Hey!

I’m popping in here for a bonus episode of the Elevating la Cultura Podcast. I know we’re in between seasons but today I’m coming on with Yovana from the Making Lider Moves Podcast and we’re sharing ALL THE INFO on our upcoming Latina Brilliance Summit happening this September.

Check out https://www.latinabrilliance.com/ for all the info and to purchase tickets. We're so excited for this event, and we hope you come!

Enjoy this mini episode!

Ayyyyy! I can not believe we’ve made it to the end of Season 9. That’s nine seasons over the past three years. I’m so grateful to all my listeners for continued support and for taking us over 7200 downloads. And to all my guests this season who have taken time out of their days to share their stories to inspire others.

This season was amazing as we featured phenomenal mujeres, who are sharing their brilliance, their passion, their expertise, and their wisdom with others in their community. Cuz we don’t gate keep around here. We learn, we grow, and then we pour back into our communities.

Cuentos Reframed Summit: July 26-28

Latina Brilliance Summit: Sept 7th 2024

Showing Up Latina - In Business: Coming soon

As I close out another season, I’m forever thankful you joined me in listening. I’ll be coming back after the summer with season 10! In the meantime, stay connected with me on instagram, and visit elevatinglacultura.com for our comadre brunches/or dinners throughout the summer.

Ok, amigos, after you listen feel free to take a screenshot to post on IG and tag @elevatinglacultura or send me a DM. You can also comment on our YouTube video if you’re watching online. I always like to hear from people and how they resonate with the stories I share. SO leave a review on apple podcasts so we can get more ears listening to these stories and we can continue elevating la cultura.

Alright, enjoy the rest of the day/afternoon/evening whenever you’re listening, y nos vemos pronto.

I’ve got my last guest for Season 9 on the mic today. Ruby, from Ruby Creative Co.

She has a passion for empowering aspiring entrepreneurs and non-profit organizations to achieve their marketing and design goals.

Born and raised in Chicago, IL, but now residing in Arlington, TX, she discovered her love for community-focused design at a young age.
Ruby Creative Co., believes in starting with your unique perspective in order to bring your vision to life with thoughtful design philosophy and expert art direction. Established in 2019, Ruby Creative Co. has been serving clients for over 7 years, supporting Latino-owned businesses and mission-driven organizations in crafting engaging brands.

Ruby is a first-generation Mexican-American with a passion for uplifting her community through exceptional designs and content, she doesn't limit herself to any particular demographic. She loves collaborating with entrepreneurs from all backgrounds, and sharing her expertise to help them succeed. I’m so excited to get into the episode!

Website: rubycreativeco.com

Instagram: @rubycreative_co

Facebook: @rubycreativeco

Stay tuned for a new brand reveal soon!

Ok, we are at the end of Season 9, with one more episode to wrap up the season next Tuesday. After you listen feel free to take a screenshot to post on IG and tag @elevatinglacultura or send me a DM. You can also comment on our YouTube video if you’re watching online. I always like to hear from people and how they resonate with the stories I share. SO leave a review on apple podcasts so we can get more ears listening to these stories and we can continue elevating la cultura.

And if you haven’t already, join the Elevating la Cultura comunidad on FB. We also host monthly comadre networking events so if you’re in Chicago join us for one of those. All upcoming events can be found on the website elevatinglacultura.com to see what in person events I’ve got going on for you.

Alright, enjoy the rest of the day/afternoon/evening whenever you’re listening, y nos vemos next week.

Alicia is a Latina entrepreneur and founder of San Maris Botanicx. San Maris is a matriarchal owned candle brand redefining elegance with the finest fragrance oils and wax.

Breaking away from conventional Botanica candles, they craft clean and sacred aromas that embody the rich stories of Latin America.

From oral traditions to captivating scents, each candle encapsulates the essence of our heritage and Mother Earth, offering a sensory immersive experience.

Website: sanmarisbotanicx.com

Instagram: @sanmarisbotanicx

Facebook: @sanmarisbotanicx

I legit wish you could smell this candle, it’s so good. Make sure to follow and connect with Alicia.

There will be a new episode every Tuesday, so after you listen feel free to take a screenshot to post on IG and tag @elevatinglacultura or send me a DM. You can also comment on our YouTube video if you’re watching online. I always like to hear from people and how they resonate with the stories I share. SO leave a review on apple podcasts so we can get more ears listening to these stories and we can continue elevating la cultura.

And if you haven’t already, join the Elevating la Cultura comunidad on FB. We also host monthly comadre networking events so if you’re in Chicago join us for one of those. All upcoming events can be found on the website elevatinglacultura.com to see what in person events I’ve got going on for you.

Alright, enjoy the rest of the day/afternoon/evening whenever you’re listening, y nos vemos next week.

Hey! Today’s episode is a little different because I have a HUGE announcement. I’m going to be chatting with Monika from Our Latina Lens, who I had on the podcast previously on episode 75 in season 7.

We are collaborating on a BIG event that will be hosted here in Chicago called the Cuentos Reframed - a three day summit for photographers and creatives! If you caught our live on Instagram last week, you already got a little bit of info on what we’ve been planning, but I wanted to create an episode that really dove into explaining what’s in store. This summit is the first of its kind as it’s planned, led, and facilitated by Latinas. We are so SO excited about this!

Mentioned in the episode:

Monika - Our Latina Lens - Episode 75

Veronica - Golden Mean Boudoir - Episode 9

Adri De la Cruz

Izzy - Neuro-Yoga Institute - Episode 71

Dahlia- Liberated Learning - Episode 103

Alright, you heard it: Monika and I are hosting the first Our Latina Lens summit called Cuentos Reframed. July 26-28. You can get all the pricing information on the website ourlatinalens.com. Join the waitlist to be the first to get access to the tickets!

