Membership Spotlight – Rodolfo Magdaleno

Meet LEDA’s individual member, Rodolfo Magdaleno, the owner of an American Family Insurance agency. Rodolfo is passionate about helping families and businesses protect what matters most. Did You Know? The insurance industry is essential to our economy, contributing over $600 billion to the U.S. GDP annually. Insurance helps individuals and businesses recover from unexpected losses […]

Member Spotlight – Nelson Castellanos

Introducing LEDA’s new Entrepreneur Level Member – Nelson Castellanos, owner of Castellanos Bounce Houses LLC! This family-owned business stands out by strictly adhering to safety standards and was recently awarded the B2B New Biz Grant by DCEO in the event services category. We’re thrilled to have them as part of our community! Join us and […]

Membership Spotlight – Arturo Castillo

Let’s give a warm welcome to Arturo Castillo, owner of Angel’s HVAC Services LLC! Arturo has joined our community of Latino entrepreneurs and business leaders at LEDA. Did you know? The HVAC industry is rapidly growing, with an estimated market value of over $130 billion in the U.S. alone! Latinos are making significant strides in […]

Member Spotlight – Jessica Sanchez

Meet Jessica Sanchez, an entrepreneur level member at LEDA! Jessica is an independent Life Insurance and Retirement Specialist, and Founder of Marathon Wealth Coverage in Joliet/Shorewood! Jessica’s mission is clear: to educate people about different insurance policies, giving them peace of mind and helping them secure their financial future. At Marathon Wealth Coverage, Jessica’s team […]

Member Spotlight- Oscar A Santacruz

#MemberMonday spotlighting Oscar A Santacruz, owner of A1 Pro Painters & Renovating LLC—a family-owned small business offering high-quality painting and renovating services. Did you know? The painting industry contributes over $30 billion annually to the US economy, driving growth and prosperity.

Member Spotlight – Ricardo Quiroz

Meet Ricardo Quiroz, business owner of Ricardo Quiroz Landscaping LLC. Ricardo discovered LEDA via social media in 2023 and dove into our events and programs. From our Industry Roundtable on landscaping, remodeling, and construction to business advising sessions and Academia Del Éxito Empresarial #3, he’s been actively engaged in our programming. Join us in celebrating […]

Member Spotlight – Barb Linek

#MemberMonday Spotlight Conoce a Barbara Linek, una miembro de nivel individual de LEDA. El viaje de Barbara de ser una inmigrante indocumentada en Canadá a servir ahora a su comunidad de inmigrantes locales como educadora, líder comunitaria y entrenadora es realmente inspirador. Ella ha dedicado su vida a ayudar a otros a encontrar su propósito […]

Member Spotlight – Vianey Alonso

¡Este #MemberMonday estamos destacando al miembro de nivel individual de LEDA, Vianey Alonso, un nativo de los suburbios de Chicago y experto en organización! Ella es la propietaria de One Drawer at a Time @onedraweratimeorganizing y cofundadora de la Asociación de Latinas Pro-Organizers @proorganizerslatinas. ¿Eres parte de la industria de la limpieza, la organización y […]

Member Spotlight – Sherwin Williams

Spotlight: Embracing the start of the week with gratitude! Today, we shine a light on our corporate member, “Sherwin Williams,” located at 2707 Plainfield Road, Joliet, IL 60435. Their generous sponsorship of our breakfast at the recent Industry Roundtable, featuring landscaping, construction, and remodeling companies, made it a success. A big thank you for your […]

Member Spotlight -Three Rivers Association of REALTORS®

On Member Monday we would like to highlight our corporate-level member: Three Rivers Association of REALTORS® They enhance the ability and opportunity of its members to conduct their business successfully and ethically, and to promote the preservation of the right to own, transfer, and use real property. Three Rivers Association of REALTORS®: Speaks to and […]