Seni Gonzalez’s Journey From Immigrant Teen Mom to Multimillion Dollar CEO
In this inspiring episode of Karina Faith Diaries, Karina interviews Seni Gonzalez, a passionate entrepreneur and the CEO of Paco’s Taqueria. Seni’s journey is nothing short of incredible, starting when she immigrated to the United States from Mexico at the age of 14. By 18, Seni was a single mother of three, navigating life’s many challenges, including running a household and building a business.
Despite the overwhelming odds, Seni used her faith, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit to start her first business at just 18 years old. In this episode, she shares how she managed to raise her children while growing her business, first taking over her ex-mother-in-law’s retail store, then eventually creating her own successful restaurant chain, Paco’s Taqueria.
Seni candidly discusses the immense challenges of balancing single motherhood and business ownership, the sacrifices she made, and how God played a key role in her decision-making. She also highlights how community support, strategic risks, and her persistence helped her achieve growth, even when resources were scarce.
Key Takeaways:
- – How Seni built and grew Paco’s Taqueria, starting with $20,000 in savings.
- – The early challenges she faced in managing and growing a restaurant business.
- – How faith and resilience guided her through adversity and fueled her success.
- – The role of community support and building strong relationships in her journey.
Connect with Seni:
- Follow Seni Gonzalez on Instagram and LinkedIn.
- Learn more about Paco’s Taqueria and its growth into a multi-location business.
Scripture Highlight: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6
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