Meeting with graduates of the 1st Alimenta360 cohort in Mérida
On October 1, the graduates of the I cohort of the Alimenta360 program in Mérida had the opportunity to meet with the President of Trabajo y Persona, Alejandro Marius, to share their experiences during the course and give their recommendations for the next editions. Certificates of the course were also delivered at the San José de la Sierra School. The graduates shared some of the ventures they are forming as a way to monetize their skills and abilities in the field of gastronomy.
Presentation of the final dish of Carúpano Gastronomic Entrepreneurs
On October 10, the presentation of the final dishes of the IV cohort of the Entrepreneurship and Nutrition – Gastronomy360 program was held in Carúpano, as a closing of the training. The nine entrepreneurs offered diners a brief historical review of their dishes in terms of their origin and inspiration and ended with an explanation of how they were prepared. The jury was made up of Jesús Villarroel, director of Cáritas Carúpano, María del Rosario León, local coordinator of the Venezuela Tierra de Cacao Project, and Marisol Rodríguez, administrative manager of Hotel Eurocaribe.
The virtual course on Entrepreneurship and Nutrition begins
On October 12, the virtual course on Entrepreneurship and Nutrition – Gastronomy 360 began in the region of Valencia, Carabobo state, in alliance with Ford Motor de Venezuela and using platforms such as Google Classroom and WhatsApp to carry out the training process. The 22 participants with a passion for the gastronomic trade will receive online lessons in various areas of personal development and specific to the trade such as work ethics, nutrition and the food pyramid, among others. The training consists of nine weeks divided into modules such as Human Development, Technical Training, and Entrepreneurship.
Presentation of the final dish of Gastronomic Entrepreneurs of El Tocuyo
On October 12, the presentation of the final dish of the IV cohort of the Entrepreneurship and Nutrition – Gastronomy360 program was held in El Tocuyo, Lara state, demonstrating their creativity, use of techniques, and handling of flavors. The twelve participants presented their recipes and final creations before the qualifying jury made up of Josué Sánchez, professional cook, William Alvarez, professor of protocol, and Sister Rafaela Pérez, Superior of the Nuestra Señora de La Concordia Community School, El Tocuyo.
Caregiver360 certificates delivery
On October 20, the certificate delivery ceremony took place to the participants of the III digital cohort of the Cuidadores360 course in Valencia, Carabobo state, in alliance with Ford Motor de Venezuela, the UCV and the ISUM. The new class, made up of 33 new graduates, was trained during six theoretical modules and has currently begun the practical classes to opt for the Diploma in Caregivers360. Present at the event were Patricia Fuentes, manager of marketing, PR and RSE Ford Motor de Venezuela, Mildred Rengifo from the UCV University Extension department, and Richard Wildt, director of the ISUM. The speeches on behalf of the students were given by María Barragán and María Eugenia Morales. The president of Trabajo y Persona, Alejadro Marius, closed the ceremony.
Chat forum “Entering the world of catering”
On October 20, the chat forum Entering the world of catering was held through the Telegram platform, in which 181 participants from Trabajo y Persona and the general public were able to enjoy the training led by chef Manuel Guevara. Among the knowledge imparted were the fundamental concepts regarding the provision of catering services and the market to which it is directed, the different types of services offered in catering, and identifying the necessary procedures to carry out this service.
New graduates of the II and III cohorts of the Chocolate Entrepreneurs course
On October 21, the graduation of the second and third cohort of the Chocolate Entrepreneurs course within the framework of the Venezuela Tierra de Cacao project was held via Zoom. The 38 new graduates from the towns of Mérida, Lara, Carabobo, and Caracas also received their certificates virtually. The graduation was attended by Sofía Tofano, vice president of the Italian Venezuelan Chamber of Commerce, and José Martínez, general manager of the French Venezuelan Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture.
Geraldine Zerpa was among the top five in a chocolate contest
The graduate of the first Diploma in Chocolate Entrepreneurship of Trabajo y Persona with the ULA, Geraldine Zerpa, managed to position herself as 5th finalist in the Artisan Chocolate contest organized by the French Venezuelan Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture within the framework of the Venezuela Tierra of Cacao project. She presented a bonbon called RomBom created with products of Venezuelan origin such as a Santa Teresa Rum 1796 ganache and harmonized with coffee gelatin with crunchy nibs from Chuao cacao. Out of 38 participants, she was selected among the five finalists.
Mayra Castellanos continues to train about Venezuelan cocoa
The graduate of the first Diploma in Chocolate Entrepreneurship of Trabajo y Persona with the ULA, Mayra Castellanos, continues to participate in the venture called “Know our cocoa and its chocolate”, providing training in the area of Venezuelan cocoa, its identity and history, recipes, Bean To Bar process, in order to promote the recovery, safeguarding, and protection of native cocoas. All this with the aim of promoting the denomination of origin in the western region of the country.
Yaicer Vargas continues with his training to expand his entrepreneurship
The graduate of the 2nd cohort of the Satellite Antenna Installers training, Yaicer Vargas, was recently selected from a large number of applicants to be trained by the company Canguro Venezuela on technology issues. Thanks to this training he was able to expand his services and currently offers technical assistance in mobile equipment and computers, repair, change of parts, etc. His current goal is to formalize his technical service undertaking for equipment repair and parts sale in the area where he resides.
