Events
Be part of a network of local Latino-owned and operated businesses.
¡DALE! Member Meeting
Date: Thursday, September 17th , 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Arena’s Milford, 200 NE Front St, Milford, DE 19963
Milford: Business Planning 12-Week Course
Date: Monday, September 21st, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Avenue United Methodist Church, 20 Church St, Milford, DE 19963
Georgetown: Business Classes 12 Week Course
Date: Thursday, September 24th, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: SSt. Michael the Archangel & Mary Mother of Peace, 202 Edward St., Georgetown, DE 19947
Milford First Friday ¡FIESTA!
Date: Friday, October 2nd , 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown Milford, DE
Relive the Magic of the
Latina Business
Summit 2026
Every year, the Latina Business Summit brings together more than 100 latina entrepreneurs, business leaders, and changemakers for a day of learning, collaboration, and inspiration. Watch the highlights and see how we’re building a stronger future for Latino-owned businesses in Delaware.
While the summit was just one day, our work continues. La Plaza offers ongoing business classes, coaching, and workshops to help Latino entrepreneurs grow and thrive all year long.
Explore our programs and join the movement!
Contact us at 302-614-0003
Plan
Take a 12-week course to help you start and grow your business. You’ll
graduate with a roadmap and resources to help you succeed at every stage of your development.
La Plaza offers a variety of educational workshops and special events that help
small business owners build their skills and grow their businesses.
Work with a coach, your trusted ally, who will help you to solve business your
business or financial problems, take advantage of new opportunities, and implement your business plan.
Small business loans are available from our financial service partners working in partnership with La Plaza to
finance your business needs.
Latino businesses in Kent and Sussex Counties are joining forces to build the Delaware Alliance of Latino Entrepreneurs (¡DALE!), a community of Latino entrepreneurs. Be part of the movement!
In partnership with the Delaware Alliance for Latino Entrepreneurs (¡DALE!), we are
planning many special business events celebrating Latino businesses including a
Latino Business Awards Gala, a Latina Summit, and a Latino Mercado.
Sussex County Latino Community
Latinos are the fastest growing population in America. In Sussex County, the Latino community has grown significantly over the past 10 years from 20,542 in 2016 to 29,438 in 2026, an increase of 43%! In Georgetown – the county seat – Latinos comprise 50% of the population. The number of Latinos is also growing quickly in many other small towns in southern DE, including Milford, which has seen an 88% increase over the past 10 years.
of the population in
Georgetown
employed vs. 56% of the general population in Sussex County
licensed businesses in
Georgetown / 800+ in
Sussex County
Supporters & Funders
Partners
Faith-Based Partners
St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church and Mary Mother of Peace
Fr. Robert Coine & Fr. Pedro Silva
Iglesia Betel UMC
Dr. Rene Knight, Pastor
Iglesia Candelero do Oro
Pastor Gumercindo Lopez
Iglesia de Dios de la Profecia
Pastor Anastacio Matamoros
St. John the Apostle
Deacon Nick Vasquez
Avenue United Methodist Church
Pastor Neyda Albarrán