December 03, 2024

Empowering Latina Entrepreneurs with Stephanie Vasquez

42 minutes

Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn a dream into a thriving community of support and empowerment?

Imagine a place where small businesses flourish, women of all ages gather to share knowledge, and passion drives innovation. Creating such a space is no small feat—it demands vision, resilience, and a deep commitment to uplifting others. For Latina entrepreneurs, these spaces are vital for fostering connection, collaboration, and growth, transforming not only individual lives but entire communities.

Stephanie Vasquez is an accomplished Latina business leader, serial entrepreneur, and business coach whose impressive career is rooted in a passion for community empowerment and innovation. As an Arizona State University graduate, she has achieved remarkable milestones, including founding the non-profit E.L.L.A., running the successful Fair Trade Café for 17 years, and championing the Phoenix community. Stephanie’s contributions have garnered recognition from prestigious organizations such as Forbes, Los Suns, Cox, Phoenix Business Journal, and the City of Phoenix, among others. Additionally, she shares her expertise as a mentor and instructor for ASU’s Prepped program, supporting aspiring food entrepreneurs in their journeys.

Tune in to Episode 209 of Amiga, Handle Your Shit, as Stephanie Vasquez shares her journey of founding the Amor Collective, an incubator space that brings Latina-owned businesses together to grow and thrive. From rotating business opportunities to creating multigenerational spaces for learning and fun, Stephanie reveals her innovative approach to fostering community and supporting local talent. She also opens up about her philosophy of staying ready for whatever opportunities come her way and the importance of letting passion and purpose lead the way.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Build community through passion and shared purpose.

Success requires grit, not just a great idea.

Stay ready for opportunities; preparation meets opportunity.

Empower others by creating spaces for growth.

Support local Latina-owned businesses with your dollars.

Let go of control; trust the journey.

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