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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.
Housing Client Story: Mr. Christopher Kim & Park Marconi
Christopher Kim has been living in Park Marconi since 2015. However, in 2021, tenants of Park Marconi were handed a notice that a new developer would be purchasing the building. Despite DC tenant protections allowing tenants to stay in their homes, many tenants understood that they would soon have to move out.
EWI Legacy Stories Project: Episode #2
In Episode #2 of the EWI Legacy Stories Project, meet Melissa Reitkopp, an executive recruiter and career coach with decades of experience working with clients and professionals. Melissa is also a former Empowered Women International board member, volunteer mentor, and trusted advisor. During our conversation, we discussed her career and professional interests and explored some of the significant transitions during the evolution of the Empowered Women International program.
Econo-Mía Podcast: How to Change Your Living Conditions Through Eloiza's Story
This episode of Econo-Mía, entirely in Spanish, showcases Ms. Eloiza Chamorro and how all the tenants living in an apartment building in Columbia Heights bettered their living conditions by organizing and learning their rights as tenants.
A Message from the LEDC Board: Announcing our new CEO
The LEDC Board of Directors is pleased to name Emi Reyes as our new CEO, effective January 5, 2022.