(LEDC MN) Latino Economic Development Center

Here's the latest from LEDC in La Fuente - our monthly e-newsletter. Many, many thank yous to the Latina leaders who shared their perspectives with us this month. Click through to read words from: Esme Miranda, founder of Squeaky Services Rosa Tock, executive director of Minnesota Council on Latino Affairs Eimy Moraru, founder of Tropico Colombian Lucy Richardson, executive director of Hispanic Outreach of Goodhue County Vivian Huelgo, CEO of Esperanza United LEDC's own executive director, Alma Flores Read on! https://lnkd.in/ggGA7Njk

?? This month at LEDC, we are celebrating Latina Leaders! ?? We reached out to Alma Flores, Executive Director of Latino Economic Development Center ??? https://www.ledcmn.org/ ?? "...transitions shine a light on the importance of looking internally to make sure that the systems are in place to stay resilient through leadership changes. I am overcoming these barriers by setting the table for future leaders who will benefit from those systems." ???? ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/dT_KuihK #LatinaLeaders ?? #LEDC ?? #WomenInLeadership ???? #CommunityImpact ?? #Resilience ?? #Inspiration ?? #FutureLeaders ??

?? This month at LEDC, we are celebrating Latina Leaders! ?? We reached out to Vivian Huelgo, JD, President & CEO of Esperanza United ??? ??esperanzaunited.org ?? "I remember all my clients from those years vividly, most were mothers, fighting for their lives... Yet they persevered through exhaustion, fear, and trauma. Their resilience astounded me then and especially now since becoming a mother myself." ???? ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/dTFVPWVg #LatinaLeaders ?? #LEDC ?? #WomenEmpowerment ? #CommunityImpact ?? #Resilience ?? #Inspiration ?? #Esperanza ??

?? This month at LEDC, we are celebrating Latina Leaders! ?? We reached out to Lucy Richardson, Executive Director of Hispanic Outreach of Goodhue County since 2011. ??? hispanicoutreach.org ?? "I am inspired daily by the resilience of our Hispanic community. Despite challenges, families continue to push forward, work hard, and strive for a better future." ???? ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/gWBi27is #LatinaLeaders ?? #LEDC ?? #HispanicCommunity ?? #Inspiration ?? #Resilience ?? #CommunityImpact ??

?? This month at LEDC, we are celebrating Latina Leaders! ?? We reached out to Eimy Moraru, founder of Tropico Colombian ????? alongside her business partner and sister, Marcela Ruiz, and Marcela’s husband, William. ?? https://lnkd.in/gMXn7enX ?? "Looking back, we don’t just see the challenges, but we see a journey that transformed us. And this, without a doubt, is our greatest achievement." ???? ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/gqPhPttt #LatinaLeaders ?? #LEDC ?? #LatinoEntrepreneurs ?? #ColombianPride ???? #Inspiration ?? #CommunityImpact ??

?? This month at LEDC, we are celebrating Latina Leaders! ?? We reached out to?Rosa Tock, Executive Director of the Minnesota Council on Latino Affairs ????. ?? mn.gov/mcla "Our young people will be the future voters, citizens, academics, researchers, politicians, and workers to sustain the economic competitiveness and financial stability of the state, and the environment, in the very near future. We owe them a promising future where they all can thrive and have a sense of belonging." - Rosa Tock ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/grhBEhHk #LatinaLeaders ?? #LEDC ?? #FutureGenerations ?? #CommunityImpact ?? #RepresentationMatters ?? #Inspiration

?? This month at LEDC, we are celebrating Latina Leaders! ?? To start, we talked with Esme Miranda, founder & owner of Squeaky Services ??? and a dedicated volunteer on LEDC's Advancement Committee. ?? "I want to build something that one day, [my kids] can look at and say, ‘My mom built this from nothing.’ Beyond that, I’m inspired by other small business owners who don’t give up, who face challenge after challenge and still show up every day." - Esme Miranda ???? ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/gK-UHx_w #LatinaLeaders ?? #WomenEntrepreneurs ?? #LEDC ?? #SmallBusiness ?? #Inspiration ?? #CommunityImpact ??

Many thanks to DePass Dee and The Minnesota Star Tribune for highlighting the economic impact that Colonial Market and other Latino-owned businesses are weathering and also profiling local efforts to life up our small businesses. Buy local! Compra local! https://lnkd.in/g2qpwHGD

?? We're building our Advancement team! ? Join LEDC as a Marketing and Communications Associate! This exciting role involves: ??? Creating engaging content ?? Coordinating communications & marketing efforts ?? Collaborating with LEDC programs to share our story and impact ?? Apply now: ledcmn.org/join-us/ ? Priority given to applications received by Friday, February 21! #CDFI ?? #Minnesota ?? #Marketing ?? #Communications ?? #GenerationalWealth ?? #LEDC ??

?? We're seeking a Business Development Associate! ?? Join LEDC and help us uplift Minnesota entrepreneurs! This exciting role involves: ?? Providing technical assistance and training to aspiring, micro, and small business owners ?? Sharing expertise on business feasibility, formation, regulations, and compliance ?? Guiding on access to capital, operations, marketing, and finance ? Apply today to empower local entrepreneurs and small businesses! Priority will be given to applications received by Friday, March 7! ?? Visit ledcmn.org/join-us for more details. #BusinessDevelopment ?? #SmallBusinessSupport ?? #LEDC ?? #Minnesota ?? #CommunityImpact ?? #JoinOurTeam ??