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Get to Know: Lissuannette
Q&A with Lissuannette Rivera Mercado, BLOOM Opportunity Specialist
Q: What is your role with the BLOOM Business Empowerment Center?
As a BLOOM Opportunities Specialist, my role includes promoting programming and resources from the BLOOM Business Empowerment Center to small businesses, entrepreneurs, job seekers, and the community at large. I also assist with the collection and interpretation of data related to Pathways to Prosperity and various workforce development initiatives, among other things like attending events, representing the organization on committees, and much more.
Q: What do you love best about the work you do?
After completing a project or initiative, I enjoy being the bearer of good news and sharing new opportunities that could make a positive difference in someone's life, business, agency, etc. The most rewarding aspect is seeing how others can benefit from all the resources we have to offer.
Q: What motivates you to do the work you do?
I am motivated by the belief that I am doing the right thing by sharing my talents and fulfilling my purpose. I do it because, while contributing my skills and talents, I am also growing and adding value to my life.
Q: What brought you to York County?
Love brought me to York! I met my current husband, the father of my children, here. Seeing the job opportunities and resources available for those with basic or intermediate English skills like mine at the time, I decided to stay and start my family.
Q: What do you enjoy most about what York County has to offer?
I enjoy the diversity of food, as well as the employment opportunities. I also appreciate the increasing resources for the Hispanic community.
Q: A favorite go-to lunch or dinner spot?
For lunch, Mofonguito’s House, El Sol Restaurant, or Picalonga; for dinner, Cheddar's, Mesa Moreira, or Eagles Nest Restaurant.
Q: What is a hidden gem you enjoy that you think most people might not know about?
Paleteria Tucombo Ice Cream Shop in Hanover. It offers the best water-based Mexican ice cream I've ever tasted. My favorite flavor is Tamarindo.