Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

What Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce does

The Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GPHCC) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization founded in 1990 and headquartered at 141 E. Hunting Park Ave., Philadelphia. It develops, promotes, and advocates for Hispanic-owned businesses across a 9-county Greater Philadelphia service area (Philadelphia, Bucks, Delaware, Chester, and Montgomery Counties in PA; Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Mercer Counties in NJ), while encouraging broader economic advancement of the Hispanic community. GPHCC is led by President & CEO Jennifer Rodríguez (a 10-year tenure holder with prior roles at PIDC and Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha) and governed by a 14-member Board of Directors that includes senior representatives from JPMorgan Chase, Comcast, Wells Fargo, Aramark, Temple Health, PECO, Sherwin Williams, Fulton Bank, Esperanza, and others.

GPHCC's core offering is a membership-based program suite for entrepreneurs, businesses, professionals, corporations, and government entities. Educational products include Small Business Courses, Webinars & Workshops, the CHISPA storytelling series, and the JPMorgan Chase-sponsored Adelante con Éxito newsletter on financial literacy, fraud prevention, and solopreneurship. Signature events include the Exito Conference, Dine Latino culinary program, Legislative Summit, Annual Meeting, Excelencia in Business Awards, State of Hispanic Business, and B2B Networking Mixers. A public Membership Directory (filterable by ownership type and industry) and a Glueup-powered mobile app on iOS and Android serve as ongoing engagement channels; a 'Latino Passport' consumer-discovery feature is in development. The Exito Business Journal provides ongoing editorial content, and the organization maintains affiliation with the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC).

Revenue is generated through four streams: recurring membership dues (multiple tiers for entrepreneurs, businesses, professionals, and corporations on an annual billing cadence), corporate sponsorships, transaction/event fees for signature programs, and tax-deductible donations. GPHCC reports a 2025 Impact Report and cites measurable outcomes including the Latino business community securing a seat in Philadelphia's major economic decision-making forums and Latina women driving 60% of Latino business growth at 6x the national startup rate. There are no equity funding rounds, no disclosed financials, no parent company, and no proprietary technology stack beyond third-party SaaS tooling.

Name

Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Legal name

Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Website

https://philahispanicchamber.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

GPHCC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1990 that supports Hispanic-owned businesses across the 9-county Greater Philadelphia region through membership programs, education, signature events, advocacy, and corporate-sponsor partnerships.

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akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Philadelphia

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, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: GPHCC generates revenue through membership fees from entrepreneurs, businesses, professionals, and corporations seeking access to the chamber's network, resources, and programs.
2. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsors invest in GPHCC events and programs to gain brand exposure, direct interaction with business owners, and opportunities to strengthen their regional presence in the Latino business community.
3. Event Fees: Revenue generated from event registrations for signature programs including Exito Conference, Legislative Summit, Dine Latino experiences, and other networking events.
4. Donations: Tax-deductible donations from individuals and organizations supporting the economic advancement of Hispanic businesses in the Greater Philadelphia region.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

GPHCC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit chamber of commerce that develops, promotes, and advocates for Hispanic businesses in the Greater Philadelphia region. It delivers membership services, signature events (Exito Conference, Dine Latino, Legislative Summit, State of Hispanic Business, Annual Meeting), educational programs (Small Business Courses, Webinars & Workshops, CHISPA), advocacy initiatives, and resources such as a Membership Directory, Mobile App, Exito Business Journal, and Funding & Grant Opportunities to support Latino entrepreneurs and corporate partners.

Product overview

The Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 1990 that provides a broad portfolio of programs and services for Hispanic businesses. The core offerings include a Membership Directory and Mobile App (available on Android and iOS) for member engagement, educational programs (Small Business Courses, Webinars & Workshops), signature events (Exito Conference, Dine Latino, Excelencia in Business Awards, Legislative Summit, State of Hispanic Business), advocacy initiatives, and business resources (Exito Business Journal, Funding & Grant Opportunities). The organization also publishes the Adelante con Exito Newsletter series on financial topics. A 'Latino Passport' feature is under development for the mobile app to promote Latino businesses to visitors. The chamber is built on the Glueup platform for membership and event management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• GPHCC Mobile App Mobile application for members to access the chamber on the go, providing access to member benefits, connections, and resources designed to help Hispanic-owned businesses grow. Available on Android and iOS.
• Membership Directory Online directory connecting members with insights and valuable business connections, including filtering by ownership type (Majority Latino/Hispanic-Owned, Majority Woman-Owned, Majority Black-Owned, Majority Asian-Owned) and industry categories.
• Small Business Courses Educational programs providing structured training and resources for small business development and growth, designed for Hispanic entrepreneurs.
• Webinars & Workshops Educational sessions covering topics such as financial literacy, fraud prevention, and business development for Hispanic entrepreneurs.
• CHISPA Events Storytelling and networking events for small businesses, teaching strategies to help brands connect with customers, build trust, and stand out.
• Dine Latino Signature culinary event promoting Latino-owned restaurants and connecting them with community and business opportunities.
• Exito Conference Signature annual conference providing networking, education, and business development opportunities for Hispanic entrepreneurs.
• Excelencia in Business Awards Recognition program honoring Hispanic businesses and leaders for excellence and economic contributions.
• Legislative Summit Policy-focused event bringing together business leaders and legislators to discuss economic development and advocacy.
• State of Hispanic Business Annual report and event assessing the economic status and growth of Latino-owned businesses in the region.
• Exito Business Journal Publication providing news, insights, and resources for the Hispanic business community.
• Funding & Grant Opportunities Resource hub connecting members with financial opportunities, grants, and funding programs for business growth.
• Advocacy Programs Efforts to represent Hispanic businesses in policy discussions and ensure Latino entrepreneurs have representation in economic decision-making.
• Networking Mixers (B2B Latino Mixers) Events such as B2B Latino Mixers facilitating connections among small business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals.
• Referral Programs Programs connecting members with business opportunities and facilitating referrals within the Hispanic business community.
• GPHCC Membership Subscription-based membership offered in multiple tiers for entrepreneurs, businesses, professionals, and corporations, providing access to the chamber's network, resources, advocacy, and programs on an annual billing cadence.
• Adelante con Éxito Program Educational content series sponsored by JPMorgan Chase covering topics such as financial literacy, fraud prevention, women's wealth, solopreneurship, and business resilience for the Latino business community.

