Ep 121: "How Big is the Latino Economy in USA? " with Lilly Rocha

Entrepreneurial Thinkers with Rob Ryan

Hint- the Latino Restaurant & Hospitality economy is huge, and it touches every aspect of your daily life. Your favorite local Mexican restaurant is one part of a nearly 4 trillion dollar latino economy in the USA. Latino entrepreneur led businesses are the fastest growing segment of the American economy compared to their peers. As CEO of the Latino Restaurant Association, Lilly’s passionate, determined leadership style embodies the importance of Diversity, Representation and empowering the next generation. Dive into this captivating conversation with Lilly and Rob, as they explore not only the challenges and opportunities in the Restaurant and Hospitality industry, but also what drives Lilly’s own journey as she moves through life’s chapters. In this episode, Lilly shares her own entrepreneurial and successful corporate journey as well as her insights on the economic significance of Latino-owned restaurants and the crucial role of the Latino labor force in the hospitality industry. Explore the unique challenges faced by Latino entrepreneurs, the transformative impact of technology and robotics on the food industry, and the exciting evolution of the Food Industry. From personal anecdotes to community involvement and the importance of diversity and inclusivity, this conversation offers a comprehensive look at sustainable growth and the future of experiential dining in the culinary world. Feel free to follow and engage with LILLY here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lilly-rocha-cmp-cmm-53914124 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelillyrocca/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thelillyrocca Website: https://latinorestaurantassociation.org We're so grateful to you, our growing audience of entrepreneurs, investors and community leaders interested in the human stories of the Entrepreneurial Thinkers behind entrepreneurial economies worldwide. As always we hope you enjoy each episode and Like, Follow, Subscribe or share with your friends. You can find our shows here, and our new Video Podcast, at “Entrepreneurial Thinkers” channel on YouTube. Plug in, relax and enjoy inspiring, educational and empowering conversations between Rob and our guests. ¡Cheers y gracias!, Entrepreneurial Thinkers Team.