Cafecito Caliente

Please plan on joining us this evening at rhe UAW Local 652 located at 2510 W. Michigan in Lansing. Held 6:00pm to 8:00pm

The Latino community often hasn't had a voice in matters that pertain to our very own lives. We can place the blame on many things, but if we don't show up, then we ourselves are to blame.

Bottom Line: Show up.

New York Knicks or San Antonio Spurs?

The Latino duo helping fuel the Knicks’ historic NBA Finals run | CNN Karl-Anthony Towns and José Alvarado’s are helping lead the Knicks on one of the most memorable postseason runs in NBA history. And for many Latino fans, that means something far bigger than basketball.

Can you believe that 517 Entrepreneurship & Innovation Week is almost here? https://www.517ei.com/?utm_campaign=9813176-LEAPlit&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_SBI54g7S1TOFIbV0Uav1-mk44tE7BThjtsTfpFCvq9sXH1m7Za_D7oIxYzZr-FW3MPZhHjU5feuDlf4BiHwP4px5BhQ&_hsmi=411943253&utm_content=411943253&utm_source=hs_email

Next week, thousands of founders, students, creators, and business leaders from across the Lansing region will come together for 28 events to learn from real experiences, meet new people, and grow alongside our community.

Adriana Lopez-Ellis will be available to sit with you one on one to learn about the Lansing Economic Area Partnership and the resources available to you! Monday to Wednesday, from 11:00am to 3:00pm. Schedule by sending her an email at: [email protected]

WHEN: Wednesday April 8, 2026, from 11:00AM – 3:00PM

WHERE: The Hub @ The Graduate 133 Evergreen Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823

DESCRIPTION: Your business idea deserves a real conversation — and this is your chance to have one.

Join LEAP’s Small Business Liaison, Adriana Lopez-Ellis, for a focused, 30-minute one-on-one session to learn how LEAP supports small businesses across the Lansing region.

Contact to set up appointment: [email protected]

Adriana Lopez-Ellis Bio:

As a Small Business Liaison, Adriana is dedicated to connecting small business clients with partner programs and ensuring they receive the financial resources and support needed to scale and thrive.

Adriana is the proud daughter of Mexican immigrant parents and the first in her family to graduate from a four-year university. She brings a diverse range of experience in real estate, relationship building, and management to her role at LEAP.

Outside of work, Adriana enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, traveling, and listening to podcasts. She is deeply passionate about supporting her local Latino community.

To participate in all of the resources that the 517 Entrepreneur & Innovation Week offers April 6th to April 10th: https://www.517ei.com/events-2026?utm_campaign=9813176-LEAPlit&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--7P3i4h6KHZ2MQjUkmbN2YqeA46vtGNBlFQzhxvuqIRzZDbempatseLZbF3f0o2OH40LY83KBQvw5Gd5DNllVSfuymDg&_hsmi=411631041&utm_content=411631041&utm_source=hs_email

This truly is a life and career changing program. Deadline is Sunday, March 29, 2026.

BIPOC business owners in Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham County, quick check:
Are you making sales, though not really sure what your profit looks like?
Trying to grow, though still figuring things out as you go?
Thinking about funding, though not sure you’re ready yet?
Elevate x Ascend is built for this stage of business.

✔ 16-week accelerator
✔ One-on-one support
✔ Real strategy you can use
No cost to participate
📅 Apply by March 29
Apply at link in bio or https://hubs.la/Q0482Xzz0

Cancellation of the Legacy of Cesar Chavez Dinner

The Legacy of Cesar Chavez Dinner scheduled for March 25, 2026 has been cancelled.

In light of the recent statement released from the Cesar Chavez Foundation, we have decided to join other communities and cancel this year’s event.

We remain committed to honoring the Latino community, and the service, dignity, and rights of farmworkers. We will be working on further events and celebrations in the future.

All ticket purchasers and sponsors will be contacted directly regarding reimbursement.