promoting the Spanish brand and the legacy and connections be- tween Spain, Latin America, and the United States. How do you view the Chamber at the end of your term as President? I can say that the Miami Chamber is now in a position to take the de fini- tive step and become a reference point in the United States, serving as a link between Latin America and Spain/Europe and the United States. With 2022 already closed, there has been an absolute record in revenue, and the number of members is now the highest of all time. Communica- tion has greatly improved, and the number and types of activities have expanded. In 2022, the Chamber handled over 4,500 inquiries and or- ganized 20 business agendas and 32 events, both in-person and virtual. Were these six years all smooth sailing? We have also faced challenging times. The impact of COVID af- fected us greatly. The Chamber depends significantly on the ability to generate income through events and social gatherings, and all of that collapsed. How did you overcome the impact of the pandemic? It is important to highlight the tremendous work carried out by the Executive Committee and the sacrifices that had to be made, includ- ing salary reductions, to ensure the Chamber’s viability. Fortunately, we have emerged stronger. Have you noticed any changes in the profile of Chamber members during your tenure? The profile has changed. Now, among those coming to Miami, there are many more entrepreneurs with their own companies who aim to ON THE SPOTLIGHT BY EFE COMUNICA 45