Small Business of the Month | | Hyacinth Tucker, Founder & CEO of The Laundry Basket® LLC—a veteran-founded, mobile pickup & delivery laundry service serving the DMV and expanding into new cities through a partner marketplace. We make life easier for busy households and small businesses with reliable, subscription-friendly wash & fold and dry cleaning, powered by smart routing for on-time service. Beyond convenience, we’re committed to community impact—partnering with local cleaners and training workers through the Laundry Basket Institute—so every clean load creates opportunity. | |
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Current Specials
- New Customer Welcome: 15% off your first two laundry bags (code: NEW15 ).
- Referral Rewards: Give $10, get $10 in credits when friends sign up.
- Business Starter Offer: 15% off the first month for salons, gyms, and offices (new B2B accounts).
- Service Community Thanks: 10% off for veterans, teachers, and first responders.
Contact Hyacinth Tucker, Founder & CEO of The Laundry Basket® LLC at storm293@gmail.com
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Focus Area
Legal & Financial Setup
| |  | Key Tips: Lay a strong foundation for success by getting your business legally and financially in order. Register your business with the appropriate state and local agencies, open a dedicated business bank account, and set up reliable accounting tools to track income, expenses, and taxes. Starting with structure protects your assets, builds credibility, and sets you up for sustainable growth. | | | |
Where She Leads Now: Jacqueline K. Lopez, President, Premiere Enterprise Solutions (PES)
This year has been a season of momentum for Jacqueline K. Lopez—leader, mentor, and fierce advocate for women in GovCon (Government Contracting).
We’re turning milestones into momentum—and making room for more women at the table. - Jacqueline K. Lopez
Highlights at a glance
- SBA Honors (2025): Named Maryland Small Business Person of the Year alongside spouse and co-founder Michael Lopez; Premier recognized as Suburban Maryland Business of the Year.
- Federal Growth: Won a major prime contract fueling 50%+ growth.
- Quality & Security: Achieved ISO 9001:2015, 20000, and 27001 certifications.
- Community Impact: Certified VIP (Veteran Institute for Procurement) instructor, mentoring veteran entrepreneurs in federal contracting.
- Women in GovCon: Co-chair, BOW Collective GovCon Committee, helping women-owned businesses scale.
- Leadership Maryland (2024): Deepened her commitment to equity and innovation statewide.
- Mentorship: Ongoing support for women founders navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship.
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A proud WPG connection
“As a WPG Advisory Board member, I’ve found a powerful network of women leaders who understand growth challenges and invest in both business and personal development. The collaboration, opportunity sharing, and collective learning here are unmatched.”
What’s next
Premier is graduating from the SBA 8(a) program—a milestone that signals readiness to mentor and team with other 8(a) firms. Jacqueline has already identified strategic partners and is eager to share opportunities that open doors for more women in federal contracting.
By the Numbers
- 50%+ projected growth from new prime
- 3 ISO certifications: 9001:2015 • 20000 • 27001
- 1 powerful network: WPG Advisory Board
Jacqueline’s commitment: “I’m all-in on empowering more women to win in government contracting and advancing WPG’s mission.”
Want to learn from Jacqueline’s journey?
Contact her at Premiere Enterprise Solutions at jklopez@pesolutions-it.com
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November 12, 2025 6-8 PM
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A Business Dilemma: Scenario for Group Exercise
Every month, we present a realistic workplace challenge. After reading it aloud, have participants discuss:
- What’s the core issue?
- What are the possible actions?
- What are the risks and consequences?
- What would they do and why?
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Missing Decision-Maker
Walter requests a meeting but doesn’t show up. The team waits 10 minutes, unsure how to proceed.
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💬 Discussion Prompt: What’s the protocol when key people are absent? Should the meeting continue?
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🧠 Suggested Answer to Business Dilemma Scenario
Answer: After 5–10 minutes, the team could proceed with what they can, noting decisions that require Walter’s input. They might also reschedule or follow up asynchronously.
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Resources for Federal Employees
The state of Maryland is offering a no-interest loan program for “excepted” (essential) federal employees required to work without pay: up to $700 one-time.
• A broader Maryland resource page lists food, cash & housing assistance for federal employees and contractors impacted by the shutdown.
• For general food pantry help in Maryland, you can call 211 or use the Maryland Food Bank site.
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WPG Mission Statement
The Women of Prince George’s leverages a strategic roster of business relationships across the Washington, D.C. area to build mutually beneficial connections between key businesses and local women. The organization connects professional women and entrepreneurs with neighboring markets while providing exposure for businesses serving the Prince George’s County community. Through mentorship, education, workshops, and professional guidance, The Women of Prince George’s strives to educate women, strengthen families and communities, and elevate economic opportunity and leadership on a global scale.
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