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Women-led group dedicated toward Latino entrepreneurs forms

Five women co-founders want to connect Latino business owners and Latino immigrants with resources to sustain a small business.
By: CBJ News Staff|December 5, 2022 |
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    • Marlén Mendoza speaks to an audience in front of local musicians for the public launching of Emprendimiento Latino 5M, a new organization dedicated to Latino entrepreneurs.

    Marlén Mendoza speaks to an audience in front of local musicians for the public launching of Emprendimiento Latino 5M, a new organization dedicated to Latino entrepreneurs. CREDIT NOAH TONG

    A celebratory launch for Emprendimiento Latino 5M, a new group looking to empower Latino entrepreneurs in the Corridor, took place Dec. 3 at MERGE in Iowa City.

    The organization’s goal is to assist Latino entrepreneurs in starting and growing a small business, particularly concerning struggles specific to the Latino community like language and capital barriers.

    Previously known as Colectivo de Mujures en Negocio (COMUN),…

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