Alicia Carmelina
A loan of $600 helps to purchase pots, plates and restaurant tables in order to achieve good food sales and increase income.
Alicia Carmelina's story
Alicia is 66 years old. She is humble and hardworking. She lives with her family in Ibarra, which is known for its tourist, gastronomic and cultural attractions. Ibarra is located in northern Ecuador.
Alicia has a shop where she sells fast food. She has maintained her business for over five years. The goal of the business is to generate an income and help with the household expenses. Alicia plans to use the business to become more financially stable and to help her family live the best life possible.
She believes that customer service is very important for entrepreneurs. She is applying for another $600 loan so she can purchase cooking utensils like pots, plates and restaurant tables. That will allow her to increase her sales and have a better profit margin.
Alicia is very grateful for the help that KIVA has provided. The income she is going to generate will help to improve her quality of life.
Previous loan details
Alicia Carmelina's previous loanTranslated from Spanish by Kiva volunteerMarni Siegal. View original language description.