The chamber promotes the economic growth and development of entrepreneurs and represents the interests of nearly 4.7 million Hispanic owned businesses in the US that contribute in excess of $700 billion to the American economy.

It serves as the umbrella organization for more than 250 local chambers and business associations in the United States and Puerto Rico.

[citation needed] It regularly invites public officials and political candidates from both sides of the aisle to present to its members.

[4] The four-day convention affords Hispanic vendors and corporate buyers the opportunity to establish partnerships; provides sessions and discussions about business development, chamber training, innovative trends and solutions; and focuses on current issues that impact the Hispanic entrepreneur.[promotion?]

[5] Each year during the session of the United States Congress, the chamber hosts its annual Legislative Summit.