ALLISON R . KOKKOROS
Chief Executive Officer
One year ago in response to student requests we launched a new Small Business and Entrepreneurship Program . Under the leadership of Raul Medrano and with the support of Angela Neira , our school has supported 135 participants in the Small Business Workshop Series that serve immigrant populations from all of Latin America , Africa , and Asia , by helping them develop their business ideas and concepts . Thus far , 13 participants have received micro-loans from Life Asset and LEDC ranging from $ 1,500 to $ 25,000 . In addition , the program provides support in writing business plans , creating social media strategies , promoting their business , positioning for and accessing micro loans , registering businesses , and forming a network of mutual support .
This directory is a sampling of some of our Small Business Program participants . We invite you to support these local minority owned small businesses the next time you need catering services , photography services , event planning support , cleaning services , landscaping services , or a special artisan handmade gift !
To learn more about this program or to refer a friend , contact Raúl Medrano at Rmedrano @ carlosrosario . org or at ( 202 ) 797-4700 , ext . 235 .
Sincerely ,