Investors

from Hispanic Chamber Directorio 2020

Excelencia Gala

FACTS AND STATISTICS ON LOUISIANA’S HISPANIC COMMUNITY

The CDC’s weighted population data determined that 26% of COVID-19 deaths in the United States were among Hispanic people.

About 70% of Latino firms are owned by people born in the United States. In other words, two out of three businesses are owned by U.S.- born Latinos while one out of three are owned by immigrant Latinos.

115,054 immigrant workers accounted for 4% of the Louisiana civilian labor force in 2018.

Louisiana residents in immigrant-led households had $3.5 billion in spending power in 2018.

More than 20% of New Orleans Parish and Jefferson Parish’s Hispanic residents have tested positive for COVID-19.

80% of jobs in the U.S are created by small businesses.

195,027 Louisiana residents were born abroad. 23,310 immigrant business owners accounted for 10 percent of all self-employed Louisiana residents in 2018 and generated $438.9 million in business income.

Today, the fastest growing Latino communities are in: North Dakota, Alabama, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Louisiana, South Dakota and Utah.

Latinos will make up 75% of labor growth

in the next 10 years.

18.5% of U.S. residents reported Hispanic or Latino origins in 2019

In 2018, immigrants in Louisiana paid over $1.2 billion in taxes. $415.3 million went to state and local taxes, $791.2 million went to federal taxes.

Since 2010, the foreign-born population in Louisiana increased by about 66,647

Only 16.2% of Latino Americans can work from home.

TESTIMONIOS

“My relationship with the Hispanic Chamber expands to over a decade and still continues to be instrumental in the development and growth of The Calling Card. From enrolling in the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, to participating in networking opportunities and seminars, HCCL works hard at ensuring we stay current with key information and resources that every business needs to stay on top. Thank you, HCCL, for all you do!”

Freda A. Paz Owner and Creative Director The Calling Card, LLC

“Metairie Bank is extremely proud to be a partner and member with the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana. As a member, Metairie Bank continues to receive incredible benefits. Whether attending a networking event, sponsored luncheon, fundraising program or virtual meeting, there are countless ways to be involved. One of Metairie Bank’s slogans is, “We Connect with You.” Being a member of HCCL has been valuable in connecting to the Hispanic community and building loyal customer relationships. HCCL offers many avenues to attract, connect, and retain relationships with customers, Hispanicowned businesses and other HCCL business partners. Through our membership, we have the benefit of different media outlets to deliver Metairie Bank’s brand awareness and to stay connected to our customers. Our partnership with HCCL is important to the impact and success we are committed to delivering to the Hispanic community. The Chamber is highly responsive to serve as a liaison to recruit talented bi-lingual candidates and is a factor to the morale and retention of our employees. Metairie Bank employees are engaged to give back to the community by serving on the board, different committees and fundraising events, which enhances their professional and leadership skills. HCCL is a great partner and thoroughly supports Metairie Bank’s commitment to serve and provide the necessary product and services, which promotes the economic growth and well-being of the Hispanic community.”

Robbin Hardee Vice President of Retail Banking Metairie Bank “I am honored to be a member of an organization which supports Hispanic businesses and their associations in the State of Louisiana. I am also proud to be involved with furthering the economic growth, development and promotion of the Hispanic business community. I would like to thank the HCCL for the opportunity to be involved in this process through social gatherings, conventions and job fairs. My experiences with the Chamber have been very rewarding and educational.”

Rene’ Weaver New Orleans District Recruiter Sherwin-Williams

“Delta Administrative Services chose to partner with the HCCL because it actively promotes the economic growth, development and interests of Hispanic-owned businesses. They help the Hispanic community engage with a network of progressive people, businesses, government agencies and financial institutions to help grow their businesses. As a company, we thought we would support these efforts and create wealth within this community by creating a “Workforce Heroes” program that would help both the Chamber and the Hispanic community connect with job opportunities and place impacted individuals into jobs. Besides stimulating the economy through employment opportunities otherwise not available under normal circumstances, we hope our actions will encourage other businesses to support non-profit entities and assist their efforts in continuing to serve their constituents.”

David Lawrence President Delta Administrative Services