The Partner Perspective series is an opportunity to hear from LASEC Business Connect member companies and the high-powered local, diverse entrepreneurs behind them. Today’s focus is Jameela Baliwala, Co-Founder of Woodland Warner Flowers. LASEC: Tell us about your...
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CFP to deliver up to $225 million to economy
A new report issued by Micronomics Economic Research and Consulting outlines significant gains for Los Angeles when the region hosts the College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship at SoFi Stadium on January 9, 2023, in the City of Inglewood. According to the...
Inglewood coach receives major grant from CFP Championship
The College Football Playoff National Championship Game is coming to SoFi Stadium in January. Inglewood High School track coach, Reginald Bellamy, received a $20,000 grant through the Champions Educate Here legacy program the CFP Foundation, the LA84 Foundation and...
Business Connect Spotlight: Journey Via Gurney
Journey Via Gurney is a veteran-owned transit company that provides disability-friendly services, vehicles, and specialized transports. They also provide transport for special events. Committed to the best care for clients, Journey Via Gurney has a highly skilled team...
College Football Playoff Announces Musical Talent Lineup for AT&T Playoff Playlist Live!
The College Football Playoff (CFP) today announced a lineup of multi-platinum recording artists that will perform at AT&T Playoff Playlist Live! (January 7-8). The free concerts will take place in Los Angeles’ Banc of California Stadium leading up to the 2023...
2023 College Football Playoff National Championship to Generate Up to $225 Million For Local Economy
A new report issued by Micronomics Economic Research and Consulting outlines significant gains for Los Angeles when the region hosts the College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship at SoFi Stadium on January 9, 2023, in the City of Inglewood. According to the...
WrestleMania Goes Hollywood With A Full Week of Events in Los Angeles
WWE today announced three additional events at Crypto.com Arena as part of WrestleMania Week in Los Angeles: Friday, March 31: Friday Night SmackDown/2023 WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Saturday, April 1: NXT Stand and Deliver Monday, April 3: Monday Night Raw...
SoFi Stadium awarded 2023 Concacaf Gold Cup Final
Concacaf has announced that the Final of the 2023 Concacaf Gold Cup – the 17th edition of the Confederation’s flagship men’s national team competition – has been awarded to the world-renowned SoFi Stadium. The state-of-the-art venue, home to the NFL’s Los Angeles...
Business Connect Spotlight: Innovate Marketing Group
Innovate Marketing Group is an award-winning event agency that creates immersive experiences to help brands connect with their customers. Equipped with a wealth of industry knowledge, Amanda Ma and her team are prepared to make an impact. To learn more about Innovate...
LACC to Host 2032 Women’s Open, 2039 U.S. Open
The Los Angeles Country Club will continue its relationship with the USGA when it serves as the host site for the 2032 U.S. Women’s Open Presented by ProMedica and 2039 U.S. Open Championships. The club has previously hosted three USGA championships, most recently the...
LASEC Fall Updates
The College Football Playoff National Championship Runs Through Los Angeles We are now less than 100 DAYS away from hosting the College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship on January 9, 2023, at SoFi Stadium. This will be the first national championship back...
Business Connect Spotlight: First Option Entertainment
The Partner Perspective series is an opportunity to hear from LASEC Business Connect member companies and the high-powered local, diverse entrepreneurs behind them. Today’s focus is Paula Bond, Founder of First Option Entertainment. LASEC: Tell us about your company...
Business Connect Spotlight: South LA Cafe
South LA Cafe is a family-owned coffee shop and cultural center located in the heart of South Central Los Angeles. Over the years, Joe and Celia Ward-Wallace have built a safe community space where they can focus on fighting racial, social, economic, and food...
Building on the success of Super Bowl LVI, LASEC Business Connect helps more diverse local businesses get in the game
A community-focused café and restaurant delivering fresh, affordable, and healthy food to South LA. A personal branding and event photography company recently empowered to open its own studio. A third-generation, family-owned sweet potato pie bakery putting “the...
Business Connect Partner Perspective: Christopher Sweeney, Founder, RightMealz
The Partner Perspective series is an opportunity to hear from LASEC Business Connect member companies and the high-powered local, diverse entrepreneurs behind them. Today’s focus is Christopher Sweeney, Founder of the premium meal prep company RightMealz. LASEC: Tell...














