Welcome to the Corporate Cafecito podcast, where we serve up enriching discussions on how to navigate the corporate world with warmth and authenticity! Our host, Nallely Suárez Gass, is a Latine executive who offers an inspiring exploration of the Latine business experience. Nallely understands that the corporate world can be overwhelming at times, and that's why she is here to provide a comforting space for you to learn and grow. In each episode, she delves into professional growth, entrepr ...
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A podcast dedicated to sharing the success stories of "nuestra gente" in the Latinx community of Chicago and beyond. Join us as we showcase the stories that no one else is sharing to help educate and inspire others to grow and make a difference.
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Enchance Your Workplace Communication with Nallely Suárez Gass
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Join Nallely Suárez Gass in the latest episode of Corporate Cafecito, where she discusses effective workplace communication. In this episode, Nallely explores common pitfalls like over-explaining and people-pleasing in professional settings and offers actionable tips to help you find your own voice and communicate confidently. Listen in as Nallely …
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Bridging Gaps: Elizabeth Colón Rivera on Language Access
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I'm super excited to share this week's episode of Corporate Cafecito. Join me as I chat with Elizabeth Colón Rivera, founder of Metaphrasis Language & Culture Solutions. We dive into the importance of language services in healthcare, closing communication gaps and ensuring everyone can make informed decisions about their health. Elizabeth shares he…
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The Power of Representation: Yai Vargas on Fostering Inclusive Environments
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Hola, Corporate Cafecito audience! On the latest episode of Corporate Cafecito, I had on Yai Vargas. Yai is a diversity, equity, and inclusion professional who helps organizations promote diversity in their workforce. She is also the co-founder of The Latinista, a national network of women and Latina professionals working to empower and inspire wom…
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Championing Diversity: Insights from Emma Rodriguez Ayala
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Please join us on the latest Corporate Cafecito episode hosted by Nallely. In this episode, Emma Rodriguez-Ayala, Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel at Ariel Investments shares her inspiring journey from Puerto Rico to the apex of the corporate world, offering valuable insights and reflections along the way. Emma's candid conversation…
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Jona Gamboa - un verdadero emprendedor and amazing leader in the real estate industry!
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Jona is a friend and one of the most giving, courageous, and risk-takers we know. He is an immigrant and saw the potential and opportunity achievable in the United States through real estate. His abundance mindset has helped him create the life he always wanted and helps his clients see their full potential and the "ganas" to create wealth for them…
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Unlocking Online Success with guest Carlos Diez Jr.
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Don't miss this week's episode of Corporate Cafecito podcast! Nallely hosts Carlos Diez Jr from #PeripheralMedia, who shares his expertise on helping B2C service providers achieve rapid growth by connecting with their target audience. In this episode, Carlos breaks down the myths surrounding SEO timelines and emphasizes the importance of niche tar…
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Unlocking Architectural Dreams: A Journey with Araceli Garza
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Discover a story of resilience and determination that will inspire you to pursue your dreams. Listen to the latest episode of the Corporate Cafecito podcast hosted by Nallely Suarez Gass, featuring architect Araceli Garza. Araceli's unwavering dedication and commitment to excellence allowed her to overcome challenges and pursue her passion for arch…
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Beyond Validation: Embracing Self-Trust for Personal Growth with Guest Carlos Diez Jr.
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Looking for a hearty dose of inspiration and wisdom to fuel your week? Look no further than the latest episode of Corporate Cafecito! This one is a must-listen. In this episode, Nallely Suárez Gass sits down with Carlos Diez Jr, Peripheral Media's founder and marketing strategist, to explore various fascinating topics. From the importance of trusti…
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Corporate Cafecito: AI Edition with guest Sergio Suárez Jr.
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In this week's episode, Nallely Suárez Gass interviews Sergio Suárez Jr. from Tackle AI to continue discussing AI's growing importance in today's world. The episode touches on various topics, such as job displacement and advancements in healthcare. It delves into the future of AI and ways to stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving landscap…
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A true entrepreneur and co-founder of Drop Needle Drinks - Nallely Suarez Gass
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Nallely is truly inspiring, a go-gether always looking for new ideas and giving it 1000% to make it happen and see her ideas come to life. We loved talking to her and getting to know her better. We talked about some qualities she has developed over the years like patience, bravery and courage, we can all become more patient, brave and courageous so…
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Unlocking the AI Revolution: Insights from Sergio Suarez Jr.
