Our History
Founded in 1972
In 1972, a diverse group of community leaders in Sacramento recognized the growing Hispanic population and its economic impact. In response, they founded the Mexican American Chamber of Commerce. The organization's mission was to promote business, industry, and culture within the Hispanic community, while also fostering collaboration between Spanish-speaking businesses and local government.
Initially experiencing slow growth, the Chamber expanded its reach and influence throughout the 1980s. To reflect the community's evolving demographics, the organization was renamed the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SACHCC) in 1984-85. The 1990s marked a period of significant growth and stability for the SACHCC, as it focused on enhancing member services and refining its organizational structure.
The SACHCC’s success is attributed to the dedication of its board members, members, volunteers, and supporters. Today, the Chamber remains committed to promoting business growth for its members and facilitating access to the Hispanic market.
SACHCC Board of Directors
Our mission is to promote and develop business growth for members and to provide access to the Hispanic market.
SACHCC Executive Committee
Jose Bodipo-Memba
SMUD
SACHCC Board Chair
Jamie Von Sossan
3fold Communications
Secretary
Cathy Rodriguez Aguirre
Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
President & CEO
Julio C. Ortiz
Gaspachos
Treasurer
Gabriel Herrera
Kronick, Moskovitz, Tiedemann, & Girard
Legal Counsel
SACHCC Directors
Maria Soria
Five Star Bank
David A. Roldan, MD
Kaiser Permanente
Luis Torres-Acosta
Relay Resources
Alejandra Garcia
Comcast
Daniel Rodrigues
PRIDE Industries
Kayla Rodriguez
Recology
SACHCC Team
Cathy Rodriguez Aguirre
President/CEO
Juan Novello
Vice President
Fabiola Aceves-Fonseca
Membership & Operations Manager
Marilyn Sakai
Accounting Consultant
David Contto
Small Business Consultant
