ChamberNews - January 3, 2025

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During a segment on Enfoque Telemundo 47 on December 15, 2024, strategies were discussed to help local businesses capitalize on the opportunities brought by this international event.

The Chamber emphasizes the importance of Hispanic businesses preparing adequately to maximize the economic and visibility benefits that come with the World Cup. Business owners are encouraged to explore business opportunities related to the event and to develop strategic plans to take advantage of them.

During the December 15, 2024 segment of "Enfoque Telemundo 47," the candidates discussed key issues for the state, including the economy, education, and public safety. Each candidate outlined their plans and strategies to address these topics, offering voters a clear view of their political platforms ahead of the upcoming elections.

FIFA just announced an opportunity to provide Transport & Arrivals Services for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ (FCWC25). Through this RFP, FIFA seeks suppliers that ensure adequate transportation, staffing, and resource allocation throughout the tournament.

If suppliers are interesting in submitting a package, an ITB (Intent to Bid) form must be submitted by Wednesday, December 11th.

Hispanic/Latine Behavioral Health Policy Academy Students Application

"Your Health Is Our Priority" The Hispanic/Latino Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (H/LBH CoE) is pleased to announce the H/L Behavioral Health Policy Academy 2025. Up to 10 Hispanic/Latine students pursing a bachelor’s degree or graduate studies in psychology, counseling, social work, public health or related fields will be selected to be part of the Academy to complete a practicum, capstone or end of year project. We are looking for students who are excited about Hispanic/Latine mental and behavioral health, policy and public issues and promoting change interested in: • Supporting states and nonprofits organizations in crafting a public policy plan with multisectoral stakeholders’ collaboration, • Facilitating and moderating public policy discussions among partners and collaborators, • Offering administrative and coordination support for a public policy academy, • Learning new knowledge from public policy experts and, • becoming a future provider and mentor regarding public policy issues.

In addition to completing your project, students will: • Received a $500 stipend at the beginning and end of your project ($1,000 per student). • Get paid air fares, lodging and per diem for in-person academy assistance. • Obtain support from your advisor/ supervisor, since it is required that a professor from your university and concentration commits to support you during the project. • Perform tasks related with the planning and implementation of the public policy academy of the Hispanic/Latino Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (https://hispaniclatinobehavioralhealth.org/) funded by SAMHSA. The Center’s mission is to advance and support the sustainability of behavioral health equity by promoting communitydriven, culturally grounded, and person-centered prevention, intervention, multiple pathways of recovery, and recovery support for diverse Hispanic and Latine communities.

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Fitch Ratings has revised the Rating Outlook on the Issuer Default Rating (IDR) and bond rating for New Jersey City University to Stable from Negative, the rating organization announced on Nov. 13.

Fitch has also affirmed the ‘BB+’ IDR and bond rating on approximately $136 million of outstanding par (FYE 2023) New Jersey Educational Facilities Authority (NJEFA) bonds, series 2007F, 2010G, 2015A, 2016D, 2021A and 2021B, issued on behalf of NJCU.

The Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey’s Hospitality Fiesta at the recent League of Municipalities was the place to be – if you were an elected official.

Almost every announced candidate for governor stopped by as did a number of state and municipal officials.

On the day that President-elect Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo had their first phone call – and first disagreement about what was actually said about immigration and the border – a more genial conversation was taking place in a meeting hall in Passaic.

This past summer, New Jersey shined as a host of Copa América games, showcasing our diversity, resilience and love for the beautiful game. Now, as we prepare to host the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 and the FIFA World Cup 2026, we have a once-in-ageneration opportunity to uplift minority business owners who are the backbone of our local economy.

Ay Chihuahua founder and owner Alfonso Hernandez knew he wanted to start his own business. I wanted to have more than just a job,” he said. He knew he wanted to prepare fresh food from his native Mexico. “I found that people were looking for better food offerings,” he said.

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