What HACIA does

HACIA (Hispanic American Construction Industry Association) is a Chicago-based nonprofit 501(c)(6) trade association founded in 1979 to advocate for diversity and equity in the U.S. construction industry. Its primary constituents are Hispanic, minority, women, and veteran-owned construction businesses (M/W/V/DBEs) and individuals seeking careers in the trades across the Chicago metropolitan area. The organization operates from a single headquarters at 650 W. Lake Street, Suite 415, Chicago, IL 60661, with a staff of 1–10 employees.

HACIA delivers its mission through three integrated program tracks. Workforce Development Programs include the General Construction Pre-Apprenticeship, Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship / Introduction to Electrification, Assistant Project Engineer, Construction Inspection Technician, Safety Training, Renewable Recharge EV Installation, OpenRoads/OpenBridge, and clean-energy certifications (NABCEP PV, Phius). Business Capacity Programs include the Biz Accelerator, Clean Energy Contractor Incubator (CECI) under CEJA, Contractors Development Program, CTA Building Small Businesses, FEJA Program, Executive Fellows, and Owner-2-CEO (delivered with Innovation DuPage). An affiliated 501(c)(3), HACIASEF, administers scholarships that have cumulatively awarded $665,000. HACIA reports 200+ workforce/business program completions per year and over 2,200 industry-recognized certifications issued to date.

Revenue is generated through five streams: recurring membership dues from 280–350+ member firms; event ticket sales and sponsorships ($1,500 Scholar Sponsor through $10,000 Presidential Sponsor tiers across 60+ annual events); philanthropic and corporate grants (notably a $400,000 two-year JPMorganChase commitment in December 2025); donations routed to HACIA's 501(c)(6) and HACIASEF's 501(c)(3); and ancillary program fees. Go-to-market combines community-led membership recruitment, event-driven engagement (Annual Banquet, Golf Outing, Scholars Fund Reception), and direct sales through one-on-one technical sessions and membership-meeting project presentations. HACIA holds no patents or technology products; its competitive position rests on 45+ years of regulatory relationships, an embedded member ecosystem, and brand recognition as the leading Hispanic construction advocacy body in Chicago.

Name

HACIA

Legal name

Hispanic American Construction Industry Association

Website

https://haciaworks.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

HACIA is a Chicago-based 501(c)(6) trade association, founded in 1979, that supports Hispanic, minority, women, and veteran-owned construction businesses through workforce training, business development programs, advocacy, networking events, and scholarships via HACIASEF.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Industry Trade Association Services

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Professional Organizations (813920)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Major Gifts, Planned Giving & Endowment Development (EDALAOAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

College Access, Scholarships & Student Success Nonprofits (BPAGADAE), Association Compliance, Governance & Board Support Services (BPAJAHAN)

Keywords

• Construction industry advocacy
• Workforce development programs
• Minority business support
• Trade association services
• Contractor training programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: HACIA generates revenue through annual membership dues from contractors, professional service firms, and corporate members. Membership provides access to networking events, training programs, advocacy services, and project opportunities.
2. Program Fees: HACIA offers workforce development and business capacity programs. While many programs are low-cost or no-cost for participants, program delivery may generate revenue. In 2024, HACIA offered 17 low-cost or no-cost programs.
3. Events and Sponsorships: HACIA generates revenue through event ticket sales, sponsorships, and exhibition fees. Major annual events include the Golf Outing, Annual Banquet, and Scholars Fund Reception. Event sponsorships range from $1,500 (Scholar Sponsor) to $10,000 (Presidential Sponsor).
4. Grants and Philanthropic Support: HACIA receives grant funding from foundations and corporations for workforce and business development initiatives. In December 2025, HACIA received $400,000 from JPMorganChase over two years to expand workforce and business development programs.
5. Donations: HACIA accepts donations through its main organization (501(c)(6)) and its scholarship arm HACIASEF (501(c)(3)). Donations support general operations and student scholarships. As of 2025, HACIASEF has awarded $665,000 in scholarship funds.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

HACIA is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit trade association that delivers advocacy, workforce development training, and business capacity-building programs for diverse and small-owned construction businesses and individuals pursuing construction careers in the Chicago region. Its commercial offering comprises tiered membership categories (Corporate, Contractor, Professional Service, Individual), more than a dozen structured training and capacity-building programs, the HACIA Scholarship and Education Foundation (HACIASEF), and sponsored convening events. Revenue is generated primarily through membership dues, program sponsorships, and grants rather than fees-for-service.

Product overview

HACIA (Hispanic American Construction Industry Association) operates as a non-profit 501(c)(6) organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of workforce development and business capacity programs designed to advance diversity and equity in the construction industry. The portfolio consists of two core program tracks: Workforce Development Programs (including the Assistant Project Engineer Training Program, General Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Program, Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship, Construction Inspection Technician, Safety Training, OpenRoads/OpenBridge, and Renewable Recharge EV Installation Workshop) that provide hands-on training, certifications, and career coaching to help individuals enter and advance in construction careers; and Business Capacity Programs (including the Biz Accelerator Program, Clean Energy Contractor Incubator, Contractors Development Program, CTA Building Small Businesses, FEJA Program, Executive Fellows, and Owner-2-CEO) that provide technical guidance, mentorship, and resources for contractors and business owners looking to scale operations and win contracts. Supporting these tracks is the HACIASEF Scholarship program providing financial support to students pursuing construction-related education, plus specialized training programs such as NABCEP PV and Phius Training for clean energy and high-performance building sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Corporate Membership

Quantifiable outcome

• 239 individuals completed workforce or business training programs in 2024
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• National Coalition for Infrastructure GrowthflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2026HACIA leads a national coalition including Associated Minority Contractors of Arizona, Georgia Hispanic Construction Association, Hispanic Contractors of Colorado, National Hispanic Construction Association of California, US Minority Contractors Association, Greater Southwest Development Corporation, Women Construction Owners and Executives (Chicago Caucus), Associated Builders and Contractors (Illinois Chapter), Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and Federation of Women Contractors. The coalition advocates for pro-growth infrastructure policies.
• Innovation DuPagecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInnovation DuPage serves as a program partner for HACIA's Owner-2-CEO Program, a six-year collaboration that has helped nearly 70 organizations grow and prosper throughout the construction industry. Innovation DuPage provides resources and expertise to support small, diverse-owned construction businesses.

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/HACIAworks
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/HACIAOrg
• Facebookfacebook.com/HACIAWorks
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hacia
• Instagraminstagram.com/haciaworks

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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Investments

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