Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Bridgeport, Inc

11/12/2026

Start your morning with coffee, conversation, and CONNECTION. ☕️

Our next Encuentro AM is bringing HCCGB members together at Frenchies at The August for a morning centered on meaningful relationships, new introductions, and getting to know the people behind the businesses in our community.

Because sometimes one conversation can lead to a referral, a collaboration, a new resource, or simply a stronger connection to the people around you.

📅 Thursday, November 19
⏰ 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
📍 Frenchies at The August
45 E Main St, Bridgeport, CT 06608

Exclusive to HCCGB members. Registration is required. Link in Bio

Enjoy coffee and morning bites while connecting with fellow members, sharing what you do, and learning more about the businesses within our community.

We’ll see you at Encuentro AM! ❤️

10/29/2026

The success of the Latino Business Expo was ultimately about the people who chose to be part of it.

Some came to support a local business. Others were looking for resources, professional connections, potential partners, or simply an opportunity to become more involved in the business community.

Whatever brought you through the doors, your participation mattered.

Every conversation, introduction, question, purchase, and connection contributed to an environment where businesses could gain visibility and people could discover new opportunities within their own community.

HCCGB can create the space, but it is the businesses, professionals, partners, and community members who give that space its value.

Thank you for showing up and investing your time in one another. We hope the relationships and resources discovered that day continue well beyond the Expo.

10/27/2026

Year after year, we bring back the Latino Lending Forum because access to capital continues to be one of the most important conversations for our small business community! 💼

It’s about more than funding. It’s about understanding your options, building relationships with financial institutions, and knowing how to prepare your business for growth.

This year’s forum, moderated by Moraima Gutierrez from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), brought together banking and lending professionals for an open conversation about accessing capital, preparing for financing, and building stronger banking relationships.

Business owners had the opportunity to ask questions directly, explore lending options, and connect with the people who can help them take that next step.

A huge thank you to Liberty Bank , Newtown Savings Bank , Grow Amercia, Community Econ. Develop. Fund , M&T Bank , Pursuit , and Webster Bank for showing up year after year, sharing their expertise, and helping make these conversations more accessible to our community.

Because access to information matters, but access to the right people can make all the difference.

We’re proud to continue creating spaces where meaningful conversations turn into opportunities for our business community. ❤️

LatinoBusinessExpo

10/27/2026

WOW… what an incredible turnout! ❤️

The 2026 Latino Business Expo took over Bridgeport, bringing together entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, and community leaders from across Connecticut and around the country! 🌎

From showcasing incredible businesses and discovering new resources to making introductions, exchanging ideas, and building meaningful connections, the room was FULL of energy, ambition, and OPPORTUNITY!
And that’s exactly why we do this.

Because when we bring people together, we’re doing more than networking. We’re creating visibility, opening doors, celebrating entrepreneurship, and showing just how powerful our business community can be when we come together.

Hosted in Bridgeport, with connections reaching far beyond our city and state! That’s the kind of impact we’re proud to create.

To our sponsors, exhibitors, community partners, volunteers, and everyone who traveled near and far to be part of this experience, THANK YOU! You brought the energy, the passion, and the connections that made this event unforgettable.

We hope you walked away with new relationships, fresh ideas, exciting opportunities, and maybe even your next big collaboration! 😉

This is more than an Expo. This is a MOVEMENT of businesses supporting businesses, communities uplifting communities, and opportunities being created TOGETHER! ❤️

And trust us… we’re just getting started! 🚀

Entrepreneurship SmallBusiness CommunityImpact

10/26/2026

Fernanda and Andrea spent the morning at the University of Bridgeport for the Social Equity Council R2 Capacity Building Program onboarding!

We’re excited to share that HCCGB has received a grant that will help bring our Small Business Experiences Series to life in 2027! ❤️

For us, this means more opportunities to create spaces where small business owners can learn, connect, ask questions, access resources, and grow alongside others who understand the journey.

This support allows us to continue doing what matters most: bringing practical education, meaningful connections, and opportunities directly into our business community.
We’re incredibly grateful to the Social Equity Council for investing in this work and to the University of New Haven and Tow Youth Justice Institute for their support throughout this initiative.

2027, we’re coming for you! ❤️

ConnecticutBusiness

10/16/2026

CEDF is thrilled to be par of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Greater Bridgeport, Inc event today. Stop by and see us!

10/16/2026

Today is the day and it wouldn’t be possible without our 2026 Latino Business Expo Sponsors and Partners!

A special GRACIAS to our Corporate, Title, Media, and Platinum Sponsors for helping bring this year’s Expo to life!

Your support helps us create opportunities for Latino entrepreneurs, spotlight local businesses, and bring nuestra comunidad together.

