Marilyn Santiago: A Journey of Resilience, Networking, and Impact on Stage and Beyond Join host Chris Thompkins on Elevate Today as he sits down with Marilyn Santiago from Fort Myers, Florida. Marilyn opens up about surviving a recent hurricane, revisiting her home with trepidation, and sharing vivid memories of her 40-year entertainment career that began in Puerto Rico. Dive into her compelling move to Chicago following her mother's passing, her influential role in the Puerto Rican community, and her significant contributions to radio management. Explore her transition into entrepreneurship in Miami, leveraging her creativity and business insight to build a successful company in Fort Myers. The episode sheds light on invaluable networking strategies, the empowerment of Latina women in corporate America, and the thrilling experience of performing live in front of 70,000 people at the Festival Presidente in the Dominican Republic. Marilyn shares insights into mental health advocacy, the philosophy of Ikigai, and the importance of authenticity and giving back, making this an inspiring, multifaceted narrative of resilience and influence.

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Anyone needing mental health assistance dial 911 if it is an emergency. The 988 mental health hotline is also available by dialing 988 or go to https://988lifeline.org/get-help/