USHCC Foundation Director Jennifer Tarazon Named Visionary of the Year by the Latino Entrepreneurial Network

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Director of National Chamber Foundation Awarded for Outstanding Commitment to Entrepreneurs

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) today applauds USHCC Foundation Director Jennifer Tarazon for having been recognized as the 2011 Visionary of the Year by The Latino Entrepreneurial Network (LEN) of Southeast Wisconsin.

The LEN selected Tarazon to receive this recognition because of her firm passion and commitment to assisting entrepreneurs, individuals and chambers of commerce in realizing their entrepreneurial dreams.

"We have seen Jennifer demonstrate a true and unwavering commitment to the spirit of Hispanic entrepreneurship," says Latino Entrepreneurial Network President, Juan Alcaraz. "Through her leadership at the USHCC Foundation, groups like LEN are able to advance the education of our organization's leaders and members so that they can continue to develop successful, profitable businesses."

In her role as Foundation Director, Tarazon works to enhance the capacity of the USHCC's constituents by offering them technical assistance, educational support and alternative resources.  With these resources, constituents are able to build and strengthen their businesses in communities across the nation.

"Jennifer's drive and enthusiasm are apparent no matter what task she takes on, but her commitment to education is truly remarkable," says USHCC President and CEO Javier Palomarez. "Having spent much of her professional career supporting education initiatives in diverse communities, Jennifer's experience and leadership have propelled our Foundation forward, allowing us to educate entrepreneurs in a unique and meaningful way.  We at the USHCC are proud of Ms. Tarazon for being recognized as Visionary of the Year, and are grateful to the LEN of Southwest Wisconsin for this recognition."

Tarazon is a graduate of Smith College where she earned a B.A. in American Government and holds a J.D. from J. Reuben Clark School of Law, Brigham Young University.

About the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Founded in 1979, the USHCC actively promotes the economic growth and development of Hispanic entrepreneurs and represents the interests of nearly 3 million Hispanic-owned businesses in the United States that combined generate in excess of $420 billion annually. It also serves as the umbrella organization for more than 200 local Hispanic chambers and business associations in the United States and Puerto Rico. For more information, visit www.ushcc.com.

About the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation
The USHCC Foundation is committed to giving Hispanic entrepreneurs alternatives for life preparation and life-long learning by developing and implementing initiatives and educational campaigns to awaken and nurture their entrepreneurial spirit. The Foundation leverages corporate and public support to ensure that existing and aspiring Latino entrepreneurs gain access and achieve success in the world of business. Please visit www.ushccfoundation.org for more information on the USHCC Foundation.

SOURCE United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation