EWDD General Manager Carolyn Hull was recently the featured guest of the Future of Work, a podcast hosted by Pasadena Community College that explores how to close the gap between what students are learning and the demands of the workforce.
Titled "How to Become A Lifelong Learner in an Ever Changing Industry," Ms. Hull's episode covered how EWDD is prioritizing expanding youth employment programs and supporting training programs in
Titled "How to Become A Lifelong Learner in an Ever Changing Industry," Ms. Hull's episode covered how EWDD is prioritizing expanding youth employment programs and supporting training programs in
The Hollywood BusinessSource Center (BSC) recently assisted wife and husband team Keren and Jeffery Muller, owners of Bespoke Bar L.A., in securing additional funding for their new storefront. Bespoke Bar L.A. is a "Bar in a Box" cocktail company where customers can have a curated box
The Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) helped Ashlee Espinoza and her business partner Lola prepare their eco-friendly children's loungewear line, Rosewood the Label, to become investor ready. The pair enrolled in LACI's Founders Business Accelerator Program, which provides six months of business curriculum and executive coaching with a focus on creating a sustainable circular economy brand. Through the program, Rosewood the Label also widened their Los Angeles business support network.
Ashlee and Lola met more
Ashlee and Lola met more
After five years in the dry cleaning industry, Isabel Vides decided to become an entrepreneur and work as a sole proprietor. In 2021, she incorporated her business, Swiss Cleaners, based in Sylmar.
During the pandemic, Isabel's sales dropped and she closed her business temporarily to
During the pandemic, Isabel's sales dropped and she closed her business temporarily to
Kristal Huizar joined EWDD as a Targeted Local Hire participant and recently passed her one-year probation period. She is now a full-time civil service employee with the City. We're lucky to have her on board!
Kristal juggled two part-time jobs, one at a
Kristal juggled two part-time jobs, one at a
In 2017, Benjamin Westley was working in Downtown Los Angeles as a doorman when the building's owner mentioned that he'd like to attract more upscale office users. Westley saw an opportunity to fill a void. Thus, Boketto Cold Brews was established.
What started as one customer and an office lobby barista service has
What started as one customer and an office lobby barista service has
LA Regional Small Business Legal Aid Program
The LA Regional Small Business Legal Aid Program provides free legal assistance or representation to small businesses impacted by COVID-19. The program is administered by the City of Los Angeles Economic and Workforce Development Department (EWDD) in partnership with the County of Los Angeles Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), Bet Tzedek Legal Services, Public Counsel and the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles.
The program provides
The program provides
The North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Library was packed Tuesday, March 14, 2023, in celebration of the 52 graduates that completed the Entrepreneur Training Program (ETP), a seven-week course that teaches business fundamentals.
Led by ICON CDC, operator of the North and South Valley BusinessSource Centers, the hybrid in-person and virtual program guides aspiring entrepreneurs through topics including how
Led by ICON CDC, operator of the North and South Valley BusinessSource Centers, the hybrid in-person and virtual program guides aspiring entrepreneurs through topics including how
More than 400 job seekers attended the South/West/Harbor Connect-LA Job Fair in early March 2023 at the Harbor Occupational Center.
Upwards of 70 employers attended in search of qualified candidates to fill more than 2,500 jobs. The
Upwards of 70 employers attended in search of qualified candidates to fill more than 2,500 jobs. The
Solomon Cannon joined the National Dislocated Worker Group (NDWG) restoration crew at the Monrovia Canyon Park in October 2022. He was eager to gain work experience, but he was struggling with homelessness, a significant barrier as he struggled to find a job.
Solomon knew he needed a way to earn an income so he could stop
Solomon knew he needed a way to earn an income so he could stop
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