Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™
by Andrea Padilla - CEO & Founder at Square Root Marketing
Let’s Wine: Stories Uncorked™🍷- A Toast to Stories That Inspire Hosted by Andrea Padilla - CEO & Founder, Square Root Marketing® What happens when you pair a glass of wine with a powerful story of entrepreneurship?This podcast celebrates entrepreneurs who have transformed challenges into successes, guided by intuition, courage, and a wealth of experience.With each episode, we uncork real and unfiltered stories — celebrating maturity, authenticity, and the pleasure of a truly great conversation.
Episodes
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 49 | Stuart Faught
Stuart Faught started his entrepreneurial journey by handing out donuts in dental offices to sell SEO services. Today he has built and sold 20 small software companies, all self-funded and run with a lean team of contractors.In Episode 49 of Let’s Wine Stories Uncorked™, our first virtual…
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 48 | FIEXPO - Ep. 10 | Dennis Speet
In the 10th episode of the FIEXPO 2026 series of Let’s Wine: Stories Uncorked™, Andrea Padilla sits down with Dennis Speet, Managing Director of the Amsterdam Convention Bureau, over a glass of Protos in San José, Costa Rica.After 25 years at ICCA, Dennis took on the challenge of rebuilding...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 47 | Luis Carlos Ochoa
In this episode of Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Luis Carlos Ochoa, President and Founder of Valoriza Group, over a glass of Luigi Bosca in Medellín, Colombia.After two decades at Citibank across New York, the Bahamas, Miami...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 46 | FIEXPO - Ep. 9 | Kike Ramirez
In this episode of Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™, recorded at FIEXPO 2026 in San José, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Kike Ramírez, international speaker, entrepreneur and author of the bestselling book Prohibido Rendirse (Never Give Up), over a...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 45 | FIEXPO - Ep. 8 | Borja Castelar
In this episode of Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™, recorded at FIEXPO 2026 in San José, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Borja Castelar, author of Power Skills and former President of LinkedIn for Latin America, over a glass of Protos. A Spaniard…
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 44 | FIEXPO - Ep. 7 | Martin Boyle
In the 7th episode of our FIEXPO 2026 series, recorded in San Jose, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Martin Boyle, CEO of IAPCO and the first person ever to hold that title, over a glass of Sauvignon Blanc.Martin's career was never a straight…
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 43 | Breaking the Silence | Felicia Travaillot
In the final episode of First In Line on Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, closes the mini series with Felicia Travaillot, CMO of StrategyCorps, over a glass of Sauvignon Blanc. This episode, titled Breaking the Silence, goes where most...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 42 | FIEXPO - Ep. 6 | Juliana Lopez
In the 6th episode of the FIEXPO 2026 series of Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™, recorded in San José, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Juliana López, President of Grupo Heroica, over a cup of Costa Rican coffee. Juliana leads the operation of three...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 41 | FIEXPO - Ep. 5 | Annette Gregg
In Episode 5 of our FIEXPO 2026 series recorded in San Jose,Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Annette Gregg, CEO of SITE (Society for Incentive Travel Excellence) and the first woman to hold that title in the association's 53 years ofhistory, over…
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 40 | FIEXPO - Ep. 4 | Tammy Moore
In this episode of the Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™ FIEXPO 2026 series, recorded in San José, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Tammy Moore, VP of Learning & Professional Development at PCMA, one of the global business events industry's most...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 39 | FIEXPO - Ep. 3 | Dr. Senthil Gopinath
In this episode of the Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™ FIEXPO 2026 series, recorded in San José, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Dr. Senthil Gopinath, CEO of ICCA, the global association tracking over 13,000 international congresses every year — and...
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 38 | FIEXPO - Ep. 2 | Christoph Tessmar
In this episode of the Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™ FIEXPO 2026 series, recorded in San José, Costa Rica over a glass of Protos, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Christoph Tessmar, Executive Director of the Barcelona Convention Bureau.Christoph arrived in...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 37 | FIEXPO - Ep. 1 | Arnaldo Nardone
In the opening episode of the Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ FIEXPO 2026 series, recorded in San José, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Arnaldo Nardone, Director & Founder of FIEXPO Exhibition Group, over a glass of Malbec.Arnaldo has been shaping...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 36 | IPREX AGC Singapore - Ep. 2 | Heidi Otway
In Episode 2 of Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™, recorded live at the IPREX Annual Global Conference in Singapore, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Heidi Otway, President + Partner at SalterMitchell PR and incoming global president of IPREX, over Hatton wine…
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 35 | IPREX AGC Singapore - Ep. 1 | Anu Gupta
In Episode 1 of Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™, recorded live at the IPREX Annual Global Conference 2026 in Singapore, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Anu Gupta, Director at APRW and Council Member of the Singapore Chamber of Commerce of Indonesia (SingCham),...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 34 | Women Lifting Women | Felicia Travaillot
Episode 2 of our "First in Line" series with Felicia Travaillot is here, and this one hits close to home.Felicia gets real about the times other women didn't show up: the lack of support, the competition, and the scarcity mindset that shows up in male-dominated industries. But more importantly…
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 33 | Fintech Americas - Ep. 10 | Driss Temsamani
In Episode 10 of the Fintech Americas series, we sit down with Driss Temsamani, Head of Digital for Latin America, Canada, and the United States at Citigroup — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami.Author of The Agentic Bank and one of the most recognized voices in financial digital...
