The Hispanic Business Initiative Fund –HBIF- received the Outstanding Member Award from GulfCoast Business Finance Inc., for its dedicated work and support to the business community in Tampa Bay. GulfCoast Business Finance is a 25 year old financing organization in Florida. The award was presented during GulfCoat's annual meeting at the Saint Petersburg Yatch Club on April 16, 2008.
During the last 17 years HBIF has provided business technical assistance and training to the Hipanic and minority business community. Through its work HBIF has assisted in the creation of numerous businesses and provides support to many existing companies; resulting in the creation of new jobs, financing for business growth and new businesses starting with the right information to achieve success.
HBIF appreciates the recognition from GulfCoast Business Finance and will continue to provide quality services for the development and improvement of businesses in Tampa Bay.


