The Team

#LatinChamberFamily

Sara Hand

Strategic Business Advisor

Sara Hand is a visionary leader and strategic business advisor, serving as CEO/Partner and Executive Director at Station 2 Innovation. With an extensive background in both the public and private sectors, and enriched by early-stage investment experience, Sara excels in implementing programming, networking, and educational initiatives. Her strategic approach, encapsulated by her motto "Think Big. Keep it Simple. Make it Happen," drives action-focused agendas for complex problem-solving. As a board chapter member of TiE Tampa Bay and founder of the 3.0 Leaders Conference, Sara fosters entrepreneurial spirit and community development. Her commitment to creating synergistic relationships and innovative solutions makes her an invaluable asset in the realm of business and organizational innovation.

Dr. Natalia Forero

Marketing & Global Outreach Advisor

Dr. Natalia Forero is a recent graduate of Columbia University's Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, where she majored in applied mathematics with a keen interest in business management and production. She currently works at JRM Construction Management in New York City.

Natalia's academic journey is distinguished by her involvement in community engagement and social activism, including work with the Gulf Coast Latin Chamber of Commerce and Outreach2Enrich in South Africa. Recognized with an honorary doctorate for her contributions to human rights and peace, Natalia has also completed a Non-Profit Consulting Externship with PwC and Junior Achievement. She serves on the board of the Society of Industrial and Applied Mathematics and as vice president of the Columbia Association for Women in Mathematics.

Fluent in English and Spanish, Natalia is dedicated to leveraging her education and experiences to contribute to global sustainability and development initiatives.

Dairo Mora

International Financial Advisor

Dairo Mora Valbuena is a distinguished International Financial Advisor, renowned for his extensive experience and strategic vision in driving socioeconomic development through innovative financial solutions. As president of Civilec Business Group (CBG) and a seasoned civil engineer, Dairo has led CBG to forge strategic national and international partnerships, significantly enhancing community quality of life. His career, spanning over three decades, showcases his expertise in managing large-scale infrastructure projects and sustainable development initiatives. Beyond Colombia, Dairo's active support of the Gulf Coast Latin Chamber of Commerce's global expansion and his leadership in "PODER" magazine exemplify his commitment to fostering economic growth and promoting business opportunities within the international Latin community. His ability to connect global markets and enhance the visibility of Latin businesses worldwide underscores his invaluable role as an International Finance Advisor.

CPA Carolyn Papak

Accounting Advisor