Leadership Transition: Paulina Martinez

We are excited to announce a leadership transition and a new chapter for one of our valued board directors! Paulina Martinez has served as our Vice President since 2021 and was recently announced as the Economic Development Director at the City of Joliet. We have no doubt that she will be a tremendous asset to […]

“Breaking Barriers for Black & Latino Businesses”

The countdown begins for the “Breaking Barriers for Black & Latino Businesses” small business expo! This event is hosted by the Joliet Latino Economic Development Association, the African American Business Association, the Entrepreneur and Business Center at Joliet Junior College, and the Office of Minority and Economic Empowerment at IL DCEO. Dedicated to supporting minority-owned […]