Think City Hall is just a place for fines and red tape? Think again. In Part 3 of the Bell Round Table series, experts Martin Rodriguez and Zoelli Ortiz reveal how local government is actually your small business's best ally. Learn how to navigate permits, understand zoning laws, and avoid the most expensive mistakes new entrepreneurs make.

Wearing too many hats as a small business owner? You don't need a massive marketing budget or a viral TikTok account to win customers. In this City of Bell Round Table kickoff, business coach Francine breaks down the no-nonsense basics of getting seen and chosen. Learn how to master the 10-second rule, navigate the modern customer journey, and build true customer loyalty without the burnout.

Discover how Ivana Darmawan scaled Kasih Co-op from a local passion project to a global brand with 194 retail partners. A story of resilience, heritage, and strategic growth.

He grew up seeing his community struggle without financial guidance. He saw families trapped in cycles of debt and decided to build an exit ramp. So he built a solution. Meet Christopher Hernandez, the founder of WGT Financial, and that entrepreneur turning lived experience into a legacy of generational wealth in Los Angeles.

In a Huntington Park neighborhood dominated by drive-thrus, one entrepreneur decided his community deserved more than meals wrapped in grease and habit. He risked everything to build Woods Deli, a place that serves fresh food and dignity. Here’s how he’s building a movement from the ground up.