Most of the media often paints all businesses with a single stroke, but in our experience businesses are each unique and so many of them are focused on making the world a better place. We’ve highlighted a few such gems below.

Elizabeth (Liz) Valdez Gilliland

Honestly, I didn’t set out wanting to own a business. As a dance teacher for over 30 years, I always considered myself somewhat of an entrepreneur at heart, but I worked for other people or taught at studios here in Long Beach. I’d seen firsthand what it took to run a brick and mortar space, and that wasn’t something I wanted. Read More>>

Ernest Gundo

Hailey Jordany Clothing helps the community by going beyond just selling clothes. We use fashion as a way to empower people, helping them express themselves and build confidence through their personal style. We also promote sustainability and ethical production, which contributes to a healthier environment for our community. In addition, we aim to support local economic growth by creating opportunities within production and supply chains. Read More>>

Mariluz Gonzalez

Vesper Public Relations has impacted the community by promoting culture, supporting local events, and engaging diverse communities across Southern California. Vesper Public Relations has received multiple certificates of recognition from the City of Los Angeles, the County of Los Angeles, and the California State Assembly for work related to cultural programs and community engagement. Read More>>

Dr. Stefane C. Baker

HOPE ACADEMY exists because all children deserve a learning environment where they can develop personally, academically and spiritually. Our program helps the community and the world by carefully and intentionally cultivating the next generation of Chrtist-centered leaders and thinkers. We recognize that there many educational programs in the community impacting children’s lives in positive ways. Read More>>

Arman Sayat

When people ask how my business helps communities around the world, I often find it difficult to answer by talking about business alone. Of course, filmmaking is a business. My team and I provide professional film production and post-production services, helping creators bring their stories to life through cinematography, editing, color grading, sound design, and festival packaging. Read More>>

Nathan Hyland

At my boutique consulting firm, Lapaix Hyland Global Business Consultants, we believe business should be a force for good. While we help organizations grow internationally, our real mission is to build partnerships that improve the health of communities around the world. Read More>>