In a recent episode of The Face of Latina Professionals, hosted by the vibrant Abby Torres, listeners were treated to an inspiring conversation with Rosie Gonzalez, Brookfield’s number one real estate broker. Rosie's journey is not just a story of professional success but a beacon of personal triumph, resilience, and the power of faith. Abby, known…

In the latest episode of "The Face of Latina Professionals," Jasmine Hernandez, the CEO and founder of Ubuntu Strategies, captivates listeners with her journey from a Chicago neighborhood to the pinnacle of entrepreneurial success. Her story, infused with wisdom, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of personal and professional growth, offers profo…

In a recent episode of 'The Face of Latina Professionals Podcast,' we had the pleasure of welcoming Samantha Alvarez, a vibrant voice resonating with the power of cultural identity and self-discovery. Samantha's journey isn't just a narrative; it's a beacon for anyone grappling with their identity and purpose. Born and raised in Chicago, Samantha p…

In the latest episode of "The Face of Latina Professionals," we delve into the inspiring life story of Margarita Quiñones Peña, an engineer, author, and yoga instructor who embodies the true spirit of resilience and empowerment. Margarita's journey from Durango, Mexico, to the streets of Chicago encapsulates the struggles and triumphs of a Latina d…

In a world filled with noise, finding someone whose life embodies love, empowerment, and the spirit of giving back is truly a breath of fresh air. On the latest episode of "The Face of Latina Professionals," hosted by the ever-inspiring Jennie Raymer, we had the privilege of getting to know Alexis Hutson, a remarkable woman whose life journey is a …

The journey to professional success, especially as a Latina, is often paved with unique challenges. In a recent episode of The Face of Latina Professionals Podcast, Estefanía Galván sat down with the remarkable Rebeca Huffman. Their conversation wasn’t just about overcoming obstacles; it was a tribute to tenacity, resilience, and the indomitable sp…

Laura Ayala, CEO of Laura's Furniture and President of Mattresses for Kids, is a woman who has overcome adversity and risen to become a successful entrepreneur. Laura was born in Guadalajara, Mexico, and moved to Chicago when she was 13 years old. Her mother raised her as a single parent, and Laura became a young mother herself, having her first ch…

Jessica Gomez is a dynamic Latina professional who has overcome many challenges to achieve success. She joins us on The Face of Latina Professionals Podcast to share her story. Born and raised in Michoacán, Mexico, Jessica moved to the United States at the age of 10, an experience that had a profound impact on her. For a long time, she was unhappy …

Elisa Ochoa is a dentist and business owner in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Born and raised on the south side of the city, Elisa comes from a family with a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for education. Her parents emigrated from Guadalajara in the late 1960s, and Elisa grew up in a household where success was expected and the pres…

Delice Javalera is a Latina professional who has made her mark in the corporate world. Born and raised in Chihuahua, Mexico, she pursued her education and began her career in Mexico. However, in 2011, she was offered a job in the United States and she took the leap to move to Chicago. Delice credits her success to the mentorship of several individu…

Argelia Martinez, the founder of Vida Mía Cocktails, is a Latina professional making her mark in the beverage industry. With her brand, she aims to create unique beverage experiences through pop-up events, cocktail kits, and catering services. Vida Mia Cocktails is a celebration of Mexican culture and history through the agave plant. Martinez draws…

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Alejandra Garcia Morris shares her journey of humbles beginnings in Mexico, to CEO of "#It’s Clean Cleaning Services" and the lessons learned along the way. "I came from a very, very, very humble place in Mexico. We were lucky that we could eat. We had a grocery store that was passed down through our grandparents, but other people did not have that…

Melanie Hernandez is a domestic violence advocate and recovery support specialist. Her journey into the profession stems from her own personal experience. While Melanie was pregnant with her second child, she was the victim of domestic violence and found herself at a DV shelter. Becoming a domestic violence advocate wasn’t easy for Melanie. She had…

Ana Gil Garcia is the Executive Director of Academic Effectiveness at St. Augustine College. Originally from Isla de Margarita, part of Venezuela, she was born and raised on this Caribbean Island about 25 miles north of the mainland. Though both parents were supportive of their children’s endeavors, it was Ana Gil’s mother that would require all he…

On Mexican Independence Day, Paola Meinzer sits down with the Mexican Ambassador in Chicago: Reyna Torres. While Paola was born in Colombia and raised in South America, she has become very close with the Latino and Mexican community in Chicago. Reyna’s parents were both involved in the medical field, while Reyna was growing up in Mexico. Yet, despi…

