In honor and recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15 to October 15, this month’s Empower Hour will feature BACP Chief Small Business Officer Lotika Pai chatting with Eleazar Delgado, Owner of Café Jumping Bean.

Café Jumping Bean has become a thriving business and vital anchor for residents in Chicago’s Pilsen’s neighborhood. This year, the café is celebrating 30 years of providing its customers with a healthy menu of fresh sandwiches, salads and specialty coffee drinks. Owner Eleazar Delgado maintains his commitment to offering his loyal customer base quality ingredients and good conversation. Additionally, the café provides a space for local artists to exhibit and works closely with local schools and community organizations, all to strengthen the community.

The candid conversation will cover the launch of the business, product development, workforce development, and community engagement. The webinar will end with a Q&A for attendees to ask questions.