Nina Vaca

Nina Vaca is an American entrepreneur, civic leader, and philanthropist. She is the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Pinnacle Group, the Fastest-Growing Woman-Owned Business in the United States in 2018. She currently sits on the board of three publicly traded companies and is a Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE) through the United States Department of Commerce. Quotes There have certainly been challenges throughout my career, but instead of looking at them as drawbacks, I look at them as opportunities and blessings. Q&A with Nina Vaca, Founder and CEO of Pinnacle Group, Interview.net (April 16, 2019) It is very important to be selective about who you choose to surround yourself with, because no one accomplishes anything on their own. Meet the CEO: Nina Vaca, D Magazine (September 2013) I also believe in the value of excellence and bringing your best self. My father used to tell me if you’re going to do something, be the best at it. My Roots: Nina Vaca, D Magazine (September 2017) What I enjoy most about being an entrepreneur is making a difference. By building a business we create jobs, pay taxes, and build families and communities. CEO Spotlight: Nina Vaca, D Magazine (June 2016) I’ve never considered being a woman or a Latina to be an obstacle. In fact, I usually consider it to be quite an asset, in part due to the incredible entrepreneurial culture of the Hispanic community in general and my family in particular. Diversity in the High-Tech Talent Pool, Strategy+Business.com (May 30, 2019) It’s easy to only look forward when you move to the United States, but I believe it’s vital to look back and remember your roots, to remember where you came from. Nina Vaca: Rebuilding Ecuador, Nenani.com I was the second woman to hold that position in a thirty-year period—and that wasn’t acceptable to me. Clearly, there wasn’t enough awareness of the contributions women can bring to organizations and the economy. Nina Vaca: The Dream Maker, Hispanic Executive (November 1, 2017) There is nothing more powerful than the silent example. The Vaca Family, Latina Style Magazine Education is a journey — and getting your degree doesn’t mean you’ve finished learning. Nina Vaca Shows Small Businesses Are Big Players, Forbes (December 2, 2017) External Links Website Nina Vaca on Linkedin Nina Vaca on Crunchbase Nina Vaca on Medium Category:Businesswomen from the United States Category:Philanthropists from the United States Category:Businesspeople from Ecuador Category:Living people