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Emperatriz’s Story

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How it Started

A home-based laundry business begun in 2019 in a borrowed space at her brother’s house, using mechanical washers and dryers that required heavy manual work—causing hand pain and even hospital visits—while also balancing the needs of her family, including caring for a child with a severe disability.

Support

Financial “benefit” support plus business training (virtual and in-person), including mentorship and encouragement to complete the program and strengthen her business management.

Results

  • Purchased automatic (imported second-hand) washing machines, making the work safer, faster, and less physically painful—freeing time while loads run
  • Added equipment and supplies (a washer and dryer, liquid detergent, fragrance for clothes, etc.) to improve service quality for clients
  • Improved business operations with better tracking: client receipts, item counts, and a notebook system for income/expenses—reducing mistakes and increasing customer satisfaction

Ongoing Impact

Emperatriz is preparing to move to her own land and upgrade to a more visible, walkable location to increase income—and her long-term goal is to formalize the laundry into a company that can create jobs and give others the opportunity to start their own ventures.

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