26 September 2024
EWDD administers five incubators in the City, including Grid110 , a non-profit dedicated to creating pathways to success for early-stage entrepreneurs. Grid110 offers the PledgeLA Founders Fund, a program for Black and Latinx entrepreneurs who face systemic barriers when seeking capital for their companies. The following are the success stories of two Hispanic business owners who completed the program.
26 September 2024
As we commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month, it’s essential to recognize the outstanding work of individuals who contribute to the vibrancy and success of our community. Meet four exceptional City of Los Angeles Economic and Workforce Development Department staffers who embody dedication, passion, and resilience. Join us in celebrating these remarkable people as we honor their contributions and continue to build a more inclusive and prosperous Los Angeles.
26 September 2024
Coalition for Responsible Community Development (CRCD) is a community development corporation in South LA that is dedicated to improving the lives of residents by addressing the needs of low-income and working-class individuals, at-risk youth, and small businesses. In partnership with EWDD, CRCD has provided comprehensive
26 September 2024
EWDD continues to collaborate with council district offices in an effort to enroll LA’s legacy businesses into the LA Legacy Business Program ’s registry. Businesses that have been operational for 20 years or more will have the opportunity to receive tangible benefits including technical assistance, promotional support, and access to capital, including
29 August 2024
Earlier this month, the City of Los Angeles Workforce Development Board in partnership with the Economic and Workforce Development Department launched the AdvantAGE LA Report , a pioneering plan dedicated to the employment, retention and advancement of Older Workers. “Older adults are essential to
29 August 2024
The City of Los Angeles, in partnership with the Los Angeles Food Policy Council, launched the Good Food Zones Micro Grants Program . This program is designed to support food-centered businesses in designated Good Food Zones by offering $25,000 grants to help them expand access to healthy foods and overcome
29 August 2024
On Thursday, August 8, 2024, the Downtown Women’s Center (DWC) hosted a graduation ceremony for its 22 LA:RISE program participants. The LA:RISE program is a collaborative partnership between the City, County, and nonprofit organizations to support individuals experiencing high barriers to employment, especially helping to connect women to resources that
29 August 2024
On graduation day, youth participants from the South Los Angeles YouthSource Center (YSC) were given FREE laptops with internet connectivity, backpacks, and educational programs just in time for back-to-school. YouthSource participant Ana Rosales, in her speech, mentioned finding the YSC through an internship and hopes the backpack giveaway will help her find resources as she navigates the
29 August 2024
The Pico/Union Westlake BusinessSource Center (BSC) helped Ick Eom’s business, Energetic Acupuncture Medical Group , acquire a $100K loan to expand the business location from Larchmont to the Fairfax District. Eom has over a decade of experience in pain management and specializes in sports injuries, circulation problems, digestive disorders, weight loss, and herbal medicine. Eom began
31 July 2024
In partnership with Mayor Karen Bass, the Economic & Workforce Development Department is proud to announce the approval of the first 105 legacy businesses into the Legacy Business Program . This program was launched to support more than 50,000 businesses that have
