Verónica Maldonado-Torres

Veronica Maldonado-Torres is the President and CEO of the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GHCC), a position she has held since 2021. Her leadership has been marked by transformative impact and strategic innovation, significantly advancing Georgia’s economic landscape. During her tenure, GHCC has experienced substantial growth, extending its reach and enhancing its support for businesses, particularly in Georgia’s rural and coastal regions. 

Veronica has been instrumental in securing unprecedented federal funding to bolster Hispanic businesses across the state and has championed legislative measures that reflect the needs of over 5,000 members and stakeholders. Her strategic efforts in advancing supplier diversity have positioned her as a pivotal force in nurturing small business growth, fostering minority leadership, and forging impactful collaborations with major corporations. 

Her outstanding contributions have earned her prestigious accolades. Recognized by Georgia Trend as one of the “100 Most Influential Georgians” of 2024 and listed in the Georgia 500 Most Influential Leaders, Veronica has also been honored for leading GHCC’s first international business delegation in a decade to El Salvador. There, she was celebrated by both the Ambassador of El Salvador and the U.S. Ambassador to El Salvador. Additionally, she was selected as one of the inaugural Showcase Atlanta Ambassadors in recognition of her dedication to community development and impactful leadership in Atlanta’s diverse business environment. Her achievements include graduation from Leadership Georgia 2023 and Leadership DeKalb 2016 and being named one of the Top 12 Most Influential Women in Business in the Southeast at the Expo Latina Business Award in Greenville, South Carolina, 2023. She was also awarded the 2022 Community Leadership Award by USPAAC (US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce) and the 2023 Titan of Industry Honoree by the Caribbean American Cultural Arts Foundation. 

Veronica’s commitment to empowering women in the workforce and her advocacy for a purposeful, impactful approach to work have become defining features of her career. Her influence is further underscored by being selected by Atlanta Magazine as one of Georgia’s 500 Most Influential and among the 50 Most Influential in 2024. 

In addition to her professional success, Veronica serves as a board member for several prestigious organizations, contributing to their advancement across various sectors, including ethics, community development, education, and business growth in Georgia. Her dedication extends beyond her career, as she is also a devoted wife to Sammy and a loving mother to their two children, Sebastian and Katalina.