On behalf of the recently formed Central Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (CWHCC)

We are cordially extending the invitation to become a member.  The CWHCC promotes Hispanic businesses and other professionals throughout Yakima Valley & Central Washington who supports cultural events that contribute to the appreciation of our diversity.  Our members will represent diversified backgrounds demographics, professions and businesses. We take great pride in our organization for being a venue for Hispanic and other entrepreneurs, leaders and professionals throughout the Yakima Valley and Central Washington. We invite you to become part of something special and the great opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause. We encourage you to take advantage of the great opportunities that this organization has to offer. We will strive to provide you with the support of our CWHCC familia.

Very truly yours,
Central Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (CWHCC)

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Upcoming Events

Latino Business, Consumer, & Career Expo. 

Sunday March 25, 2012 Yakima Convention Center, 12- 6 PM. 

The Largest Latino Business, Consumer, Career and Bridal Expo in Washington! This expo is unlike any other.  It is also a Bridal & Quinceañera Expo so be assured you will see the most beautiful Bridal & Quinceañera Fashion Shows showcasing the beautiful culture and traditions of a Latin wedding sponsored by Fashion Corner along with the best Mariachis in the state! It’s also a business, consumer and career expo, attendees will be looking for jobs and learning how to dress for an interview thanks to the business attire fashion show sponsored by Walmart.                        

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO.

 

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News & Updates

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Spotlight: Influential Hispanics

 

Steven González King County Superior Court Judge Steven Gonzalez, who prosecuted one of the nation’s most high-profile terrorism cases, was named to the Washington State Supreme Court and will be the second Latino justice on the state’s high court.   The new justice formerly worked as a criminal prosecutor with the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Seattle.  He was involved with the prosecution of Ahmed Ressam, the Los Angeles-bound, Algerian-born terrorist with a trunk full of bomb explosives who was apprehended by U.S. Customs in Port Angeles in 1999.

 

 

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Quick Facts: According to the Pew Hispanic Center "The median age of Native-Born Hispanics in Washington State is 14 years. The median age of Foreign-Born Hispanics is 35 years."