Omar Jorge was born in New York to Dominican parents, and his family has always been deeply involved in the business world. Omar graduated with a law degree, studied real estate, and is the leader of the second generation of his family to be involved in the retail industry.
Tag Archive: Culture
Crossing the Pond
Pack your bags, book a flight
We hug and say goodbye.
We take a long walk around the Island of Enchantment
and we silence the voice of despair.
Born in the Carolinas: La Casa Argentina
There is a Casa Argentina in North Carolina, a state with a growing community. Its founder, Gabriela Ortiz, tells us that the organization is now legally incorporated, held its first event this year, and is preparing for an opening gala next year.
“Here to Stay”: The Art of the Immigrant
An exhibition of works by local artists explores the theme of immigration and highlights the journeys and experiences encountered during migration and displacement. As immigrants themselves, some artists choose to reflect on and share their personal stories through the process of creating their art.
The Latin American Festival will feature representatives from 19 countries
This year, the Latin American Festival, now in its 32nd year, will feature 19 special guests representing the various Hispanic communities that bring the city of Charlotte to life…
Nico Amortegui: An Immigrant on the Walls of Charlotte
There’s a saying that Nico Amortegui lives by: “Every beginning is difficult.” In his case, that’s exactly how it was when he started a new life as an immigrant, arriving with his parents at age 17 and embarking on a self-taught career in art.