verde valley news – 45 Hispanic entrepreneurs in Maricopa County and 10 Hispanic entrepreneurs in Yavapai County are preparing to graduate from Arizona Local First are boosting the economy of

Startups in Cottonwood, Sedona, Mesa, Maryvale, Central Phoenix and South Phoenix range from restaurants to photography to life coaching to construction.

Fuerza Local Our six-month business training course, delivered in Spanish, is free to local business owners and gives them the resources and tools they need to run a healthy and successful business.

With the goal of building an inclusive and sustainable Arizona economy, Local First Arizona has graduated more than 800 leaders from Fuerza Local since 2013 and more than 40 from the Black-centered Business Academy since 2020. graduated from the leader of we stand up.

By connecting Hispanic and Black business owners to mentors, customers, communities, and sources of funding, the program aims to end age-old racial wealth disparities, unfair banking and lending practices. purpose.

At Fuerza Local, entrepreneurs learn everything from basic foundations to advanced skills to develop their business, laying a solid foundation to achieve their short- and long-term goals. All classes are taught by experts and experts in the field, providing participants with the opportunity to learn from years of experience and knowledge.

“I couldn’t be more proud of these cohorts of alumni. Their hard work and dedication inspire everyone,” said Kimber Lanning, CEO of Local First Arizona. “More than 800 small business entrepreneurs have graduated from this his six-month program and are helping shape the future of rural and urban Arizona. I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to

Celebrating the entrepreneurial dedication and hard work, the two graduation ceremonies will also include product and service displays for attendees and future clients.

Space is limited, so reserve your seat now.

Graduation in Maryvale, Mesa, Central Phoenix, South Phoenix:

Cottonwood/Sedona Graduation:

Maricopa County’s Huerza Local is sponsored by the City of Mesa, Arizona Community Foundation, Marisol Federal Credit Union, Hensley Beverage Company, Thunderbird Charities, Maricopa County, Bob & Lenny Parsons Foundation, Arizona Financial Credit Union, and APS.

Huerza Local in Yavapai County is sponsored by the City of Sedona, City of Cottonwood and Prestamos CDFI (a division of Chicanos Por La Causa).

visit www.fuerzalocal.org Donate or apply to learn more about the program.

Fuerza Graduates – January 2023

Cottonwood/Sedona

• Antojitos, LLC
• Bocha’s Restaurant Mexican & American Food, LLC
• Constantino and Son Landscaping, LLC
• Dulce Dessert Cakes, LLC
• Flowers of Heaven, LLC
• Jalisco Landscaping and General Jobs, LLC
• K&G Cleaning Services, LLC
• Martha Sandoval Cakes, LLC
• Villalpando Landscaping, LLC
• Verde Valley Weed Control, LLC

Maryvale:

• AC Cool Valley LLC
• Antojitos Pro Jalisco LLC
• Desert Gold Concrete LLC
• Elegancy Entertainment International LLC
• Jabon Artesanal Joven Gonzalez LLC
• La Canasta de Luz
• Mariscos y Clamatos AAA LLC
• Mireya’s Boutique LLC
• Oh Senor LLC
• Sisters Party LLC
• Suite Life Creations LLC
• Tamashii Co., Ltd.

Mesa:

• AG Insurance Brokers LLC
• Blanca’s House Cleaning Az LLC
• Canastakos LLC
• El Sazone Emi dos Armas
• family life coaching
• Ravatod, LLC
• Miss Fruity Snacks
• New Heritage Painting & Cork LLC
• Pamirel LLC
• Michoacana Yummy Yummy Place LLC

Central Phoenix:

• A & MES Investments LLC
• Bertha’s Bakery LLC
• El Tamarqui LLC
• Hobby Print LLC
• Human & Training Services Marla LLC
• Liz Cleaning Service LLC
• Majestic Lux Studios LLC
• Perfectic LLC
• Sabor y Alegria Mexicana LLC
• Sonora Granite, LLC
• Taco Monkey LLC

South Phoenix:

• Arellanos Truck Equipment Services LLC
• Armored Frame Construction LLC
• Cakes Coffee & More By Blanca LLC
• Chunky Tacos LLC
• Korocha Creations LLC
• Concise Cleaning, LLC
• Dessert LLC
• El Taco Dorado y Postres, LLC
• Embroidery Plus Az LLC
• JJM AC Tech LLC
• Paletas de Queso LLC
• This is Jess Photo LLC

About Local First Arizona
Founded in 2003, Local First Arizona is a community and economic development organization committed to strengthening local economies. Local First’s focus areas include entrepreneurship development, local and urban community development, racial equity, environmental commitment, and access to food. Local First is the nation’s largest local business coalition, advocating for privately owned businesses of all sizes by providing technical assistance designed to help local owners compete and collaborate. This will ultimately strengthen Arizona’s economy and build hometown pride.visit www.localfirstaz.com Find out more and visit our directory of over 3,000 local businesses.