25 - Claudia Romo Edelman / Founder, We Are All Human

In this special episode, Cynthia interviews Claudia, who is not only the co-host of "A LA LATINA", but a dynamic leader, social entrepreneur, and dedicated advocate for the Latino community. With a career spanning influential roles at the United Nations, the World Economic Forum, and various global initiatives, Claudia has consistently championed diversity, inclusion, and social justice.Claudia shares her personal journey, revealing how witnessing Latinos downplaying their heritage due to systemic barriers and societal perceptions drove her to action. She discusses founding the We Are All Human Foundation, initially aimed at combating racism and discrimination globally, and how her focus shifted to addressing the unique challenges faced by Latinos. Claudia highlights the creation of the "Hispanic Promise," a pledge endorsed by over 350 companies to create more inclusive environments for Latinos.In addition to her advocacy work, Claudia talks about her entrepreneurial venture—launching her own brand of Sotol, a traditional spirit her family has been producing for four decades. This venture underscores her belief in taking risks and following one's instincts, lessons she wishes she had embraced earlier in her career.Throughout the conversation, Claudia provides valuable insights into her data-driven approach to promoting Latino inclusion, her role in introducing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Lions at the Cannes Advertisement Festival, and the importance of authenticity in the workplace.Here are the takeaways: Embrace Risk and Trust Your Intuition: Claudia reflects on her journey, expressing that she would have taken more risks earlier in her career. She highlights the importance of trusting one's intuition, which is a blend of experience and intelligence, and believing in one's capabilities. The Power of Manifestation and Collaboration: Claudia emphasizes the importance of articulating goals and ambitions clearly. By expressing one's vision, it becomes easier to attract like-minded individuals who are willing to collaborate and support the mission. Support and Elevate Each Other: The conversation underscores the value of mutual support within the Latina community. Claudia and her co-host discuss how their complementary skills have led to successful collaboration, demonstrating how Latinas can help, support, and open doors for one another to achieve collective success. Join us as we delve into Claudia Romo Edelman's inspiring story and learn how her work continues to pave the way for future generations, showcasing that with unity, pride, and determination, the Latino community can achieve extraordinary success and recognition.Listen to the extended video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ALaLatinaPodcast/videosVisit our website to nominate yourself or another Latina to be on the podcast: alalatina.comFOLLOW OUR SOCIALS Instagram: @alalatinapodcast Tiktok: @alalatinapodcast Youtube: @alalatinapodcast Facebook: A La Latina Podcast For partnership opportunities, click here.