Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 48 | FIEXPO - Ep. 10 | Dennis Speet Sep 30, 2026 00:27:14 In the 10th episode of the FIEXPO 2026 series of Let’s Wine: Stories Uncorked™, Andrea Padilla sits down with Dennis Speet, Managing Director of the Amsterdam Convention Bureau, over a glass of Protos in San José, Costa Rica.After 25 years at ICCA, Dennis took on the challenge of rebuilding Amsterdam’s Convention Bureau from the ground up. Five years later, his team is positioning the city as a le

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 47 | Luis Carlos Ochoa Sep 15, 2026 00:46:07 In this episode of Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Luis Carlos Ochoa, President and Founder of Valoriza Group, over a glass of Luigi Bosca in Medellín, Colombia.After two decades at Citibank across New York, the Bahamas, Miami and Panama, Luis Carlos returned to Antioquia with one mission: bring global investment banking

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 46 | FIEXPO - Ep. 9 | Kike Ramirez Sep 4, 2026 00:23:30 In this episode of Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™, recorded at FIEXPO 2026 in San José, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Kike Ramírez, international speaker, entrepreneur and author of the bestselling book Prohibido Rendirse (Never Give Up), over a glass of Protos.Kike shares how Prohibido Rendirse started as a social media phrase that went v

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 45 | FIEXPO - Ep. 8 | Borja Castelar Aug 26, 2026 00:24:30 In this episode of Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™, recorded at FIEXPO 2026 in San José, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Borja Castelar, author of Power Skills and former President of LinkedIn for Latin America, over a glass of Protos. A Spaniard who moved from Dublin to São Paulo overnight when Microsoft acquired LinkedIn and rerouted his en

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 44 | FIEXPO - Ep. 7 | Martin Boyle Aug 20, 2026 00:25:17 In the 7th episode of our FIEXPO 2026 series, recorded in San Jose, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Martin Boyle, CEO of IAPCO and the first person ever to hold that title, over a glass of Sauvignon Blanc.Martin's career was never a straight line. It started with a microbrewery restaurant in Canada, moved through corporate events in Scotla

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 43 | Breaking the Silence | Felicia Travaillot Aug 11, 2026 00:36:37 In the final episode of First In Line on Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, closes the mini series with Felicia Travaillot, CMO of StrategyCorps, over a glass of Sauvignon Blanc. This episode, titled Breaking the Silence, goes where most professional conversations never do: an open, honest conversation about perimenopause and why it is ti

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 42 | FIEXPO - Ep. 6 | Juliana Lopez Aug 6, 2026 00:29:06 In the 6th episode of the FIEXPO 2026 series of Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™, recorded in San José, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Juliana López, President of Grupo Heroica, over a cup of Costa Rican coffee. Juliana leads the operation of three convention centers across two countries: Cartagena de Indias, the Costa Rica Convention Center,

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 41 | FIEXPO - Ep. 5 | Annette Gregg Aug 4, 2026 00:32:04 In Episode 5 of our FIEXPO 2026 series recorded in San Jose,Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Annette Gregg, CEO of SITE (Society for Incentive Travel Excellence) and the first woman to hold that title in the association's 53 years ofhistory, over a glass of Sauvignon Blanc.Annette brings 30 years in the business events industry tothis conve

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 40 | FIEXPO - Ep. 4 | Tammy Moore Jul 30, 2026 00:22:43 In this episode of the Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™ FIEXPO 2026 series, recorded in San José, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Tammy Moore, VP of Learning & Professional Development at PCMA, one of the global business events industry's most respected associations, celebrating 70 years this year.Tammy spent 26 years as a planner, sou

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 39 | FIEXPO - Ep. 3 | Dr. Senthil Gopinath Jul 26, 2026 00:29:32 In this episode of the Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™ FIEXPO 2026 series, recorded in San José, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Dr. Senthil Gopinath, CEO of ICCA, the global association tracking over 13,000 international congresses every year — and celebrates his birthday with a glass of wine at the event. Senthil's career began in Sri L

