Cristina Avila
I chose this career path because
I chose this career because I love food! I have been in the industry for over 25 years and my career has been based on research and development and product innovation. I am passionate about providing high quality, best tasting products and supporting and giving back to the community.
I prepared for this career by
I received my B.S. Degree in Food Science and Nutrition from Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México. My formal education combined with my experience and overall passion for the food industry has served as the foundation of my preparation for my career.
The biggest challenge I've overcome
Finding and sustaining the right work-life balance has been the biggest challenge for me.
My greatest strength(s)
Among my greatest strengths are my abilities to coach and mentor others, bring new ideals to the table and think outside of the box.
My greatest accomplishment to date
My greatest accomplishment is my daughter. Second to that, I am most proud of having been able to turn my team around in a positive direction and in-turn watching my team grow and be successful.
My personal/professional goals
My professional goal is to own and operate my own business. I want to open a high-end restaurant that serves natural and organic food and a food and beverage company that taste good and do good by giving back to the community as well as to fully support a truly inclusive and diverse workforce providing opportunities for people with different abilities.
What/Who has inspired me the most
I am inspired by the love of my daughter and curiosity.
I most want to be known/remembered for
I want to be remembered for the person I am - a good at heart, hard working woman. I want my daughter to be proud that I am her mother and for her to continue my legacy.
I enjoy the following hobbies/interests
I enjoy traveling and reading.