July 10, 2026 · Community build
Habitat Vet Build
BBLO took part in a Habitat Vet Build, connecting local business owners with the work of building homes and supporting our neighbors.
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Bilingual Business Leaders of Ocala · A TLC program
We build businesses.
Not just connections.
Trusted relationships, business education, referrals and community participation for business owners in Ocala and Marion County.
You don’t have to speak Spanish to attend.
About BBLO
Get to know the business.
Build the relationship.
BBLO helps local business owners build connections through member spotlights, practical learning, referrals and consistent participation.
Founded by Carmen Garcia Tirado, BBLO operates under The Liaison Companies LLC. Its bilingual, multicultural mission welcomes qualified business owners and professionals from different backgrounds.
See how to visit and join
Explore BBLO
Find your next connection.
Meet Our Members
Find the people and services behind your next business connection.
Explore →Meet Our Board
Get to know the people helping guide BBLO.
Explore →Making a Difference
See where we show up, what we learn and how we connect with local causes.
Explore →Member & Visitor Experiences
Read member and visitor feedback shared with permission and approved by BBLO.
Explore →Share Your Expertise
Have something useful to teach business owners? Start here.
Explore →BBLO in Action
Step into our meetings, field trips and community connections.
Explore →Partners & Brand Opportunities
Explore member benefits or bring a useful product or service to BBLO.
Explore →Beyond the meeting
Connections that reach beyond business.
September 4, 2026 · Nonprofit presentations at BBLO
Meet the Missions
The Rock Program and Champions for Champions came to BBLO to share their missions and help business owners understand the needs they serve.
Open album & meet the organization →Where should BBLO grow?
Put your community on the map.
Tell us where a new chapter could make a difference and which meeting days and times would work.
Bring BBLO to your communityWhy join BBLO?
See what your membership brings together.
Explore the business learning, relationships, community involvement, member resources and pricing behind BBLO.
Membership benefits & pricing
Your next business clue →Where in Ocala is Carmen today?
You Can’t Be Everywhere,
But Your Brand Can.
Find opportunities, meet the people behind local businesses and put your next introduction in motion.
