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Northern Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce recognized and awarded the prestigious Go Global Award 2023

Providence, Rhode Island – October 8, 2023

Northern Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce proudly announces its prestigious recognition at the Go Global Awards 2023 hosted by Rhode Island Commerce and the International Trade Council. The chamber has been honored in the esteemed International Trade Advancement category, a testament to its commitment to fostering global business connections and economic growth. The Go Global Awards, held on October 8, 2023, in Providence, Rhode Island, brought together leaders and visionaries in the international trade community to celebrate the outstanding achievements and innovations from 125 business organizations from over 85 countries. The Northern Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce emerged victorious in the International Trade Advancement category, a noteworthy acknowledgment of its dedication to advancing global trade initiatives.

Northern Virginia Hispanic Chamber organized a roundtable meeting with Tom Barkin, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond 09/30/2022.

Susana Marino, President of the Chamber introduced Mr. Barkin telling the audience “We have heard the many challenges, uncertainty, and fear that our business community is facing right now. Entrepreneurship can be a lonely journey, and starting a business is tough, not just on the practical grind, but also financially and mentally. Building a business is grueling work, but also exciting, and inspirational, at the same time.” “Let’s get the facts. It’s time for wise decisions.”

FIRST IN-PERSON CAREER EXPO IN THE WASHINGTON DC METRO REGION AFTER THE PANDEMIC

The Northern Virginia Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce is connecting the Washington, DC Metro top employers with the most sought-after job candidates on October 21, 2021.

According to the U.S Department of Labor, Hispanic Americans are 49% of the labor force. The Northern Virginia Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce (NOVAHCC) will host its annual Hispanic Career Expo connecting of job seekers with new and exciting opportunities in the private and public sectors.

“The Great Resignation” has motivated 1 in 4 employees to pursue new jobs, and bilingual Hispanics are among the most desired job candidates projected to account for 78% of new workers by 2030 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. On Thursday, October 21, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), Fairfax County, Chase, CareFirst, and other top employers will look to recruit Hispanic talent and fill immediate openings.

Susana Marino Is Selected By Washington Business Journal As Honoree For Women Who Mean Bus iness 2020

December 2020

The Washington Business Journal is pleased to announce the honorees for our 2020 Women Who Mean Business awards program. Now in its 17th year, the program is one of our most competitive awards events of the year. This year was no exception, with more than 250 nominations submitted.

Honorees are selected by a panel of judges comprised of Women Who Mean Business alumni and Washington Business Journal staff. The final honorees are chosen based on criteria including commitment to community service, strong leadership skills and continuing success in their field. In government, education, hospitality, banking, construction, nonprofits and more, these women are le ading their organization through uncertain times.

Susana Marino Receives Recognition by The Latin Chamber of Commerce of the United States - CAMACOL and The Venezuelan American Chamber of Commerce in Miami, Florida - November 2nd, 2020

Thanks to CAMACOL Vice President Italo Torrese and Elena Dolinski de Montilla with The Venezuelan American Chamber of Commerce of The United States for inviting our Chamber President and CEO Susana Marino, M.S Ed to Miami, Florida to be recognized by CAMACOL for achievements in the Hispanic Business Community in United States on November 2, 2020.

The Latin Chamber of Commerce of the U.S.A. and Venezuelan American Chamber of Commerce. Founded in 1965, The Latin Chamber of Commerce of the United States, CAMACOL is the largest Hispanic business organization in the State of Florida and one of the most influential minority business groups in the United States.

Susana Marino Receives The Prospanica Brillante Award 2020 in Entrepreneurial Excellence at the National Convention.

October 2020

Susana Marino President & Chair of Northern Virginia Hispanic Cham ber of

Commerce named one of the recipients to receive the Prospanica Brillante Award for 2020 in Entrepreneurial Excellence. Susana is one among four individuals recognized nationwide at the Prospanica National Convention which it was held in Dallas, Texas and convene thousands of participants in virtual mode, due to this year's pandemic. The Prospanica Brillante Award recognizes the outstanding contributions to the educational, economic, and social well-being of the Hispanic community. This prestigious annual award is granted to individuals and/or organizations that have had a significant impact on improving the Hispanic community in the United States.

El Tiempo Latino Power Meter

June 5th, 2019

Susana Marino President & Chair of Northern Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce named among one out of 100 most influential people for that Nation’s Capital Metro-Area Latinos. The Powermeter 100 list is a testimony to the influence that thee 100 powerful individuals have had in the Hispanic community and the community at large. In order to select the 100 individuals that comprise the list, El Tiempo Latino holds a nomination process open to the public. With more than 400 nominees collected, a panel of judges from the community and the paper’s editorial council selected those, whom based on their merits throughout 2018-2019 deserve to called “one of the 100.” The Powermeter 100 Award will be celebrated on June 5th, 2019 at the Washington Gas Headquarters in Washington DC.

Northern VA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Participated At The Largest B2B Matchmaking in Cochabamba, Bolivia Thanks To Technology on April 9-10, 2019

FEICOBOL 2019 is the largest business expo celebrated each year in Bolivia. The Chamber of Commerce of Cochabamba, Bolivia and Northern VA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce partnered and with the use of technology to celebrate its first B2B Matchmaking to bring our members from the U.S and Bolivia closer in the spirit of entrepreneurship.

Northern VA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Selected As A Recepient By US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce on April 3rd, 2019

Washington, D.C. – The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) is thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2019 USHCC Local Chamber Grant awards. The grants, awarded in partnership with Wells Fargo & Company, are disbursed to USHCC chamber members which have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the Hispanic business owners they serve. https://ushcc.com/ushcc-announces-2019-local-chamber-grant-recipients/

In Her Footsteps...

U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: In Her Footsteps Chamber Leader Highlight

As part of our new "In Her Footsteps" initiative we are highlighting the female chamber leaders who are working to make an impact in their small business community. Our first highlight is on Susana Marino, President & Founder of the Northern Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce!

Connecting Virginia with Latin America

Northern Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce attended the 2nd International Forum of Cooperation and International Investment in Colombia. Participants included manufacturers from Valle del Cauca, the cities of Cali and Buga, local chamber of commerce Municipality Government Officials, the United Nations for Industrial Development, Habitat and Embassy of Switzerland with the purpose of establishing a permanent round table to increase trade in the region.