Who We Are

The Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is a membership driven organization comprised of small-business owners, corporate representatives, community leaders, and association members representing various professions. With over 300 members and a database of over 17,000 subscribers, RHCC is the state’s fastest growing minority chamber in the state of California.

The Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit 501c6 organization. The RHCC was incorporated in the year 2000. In these nine years, our agenda has been to aid the small business community by providing ten seminars a year, an access to capital and procurement conference and an annual gala.

The Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce consists of 14 Board members. Advisory Council and an Ambassador team that cooperatively promote mutual beneficial relationships between businesses, corporate America, local, state and national government officials, government officials of Latin America, international trade partners and businesses abroad.

What We Do

The Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce supports the development and growth of member businesses through initiatives that encourage and promote business and economic development. In addition, RHCC is a strong advocate of legislation affecting small businesses. RHCC also provides access to valuable information, business leaders, procurement opportunities, and education and training. Not only does the Regional Hispanic Chamber give small businesses viability in the business community, it gives them a voice, unity, and strength.

Implementing and strengthening local programs that assist the economic development of firms. Increasing business relationship and partnerships between the corporate sector, the Government sector and Hispanic-owned businesses; promoting international trade between Hispanic businesses in the Southern California Region, Monitoring legislation, policies and programs that affect the business community while providing technical assistance to business associations, businesses and entrepreneurs.

When We Began

The Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, established in 2000, is Southern California’s fastest growing minority chamber of commerce. During the RHCC’s history, it has led the way for minority business development and won Local, Regional and National recognition for its achievements, the latest achievement received is the 2009 Minority Champion of the Year.

Partnerships and Collaborations

The RHCC has partnered with agencies and other organizations to such as CSULB Business Division, the Long Beach Small Business Development Center, the Thomas Rivera Policy Institute, Long Beach Center for International Trade Development, all Latin consulates, Local, State and National government agencies.

Memorandums of Understanding

The Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S. Small Business Administration Los Angeles District to provide technical assistance and to small and medium sized businesses.

Memorandum of Understanding with the Los Angeles Unified School District to distribute opportunities to do business with the Los Angeles School District.
Memorandum of Understanding with UNA Prescription Discount Card where RHCC’s database receives a discount on prescriptions filled in any local state and national participating pharmacies.
Memorandum of Understanding with United Postal Service where being a RHCC member entitles you to discounts on UPS air and international shipping every time you ship. Whether you send 50 shipments a month or two shipments a week, the savings add up.

Organization Structure

Members of the RHCC are categorized based on their level and job function within the organization. We have the following levels in our organization: President/CEO, Chairman, Chairman emeritus, Vice President of Finance, Vice President of Community Relations, Vice President of Communications, Treasurer,  Board of Directors and Advisory Council.