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Welcome to the Corporate Cafecito podcast! This week, Nalley is joined by Sergio Suarez Jr., whose previous interview was our most listened-to podcast of 2023. As CEO of Tackle AI, Sergio sheds light on AI's rapid evolution and impact on various industries, from healthcare to gaming. Dive into our conversation as we explore how AI shapes everything…
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2024 Release: This week's episode of the Corporate Cafecito Podcast is a revisit to the podcast featuring Nallely Suárez Gass, our founder and host. Her inspiring story of growth and dedication to her community remains relevant and can be heard in her episode "Five Minutes with Nallely." In this episode, she discusses her journey and vibrant Latine…
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Serial entrepreneurship with Guest Omar Sánchez
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Tune in to this week's episode of Corporate Cafecito with Nallely Suárez Gass and special guest Omar Sánchez! Omar returns to share his journey as a serial entrepreneur, from running a successful barber shop to venturing into real estate, life insurance, and even chauffeuring! In this candid conversation, Omar reveals the highs and lows of his entr…
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Navigating Law, Life, and Mental Health Advocacy with Guest Noeli Serna
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Join Nallely Suárez Gass on the Corporate Cafecito podcast as she welcomes Noeli Serna, who shares her journey as a proud daughter of Mexican immigrants, her experience growing up in the family restaurant, and how it shaped her path through Northwestern University and Law School. In this episode, Nallely and Noeli break down stigmas surrounding men…
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Setting Boundaries & Improving Emotional Intelligence
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In this week's episode of Corporate Cafecito, Nallely will be discussing the significance of setting boundaries and improving emotional intelligence in the workplace. This episode will guide you on how to align your values with professional commitments and maintain emotional intelligence. Make sure to tune in for a great conversation on emotional i…
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Navigating Verticals with Guest Delia Guiterrez McLaughlin
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Join Nallely and Mario on this week's episode of the Corporate Cafecito podcast as they welcome Delia Guiterrez McLaughlin, a remarkable Latina whose authentic personality and courage shine through her vibrant presence. Delia's inspiring story is a testament to the power of embracing oneself and fearlessly navigating challenges. As a Principal Enga…
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This week on Corporate Cafecito, Nallely and Mario had special guest, Olga Camargo, the CEO and Founder of SHENIX®. Olga has an impressive 20-year journey in the financial services industry. She is also a Partner and Co-Heads FARO Advisory, offering investment advisory services focusing on the Latine community. Olga's commitment to empowering indiv…
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Thriving Through Emotions: Unveiling the Power of Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
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In this podcast episode, Nallely and Mario discuss the importance of emotional intelligence in personal and professional life. They highlight its role in self-awareness, understanding others' emotions, and managing behavior and relationships. The hosts also offer practical advice on managing emotions in the workplace and touch on the intersection o…
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Addressing Underperformance in Leadership
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Happy New Year! Welcome back to the Corporate Cafecito podcast. Nallely Suárez Gass and Mario Rodriguez are here to provide valuable insights on managing underperformance in personal and leadership contexts. In this episode, they highlight the importance of having strong relational intelligence as a critical leadership skill and discuss the repercu…
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Navigating the Power of Relational Intelligence - Part 2
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This week on the Corporate Cafecito podcast, Nallely and Mario explore the realm of relational intelligence. Tune in to understand the critical role that relationships play in shaping your path to success. It's not just about having connections—they're your most valuable assets. Listen to hear Nallely and Mario illustrate how these connections can …
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Navigating the Power of Relational Intelligence - Part 1
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In this week's podcast, join Mario and Nallely as they explore the realm of relational intelligence. Discover how pivotal relationships are in shaping your journey to success—it's more than just having connections; they're your most valuable assets. Take a listen as the hosts delve deep into the significant role relationships play in your path to s…
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Welcome to this week's episode of Corporate Cafecito, where Nallely and Mario explore the fundamentals of leadership. In this insightful discussion, they uncover the nuances of leadership styles – the powerful force molding team dynamics and corporate triumph. Remember, leadership is adaptable. You might discover yourself utilizing different styles…
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A leader doesn't need a title (but it can help sometimes), this is a person that inspires, motivates, and brings out the best in others. A leader by definition makes more leaders and lifts and they climb. There's nothing wrong with being a manager, tasks, numbers, and KPIs are crucial to running companies and necessary to be financially responsible…
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Your Origins - Where you started and where you are now
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We all carry our past with us and who we were doesn't make you who you are today, but it does influence it. In today's episode, we share our personal journeys of discovery, highlighting the communities that have shaped us and made us stronger, wiser, and also showed us what "showing up" means. Listen as Mario and Nallely discuss their upbringing an…
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Taking plant based food to the next level - Chef Rodolfo Cuadros shares his secret to amazing food!
