🌟 New Employee Spotlight: Welcome, Hope Lawery! BCL welcomes Hope Lawery to the team! With 27 years in business development, Hope Lawery has guided small businesses through technical assistance, government contracting, and proposal writing. She has helped clients secure contracts and grants from over 20 agencies and organizations, including the GSA, USDOT, and Enterprise Foundation. A Howard University economics graduate, Hope brings deep expertise in placemaking, affordable housing, and commercial development to BCL. We're excited to have her expertise on board as our new Technical Assistance and Training Officer! (fb)

🌟 New Employee Spotlight: Welcome, Petula Caesar! BCL welcomes Petula Caesar, CFRE to the team! A powerhouse in nonprofit leadership and fundraising, Petula brings over 20 years of experience and a proven track record of securing more than $30 million in funding for mission-driven work. In addition to her work as a grant strategist and equity-focused leader, Petula is also a published author and award-winning playwright. We’re excited to have her expertise on board as our new Resource Development Officer! (fb)