*Disclaimer: Please note that session topics are subject to change based on evolving policy priorities, speaker availability, or other relevant factors. The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) reserves the right to modify session content to ensure discussions remain timely and aligned with current issues.
Day 01
Your conference experience starts here. Check in, pick up your badge, download the event app, and get ready for the days ahead. Join thousands of entrepreneurs, business leaders, and advocates celebrating the millions of Hispanic-owned businesses driving innovation, creating jobs, and powering America's economy.
Everything is bigger in Texas, including what we’re building together. Kick off the conference surrounded by the dreamers, entrepreneurs, and leaders who prove every day that Hispanic businesses are the powering America’s growth. Let's lace up and connect, juntos!
Day 02
Your conference experience starts here. Check in, pick up your badge, download the event app, and get ready for the days ahead. Join thousands of entrepreneurs, business leaders, and advocates celebrating the millions of Hispanic-owned businesses driving innovation, creating jobs, and powering America's economy.
Artificial intelligence is everywhere, but for small business owners, cutting through the noise to find what actually works is half the battle. This session is for the entrepreneurs who are ready to execute with AI. We will walk through practical applications of AI across productivity, customer engagement, marketing, operations, and decision-making and showcase examples of how business owners are already using these tools to power their businesses. We will also discuss what tools matter, questions around data privacy, cybersecurity, transparency, and bias mitigation so you can implement AI with confidence.
As artificial intelligence reshapes every sector of the economy, Latino leaders have a pivotal choice: be acted upon by new technologies or actively shape how AI is built, governed, and deployed in our communities. This session explores Latino leadership, power-building, and community-centered innovation in the age of AI. Speakers will examine how AI can deepen inequities and unlock new pathways to representation, entrepreneurship, and civic influence.
Artificial Intelligence is no longer the future; it is right now, and it is yours to use. Hispanic-owned businesses are already driving innovation across America, and the entrepreneurs who learn to leverage AI will be the ones who scale faster, work smarter, and go even further. Join us for real tools and practical tips on how to make AI work to scale your business.
Many entrepreneurs have spent decades building something they are proud of, and that legacy deserves to be carried forward. As Baby Boomer owners approach retirement, a once-in-a-generation opportunity is emerging to transfer ownership and create lasting generational wealth within our community. Join us for a conversation on succession planning, navigating the silver tsunami, and empowering the next generation of Hispanic leaders to take the reins and keep what they have built truly unstoppable.
The Plaza Mercado is where business meets culture. Explore a vibrant mix of vendors, discover local businesses, and celebrate the diversity that makes Hispanic-owned businesses so dynamic. It’s a marketplace, a celebration, and a networking opportunity all in one. Join us!
We are proud to debut a first-of-its-kind Hispanic business data index that tells the statistical story of our community. This index will showcase our strength and highlight newly released data around Hispanic-owned businesses. This includes a celebration of Latina-owned entrepreneurs who are the fastest growing segment among any demographic group in the country, fueling the American economy. Join us as we celebrate that growth, launch the index, and showcase what it truly means to power the future of business.
What does it take to lead at the highest level? Three of North Texas’ most accomplished university president sit down to discuss the moments that shaped them, the lessons they along the way, and what it means to lead with purpose. For the first time in the region, the president of Texas Wesleyan University, the University of Texas at Arlington, and Texas Woman’s University all happen to be women, and today they share the same stage to show that leadership has no ceiling.
Every successful business has a story worth telling. During this panel, Latina small business owners take center stage to share their journeys, celebrate their wins, and shine a light on what it truly takes to build something from the ground up. From securing contracts to breaking into new industries, these stories show how women turned their vision into unstoppable momentum. Celebrate with us!
Whether you are a corporation looking to strengthen your supply chain or a small business ready to break into it, this session is for you. The strongest supply chains are built on strong partnerships and opportunities for growth. This conversation explores what it really takes to build supplier programs that are sustainable, measurable, and deliver results. Learn how to identify, develop, and grow emerging suppliers, from access to capital to pathways to scale. As AI and shifting market dynamics continue to reshape procurement, you'll leave with practical strategies to stay ahead. Creating opportunities for suppliers to participate and succeed is the first step toward building a stronger, more resilient supply chain.
Today's economic landscape is testing the resilience of small business owners across the country and in every sector. For Hispanic-owned businesses driving America's growth, the stakes are even higher. This session will look at the affordability challenges facing both entrepreneurs and consumers, and what they mean for economic competitiveness. We will discuss how investments in energy reliability, broadband, AI, and modern infrastructure can increase productivity and drive down costs. From managing rising expenses to strengthening cash flow and leveraging digital tools, this session gives you the roadmap to do more with less.
