Sandra Rendón, like so many other immigrants, arrived in Miami with her family more than five years ago. Her hopes, like those of many, were high. Her enthusiasm, impeccable. Her beginnings, full steam ahead. Her sadness and frustration at seeing how the pandemic closed the doors to her dreams, immense.

 

But she didn't stop there. Sandra, along with her chef husband, Beto, didn't hold back the broken illusions of a future that hadn't been possible, nor did they think of returning to their successful restaurant in Colombia. No. They had decided to emigrate, with all the consequences that this decision entails. And they stayed.

 

They fought, like everyone who strives, to continue building their lives in another country, in another language, with other people. And they succeeded. Today, Beto is a famous chef, an influencer who sells his delicious products and promotes Latin restaurants on social media, and Sandra is the CEO of Expology Miami, a company that organizes events, fairs, and training for entrepreneurs. Nothing more, nothing less.

 

Expology Miami, the company that Sandra founded, helps those same Latino immigrants who, like her, struggle to progress and make a difference in the United States. This Sunday, March 9, Expology Miami recognizes the work of many entrepreneurs who, with their contributions, have transcended both the Latino and American communities.

 

On the @expologymiami Instagram account you can read stories like that of Christian Barrous-Brens, who at 16 years old began selling brownies to help his mother during her battle with cancer, and today is an award-winning chef whose passion and Caribbean roots have left a significant mark on the culinary history of South Florida.

 

Also Zulmarie Padin, founder of the Latinas Power organization, which advocates for equal pay for Latina women and seeks to accelerate the success of one million women in the United States.

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And many more. All of them will receive their well-deserved recognition at a party full of joy and Latin flavor.

 

In times like these, it is increasingly important to support and celebrate the efforts of Latino immigrants in the United States. Work like that of Sandra Rendón becomes an act of courage, bravery, the same strength that brought her to where she is today. It also becomes an arrow towards the future, where future generations will be able to reflect on it.

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To attend the event:

What: Global Entrepreneurship Summit

When: Sunday, March 9

Time: 12 to 7pm

Where: 8000 NW 21st Miami 33122

Info: IG @expologymiami

Cost: Free admission and parking.