Corporate Cafecito

S8 E10:  Más Datos, Más Dinero – Why Every Latine Professional Should Understand Business Metrics Mid-year is the perfect moment to pause and ask: Am I on track to hit my goals? Do I know the números that truly tell me the answer? Hard work opens doors, but knowing your business numbers is what keeps you in the room. Many Latine professionals are over-mentored and under-sponsored, and that include...

Let’s be real. Most of us are not exhausted from one big decision. We are drained by the hundreds of small ones we make before noon. From “What should I wear?” to “Can I squeeze in this meeting?”, decision overload is real. And for many in our Latine community, the mental load runs even deeper. We are holding space for our families, our teams, and our dreams at once. In this cafecito, we open up a...

Jaime Viteri, President of Digital Latinos and founder of the Chicago Latino Network , said it best: “You can’t just call the network when you need the network.” Jaime’s right. A real network isn’t built overnight or only when things get tough. It’s built over time, with intention, presence, and love. You show up for your people, even when there’s nothing to ask for. You give, support, connect, an...

The moment Danny Miró-Chinea showed up in our LinkedIn feed, we knew. He was not just another voice. He was building something powerful, doing it from every corner of Latin America. He had a prestigious legal career lined up. He walked away. Why? Because titles are not the purpose, and Danny chose a purpose. Born in Puerto Rico. Raised between cultures. 🌎 Now living in Buenos Aires, sharing Latin...

We love our cultura but don’t want it to be reduced. In this week’s episode of Corporate Cafecito, we have an honest conversation about what it really means to be Latino at work, especially when Hispanic Heritage Month rolls around. Too often, visibility becomes a burden. You’re passionate, and suddenly, you're expected to plan the party, decorate the room, and represent an entire culture. 🎭...

What’s in a Name?  Let’s talk accents, identity, and the power behind the words we carry. In this new episode of Corporate Cafecito , we open up about the real moments that shaped us, being mispronounced as kids. Being told we "think in Spanish" at work and learning to reclaim our names and speak with pride. Whether you grew up bilingual, speak Spanglish, or were never taught Spanish bec...

This week on Corporate Cafecito, we sit down with the powerhouse Mariana Fagnilli, JD, LLM - a human rights lawyer turned global DEI executive, founder of Fagnilli Group, and now international change-maker redefining what real inclusion looks like. Mariana has led with purpose across industries from Argentina to Johnson & Johnson to Major League Soccer. Today, she serves on the Harvard Busines...

Happy Monday, familia. If you’ve ever felt like the only one who didn’t get the memo at work… we see you. This week, we’re holding space for a conversation so many of us have had to navigate quietly—office politics and everything no one ever taught us. Starting a new job can feel like walking into season five of a show. Everyone knows the plot but you. 😅 In this cafecito, we learn about the unspo...

🔥 NEW EPISODE:  The Latina Lawyer They Didn’t See Coming With Janelle Romero This week, we sit down with Janelle Romero, a labor attorney and advocate, social media influencer, and mamá, who’s rewriting the rules in labor law and doing it on her terms. From being the only Spanish-speaking lawyer at her firm to fighting wage theft and workplace harassment to going viral on TikTok by educating her...

¿Tú también tienes muchos sombreros ? Bienvenidos to the world of the multi-hyphenate Latine, where cultura, pasión, and hustle collide. In this heart-filled episode, we unpack what it means to juggle career, side hustles, family, and dreams while staying rooted in who we are. 💬 Real talk on:  – Wearing ALL the hats (sometimes at once)  – Burnout, boundaries, and building capacity  – La importanc...

In this episode of Corporate Cafecito, we sat down with Jacqueline Zaldivar Aguilar , a powerhouse leader who has spent over 20 years inside some of the world’s most influential companies, including L’Oréal, Johnson & Johnson, PepsiCo, Monsanto, and Gillette . Today, she leads Talent, Culture, and DEI at Grupo Lala —but more importantly, she does it with integrity, intention, and corazón. Jack...

If you’ve ever listened to Corporate Cafecito and felt uplifted, seen, or reminded that you’re not alone in this journey, this is your moment to be part of something bigger. This isn’t just a podcast. It’s a movement. 🌱 A comunidad. 💼 A bridge between cultura y corporate. 🫶 A place where first-gen dreams bloom con orgullo. But to keep the cafecito flowing and the cameras rolling, we need your h...

