Hi everyone, I believe our young adults represent one of the greatest untapped sources of entrepreneurial talent in our community. They don't need all the answers—they need a story to believe in, a framework to get started, and a community that believes in them. I'd like to host a free 4–5 hour weekend workshop for anyone 18+ focused on developing an entrepreneurial mindset, exploring the opportunities being created by AI and emerging industries, and taking the first steps toward building a business. Before I put it together, I'd love your feedback. Does this resonate with you? Would you support it? Would you encourage a young adult in your life to attend? If you're interested in mentoring, speaking, or simply helping make it happen, I'd love to hear from you. If we're serious about creating the next generation of founders, we have to invest in them today. David Favela

Feliz Lunes....! Happy Monday to all... Wondering if there are folks in the Las Vegas area that would like to connect and add to this great endeavor. Vegas has an array of incubators and ideation groups that exist. There is a huge demand for innovators and know that 42% of the Vegas community are Latin. We can start creating the foundation of The Latin Startup at the State level. Nevada is ideal since there are really two main cities, Reno and Las Vegas. Looking forward to further collaboration.

Hello community! I hope your week is off to a great start! Every week, I'm more inspired by what we're building together. This community is growing, but what's becoming even more clear is that you are the movement. Your skills, your experience, your network, and your willingness to help one another are what make this community special. I'm already hearing stories of members doing business together, making introductions, finding mentors, and joining each other's advisory boards. That's exactly what a healthy entrepreneurial ecosystem looks like. Let's keep the momentum going. Introduce yourself to someone new. Reach out with a specific ask. Offer your expertise to another founder. Make one meaningful connection this week. No one is coming to save us. We have to show up for each other—and that's exactly what this community is doing. Let's keep building. ¡Saludos! David Favela Founder, The Latino Startup

That's right.. In less than 2 hours I'll be resigning from my company I've been at for 5 years. I helped them from series A > $3b during that time. And now, its coming to an end.. I've decided to go all in on my "side hustle" and make it into the reality I've been envisioning. I am nervous. I have many "what ifs" going into this.. But also I kind of love that feeling and I'm sure I'm in good company! My name is Adam and I am the founder of vend/r. A modern vending machine company that's been bringing snacks and vibes since '25- located in VIsta, CA. Currently we're at 1 location in VIsta City Hall and plan on expanding to many different locations around North County San Diego. I am a creative and have always approached things in a different way and am excited to change the industry as well. I'm excited to have met David and looking forward to connecting with mi gente as well. Ultimately, my life goal is to show my kids how to build a business, generational wealth, and something good for the community that they live in.

Hola! Bienvenido to The Latino Startup community! 🚀 We’re excited to have you on this journey to unlock innovation, build thriving businesses, and strengthen our community’s economic future. Here’s how to get started: 1️⃣ Log in to Skool - Go to [Skool link] and sign in with your account. - Update your profile with your photo, bio, and what you’re working on. 2️⃣ Introduce Yourself... Please! - Head to the Community section and share a quick intro: - Your relationships to this incredibly talented group of people is perhaps the biggest value! 3️⃣ Explore the Classroom - Check out the Courses section for our Lean Startup tools, resources, and recorded sessions. - Start with the Problem Statement Module – it’s the foundation of our work together. 4️⃣ Join the Weekly Sessions - We meet every Thursday from 5:30–7:00 pm (PST). - These are interactive, hands-on sessions where you’ll test ideas, share progress, and learn with fellow founders. 5️⃣ Engage & Contribute - Ask questions, share wins, and support others in the Community feed. - The more you put in, the more you’ll get out. This is a true community of practice. ✨ Remember: This is not a get-rich-quick scheme. We’re building something deeper—real companies, real jobs, and real change. Together, we’ll unlock the genius that already exists in our communities. We’re excited to see what you’ll build. Let’s get started! Con mucho ánimo, David Favela Executive Director, The Latino Startup