Prominent Business Leader Launches Hispanic Business Roundtable Institute

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today, business leader and former U.S. Small Business Administrator, Hector Barreto announced the official launch of the Hispanic Business Roundtable Institute, a non-partisan, non-profit grassroots organization seeking to promote and advocate economic advancement and U.S. job growth in America.

"I am excited to announce the launch of the Hispanic Business Roundtable Institute," said Hector Barreto, HBRTI President and former U.S. Small Business Administrator.  "As a business owner, I see the potential and reward of investing in America and the contribution it makes to the economic growth of our nation.  We will actively work with leading Hispanic entrepreneurs, organizations and government officials to help create the environment for businesses to grow and thrive."

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., HBRTI will support national and regional based programs and studies that result in measurable social, economic and educational opportunities for those seeking and building the American Dream.

Across the board, business leaders believe Congress and the Administration need to invest in America by focusing on growing our economy.  HBRTI will advocate for the following: controlling the mounting deficit; creating an environment of less regulations and more competitiveness; access to quality healthcare and affordable costs; educating our children; and offering economic independence and stability to the Hispanic community.

"Small businesses drive job creation and economic development across the country," said Barreto.  "Hispanics account for more than three-million businesses in America today and they are starting those businesses at three times the national average.  We know that Hispanics have the potential to change how America does business.  However, for the U.S. economy to return to its growth potential, the private sector and policymakers need to focus their efforts.  HBRTI will be that link to positively impact businesses and the economy, while also serving as a voice for Hispanic entrepreneurs."

Underscoring the importance of working with like-minded government officials, The Hispanic Business Roundtable Institute is proud to endorse the following Congressional, Senatorial and Gubernatorial candidates for the 2014 Midterm Elections:

Congressional Candidates:

1. Andy Tobin (R-AZ)
2. Doug Ose (R-CA) 
3. Rep. David Jolly (R-FL) 
4. Rep. Mike Simpson (R-ID) 
5. David Rouzer (R-NC) 
6. Rep. David Joyce (R-OH) 
7. Rep. Joe Heck (R-NV)
8. Rep. Mike Coffman (R-CO)
9. Rep. David Valadao (R-CA)
10. John Ratcliffe (R-TX)
11. Carlos Curbelo (R-FL)
12. Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX)
13. William Hurd (R-TX)

Senatorial Candidates:

1. Dan Sullivan (R-AK) 
2. David Perdue (R-GA) 
3. Joni Ernst (R-IA) 
4. Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) 
5. Senator Thad Cochran (R-MS)
6. Scott Brown (R-NH)
7. Thom Tillis (R-NC)
8. Rep. Bill Cassidy (R-LA)
9. Rep. Tom Cotton (R-AR) 
10. Rep. Cory Gardner (R-CO)

Gubernatorial Candidates:

1. Governor Rick Scott (R-FL)
2. Governor Scott Walker (R-WI)
3. Bruce Rauner (R-IL)

"Working with government leaders and promising candidates to create viable communities and economic sustainability is a key component to the future of Hispanic entrepreneurship and this country's economic growth.  HBRTI looks forward to working with leaders who exemplify vision and an understanding of new economic development policies for attracting and expanding business," Barreto added.

ABOUT HBRTI- Founded in 2013, The Hispanic Business Roundtable Institute is a 501(c)4 non-partisan, non-profit grassroots organization seeking to advance the principles and values of economic independence and stability for all Americans.  Headquartered in Washington, D.C., HBRTI conducts nationally and regionally based programs and studies that result in measurable social, economic and educational opportunities.  Visit www.hbrti.com.

SOURCE Hispanic Business Roundtable Institute