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Be a part of the movement! LEDC to participate in DoMore24 on May 18
To drive positive change in our community, we will be joining forces with United Way of the National Capital Area during this year's #DoMore24 movement.
Four Tips to Launch Your Business
Have you been thinking about becoming an entrepreneur? Wouldn’t it be fantastic to launch that new product or business you’ve dreamed of for months or even years? This post will teach you four easy tips and tricks to get you started. Read more here!
Econo-Mía Podcast: Meet Luis and Darleen of Mr. Kitchen Commercial Solutions in Puerto Rico
In this episode of Econo-Mía, in Spanish, you will meet Luis Medina and his wife, Darleen Irizarry, owners of Mr. Kitchen Commercial Solutions. Launched in Puerto Rico in May 2020, Mr. Kitchen Commercial Solutions is a small home-based business that steadily tripled its sales investment after six months of operations.
EWI: Elevating Your Financial Confidence - Transforming How Women of Color Show Up in the Marketplace
Take a look at this post from Lindsae' Peele, a special contributing author to LEDC's Small Business Program: Empowered Women International (EWI).
Small Business Spotlight: Jauan Clark & New Creation Hair Salon Plus
Jauan Clark always had a dream of opening her very own hair salon. While taking cosmetology classes to pursue her dreams, a mentor's interest made Ms. Clark realize her aspiration. With dedication and LEDC's guidance, Ms. Clark has become a remarkable entrepreneur, and her business, New Creation Hair Salon Plus, is now a staple of her neighborhood.
Housing Client Story: Reina Moreno
Reina Moreno, a mother of two children, a Honduran immigrant, and a survivor of domestic violence living in Washington, DC, has become a big advocate for other women and undocumented and excluded workers in the city.