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 32 | Fintech Americas - Episode 9 | 2Innovate
In Episode 9 of the Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ series at Fintech Americas, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, uncorks a tempranillo with Pablo Pereyra Portugal, Chief Revenue Officer at 2innovate — a Uruguayan-born company now operating across 12 countries and processing...
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 31 | Fintech Americas - Episode 8 | N5 Now
In this episode of our Fintech Americas series, we sit down with Julián Colombo, CEO of N5 Now — a software company built specifically for the banking industry, recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami.Julián shares the story behind the name N5, breaks down what it really means to build banking...
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 30 | Fintech Americas - Episode 7 | Play Digital
In Episode 7 of the Fintech Americas series, we uncork the conversation with Francisco Gómez, Director of Play Digital Consulting — part of the LEGO Group — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami.Frank breaks down composable banking the LEGO way, shares his honest take on the AI hype cycle, and...
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 29 | Fintech Americas - Episode 6 | Veritran
In Episode 6 of the Fintech Americas series, we sit down with Marcelo Fondacaro, CCO of Veritran — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami.Veritran is a global tech company devoted to simplifying banking experiences. With more than 20 years of experience and a presence in 16 countries, Veritran…
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 28 | Fintech Americas - Ep. 5 | Mercantil Seguros
In Episode 5 of the Fintech Americas series, we sit downwith Vickmar Martínez, Technology Manager at Mercantil Seguros — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami, where her team received two awards on the same day. Hear Vickmar share the story behind Merse, their multichannel AI-powered virtual...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 27 | From Struggle to C-Suite I Felicia Travaillot
We're launching a very special three-episode series with our guest Felicia Travaillot — "Felixandra, The Great" — CMO, industry leader, mom, and a role model for women building their path in the corporate world.In this first episode, Andrea Padilla and Felicia uncork the story of how Feli went…
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 26 | Plastics News - Episode 5 | Bill Wood
In Episode 5 of the Plastics News Executive Forum series, wesit down with Bill Wood, Economics Editor at Plastics News — recorded live at the Plastics News Executive Forum in Florida. Bill has spent decades tracking economic trends and connecting them to the plastics industry. In this…
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 25 | Fintech Americas - Episode 4 | ACI Worldwide
In Episode 4 of the Fintech Americas series, we uncork a Tempranillo with Mauricio Fernández, Sales Director at ACI Worldwide — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami. Hear Mauricio break down how COVID accelerated digital payment adoption across Latin America, why payments are mission-critical...
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 24 | Fintech Americas - Episode 3 | Movantis
Four companies. One vision. One brand. Movantis brought together TransNetwork, Inswitch, Spectrum, and Appriza Pay to build what the industry has been missing: a single infrastructure layer for cross-border payments, stablecoins, FX, and embedded finance — launched at Fintech Americas Miami with...
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 23 | Fintech Americas - Episode 2 | GFT
In Episode 2 of the Fintech Americas series, we sit down with Jairo Solano, Commercial VP for Central America and the Caribbean at GFT Technologies — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami.Jairo brings 25+ years of experience in one of Latin America's most promising and fastest-growing regions.…
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 22 | Fintech Americas - Episode 1 | Money 20/20
In Episode 1 of the Fintech Americas series, we uncork a Tempranillo with Tracey Davies, President of Money20/20, and Jessica Blue, Executive Vice President — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami. Hear Tracey and Jessica share what's driving the decision to bring Fintech Americas into the...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 21 | Plastics News - Episode 4 | Texas Injection Molding
In Episode 4 of the Plastics News Executive Forum series, we sit down with Scott Osterling, CEO, and Jeff Applegate, Chief Encourager, of Texas Injection Molding — recorded live at the Plastics News Executive Forum in Florida. Hear Scott and Jeff break down what it really takes to grow a plastics...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 20 | Plastics News - Episode 3 | US Extruders
In Episode 3 of the Plastics News Executive Forum series, we sit down with Eric Adair, Director of Communications at US Extruders — recorded live at the Plastics News Executive Forum in Florida. Hear Eric break down what it really takes to build a brand in the plastics industry: how storytelling…
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 19 | Plastics News - Episode 2 | Intellect
In Episode 2 of the Plastics News Executive Forum series, we sit down with Heather Preu, Global CEO of Intellect — recorded live at the Plastics News Executive Forum in Florida. Hear Heather break down what it really takes to lead in a male-dominated industry: why AI is empowering people, not...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 18 | Plastics News - Episode 1 | MBS Advisors
In Episode 1 of the Plastics News Executive Forum series, we sit down with Jonathan Soucy and Andrew Munson from MBS Advisors — recorded live at the 2026 Plastics News Executive Forum in Florida. Hear Jonathan and Andrew break down what it really takes to sell a plastics business: why timing...
