Gerardo Nolasco

Gerardo Nolasco is a street vendor in Mexico City who has dedicated over four decades to selling sweets and drinks. Having transitioned from being a mechanic to a vendor, he has witnessed and experienced the economic fluctuations in Latin America, including the tequila crisis of the 1990s and the impact of the 2008 financial crisis. His story reflects the struggles and resilience of small business owners in the region amidst ongoing economic challenges, particularly in light of recent trade tensions with the United States.