Join MIRA this Thursday for a special roundtable discussion featuring immigrant business owners, policymakers, and business leaders as we explore the opportunities, challenges, and policy issues shaping the future of immigrant-owned businesses in Massachusetts.
📍 SRV Restaurant | South End, Boston
📅 June 25, 2026
⏰ 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
🍽️ Lunch will be provided
Registration is free
Together, we’ll discuss what it takes for immigrant entrepreneurs to thrive, the challenges they continue to face, and how the business community can help advance solutions that strengthen our economy and our communities. The event will also offer a glimpse into future efforts and initiatives focused on strengthening support for immigrant-owned businesses across Massachusetts
Meet Our Featured Speakers:
Remarks by Steve Chang, U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, Ranking Member Ed Markey (D-MA)
Remarks by Deeqo Jibril, Director of Small Business Development, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Moderated by Sergio Mendoza, Founder and CEO of Manka Food Service Consulting
Panelist Jean-Paul Karangwa, CEO, Caring Bees Healthcare
Panelist Jose Perez, CEO, Roads Consulting
Panelist Chompon “Boong” Boonnak, Owner, Mahaniyom and Bar Merai
Panelist Julie King, Owner, Villa Mexico Cafe
Hosted in partnership with our valued hospitality partners, The CODA Group