Juan Lucas Restrepo, one of the most influential Colombians shaping what and how crops are cultivated worldwide, smiles from his apartment in Rome, the headquarters of the influential Bioversity-CIAT Alliance. Descended from landowners and farmers in the Paisa region, his demeanor and accent may not hint at a childhood spent milking cows in southwestern Antioquia…
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Pisqueya: A Culinary Journey from Tragedy to Triumph
Pisqueya, a brand that embodies the rich flavors and cultural heritage of the Caribbean, has a remarkable story to tell. It all began in 1986 when Cristina and Eduardo, parents of Maritza Abreu, migrated from the Dominican Republic to the United States. In Brooklyn, New York, they opened a small café called Cibao, later renamed…
Angela Zuluaga: Leading Social and Environmental Impact at Coca-Cola
Angela Maria Zuluaga is one of the most powerful executives in the corporate world. In March of last year, she was appointed Global Vice President of Communications at Coca-Cola, following a successful 10-year career at the multinational corporation, which sells its products in over 200 countries. A Decade of Impactful Projects During her tenure at…