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Stef Pirela, Executive Assistant, Remote (Orlando) ✈️'At 19, I arrived in the U.S. from Venezuela with just $10 in my pocket and a heart full of hope. Leaving behind my home, college, and family wasn't easy, but political unrest and food shortages gave me no choice. I couldn't stay. I wouldn't give up on my dreams. 👩🏻‍🎓With encouragement from my sisters, whom had made the journey before me, I stepped into the unknown. Navigating life in the U.S. was tough, especially with the cost of international tuition, but I found more accessible classes and threw myself into learning new languages. Portuguese quickly became a favorite, fueled by my dream of one day visiting Brazil. 🏢I landed my first job in the travel industry, connecting back to my love of exploring the world. But by 25, I knew I deserved more. I wanted to grow and be respected. When I found Bain & Company on Glassdoor, I took a deep breath and applied. Getting that call back changed everything. 🚀At Bain, I found what I'd been searching for: respect, opportunity, and a community that sees and celebrates me. I've grown through the Familia affinity group, helping build belonging for our Latino community, and just eight months in, I earned a promotion to Executive Assistant. It was proof that when you're in the right place, you rise. 💗And rise I did. After nine years of perseverance, I finally received my green card - and immediately booked a ticket to Brazil. That trip was more than a dream fulfilled; it was a celebration of everything I'd overcome. Every journey since, from Costa Rica, Argentina, and beyond, reminds me that resilience, courage, and empathy will take you farther than you ever imagined.'"