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Key Data Sites for Hispanics
Visit fchcc.com for a list of links to data and resources! You can also email us at fchcc@fchcc.com if you have any recommended links you'd like us to post.
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To positively impact the regional economy by creating value, promoting and facilitating the success of Hispanic-owned businesses and by engaging the community at large.
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The Media and Public Relations Committee welcome our members to be a guest writer on our blog! It is our goal to provide the most useful, innovative, and resourceful information for our members and community-at-large. If you own a local business or would like to write about your business experience, we'd love for you to share it on the FCHCC blog. Email fchcc@fchcc.com to get started! |
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President's Message
Welcome summer months! I'm sure many of you are preparing for your much needed vacation time. We will also be taking a break in June from our regular activities as we work to plan a great Excellence in Business Awards to be held on July 14th at the University Club. We have selected some great finalists and look forward to recognizing leaders and supports of the Hispanic Business community as we also honor the Founding Fathers who had a vision for this organization over 23 years ago. Pegine Echevarria is sure to please as our keynote speaker and Lorena Inclan will be fabulous as our Master of Ceremony. Consider being a sponsor of this historic event and purchasing a table or tickets.
I am also pleased to announce that Univision Jacksonville has joined the Chamber as a Strategic Partner! We look forward to partnering with them as we serve the Hispanic community.
Don't forget that Achieving the Dream Scholarship applications are open and we have extended the deadline to give our promising students more time to get their applications in. Please spread the word to Hispanic students who reside in any of the five counties we serve (Duval, Clay, St. Johns, Nassau and Baker). They do not have to attend school in those counties or be members of the chamber to be considered.
If you have not renewed your FCHCC membership or want to join, click here for more information.
Warmest regards,
Maribel Hernandez
Maribel Hernandez, MBA, ACB, ALB
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Welcome New and Renewing Members
The FCHCC is proud to announce our new and renewing members:
Large Corporations and Trustees
Univision 18 Jacksonville
We could not achieve our mission without our members... THANK YOU very much for your partnership! To review member benefits and/or to become a member, please visit our website for more information.
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FCHCC Secures Partnership with Univision 18 Jacksonville
 FCHCC welcomes our newest Strategic Partner Trustee,
Univision 18 Jacksonville. The only Spanish television channel serving the Hispanic community in the Jacksonville metropolitan area. They provide the best of Latin TV, Univision and more. For more information about Univision 18 Jacksonville, visit their website at http://www.U18Jax.com or follow them on Facebook.
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Committee Happenings
Special Events Sub-committee
Sponsorship opportunities available and tickets/tables are ON SALE Now for the 1st Annual Excellence in Business Awards Breakfast that will be held Thursday, July 14th from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. at The University Club, 1301 Riverplace Blvd., 27th Floor, Jacksonville, Fl 32207.
We are excited to have Pegine Echevarria as our keynote speaker for the event and Lorena Inclán from Action News Jax as our MC. Pegine is one of only eight women in the Motivational Speaker Hall of Fame. She is feisty, fearless, focused, and a fun speaker. Her speaking engagements are geared to business owners and leaders who want to engage, market, and reach diverse communities. Lorena has been a general assignment reporter for Action News Jax since 2012. Click here to purchase your tickets or table!
These are the finalists for the Awards:Small Business of the Year
Brunet-Garcia Advertising
Central Southern Construction Group
Morales Construction Company
Corporate Business of the Year
AT&T Services Florida BBVA Compass Wells Fargo Business Leader of the Year
Giselle Carson, Partner & Senior Attorney at Marks Gray Law Firm Wilfredo Gonzalez, Small Business Administration Dr. Rene Pulido, EMED Primary Care Rising Star Award
Emmanuel Matias, Senior Financial Analyst for Southeastern Grocers Andrea Reyes, Attorney for Reyes Legal Madelene Skinner, MadFab Media Lifetime Achievement Award
Nelson Estepa, Retired Tomas Jimenez Clark Vargas, President C. Vargas & Associates Diversity Impact Award
Victor Cora, Univision Jacksonville Annie Grogan, Executive Committee President, The H.I.L.L. of Northeast Florida Arlene Ortiz Business Advocate Award
Small Business Administration Univision Jacksonville WCI Group Up and Coming Business of the Year
Fresh Start Realty Mi Pueblo II Reyes Legal
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Media/Public Relations Committee The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) is seeking a Communications and Media Relations Intern. The intern will be responsible for assisting the Media and Public Relations committee with brand recognition and awareness for FCHCC with both members and non-members while maintaining good relations with all media outlets. The intern will report to the Chair of Media and Public Relations. Please Note: This is an unpaid internship. For more information, click here!___________________________________________________________  Call for Committee Volunteers If you are interested in helping to make a difference, consider volunteering your time and talent for any of our committees or sub-committees. You can submit your application from our website by clicking here! |
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The 2016 Achieving the Dream Scholarship Application period is now OPEN through June 30, 2016. Apply at fchcc.com/scholarship.
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Other Scholarship Opportunities
USHLI has awarded over $1.3 million in scholarships and internships to Latino college students. With affordability being a major barrier to Latinos pursuing a post-secondary education or training, USHLI is committed to providing financial support through the Dr. Juan Andrade Scholarship. For more information, visit www.ushli.org.
