The Lawrence Partnership

SAVE THE DATE 📅 for the Lawrence Partnership’s 2025 Annual Meeting! bit.ly/LPAnnualMtg25 Be part of an inspiring gathering of business leaders, community partners, and changemakers at the Lawrence Partnership’s 2025 Annual Meeting! Connect, celebrate progress, and explore new opportunities to drive inclusive economic growth in our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage, network, and make an impact. 📲 Register today: bit.ly/LPAnnualMtg25

Just been walking in my purpose and I think that’s beautiful🎙️ Another speaking engagement in the books! I feel beyond blessed that I’m able to align my two passions of education & public speaking in a way that feels so natural to me. Thank you to my amazing friend Genesis Duran along with her team at The Lawrence Partnership George A. Ramirez as well as the Merrimack Valley Small Business Coalition for allowing me to share my knowledge on marketing and AI with the community at Northern Essex Community College. I was joined alongside some great speakers who even taught me some new tricks! Eloisa Marquez-Gonzalez, Jose Tovar, Abel Vargas, Javier Borrero. It was heartwarming to be reunited with familiar faces like my previous team from We Are ALX, Josefa Elena Arriagada Saieh of TDI Mass Development, the EforAll and EparaTodos Merrimack Valley team and my dearest Wendy Estrella! It’s so wonderful that these resources are being shared to help our entrepreneurial community succeed. I encourage you to stay adaptable, do things that make you uncomfortable and tap into the tools that are out there to help you win. Media credits to Mike Dean Photos

Earlier this month, the Merrimack Valley Small Business Coalition, including event organizers EforAll and EparaTodos Merrimack Valley, Essex County Community Foundation (ECCF), Merrimack Valley Planning Commission (MVPC), MassDevelopment, and The Lawrence Partnership, hosted an event at Northern Essex Community College (NECC) on the power of AI in business. Emceed by Sophan S., ED of EforAll/EparaTodos MV, and George A. Ramirez, ED of the Lawrence Partnership, the event began with AI expert Jose Tovar, who introduced attendees to AI and its practical applications. Keynote speaker Eloisa Marquez-Gonzalez, CEO and founder of Walking Tree, followed with an insightful talk on sustainable business growth and how AI drives efficiency and innovation. A highlight of the evening was the panel discussion featuring Abel Vargas (Valley Home Insulation LLC), Cristal Delgado (Marketing Consultant & Creative Director), and Javier Borrero (Borrero Photography & Marketing Solutions), moderated by LP Staff Associate Genesis Duran. Panelists shared real-world experiences on how AI helps streamline operations, enhance marketing, and free up time for high-priority tasks. Attendees also had the opportunity to connect with local organizations at resource tables including We Are ALX, Nectar Community Investments, and Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll), and participate in a special giveaway. Thanks to TEK Collaborative, the first 25 attendees had the opportunity to win a free Chromebook to support their continued learning. A big thank you to our speakers, panelists, vendors, and partners for making this event a success! As AI continues shaping the future of business, we look forward to more opportunities for learning and collaboration in our community. Stay tuned for upcoming events! https://lnkd.in/eV74Syyk Photos: Mike Dean

✨ Lawrence Partnership 2025 Annual Meeting 🌟 Keynote Speaker Announcement ✨ Kim Driscoll is the 73rd Lieutenant Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Together, Governor Maura Healey and Lieutenant Governor Driscoll are the first all-women executive team to lead Massachusetts. Since taking office, Lt. Governor Driscoll has spearheaded several administration priorities and initiatives. Exemplified by her extensive and successful career in local government, Driscoll has served as a notable proponent for the economic development of Massachusetts' cities and towns. Her efforts also include expanding affordable housing, improving public education policy, and supporting emergency shelter assistance programs across the state. Driscoll also chairs the Governor’s Council, the Governor’s Council to Address Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, and Human Trafficking, the Seaport Economic Council, and co-chairs the STEM Advisory Council. Prior to Beacon Hill, Driscoll served as the Mayor of City of Salem, Massachusetts for 17 years and is a proud graduate of Salem State University. 📲 LEARN MORE: bit.ly/LPAnnualMtg25

Last night’s event was truly special at the Northern Essex Community College — the energy, conversations, and connections made it an amazing experience. It was an honor to share the stage with such talented and inspiring entrepreneurs, all bringing valuable insights for small business owners navigating AI and business growth. A huge thank you to The Lawrence Partnership, EforAll and EparaTodos Merrimack Valley, Northern Essex Community College, and everyone who made this event possible. A special shoutout to George Ramirez, Sophan Smith, Genesis Duran, and my fellow speakers: 🎤 Abel Vargas, Cristal Delgado, Javier Borrero and Jose Tovar– Thank you for sharing your knowledge and insights! And to everyone who attended—thank you for showing up, engaging, and making this event so impactful. 📸 Did you take any great photos? Drop them in the comments! #SmallBusiness #AIforBusiness #Networking #Entrepreneurship #Community

