It was an absolute pleasure learning from, and touring the Cacao Ecuador facilities with the CEO, Ing. Julio Zambrano! Always amazing to see the the intricate process of manufacturing cocoa-based products! Muchas gracias, Don Julio!

One of the leading food and agri-business companies worldwide, Olam is poised to grow and expand even more in the coming years. Mr. Jose Carbo, Head of Olam Ecuador, shared with us his valuable insights on what fuels the growth of the business. Un placer!

Truly a privilege to have sat down with the Ecuadorian Ministry of Foreign Trade Minister, Ivan Ontaneda Berrú! Our discussion undeniably reinforces this- Ecuador may be small, but its potential is massive! Absolutely exciting times for the country 🇪🇨

Pictures won’t ever do this place justice- Quito is absolutely breathtaking!! Glad to be back in this beautiful city 🤩

Mr. Xavier Hervas, CEO of Nova Alimentos, showed exactly what makes Ecuadorian Broccoli be on a league of its own. An honor, and pleasure to work with you, Don Xavier! Rest assured, we will collaborate to advance your interests. Great things are coming!🇪🇨🥦

A true pleasure, Mr. Bachmann! Thank you for your time (and all the quality products you shared)! Looking forward to what’s up next! 🇪🇨🇯🇵

Leading through example: With Don Fabian Baca, Executive President of Casabaca! 🚗 So lovely meeting a man with such humility, and graciousness in spite of his massive success. Doing it right, Toyota Ecuador!

Had a blast touring the Ponte Tresa Roses Tupigachi farm with CEO Mr. Diego Naranjo! Ecuadorian Roses really are unparalleled; such beauty and quality! 🌹

Tomorrow I’ll join the climate strike in Denver, Colorado with Haven Coleman ! 12-2PM at Civic Center - Greek Amphitheater 150 W 14th Ave. #FridaysForFuture #schoolstrike4climate #ClimateStrike

Breaking News: Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed of Ethiopia has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his work in restarting peace talks with neighboring Eritrea nyti.ms/2VvdVk4

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Yesterday’s lunch with CEO Victor Lee of Ascent Solar . Thank you again for your continuous support of the The Japan Times Southwestern US Special Business Report!

Fun afternoon spent learning with Blue Moon’s brewmaster, John Legnard! Blue Moon Brewing Co

The House has unanimously passed a bill that makes animal cruelty a federal felony. cnn.it/2JhSXQF

Great time talking to MGM Grand International Global Gaming President, and former Governor of Nevada, Brian Sandoval! Exciting times are ahead for MGM-Japan!

With President of Nu Skin Enterprises, Mr. Ryan Napierski- great knowing their focus goes beyond the product and into bettering lives worldwide! 🌎🌻

Exciting times!

Global Media met with José Alcibíades García, President of ASOPARTES Nacional. A successful player in the automotive sector and the initiatives for an environmental friendly Colombia, through the use of more electric and hybrid vehicles. #gmilearns #bogota #automotive

Had a wonderful meeting with Don Carlos Urrutia of Brigard Urrutia this morning- great conversation about the plethora of opportunities waiting in the region! 🇨🇴

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