The U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency is proud to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans as part of National Hispanic Heritage Month September 15 - October 15. This year’s theme is “Shaping the Bright Future of America.”

Good morning! I bring you greetings on behalf of the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Minority Business Development Agency. I’d like to thank the National Urban League Chairman Michael Neidorff, President Mr. Marc Morial and the members of the board for extending this invitation to join you today. Last week I had the pleasure of visiting with you at your headquarters in New York. Thank you for...

Last week the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Census Bureau released the 2015 Annual Survey of Entrepreneurs and this year’s survey data reveals an increase in the number of U.S. minority-owned employer firms, payroll, and the number of people employed.