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Confidence and Style Fuel this Shop
Nancy Avila, a Latina barber, defies stereotypes and inspires inclusivity in a male-dominated Industry.
Latina On a Mission
Meet Adriana Soto, a Latina entrepreneur in Iowa, breaking barriers in the insurance industry and empowering the Hispanic community.
Yoga: From Passion to Career
Yoga in Iowa: Lily Allen-Dueñas started a yoga career and turned her passion into a profession.
Jewelry Designer Channels African Ancestors in Designs
Paola Acuña, an Afro-Costa Rican jewelry designer, incorporates African heritage into her stunning designs. Learn more about her journey in Iowa.
Chemist in Storm Lake Creates Global Make-Up Brand
Iowa-made MMKL Cosmetics grew into a global brand. This is how Miavan Feliciano created an internationally successful, affordable cosmetics label.
Lucha Libre Masks: A Bold Tribute to Immigrant Identity
Artist/photographer/professional multi-hyphenate, Miriam Alarcón Avila has a long and storied list of projects to her name, from creating multi-media works to carving extravagant pumpkins for Halloween. In talking of the inspiration guiding her Luchadores: Immigrants in Iowa project, there is a grounding to her identity. Alarcón Avila uses her art to explore that identity and document the story of immigrants in Iowa.
This Entrepreneur Found Her Voice While Giving Voice to Others
Discover how language interpretation in Iowa are bridging communication gaps. Learn about virtual platforms and the impact on businesses.
Biculturalism Helped These Latinas Build Their Businesses
Reyna Immerfall and Alicia Peña share how their bicultural background helped them build successful businesses in Iowa, serving the Latino community in various fields.
A Latina Woman Uses Her Bilingual Skills to Win Awards for Her Voice
Jessica Trinidad, award-winning voice actress has changed the game, representing bilingual talent within the industry.
Raquel’s Bakery: A Latina-Owned Business Flourishing in Des Moines
Baking treats for her co-workers, Raquel Paz never imagined it would lead to becoming one of the first Latinas to open a business in Des Moines. Paz, her husband Jesus, and their infant daughter moved to Iowa in the late 90’s, where they found jobs cleaning offices. In the evenings, Paz enjoyed baking cakes she learned to make as a child in Mexico. But it’s not the time in the kitchen that Paz relies on the most in her business, it’s the times she went shopping with her grandmother.
Grocers’ Daughter Forges New Path for Her Business
America Zaragoza, found her passion in real estate and helps her community achieve the dream of homeownership.
Liz Sayasane Brings Fun and Music to Special Moments
Liz Sayasane is transforming the entertainment industry with her DJ business for private events and festivals.
