Illinois Hispanic entrepreneurs gather for conference Friday

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A huge gathering of Hispanic entrepreneurs in Chicago on Friday for a day of networking and collaboration.

The Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce sponsored a conference at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Hotel.

The conference featured dozens of exhibitors and education sessions designed to help Latino business owners be more successful.

Leaders gathered for the kick off breakfast on Friday, which was emceed by ABC7's Stacey Baca.

Then Friday afternoon ABC7's Rob Elgas emceed the luncheon.

A huge gathering of Hispanic entrepreneurs in Chicago on Friday for a day of networking and collaboration.