Blog and News
The CCI Group team is fueled by a passion for breaking down language barriers. Come explore our latest blog, where we share tips, industry knowledge, and the heart behind what we do. Discover how bridging communication gaps helps shape a more inclusive world.
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Confessions of an Entrepreneur: Insights from the 2024 FSBDC Summit
On August 20, 2024, I had the privilege of participating in the “Confessions of an Entrepreneur” session at the summit organized by the Florida Small Business Development Center (FSBDC). The FSBDC holds a special place in my heart, as they have been instrumental in supporting my entrepreneurial journey from the very beginning and continue to […]
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Small Business Champions: Insights from Administrator Samantha Power at the USAID Conference
ADMINISTRATOR SAMANTHA POWER: Thank you so much, Kimberly [Ball]. And thanks to all of you. You can feel the energy in the room. And since this is my first small business conference that I’ve had the chance to attend, I can’t tell if it’s just what it’s always like, or because it’s the first time we […]
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The Importance of Cultural Awareness in Communicating with Indigenous Communities
I write this blog from my feeling as a rural woman who is part of indigenous people, descendants of the great Inca Empire, who are now present in the Inga indigenous reservation of Aponte in the department of Nariño, Colombia. I reminisce on my roots, on my grandfathers and grandmothers who were great caciques, who […]
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From Uncertainty to Unfolding Success – A snippet of my journey in the Federal Government
Back in 2012, I jumped headfirst into starting CCI Group without a clue about what I was getting myself into. Those first few years felt like groping around in the dark, trying to make sense of the business world with more questions than answers. In my quest for some sense of direction, I knocked on […]
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Colombia: A Journey of Connection, Culture, and Kindness
Recently, I had the opportunity to visit Colombia for the first time and it was an experience that I will cherish forever so I wanted to share it with you. As a Spanish speaker from Nicaragua living in the United States, my trip to Colombia was not just a professional excursion but also a profound […]
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A Night at “Casos y Cachos Llaneros”: A Journey Home and a Celebration of Inclusivity
“Casos y Cachos Llaneros” by Descolonizarte TEATRO transported me to the heart of the Colombian-Venezuelan plains. The play, presented entirely in Spanish with English subtitles and accommodations for people with disabilities, was a nostalgic journey back to my cultural roots and a testament to the power of inclusivity in the arts.