L.A. stories of inspiration and success

L.A. stories of inspiration and success


The forty-two graduates of the first Spanish language Entrepreneur Training Program led by ICON CDC, operator of the North and South Valley BusinessSource Centers
Forty-two students recently graduated from the first Spanish Entrepreneur Training Program led by ICON CDC, operator of the North and South Valley BusinessSource Centers.

Over the course of eight weeks, entrepreneurs learn the foundational skills of innovation and entrepreneurship. They apply these learnings through a hands-on project, identifying a startup idea, validating the market, and taking the first steps toward launching and sustaining their own venture. No prior experience in startups or entrepreneurship is required. The eight weeks also covers everything from required permits and business establishment to ICON's Credit and Access to Capital business workshop.

The next series conducted in Spanish starts June 8, 2023. To learn more about the Entrepreneur Training Program, email ICON CDC Entrepreneur Training Program Manager Eric Lara at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and ICON CDC Program Manager Maria Luviano at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

EWDD’s BusinessSource and WorkSource Centers offer a variety of Business Services, including several Financial Programs and Development Incentives for businesses of all sizes. Learn how EWDD can help.



This story is part of the EWDD UPDATES from the week of June 5, 2023. Read this issue and more.