Real Estate with Purpose: Developing Communities That Reflect Culture and Connection

When I first entered the world of real estate, I was drawn to the tangible results—the buildings, the spaces, the architecture. But over time, I came to realize that real estate isn’t really about property. It’s about people. It’s about how spaces bring people together, how they tell the story of a community, and how […]
From the Track to the Trading Floor: The Psychology of Performance Under Pressure

Pressure is something I’ve learned to live with—and even appreciate. Whether it’s standing at the starting line of a marathon, preparing for a long-distance swim, or watching the markets move during a volatile trading day, that familiar tension always appears. It’s the same mix of excitement, focus, and fear that tests your limits and defines […]
Trading as a Lifestyle: Applying Discipline from Sports to Financial Markets

When people hear about trading, they often imagine flashing screens, unpredictable markets, and quick profits. But for me, trading has never been about getting rich overnight. It’s about lifestyle, discipline, and strategy—the same values I’ve learned and lived through sports. Running marathons, cycling, swimming, and even competing in Ironman races have shaped how I look […]
The Future of Urban Mobility: How Community-Based Apps Like UMD Are Changing Transportation

When I think about the way cities move, I can’t help but reflect on how much has changed in just a couple of decades. I was born and raised in Mexico City, a place that lives and breathes movement. It’s a city of over 20 million people, where traffic isn’t just a challenge—it’s part of […]