Quantifiable outcome

• Latino business community now has a seat at the table where major city decisions are made
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and major.

• JPMorgan Chase & Co.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor sponsor and partner providing financial support for the Adelante con Éxito program, which delivers financial literacy content, fraud prevention workshops, and business education resources to the Latino community. JPMorgan Chase representatives including Josue Figueroa (Senior Business Consultant) and Daisy Gonzalez (Philadelphia Community Manager) contribute expertise to chamber programming.
• Conferences for WomenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization supporting women's professional development initiatives, aligning with GPHCC's focus on Latina women entrepreneurs who drive 60% of Latino business growth.
• City of PhiladelphiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partner collaborating on economic development initiatives and Latino business advancement. GPHCC advocates for Latino business representation in city economic decision-making.
• M&T BankmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting GPHCC events and programs. M&T Bank representatives engage with the chamber's diverse business membership for potential banking relationships.
• Comcast NBCUniversalmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor and member with board representation. Comcast supports chamber events and programming while gaining access to the Latino business network.
• Wells FargomajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor with active participation including Stephen Briggs (VP Community Relations) and Luis Guzman (Sr. Small Business Development Representative) engaged in chamber activities.
• The Sherwin Williams CompanymajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor with board representation through Dorian Sevilla. Supports chamber events and gains visibility among Latino business community.
• United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational affiliation connecting GPHCC to the broader USHCC network of Hispanic chambers and businesses across the country, providing advocacy support and networking opportunities.
• WSFS BankmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor with multiple representatives including Shari Custin, Ron Dutton (CRA Officer), Robert Juliano (Director Corporate Giving and Financial Literacy), and Carlos Rodriguez (VP-Retail Office Manager) actively participating in chamber programs.
• SantanderminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting chamber events and gaining visibility in the Latino business community for banking services.
• AramarkmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate member and sponsor with board representation through Natily Santos (Treasurer). Supports chamber programming and engages with Latino supplier opportunities.
• PNCminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor providing banking and financial services support to chamber activities and member businesses.
• Bellwether District (HRP)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner for economic development initiatives in the Greater Philadelphia region, supporting Latino business visibility.
• PLENARYminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization supporting chamber initiatives and events.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce: National chamber focused on women-owned businesses with advocacy, certification, supplier diversity, and event programming. Comparable operating model to GPHCC and a natural partner given the 60% Latina contribution to Latino business growth.
• National Business League: National chamber-style organization representing Black-owned businesses with membership, advocacy, supplier-diversity, and signature-event programming. Parallel minority-business chamber model to GPHCC's Hispanic-focused approach.
• Chicago Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: Regional Hispanic chamber serving the Chicago metro with business development, advocacy, and corporate partnership programs targeting Latino-owned businesses. Closely comparable in mission, membership model, and corporate-sponsor engagement to GPHCC.
• Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New York: Regional Hispanic chamber serving the NYC metro Hispanic business community with membership, advocacy, and event programming. Same mission and operating model as GPHCC but at larger scale in a different metro.
• Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce: The mainstream regional chamber serving the same Greater Philadelphia geography with overlapping corporate membership (Comcast, Wells Fargo, PECO, Aramark). Operates the same advocacy, networking, and event model but serves the broader (non-Hispanic-focused) business community.
• United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: National umbrella organization for Hispanic chambers of commerce, of which GPHCC is a regional affiliate. Operates the same membership/advocacy/event model at national scale, serving as GPHCC's closest functional peer and parent network.
• Miami-Dade County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: One of the largest regional Hispanic chambers in the U.S., serving Hispanic-owned businesses and corporate partners in South Florida with advocacy, networking, and signature events. Directly comparable in mission and program mix to GPHCC.
• US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce: National minority chamber serving Asian American-owned businesses with supplier diversity, advocacy, education, and signature events. Operates the same model as GPHCC but for the Pan-Asian community, often competing for the same corporate sponsor DEI dollars.

Emerging players

• National Minority Business Council: National minority business advocacy and development organization focused on supplier diversity, certification, and corporate matchmaking. Adjacent to GPHCC's mission with a broader minority-owned business focus rather than Hispanic-specific.

Regional players

• Latin American Association: Atlanta-based Hispanic community and business support organization offering small business development, advocacy, and education to Latino entrepreneurs. Same target demographic and similar mission as GPHCC but operating in the Southeast.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@gphcc
• Facebookfacebook.com/PHLHispanicChamber
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/philahispanicchamber
• Instagraminstagram.com/gphcc

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Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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Investments

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