Hortiki Plants Founder Champions Small Business Growth at USBC National Conference

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Dr. Victoria LeBeaux, founder and CEO of Hortiki Plants, a fast-growing Washington, D.C. company, joined a network of leaders and innovators at the recent U.S. Black Chambers (USBC) National Conference. In her capacity as a Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Advocate, Dr. LeBeaux focused on empowering fellow entrepreneurs, reinforcing her commitment to supporting the small business community.

With over eight years running Hortiki Plants, a retail, education and manufacturing business, Dr. LeBeaux leveraged her experience to support other businesses in their growth. Hortiki Plants provided mini garden kits through it's corporate gifting program to advance the theme of "Grow and Grow your Small Business!". This tangible gesture of support resonated with the event's mission of fostering economic opportunity and community empowerment.

Hortiki Plants is a certified black-owned business through the USBC's By Black Certification program. Dr. LeBeaux’s participation at their national conference highlights her deep connection to the mission of organizations like the USBC to advance the development of diverse small businesses. Her strategic partnership with Verizon allows her to amplify this work on a larger scale, providing crucial support and guidance to entrepreneurs who are building their own legacies.

"This conference was a powerful platform to connect with and support fellow business owners who are the heartbeat of our communities," said Dr. LeBeaux. "Being a part of this event with Verizon allowed me to share not just my products, but the knowledge and resources I've gained over my eight-year journey. It’s about building a network where we can all rise together, and I am proud to be an active part of that mission."

By focusing on community and providing hands-on support at high-profile events like the USBC conference, Dr. LeBeaux continues to build Hortiki Plants as a well-regarded, community-based business with rich and meaningful partnerships.

About Verizon Small Business Digital Ready

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready is a free online curriculum designed to help small businesses grow by providing access to courses, personalized coaching, and networking opportunities. The program aims to empower entrepreneurs with the digital skills and resources needed to thrive in today's economy.

To access these FREE resources and begin your journey towards digital readiness, sign up here: https://rebrand.ly/digital-ready-advocate-victoria-lebeaux 

About Hortiki Plants

Hortiki Plants, a certified minority- and woman-owned business, offers sustainable gardening kits and educational tools that inspire families, educators, and children to grow. Featured by Good Morning America, Good Housekeeping, and Marie Claire, Hortiki Plants transforms gardening into an eco-friendly, creative learning experience. Learn more at: hortikiplants.com