ABOUT US
We are
Welcome to La Oficina, your community-centric business center where culture, connection, and collaboration converge. We are dedicated to empowering individuals and businesses, fostering growth, and creating opportunities for success.
At La Oficina, we believe in the power of community. Our vibrant space serves as a hub where entrepreneurs, professionals, and community members come together to exchange ideas, network, and support one another. Whether you're a startup seeking guidance, an established business looking to expand, or an individual seeking resources and connections, we're here to help.
Driven by a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. Our bilingual team is dedicated to serving the needs of our diverse community, providing language assistance and cultural support to ensure everyone can fully participate and thrive.
Join us at La Oficina and become part of a dynamic community dedicated to growth, innovation, and collaboration. Together, we can achieve great things.
Personalized Approach: Tailoring our services to your needs.
Community Driven: Building
connections for growth.
We influence systems that benefit our community.
WE COME TOGETHER TO FOCUS OUR ATTENTION ON THE NEEDS OF OUR CLIENTS.
MEET THE TEAM
BERTHA ALICIA GARZA
Chief Executive Officer | Founder
NICK NAVARRO
Marketing & Communications
SYNTHIA HERNANDEZ
Chief Operating Officer
STEPHANIE SALINAS
Office Administrator
Monetia Garza
Front Office Coordinator
Jennifer Chen
Program Manager
OUR STORY
In 2005, Bertha Alicia, our co-founder of La Oficina, recognized a significant need in her community. She observed that Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs and community members lacked access to bilingual support. This led her to realize the demand for such services among Spanish-speaking business owners seeking to establish or expand their businesses, as well as among individuals in need of various types of support and document preparation. To address this gap, she co-founded Centro de Aprendizaje y Desarrollo | Learning & Achievement Center (CAD*LAC) Copy Center in Wapato, WA.
Bertha's passion grew, leading her to start Centro de Servicios Comunitarios (CSC Yakima) in 2011, which later became La Oficina. La Oficina, renamed by its clients in 2022, is more than a business and resource center; it's a beacon of hope for minority and women-owned businesses and community members in Washington State, impacting countless lives.
La Oficina is the heart of the community, connecting people and organizations through cultural awareness and educational resources. They empower individuals through education, training, workshops, and literacy programs, creating positive change in the community.
Over the years, La Oficina has supported numerous businesses and community members in various sectors, earning the trust of its clients and the community. La Oficina's vision has inspired many to pursue their dreams and succeed in business, leaving a lasting legacy of empowerment and community development.