Hispanic Business Initiative Fund About HBIF

Fundraising Events

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Fundraising Events
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About HBIF

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About HBIF
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The Hispanic Business Initiative Fund of Florida, Inc. (HBIF) is the leading Hispanic nonprofit economic development organization in Florida specializing in bilingual business development to Hispanic entrepreneurs trying to establish or expand their business.

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History

The Hispanic Business Initiative Fund West Coast, Inc. was established in 1991 in Tampa, Florida through the leadership of community leaders who identified the need for technical assistance and support for Hispanic entrepreneurs in the area.

The Hispanic Business Initiative Fund of Greater Orlando, Inc., a non-profit 501c3 organization, was established in 1995, through the leadership of former Orange County Chairman Linda Chapin, Orlando Mayor Glenda Hood, Orange County Commissioner Mary I. Johnson and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando.�

Since July 1, 2008 both organizations have merged into HBIF Florida, Inc. Together, the organization has become the largest of its kind in the state of Florida. The merge allows HBIF to cover a larger demographic area and continue to provide Hispanic businesses with a variety of management training programs and services not currently available due to cultural and language barriers. The implementation of this initiative enhances opportunities for Hispanic businesses by providing them with the necessary tools to build successful enterprises.

Board of Directors

B. Johnson, Hispanic Business Initiative Fund — Wed, 26 May 2010 19:30:46 GMT

Board of Directors
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Career Opportunities

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Career Opportunities
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HISPANIC BUSINESS INITIATIVE FUND
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

The Hispanic Business Initiative Fund (HBIF) is seeking interns for the SUMMER 2010 and FALL 2010 semesters.� HBIF is the leading Hispanic nonprofit economic development organization that specializes in providing free bilingual assistance to Hispanic entrepreneurs establishing or expanding their business in Florida.

HBIF strives to provide a professional learning environment for students seeking an internship.�

INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION

The internship program at HBIF is best suited for students whose majors are business, economics, or marketing. The organization offers business consulting services to Hispanic entrepreneurs in Florida and most of the work involved is business related.

In addition, it is important for the student to be proficient in Spanish since the organization's clientele is predominantly Hispanic, with a substantial number speaking little English. There will be many instances in which Spanish is needed during client meetings, orientation sessions and telephone interviews.
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Computer skills are a requirement as the student will be researching online, updating databases, calculating attendance and writing press releases and letters in English and in Spanish.

The student also will be involved in event planning, seminar coordination and may be required to help develop media kits, sponsorship packages, invitations and introduction letters for the organization's two major yearly fundraising events.

Other tasks will include shadowing a Business Development Specialist in the process of assisting clients with their business needs and attending networking sessions of key community partner organizations.

For more information about HBIF, please visit www.hbifflorida.org or contact Rosalina Stober at 407-428-5872 or via e-mail at rstober@hbifflorida.org.

Partners

B. Johnson, Hispanic Business Initiative Fund — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:47:30 GMT

Partners
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HBIF has developed strategic partnerships with various government entities and community organizations that provide support to the small/minority business community. Such organizations include:

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Client Success

B. Johnson, Hispanic Business Initiative Fund — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:29:17 GMT

Client Success
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Mission & Vision

B. Johnson, Hispanic Business Initiative Fund — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 20:49:06 GMT

Mission & Vision
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Mission

To strengthen the economy of Florida through quality business development and training to Hispanic entrepreneurs.

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Vision

To emphasize the power of economic opportunity and act as a catalyst for positive community change by contributing to the growth and success of Hispanic-owned businesses.