Meet Jefa: Jefa Karina Mora - Elevating La Cultura

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Meet the incredible Jefa Karina Mora, the inspiring entrepreneur who took a leap of faith, pivoted her successful wedding photography business towards her passion—Elevating La Cultura. Karina reveals her compelling story of being a lone Latina in a primarily white community and how she uses her art to shed light on the rich tapestry of Mexican culture. Brace yourself for a rollercoaster of emotions, as Karina shares her journey of growth, healing, and reclamation of her cultural legacy.

In our candid chat, Karina delves deeper into her life's transformation that shaped her career trajectory. She recalls her strategic decision to honor her wedding photography contracts while embracing the joy of second shooting. Experience the twists and turns of Karina's journey as the pandemic precipitated her retirement from full-time wedding photography. Get a glimpse into the mission behind Elevating La Cultura, as Karina passionately creates a platform for the unheard, giving them a voice and a sense of belonging.

Karina's story doesn't stop there. She further underscores the power of community and storytelling in her entrepreneurial journey. She generously shares her healing process, the breaking down of conditioned beliefs, and the importance of empathy. Karina is an advocate for finding what ignites our passion daily and emphasizes the necessity of expressing our emotions as a catalyst for healing and growth. This profound conversation with Karina is a wellspring of inspiration, motivation, and wisdom, and we can't wait for you to be a part of it. Come along and join us!

Meet Jefa Karina Mora - Elevating La Cultura

Karina built a growing five-figure wedding photography business for many years and decided to let it all go to elevate the Mexican culture. She desires to help people see beyond margaritas, tacos, and the negative stereotypes to the heart of Mexican culture by offering framed photographs that show the beautiful, vibrant, authentic life of Mexico.

She’s also the host of Elevating la Cultura, a podcast featuring stories from first and second-generation Latinas working hard, pursuing their passions, and pouring into the next generation.

She lives in Chicago with her husband and two children, and they're currently working on building a creative studio space.

Learn more about Karina's work:
www.elevatinglacultura.com
www.karinamora.com
www.instagram.com/karinamora_prints
www.instagram.com/elevatinglacultura
www.linkedin.com/in/karinamoraprints

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