"I was the second woman to hold that position in a thirty-year period—and that wasn’t acceptable to me. Clearly, there wasn’t enough awareness of the contributions women can bring to organizations and the economy."

“I also believe in the value of excellence and bringing your best self. My father used to tell me if you’re going to do something, be the best at it.”

“I’ve never considered being a woman or a Latina to be an obstacle. In fact, I usually consider it to be quite an asset, in part due to the incredible entrepreneurial culture of the Hispanic community in general and my family in particular.”

“There have certainly been challenges throughout my career, but instead of looking at them as drawbacks, I look at them as opportunities and blessings.”

“It’s easy to only look forward when you move to the United States, but I believe it’s vital to look back and remember your roots, to remember where you came from.”

“It is very important to be selective about who you choose to surround yourself with, because no one accomplishes anything on their own.”

“What I enjoy most about being an entrepreneur is making a difference. By building a business we create jobs, pay taxes, and build families and communities.”