Hispanic Business Coalition - The Osceola Chamber

09/23/2026

Congrats to the winners and finalists at today’s Coalitions Impact Awards Breakfast hosted by our Coalitions Council!

2026 Hispanic Business Impact Award Winner:

BOLD Hispanic Market Consulting, Ana Carolina Salazar, Founder & CEO

2026 Hispanic Leadership Award Winner: Iris Soto, Osceola County

09/18/2026

We are so excited for the lineup of performers at Viva Osceola 2026! On October 11th drop by Kissimmee Lakefront Park Festival Lawn between 1:00 and 7:00 pm for performances from Michael Stuart, Los DPR, LuiFer, and Mexico Lindo - Folkloric Ballet, Orlando, plus great food, business vendors, fun for kids, and more!

Looking for a booth space? Contact Paola at [email protected]!

08/25/2026

Introducing the final finalist for the 2026 Hispanic Leadership Award - Iris Soto-Zayas with the Osceola County Board of County Commissioners! We will celebrate all of our nominees and announce the winner at our 2026 Coalitions Impact Awards Breakfast on September 23! Register now to reserve your spot: bit.ly/ImpactAwardsSept23

Meet Iris:
Iris N. Soto serves as Executive Administrative Assistant to the County Manager and Chief Operating Officer for the Osceola County Board of County Commissioners, with more than 30 years of distinguished administrative and executive support experience. Bilingual and widely respected for her discretion, work ethic, and steadfast dedication to others, Iris believes that public service begins with people — and with listening. Much of her impact has come quietly, behind the scenes, where her steady hand and careful attention have kept people, processes, and priorities moving forward.

Iris joined Osceola County Government in 1997 and steadily advanced through roles in Planning, Grants and Housing Administration, the Public Information Office, and the County Commission before stepping into her current executive role. In the nearly three decades of public service, she has helped Spanish-speaking families navigate housing and homeownership programs, supported Hurricane Maria recovery efforts and the County’s COVID-19 response, assisted families affected by the Pulse tragedy, participated in Emergency Operations Center activations, and lent her support to town halls and countless community initiatives — often working unseen to ensure things ran smoothly, even in the County’s most difficult moments.

08/25/2026

We are proud to announce the second finalist for the 2026 Hispanic Leadership Award - Marta Negron with MIDFLORIDA Credit Union! We can't wait to present this award and many more at our 2026 Coalitions Impact Awards Breakfast on September 23! We would love to see you there: bit.ly/ImpactAwardsSept23

Meet Marta:
Marta Negron is a seasoned financial services leader serving as Senior Vice President II / Regional Manager, with a proven track record of driving business growth, developing high-performing teams and building strong relationships throughout the communities she serves.

Throughout her career, Marta has been committed to delivering exceptional client experiences, empowering team members to reach their full potential, and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence. Her leadership style is rooted in integrity, trust, and a passion for helping others succeed.
Known for her strategic vision and people-first approach, Marta takes pride in mentoring emerging leaders, cultivating meaningful partnerships, and creating opportunities that support both organizational success and community impact. She believes that lasting success is built through strong relationships, continuous growth, and a genuine commitment to serving others.

Beyond her professional responsibilities, Marta is actively involved with nonprofit organizations and community initiatives dedicated to supporting individuals, families, and local businesses.
She believes that strong leadership extends beyond the workplace and into the communities we serve. Through volunteerism, advocacy, and community engagement, she strives to make a positive difference and create opportunities for others to succeed.

08/25/2026

Meet the first finalist for our 2026 Hispanic Leadership Award - SouthState Bank's Monica Medina! The winner will be announced at our 2026 Coalitions Impact Awards Breakfast on September 23. Register to join us here: bit.ly/ImpactAwardsSept23

Monica Medina is a Consumer Bank Market Manager with SouthState Bank, where she has dedicated more than 20 years to serving clients, developing teams, and building strong community relationships. Throughout her career, she has earned the trust of colleagues and customers alike through her commitment to service, leadership, and professional excellence.

About Monica:
A proud Hispanic leader, Monica is passionate about creating opportunities for others through mentorship, financial education, and community involvement. She serves as an Ambassador for the Osceola Chamber of Commerce and actively supports nonprofit organizations that strengthen and empower local families.
One of Monica's proudest achievements is building a successful career in banking while remaining deeply engaged in her community, helping individuals, families, and small businesses achieve their financial goals. Her dedication to both professional excellence and community service has made a lasting impact throughout Osceola County.

Monica believes leadership is about service, integrity, and helping others succeed. She is honored to be recognized as a finalist for the Hispanic Leadership Award.

08/18/2026

We had a full house at today’s Hispanic Business Coalition meeting at Northbridge University - Kissimmee to hear from US Rep Darren Soto on workforce development. Thanks also goes to Kristen Arrington for Florida and Kissimmee Police Chief Charles Broadway for joining us, and to our attendees for asking some excellent questions!

08/12/2026

🎶🎺SAVE THE DATE!🥁🎵

Viva Osceola is back on October 11 at Kissimmee Lakefront Park Festival Lawn!!

Interested in vendor or sponsor info? Contact Paola at [email protected]!

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¡NO TE OLVIDES! 🎶🥁🎼🎤🎺🎵
Regresa Viva Osceola
El domingo 11 de octubre
En Kissimmee LakeFront Park
¿Quieres ser patrocinador?
¿Interesado en un puesto?
Contacta a Paola: [email protected]

07/31/2026

On August 18 our Hispanic Business Coalition - The Osceola Chamber will hear from Congressman Darren Soto on workforce development.

As always, Coalition meetings are open to members and non-members. Please RSVP if you plan to attend: bit.ly/HBCAug18

06/24/2026

05/19/2026

Thank you Osceola County Sheriff's Office and Sheriff Chris Blackmon!