Civic & Economic Advocacy

Advocacy for Haitian-American business in Palm Beach County

The Chamber serves as the unified commercial voice of Haitian-American enterprise before Palm Beach County commissions, municipal councils and regional economic development agencies, helping to shape pro-enterprise policy.

Where We Engage

Local depth, statewide reach

County

Palm Beach County commission and agencies, on small business, procurement and economic development policy.

Municipal

City councils and staff in communities such as West Palm Beach, Riviera Beach, Lake Worth Beach, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Boca Raton and Belle Glade.

State

Florida policy that affects minority business enterprise, licensing and access to state contracts.

Our Priorities

A pro-enterprise agenda

The Chamber’s advocacy agenda is shaped by what members tell us. Our standing priorities:

  • Fair and accessible public procurement for small and minority-owned businesses
  • Simpler permitting, licensing and business tax processes
  • Access to capital and responsible lending in underserved neighborhoods
  • Workforce development and pathways for young Haitian-American talent
  • Language access in public services for Haitian Creole and French speakers
  • Trade and commercial ties between South Florida, Haiti and the Caribbean

Raise an Issue

Is a policy or process holding your business back?

Tell us about a regulation, permit delay, procurement barrier or other issue affecting your business. Member input sets the Chamber’s civic agenda.