There will be a new episode every Tuesday, so after you listen feel free to take a screenshot to post on IG and tag @elevatinglacultura or send me a DM. You can also comment on our YouTube video if you’re watching online. I always like to hear from people and how they resonate with the stories I share. SO leave a review on apple podcasts so we can get more ears listening to these stories and we can continue elevating la cultura.

And if you haven’t already, join the Elevating la Cultura comunidad on FB. We also host monthly comadre networking events so if you’re in Chicago join us for one of those. All upcoming events can be found on the website elevatinglacultura.com to see what in person events I’ve got going on for you.

Alright, enjoy the rest of the day/afternoon/evening whenever you’re listening, y nos vemos next week.

Stephanie is a first-generation Latina from the Northside of Chicago. Her parents’ migration from Colombia fuels her passion for creating equitable and attainable economic opportunities for communities of color.

As the Director of Career Launch Chicago with the City Colleges of Chicago, Stephanie collaborates with Chicago Public Schools and local businesses to develop and implement Youth Apprenticeships that connect high school students to college and career pathways.

Most recently, Stephanie founded Rise and Thrive Latinas (RTL), a convener and curator of experiences that create opportunities to build community with other Latinas in Chicago and the Chicagoland area. Their signature offer, the RTL Book Club, has been incredibly successful in setting the tone for what RTL hopes to continue to provide by creating a community where members feel heard, seen, and supported, using books written by Latinas as a vehicle to have healing conversations about family dynamics, identity, pleasure and sexuality, and personal growth journeys.

Stephanie has a BA in Sociology from Northeastern Illinois University with a minor in Latinx Studies and an MA in Latin American Studies from the University of Florida. She's an alum of the Civic Leadership Academy through University of Chicago and currently a member of the Mujeres de HACE Entrepreneur cohort where she is joined by 17 brilliant Latina entrepreneurs from all over the country.

I’m so excited for the opportunity to chat with Stephanie.

Website: riseandthrivelatinas.com

Instagram: @riseandthrivelatinas / @con_solecito

Yo, I knew our conversation was going to be amazing. She is truly a gem for our community.

There will be a new episode every Tuesday, so after you listen feel free to take a screenshot to post on IG and tag @elevatinglacultura or send me a DM. You can also comment on our YouTube video if you’re watching online. I always like to hear from people and how they resonate with the stories I share. SO leave a review on apple podcasts so we can get more ears listening to these stories and we can continue elevating la cultura.

And if you haven’t already, join the Elevating la Cultura comunidad on FB. We also host monthly comadre networking events so if you’re in Chicago join us for one of those. All upcoming events can be found on the website elevatinglacultura.com to see what in person events I’ve got going on for you.

Alright, enjoy the rest of the day/afternoon/evening whenever you’re listening, y nos vemos next week.

I’ve got Vanessa on the mic today, but she goes by Fitnessa, a Miami-based online fitness specialist who is passionate about helping women sculpt their ideal bodies through muscle building and fat loss. Her flagship program, the "90 Day Hourglass Physique," focuses on creating healthy habits that allow for a balanced lifestyle. Fitnessa emphasizes the importance of intermittent fasting and nutrition in her programs, empowering women to achieve their fitness goals while still enjoying life’s pleasures like a glass of wine or a favorite dessert. With her extensive knowledge in nutrition and fitness, she teaches women how to maintain their femininity and fitness simultaneously.

Website: stan.store/Fitnessa

Instagram: @fitnesssa

TikTok: @fitnessaofficial

What a great conversation with Vanessa

There will be a new episode every Tuesday, so after you listen feel free to take a screenshot to post on IG and tag @elevatinglacultura or send me a DM. You can also comment on our YouTube video if you’re watching online. I always like to hear from people and how they resonate with the stories I share. SO leave a review on apple podcasts so we can get more ears listening to these stories and we can continue elevating la cultura.

And if you haven’t already, join the Elevating la Cultura comunidad on FB. We also host monthly comadre networking events so if you’re in Chicago join us for one of those. All upcoming events can be found on the website elevatinglacultura.com to see what in person events I’ve got going on for you.

Dahlia a first-generation, Chicana-Indigenous educator dedicated to empowering communities through somatic social-emotional learning and restorative justice. Dahlia has earned a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction focused on Community Engagement and a Certification in Somatic Healing Modalities. As a somatic movement healer, Dahlia guides people to be present with their bodies through meditative and somatic techniques designed to allow emotions to be processed and healed.

Dahlia Quintanilla is the founder of Liberated Learning, an organization aimed at transforming learning environments to be restorative and healing-centered using community-based solutions and approaches. With over 8 years of experience in education, Dahlia has served as a K-8 classroom teacher, reading intervention specialist, impact coach, workshop facilitator, and curriculum designer.

Website: liberatedlearning.org

Instagram: @liberatedlearningorg & @dahliaquintanilla

OMG, what a joy it is to talk with Dahlia…definitely connect with her.

There will be a new episode every Tuesday, so after you listen feel free to take a screenshot to post on IG and tag @elevatinglacultura or send me a DM. You can also comment on our YouTube video if you’re watching online. I always like to hear from people and how they resonate with the stories I share. SO leave a review on apple podcasts so we can get more ears listening to these stories and we can continue elevating la cultura.

And if you haven’t already, join the Elevating la Cultura comunidad on FB. We also host monthly comadre networking events so if you’re in Chicago join us for one of those. All upcoming events can be found on the website elevatinglacultura.com to see what in person events I’ve got going on for you.

Alright, enjoy the rest of the day/afternoon/evening whenever you’re listening, y nos vemos next week.