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 17 | Iván Ramírez
¿Qué significa realmente desarrollarse, encontrar propósito y construir una vida profesional con sentido? Iván Ramírez nos comparte una conversación profunda sobre talento, crecimiento personal y la búsqueda de la felicidad. En este episodio hablamos de:✨ Cómo desarrollar tu talento más allá de…
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 16 | Rocío Chávez
🇲🇽 Este episodio es en español / This episode is in Spanish. English subtitles available on YouTube. Rocío Chávez lleva años trabajando en cultura organizacional, talento y recursos humanos — y en esta conversación no se guarda nada. Hablamos sobre qué hace que un líder realmente lidere (pista:...
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 15 | Felipe Domínguez
Una oportunidad puede cambiarlo todo — y la historia de Felipe es la prueba perfecta. En este episodio, me senté con Felipe para hablar de una trayectoria profesional que lo llevó desde hacer voluntariado con AIESEC en Villahermosa a los 19 años, hasta liderar organizaciones en México, África y…
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 14 | Rosa Elena Garcia
Rose pasó de las finanzas corporativas a representar a México en escenarios turísticos internacionales—pero su viaje es más que cambios de carrera. En esta conversación franca, comparte por qué la educación financiera no es negociable para emprendedoras, su opinión controversial sobre cuotas de...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 13 | Melissa Expósito
🍷 Redefining Success in Corporate & Creative Careers | Melissa Expósito Join us for a conversation with Melissa Expósito, President of Sony Music Central America & Caribbean, as she shares her journey from PR intern to music industry powerhouse. In this episode: ✨ Her unconventional path from...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 12 | WBTM Series – Episode 6 | Teknor Apex
We raise a glass to Mary Boros, Vice President of the MB&A Division at Teknor Apex—captured during the Women Breaking the Mold conference in Savannah.From answering a temp agency call to leading global operations at a 101-year-old company, Mary's journey proves that showing up opens doors you…
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 9 | WBTM Series – Episode 3 | PCS Company
In Episode 3, we bring you powerful interview with women leading at PCS Company—captured during the Women Breaking the Mold conference in Savannah. Hear from Angela Elsey (President, PCS Company) and Sarah Fenn (Human Resources Manager, PCS Company) as they share what it takes to lead...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 8 | WBTM Series – Episode 2 | PLASTICS & GEHR
In Episode 2, we bring you candid interviews captured at the Women Breaking the Mold conference with leaders shaping the future of the plastics industry.Hear from the Plastics Industry Association team—Chiara Matriccino (Manager, Communications and Digital Production), Erin Hass (Senior Director...
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 7 | WBTM Series – Episode 1 | Anoosheh Oskouian
Anoosheh Oskouian, President & CEO of Ship & Shore Environmental, joins hosts Andrea Padilla and Andrea Siy to discuss building an environmental technology company, innovating in air pollution abatement, and what it means to break molds as a woman leader in manufacturing.From custom environmental...
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 6 | Laura Mateo
A los 20 años, Laura dejó todo para ayudar a construir un pequeño viñedo familiar. Décadas después, habían creado una operación global de 12M de botellas. En este episodio, Andrea Padilla conversa con Laura sobre las crisis que enfrentó, la decisión de vender, y cómo la diversificación se…
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 5 | Mariana Espinosa
En este episodio de Let’s Wine About It, conversamos con Mariana Espinosa, quien nos comparte cómo pasó de coordinar la logística de insulinas en una farmacéutica a co-crear una plataforma digital que acerca atención médica especializada en diabetes a cualquier rincón de México. A lo largo de la...
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 4 | María Mancuso
En este episodio, conversamos con María Mancuso sobre su inspirador recorrido desde el mundo corporativo en JP Morgan y CITI hasta convertirse en emprendedora de Fintech Americas. Hablamos de resiliencia, comunidad, educación, tecnología y los libros que marcaron su camino. Una charla honesta…
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 3 | Alexis Mastrogianni
From crushing debt to starting over, Alexis Mastrogianni shares his raw and inspiring journey of resilience, reinvention, and the lessons learned along the way. Discover how to turn your lowest moments into the fuel that drives you forward—stronger, wiser, and more determined than ever.
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[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 2 | Javier Flores
In this powerful episode of Let’s Wine About It, we sit down with Javier Flores, entrepreneur, creative force, and co-host of the Lo Creo, Lo Creo podcast. Together with Andrea Padilla, Javier dives deep into the power of visualization, mindset, and intention as tools for personal and…
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Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 1 | Patsy Linares
In this premiere episode of Let’s Wine About It, we sit down with Patsy I. Linares, founder of PIL Creative Group, to explore what it truly means to build a brand that lasts. From working with global luxury brands to launching her own agency, Patsy shares how emotional value, creative integrity,...
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Let’s Wine: Stories Uncorked™🍷- A Toast to Stories That Inspire Hosted by Andrea Padilla - CEO & Founder, Square Root Marketing® What happens when you pair a glass of wine with a powerful story of entrepreneurship?This podcast celebrates entrepreneurs who have transformed challenges into successes, guided by intuition, courage, and a wealth of experience.With each episode, we uncork real and unfiltered stories — celebrating maturity, authenticity, and the pleasure of a truly great conversation.
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