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Co-Owner

Green Cup Cafe

Green Cup Cafe Co-Owner Jennifer Carbajal is a native of Fort Myers and a graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University. Her goal for the Green Cup Cafe is to create a positive, peaceful space where people gather, dine healthy and practice sustainability—and her path in the business world actually began before she was born.

“My dad started his business in 1989 in New Jersey, from zero. Migrating from another country, learning the language and culture, opening a business and raising three children was a dream he conquered,” she says. “He taught me numerous lessons in my life that shaped who I am today; from mastering resilience [to] gaining confidence, practicing optimism, practicing philanthropy and, most importantly, to always give more and never forget where I came from. I am a contagiously positive person who is optimistic and compassionate toward people, and will continue to strive to fulfill the community through the Green Cup Cafe.”

In addition to working to make her business serve as a community hub, Carbajal has also dedicated her time to several local nonprofit organizations. That includes serving as a mentor, teacher and volunteer with Lee Health, Children’s Advocacy and United Way.