I am a Mexico-born US-based entrepreneur and have initiated multiple businesses (some of which I still operate) across Mexico, the U.S., and China. In parallel I like focusing on making a positive difference in my community through a number of dedicated projects and organizations. I firmly believe in turning ideas into reality every day.Turned 20, with just about enough financial means to buy a small retail store in downtown Mexico City, I started working all-day every-day to build what is today a clothing store chain, part of a larger group of retail, manufacturing and consumer businesses, while at the same time studying for my degree in the evenings. I have never abandoned my desire to continue learning and working on personal development as well as the one of my businesses, all of which I am convinced are prerequisites for success, Beyond work, I love volunteering in my local community, and non profit organizations as a board member and board of trustees. playing competitive tennis, and always continuing to acquire new skills and learnings.