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Governor Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott have invited all Florida students to participate in the 2016 Hispanic Heritage Month art and essay contests which will be centered around the theme, "Honoring Hispanic American Heroes: Veterans, Military, Law Enforcement and First Responders." Students in grades K-3 have a chance to win a cash prize by submitting artwork, and students in grades 4-12 can earn a 4-year Florida Prepaid Scholarship through the essay contest.
Additionally, students, parents, teachers and principals are invited to nominate full-time, Hispanic American educators in elementary, middle and high schools for the Hispanic Heritage Month Excellence in Education Award. The deadline for all submissions is 5:00 p.m. Friday, September 9, 2016. To learn more about Florida's Hispanic Heritage Month celebration and contests, visit www.FloridaHispanicHeritage.com.
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 Member Spotlight: Dr. Maira Martelo, Jacksonville Public Education Fund
Maira is the Community Mobilization Director for the Jacksonville Public Education Fund, a local nonprofit that was created six years ago with the mission of informing and mobilizing the community to advocate for universally high-quality public schools for all children in Duval County.
We joined the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) in our efforts to reach the local Hispanic communities so their voices can be represented at the conversations to improve the quality of public education. Maira chairs the FCHCC Corporate Social Responsibility Committee.
We want to invite the Hispanic/Latino community to engage in upcoming candidate forums for school board elections and the community conversations about public education. Stay tuned and contact Dr. Maira Martelo at maira@jaxpef.org or 904-535-7143 for more information. |
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 2016 Voter Registration DrivesWe must vote in order to have a voice! The time to elect our representatives is now! You can register any time online at www.duvalelections.com or in person at 105 E. Monroe St., Jacksonville, FL 32202, the public libraries, or at the following community event:
Event Name: Excellence in Business Awards Breakfast
- Date: Thursday, July 14, 2016 from 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM
- Location: University Club | 1301 Riverplace Blvd., 27th Fl. | Jacksonville, FL 32207
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FCHCC Featured Member Discounts
Florida Blue
Receive a FREE gift when you visit the centers at Jacksonville River City Marketplace or the St. John's Town Center.
Jacksonville Armada FC
Get discounted tickets to Armada's Season tickets to see matches at Community First Park. FCHCC members and friends. For more information, contact Orlando Ruiz, Ticket Sales Account Executive at 904-516-3764 or email oruiz@armadafc.com.
Tres Leches Eatery
Tres Leches would like to offer a complimentary "FREE" Sangria with purchase of any dinner menu item Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings from 6 PM to 10 PM. Must be 21 years of age, one Sangria per person and good for each guest of member also. Contact Eddie Sweda at 904-551-4375 or 954-336-2513 with any questions.
Enterprise Holdings
National Car Rental® is offering FCHCC members and friends a 5% discount off of the lowest published price through our Enterprise brand and a 10% discount with our National brand through our Emerald Club.
Child ID Program
CL!XGet a discount for a single image Headshot CD that includes a full resolution image with a copyright release that also includes free basic touch ups on the image for $35.00.
The Florida RX Card - Free Statewide Program
Savings with this drug card can be up to 30-75% off retail price for most brand & generic FDA-approved medications.
member discount to our website!
(You do not have to be a member to offer a discount to FCHCC members.)
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FCHCC Members: use your membership card when you take advantage of any of the discounts above. 
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Current Job Opportunities
Bilingual Insurance Sales Professional
Employer: Vienrich Allstate Agency
Agency Associate
Employer: Kathy Scott State Farm Insurance
Communications and Media Relations Intern (non-paid position) Employer: FCHCC Coordinator, Communications Employer: JAXPORT BBVA Compass Bank Job Portal Employer: BBVA Compass Bank BB&T Bank Job Portal Also, click here to be added to BB&T's database where you will be alerted of any upcoming jobs as they become available!Employer: BB&T Bank Florida Blue Jobs Portal
Employer: Florida Blue
To view all the above positions and to apply,
please visit our website by clicking here.
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FCHCC Partners
The FCHCC recognizes the leadership and support of these leading organizations!
Strategic Partner
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Joining FCHCC as a New Member or Renewing your Membership?
We have several payment methods for your convenience. If you would like to mail in a check or money order, please mail your payment to:
First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 57972
Jacksonville FL 32241
FCHCC also accepts credit card payments for new memberships and renewals. You can join the FCHCC or renew your membership with any of these credit cards. To use this method, click any of the links below:
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Monthly eNewsletter publishes the first week of every month!
Editor-in-Chief: Maribel Hernandez, FCHCC President and CEO
Editor: Madelene Skinner: Chair, Media and Public Relations
Designer / Creative Director: Kim McDougal, Interactive Communications Coordinator
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The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) strives to establish and encourage better business practices among Hispanic-owned and operated businesses in northeast Florida and south Georgia. All business professionals, both Hispanic and non-Hispanic, are welcome to become involved with our Chamber. The FCHCC also strives to foster understanding of Hispanic heritage through educational endeavors, business opportunities and social interaction.
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To learn more about the FCHCC, please visit us on the web at www.fchcc.com, send us e-mail at: fchcc@fchcc.com, or call us at 904.346.1118.
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