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 38 | FIEXPO - Ep. 2 | Christoph Tessmar Jul 21, 2026 00:25:58 In this episode of the Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™ FIEXPO 2026 series, recorded in San José, Costa Rica over a glass of Protos, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Christoph Tessmar, Executive Director of the Barcelona Convention Bureau.Christoph arrived in Barcelona from Germany in January 1990 for what was supposed to be a one year assignment and never lef

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 37 | FIEXPO - Ep. 1 | Arnaldo Nardone Jul 8, 2026 00:23:03 In the opening episode of the Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ FIEXPO 2026 series, recorded in San José, Costa Rica, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Arnaldo Nardone, Director & Founder of FIEXPO Exhibition Group, over a glass of Malbec.Arnaldo has been shaping the meetings and events industry since 1998, when leads still arrived by mail in envelopes.

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 36 | IPREX AGC Singapore - Ep. 2 | Heidi Otway Jul 7, 2026 00:33:22 In Episode 2 of Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™, recorded live at the IPREX Annual Global Conference in Singapore, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Heidi Otway, President + Partner at SalterMitchell PR and incoming global president of IPREX, over Hatton wine from Bali.From a little girl who talked too much in elementary school, to covering the Oklahoma Ci

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 35 | IPREX AGC Singapore - Ep. 1 | Anu Gupta Jun 18, 2026 00:36:52 In Episode 1 of Let's Wine Stories Uncorked™, recorded live at the IPREX Annual Global Conference 2026 in Singapore, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, sits down with Anu Gupta, Director at APRW and Council Member of the Singapore Chamber of Commerce of Indonesia (SingCham), over a glass of Indonesian white wine from Bali.Anu shares the story behind three decades of bu

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 34 | Women Lifting Women | Felicia Travaillot Jun 16, 2026 00:35:36 Episode 2 of our "First in Line" series with Felicia Travaillot is here, and this one hits close to home.Felicia gets real about the times other women didn't show up: the lack of support, the competition, and the scarcity mindset that shows up in male-dominated industries. But more importantly, she shares what she chose to do because of it, and how she became the mentor she never had

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 33 | Fintech Americas - Ep. 10 | Driss Temsamani Jun 10, 2026 00:18:29 In Episode 10 of the Fintech Americas series, we sit down with Driss Temsamani, Head of Digital for Latin America, Canada, and the United States at Citigroup — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami.Author of The Agentic Bank and one of the most recognized voices in financial digital transformation, Driss has been attending Fintech Americas since the very first edition. In this conversation he wa

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 32 | Fintech Americas - Episode 9 | 2Innovate Jun 9, 2026 00:20:53 In Episode 9 of the Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ series at Fintech Americas, Andrea Padilla, CEO & Founder of Square Root Marketing, uncorks a tempranillo with Pablo Pereyra Portugal, Chief Revenue Officer at 2innovate — a Uruguayan-born company now operating across 12 countries and processing over 20 billion transactions per year for 40 million people across Latin America.Pablo breaks down t

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 31 | Fintech Americas - Episode 8 | N5 Now Jun 1, 2026 00:11:50 In this episode of our Fintech Americas series, we sit down with Julián Colombo, CEO of N5 Now — a software company built specifically for the banking industry, recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami.Julián shares the story behind the name N5, breaks down what it really means to build banking software in the AI era — "building castles with bricks that change size every day" — and gives us his hon

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 30 | Fintech Americas - Episode 7 | Play Digital May 29, 2026 00:12:27 In Episode 7 of the Fintech Americas series, we uncork the conversation with Francisco Gómez, Director of Play Digital Consulting — part of the LEGO Group — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami.Frank breaks down composable banking the LEGO way, shares his honest take on the AI hype cycle, and makes the case for why the next generation of customers won't adapt to the bank, it's the other way aro

