Latino entrepreneurs push for stronger ties with Delaware lawmakers
Dozens of Latino business owners met with Delaware lawmakers and community leaders at Legislative Hall in Dover this week. The event aimed to strengthen connections between entrepreneurs and policymakers while addressing challenges facing the Latino community. Organisers stressed the need for better representation in economic and legislative discussions.
The gathering was hosted by La Plaza Delaware and the Delaware Alliance for Latino Entrepreneurs. Both groups work to support Latino-owned businesses and help them expand. Mary DuPont, founder of La Plaza Delaware, urged legislators to consider how policies directly affect Latino families and small enterprises.
Biriviana De Leon, a business owner from Sussex County, attended to learn more about state-level decisions impacting her work. She also showed support for organisations advocating for Latino entrepreneurs. During discussions, De Leon referenced Senate Bill 241, which could require contractors to join unions—a move that might affect some in the Latino business community. Milly Morales, who runs Celestial Beauty salon in Georgetown, encouraged others to speak openly about issues facing their businesses. She highlighted how state policies influence small communities, local transport, and even children's opportunities. Networking, she added, helps Latino voices reach those making key decisions. De Leon later emphasised that building these connections is vital. Without them, she said, the community risks being left out of important conversations on economic growth and policy changes.
The event gave Latino entrepreneurs a chance to discuss their concerns directly with lawmakers. Organisers hope these conversations will lead to policies that better reflect the needs of Delaware's growing Latino business sector. Future meetings are expected to keep strengthening ties between the community and state leaders.
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