Stories

Her Journey to Legacy

April 30, 2026

Lucia Ortega, successful owner/operator of Sierra Mexican Cafe and recent CDFI loan recipient, launched her business...Read More

National Coalition of 100 Black Women Honor VSEDC and Dr. Jazz Keyes

April 24, 2026

Dr. Jazz Keyes receives her award at the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Annual Tea...Read More

It’s Time to Work Smarter, Not Harder

April 13, 2026

Growing a business is a marathon, but you don’t have to run it alone. VSEDC has designed six new small business...Read More

From Leimert Park to San Pedro: The historic expansion of Wah Gwaan Jamaican Kitchen and Bar

April 7, 2026

What started out as a South LA success story has evolved into an LA County small...Read More

A Legacy That Still Breathes

March 17, 2026

Honoring Marva Smith Battle-Bey During Women’s History Month “To bring about change, you must not be...Read More

Celebrating Black History Month and Excellence at the Best Buy Teen Tech Center

March 9, 2026

Investing in our future On Wednesday, February 25, 2026 in celebration of Black History Month, VSEDC’s Best Buy Teen Tech Center buzzed with...Read More

Ready to level up? Discover VSEDC’s New Programs

March 6, 2026

Don’t wait to invest in your growth. Space is limited in these high-impact cohorts. At Vermont...Read More

Upcoming Workshops, Series and Cohorts for Entrepreneurs

March 4, 2026

Are you looking for sales strategies?Seeking balance to avoid burnout? Or feeling overwhelmed and need just...Read More

Athena Construction: Built on Capital and Community

March 3, 2026

Margaret White launched her construction company, Athena Construction, with the assistance of a CDFI loan from...Read More