299: An Inspiring Immigrant’s Leadership Journey

Immigrants to the United States are not always welcomed with open arms, but that doesn’t stop them from pursuing their dreams. Cynthia Torres arrived in the U.S. from Colombia when she was 25, and she’s a beautiful example of someone who started a business and is having a very positive impact on the people in her community. You’ll be inspired by her story and her accomplishments.

Cynthia Torres is a Colombian American who has resided for over 25 years in Oxnard, California, west of Los Angeles. She’s a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and is leaving an indelible mark in service to its vibrant and dynamic Latinx population. Her professional journey is nothing short of remarkable.

Cynthia is the founder and CEO of the local for-profit business, New Dawn Counseling & Consulting. She also recently assumed the Executive Director position of a thirty-year-old nonprofit organization called City Impact, Inc.

You’ll discover:

What brought Cynthia to the U.S. from Columbia when she was 25 years old
Important lessons Cynthia has learned as a leader of two organizations
How she’s incorporated the teachings of compassionate communication into the culture of New Dawn
The startling statistic about Latinas in the C-suite in US companies
What Cynthia recommends to young Hispanic women about overcoming barriers they face