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On September 1, 2023, history was made when the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (AZHCC) received the prestigious and historic $3 million dollar/4-year Capital Readiness Program (CRP) grant. The AZHCC’s CRP received generous funding from the United States Federal Government and several financial institutions. We provide business development services for all socially and economically disadvantaged business owners and entrepreneurs across the nation, ensuring they have the necessary information and resources to start, scale, and remain competitive.
THE AZHCC’S CAPITAL READINESS PROGRAM IS THE HOME FOR ALL BUSINESSES ™ FREE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES INCLUDE: • One-On-One Confidential Business Consulting • On-Demand Customized Training • Credit Building Resources • Access to Capital - Traditional & Alternative Lending • Bonding & Insurance for Businesses & Professionals • Bookkeeping & Accounting Resources • Contracts & Procurement Opportunities • Financial Education • Introductions to Legal Education Advisors & Attorneys • Global Exporting Assistance • Marketing & Branding – Capability Statements/Website Review • Inclusive eCommerce Services • Pitch Competition Prep & Investor Connections • Workforce Development & Training Resources (access to grant opportunities) PARTNERS
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GROW Let’s dream bigger. Let’s achieve more. Together let’s elevate your business towards greater success. You are ready, and so are we.
The U.S. Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) works to actively promote the domestic and global growth and competitiveness of U.S. businesses owned by socially or economically disadvantaged individuals. Operated by the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce since 1997 the Arizona MBDA Business Center provides customized business development services that help your company expand its customer base, enter new markets, and gain greater access to contracting opportunities!
Christina Mercado-Gonzalez, MIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
christina@nabedc.com
We’ve made it our business to help you cultivate yours — we are where businesses come to GROW!
Financial Services: • Financial assessments, loan packaging, and facilitation • Access to an expansive network of capital sources including alternative, traditional, and private investors; and export financing
Rita Skinner
SR. BUSINESS CONSULTANT
rita@arizonambdacenter.com
• Specialized consultations for building scale and capacity through strategic growth alternatives (investment, mergers, acquisitions and/or joint ventures)
Technical Services • Identification of procurement opportunities • Assistance with business certification, bid preparation, and post-award contract support
Stephanie Soto, MPA BUSINESS CONSULTANT
stephanies@azhcc.com
• Export-readiness assessment and preparation
Arizona MBDA Business Center | www.arizonambdacenter.com
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