Karla Cantoral recognized as the chief executive officer of Parva Colombian Bakery

DEBARY, FL, November 10, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Karla Cantoral has been recognized for achievement in customer service.

Ms. Cantoral currently serves as the chief executive officer of Parva Colombian Bakery, a business she co-founded with her husband in 2018. What began as a two-person operation — a small coffee shop where every product was made by hand — has since expanded to three locations. Ms. Cantoral's leadership encompasses building and training teams, developing leaders, opening new locations, leading marketing initiatives, continuing her own professional training, attracting new customers and creating jobs.

Notably, Ms. Cantoral's work has earned several distinctions, including Best Bakery honors at Best of Orlando, silver recognition in 2026 and recognition from Univision. She is particularly proud of the company's first partnership milestone: an employee who joined around 2020 became co-owner of the third location, exemplifying her belief that the company grows together with its team. Her expertise in customer service, team building and entrepreneurship has been recognized throughout her career, and she is a member of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

Before launching her business, Ms. Cantoral spent eight years from 2010 to 2018 working in the restaurant industry after arriving in the United States. This period allowed her to gain extensive experience in hospitality and food service, laying the groundwork for her future entrepreneurial endeavors. Her earlier professional journey began as a flight attendant in Guatemala, where she developed foundational skills in customer care and service.

Ms. Cantoral's educational background reflects her commitment to lifelong learning and adaptability. She earned a diploma in pastry arts from Florida Technical College in 2014, which directly contributed to her success in the bakery industry. Additionally, she holds a diploma in interior design from Universidad Galileo in Guatemala and completed an online MBA program in Business Administration and Management.

Reflecting on her career, Ms. Cantoral attributes her accomplishments to faith, consistency and a willingness to learn, qualities that have guided her through every stage of her journey. As an immigrant whose parents were always employees, she built her business little by little through patience, consistency and doing everything right. She hopes her story shows that anyone with the right attitude can achieve their dreams.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Ms. Cantoral is dedicated to civic engagement and supporting others facing similar challenges. As a board member of a nonprofit foundation for single mothers, she teaches leadership and business planning classes, helping women navigate obstacles she once encountered herself.

Ms. Cantoral's commitment to giving back inspired her to author "Little by Little" in 2026, a book named for the incremental approach she and her husband took in building their company. The publication aims to help others grow businesses without losing their sense of purpose.

Born in Guatemala City, Ms. Cantoral enjoys staying active at the gym and cheering on her son at his soccer classes. She values time spent with her husband and remains active in her faith through regular church attendance. In her free time, she also loves traveling to other countries.

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