Equipping Minority Women to Succeed in Business Benefits All
In today’s society, it is essential to provide a supportive environment for minority women to thrive in various industries. The Metropolitan Savannah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has been instrumental in creating such an atmosphere by empowering women entrepreneurs to launch and grow their businesses. This chamber has been promoting the success of minority women-owned businesses since its establishment in 2012. As a business owner, I believe it is essential to prioritize supporting organizations like these to benefit the entire community. Supporting minority women leads to success for all and the Metropolitan Savannah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s work is an excellent example.
Hispanic women in business have unique needs
It is a fact that more diverse companies earn higher profits, as diversity leads to new perspectives and ideas, resulting in increased creativity and problem-solving skills. Here, minority women play a significant role in contributing to this success. The Metropolitan Savannah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce works closely with women entrepreneurs and provides relevant support and resources that are unique to them. This support is incredibly vital, especially in the early stages of their businesses.
The Women in Business Conference
This year’s Mistress of Ceremonies for the Women in Business conference was award-winning journalist Kim Gusby, a celebrity Morning News Anchor for NBC in Savannah WSAV who welcomed everyone with an inclusive message. As a black professional woman, she noted how much she identifies with the Hispanic community and encouraged everyone to consider how to build on what we all have in common with each other to support one another.
The Minority Women in Business Conference was geared toward Hispanic women but open to all and there was a diverse audience that included women of all ethnicities who benefited from the workshops and inspiration. While this particular event was designed to empower women, the Metropolitan Savannah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce as a whole has programs and events to equip men as well as other communities that can benefit from its tailored programs.
Take the Next Step
The Metropolitan Savannah Hispanic Chamber of Commerce provides multiple opportunities to interact and engage with minority-owned businesses, such as sponsorships or volunteering. These opportunities allow businesses, both big and small, to contribute to empowering minorities to have successful businesses. With greater representation of minorities in leadership positions, the workforce becomes more diverse, which leads to new innovations and progress. ways to get involved include:
- Become a member
- Attend events
- Sponsor events
- Join the board of directors
- Make donations
- Volunteer your time
