Community is Our Business

Discover the diverse businesses located along the Purple Line. Each month, we spotlight businesses in our community across Prince George’s and Montgomery counties. Explore their services below.

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    6419 Kenilworth Ave (Left Unit), Riverdale Park, MD, 20737

    EricnTech Cellphones and Computer Repair

    EricnTech Cellphones and Computer Repair specializes in repairing a wide range of smart devices, including phones, laptops, iPads, tablets, smart watches, and game consoles. The repairs range from replacing a broken screen to unlocking devices. They also sell, trade, and buy phones, computers, prepaid phones, accessories, and SIM cards, and customers can pay phone bills onsite.

    Located directly along the Purple Line corridor near the Riverdale Park-Kenilworth station, EricnTech is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.

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    8555 Piney Branch Rd. , Silver Spring, MD, 20901

    Eastern Carryout

    Eastern Carryout, located in the Central Square Shopping Center, specializes in Chinese cuisine for dine-in, takeout, or delivery.  While offering a full complement of popular Chinese dishes, Singapore rice noodles, soups, and dumplings are among customers’ favorite dishes.  American staples such as chicken nuggets, fried jumbo shrimp, and spare rib tips are also available.

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    934 Bonifant St., Silver Spring, MD, 20910

    Rita's Hair Salon

    Nestled in Silver Spring, Rita's Hair Salon stands as a beacon of beauty and tradition. Located at 934 Bonifant Street, this salon isn't just a place for hair care—it's a family legacy, a testament to skill, passion, and cultural pride.

    Owned and operated since 2017 by Arianny Peguero and her husband, Joaquin Medina, Rita’s Hair Salon is committed to unwavering customer satisfaction and the transformative power of hairstyling. Rita's Hair Salon caters to both men and women, offering a range of services from dreadlocks to color, highlights, and blowouts. And for male clients seeking grooming services, Rita's partners with Ebony Barbers, conveniently located right next door, ensuring a complete salon experience for all.

    Rita’s is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.

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    5416 Quesada Rd., Riverdale Park, MD, 20737

    Total Automotive Maintenance

    Total Automotive Maintenance prides itself on offering years of expertise from well-trained technicians and strives to earn the trust and loyalty of every valued customer.  Specializing in both foreign and domestic repair, Total Automotive's services range from oil changes to engine repair and more, with a priority on environmentally conscious practices.

    The shop is open 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday,
    and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Schedule appointments and check for special promotions online or by calling 301-277-2768.

Business Directory

Tools and Resources for Your Business

The Purple Line Business Engagement Team works collaboratively with various neighborhood revitalization organizations, redevelopment authorities, regional services centers, and community development financial institutions in the project area. With a local focus, these entities deliver business support and development programs and services that may be of assistance to you and your business.

Latino Economic Development Center

LEDC is a Washington DC based 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Community Development Financial Institution with a mission is to drive the economic and social advancement of low-to-moderate income Latinos and other D.C. and Baltimore metro area residents and help them build assets through homeownership and entrepreneurship.

202-588-5102

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FSC First
 

FSC First was founded in 1978 to serve small businesses. Today it offers a diverse range of financing programs and revolving loan funds. It is a certified development company (CDC) and community development financial institution (CDFI) that provides creative, flexible business financing solutions to established and emerging businesses through its diverse grant and loan portfolio.

301-883-6900

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Silver Spring Region Montgomery County, MD

Montgomery County Government has many resources available to help small businesses start, grow, and thrive. Silver Spring Regional Services Center is one of five Regional Services Centers strategically located in various regions of the county to bring county government closer to all who live, work, and visit Silver Spring - including residents and businesses.

240-777-0311

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Maryland Small Business Development Center

From start-up to established businesses, the Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers individualized consulting, access to experienced business advisors, and programs and services to sustain and revitalize small businesses.

301-403-8300

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Central Kenilworth Avenue Revitalization Community Development Corporation

Central Kenilworth Avenue Revitalization Community Development Corporation (CKAR CDC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that forms strategic partnerships to implement projects in the Greater Riverdale community, including community and economic development, workforce training, environmental sustainability, business retention, and advocacy.

240-608-CKAR

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Takoma/Langley Crossroads Development Authority

Supporting the international commercial district along University Blvd and New Hampshire Ave with over 170 shops and restaurants, the Takoma/Langley Crossroads Development Authority. Inc. is a 501(c)6 business association that markets, promotes, and maintains the City of Takoma Park’s Takoma/Langley Crossroads Commercial Management District.

301-578-6094

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Please contact these businesses directly to learn more about their technical support, financial assistance, and business sustainability programs.

Business Development Grant Program

In March of 2024, MTA announced that Purple Line Transit Partners will provide $4 million to extend a program currently in place to provide grants to businesses impacted by revenue loss due to extended project construction. In addition, the Purple Line Transit Partners also committed to an on-the-job training program to help develop a diverse and qualified workforce in Maryland. “Success hinges on teamwork and we are fortunate for our partnership with the Maryland Transit Administration, Prince George’s and Montgomery counties, the University of Maryland, and others as we work to deliver the Purple Line as rapidly as possible,” said Doran Bosso, Chief Executive Officer Purple Line Transit Partners.

Information will be posted soon on this page with updates about how to apply for this program.   

Meet the Purple Line Business Engagement Team

The Business Engagement Team works to build and nurture relationships with businesses along the corridor. Our team brings a wealth of experience in business and community engagement, marketing, and social engagement from various national and international industries. We recognize that construction may cause temporary inconveniences to businesses near construction sites.

We’re here to help. Our team:

  • Establishes strong working relationships with businesses along the alignment
  • Connects businesses with tools and resources to support their business
  • Examines construction activity and anticipates potential business impacts
  • Addresses operational business needs and concerns
  • Works with businesses to minimize disruptions during construction activities

Lesli Leath
Business Relationship Manager
Office: 240-695-9269
business@purplelinemd.com

Marlene Veras
Business Engagement Officer - Prince George’s County
Office: 443-802-1608
Bilingual: Spanish

Minh Diep
Business Engagement Officer - Montgomery County
Office: 551-206-5889