03/05/2026
Money is still one of the biggest taboos in our lives.
Even among high-earning professionals, it’s often the topic people avoid the most.
I want to change that.
Over the past few years, I’ve had many conversations with friends about money. Smart, successful people who still felt ashamed, guilty, or frustrated when it came to managing it.
Growing up as a first-generation immigrant, I didn’t know the ropes of money management either. I’ve made plenty of mistakes along the way. Friends kept encouraging me to share what I had learned more openly.
So together with my friend Amalia Cardenas, we started a small community for first-generation wealth builders (or anyone really) who want to feel more confident with their money.
We created a simple 14-day challenge where we cover practical tactics, but more importantly the mindset shifts that help you take ownership of your hard-earned income.
One participant shared afterward:
“I feel much more confident and calm about my money now.”
We’ve already run two cohorts and the feedback has been incredibly encouraging.
We’re launching the third cohort on March 9.
If this sounds interesting to you, feel free to DM me
10/25/2025
LAM familia! Remember Brian Rashid?! LAM Member of the Year ions ago?
He's bringing Love Letters to San Francisco. He's premiering his 30-minute documentary film about the Mission District on November 6th!
“Making It: Our Mission" is a celebratory love letter to the people, places, and movements shaping the Mission’s future.
It’s a much needed inspirational story during these times!
Attendance is free, but you have to RSVP using Eventbrite here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-it-our-mission-premiere-film-screening-qa-community-reception-tickets-1758692720269?aff=oddtdtcreator
MAKING IT: OUR MISSION: Premiere Film Screening, Q/A & Community Reception
Love Letters to the World comes to San Francisco as a part of a city-wide campaign celebrating one of America's most iconic neighborhoods.
06/05/2024
It's been a while, how's everyone doing after 10 years?!?
Who's ready for Copa America?
Who still parties?
And who's moved away from the Bay?
Photo from North County San Diego, where Giovanni moved to.
11/18/2022
Last minute call! A group of friends and friends of friends are getting together to do a World Cup Pool. You can read entry fee, rules, and prize info here: https://wc2022.ourhappylife.co/rules/, if interested, send $30 via venmo/paypal to [email protected] and your email address! Sign up 24 hours before the first game!
First place prize is more than 10x entry fee!
10/12/2022
World cup is coming! Want to join a World Cup Pool and predict every goal? Join us: https://wc2022.ourhappylife.co/rules/ - send an email to giova.dubois+[email protected] to sign up!
09/20/2022
A Mexican American Baker Is Innovating Pan Dulce for Today’s Bay Area
Norte 54’s Raquel Goldman carves out her own lane with churro doughnuts and creative conchas.
09/20/2022
Five Latin Dancers Who Changed History - Hispanicize
From Chita Rivera to Amalia Hernández, here are five Latin dancers who left their mark and changed history as we know it.