About Lauderhill

Located in the heart of Broward County, the City of Lauderhill is home to nearly 75,000 residents and a growing number of bustling businesses that help drive the region’s economy. Known for its diverse cultural richness and welcoming community, this All-American City is less than 10 miles from South Florida’s world-famous beaches. The city proudly holds the title of the “cricket capital” of the United States, thanks to Central Broward Regional Park Stadium—the first U.S. cricket ground certified by the International Cricket Council (ICC) to host international matches. This landmark venue has become a hub for cricket in North America, drawing major international events and helping to grow the sport’s popularity across the region. The city is also popular for arts and recreation, featuring signature destinations like Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, Lauderhill Historical Museum, Lauderhill Golf Course and several scenic parks with picturesque trails. With a strong focus on people, progress and sustainability, Lauderhill continues to be a vibrant place for everyone under the sun.

CRA Virtual Empowerment Series Graduation

Post Date:08/19/2020 5:23 PM

participants of virtual graduation ceremony in grid view of zoom call. 

The Lauderhill CRA, the City of Lauderhill, the Urban League of Broward County, and From the Inside Out School of Etiquette hosted a virtual series of entrepreneurship classes focused on grooming the next generation of Lauderhill business owners. The series, titled "The CRA Virtual Empowerment Series," was offered to adults and students ages 11-17. Participants learned how to register their business with Sunbiz, write a business plan, start a website, and develop an elevator pitch, to name a few. 

The live CRA Virtual Empowerment Series Graduation was held on Monday, August 17th at 6:00 PM. The following graduates learned fundamental business skills and received advice from current business owners in the City of Lauderhill. Congratulations to our entrepreneurs!

Youth graduates:

  • Cassandra Acosta - Dose of Beauty
  • Kendall Cooper - RAEF – Rise Above Every Failure
  • Kennedi Cooper - Kennedi Kollection
  • Kameran Mackey - The Queens Closet Boutique
  • Khadir Muhammad - KN Creative Designs
  • Destiny Muwwakkil - D’s Jewelry Collection
  • Samara Rawls - S.M.A.R.T Assistance

Adult graduates:

  •  Kyle Baptiste - HD Sanitizing
  • Debbie Christophe - ChrisJon Creations and Design, LLC
  • Talia German - To Infinity and Beyond Learning Center
  • Christopher Hobbs - Tamkin
  • Paris Hooper - Drip Apparel & Accessories, LLC
  • Kristel Hosein - Little Roops Photography
  • Kadijah Muhammad - Sweet Tooth Learning
  • Naisha Nicholas - The Link Hub
  • Richard Saulsberry - Integrity Settlement Adjusters
  • Mary Smith - Gender Equality Matters, LLC
  • Benita Weston - Party Decorating By BW Productions

Mentoring businesses:

 participants of virtual graduation ceremony in grid view of zoom call.

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