Sindimar Belmontes opened her beauty salon
The Beauty Entrepreneur and graduate of the 8th cohort of the Beauty for a Future program, Sindimar Belmontes (@delaia_style), was able to achieve one of her goals: to open a small beauty salon. Located in El Venezolano Plaza, Mercado San Jacinto in Caracas, it offers clients hairdressing services, eyebrow, lip and armpit depilation, eyebrow threading and eyelash placement, as well as the sale of beauty products.
Aglles Valero was present at the Mujeres Brain craft fair
The Chocolate Entrepreneur within the framework of the Venezuela Tierra de Cacao project and a graduate of the 3rd cohort of Artisanal Bombonería in Valencia, Aglles Valero (@aglles_v), participated with the exhibition and sales of her products at the “Mujeres Brain” artisan fair, which was held within the framework of the national meeting of artisans and manualists. Currently, Aglles is also training other entrepreneurs with the facilitation of workshops in the gastronomic area.
Alexandra Molina expanded her business with a new location
The graduate of the 1st cohort of the Chocolate Entrepreneurs course within the framework of the Venezuela Tierra de Cacao project in Valencia, Alexandra Molina (@mocinas_eventos), inaugurated her new store where she offers a variety of articles and supplies for bakery and pastry. In this way, she expanded her venture, since for several years she also had her line of breakfasts and catering.
Katty del Valle Tineo’s entrepreneurship in new experiences
The Gastronomic Entrepreneur graduated from the IV cohort of the Entrepreneurship and Nutrition – Gastronomy360 program in Carúpano, Sucre state, Katty del Valle Tineo, participated in the first entrepreneur fair in Carúpano, in which she offered her products and services through social networks, publicizing her Cooking a Dream Entrepreneurship (@superkatty_2001) and her products such as yogurt, granola, and muffins.
Rita Vidal launches product
Faced with the growing need to strengthen the immune system of Venezuelan families, the Gastronomic Entrepreneur, graduated from the 1st cohort of the Entrepreneurship and Nutrition – Gastronomy360 program in Valencia, Carabobo state, Rita Vidal (@daridios.sabores), decided to reinvent her business through her “Colave” product, which consists of a poultry collagen concentrate prepared to complement the daily diet.
Fabiola del Valle Marquez attended the 1st Carúpano Entrepreneurs Fair
The Gastronomic Entrepreneur graduated from the IV cohort of the Entrepreneurship and Nutrition – Gastronomy360 program in Carúpano, Sucre state, Fabiola del Valle Marquez (@rodribar.dulcesysalados), participated in the 1st Carúpano Entrepreneurs Fair Expo offering the typical sweets of the city such as serrucho, coconut cookies, kisses, suspiros, coconut nougats, and donuts.
Isabel Perdomo opened a physical store of her Piur business
The Gastronomic Entrepreneur graduated from the I cohort of the Entrepreneurship and Nutrition – Gastronomy360 program, Isabel Perdomo, inaugurated the physical space of her Piur business (@piur_1), where she offers probiotic kefir with exotic jams of local fruits and vegetables, as well as granola, detox shakes and healthy breakfasts, always maintaining high-quality standards based on fitness cuisine.
Elizabeth Rojas and Liliana Rodríguez participated together in a fair
The Gastronomic Entrepreneurs, graduates of the I cohort of the Entrepreneurship and Nutrition program – Gastronomy360, Elizabeth Rojas (@delicias_times) and Liliana Rodríguez (@creacioneslilror), joined forces and as a team and participated in the 5th Expo Entrepreneurs Fair at the Tulio Febres Cordero Cultural Center, organized by the Government of Mérida. At the event, they had the opportunity to present their excellent products to the public for three consecutive days.
Luisana Velásquez and her delights in Mukumbarí
During the month of October, the Gastronomic Entrepreneur and graduate of the I cohort of the Entrepreneurship and Nutrition program – Gastronomy360, Luisana Velásquez (@bocadoscongelados) was present at the Mukuturi Fair Expo in the 1st station of the Mukumbarí Cable Car System, offering her star products: cupcakes and tequeños of varied flavors.
Mariana Valdez presented her products at the Merida Entrepreneurs Fair
The Gastronomic Entrepreneur and graduate of the I cohort of the Entrepreneurship and Nutrition – Gastronomy360 program, Mariana Valdez (@marianacocina), participated in the 5th Entrepreneurs Fair Expo at the Tulio Febres Cordero Cultural Center in which she presented her products to the Merida public.
Yexcenia Acevedo at the Productive and Cultural Mérida Fair Expo
The Gastronomic Entrepreneur and graduate of the I cohort of the Entrepreneurship and Nutrition program – Gastronomy360, Yexcenia Acevedo (@byyexceniaacevedo), presented her delicious bread and chicken burgers at the Expo Feria Mérida Productiva y Cultural at the Bolivarian Library headquarters on October 28, 29, and 30.
Mary Alvarado: an example of good work
As part of her community library “Mi Chocolatico Literario”, the Chocolate Entrepreneur within the framework of the Venezuela Tierra de Cacao project and graduate of the 1st Cohort of Artisanal Bombonería, Mary Alvarado (@choco_literario) is organizing biweekly deliveries of arepas for members of their community in vulnerable situations, delivering up to 250 arepas per day. She is currently also working on organizing a party for December in which she wants to deliver toys to the boys and girls in her sector.
Belkis Fuenmayor’s strawberries and cream at the Merida fair
The Gastronomic Entrepreneur and graduate of the I cohort of the Entrepreneurship and Nutrition program – Gastronomy360, Belkis Fuenmayor (@d_likis), participated in the Expo Feria Mérida Productiva y Cultural at the headquarters of the Bolivarian Library, delighting everyone with her delicious strawberries and cream.