EPISODE · Nov 28, 2025 · 47 MIN
From Struggle to Legacy: The Man Who Built a Marketplace for a Community | Jaime’s Story
from Aqui Entre Nos · host Hector Mendozaº
He turned challenges into opportunities and built a legacy for an entire community.In this episode of Aquí Entre Nos, meet Jaime, the visionary founder of M&M Marketplace, Hillsboro’s multicultural heart.What started with 12 vendors is now home to over 70 small businesses — a living example of resilience, unity, and entrepreneurship.Together we talk about:The 25-year journey of building Hillsboro’s first Latino marketplace.How M&M became a business incubator for hundreds of families.What it means to lead with community, not competition.Why being fearless is the secret ingredient for every entrepreneur.This episode reminds us that every dream — no matter how small — can grow into something that transforms a city.Recorded at M&M Marketplace, Hillsboro, Oregon.Aquí Entre Nos — a bilingual podcast made from the heart, for the heart of our community.Local resources mentioned:M&M Marketplace — local vendors, events & multicultural food.Washington County Chamber of Commerce — business support and education.Centro Cultural de Washington County — cultural & family programs.Adelante Mujeres — empowerment for Latina entrepreneurs.Production: Yohana ParraDirection: Héctor Mendoza — @hectorfuturaHost: Xiomara Merida — @realtorxiomaraCameras: Ernesto Herrera — @eliorastudiopdx#AquiEntreNosPodcast #MMMarketplace #LatinoEntrepreneurs #HillsboroOregon #WashingtonCounty #CommunityStories #BilingualPodcast #UnidosSomosMas #LatinoCommunityOregon #Fearless #LocalBusiness #ImmigrantStories
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He turned challenges into opportunities and built a legacy for an entire community.In this episode of Aquí Entre Nos, meet Jaime, the visionary founder of M&M Marketplace, Hillsboro’s multicultural heart.What started with 12 vendors is now home to over 70 small businesses — a living example of resilience, unity, and entrepreneurship.Together we talk about:The 25-year journey of building Hillsboro’s first Latino marketplace.How M&M became a business incubator for hundreds of families.What it means to lead with community, not competition.Why being fearless is the secret ingredient for every entrepreneur.This episode reminds us that every dream — no matter how small — can grow into something that transforms a city.Recorded at M&M Marketplace, Hillsboro, Oregon.Aquí Entre Nos — a bilingual podcast made from the heart, for the heart of our community.Local resources mentioned:M&M Marketplace — local vendors, events & multicultural food.Washington County Chamber of Commerce — business support and education.Centro Cultural de Washington County — cultural & family programs.Adelante Mujeres — empowerment for Latina entrepreneurs.Production: Yohana ParraDirection: Héctor Mendoza — @hectorfuturaHost: Xiomara Merida — @realtorxiomaraCameras: Ernesto Herrera — @eliorastudiopdx#AquiEntreNosPodcast #MMMarketplace #LatinoEntrepreneurs #HillsboroOregon #WashingtonCounty #CommunityStories #BilingualPodcast #UnidosSomosMas #LatinoCommunityOregon #Fearless #LocalBusiness #ImmigrantStories
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