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Now and Later® and La La Anthony Team Up to Spotlight Self-Care Companies for National Black Business Month
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Now and Later® and La La Anthony Team Up to Spotlight Self-Care Companies for National Black Business Month

NNPAJuly 27, 2023

In continued support of go-getters and changemakers in the Black community, the brand is launching ‘Pause Now, Hustle Later’ in partnership with media personality, entrepreneur, and candy lover La La Anthony, to spotlight five emerging black-owned businesses in the self-care space and to encourage fans to take a pause NOW, so that they can reset and reenergize for their daily hustle LATER.

Operation HOPE and Wells Fargo Host New HOPE Inside Location  in L.A.
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Operation HOPE and Wells Fargo Host New HOPE Inside Location  in L.A.

Sentinel News ServiceJune 22, 2023

Operation HOPE and Wells Fargo recently announced the grand welcome of a new ‘HOPE Inside’ location in Los Angeles, California. The award-winning HOPE Inside program, which offers access to free financial coaching services, will be located within Wells Fargo’s Florence & Central Branch, 1144 E. Florence Ave., in Los Angeles, CA.

Local Contractor Helps Build Metro Rail Project, Thanks to CDAB Program
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Local Contractor Helps Build Metro Rail Project, Thanks to CDAB Program

Sentinel News ServiceJune 11, 2023

KPA Constructors has played a noteworthy role on the $1.8 billion LA Metro Regional Connector project, which opens on June 16, due in large part to the LA Regional Contractor Development and Bonding Program (CDABP), which assists small and diverse firms in overcoming barriers, building their capacities, and winning government contracts. 

From Smart & Final to his own Store: The Kobbler King Celebrates 30 Years
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From Smart & Final to his own Store: The Kobbler King Celebrates 30 Years

Simone Grant, Contributing WriterMay 25, 2023

Founded by Brian McMillan, The Kobbler King was established in 1993.  Its desserts are featured in various grocery stores and retailers throughout Southern California, including: Albertsons, Vons, Pavilions, and over thirty restaurants from Hot Wings Cafe, Louisiana Fried Chicken, Fish Bone, Mom’s Bar-B-Q, Jim Dandy Fried Chicken, and more. The storefront is located in South L.A on Jefferson and Crenshaw Blvd., making it the go-to spot for everyone’s sweet tooth. 

Fast Food Franchise Owners Say Proposed Law Would Kill Their Businesses                             
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Fast Food Franchise Owners Say Proposed Law Would Kill Their Businesses                             

McKenzie Jackson, California Black MediaMay 18, 2023

Nathan Carter wore numerous hats while working at McDonald’s restaurants. Eventually, he became the owner of several locations of the fast-food business in Los Angeles.  As a teenager, the Pasadena native prepared food, mopped floors, operated the register, repaired ice cream machines, and cleaned the playpens at McDonald’s locations owned by his father, Norman, a McDonald’s franchisee of 32 years.

How to Exercise Good Financial Health
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How to Exercise Good Financial Health

Sponsored content from JPMorgan Chase & Co.May 18, 2023

With spring in full bloom – now is a perfect time to start a fresh a foundation for a healthy financial future. Good financial health is the foundation on which strong and resilient households, communities and economies are built, but the reality is, many struggle to manage their financial daily lives.