Bread, Butterflies, and Boats: Business and the Signs of the Universe

Bread, Butterflies, and Boats: Business and the Signs of the Universe

Everyone deserves to enjoy delicious, high-quality food in a beautiful setting. At 12 locations in Los Angeles, La Monarca Bakery offers just that—notably in largely Latino neighborhoods often overlooked by investors and business owners. 

In this presentation from Tugboat Institute Summit 2019, Ricardo Cervantes describes how he and his partner, Alfredo Livas, have committed to delivering a new customer and employee experience in the communities in which La Monarca Bakery operates and their broader dedication to making the world a better place through conservation efforts. 

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