Connect directly with procurement leaders from leading corporations during the USHCC National Conference. These interactive roundtable discussions provide suppliers with a unique opportunity to learn about upcoming business opportunities, supplier requirements, sourcing priorities, and strategies for successfully doing business with corporate buyers. In order to participate, please reach out directly to Monica Garza at mgarza@ushcc.com.
Unwind from a full day of ideas and inspiration and connect with people who can unlock new doors for your business. Throw on your favorite Texas boots and come ready to network, celebrate, and talk business with the leaders and entrepreneurs who are achieving success and powering America's growth. After all, everything is bigger in Texas, including networking!
Day 03
Conference registration provides access to all official conference programming, including general sessions, workshops, networking events, and the exhibit hall. Registered attendees will engage with Hispanic business leaders, corporate partners, policymakers, and entrepreneurs from across the country for three days of learning, connection, and opportunity.
The financial landscape is shifted, and Hispanic business owners need to be ready for what’s coming. From traditional lending and CDFIs to emerging tools like crypto and the ever-present threat of fraud, navigating capital today requires a real strategy. This session breaks down how you can strengthen your financial position, what lending options are available to you right now, and how to protect what you have built. In today’s economy, the most unstoppable businesses are the ones that show up unprepared.
Federal, state, and local leaders unpack how tax incentives, place-based tools, and federal capital programs can be intentionally leveraged to open capital pipelines for small, minority- and Hispanic-owned businesses.
Successful businesses don’t just stumble into growth; they often spend time ensuring they are ready to compete and positioned to win. This session will give you the tools to build an ecosystem that accelerates prosperity by landing contracts and breaking into retail. Learn how major retailers evaluate potential suppliers and what buyers are looking for, then understand the operational standards required to secure and maintain those contracts. You will leave knowing how to develop a compelling product pitch, prepare buyer meetings, and build the long-term retailer relationships that turn one contract into many. Be ready for the next opportunity and join us!
The Plaza Mercado is where business meets culture. Explore a vibrant mix of vendors, discover local businesses, and celebrate the diversity that makes Hispanic-owned businesses so dynamic. It’s a marketplace, a celebration, and a networking opportunity all in one. Join us!
Texas leads the nation in growth, and now you can hear directly from the leaders shaping development and driving impactful infrastructure opportunities at this General Session Luncheon. From the energy grid serving millions of homes and businesses to the broadband networks connecting communities and the transportation corridors moving commerce across the state, the infrastructure decisions being made today will define procurement opportunities for the next decade. We will discuss investment, expansion, and what Texas' continued growth means for Hispanic-owned businesses ready to grow.
Transportation and transit are among the most powerful drivers of regional economic growth, and the contracts that come with them represent real opportunity for small businesses and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises ready to compete. Hear directly from Commissioner Alex Meade of the Texas Transportation Commission and Chris McLaughlin, CEO of DFW Airport, as they share what it takes to win regional transit and transportation contracts. This is a practical, no-fluff conversation on how to position your business, navigate the procurement process, and build relationships that can turn into a signed contract.
This session is tailored for chamber of commerce leaders looking to elevate their marketing strategies and expand their reach. We’ll explore everything from pinpointing your target market and developing a compelling brand, to harnessing AI-powered content tools and forming impactful strategic partnerships. The conversation is designed for the realities of today’s digital-forward business environment, and you’ll walk away with practical strategies to build an unstoppable brand and boost your exposure.
The USHCC Avanzando Suppliers with Blue Wave is a cohort-based program designed for certified Hispanic-owned and small businesses ready to scale through contracts. This session will celebrate the latest graduates of USHCC's Educational Fund's procurement development program, representing businesses from across the country and a diverse range of sectors. Attendees will hear directly from a former graduate in a fireside chat, who will share how they leveraged Avanzando to grow their business and successfully navigate the procurement landscape. Whether you are a business owner exploring pathways to scale, or a procurement professional looking to engage diverse suppliers, this session offers valuable insights into what it takes to compete at the highest levels.
Connect directly with procurement leaders from leading corporations during the USHCC National Conference. These interactive roundtable discussions provide suppliers with a unique opportunity to learn about upcoming business opportunities, supplier requirements, sourcing priorities, and strategies for successfully doing business with corporate buyers. In order to participate, please reach out directly to Monica Garza at mgarza@ushcc.com.
Dust off those networking skills. Gather with fellow leaders for one last hour of connections and conversations before the big celebration begins.
Put on your best outfit and let's celebrate in true Texas style. Join us for an elegant evening honoring the businesses, corporations, and chambers that are powering the American economy and proving every day that Hispanic-owned businesses are truly unstoppable. Once the recognitions are given, the lights will dim and the real party begins, dust off those dancing boots, la fiesta esta aqui.