#HECHO EN STL

Ever wonder what it takes to run a robotics company? 🤖 We sat down with Keiry Moreno Bonnett, Chief Operating Officer at Hire Henry, to get the inside scoop on leading operations for one of the most innovative companies in robotics and programming in St. Louis. 👉 To learn more, visit hirehenry.ai Videography and editing by Virtually Together LLC (Marcela Gómez Lugo)

Meet Yamilla Rodriguez 💛 From crew member to Director of Operations at @ruizmcdonalds —a Hispanic, family-run franchise with 38 locations across St. Louis and Illinois. She's part of the 1 in 8 Americans who have worked at McDonald's. 👉 To learn more, visit ruizmcdonalds.com Videography and editing by Virtually Together LLC (Marcela Gómez Lugo) Background music credits: Corporate Inspirational Background8586

Meet Megan Muñoz and Rosalyn Luna, leaders of NAHREP Saint Louis, as they share their passion for real estate and their commitment to empowering the Hispanic community in St. Louis. Their chapter offers community outreach, industry education, and business-building networking opportunities for Hispanic professionals in the real estate field. 👉 To learn more, visit nahrepsaintlouis.org Videography and editing by Virtually Together LLC (Marcela Gómez Lugo) Background music credits: Corporate VP by Yutaka.T

Meet Stella, owner of Tango Argentina Food. Alongside her husband Hector , lovingly known as the “empanada man” - she has built a true St. Louis staple. Their restaurant is famous for serving up 18 varieties of mouthwatering empanadas, but Stella’s real passion is creating a warm, welcoming space for the community. We sat down with her for an exclusive HECHO EN STL interview. 👉 Learn more at tangoargentinafood.com Videography and editing by Virtually Together LLC (Marcela Gómez Lugo) Background music credits: Dew by Kairo Vibe

The Ritenour Co-Care Food Pantry, located in the heart of Overland, serves a uniquely diverse community—nearly one-third White, Black, and Hispanic/Latino neighbors alike. Founded in 1980, the pantry now supports over 54,000 people each year, providing essential food and care to families in need. Since SNAP benefits have been limited starting November 1st, the number of people they serve has skyrocketed. In just the last two weeks, they have seen a 30% increase in clients and are relying on 30% more volunteers to meet the growing demand. Ritenour Co-Care is seeking volunteers and board members to help strengthen outreach, especially to better serve immigrant families and individuals. Now more than ever, our community needs one another, and your support matters. 👉 To get involved, please reach out to Angela G. Gabel via www.rccfoodpantry.org Videography and editing by Virtually Together LLC (Marcela Gómez Lugo) Background music credits: Lemon Fish Ambient Soft Inspirational by make sound

Meet Christopher Barker and Alyoska Diaz: educators turned business owners, who are passionate about the art of Magic and producing performances that will entertain and create wonder and curiosity! We caught up with them for an exclusive HECHO EN STL interview. Visit barkermagic.com to learn more about their business! Videography and editing by Virtually Together LLC (Marcela Gómez Lugo) Background music credits: Stay Lucky by Get Groove Band

Meet Jaime Zayas — Puerto Rican actor, mime, clown, and founder of Kinetic Tapestry Physical Theatre. His company blends dance, circus, and physical theatre to create powerful performances and artist training. ✨ Up next: SPACE — a family-friendly journey with aerial silks, acrobatics, dance, comedy, and circus arts, following a Puerto Rican astronaut through the wonders of the cosmos. 📍 Florissant Performing Arts Center 📅 Sept 6, 12, 13 at 7PM | Sept 7 at 2PM | Sept 14 at 1PM 👉 More at kinetictapestry.org Videography and editing by Virtually Together LLC (Marcela Gómez Lugo) Background music credits: Positive Uplifting Corporate by Handayama Music Lab

Meet Manuel García Cruz: Boricua fashion designer and proud St. Louis transplant shaking up the local fashion scene. As the creative force behind @manolo_bouvier and the visionary behind the iconic #theLOUIEbag, Manuel brings vibrant innovation to one of a kind designs. We caught up with him in his element for an exclusive interview. Videography and editing by Virtually Together LLC (Marcela Gómez Lugo) Background music credits: I See Blue · Dye O Papaya Island ℗ Epidemic Sound

HECHO EN STL | ZENSIA COFFEE Meet Zensia Coffee’s co-founders, Paty Galeano & Juan Carlos Antolínez, who in record time have built Clayton's newest coffeeshop and a space to pause, breathe, and reconnect in the heart of St. Louis. Their coffee is hand-harvested in small batches in Colombia, approved by Colombia's National Federation of Coffee Growers, and flown directly to STL to preserve unmatched freshness and flavor. 👉 To learn more, visit www.zensiacoffee.com Videography and editing by Virtually Together LLC (Marcela Gómez Lugo) Background music credits: My Cozy Coffee Shop by Ryu Kato