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 29 | Fintech Americas - Episode 6 | Veritran May 14, 2026 00:13:00 In Episode 6 of the Fintech Americas series, we sit down with Marcelo Fondacaro, CCO of Veritran — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami.Veritran is a global tech company devoted to simplifying banking experiences. With more than 20 years of experience and a presence in 16 countries, Veritran is proud to be a key strategic partner for leading clients across Latin America, North America, and Euro

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 28 | Fintech Americas - Ep. 5 | Mercantil Seguros May 13, 2026 00:12:56 In Episode 5 of the Fintech Americas series, we sit downwith Vickmar Martínez, Technology Manager at Mercantil Seguros — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami, where her team received two awards on the same day.Hear Vickmar share the story behind Merse, their multichannel AI-powered virtual assistant that reduced customer service demand by 40%, and the commercialization platform launched in Pana

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 27 | From Struggle to C-Suite I Felicia Travaillot May 11, 2026 00:40:13 We're launching a very special three-episode series with our guest Felicia Travaillot — "Felixandra, The Great" — CMO, industry leader, mom, and a role model for women building their path in the corporate world.In this first episode, Andrea Padilla and Felicia uncork the story of how Feli went from a fresh-out-of-college marketing associate to a seat in the C-Suite of a fintech — with no mentors,

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 26 | Plastics News - Episode 5 | Bill Wood May 7, 2026 00:34:30 In Episode 5 of the Plastics News Executive Forum series, wesit down with Bill Wood, Economics Editor at Plastics News — recorded live at the Plastics News Executive Forum in Florida.Bill has spent decades tracking economic trends and connecting them to the plastics industry. In this conversation he makes the case that plastic should never be called waste — it's raw material ready to be reclaimed

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 25 | Fintech Americas - Episode 4 | ACI Worldwide May 1, 2026 00:19:57 In Episode 4 of the Fintech Americas series, we uncork a Tempranillo with Mauricio Fernández, Sales Director at ACI Worldwide — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami.Hear Mauricio break down how COVID accelerated digital payment adoption across Latin America, why payments are mission-critical infrastructure the economy cannot afford to lose, and what Brazil's Pix teaches the rest of the world ab

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 24 | Fintech Americas - Episode 3 | Movantis Apr 29, 2026 00:25:05 Four companies. One vision. One brand. Movantis brought together TransNetwork, Inswitch, Spectrum, and Appriza Pay to build what the industry has been missing: a single infrastructure layer for cross-border payments, stablecoins, FX, and embedded finance — launched at Fintech Americas Miami with the energy of a startup and the weight of decades behind it.We uncork Episode 3 of our Fintech Americas

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 23 | Fintech Americas - Episode 2 | GFT Apr 24, 2026 00:23:58 In Episode 2 of the Fintech Americas series, we sit down with Jairo Solano, Commercial VP for Central America and the Caribbean at GFT Technologies — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami.Jairo brings 25+ years of experience in one of Latin America's most promising and fastest-growing regions. In this conversation he shares what's really driving digital transformation across Central America and

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 22 | Fintech Americas - Episode 1 | Money 20/20 Apr 23, 2026 00:21:33 In Episode 1 of the Fintech Americas series, we uncork a Tempranillo with Tracey Davies, President of Money20/20, and Jessica Blue, Executive Vice President — recorded live at Fintech Americas Miami. Hear Tracey and Jessica share what's driving the decision to bring Fintech Americas into the Money20/20 global family and why Latin America is one of the most exciting fintech markets in the world rig

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 21 | Plastics News - Episode 4 | Texas Injection Molding Apr 21, 2026 00:35:00 In Episode 4 of the Plastics News Executive Forum series, we sit down with Scott Osterling, CEO, and Jeff Applegate, Chief Encourager, of Texas Injection Molding — recorded live at the Plastics News Executive Forum in Florida.Hear Scott and Jeff break down what it really takes to grow a plastics business the right way: how a former Army Ranger is applying special operations leadership lessons to t