👏 Corporate Sponsor: M&T Bank 
👏 Title Sponsor: Christopher Cabanillas 
👏 Media Sponsors: Viva! Radio & STAR 99.9

And to all our incredible Platinum Sponsors, thank you for investing in the growth of our business community!

Swipe through to meet the sponsors making today possible! ➡️

There’s still time to join us! Come support 50+ local vendors, connect with business owners, and celebrate Latino entrepreneurship.

🔗 Register through the link in our bio!



Today is the day and it wouldn’t be possible without our 2026 Latino Business Expo Sponsors and Partners!

We’re proud to recognize the Gold Sponsors of the 2026 HCCGB Latino Business Expo!

From local businesses to community organizations, each of these sponsors plays a part in creating opportunities and supporting Latino entrepreneurship across Connecticut.

¡Gracias por ser parte de nuestra comunidad y por ayudarnos a seguir creciendo!

Swipe through to meet our Gold Sponsors! ➡️

There’s still time to join us! Come support 50+ local vendors, connect with business owners, and celebrate Latino entrepreneurship.

🔗 Register through the link in our bio!



Today is the day and it wouldn’t be possible without our 2026 Latino Business Expo Sponsors and Partners!

Our Latino Business Lending Forum is all about connecting entrepreneurs with financial institutions and resources that can support their next stage of growth.

A special thank you to our participating partners:
🏦 Community Econ. Develop. Fund 
🏦 Newtown Savings Bank 
🏦 Webster Bank
🏦 Liberty Bank
🏦 Pursuit 
🏦 M&T Bank
🏦 Grow America

Swipe through to meet the sponsors making today possibl

10/15/2026

Tomorrow, we’re bringing Connecticut’s Latino business community together for the 2026 HCCGB Latino Business Expo!

With 50+ local vendors, business resources, networking opportunities, and plenty of celebración, there’s something for everyone!

⭐️ LATINO BUSINESS EXPO | 2–5 PM
Discover and support 50+ local businesses, meet the entrepreneurs behind them, shop from vendors, and enjoy delicious food from our community.

💼 LATINO BUSINESS LENDING FORUM | 5:30–6:30 PM
Looking to grow your business? Connect with financial institutions, explore funding opportunities, and learn about resources available to help take your business to the next level.

🍷 LATINO BUSINESS AFTER HOURS | 6:30–8 PM
And because we know how to celebrate, we’re closing out the evening with networking, music, and a little fiesta! Come make new connections and celebrate nuestra comunidad.

Muchas gracias to the sponsors and partners making this event possible!

👏 Corporate Sponsor: M&T Bank
👏 Title Sponsor: Cabanillas Tu Abogado
👏 Latino Business After Hours Sponsors: KeyBank & Durango Insurance Agency, Inc. - Norwalk
👏 Media Sponsors: Viva Radio & STAR 99.9 FM

And thank you to our Latino Lending Forum partners: Community Economic Development Fund, Newtown Savings Bank, Webster Bank, Liberty Bank, Pursuit, M&T Bank, and Grow America - formerly NDC

📅 Friday, October 16, 2026
📍 The Knowlton | 305 Knowlton St, Bridgeport, CT

There’s still time to join us: https://www.hccgb.org/upcoming-events

¡Nos vemos mañana! 🎉

Explore upcoming HCCGB networking events, workshops and Latino business expos in Bridgeport, CT. View dates, locations and registration details.

10/12/2026

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

On October 16, the Latino Business Expo is bringing together local businesses, entrepreneurs, professionals, community organizations, and people who simply want to connect with what’s happening around them.

You might meet a business you want to support. You might find a resource you didn’t know existed. You might have one conversation that leads to a future client, partnership, referral, or opportunity.

That’s why we want you there.

📅 Friday, October 16
⏰ 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
📍 The Knowlton, Bridgeport

The event is free and open to the public, but we need you to RSVP so we can properly prepare for everyone joining us.

If you’ve been thinking about coming, don’t wait.

Register today through the link in our bio and send this to someone you want to bring with you.

A big thank you to Viva! Radio for helping us spread the word and bring even more of our community into the room.

10/10/2026

Some of the most meaningful opportunities start with a simple conversation.

The Art of Networking is about creating space for entrepreneurs, professionals, and community members to come together, learn from one another, and build relationships that can grow far beyond one evening.

Hispanic Federation, in collaboration with HCCGB and Better Business Bureau, is bringing this final session to Cromwell with local business leaders sharing their experiences, lessons, and perspectives on what it really means to build genuine connections.

📅 Tuesday, October 20
⏰ 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
📍 Better Business Bureau
29 Berlin Rd, Cromwell, CT

This is the final Art of Networking session in the series, and we’d love to see our community come together for one more evening of learning, conversation, and connection.

Reserve your spot through the link in our bio.