Hispanic business leaders from across the country have convened at a Houston hotel for the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 2015 National Convention, which will run through Tuesday.
In addition to networking, it’s an opportunity to hear from prominent CEOs, including Tom Greco at Frito-Lay North America and Manolo Sánchez at BBVA Compass, and politicians including presidential hopeful Jeb Bush. About 6,000 people are expected to attend.
In advance of the convention, chamber CEO and President Javier Palomarez talked with the Houston Chronicle. Excerpts, condensed and edited for clarity, follow:
Q: What are the major issues facing Hispanic business owners?
A: Probably the major issue facing all small businesses is access to credit and capital. All American small businesses want to continue to grow. READ MORE AT SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS NEWS
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