Summary

En este episodio, nos sumergimos en la inspiradora historia de Diego Morales Ibarra, un líder comunitario dedicado y multifacético. Diego, originario de Guanajuato, México, nos comparte su viaje desde sus inicios hasta convertirse en una figura clave en el desarrollo económico y comunitario de Arkansas. Exploramos cómo su paciencia y perseverancia han sido fundamentales en su rol como Director Adjunto en Conexión de Negocios Latinos y fundador de DIMORI Services LLC. A través de sus experiencias en el Consulado Mexicano y el ASBTDC, Diego nos demuestra cómo el tiempo y la dedicación pueden transformar comunidades y abrir nuevas oportunidades para las poblaciones minoritarias. No te pierdas esta conversación llena de aprendizajes sobre el poder de la paciencia en la construcción de un mejor futuro.

Show Notes

(00:05) Welcome & introduction.

(00:49) Your story.

(03:07) It’s a health thing.

(06:43) Life after the consulate.

(07:18) Being the boss.

(10:43) El mercadito.

(11:36) Initial advice.

(13:51) Networking?

(15:08) The inspiration.

(16:51) Latino growth.

(19:23) Significant challenge.

(29:54) Arkansas Latino Business Awards.

(29:54) Advice from the past.

Links

Ignacio Balderrama

Startup Junkie

Kiva Northwest Arkansas

Diego Morales Ibarra

DIMORI Services, LLC

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