Takoma Langley Crossroads Development Authority was created in 1987 as a 501(c)(6) organization to represent the interests of business and property owners in the Crossroads. Our service area includes all commercial properties along University Boulevard from Merrimac Drive to the eastern boundary of the City of Takoma Park and along New Hampshire Avenue from University Boulevard to Holton Lane.
Our mission is to support and enhance the vitality of the Takoma/Langley Crossroads commercial district through strategic marketing, safety initiatives and collaborative efforts for a welcoming and prosperous business community.
Our vision is to foster a thriving multicultural commercial district, cultural vibrancy, and community well-being.
Our core values are inclusivity, innovation, stewardship, and community empowerment.
One of the things that I am most proud of as a Latina is our resiliency and tenacity – our unwavering disposition to never give up. The Latino immigrant community here in Langley Park is the essence of that.

We work closely with the Takoma Park Police Department to implement safety measures in our district, such as off-duty police patrols and mobile surveillance trailers.

We conduct regular litter pickup, provide upkeep of trees and planters, and organize community clean-up days.

We design and fund murals throughout the district and improve the facades of our businesses.

We use our partnerships with the Takoma Park government, Montgomery County, and state-level elected officials to advocate for what we believe is in the best interest of our businesses.

We promote our businesses through social media, newsletters, and community events to increase their visibility and engagement.

We help businesses apply for grants, create Yelp and Google pages, and connect them with community partners who provide more specific technical support.
I am a former entrepreneur and Equitable Economic Development Professional. I owned and operated two businesses in Washington, DC. Like many entrepreneurs, I taught myself the trade – “learning by doing”. Throughout my time running my coffee shops, I enjoyed the process of learning a craft, tackling problems, and constantly finding more efficient ways of achieving my goals. More than anything, I am proud of having been able to run businesses that were centered in community, making long-lasting connections, and helping employees gain confidence, vocational training, and grow personally and professionally.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Virginia. I spent my childhood in El Salvador and have been a resident of the DMV area since 1989. I have lived in the Long Branch Neighborhood of Takoma Park since 2011; now with my wife and daughter (and Quico the dog!). I am a neighbor and community member. I am grateful for the opportunity to share my life and professional experience and follow a path of service and positive impact.
I am a Takoma Park native with a passion for working with and for communities. At TLCDA, I support community engagement, marketing, communications, and strategic initiatives to strengthen the Crossroads commercial district. I bring several years of experience in nonprofit communications, stakeholder engagement, project management, and advocacy. Before joining TLCDA, I served Latin American communities abroad through nonprofit work in DC with organizations like Amnesty International and the Washington Office on Latin America. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with governments, local organizations, businesses, and residents to build partnerships and advance people-driven missions.
I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and Global Studies from the University of Texas at Austin. I grew up and live in the Long Branch Neighborhood of Takoma Park. As a lifelong neighbor of Takoma Langley, I am committed to supporting the businesses that make the Crossroads a unique and diverse commercial district and ensuring that the neighborhood’s continued growth and investment create meaningful opportunities for longtime business owners and the broader community.
President – McDoris Fashion and Fabric
Treasurer – Discount Mart
Ex Officio Director – Ward 6 Councilmember
Stout & Teague
Vice President – Pupuseria El Comalito
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Silver Spring Jewelry
7676 New Hampshire Avenue Suite 102