City Heights Community Development

We’re just 3 days away from our business community event: Conversations of Women Entrepreneurs and Mixer! This Monday, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, we invite you to join us for an evening of networking, inspiration, and connection with fellow entrepreneurs. Whether you're an experienced business owner or just beginning your entrepreneurial journey, this event is designed to bring like-minded individuals together to share insights and foster growth. Seating is limited, so please RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gU-3Ei9R We look forward to seeing you there!

Yesterday, City Heights CDC announced our partnership with Kim Center for Social Balance to allow City Heights small businesses to tap into LEAPS, a data-driven program to help them increase their economic power. Participants will learn how to incorporate equitable practices that make sense for their daily operations. We're also thankful for support from Council President Sean Elo-Rivera, J.D. and San Diego Gas & Electric, who helped kickstart this effort. Approximately 60% of San Diegans work for a small business. City Heights is home to a diverse population and workforce and is an ideal location to demonstrate how equity helps workers thrive, which in turn generates greater profitability and sustainability for small businesses. We look forward to helping small businesses tap into their economic power with equity in mind. Visit CityHeightsCDC.org for more information. #SanDiego #Equity #SmallBusiness #CommunityDevelopment #CityHeightsCDC

We are thrilled to share Petros was recently promoted to Community Development Program Manager at City Heights CDC! Petros started as a Lead Resident Services Coordinator and has shown exceptional growth, leadership, and dedication to the programs that serve our community. We are excited to see him thrive in his new role, where he will oversee our Maintenance Assessment District and Policy work. Please join us in congratulating Petros on this new chapter with the City Heights CDC team🎉 #CommunityDevelopment #CityHeightsCDC #CityHeights #MaintenanceAssessmentDistrict

We are excited to announce the panelists for our upcoming Conversation of Women Entrepreneurs and Mixer! Joining us for an evening of inspiring discussions and networking are the following women: Valone Smith, Natural Do Hair Marlyn Gonzalez, GEM Coffee Pie Arcinue, Suwerte International Danielle Monique Rainey, Danielle Monique Designs Gail Parker, MyDosha Tea Katrina Oprisko, Earthwell Refill We are also honored to have Anntonika Whittaker and Adriana "Adri" Brunner, representatives from Chase Bank, joining us as speakers and moderators. This event will bring together influential women entrepreneurs for an evening of engaging conversation and networking. Whether you are just starting your business or looking for insights to keep growing, this event will provide empowering stories and advice from experienced entrepreneurs. Seats are limited, so please RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gU-3Ei9R. We hope you will join us for this inspiring evening! #CityHeights #CityHeightsCDC #CommunityDevelopment #EconomicDevelopment #NonProfit #SanDiego #Networking

Join City Heights Community Development Sylvia Ramirez, MA Natasha Salgado Alexis Villanueva, MS and JPMorganChase for an unforgettable evening in celebration of "National Women's Small Business Month" on Monday Oct 28th. Hear from incredible entrepreneurs as they share their business journeys, vision, and passion. This is your chance to network and learn from inspiring leaders in our community, Maria "Pie" Arcinue (Suwerte International), Danielle Monique (Danielle Monique Designs), Valonne Smith (Natural Do Hair), Katrina Oprisko (Earthwell Refill), Gail Parker (My Dosha Tea) and Marlyn Gonzalez (GEM Coffee). 📅 Monday, 10/28 🕠 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM  📍 Chase Branch at City Heights-4440 Wightman Ave Ste 100, San Diego, CA 92105 Refreshments will be served, and space is limited to 50 attendees. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gQ858T86 A huge shoutout to the City Heights Community Development team for their incredible partnership in bringing this event to life, and a heartfelt thanks to our amazing Community Manager VP, Anntonika Whittaker, for her unwavering support and collaboration. We couldn't do this without you.  #WomenInBusiness #NationalWomensSmallBusinessMonth #CityHeightsCDC #WomenEntrepreneurs #CommunityImpact #OneChase #coachingforimpact #BusinessNetworking #EmpowerWomen #SupportSmallBusinesses Lety Sanchez Peter Jackson, MBA

We are thrilled to congratulate Jesse Ramirez, our Senior Program Manager of Transportation & Planning, on receiving the RISE San Diego Inclusive Leadership in Action (ILIA) Community Change Agent Award. Selected from a group of distinguished community advocates, Jesse was selected for his leadership in creating innovative programs, policies, platforms, and partnerships that promote lasting, systemic change. This recognition is a testament to Jesse’s dedication and impact on the community. We are proud to have him as part of our team. #CityHeightsCDC #CityHeights #RiseSanDiego #ILIA #CommunityDevelopment

We are thrilled to share that the San Diego Business Journal has honored Alexis Villanueva, our CEO and President, as one of the Latino Leaders of Influence for 2024! Alexis continues to inspire and lead with her unwavering commitment to fostering community-driven change and supporting our mission. We are grateful for her visionary leadership. Congratulations, Alexis! #Leadership #LatinoLeaders2024 #CityHeights #CityHeightsCDC #SanDiegoBusinessJournal

We’re excited to announce our Winter Extravaganza, a free community event bringing City Heights together with vendors, entertainment, and more. Join us on December 14th and help us celebrate the holiday season ❄️ 🎉 #CityHeights #SanDiego #CityHeightsCDC #FreeCommunityEvent

Meet Michelle, our Economic Development Program Manager at City Heights CDC, who is dedicated to making a difference in our community. With a focus on empowering local entrepreneurs, Michelle oversees programs like CHOPPED, designed to overcome language and technology barriers for small business owners. Her role also includes organizing impactful community events, such as the Winter Extravaganza, which showcases the talents of micro-entrepreneurs and fosters community engagement. We are fortunate to have her as a vital part of our team. #EconomicDevelopment #Community #CityHeights #CityHeightsCDC

We are excited to welcome Desirae as the new Garden Coordinator at New Roots! Desirae joins us with a robust background in community engagement and coordination from her previous role at ProSciento. Her expertise in working with diverse populations and her passion for sustainability make her a perfect fit for our team. In her new role, Desirae is eager to apply her skills to foster sustainable gardening practices, create educational opportunities, and guide the garden’s evolution into a thriving food forest. We look forward to the positive impact she will bring to our community and garden. Welcome aboard, Desirae! 🌿 #NewRootsGarden #CommunityGarden #CityHeightsCDC