Heidi Castrillon is a journalist, communicator, and businesswoman of Peruvian origin. She has lived in the United States for more than 20 years. In the United States, she has stood out as a journalist specialized in foreign trade and as a promoter of important business, social and cultural events in New Jersey,
New York, and Washington DC.
She also serves at the Board of the Indian American International Chamber of Commerce Northeast Chapter. G-100, The Group of 100 Global Women Leaders, just named her as the U.S. Country Chair of Public Relations, an empowered group of 100 women leaders from across the world in 100 diverse sectors
She has supported Latino entrepreneurship in the United States. This work has helped to establish relationships not only local but also at the national level with may organizations.
She is a member of the Governor’s Council on Mental Health Stigma for the State of New Jersey.
She is currently a member of the SCORE Outreach Committee, an organization that fosters vibrant small business communities through mentorship and education.
She is the CEO of Biz Republic, a communications platform since 2008. Her business work has been aimed at the permanent promotion of foreign trade through the Biz Republic.
She received the Outstanding Latina Women 2015 award, granted by the Diario of New York. She also received a motion of greeting from the Congress of the Republic of Peru, for being a Peruvian and an outstanding Latin woman in New York City. She has been recognized by the authorities of the cities of Union City, Jersey City, North Bergen, and Paterson for being an outstanding professional who gives prestige to the Peruvian community in New Jersey. She has received recognition as a female entrepreneur from Berkeley College in 2021.
She studied international trade at the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina and worked at the Peruvian Embassy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She has also worked at the Peruvian Consulate in New York and in the Marketing and Sales area of the Latin division of Multinational Best Food, now Unilever, worked in Evergreen Marine Corporation, one of the five largest shipping companies in the world.
Independent Business Woman, decisive , incredibly strong and achiever. Born in Peru and has dedicated her life to commerce for over 15 years. Determined and dedicated from a young age, in serving and helping a working generation to help out families in her community. Raquel is a passionate person of Gastronomy and cosmetology. These diverse industries have truly shaped many stages in her life. She is member of the committee , and organizer in different local and Regional Gastronomic fairs in Peru truly showcasing her vast knowledge and experience in Amazonic Cuisine. Raquel took a huge leap in her aspirations of personal growth and development in 2011 when asked and invited to participate in the World Expo for Peruvia Cuisine created in NJ with prestigious renowned chefs and leaders from Peru . Also had the honor of participating among talented artists from the entertainment industry , business and Diplomatic public figures in the US. With the desire and focus on achieving a much better future, she decided to leave her country of origen and move permanently to the US, to not only develop her talent in Gastronomy , but also in the Beauty industry. She is a graduate in Cosmetology and currently owns a boutique by the name of “Raquel Fashion” in New Jersey.
Is a Real estate Agent and professional , brokered by Century 21 Realty Group, in finance , Market projection and security , as well as in the Legal Realm . Very proactive and empowered female that has demonstrated the ability to accomplish her objectives.She has proven
successful in the competitive Market .Olga is a successful Latina with a vocation in service and a notable Level of professional leadership and ability to navigate thru the many challenges a realtor faces , especially in today’s market. She is fluent in French, Spanish,English and Creole. This has truly helped her broaden her range of clients , and strengthen her ability to serve thru various cultures and communities , and most importantly to transcend many different ethnic communities present in Hudson County. seminars and individual workshop sessions which explain in detail how to conquer the real estate market and achieve homeownership .
Born in Lima Peru , coming from a family of pioneers and entrepreneurs , Victor studied Accounting in the UCAB (Universidad Catolica Andres Bello from Caracas, Venezuela . Throughout his undergraduate education, he developed leadership qualities and aptitude which created and set the foundation to allow him to direct his goals and achievements in the technical and sales industry. He worked for prestigious companies such as AeroPeru, Banco Consolido , Banco Mercantil, Manufacturers Leasing International Corporation. Currently he is serving as Director of Gloria’s Agency NJ .This Agency’s primary function is to allocate personnel , employees ,restaurants and domestic housekeeping roles . In essence it impulsed him to take it a step further and serve as a member on the board of directors for the Hudson County Latin American Chamber of Commerce. Victor is also a successful distributor for Royal Prestige , from Hycite Enterprises , a known brand worldwide.
Financial Analyst respected and solicited with more than 24 years working at Columbia University where she served as a Finance Coordinator, Jr Accountant and Account Payable Specialist. Heidy is a Treasurer adjunct and fourth Vice President of the Latino Leadership Alliance of New Jersey, an organization that empowers and defends the rights of the latino community in the Garden State . She has served as executive director of the Chamber of Commerce of Washington Heights and Inwood NY, as member of the Dominican American National Roundtable (DANR), Secretary of the chamber of commerce of Latin Businesswoman, and Secretary of the New Jersey Latin American Association(NJLAA)
Currently she is CO- CEO of Ventures Group, LLC, an office that is dedicated to serve as a direct resource to assist Immigration matters , business development , finances , Real Estate and Consulting.
Heidy’s Passion is to empower, encourage and inspire individuals to live their best life. She utilizes her years of experience as an expert connector and relationship builder to assess , support and connect clients to appropriate services .
Businesswoman , fundraiser , event planner , and consultant of Dominican Origen , Hiedy offers programs of High quality , public relations , and excellent marketing solutions to satisfy the unique needs of entrepreneurs and clients of Small Businesses. She also serves diverse communities involved in social activities and leadership.
Certified in the Beauty industry with a trajectory greater than 16 years in the Beauty , Health and Wellness industry. As an ambassador , she shines and stands out as a leader in her community with her continuous support in beauty events and benefit events designed to support and empower latino entrepreneurs and other minorities .
Through the gift and talent of motivational speaking in diverse organizations of her community , along with her parents instilled values and teachings, she empowers and inspires female leaders to pursue their goals, dreams and aspirations , and to pursue their journeys in entrepreneurship, the lifelong American Dream. 3 years ago she left as employee and pursued her dream of becoming a successful business owner and entrepreneur. As a result , “Beauty and Nails by Oriana “ emerged.
is a Realtor with a multifaceted background working in the US Army, Acting and television/radio, as well as graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and an MBA in Global Business Management. She served as a Loan Officer for the US Small Business Administration in helping small businesses obtain Loans, relief for their businesses, during the pandemic. She has a love for working with people and after years in the entertainment industry, realized a career in real estate was the ideal profession for her. She is a member of the New Jersey Multiple Listing Service(NJMLS), Greater Bergen Realtors(GBR), and the National Association of Realtors (NAR). She is a member of the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals in Northern NJ (NAHREP). Alexandra is fully equipped with the knowledge, expertise, and upbeat personality to ensure her clients that every transaction is completed .She is fluent in Spanish and French , further expanding her network of clients in the real estate market.