✨ Campus Compact is proud to honor Lane Glenn, Ph.D., president of Northern Essex Community College (NECC), with the Eduardo J. Padrón Award for Presidential Leadership! ✨ This prestigious award recognizes community college leaders dedicated to civic and community engagement. As Massachusetts’ longest-serving community college president, Glenn has championed equity, workforce development, and student success—leaving a lasting impact on NECC and beyond. His leadership has shaped initiatives like Success for All, removing barriers and fostering a diverse, inclusive campus. 👏 Join us in celebrating President Glenn’s incredible contributions! Award recipients will be honored at Compact25 in Atlanta, March 31 – April 2, 2025. 📲 Read more: conta.cc/4knkuzY

TODAY/HOY 📅 [mensaje bilingue] Please join us on March 18th at The Atrium at Northern Essex Community College in Lawrence for a Small Business Event! Keynote Speaker: 🗣️ Eloisa Marquez-Gonzalez, CEO of WalkingTree / Sustainable Growth Strategist Featured Speaker: 🗣️ Jose Tovar, AI & Marketing Specialist, MBA & Electronic Engineer Panel: 🗣️ Abel Vargas, President of Valley Home Insulation LLC 🗣️ Cristal Delgado, Marketing Consultant & Creative Director 🗣️ Javier Borrero, Founder & Marketing Manager of Borrero Photography & Marketing Solutions 🎁 BONUS: The first 25 attendees to arrive to the event will receive a free laptop provided by TEK Collaborative (must stay until end of event) 📲 REGISTER: https://lnkd.in/eV74Syyk ------- Únase a nosotros el 18 de marzo en El Atrium en Northern Essex Community College en Lawrence para un evento para pequeñas empresa! Oradora Principal: 🗣️ Eloisa Marquez-Gonzalez, CEO of WalkingTree / Sustainable Growth Strategist Orador Destacado: 🗣️ Jose Tovar, AI & Marketing Specialist, MBA & Electronic Engineer Panel de Oradores: 🗣️ Abel Vargas, President of Valley Home Insulation 🗣️ Cristal Delgado, Marketing Consultant & Creative Director 🗣️ Javier Borrero, Founder & Marketing Manager of Borrero Photography 🎁 BONO: ¡Los primeros 25 asistentes que lleguen al evento recibirán una computadora portátil gratis de TEK Collaborative! (debe permanecer hasta el final del evento) 📲 REGÍSTRATE: https://lnkd.in/eV74Syyk

Thank you to The Lawrence Partnership for hosting MassHire Merrimack Valley Workforce Board and MassHire Merrimack Valley Career Center at the Know Your City series event on Thursday! We appreciate the opportunity to connect with the community and share valuable workforce resources. Looking forward to the next one! #MassHire #WorkforceDevelopment #KnowYourCity #MerrimackValley

TOMORROW/MAÑANA 📅 [mensaje bilingue] Please join us on March 18th at The Atrium at Northern Essex Community College in Lawrence for a Small Business Event! Keynote Speaker: 🗣️ Eloisa Marquez-Gonzalez, CEO of WalkingTree / Sustainable Growth Strategist Featured Speaker: 🗣️ Jose Tovar, AI & Marketing Specialist, MBA & Electronic Engineer Panel: 🗣️ Abel Vargas, President of Valley Home Insulation LLC 🗣️ Cristal Delgado, Marketing Consultant & Creative Director 🗣️ Javier Borrero, Founder & Marketing Manager of Borrero Photography & Marketing Solutions 🎁 BONUS: The first 25 attendees to arrive to the event will receive a free laptop provided by TEK Collaborative (must stay until end of event) 📲 REGISTER: https://lnkd.in/eV74Syyk ------- Únase a nosotros el 18 de marzo en El Atrium en Northern Essex Community College en Lawrence para un evento para pequeñas empresa! Oradora Principal: 🗣️ Eloisa Marquez-Gonzalez, CEO of WalkingTree / Sustainable Growth Strategist Orador Destacado: 🗣️ Jose Tovar, AI & Marketing Specialist, MBA & Electronic Engineer Panel de Oradores: 🗣️ Abel Vargas, President of Valley Home Insulation 🗣️ Cristal Delgado, Marketing Consultant & Creative Director 🗣️ Javier Borrero, Founder & Marketing Manager of Borrero Photography 🎁 BONO: ¡Los primeros 25 asistentes que lleguen al evento recibirán una computadora portátil gratis de TEK Collaborative! (debe permanecer hasta el final del evento) 📲 REGÍSTRATE: https://lnkd.in/eV74Syyk

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