The Long Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (LIHCC) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1988 to advance the business needs of Long Island’s Hispanic community. It serves both Nassau and Suffolk counties and supports Latino-owned and minority-owned businesses at every stage.
The LIHCC offers regular networking events, professional development workshops, advocacy programs, and resource materials to help members grow. Its events bring together entrepreneurs, professionals, corporate partners, and community leaders, including signature gatherings like its annual Latina Hat Luncheon. The chamber also advocates for policies and funding that support minority-owned small businesses and works with the Long Island Association on shared small business initiatives.
The LIHCC is a strong fit for Latino-owned businesses looking for community, visibility, and support, as well as companies and professionals who want to build relationships with Long Island’s Hispanic business community.
Like most chambers, membership involves dues, and the value depends on how actively you take part in events and programs. For one-on-one business advising, the LIHCC can connect members with partners like the SBDCs and SCORE.
For Long Island’s growing number of Latino entrepreneurs, the LIHCC offers a network built around shared experiences and goals.