🚨 DEI is shifting—let’s talk about it. 🚨 On this episode of Corporate Cafecito , we dive into a hard truth: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs are being cut, renamed, or quietly removed. But instead of fear, we bring clarity, purpose, and a little corazón . 🎙️ As first-gen professionals and DEI leaders, we have championed representation from the inside out. When the system isn't buil...

☕ Cafecito is ready — New Episode Brewing If you’ve ever struggled to find your voice in leadership, balance expectations with your values, or pour from an empty cup, this conversation is for you. We had to bring Mauricio Palli back—yes, from Conagra Brands —because his last episode sparked so many powerful conversations around identity, growth, and purpose in leadership. This time, we’re diving...

🎙️ New Episode Now Brewing How do you go from teaching 8th-grade science to leading Inclusion & Belonging at one of the top CPG companies in the world? Con coraje. Con comunidad. Con cultura. In this deeply moving conversation, we sit down with Mauricio Palli from Conagra Brands, whose career path has been anything but linear. Still, every pivot, every leap, every reinvention tells a story of...

New Episode Out Now:    If It Weren’t for Latinos with Oswaldo Álvarez & Maggie Olmos In this powerful conversation, we sit down con nuestros amigos Oswaldo Álvarez (Executive Director) and Maggie Olmos (Policy Advisor) from the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Foundation — two dynamic líderes showing us how Latinos are not just participating — we’re leading, building, and redefining the fut...

¿Y tú? Are you evolving with purpose or staying stuck in the same loop? In this powerful cafecito, we sat down with Dr. Wallace, who shared her journey from Perú to the frontlines of digital transformation, career design, and leadership development. One of less than 1% of Latinas in the U.S. with a doctorate, she is a scientist, author, trailblazer, and founder of Windrose Vision. And — she was al...

“Don’t let where you came from dictate who you are—let it be part of who you become.” —Dr. Robert Renteria Have you ever felt like your past disqualified you from your future? Dr. Robert Renteria understands that struggle until he chose to rise and uplift entire communities. This week on Corporate Cafecito, we share a story of grit, grace, and transformation that will leave you inspired to rewrite...

🎙New Week - New Episode!!  🔒💪 Becoming Bulletproof with Sandra Gonzalez We're bringing you pure power and corazón to close out Women's History Month. This week on Corporate Cafecito , we sit down with Sandra Gonzalez, a retired Marine officer, executive coach, and author of Sexy Confidence. Sandra brings la fuerza. She served 20 years in the Marines, trained over 500 women recruits, an...

“You are not lucky to be here.   The world needs your perspective.   They are lucky to have you.” — Antonio Tijerino In this episode of Corporate Cafecito , we explore the fundamental tension between fitting in and showing up fully — especially as Latinos, immigrants, women, and professionals navigating spaces not built with us in mind. From moments in life where we may have hidden who we were to...

📢 NEW EPISODE 👀 Imagine balancing your career, raising your kids, and caring for your aging parents—all at once. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. This is the reality for millions in the Sandwich Generation , especially in Latine communities where multigenerational caregiving is not just expected, but ingrained in our culture. ✨ In this episode, we unpack:  ✔️ Cultural Expectations & Gender...

✨ Women’s History Month is Here! ✨ "They’ll tell you you can’t do it. That’s when you turn around and say, ‘Watch me.’" – Dolores Huerta  We hope you had a powerful International Women’s Day and are celebrating an inspiring Women’s History Month! In this episode of Corporate Cafecito, we talk about Latina leadership, breaking barriers, and taking action because we’re done waiting for c...

Your network is your net worth —the Puente to opportunities, growth, and impact. In this episode of Corporate Cafecito , we discuss how purposeful connections can open doors and elevate your career.  💡 What you’ll learn: ✅ Financial mobility —it’s not just education, but who you surround yourself with . ✅ Networking with intention —genuine relationships over business cards. ✅ Maximizing networ...

Let’s be honest— disagreements are inevitable in the workplace . But when does a difference of opinion cross the line into something deeper, something personal? Respect isn’t a universal workplace norm—it’s personal, shaped by our values, culture, and experiences.  In our latest episode of Corporate Cafecito , Carlos and I break down the art of disagreement —how to challenge ideas without making i...

🚨 New Episode Alert – Let’s Talk About Growth! 🚨 Mi Gente, let’s be real—growth is exciting but can also feel like a loss. 🎢 Whether it’s moving up in your career, stepping into leadership, or even making a big life change, there’s always that moment of, Wait… what did I leave behind? In this episode of Corporate Cafecito , Carlos and I dive deep into the bittersweet side of growth. From leavin...