Balance Energy Florida (BEF) is coalition of concerned consumers throughout Florida, energy companies, vendors, families, and Hispanic-owned businesses that are committed to supporting rational policies that preserve and promote Florida’s leading role in affordable energy and economic development. Learn More

Gap in Net Worth Grows Between Races in U.S.

Wealth disparities for middle-income Hispanics and blacks have worsened over the past three decades relative to white families, largely because of a lower likelihood of owning homes and retirement accounts, according to the Urban Institute. Read More

Tallahassee, FL (May 17, 2013) – Florida took a major step toward becoming more competitive today when Governor Rick Scott signed a bill into law eliminating the manufacturing and equipment sales tax. As a longtime supporter of reducing the manufacturing sales tax, the Florida Chamber of Commerce worked closely with our partners at the Manufacturing Association of Florida in supporting Governor Scott’s top priority. Read More

Time is running out! The Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring this year's Summit on Puerto Rican Affairs IV next week on May 16 & 17 in Orlando. Don't miss out this opportunity to network with the best Puerto Rican entrepreneurs and business owners in Florida. Register today at www.dynamiccdc.com