Cadena Collective

Selena has become an icon for many reasons and I've come to realize that she is idolized because for Mexican-American women like myself, she mirrors our lives as bi-cultural women. She was able to cross borders and face the challenges of two countries, two languages and two nuanced cultures. Navigating this bi-cultural identity can often leave you feeling as not enough.

We think it’s fair to say that even if you are not under the weather, the thought of lounging in comfy clothes and sharing laughs from the comfort of your home is much more appealing than going out. Even if distance isn’t a factor, virtually hanging out has become a convenient way to keep the chisme alive.

2021 started out rough. I was feeling overworked, depressed and undervalued. Not only was I working on Cadena, I had a full time job and dealing with COVID-blues after a year of stolen travel, stolen time with loved ones and so many other stolen adventures I had planned. Pero como dice el dicho, “uno pone, y Dios dispone.” So with that saying in mind I decided to go all in on Cadena and let the universe and God do the decision making for me. The deal was - I’d do the work (as hard as I could) and if it...

Saludos amigas! In honor of Entrepreneur Day we have compiled a list of some of the many women we admire. These women have built their empire from the ground up, overcome challenges, and broken down barriers. Not only that but they are an inspiration for every mujer Latina. Ellas son un ejemplo de que “SÍ SE PUEDE." 1. Kelli from KelMari Designs Founder of KelMari, a handcrafted jewelry, lifestyle, and collective brand inspired by her family’s motherland’s nature, history, and people, El Salvador. Kelli designs and partners with other small businesses to offer high‑quality pieces that celebrates El Salvador‘s culture. View...