About The Summit
Empowering Haitian American Business Leaders, Entrepreneurs, and Innovators
Our Mission & Values
Our mission is to create a dynamic platform that connects Haitian American business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, Haitian Chambers of Commerce, and business associations from across the United States, fostering collaboration, innovation, and economic empowerment within the Haitian diaspora.
Building on the success of last year’s inaugural Haitian American Business Summit and the continued expansion of the U.S. Haitian Chamber of Commerce—with new chapters now being established across 14 states—the Second Annual Haitian American Business Summit will serve as a landmark gathering, uniting the brightest minds, most influential leaders, and key organizations in the Haitian American business community. Our mission is to facilitate meaningful connections, promote the exchange of ideas, strengthen our growing national network, and create pathways for sustainable growth, leadership, and advancement, empowering the next generation of Haitian American entrepreneurs and professionals.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with industry leaders, potential partners, and investors
Knowledge Sharing
Learn from experts through keynotes, panels, and workshops
Community Building
Strengthen the Haitian American business ecosystem
Our Vision
We envision a thriving Haitian American business community that contributes significantly to the global economy through innovation, collaboration, and cultural excellence.
Economic Empowerment
Fostering wealth creation and financial literacy within the Haitian American community to build generational wealth.
Leadership Development
Cultivating the next generation of Haitian American business leaders through mentorship and education.
U.S.–Haiti Business Partnerships
Building strategic partnerships that strengthen trade, investment, and business opportunities between the United States and Haiti.
Dr. Hans Patrick Domercant
President and CEO
Our History
The Haitian American Business Summit emerged from a vision to create a powerful platform that would unite Haitian American business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals across the United States.
Founded by the U.S. Haitian Chamber of Commerce, the summit represents the culmination of years of community building, networking, and advocacy work aimed at elevating Haitian American businesses and professionals.
By bringing together successful business owners, industry experts, investors, and aspiring entrepreneurs, we aim to create a dynamic ecosystem that fosters growth, innovation, and prosperity within our community.
The Haitian American Business Summit continues as an essential annual gathering for anyone interested in the advancement of Haitian American business interests and economic empowerment.
Last Year's Host Committee
Meet the dedicated leaders who served on last year's Host Committee and helped make the Haitian American Business Summit a success.
Aliesha Porcena
Director of Small Business
City of Boston
Dr. Gabrielle Abelard
CEO
Abelard Psychotherapy, Inc.
Marie St. Fleur
Former State Representative
State of Massachusetts
Linda Dorcena Forry
Former Senator
State of Massachusetts
Emmanuela Romain-Amedee
Board Secretary
U.S. Haitian Chamber of Commerce, Inc. / Haitian American Business Expo, Inc.
James R. Colimon
Deputy Director of Global Affairs & Protocol
City of Boston
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about the summit and how you can participate.
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