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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Business Spotlight

El Golfo

8739 Flower Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20901, Silver Spring, MD, 20901

As a staple of the Long Branch community, this locally owned restaurant is known for authentic Latin and Mexican food and friendly atmosphere.  Recognized as a gathering place for community groups, residents, and business round tables, customers are greeted with a welcoming smile from the owner and her staff. View their website here.

Offering a variety of reasonably priced options, El Golfo’s customers rave about traditional menu items, including Carne Asada a la Mexica, Salmon Acapulco, Masitas de Puerco, and Spinach Enchiladas.  Dine-in Sunday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Open-mic karaoke is currently offered every 3rd Monday of each month.

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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.

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
business@purplelinemd.com

Marlene Colon
Business Engagement Officer - Prince George’s County
Bilingual: Spanish

Jaycee Lowe
Business Engagement Officer - Montgomery County