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 20 | Plastics News - Episode 3 | US Extruders Apr 15, 2026 00:30:09 In Episode 3 of the Plastics News Executive Forum series, we sit down with Eric Adair, Director of Communications at US Extruders — recorded live at the Plastics News Executive Forum in Florida.Hear Eric break down what it really takes to build a brand in the plastics industry: how storytelling is shifting the narrative around plastics, why company culture is the most powerful marketing tool, and

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 19 | Plastics News - Episode 2 | Intellect Apr 15, 2026 00:30:24 In Episode 2 of the Plastics News Executive Forum series, we sit down with Heather Preu, Global CEO of Intellect — recorded live at the Plastics News Executive Forum in Florida.Hear Heather break down what it really takes to lead in a male-dominated industry: why AI is empowering people, not replacing them, how quality management technology is transforming the manufacturing floor, and what advice

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 18 | Plastics News - Episode 1 | MBS Advisors Apr 8, 2026 00:39:51 In Episode 1 of the Plastics News Executive Forum series, we sit down with Jonathan Soucy and Andrew Munson from MBS Advisors — recorded live at the 2026 Plastics News Executive Forum in Florida. Hear Jonathan and Andrew break down what it really takes to sell a plastics business: why timing matters more than most owners realize, how private equity has reshaped the lower middle market, and why tru

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 17 | Iván Ramírez Mar 25, 2026 00:54:57 ¿Qué significa realmente desarrollarse, encontrar propósito y construir una vida profesional con sentido? Iván Ramírez nos comparte una conversación profunda sobre talento, crecimiento personal y la búsqueda de la felicidad.En este episodio hablamos de:✨ Cómo desarrollar tu talento más allá de lo técnico🧠 El papel del autoconocimiento en el crecimiento personal y profesional📈 Qué significa realmen

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 16 | Rocío Chávez Mar 11, 2026 00:45:22 🇲🇽 Este episodio es en español / This episode is in Spanish. English subtitles available on YouTube.Rocío Chávez lleva años trabajando en cultura organizacional, talento y recursos humanos — y en esta conversación no se guarda nada.Hablamos sobre qué hace que un líder realmente lidere (pista: no es el título), cómo tener conversaciones de feedback difíciles de forma constructiva, y por qué esperar

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 15 | Felipe Domínguez Feb 25, 2026 00:46:25 Una oportunidad puede cambiarlo todo — y la historia de Felipe es la prueba perfecta.En este episodio, me senté con Felipe para hablar de una trayectoria profesional que lo llevó desde hacer voluntariado con AIESEC en Villahermosa a los 19 años, hasta liderar organizaciones en México, África y más allá. Hablamos de liderazgo, fintech, negociación salarial, marca profesional y la plataforma que con

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 14 | Rosa Elena Garcia Feb 11, 2026 00:37:04 Rose pasó de las finanzas corporativas a representar a México en escenarios turísticos internacionales—pero su viaje es más que cambios de carrera.En esta conversación franca, comparte por qué la educación financiera no es negociable para emprendedoras, su opinión controversial sobre cuotas de género, y la verdad sobre equilibrar maternidad con ambición. Plus: por qué cree que las mujeres nunca de

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 13 | Melissa Expósito Jan 28, 2026 00:42:18 🍷 Redefining Success in Corporate & Creative Careers | Melissa ExpósitoJoin us for a conversation with Melissa Expósito, President of Sony Music Central America & Caribbean, as she shares her journey from PR intern to music industry powerhouse.In this episode:✨ Her unconventional path from intern to entertainment law to leading Sony Music🌎 The power of being bilingual in global business🎵 B

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 12 | WBTM Series – Episode 6 | Teknor Apex Dec 15, 2025 00:29:10 We raise a glass to Mary Boros, Vice President of the MB&A Division at Teknor Apex—captured during the Women Breaking the Mold conference in Savannah.From answering a temp agency call to leading global operations at a 101-year-old company, Mary's journey proves that showing up opens doors you never imagined. Her father's kitchen table wisdom—"I don't care what you become or how much money you

