"We’ve now come out as a family of entrepreneurs," said Latara Owens, participant in DBEDC's recent HubHustle Collective launchpad for small business owners. “What we’re hoping is that this is going to springboard a lot of new entrepreneurs," said CEO Kimberly R. Lyle. "Folks who have great ideas, incredible hustle and grit, and they just need someone to invest in their ideas.” Thank you to the Boston Business Journal for spotlighting HubHustle! Read more about how DBEDC is backing our community's future business leaders: https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/news/2025/07/03/dorchester-bay-entrepreneurs-hubhustle-grant.html (fb)

DBEDC's Community Block Party is almost here! Join us at Mary Hannon Park for a fun-filled afternoon featuring local vendors and free food from Across the Border and Roxy’s Grilled Cheese (while supplies last). Dance to a live DJ, try your luck in the raffle, and let your creativity shine with interactive art. Oh—and did we mention free ice cream and cotton candy for everyone? Don’t miss it! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-block-party-tickets-1348687252879?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl (fb)