“The Utah unemployment rate among minorities and Hispanics is on the rise and minority populations continue to grow. It’s important to do all we can to support a thriving business atmosphere within all segments of our society and the Pete Suazo Business Center is a logical place to start.” --US Senator Robert Bennett

Background: The Pete Suazo Business Center is a Hispanic business resource center named after the late Pete Suazo, Utah’s first Latino senator. The center was established to help strengthen and develop Hispanic businesses with the goal of raising the standard of living and enhancing the quality of life for Hispanics living in Utah. Services will include business counseling, training and mentoring to start-up companies. The center will also provide market research and other resources to the business community it serves.

Marriott School students are currently working to help the Center create a business plan, web page and brochure. Business students who are interested in getting involved in this project should contact Louise Illes, louise_illes@byu.edu. Interest in Hispanic community issues and fluency in Spanish are desirable.