New Hispanic business association in Hawaii – Latin Business Association of Hawaii (LBAH)

Recent Census Bureau reports indicate there are about 104,000 Hispanics in Hawaii (8% of population). These Hispanics hail from, or are descendants of citizens of, 22 Spanish-speaking countries. And while there are successful Hispanic businesspeople and professionals in various industries in the islands, we lacked a professionally-run Hispanic business organization of mainstream quality. In response to that need, the Latin Business Association of Hawaii — “LBAH” — was recently created.

The mission of LBAH is to: 1) promote and support the economic growth of Hawaii’s Hispanic businesses and individuals; and 2) to serve as a link between Hawaii Hispanic businesses and the global business community.

LBAH is a pan-Hispanic organization created by “cultural cousins”: two Puerto Ricans, a Mexican and a Cuban. The organization is based on the well-known Spanish proverb “Hoy por ti, mañana por mi.” (“Today for you, tomorrow for me”). Each member has a different set of knowledge, resources and contacts. He/she agrees to share those to help the businesses of fellow members grow and succeed.

We support positive, proactive activities in Hispanic education; civic leadership and community development; AND create business opportunities for our members. Our goal is to become the leading voice for Hispanic businesses and businesspeople in Hawaii.

You do not have to be Hispanic, or speak Spanish, to join LBAH. For more information, please call (808) 638-3098 or access our website at: www.latinbusinesshawaii.com.

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