Luis Contreras: From Venezuela to Business Owner in Chattanooga; a Husband, Father, and Friend Melanin is Human

We first crossed paths at a CoLab event in Chattanooga. He was on the panel with other local business startups. We exchanged instagram handles and kept up from time to time.

Then Covid happened and one of his businesses, The Local Juicery, was affected like many others around the world. Luis presented his thoughts via a video about the situation and how he was responding/adapting to it. The title was something to the effect of Being Vulnerable. THat truly gripped my heart. I was both challenged and changed from that moment.

I knew I had to hear his story.

The story of Luis Contreras is one that is full of adventure, surprises, and upsets but the most amazing part of it all is you will definitely resonate with it and find solace and encouragement.

Follow him at the @localjuice and let him know what you think about his story. And if you're local in Chatt, stop by and give his juices a try! Lol. Much love fam.