May 28, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Program Contact: Jazmin Gutierrez, Director of Business Development
Jazmin.Gutierrez@fwhcc.org, Office: 817-625-5411
The Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce teams up with Bank of America to host inaugural Latinx Business Pitch Competition
Fort Worth, Texas – The Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with premier sponsor Bank of America, is excited to announce the inaugural Latinx Business Pitch Competition, a new event to support local entrepreneurs and small businesses. This event will give startups and aspiring business owners the opportunity to pitch their business concepts to a panel of judges for the chance to win direct capital and additional in-kind services to support their business growth.
“Our goal is to create an inviting stage for new and aspiring entrepreneurs to share their innovative ideas with our FWHCC community that is eager to support them,” said Anette Landeros, President and CEO of the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
“Partnering with the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to launch the Latinx Business Pitch Competition rings true to Bank of America’s mission in two key ways: in our commitment to connecting entrepreneurs to the resources needed to succeed, and in our efforts to advance economic opportunity for diverse business owners,” said Mike Pavell, President, Bank of America Fort Worth. “We are thrilled to be a part of this transformative event and look forward to seeing the fresh ideas proposed by our hardworking local entrepreneurs.”
All applicants will be required to attend the June 4th “What Are Lenders Looking For?” boot-camp presented by Bank of America, where they will hone their pitch and will be paired with a business pitch coach. Five finalists will be selected to pitch their business to a panel of judges and audience. The winner of the Latinx Business Pitch competition will receive $3,000 to assist with startup expenses and growth capital.
Applications are due May 31st. Anyone interested in participating can apply online and find out more information via the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce website: www.fwhcc.org/latinxpitch.
Eligibility Requirements
Startup or Aspiring Entrepreneur. Existing businesses must be in operation less than two years.
Tarrant County-Based. Existing businesses must be located in Tarrant County. Aspiring entrepreneurs must be residents of Tarrant County.
Business Registration Required. Business registration certification from either Tarrant County or the State of Texas must be submitted.
Business Plan Required. The FWHCC has templates and will be hosting educational sessions to assist with business plans.
Must Attend “What Are Lenders Looking For?” Workshop hosted by Bank of America.
About the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
The mission of the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FWHCC) is to foster a vibrant economic environment for our members, individuals, and the greater Fort Worth area. With a vision of participating and contributing in building a better Fort Worth through inclusion and strategic partnerships, FWHCC helps Hispanic businesses start, expand and connect with other businesses, supports an educated workforce and engages and serves our community.
The FWHCC is a dynamic force in promoting international trade and continued overall development for its membership as well as the area’s economic community. The FWHCC strives to serve its membership through business and professional seminars and workshops, networking opportunities and business procurement assistance. For more information, visit us at: www.fwhcc.org.
About Bank of America
At Bank of America, we’re guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better, through the power of every connection. We’re delivering on this through responsible growth with a focus on our environmental, social and governance (ESG) leadership. ESG is embedded across our eight lines of business and reflects how we help fuel the global economy, build trust and credibility, and represent a company that people want to work for, invest in and do business with. It’s demonstrated in the inclusive and supportive workplace we create for our employees, the responsible products and services we offer our clients, and the impact we make around the world in helping local economies thrive. An important part of this work is forming strong partnerships with nonprofits and advocacy groups, such as community, consumer and environmental organizations, to bring together our collective networks and expertise to achieve greater impact. Learn more at about.bankofamerica.com, and connect with us on Twitter (@BofA_News).
For more Bank of America news, including dividend announcements and other important information, visit the Bank of America newsroom and register for news email alerts.
www.bankofamerica.com
Program Contact: Jazmin Gutierrez, Director of Business Development
Jazmin.Gutierrez@fwhcc.org, Office: 817-625-5411
The Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce teams up with Bank of America to host inaugural Latinx Business Pitch Competition
Fort Worth, Texas – The Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with premier sponsor Bank of America, is excited to announce the inaugural Latinx Business Pitch Competition, a new event to support local entrepreneurs and small businesses. This event will give startups and aspiring business owners the opportunity to pitch their business concepts to a panel of judges for the chance to win direct capital and additional in-kind services to support their business growth.
“Our goal is to create an inviting stage for new and aspiring entrepreneurs to share their innovative ideas with our FWHCC community that is eager to support them,” said Anette Landeros, President and CEO of the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
“Partnering with the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to launch the Latinx Business Pitch Competition rings true to Bank of America’s mission in two key ways: in our commitment to connecting entrepreneurs to the resources needed to succeed, and in our efforts to advance economic opportunity for diverse business owners,” said Mike Pavell, President, Bank of America Fort Worth. “We are thrilled to be a part of this transformative event and look forward to seeing the fresh ideas proposed by our hardworking local entrepreneurs.”
All applicants will be required to attend the June 4th “What Are Lenders Looking For?” boot-camp presented by Bank of America, where they will hone their pitch and will be paired with a business pitch coach. Five finalists will be selected to pitch their business to a panel of judges and audience. The winner of the Latinx Business Pitch competition will receive $3,000 to assist with startup expenses and growth capital.
Applications are due May 31st. Anyone interested in participating can apply online and find out more information via the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce website: www.fwhcc.org/latinxpitch.
Eligibility Requirements
Startup or Aspiring Entrepreneur. Existing businesses must be in operation less than two years.
Tarrant County-Based. Existing businesses must be located in Tarrant County. Aspiring entrepreneurs must be residents of Tarrant County.
Business Registration Required. Business registration certification from either Tarrant County or the State of Texas must be submitted.
Business Plan Required. The FWHCC has templates and will be hosting educational sessions to assist with business plans.
Must Attend “What Are Lenders Looking For?” Workshop hosted by Bank of America.
About the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
The mission of the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FWHCC) is to foster a vibrant economic environment for our members, individuals, and the greater Fort Worth area. With a vision of participating and contributing in building a better Fort Worth through inclusion and strategic partnerships, FWHCC helps Hispanic businesses start, expand and connect with other businesses, supports an educated workforce and engages and serves our community.
The FWHCC is a dynamic force in promoting international trade and continued overall development for its membership as well as the area’s economic community. The FWHCC strives to serve its membership through business and professional seminars and workshops, networking opportunities and business procurement assistance. For more information, visit us at: www.fwhcc.org.
About Bank of America
At Bank of America, we’re guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better, through the power of every connection. We’re delivering on this through responsible growth with a focus on our environmental, social and governance (ESG) leadership. ESG is embedded across our eight lines of business and reflects how we help fuel the global economy, build trust and credibility, and represent a company that people want to work for, invest in and do business with. It’s demonstrated in the inclusive and supportive workplace we create for our employees, the responsible products and services we offer our clients, and the impact we make around the world in helping local economies thrive. An important part of this work is forming strong partnerships with nonprofits and advocacy groups, such as community, consumer and environmental organizations, to bring together our collective networks and expertise to achieve greater impact. Learn more at about.bankofamerica.com, and connect with us on Twitter (@BofA_News).
For more Bank of America news, including dividend announcements and other important information, visit the Bank of America newsroom and register for news email alerts.
www.bankofamerica.com