Originally from Cuernavaca, Morelos, Rocío Villalva has made her name for herself in Chicago, by creating content for Spanish speaking residents of the city. Arriving in a new country with no one to plug her into the social circles, Rocio would stay home all day with her sister, until her parents would come home late from work. Making matters worse…

Born in Chicago to Mexican immigrant parents, Jennifer Salgado shares her relatable story of growing up in two contrasting cultures and how it has shaped her view of the world. Not one to shy away from a challenge, she hopes her story can uplift and empower women to pursue their dreams and be an inspiration to other women. Still very much connected…

Born and raised in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood, Miriam Galarza Holland is no stranger to overcoming difficult situations. She reflects on how those experiences shaped the person she is today. A Real Estate Broker by trade, she’s also become an advocate for mental health. As Miriam vulnerably shares, growing up wasn’t always easy for her. …

With the world’s 8th largest economy (third in Latina America), Beatriz Vivas has the honor and responsibility of representing Argentina and assisting their citizens throughout the Midwest. She joins Paola Meinzer to share more on what makes her country beautiful and how her career in diplomacy began. Part of Beatriz’s job is to promote tourism in …

On this episode of The Face of Latina Professionals Podcast, host Paola Meinzer sits down with the Consul General of Chile in Chicago, Ambassador Aylin Joo Liem. A granddaughter to Chinese immigrants, Aylin grew up in Santiago, Chile knowing from a young age that she wanted to be a diplomat. “I was 14 years old. I was quite young. But my best frien…

Lupe Rodriguez joins us on this episode of The Face of Latina Professionals to talk about her own experience with and passion for culture and how she turned that into a career. Growing up in Berwyn, IL, Lupe talks about how she grew up immersed in a very Latino community. “Berwyn is an incredibly Latino/Hispanic area. That was really nice because I…

On this episode of The Face of Latina Professionals, host Alexis Rodriguez sits down with Paola Meinzer to talk about Paola’s story of immigrating to the United States as an adult and turning her passion into pioneering for Latina women. “I'm just a girl from Colombia that came out here almost 20 years ago. I came as an adult and I came with my lug…

Maribel Garcia joins us on this episode of The Face of Latina Professionals Podcast. Maribel is the founder of Break the Silence Foundation, an organization that is dedicated to helping the victims of domestic violence. Not only women, but men, the entire family and even people’s neighbors. “I'm a survivor and that really ignited the desire, the pa…

On this episode of The Face of Latina Professionals, Rachel Diaz, CEO of Borinquen cakes, sits down and chats about all things being Latina, Puerto Rican cakes, and more. Rachel grew up in Puerto Rico migrating to the United States when she was 19. As she says, “By the time I was 20, I realized there were no Puerto Rican cakes in Chicago.” Thus her…

Berenice Tenorio, CEO of Nuestra Cocina Food Company, sits down on The Face of Latina Professionals Podcast to share her story of being a Latina executive in the food industry. Born and raised in Hidalgo Mexico, Berenice had a dream of studying at one of the most prestigious schools in Mexico, a private university in Monterey. Coming from humble be…

Grisell Perez sits down on this episode of The Face of Latina Professionals Podcast to share what it means to her to be a Latina who grew up in Chicago. Grisell talks about what it was like to grow up between two worlds. Born and raised in Chicago, she was raised by her Puerto Rican father and Mexican mother. Growing up in the 80s, she explains how…

Stephanie Martinez, CEO of HR Designed for You, sits down with The Face of Latina Professionals podcast and shares her story of being a mixed-race Latina growing up in Chicago. Stephanie’s father is El Salvadorian and German while her mom is of Polish, German, and Czech ancestry. Growing up in Beverly on the South Side, there weren’t many people th…

On this episode of The Face of Latina Professionals Podcast, we’re joined by Speech Language Pathologist, Suzy Carbery. Born to a Mexican father and a white mother in Wichita, Kansas, Suzy shares what it was like growing up biracial in the Midwest. “It was interesting sorting out which culture is which, and when do you identify with which and where…

On our second episode the The Face of Latina Professionals Podcast, we chat with Salma Torres about her incredible story and journey to get her to where she is today. Originally from Mexico City, Salma came here with her mother when she was only five years old. From living in a garage in Little Village to an uncle’s basement then an aunt’s attic, S…