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At the young age of 17 years old Rodolfo started his culinary journey in his native Colombia which then took him to Miami, London, Philadelphia, and New York which then brought him sweet home Chicago. We dive into his journey to open Amaru, Bloom Plant Based Kitchen, Lil Amaru, and Don Bucio's Taqueria. All of his restaurants showcase his love for …
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Architect, Author and Advocate Alicia Ponce shares how she is changing the landscape of Latinas in Architecture
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Architect, Author and Advocate, Alicia Ponce is the founder and principal of APMonarch. Since 2007, Alicia’s expertise and passion for sustainability have supported many clients in designing radically better projects. Her reputation for resilient and eco-conscious architecture secured APMonarch’s role as the Sustainability Architect and direct prot…
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This topic is very important and comes up often in our podcasts. You are always brand building at work (and outside of work) through your actions, responsiveness, the quality of your work, and ability to get things done. If we asked you to list the qualities of a good leader, would those qualities and characteristics align to who you are as a leade…
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Habits are the structure that shape our daily routines. There are good habits and bad habits. The good habits can be hard to form, typically taking 21 days to get into the groove. Bad habits are the hardest to shift away from and yet we know they are bad for us. Habits are good for our day to day life, to increase our focus and create consistency. …
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Have you ever wanted to start a business? If so, it's probably cause it's in your blood! Latines account for 25% of all new businesses in the past 2 years. We employ 2.9 MILLION PEOPLE! In 2020, we totaled $472.3 Billion in sales receipts. Ready to take the leap? Take a listen to this episode. Nallely shares some great advice. In addition to her co…
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This week is super special as we feature our very own Nallely Suarez Gass, co-author of Pencils Down, a book that highlights the struggles in education through a series of interviews and then several chapters on burnout, well being, and coaching. This book is Nallely's first publication and has 324 pages of advice, sharing, and thoughtfully laid ou…
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If you're like us, one episode of JC is NOT enough. His journey to the states, starting at McDonald's, and finding his way was just the beginning, and keep in mind, this is also not the end, JC continues to build and grow and expand and inspire. There were not that many Latines in the industry at his level and he exemplifies what it means to be a t…
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JC started his career in Mexico as McDonald's first employee in the country. His dreams of becoming the second Jacques Cousteau was put to a quick halt due to getting seasick and he made have become the biggest pivot ever. He shares his stories on starting his career, taking a step back, and also getting passed up for a promotion. Throughout his ca…
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Eduardo Arabu - Improving Latino Representation
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This week we had a cafecito with Eduardo who is the CEO of the National Hispanic Corporate Council that believes in building a community to improve corporate performance. He is a driven individual from Venezuela that has lived in multiple cities and is a big believer in advancement for the Latine community. He partners with corporations and provide…
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Sergio Suarez Jr, CEO of TackleAI, joined us a second time to discuss AI a little more and a little deeper. He answered our listener questions and shared his thoughts on the difference between data and technology, the future of healthcare, and the environmental impact. His company's tagline is "attempt the absurd, solve the impossible" and he reall…
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Skill Sets - What you do and how you do it?
