Lunch with LEDA – El Gallo de Acero

Lunch with LEDA! – El Gallo de Acero On Wednesday, March 11th, we hosted another wonderful Lunch with LEDA at El Gallo de Acero, located at 351 E Cass St in Joliet. All attendees gathered to enjoy a delicious meal while taking time out of their busy day to connect and build relationships. Lunch with […]
Gala Insurance Group Ribbon-Cutting

Gala Insurance Group Ribbon-Cutting We are so proud to celebrate the ribbon-cutting for Gala Insurance Group on Friday, February 27th, welcoming another growing business to the Joliet community. Community members, local leaders, and partners came together to recognize this exciting milestone and show their support for the Gala Insurance team. Located at 321 E Cass […]
Financial Planning Workshop

Financial Planning Workshop Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Financial Planning Workshop on Monday, February 23rd! It was wonderful to see our attendees come ready to learn and ask thoughtful questions about both their personal and business finances. The attendees’ engagement and curiosity helped create a welcoming and informative space for everyone […]
Healing Place Ribbon-Cutting: March 26th

Healing Place Ribbon-Cutting: March 26th Join us in celebrating the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Healing Place, owned by one of the great social workers in the LEDA membership. This special event will welcome a new space dedicated to healing, empowerment, and growth in our community. Guests will have the opportunity to meet owner […]
She Means Business – Panel & Vendor Fair

She Means Business – Panel & Vendor Fair In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Joliet Latino Economic Development Association (LEDA) invites you to She Means Business, an inspiring event highlighting the strength, leadership, and impact of women in business. This exciting afternoon will feature a Vendor Fair open to the public from 2:00 PM […]
Lunch with LEDA! – Juybe’s Breakfast & Lunch

We were so happy to see our community come together for Lunch with LEDA this past Wednesday, February 11th, at Juybe’s Breakfast and Lunch, located at 1121 Essington Rd, Joliet, IL 60435! Thank you to everyone who joined us and took the time to connect, share, and support a local small business. We also extend […]
Zero Barriers to Business Workshop

We’re grateful to everyone who joined us for our Zero Barriers to Business workshop! Our workshop created a meaningful space for entrepreneurs to learn more about the resources and funding opportunities available to support their business growth. Attendees had the opportunity to engage in thoughtful discussions, ask important questions, and gain valuable insight to help them […]
Small Business Loans Workshop

What an incredible evening at our Small Business Loans Workshop! We are grateful to everyone who joined us to learn, connect, and take meaningful steps toward strengthening their businesses. The workshop provided valuable insights into securing the right financing, understanding what lenders look for, and building confidence in navigating the loan process. We would like […]
Gala Insurance Group – Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Join us in celebrating the official ribbon-cutting for Gala Insurance Group! This special event marks an exciting milestone as we welcome a new local business to the Joliet community. Meet the Gala Insurance Group team, connect with fellow community members, and show your support for another growing local business. Attendees will have the opportunity to […]
The LEDA Social at Richardson’s Bar & Grill !

Kick off the year with connection and community at our first LEDA Social of 2026! Join us at Richardson’s Bar & Grill for an engaging evening designed to bring together local entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals from across the Joliet area. This social is the perfect opportunity to unwind after the workday, build meaningful relationships, […]