How is your business helping to solve the health, social, or economic challenges created by COVID19?
We are buying upfront and at fair-price to all of our small farmers. Farmers are being very affected by COVID-19 and need cash in hand to survive. La Comandanta is committed to keeping maintain fair prices and cash upfront with all our providers.
Does your business contribute most to recovery, response, or resilience?
Resilience - we're improving the broader infrastructure for responding to pandemic outbreaks.,Recovery - we're positioned to support in the recovery of those directly affected.
What is the stage of your product development?
I have a market ready product/service. I have sold to customers.
What strengths does your team bring? Include skills and personal experience with the problem.
We are a group of people that share a passion for food systems, biodiversity and Mexican traditional cooking.Héctor Reyes (CFO): 6+ years in impact investing, finance and social entrepreneurshipSilke German (CEO): 20 years in strategic planning and brandingAndrea Gavaldon (COO): 6 years in project management and financeVerónica Casanovas (Sales): 11 years in sales strategies and retail
What countries do you operate in?
Mexico
Is your company headquartered in a US "Opportunity Zone"?
No
