Hispanic Business Leaders Head to Washington, D.C. to Shape America's Economic Future

Business leaders from across the United States are set to gather for the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's (USHCC) annual Legislative Summit in Washington, D.C. from May 18 to 20, 2026. The summit aims to advance opportunities for sustaining economic momentum in America.

"Latinos in the U.S. contribute over $4 trillion to the American economy," said Ramiro A. Cavazos, USHCC president and CEO. "Making their contributions to wages, job creation, and regional prosperity indispensable to sustained economic growth."

Currently, there are over 5 million Hispanic-owned businesses in America, employing over 3 million individuals and generating more than $653 billion in total revenue, with an annual payroll exceeding $124.4 billion. An analysis by the Brookings Institution indicates that increasing the share of Hispanic-owned businesses to match the Hispanic population would result in an additional 812,440 businesses, generating $1.1 trillion in revenue and $250 billion in payroll.

This year’s FIFA World Cup, coinciding with the celebration of America 250, presents an opportunity to unlock billions of dollars in economic activity from Latino businesses and consumers, according to a report by McKinsey.

Leaders from key government agencies and industries will discuss the sectors driving today’s economy, including the anticipated impacts of emerging federal AI policies and the influence of the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) on innovation and economic growth. The summit will also address the legislative landscape affecting financial services and small businesses, focusing on access to capital, regulatory compliance, digital innovation, taxation, and workforce development.

"With midterm elections only a few months away, this is a critical chance for some of the most dynamic leaders of business growth in the United States to gather and share critical insights into what is necessary to keep America on a path of prosperity," said USHCC Chairwoman Jackie Puente.