Self-Fueling Excellence with Mark L. Madrid

Small businesses don’t just survive—they fuel economies. 💥

In this episode of Small Business is Big Business, Mark Madrid goes live from the electric atmosphere of F1 Las Vegas with powerhouse leader Dunia Antunez, Executive Director of the Nevada Hispanic Business Group.

Dunia shares her inspiring journey from struggling micro-business owner with no mentors, no business training, and two kids to raising a thriving network of over 500 members focused on collaboration, growth, and real-world opportunity.

This is a conversation about resilience, mentorship, and why small business owners don’t have to stay small—they can scale into the world’s biggest stages. 🏁🔥

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On this electrifying edition of Small Business is Big Business with Mark Madrid, meet Louisa Mendoza, the unstoppable entrepreneur who rebuilt her life with just $16.19, a six-year-old son, and relentless determination.

After leaving an abusive relationship, Louisa knocked on construction barricades at the Meadows Mall in 1999, cleaning overnight to earn enough to survive. With limited English but unlimited courage, she launched “Keep It Clean”—a janitorial business that would eventually land her inside the Bellagio, cleaning chandeliers in some of the most iconic spaces in Las Vegas.

She didn’t know how to clean chandeliers.

Now known as the “Chandelier Lady,” Louisa has expanded into immigration services, supporting international partners for global events like Formula 1, and is stepping into a new chapter of public service with the federal government.

This episode is about resilience.

And it’s proof that small business isn’t small—it’s transformational.

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In this special edition of Self-Fueling Excellence, Mark Madrid sits down with legendary vocalist Andy Vargas during Super Bowl week in San Francisco at the Inca Cares Foundation’s Salute to Hispanics in Sports and Entertainment.
From singing the national anthem in Little League to performing on the world stage with Santana, Andy shares a powerful story of resilience, gratitude, and living with no limits. He opens up about the influence of his father, his commitment to “living his best life,” and the mission behind the Andy Vargas Foundation—providing scholarships, music camps, and real-world mentorship for young artists.
This episode is about legacy, leadership by example, and turning passion into purpose—on stage and off.
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We’re in San Francisco for Super Bowl 60 week, bringing small business into the living room of the world’s biggest events—because Small Business is Big Business. 🏈🔥

In this episode, Mark Madrid sits down with Raj Tedla, founder & CEO of VRT Management Group and a Hall of Fame-level mentor, to unpack the “binder of substance” that helps entrepreneurs simplify the complex, learn–unlearn–relearn, and build growth systems that stay nimble (and don’t collect dust).

Raj shares real scaling stories, why values + culture alignment are the recruiting advantage, and his KPI-driven mission: help 1,000 businesses generate $1M in financial benefit each—a $1B impact by December 21, 2030. Plus: his practical take on AI—why process must drive technology and how foundations turn data into real advantage.

🎧 Tune in now and get the blueprint to win your own “Super Bowl.”

🔥 LIVE from Super Bowl 60 Week in San Francisco!

On this powerful episode of Small Business is Big Business with Mark Madrid, we sit down with Elizabeth and Randall Berman — President & CEO and COO of Continental Food & Beverage and co-founders of the Inca Cares Foundation — at the 12th Annual Salute to Hispanics in Sports & Entertainment.

From launching Inca Cola out of the trunk of a taxi cab in 1980… to building a nationally recognized brand… to leading humanitarian missions serving 1,000+ children and families in the Dominican Republic each year — this is the true embodiment of small business becoming BIG impact.

💛 Immigrant roots

This episode is about legacy. Family. Culture. Entrepreneurship. And giving back at the highest level.

If you believe Latino-owned businesses are the engine of the American economy — this one is for you.

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Recorded during Super Bowl Week in San Francisco, this powerful episode of Small Business is Big Business features the Honorable Mickey Ibarra — former White House official, founder of the Latino Leaders Network, and lifelong advocate.

From his father Francisco’s journey as a Zapotec bracero who picked fruit in Utah…

This is a story about identity, grit, entrepreneurship, and what’s possible in a single generation.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your roots can fuel your reach — this episode is for you.

💡 Dream big.

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Villegas is the co-chair of ACT and the chairman of the California State Athletic Commission. Previously, he served as the head of Latin Affairs at Coca-Cola. The host expresses gratitude to Villegas for sponsoring the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's signature event during a challenging time around 2014.Peter Villegas's Current Work and Philosophy:

The Muhammad Ali Commemorative Stamp: Villegas initiated the campaign to create an official U.S. commemorative stamp for Muhammad Ali. This idea arose when Lonnie Ali, Muhammad Ali's wife, visited his home. 

She noticed that Villegas had poster stamps of Roberto Clemente and Cesar Chavez but no Muhammad Ali stamp. After he asked if he could make it happen, she agreed, and the "Champ Stamp Campaign" began. The process took three years. The stamp was unveiled on January 15th of the current year (2018) in Louisville. Only 22 million stamps will be made.

What do you do when heartbreak feels physical… and you’re tired of repeating the same patterns?

In this episode of Small Business is Big Business with Mark Madrid, Mark sits down with Sarah Davison, author of Screw You, Watch This: How to Recover from Toxic Relationships, live from the iconic SIR on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles during the Top Talent event.

Sarah shares the turning point that changed everything—a powerful “beach moment” in Australia that sparked her comeback mindset—and breaks down practical tools for recovery, healing, and reclaiming your power (without revenge). You’ll also hear her advice on staying “functionally friendly” when you run into an ex, how parents can model resilience for their kids, and why recovery is the ultimate glow-up.

🎧 Listen now and step into your next chapter—stronger, smarter, and unstoppable. 💥

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Recorded at the iconic SIR during Top Talent, Mark Madrid sits down with transformational leader, author, and nonprofit founder M. Teresa Lawrence for a soul-stirring episode of Self-Fueling Excellence. From her journey as a Cuban immigrant child separated from her family to becoming the founder of the international Trueness Project, Teresa shares why success isn’t a destination—it’s every step taken toward a noble goal.

This episode is a reminder that you are entitled to love, wealth, and happiness—and that when you change your story, you transform the world. 🦋

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