TECH CIRCLE THURSDAYS
Reconnect, Reimagine & Meet Our Newest Partner
We're back — and we're bringing some powerful people with us.
This month's Tech Circle is a reunion and an introduction all in one. Come reconnect with your people, catch up on what's been building behind the scenes, and get an inside look at one of our most exciting new community partners.
Meet Life Development University
Rooted in South Central Los Angeles at 4241 Crenshaw Blvd, LDU is more than a training center — it's a movement. A family resource center and accelerator for social and economic justice, LDU is dedicated to bridging the gap between passion and profession through immersive, hands-on programming in trade skills, digital content creation, wellness, STEM, hospitality, and entrepreneurship.
Their four academies are building the next generation of industry-ready professionals right here in our community:
Gorilla Academy — Cannabis compliance and industry readiness for one of the fastest-growing sectors in the country.
Maker's Academy — Manufacturing, product development, merchandising, and retail operations for the creatives who build things.
Hospitality Academy — Customer service, luxury service standards, event-driven retail, and leadership for those who move in people-first spaces.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship Academy — Small business management, finance, legal foundations, and gig economy strategy for the entrepreneurs in the room.
LDU is equipping individuals and families with education, resources, and networks to create lasting economic mobility. And now they're part of our ecosystem.
At this session, you'll:
Hear directly from the LDU team about their mission and programs
Learn how our community can plug in as mentors, collaborators, and supporters
Connect with fellow members over good conversation and good energy
Ways to Get Involved with LDU:
Enroll or refer someone → explore their academy programs at lduniversity.org
Mentor or teach → bring your expertise into the classroom
Donate → support their family fund and help turn construction into classrooms
Collaborate → connect your business or brand with their growing ecosystem
Community takes care of community. Come be part of it.