Hispanic Roundtable

This workshop celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month by highlighting Hispanic and Latino owned small businesses right here in Central Illinois. Starting a business is not easy, and Latino and Hispanic entrepreneurs face unique challenges. Let us recognize and visit with several who are finding their way to success. We are excited to feature a panel of four local entrepreneurs in a discussion led by our moderator. Hear about the entrepreneurial journeys from four local Hispanic business owners:   ⋅ What inspired them to start their businesses?   ⋅ What obstacles have they overcome?   ⋅ What challenges remain?   ⋅ What resources have they discovered along the way?   ⋅ What sets them apart from their competitors?   ⋅ What innovation or impact makes them most proud of their business?   ⋅ What are they working on next?   ⋅ Additional questions from the audience Attendees will gain a perspective on entrepreneurship in our community that is often overlooked. Together we will learn about challenges that exist and ways these small business owners have worked over, around, or through various obstacles on their way to business success.