In our inaugural episode of The Face of Latina Professionals Podcast, we sit down with Rebecca Bustos. Rebecca, a first generation Mexican-American, grew up in Logan Square and from an early age was surrounded by strong Latina women. “Being Latina is being there for your family, being the pillar of the family and being Latina for me is being someon…

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On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, I talk about my Dr. Phillips High School Reunion happening this weekend! Class of 2008 where ya at? Time flies I tell ya. To honor our classmates we have lost over the years we will be hosting a commemoration at Celine Orlando’s Rooftop on Sunday, July 22nd. My set is from 2pm-3:30 and afterwards I’ll be t…

On today’s episode of AOM I’m reaching out to all my Women in Orlando. If you like working with kids and rockin’ out Girls Rock Camp is back! We have 5 more camper spots available and we are seeking 10-12 volunteers to help make this experience rockin!

On today’s episode of AOM I tell my story of why I disappeared for two years back in 2015. I went from being suicidal in a Barnes in Noble parking lot outside of SF to having a near death experience.

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, I talk about my far out weekend at Girls Rock Camp ATL! Imagine being able to have the opportunity to be in the presence of 70+ super stars. My life was changed forever this past weekend and I thank God for it.

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, I reveal the winner of Monday’s #Unplug contest. Congratulations to my new friends from Sunrise Movement for educating us on climate change in such a fun way! Stories are the best I tell ya and even better when music is involved. Make sure to check them out! “Together, we will change this country and this …

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, I talk about how TURNT Monday’s #Unplug was. The energy was so beautiful rain or shine we’re connecting all Summer long baby! If I talked to you about becoming an influencer, recording artist, producer, model, videographer, etc. shoot me a DM expressing your interest. My job as a mentor is to guide you all…

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, we’re finishing part one of my new course “How To Gain A Mindset For Success”. The type of content we consume on a regular basis has a direct effect on our anxiety and stress management. When making the conscious effort to take care of our soul it’s important that we keep it positive. Feel free to visit my…

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, we’re picking up where we left off on my new course “How To Gain A Mindset For Success”. Making time for exercise is so important for our mental health. Studies show that burning calories instantly improves our stress levels and anxiety. In addition to physical activity, keeping up with our hobbies despite…

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, we continue with my new course “How To Gain A Mindset For Success”. Believe it or not our diet plays a HUGE role in our anxiety.

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, we continue with my new course “How To Gain A Mindset For Success”. When it comes to taking care of our body, sleep is one of the most underestimated factors in health. Studies have shown that almost every system of the body is affected by the quality and quantity of sleep a person gets, especially the bra…

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, we pick up where we left off on my new course “How To Gain A Mindset For Success”. Meditation is one of those things that falls into the “simple but not easy” category...

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, I continue previewing part one of my new course “How To Gain A Mindset For Success”. Learning how to cope with stress and anxiety is something many of us struggle with. In order for our minds to be at our healthiest it’s important to adopt a meditation practice. “Worrying does not take away tomorrows troub…

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, I preview part one of my new course “How To Gain A Mindset For Success”. These last few years I have been working hard on deconditioning myself in search of a more peaceful life. Still on my journey, I have to constantly practice maintaining a healthy mindset. "No person, no place, and no thing has any pow…

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, we discuss how underestimating ourselves can hold us back from reaching our dreams. It’s pretty much our birth right to be happy and live our lives to the fullest. No matter what our reality may seem like, we must remember that the potential for greatness lives in every single one of us. Dale!…

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, we discuss how to manage stress in our day to day lives. One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned is that dealing with stress poorly not only affects our own well-being, but it also affects our relationships with others. “Rule number one, don't sweat the small stuff. Rule number two, it's all small stuff”-…

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, we listen to a poem about the power of Unity by Kalie Brum. In a society that profits from our differences, there are many things that can separate us if we let them. We must embrace our diversity rather than fall victim to destruction. Sticking together gives us the strength to survive and enjoy life!…

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, we discuss what it means to be successful. According to Eckhart Tolle, true success is simple and takes place when the ends and the means of our life are both full of positive energy.

On today’s episode of Artists of Morality, we discuss the illusion of competition and why comparing ourselves to others holds us back from living our happiest life. We are all unique. Learning to appreciate our own individuality can help us feel grateful for what we have and appreciate where we’re going. Life is not a race, but a journey.…