INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — In a year marked by significant challenges and triumphs, Leila Spann, owner of enbloom Marketing, stands out as the 2024 Indiana Latino Female-Owned Business of the Year. This prestigious accolade, awarded by the Indiana Latino Expo, recognizes Latina entrepreneurs who exemplify resilience, innovation, and a commitment to inclusivity within Indiana’s economy.
Pioneering Spirit
Leila’s journey to entrepreneurship began in upstate New York, where she drew inspiration from her Nuyo-Rican parents, who balanced full-time work with managing a real estate brokerage. After earning a degree in Business Management from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Leila honed her skills in disaster recovery with the American Red Cross and later, in marketing leadership roles across various industries including the arts, technology, and healthcare.
enbloom Marketing: A Vision Born from Resilience
Founding enbloom Marketing was a pivotal moment for Leila, intertwining her professional expertise with personal experiences, notably her battle with postpartum depression. The agency specializes in empowering mission-driven businesses in technology, healthcare, nonprofits, and education sectors, delivering strategies that yield meaningful results.
Carlos Robles, General Manager of Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Indianapolis, praised Leila’s impact, noting, “Working with Leila Spann and enbloom Marketing as our Fractional CMO was a game-changer. She managed project timelines, coordinated a successful media buy, and drove record-breaking ticket sales, surpassing even Brooklyn’s opening.”
Community and Leadership
Beyond business, Leila dedicates time to mentoring through the Mayor of Indianapolis’ AXIS Latinx Leadership Program and contributes to economic and community development as a board member of Christamore House. Her leadership reflects a deep commitment to community service and development.
Legacy of Leadership
This award does more than acknowledge Leila’s professional accomplishments; it celebrates the rich tapestry of personal and ancestral stories that have shaped her. “This recognition honors the stories and sacrifices that paved the way for it,” Leila reflected. “It’s for my grandmothers, who moved from Puerto Rico alone with children to build a new life in New York, and my parents, who balanced full-time work while running their business. It’s for my Taíno ancestors, whose endurance inspires me daily.”
About enbloom Marketing
Redefining entrepreneurial marketing, enbloom Marketing delivers proactive, purpose-driven strategies that transform marketing chaos into clarity. By empowering founders with tailored solutions, enbloom Marketing crafts campaigns that drive revenue and foster lasting connections with audiences.
