanic business leaders envisioned the need for an organization to represent their interests and meet the needs of the Hispanic business community. The WHCC was incorporated later that year, creating a coherent and strong organization within the Wichita Hispanic business community. WHCC was incorporated with the Kansas Secretary of State’s office in April 2002 and was established in June 2002 as Wichita's first minority Chamber of Commerce.

 

VISION

VISION

To provide value to the Hispanic and general business communities by fostering mutually-beneficial communication, education and relationships. 

 

MISSION

MISSION

The Wichita Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to the creation, advancement, promotion, and development of economic opportunities within the Hispanic market and business community. The mission of the WHCC is to provide leadership, which promotes economic growth, and professional development.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

 

·        Integrate business and community partnerships

·        Provide a forum for productive communication

·        Develop networking opportunities within business and communities

·        Partner with civic and business leaders

·        Foster leadership programs to build future Hispanic leaders

WHCC BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BoD
Maria A Kury
Maria A. Kury

CHAIR

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Wichita Public Schools

Ana Lopez

VICE CHAIR

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City of Wichita

Micaela Ramirez
Micaela Ramirez

SECRETARY​

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KHEDF

Gary Torres
Gary Torres

TREASURER​

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Quantum Credit Union

Alvin Garcia

BOARD MEMBER​

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Wichita Wind Surge

David Thorne
David Thorne

BOARD MEMBER​

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Plain Solutions

Idalia Loya

BOARD MEMBER​

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Empower

Dr. Jerry Smartt
Dr. Jerry Smartt

BOARD MEMBER

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Friends University

Gisela Pena
Gisela Peña

BOARD MEMBER​

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Neza Tires |

Friducha Gift Shop

Blanca Salazar
Blanca Salazar

BOARD MEMBER

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Southwest National Bank

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Jonathan Chavez

BOARD MEMBER​

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New York Life

Marixendra Alvarez
Marixendra Alvarez

BOARD MEMBER​

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CJS Translation Services

Marisol Garcia

BOARD MEMBER​

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Stinson LLP

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Paul Cruz

BOARD MEMBER​

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Hunter Health Clinic

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Angie Urbina

BOARD MEMBER​

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Luxe Living ICT

Jim Howell
Jim Howell

BOARD MEMBER

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Sedgwick County

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Rosa Cisneros

BOARD MEMBER

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Kansas Children's Service League

Sarah Lopez
Sarah Lopez

BOARD MEMBER​

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Sedgwick County 

Clemente Bobadilla-Reyes

TREASURER​

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Bank of America

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