Our Día de los Muertos Gala was a beautiful evening filled with vibrant traditions, lively performances, and incredible community spirit. The stunning clothing, makeup, and energy in the room made it a night to remember.
We were proud to honor our amazing awardees whose dedication, hard work, and passion truly make a difference. Congratulations to each of them on their well-deserved recognition!
- LEDA Legacy Award: Eduardo Sanchez
- LEDA Rising Business Award: Telesforo Rosario, Tio’s Donuts
- LEDA Latino Leader of the Year Award: Amy Sanchez
- Emerging Youth Leadership Award: Andrea Barrón
- Community Partner of the Year: CEJA Partners – Lewis University IWE, Joliet Junior College, and the Will County African American Business Association
- LEDA Small Business of the Year Award: Arturo Castillo, Angel’s HVAC Services LLC
A huge thank you to our sponsors, whose generosity made this event possible. Your support helps us celebrate culture while fueling LEDA’s mission to uplift small businesses in our community.
We can’t wait to make next year’s celebration even bigger and brighter!