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Often times, when you know how to do something you assume everyone can do the same thing...we're here to tell you that you're not giving yourself enough credit! The hard part is articulating what it is you do and your value. In today's episode we cover skill sets...how to identify them, what yours are, and of course, how to gain skills you do not h…
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Short week...short episode...sharing some insights to help you negotiate a job offer. It can be overwhelming, fun, and also a great way to improve your salary and benefits. The first offer is always the starting point and as a reminder only 4 in 10 people negotiate their offer and of those 8 in 10 get an improved offer. Also, start planning now if …
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As promised last week, we have another great episode with Myriam del Angel where she continues to share her experiences from being in HR, a Latina in corporate, and now an author that megaphones our experiences and wins to a broader audience. Myriam is not only an advocate for herself and others, she reinvents opportunities, and wants to show the w…
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Belonging and Our Culture - Myriam Del Angel
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Myriam joined us (and we asked her back so check her out this week and next week). She is an HR executive and used her experiences to write her book based on the many Latinas she has seen in the corporate world. She talks about our fears, some of our own inhibitions and some of those cultural guardrails that sometimes hurt us. She talks about stand…
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You know the saying...el que a buen arbol se arrima, buena sombra lo cobija. In this episode we discuss some of our experiences and development opportunities. We especially focus on the impact of those around us when we are developing our professional lives, whether it's helping a friend submit a resume or cheering someone on, the group that we lea…
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It can be hard to imagine doing something until you see someone else do it. Most people learn by doing and messing up, and each time we venture past the comfort zone we find growth, but how do we even know where to venture? Sometimes it's cause someone went there before us, showed us the path, or at least gave us the hope that it was possible. Role…
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Margarita Quiñones Peña - From Dreamer to Engineer at Microsoft
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Margarita Quiñones Peña came to this country as a 4-year-old to Chicago. She was one of the few young women in her engineering school which took her almost 6 years to graduate since financial aid is not available to dreamers but she didn't let her stop her from achieving her dreams. She quickly learned that she needed to look for mentors, take it t…
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Leadership isn't about titles, it's about action, empathy, and the ability to inspire others. Many may have the title, but few are the type of leaders we show up for. In this episode we share examples of good leaders, bad leaders, and those who have transcended leadership by showing us the type of people we want to be. Grab your cafecito and enjoy!…
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Abbreviations and Three-Letter Acronyms (TLAs)
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Learning a new industry is hard and we need to make sure we understand the acronyms and terminology. Do your research and understand what transfers over, what the new Three Letter Acronyms are, and how to use them before you go into an interview. Take a listen to find ways to best prepare yourself to use your business lingo! Enjoy your cafecito and…
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What is AI? Artificial Intelligence Explained by Sergio Suárez Jr.
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is all over the news, so we asked Sergio Suarez Jr the CEO of TackleAI to join us and explain what is artificial intelligence and the impact it will have in the current landscape and beyond. He explains how it is created and replicated and how the algorithms get smarter and become stronger and more accurate at generatin…
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Moneda Moves Founder Lyanne Alfaro - telling stories at the intersection of money X cultura!
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Lyanne tells stories about what’s next in the world of technology, business, and entrepreneurship. She has reported via emerging platforms in English and Spanish, worked on audience engagement, strategy, and execution, and enjoys taking stories from start to completion. We were blown away by her passion and her dedication to elevating Latinx voices…
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Deanna is like an espresso...sometimes too caffeinated, super strong, and also warm. She is a mother, an executive, has an MBA from Northwestern, and like many of us, integrates the values that our culture has into her personal and professional life. She has also transformed the landscape, valuing taking care of herself, being vocal about what she …
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What's the difference between a leader and a manager? A LOT...not all leaders manage and not all managers lead. Your leadership style has a lot to do with how you share responsibility and how you reward (or reprimand) the risk takers. We start a 3-part series on leadership, what it is, examples of great leaders we've worked for and admire, and of c…
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The Value & Role of DEI - Carlos Butler-Vale
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Carlos Butler Vale is the VP of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Constellation Brands Inc. He is the voice for many communities including Latine, LGBTQ+, and Parents. He is the type of person you want in your corner, and he stopped by for a cafecito and shared a glimpse into the work he does, why it's important, and some specific times wher…
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Juan joined us for a cafecito this week and shared several experiences that have shaped his life. These stories start when his children were born and planning around childcare and managing careers, he is a banker, his wife is an entrepreneur. As their family grew up, it became about modeling to their children how to bounce back, and the value of co…
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Desde La Isla Del Encanto - Dr. Luis Samuel Abreu-García talks about balance, mentorship and giving back!
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Que placer fue el tener al Dr. Luis Samuel Abreu- Garcia join us all the way from La Isla del Encanto. We talked about his beautiful and very large family, his grit to achieve his personal and professional goals and the importance of giving back. He is an example of a leader that rose to the top and is constantly mentoring others specifically makin…
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