Latino Chamber Foundation

History

The Latino Chamber Foundation, formally known as the Latino Chamber Development Corporation, was founded in 1997 by Mr. Joseph P. Roybal. The Foundation is made up of past Presidents, Board Chairs, and Board Members and also been referred to as the Past President's Council.

The Latino Chamber Foundation was established for the purpose of supporting education and charitable efforts within the community. Through efforts of its members, the Latino Chamber Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization was set up as a separate, yet closely affiliated entity to the Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo. Some of the activities and events the Latino Chamber Foundation has organized and hosted include, but are not limited to: Latino Chamber Development Leadership Series, Junior Latino Chamber Program, Latino Lifetime Achievement, and the Annual Joe T. Ulibarri Tostada Mexican Roast.

Mission/Vision Statement

Mission: The Latino Chamber Development Corporation, a 501(c)(3) organization, is committed to advocating and promoting leadership development in Pueblo with an emphasis on the Latino community. We accomplish this through direct programs and integrated community partnerships that focus on education, youth development, academic achievement, and civic involvement. The Latino Chamber Development Corporation partners with the Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo, sharing resources, and supporting the Latino Chamber's mission.

Vision: To be the recognized leader for leadership and educational development in the community.

2025 Events

Latino Leadership Development Institute of Pueblo: Are you ready to take the next step in your professional journey? In 2025, the Latino Chamber Foundation and the Latino Chamber of Commerce will once again be hosting the Annual Latino Leadership Development Institute of Pueblo! The Latino Leadership Development Institute of Pueblo is a multi-week educational series that provides business professionals the opportunity to develop valuable leadership skills and knowledge in a wide range of areas. The goal of the program is to create pathways and opportunities for the participants to pursue leadership roles and build relationships within the community. The program series will officially kick off on Friday, April 4^th and will conclude on Friday, May 2^nd.

20th Annual Joe T. Ulibarri Tostada: Mark your calendars for the Joe T. Ulibarri Tostada on Friday, May 9th 2025 at the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center! This light-hearted event honors a local leader that is mildly insulted, amused, embarrassed, and generally highlighted by friends and acquaintances as they recall old stories, jokes, appearances, and miscues over the years. This year’s honoree roastee is none other than the one and only Yanera McCulley-Sedillo also known as La Madrina de Bessemer. La Madrina will be "roasted" by friends, family, and other leaders while the audience gets a good laugh for a good cause.

Junior Latino Chamber Program: The Junior Latino Chamber Program allows middle school students to experience entrepreneurship by developing and working on their own business plan throughout the program. Students will learn how to develop a business description, product/service mix, marketing plan, operational plan, location analysis, and determine the different pathways to sell a product or service. This program affords students the opportunity to explore the possibilities of becoming the next generation of entrepreneurs, all while earning money just like a summer job. Students will receive a cash stipend at the completion of the program based on participation and performance and will be paid accordingly. This program models a real-life job that teaches students accountability, organization, and time management. This year the program will begin on Monday, July 7th and end on Thursday, July 31st.

18th Annual Latino Lifetime Award Ceremony: The Latino Chamber Foundation is excited to host the 18th Annual Latino Lifetime Achievement Award Ceremony! The Ceremony will be held in the Occhiato Ballroom on the CSU-Pueblo campus on Thursday, September 18th, 2025 at 11:30am. The Latino Lifetime Achievement Award intends to exemplify and honor individuals who have exhibited continuous and selfless contributions to the Hispanic community of Pueblo in any one or more of the following areas: business, education, government, humanitarian, non-profit, philanthropic, politics, and social. The recognition also depicts the progress predicated on vision, dedication, hard work, and courage.