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 9 | WBTM Series – Episode 3 | PCS Company Nov 26, 2025 00:20:31 In Episode 3, we bring you powerful interview with women leading at PCS Company—captured during the Women Breaking the Mold conference in Savannah. Hear from Angela Elsey (President, PCS Company) and Sarah Fenn (Human Resources Manager, PCS Company) as they share what it takes to lead authentically, build strong teams, and navigate growth in the manufacturing industry. These are the real, unscript

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 8 | WBTM Series – Episode 2 | PLASTICS & GEHR Nov 26, 2025 00:25:16 In Episode 2, we bring you candid interviews captured at the Women Breaking the Mold conference with leaders shaping the future of the plastics industry.Hear from the Plastics Industry Association team—Chiara Matriccino (Manager, Communications and Digital Production), Erin Hass (Senior Director Strategic), and Whitney Taveras (Senior Director, Industry Engagement)—about advocacy, industry transfo

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 7 | WBTM Series – Episode 1 | Anoosheh Oskouian Nov 19, 2025 00:45:52 Anoosheh Oskouian, President & CEO of Ship & Shore Environmental, joins hosts Andrea Padilla and Andrea Siy to discuss building an environmental technology company, innovating in air pollution abatement, and what it means to break molds as a woman leader in manufacturing.From custom environmental solutions to testifying at government hearings, Anoosheh shares how she's helping manufacturer

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 6 | Laura Mateo Oct 22, 2025 00:38:22 A los 20 años, Laura dejó todo para ayudar a construir un pequeño viñedo familiar. Décadas después, habían creado una operación global de 12M de botellas. En este episodio, Andrea Padilla conversa con Laura sobre las crisis que enfrentó, la decisión de vender, y cómo la diversificación se convirtió en su superpoder. De vino a Porsche, restaurantes y más—esta es una masterclass en reinvención. 🍷💬 ¿

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 5 | Mariana Espinosa Oct 1, 2025 00:32:30 En este episodio de Let’s Wine About It, conversamos con Mariana Espinosa, quien nos comparte cómo pasó de coordinar la logística de insulinas en una farmacéutica a co-crear una plataforma digital que acerca atención médica especializada en diabetes a cualquier rincón de México.A lo largo de la charla hablamos de cómo nació la idea entre amigas, la urgencia nacional de atender la falta de endocrin

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 4 | María Mancuso Sep 17, 2025 00:49:10 En este episodio, conversamos con María Mancuso sobre su inspirador recorrido desde el mundo corporativo en JP Morgan y CITI hasta convertirse en emprendedora de Fintech Americas. Hablamos de resiliencia, comunidad, educación, tecnología y los libros que marcaron su camino. Una charla honesta sobre los retos, aprendizajes y el poder de creer en uno mismo. ¡Brindamos por cada paso del camino!

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 3 | Alexis Mastrogianni Aug 12, 2025 00:34:32 From crushing debt to starting over, Alexis Mastrogianni shares his raw and inspiring journey of resilience, reinvention, and the lessons learned along the way.Discover how to turn your lowest moments into the fuel that drives you forward—stronger, wiser, and more determined than ever.

[Español] Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 2 | Javier Flores Jul 28, 2025 00:35:59 In this powerful episode of Let’s Wine About It, we sit down with Javier Flores, entrepreneur, creative force, and co-host of the Lo Creo, Lo Creo podcast.Together with Andrea Padilla, Javier dives deep into the power of visualization, mindset, and intention as tools for personal and professional transformation. From building businesses to building belief, this episode is all about the journey of

Let's Wine: Stories Uncorked™ | Episode 1 | Patsy Linares Jun 30, 2025 00:39:24 In this premiere episode of Let’s Wine About It, we sit down with Patsy I. Linares, founder of PIL Creative Group, to explore what it truly means to build a brand that lasts.From working with global luxury brands to launching her own agency, Patsy shares how emotional value, creative integrity, and strategic consistency are key to creating sustainable growth — especially in today’s saturated marke

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